She disappeared into devotion. She’s still figuring out what went wrong.

A Hare Krishna ashram gave her community, but the experience soured.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 27, 2024 A Hare Krishna ashram in Philadelphia gave Justine Payton joy and community when she most needed it. But the experience soured into something she knew that she had to leave. Travis Dove for The New York Times She's still figuring out what went wrong. → Sign Up for The Great Read On weekdays and Sundays, we recommend one piece of exceptional writing from The Times — a narrative or essay that takes you someplace you might not expect to go. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018