Balwin Ratra

Balwin Ratra is a writer, former hookah bar owner, and longtime explorer of desire, intimacy, and spiritual practice. chasing Her: A Memoir of Desire and Devotion is his first book, an unflinchingly honest account of one man’s journey from longing and confusion toward real connection, presence, and respect for the feminine.

Written for anyone who has ever wanted a bigger, more alive life but didn’t know where to begin, chasing Her explores what it means to truly listen, to slow down, and to honor desire rather than hide from it.

Balwin is an active member of the Transformational Connection community and is passionate about vulnerability, authentic communication, and sacred connection. He also narrates the audiobook edition of chasing Her. He lives in Queens, New York.