Friday, June 29, 2012

FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for June 28 2012

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Topics
1. Summer Splash - YES! 2 with Sumit Bhaiya in Ludhiana from 2nd July!

2. Guru's Punch

3. Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.

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From: charu mahajan <aol.charu@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 4:35 AM
Subject: Summer Splash - YES! 2 with Sumit Bhaiya in Ludhiana from 2nd July!

Summer Splash - YES! 2 with Sumit Bhaiya in Ludhiana from 2nd July!

Switch on your inner AC's to beat the summer heat and turn it into fun 'n'
learning. Once again the summer splash YES! 2 is here with Sumit bhaiya from
2nd - 5th July at Jiffco Resorts (Fully AC), Sahnewal, Ludhiana. Give a
twist to Ur summer holidays by dumping Nainitals and Simlas and find your
inner Switzerland right within you.
For those who don't know Sumit bhaiya, know him more on
www.youtube.com/sumitaol and for those who don't know YES! 2 , it is one of
the most powerful advance level program designed for Youth who have
successfully completed YES! Course. It can turn a mouse into a roaring Lion!
Hurry up now! Registration will be closing soon.

Course Details : Date - 2nd - 5th July'12, Four full days, Reporting on 1st
July
Venue: Jiffco Resorts, Sahnewal ,Ludhiana.
Fees: Rs.3000/- Non-residential,Rs.3500/- Residential
Call- Ms. Prachi: 09317725009 for Regs & Details !

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Love & Regards,

Charu Mahajan
Faculty,The Art of Living
Mob No: 93560-01324.
aol.charu@gmail.com
Ludhiana

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 8:13 PM
Subject: Guru's Punch

Worldly thoughts about money,sex,food,power,status and self-image lead to
indulgence, bringing you down from pleasure to disappointment and dejection.
Divine thoughts take you up from pleasure to bliss, intelligence and
progress in life. Divine thoughts are "I am not the body, I am bliss,
sachitananda. I am unbounded space, I am love, I am peace, I am light. Truth
is hidden by the golden veil of the mundane. Pierce through this thin
glittering sheath and know that you are the sun - Sri Sri



Adi Shankar once said, 'One who labels themselves as something is a fool and
one who labels themselves as nothing is a bigger fool.' One who is nothing
does not talk, so just keep quiet. How can you say I am nothing when you are
saying something?! There cannot be somebody there saying I am nothing. So
keep quiet, shut up. If you are nothing then shut up. Be quiet.

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From: Bhavin <bhamash@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Jun 22, 2012 at 1:56 AM
Subject: Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.

This year let us celebrate GURU POORNIMA with difference.




Most awaited
Advance course
and
Guru Poornima
With
very Senior International Teacher
Sangeeta Didi

Enjoy and take real vacation and be with you...

Pick up and Drop facility from Andheri Highway, Accommodation can be
provided

Details:
Dates : 30th June, 1st, 2nd and 3rd July (3rd July is Guru Purnima),
this is full day non-residential course
Venue : The QUBE
Behind The Taj Kitchen
Near International Airport
Andheri (East), Mumbai (Vehicles will be available to
pick up and drop from Andheri Highway)
Prerequisite: Part-I or Yes+ course of AOL Donation : Rs.4000 in cash or by
Cheque - favouring "VVKI-MAB"


3rd July GuruPurnima Satsang - open for all

Guru Puja - Satsang - Blessings

CONTACT:

Mala 9869068610

Mamta Das 9769987895

And all the local teacher of your area.

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jun 27 2012

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Topics
1. Guru Purunima: SPECIAL Yagya and Celebrations with Sri Sri

2. Life Is One Bumpy Bicycle Ride

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From: Amit Haryani <haryani7@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Jun 20, 2012 at 6:02 AM
Subject: Guru Purunima: SPECIAL Yagya and Celebrations with Sri Sri


One more week to the grand celebrations at our own Boone Ashram. The whole
week will be marked with special events (few of which are highlighted
below). We request your participation in-person or via webcast (details to
be provided on June 25).

1. JUNE 29: Special Pooja and Yagya to Commemorate International
Center for Meditation and Well-Being
TIME: 8:00am EST.
VENUE: International Center for Meditation &
Well-Being
SPONSORSHIP: $108 Sponsor Here:
http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=103040
2. JUNE 30: The Grand Inauguration of the International Center for
Meditation and Well-Being
TIME: 11:00am - 12:30pm.
VENUE: International Center for Meditation &
Well-Being
RSVP: Required to reserve your space (not required
if registered for a course).
RSVP Here: http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=102909
3. JULY 3: The Grand Gurupurnima Celebrations
TIME: Seating begins at 2PM
VENUE: Appalachian State University Convocation
center (Holmes Center)
RSVP: Required to reserve your space (not required
if registered for a course).
RSVP Here: http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=103141
4.
Few more spots available for the Art of Silence, Sri Sri Yoga 2 and
Blessings Courses. Register today! More information available here
(http://www.artofliving.org/intl-meditation-center-usa/gp2012-courses)

We are excited to receive you all at our new home next week.


In Wisdom. In Meditation. In Celebration Join the Guru Purnima Celebrations
this Summer at Boone NC ~ June 28th-July 3rd
http://www.artofliving.org/gp2012
https://www.facebook.com/SriSriGuruPurnima

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 11:14 PM
Subject: Life Is One Bumpy Bicycle Ride

The Art of Living ashram recently had 1,200 youngsters interact with Sri Sri
Ravi Shankar in Bangalore


In the Ashtavakra Gita, it is mentioned that "If you hate people, in the
next life you become like them". If someone hates a non-living thing or
object, does one become a non-living object?

Objects are different from people. You don't become an object if you hate
it, but if you hate a person you will become like that person!

Who was born first, God or human?

Just like a tennis ball has no beginning and ending, similarly, God is never
born and is always present.

When we see a movie for two hours, we need meditation to remove the
impressions of the movie. Every moment we get impressions; how do we get rid
of all the impressions accumulated from this lifetime?

Do you know how one uses the blackboard? We write and then dust the
blackboard. Suppose, we write and overwrite and do not dust the blackboard,
will you be able to read anything on the board? Similarly, meditation helps
you to get rid of impressions accumulated through life.

How does one manage both studies and service?

Do you know how to ride a bicycle? The same way, you balance your studies as
well as service activities.

When we see something shocking or dangerous, we become unconscious. Where
does the mind go when we become unconscious?

When you sleep, where do you go every night? The same place the mind goes
when we become unconscious.

What is ego?

Ask anyone to give you a negative comment, and see what happens. If someone
criticises you or accuses you of a mistake, do you get hurt? That is ego.

What is soul-to-soul communication?

Do you feel relaxed when you are communicating? Are you confident your
communication has been heard totally? When you don't have a doubt whether
someone has understood what you are saying or whether they will
misunderstand you, and when such questions don't arise, that is soul-to-soul
communication.

What should I follow? My ambitions or my passion?

What is that ambition which does not have passion and what is that passion
which does not have ambition?

How do you tell whether you are on the right or wrong path?

Time will tell you! The right path will give you happiness and the wrong
path will make you miserable. The right path is that which gives short-term
challenges, but long-term goodness. The wrong path, on the other hand, is
that which gives short-term happiness but long-term problems.

How do I deal with bad thoughts?

Thought is a thought; don't label it. Let it come and go.

I have very big dreams but my own people make fun of me..

Let others make fun of you but you hold on to your dreams.

It is said that in every life, we come here with a purpose. How do I know
what is the purpose of my life?

Good! Keep asking yourself this question. One day, you will discover the
reality.

Why do our parents suffer for the wrongs that we do?

If you do wrong, your parents will have to suffer. If you break your
neighbour's glass window, the neighbour will catch your dad and not you. We
should not do any action which will cause trouble for others.

What is your opinion on capital punishment?

Capital punishment is no good. When we don't know how to give life, then we
also do not have a right to take it away. People who commit heinous crimes
should be given life imprisonment. They should learn to meditate, sit in
spiritual discourses and get reformed in the process.

People say God is only one, so why do we pray to different types of God?

You go to an ice-cream parlour or a chocolate store. How many types of
ice-cream do you get? There are many varieties, right? But all are
ice-creams. Similarly, God is one but we worship him in many forms.



Vinay Girotra


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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for June 25 2012

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Topics
1. Guru Purnima Special: Satsang and Sahaj Samadhi Course with Balvinder ji

2. Guru Purnima Advance Course in Mumbai

3. Save the dates: New course Pre TTC to be introduced in Europe

4. Great strength comes to you when you sacrifice

5. Guru Purnima: Webcast and Yagya Details

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From: Aribijay Bhaumik <aribijay@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 25, 2012 at 10:14 PM
Subject: Guru Purnima Special: Satsang and Sahaj Samadhi Course with
Balvinder ji

We are pleased to inform you that will be having Sahaj Samadhi Meditation
Course during Guru Purnima with Senior International Teacher Sri Balvinder
ji from 4th July till 6th July, (two batches) 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM
to 9:00 PM at Elite Ambience Hotel, Kalewadi Phata, Wakad Road, Wakad.


Sahaj Samadhi Meditation is a beautiful course designed by H. H. Sri Sri
RaviShankar ji to help aspirants seeking peace and joy, beginners as well as
advanced to experience the deep state of Samadhi in an effortless manner.

Everyone in this world is born with 'beej' mantra and only Guru can give us
this mantra. Practicing meditation using this 'beej' mantra erases our
karmas and makes us lighter in life. It helps us to dive into inner peace,
meditate on our own and cleanse our mind.

All the participants of Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course will be initiated
into their 'beej' mantra by Sri Balvinder ji.


Shri Balvinder Chandiok is a Program Director of the International Art of
Living foundation, and has been guided by His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
ji for more than 15 yrs. As an instrument of his Master he teaches a variety
of Art of Living courses including the Part-1, Advanced Meditation, Sahaj
Samadhi Meditation courses across Asia, Far East and Europe. He is a much
sought after Trainer by corporates and conducts Thought Leadership programs-
APEX Program.

His programs are inspirational, empowering and have thus enabled thousands
to explore and unleash their inner potential. He has accompanied Sri Sri on
his travels across the globe and serves as an inspiration to many by his
selfless service.


Details of the course are as follows:

Timings: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Venue: Elite Ambience Hotel, Kalewadi Phata, Wakad Road, Wakad, Pune.

Donation: Rs. 1500/-

Eligibility: Open for all above 18 years of age.

Registrations Contact: Naik ji @ 9960636315, Aribijay @ 9665096420, Gauri @
9096020402, Satyajit @ 9890146651

Also Guru Purnima Satsang on 3rd July, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM in presence of
Sri Balvinder ji. Everyone's Invited!

Do spread the message and invite your family and friends :)

Jai Gurudev!

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From: Bhaavin Shah <bhamash@gmail.com>
Date: June 25, 2012 11:41:56 PM GMT+05:30
Subject: Guru Purnima Advance Course in Mumbai

"GuruPoornima is the most significant day for a spiritual seeker to
establish a connectiion in blissful silence....."

With Gurujis blessings,

On this GuruPoornima we are organising a special Part2 Advance course with
Sangeeta didi,

Do spread the word so that more people would be able to benefit.

Date 30 June- 3 July
Time 7am- 8.30pm
Venue The Qube, behind Taj kitchen,near International airport, Andheri East

Donation 4000
Cantact -9820895629 / 9869146741
Also, RENDEVOUS with SANGEETA DIDI an evening with Knowledge & Blessings on
26 June 7- 9 pm at Punjabi Sabha Gurudwara, behind Hiranandani hospital,
Hiranandani complex, Powai

Love & Regards,

For
VilleParle- Andheri team of teachers & volunteers Bhavin

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From: Konstantin Dragov <kvdaol@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 25, 2012 at 3:18 AM
Subject: Save the dates: New course Pre TTC to be introduced in Europe


There is a new beautiful gift from Guruji - a program called Pre TTC. It
will happen for the first time in Europe 6-9th September 2012. The program
will be taught by a dynamic TTC teacher from India.

This 3.5-day intensive program empowers individuals with the knowledge and
confidence to become dynamic Introductory Workshop facilitators for the Art
of Living Course. Graduates will be given the tools and training to support
them in networking, organizing, and leading intro workshops. They will be
qualified teach Bhastrika and Nadi Shodana, and to lead the Pancha Kosha
Meditation. Each graduate will be presented with a Breath, Water, Sound
manual. This special program will greatly enhance leadership, teamwork,
organizing, public relations, and course-enrollment skills.

The program will cost as much as an Art of Silence course (Part 2 course) in
your country.

Plan to arrive in Sofia(airport), Bulgaria by 5th September evening and
leave evening 9th September.

Program start: 7:00 , 6th September
Program ends: 15:00, 9th September

For more information: reg@artofliving.bg or 00359 899 17 20 15

Art of Living Bulgaria team

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From: Vinay Girotra <vinay.girotra@aol.in>
Date: Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 11:42 PM
Subject: Great strength comes to you when you sacrifice

Great strength comes to you when you sacrifice June 11, 2012 (Below is the
transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar)

Bangalore, India



What do we get upset with? We don't get upset with the birds, or the clouds,
or with Nature. We don't get upset with the environment. So, what do we get
upset with? We get upset with the people around us. Our enemies upset us and
our friends upset us as well. Our mind gets stuck either in our friends or
in our enemies. We either think about our friends or we think about our
enemies the entire day.

People become our enemies even when we have not done any wrong to them. Many
people have had this experience. We don't do any wrong to them; neither do
we misbehave with them and still they become our enemies. This is very
surprising! We think, 'Oh! Why has he become my enemy? Until yesterday he
was my friend.'
In the same way, we do not do any special favours for some people, yet they
become our close friends. That is why I tell you, this is some astonishing
and mysterious Karma - how some people become our enemies and some our
friends.
So what should we do? We should place both our friends and enemies in one
basket, and just become empty from within; be joyful. All these happenings
(people becoming friends and enemies) run by some law and we don't know how
and where it comes from. We just can't say when someone's feelings towards
us will change and whether it will be in our favour or not in our favour. We
just can't say. That is why we should place absolute faith on our Self, on
God, and not on friendship and enmity. We should not waste our time thinking
about friends and enemies.
What do you all think?

This does not mean you distance yourself from your friends, or that you stop
making new friends. That is not what I am saying. Friendliness should be in
our nature; love should be in our very nature. We are love after all! When
someone comes and sits beside us, we do smile at them and exchange a few
words. This does not mean you think, 'Anyways, who is a friend or who is an
enemy, there is nothing to share with anyone', and you walk around with a
gloomy face being angry with everyone - this is not a sign of wisdom. This
is ignorance and foolishness. We must interact with everyone around us and
at the same time be centered from within. Do you understand?
When we are centered, then we will not feel sad, angry or possessive. Then
we will not have disappointment of any kind. Otherwise many times what
happens, we become sad - 'Oh! Look, I made him such a good friend and today
he does not even talk to me. I did so many favours for him and he has turned
against me!'
By thinking all these thoughts we waste the time we have in the present. We
should not do this, Okay!

Life is short. And in this short life time do some good deeds! We need to
have Tyaag budhhi (An intelligence capable of sacrifice; letting go.)
Sacrifice gives us great strength. Nothing else can give you the kind of
strength that sacrifice does. Great strength comes to you when you
sacrifice. And everyone makes some kind of sacrifice, in some way or the
other - either big or small. There is not a single person in the world who
does not sacrifice something or another. One has to sacrifice something.
Where there is love, there is bound to be some sacrifice. A mother
sacrifices her comforts out of love for her child. Every mother stays awake
at night and sleeps less when her baby is small. All her attention is on her
child - day and night. She forgets all her comforts for her children.

Like a father works hard to earn for the entire household. Otherwise why
should he strive and work so hard? For what? He does not do it only for
himself. He sacrifices his own comforts for the comfort of his family. Isn't
it? A single person doesn't need to strive so hard for himself, after all
what are the needs of a single person? He just needs a place to live and
some food to eat. A little bit would be sufficient to take care of these
needs, for that one does not have to work very hard. And if he is an
intelligent person, he will be happy and content with a little. But one has
to work hard to fulfil the responsibilities towards one's family and the
society.
So every person does some sacrifice. And greater the sacrifices one makes,
greater is the strength that comes to him. Some people are ready to
sacrifice their comforts and luxuries, some are willing to sacrifice their
wealth, some are willing to sacrifice their relationships, and some are
willing to sacrifice their self-esteem and the respect they enjoy in
society. And if you look on the opposite side, some people cannot sacrifice
or let go of their self-esteem and respect in society. If someone insults
them they become so disturbed and upset that they collapse. That is their
weakness.
We must observe all this.

So, a person who makes great sacrifices attains great strength.
If a person has nothing to sacrifice, and says that I have sacrificed
everything - that too is not correct. Despite having everything and
fulfilling all duties and responsibilities, a person should have the sense
of sacrifice in his mind (Tyaag Buddhi). That is the best.
See, a saint can always say, 'I have nothing, not even a hut for myself. I
have made such a great sacrifice.' But I do not consider that as sacrifice
because he has no duties or responsibilities to fulfil. But on the other
hand, one who has to manage the responsibilities of a huge Ashram and run
such a large organization with so many people; and yet does all that with a
sense of sacrifice and detachment then that is the supreme way of all. This
is the way of Lord Krishna.
Arjun said to Lord Krishna, 'I am leaving everything and going to the
Himalayas. I do not wish to do battle against my dear ones and neither do I
want to enjoy the luxuries of the royal life. Why should I do all this?
Krishna, why do you force me to go to battle? Let me go. I want to go to the
Himalayas' Then Lord Krishna said, 'No, you should not do that. You must not
abandon your Dharma (duty), rather you must detach yourself from the fruits
of your action.'

Do everything. Fulfil all your duties and responsibilities and still stay
detached with a sense of sacrifice. Take the responsibility of the
leadership of the country and still have a sense of detachment and sacrifice
in your mind.

Saint Kabir sang a beautiful verse which said,'Krodh na choda Jhooth na
choda, Krodh na choda Jhooth na choda, Satya vachan kyo chod diya tune, Naam
japan kyo chod diya'
(You have not given up telling lies, nor your ange. Then why have you given
up speaking the truth and righteous words; Why have you given up chanting
the name of the Lord!)

One should only give up japa (chanting) when the consciousness completely
ripens with the chanting of His name. From Japa you should progress towards
Ajapa (practice of japa without the mental effort normally needed to repeat
the mantra). But if you leave japa beforehand, then that is wrong. For
example, you board a bus from one station and depending on where you want to
go, you get off the bus at that station. Now you can't say, 'Why board the
bus when I anyway have to get off from it.' Some people think like this.
They do not understand that where you board the bus from and where you get
off the bus are two different spots. You get on at one place and you get off
at another place. Similarly, your state of consciousness before chanting and
your state of consciousness after chanting is different. So, the flow of
life should always move in this direction.

So, sacrifice is important. Without sacrifice, one's mind becomes so heavy.
A person who is detached and has a sense of sacrifice does not get carried
away by any amount of praise given to him. Such praises do not enter his
mind. A Gyaani (knowledgeable one), Tyaagi (one who is detached and has a
sense of sacrifice) and Bhakt (devotee) do not get disturbed or carried away
by praise and admiration. Otherwise, the same praise and admiration becomes
a burden to one who is not detached and who does not have a sense of
sacrifice. Love and admiration too can become a burden. And when that
happens, they try to unburden themselves by running away from it. Many love
marriages have fallen apart because of this only. One partner expresses so
much love towards the other, and the other is not able to handle it. The
other person then feels like running away. And they do run away! How many
people have seen this happen? (Many raise their hands)

Many people come to me and say, 'I am in love with this person. Yet
whomsoever I love, they run away from me.' I tell them, 'Oh! Don't express
so much love day and night that they get bored and irritated with it.'
In countries abroad that is what they do. One goes running after the other
saying, 'Honey, Honey', all the time. And then what happens? They suffer
from diabetes!
Every now and then they will say, 'Honey, Honey', and then one fine day they
get fed up and say, 'I can't stand you.' One should not go overboard in
expressing their love.
In India, it is the opposite. The people never used to express love. If you
would go to the Indian villages, you will find that they don't express love
at all. They keep it in their hearts but they don't express it. And abroad
they express it so much that love just vanishes! It just doesn't stay.
Love should be planted like a seed. If you sow the seed too deep into the
earth, then it won't sprout. If you plant a seed ten feet deep into the
ground, it will die. This is the situation in the villages in India. There
are couples who spend their entire lifetime staying together, yet they never
express their love for each other. And the situation is exactly opposite in
the cities and abroad. There they keep on saying, 'I love you', every now
and then and because of this, love fails. Then the relationship becomes
formal, like saying 'Sorry' or 'Thank You'.
Someone just simply offers you a glass of water and you say, 'Thank you so
much!' What is the point of saying thank you so much? The glass was on the
table and they picked it up and gave it to you and you say, 'Thank you so
much.'
Yes, had you been in a desert for three days without water and then someone
came and gave you a glass of water and you said, 'Thank you so much', then
there can be some honesty in that.
We are so formal in our own house. If someone in the house offers us a glass
of water or something to eat, and we say, 'Thank you so much!' then there is
no meaning in that Our words should aim to honestly express the depth of the
feeling. Words cannot completely express the depth of feelings, but feelings
needs to be wrapped with the precise words and then expressed. Otherwise, it
is very difficult to convey one's true feelings. That is why the words we
use are important, and this is how language should be put to use.

In Kannada, there is a very beautiful verse which says, 'When you speak,
your words should be like a necklace of beautiful pearls. It should be pure
like the white pearl, it should shine like a diamond, and it should be
transparent like a crystal. And the effect of your speech should be such
that even Lord Shiva should nod his head in agreement.'
Lord Shiva is generally very calm and quiet. But your speech should be such
that even Lord Shiva should nod and say, 'Yes, that is true! That is
correct.'
Your speech should appeal even to Lord Shiva.

Q: Q: Guruji, if love resides at the level of chetna (consciousness) alone;
then what is the need of relationships?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Consciousness expresses itself through the person. And
relationships happen among different persons. If you do not feel the need
for any relationship, then you cannot establish any relationship by force.
The fact that you are asking a question about the need for relationships
means you feel the need for relationships somewhere. Otherwise the question
would not have arisen in the first place. You are struggling with yourself
and feel the need for relationships, yet your ego comes in between and you
feel, 'Oh I don't need any relationships.' Or you are not sure whether you
need or do not need relationships. That is why I say that whether
relationships stand or fade away, you should not get affected. You just
relax within your Self. When you meditate, keep everything aside and just
repose in your Self. And while dealing or interacting with others in the
world, form good relationships with them all.

Q: Guruji, how to save oneself from attraction?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: The very thought of saving oneself from attraction
itself applies the brakes on it. Understand it this way. It is good. There
should be brakes in a car; otherwise you will land up in trouble someday,
okay. And have a firm belief that life is full of love. We cannot make an
effort to increase love, but the moment you become stress free, love
manifests itself within us. Two things need to be there for this - freedom
from stress, and relaxation.

Q: Guruji, sometimes I wish that when I answer the doorbell I see you
standing outside my door. I wish that when my phone rings it is you calling
and I hear your voice. For someone who does sadhna regularly, everything is
possible. So shall I wait for my wish to come true?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, absolutely. I will tell you something. One day, I
left the Ashram and only one person accompanied me. We just left quietly and
nobody knew where we went. So, we drove to a faraway village. On the way I
asked the driver to stop the car outside a small house. I went inside the
house and there was a man sitting inside. The man was a simple farmer, who
had just a small farm to himself. He had a small television on which he had
watched my programme. And after watching that programme, he had such an
intense desire to meet me. He would think, 'How do I meet Guruji? I can't
afford to travel to Bangalore. I have to meet Guruji some way or the other.'
And I went and stood at the door of his very house! He got such a shock. He
fell on his knees and started crying. He was a simple farmer; he only grew
tomatoes in his farm. His farm was less than half an acre in area. He had a
small family. Similarly, one day I went to this one school and I took
classes for both the teachers and students there. For about one to two hours
I spoke to them. They all got so excited and filled with enthusiasm. It was
a small school in a village, and the teachers were all looking so serious.
So I spoke to them, encouraged them a little and they all started smiling.
This is what knowledge does. Listening to knowledge and implementing it in
one's life automatically brings enthusiasm and joy. So anything is possible
at any time! Once Kishor Da and I were travelling to Arunachal Pradesh from
Assam. As we crossed a village in Assam, I asked the car to stop outside one
house. I went inside the house with Kishore Da and I asked him to pay Rs.
700 to the lady who was in the house. That lady's husband was to undergo
some operation for which she had to pay Rs. 2100, but she had only Rs. 1400
with herself. She didn't have enough money for the operation. So she was
sitting in her temple, praying and asking God for money. She had a small
temple with pictures of Kali Maa (a form of Goddess Durga) and Sri
Ramakrishna Paramhamsa. So she was sitting before them praying and asking
God for money. She got the money that she needed. I also met her and spent
some time with her. What I am saying is - this entire Universe is created
and driven by One power. It is made up of the One Tattva (substance). I am
made up of that same substance and you are also made up of the same
substance. So whomever you bow down to, or pray to, it reaches the same
source. Now that lady did not know me, and this incident happened around 20
years ago. We were just four to five people in the car at that time. When we
met that lady, we could see that she was so strong and deep in her devotion.
So when we call upon the Divine with a true heart, everything we wish for
starts to happen. This must have happened with so many of you. Has it not?
So many miracles have happened in so many people's lives. See! It has
happened with everyone here (pointing to the audience). This is not
surprising. It keeps happening; it is not a big thing. If it doesn't happen,
then that is something surprising. If a miracle doesn't happen sometime then
it is wonder actually! Yes, some miracles happen instantly and some take
time.

Q: Guruji, you said that sacrifice brings great strength to a person. But
doesn't one need inner strength in order to be able to sacrifice?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, sacrifice brings great strength. And the inner
strength needed to be able to make sacrifices comes from knowledge.
Ignorance cannot give you the strength to sacrifice. That can come only
through knowledge. Just observe this. You heard this knowledge point a while
ago and found strength and courage. Isn't that so? This happens immediately,
almost instantaneously.

Q: Gurudev, there have been a lot of changes in our area through the YLTP
programme. What is the aim of this movement? What mission or aim should I
keep in my work as a Yuvacharya (youth leader)?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: : Shreyas (one's own progress) and Preyas (progress of
others in the society). Your own progress and the progress of society, both
have to happen together. They cannot happen one after the other. They have
to happen together. That is the aim of the YLTP. You should give one year or
one and a half year of your life for the country. Then you will find that
your progress happens even more! The higher we want to build a building, the
deeper we will have to dig to lay its foundation. The higher the position
you aspire to reach in life, the greater will be the sacrifices you will
have to make. Sitting idle and relaxing will not bring you to the top. You
will have to put in some hard work. And that hard work will surely yield
fruits.

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From: Amit Haryani <haryani7@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 7:11 PM
Subject: Guru Purnima: Webcast and Yagya Details

A few more days before the celebrations begin. The celebrations would not be
complete without each and everyone of you. As such, the Guru Purnima team
has made arrangements for a webcast of all the days for those who cannot
participate in this historic event in person. Please share the information
below with everyone on your distribution list.

1. EVERYDAY: Webcast of Evening Satsangs, Inauguration, Yagya and GP
Celebrations
TIME: See details
WEBCAST LINK: Register at http://webcast.artofliving.org/ to obtain the
webcast link.
2. JUNE 29: Special Pooja and Yagya to Commemorate International
Center for Meditation and Well-Being
TIME: 8:00am EST.
VENUE: International Center for Meditation &
Well-Being
SPONSORSHIP: $108 Sponsor Here:
http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=103040
3. JUNE 30: The Grand Inauguration of the International Center for
Meditation and Well-Being
TIME: 11:00am - 12:30pm.
VENUE: International Center for Meditation &
Well-Being
RSVP: Required to reserve your space (not required
if registered for a course).
RSVP Here: http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=102909
4. JULY 3: The Grand Gurupurnima Celebrations
TIME: Seating begins at 2PM
VENUE: Appalachian State University Convocation
center (Holmes Center)
RSVP: Required to reserve your space (not required
if registered for a course).
RSVP Here: http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=103141
5. Few more spots available for the Art of Silence, Sri Sri Yoga 2 and
Blessings Courses. Register today! More information available here
(http://www.artofliving.org/intl-meditation-center-usa/gp2012-courses)


In Wisdom. In Meditation. In Celebration
Join the Guru Purnima Celebrations this Summer at Boone NC ~ June 28th-July
3rd
http://www.artofliving.org/gp2012
https://www.facebook.com/SriSriGuruPurnima

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Friday, June 22, 2012

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Topics
1. Sumeru Sandhya with Saket Kakkar on 24th June, 2012 in East Delhi

2. 3 Days Part-1 course with Senior International teacher Divyesh ji, at
Powai

3. The Art Of Living Center, Boone, N CLT

4. Slough "Music and Meditation" time : Sunday 1st July 2012

5. Hurray Gurupurnima special Advance course and blessing course in Jaipur

6. Sri Sri Yoga in Indirapuram

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From: N.M. Gupta <nmgupta01@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 9:44 PM
Subject: Sumeru Sandhya with Saket Kakkar on 24th June, 2012 in East Delhi

By the grace of Guruji, a Sumeru Sandhya is being organized with Saket
Kakkar, in the presence of our beloved Maheish Girri Ji.


The details are as under-


Day & Date: Sunday, 24th June, 2012
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Venue: B- block, Rampuri Ground, Near Surya Nagar


This will be followed by Bhandara.


Let us all spread the word and invite your nears and dears to experience the
bliss.


Sangachhatvam... Lets be together!


With love & warm regards


narinder mohan
9650991162

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From: Chandrashekar Rai <chandrashekar.rai@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Subject: 3 Days Part-1 course with Senior International teacher Divyesh ji,
at Powai

Guruji has belssed the month of June-12 to have bigger courses. Keeping in
line with this blessing, we are fortunate to have the presence of Senior
International Teacher "Divyesh Vala" to teach 3-days Part-1 courses at
Powai. He has taken a much appreciated Sri Sri Yoga Level-2 course at Powai
in Jun.

He will be taking two Part-1 course batches over the weekend from Fri 29th
June to Sunday 1st July 2012.

Batch-1:
Morning 6am - 9am
KIDZEE, Opp L&T Gate no.5. POWAI

Batch-2:
Evening: 7pm - 10pm
Powai English School, Nr Hiranandani Hospital, POWAI

Both batches will be combined and held on Sunday from 6am - 1pm.

Last date for registration: Wednesday 27th Jun '12. No on the Spot
Registrations.
Repeater are welcome with a nominal fee.

About the teacher: Divyesh ji is a Senior International Teacher. Once he was
a software Engineer, worked in Mumbai & London as a Business Development
Manager in an IT company, now a Teacher par Excellence.
As a teacher he shows you the true path, as a guide he will show you how to
tread it, as a friend he'll be there in your time of need and a s a
philosopher he'll share his treasure trove of knowledge. That's why he one
of the most dynamic and perfect teachers associated with the foundation.
Come and be a part of this Art Of Living course and experience life through
SriSri's humble yet futuristic vision.

You may print the colour pamphlet in A4 size to put up in your society
notice boards. You may also print the "quarters" in Black & White for
distribution. Please pass the mail and message.

Jai Gurudev,

Sanghchatwam,

Chandrashekar

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From: Saroj P. Bhojani <blisslondon@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 8:21 AM
Subject: The Art Of Living Center, Boone, N CLT.

https://plus.google.com/u/0/117478927423400533424/posts/VrYnZR1FFkf?gpinv=AM
IXal_YKs_LiHwNJl2RSN25GcwJtng3aDKPP6ovyaPpeVAAaRgrBdVFpNRxX9yaTb6nPjnStn5AWt

fTjAWvsGY4C2ooCEzl5Q7bJQj6tIt1IIRXSpZ94Lc

WOW!
I'm going to be there - R U?
C U there!

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From: Reshma namasivayam <reshnamas@yahoo.co.in>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 3:36 AM
Subject: Slough "Music and Meditation" time : Sunday 1st July 2012


Warm invitation for an evening of Wisdom, music and meditation taking place
on Sunday 1st July 2012 at 4pm at : The Centre,Farnham road,Slough,Sl14UT

Art of Living satsangs reverberate across 151 countries. People from all
over the world who know different languages participate in the singing of
bhajans, or the repetitive chanting of a word or a verse. "In satsang, both
the left and right hemispheres of the brain get balanced. The wandering mind
comes back to the present moment and experiences a deeper dimension to
life," explains Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

We have also invited a Special guest teacher to come and share their
experiences

Satsang is also a great opportunity to participate with your entire family
:)

Please confirm your participation for us to make dinner arrangements (Reshma
07834517904)

Love
Aol team

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From: Ajay Mittal <ssgroup@sify.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 3:17 AM
Subject: Hurray Gurupurnima special Advance course and blessing course in
Jaipur


It gives the immense pleasure that with the grace of GURUDEV we have been
honored to organize two special courses in Jaipur :

1.Gurupurnima special Advance course with our loving Shobha didi from 30th
June - 3rd July, reporting 29th June evening Venue : Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Ashram,
Sector - 26, Near Police Station,Pratap Nagar Course
contribution : 3500/- (Residential)
3000/- (Non-Residential) For
registration or for any query kindly contact Aditi ji : 9828017757, Dheeraj
ji : 9414042741

2. Blessings course with Swami Sadhyojatha ji from 6th to 8th July 2012

The Blessings course is a profound course with some of the most amazing
processes and meditations. Each

meditation is unique and takes one through newer depths to experience the
true Self . The kindness and compassion of our Master is beyond words, and
this comes to our experience in totality. Come and experience the best gift
you have ever received, and become a perfect instrument for the Master's
Grace to flow through!


Venue - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ashram,
Sector - 26, Near Police Station,Pratap Nagar Course
contribution : 7500/- (Residential)
7000/- (Non-Residential)

For registration or any other query kindly contact : Rekha ji : 9414065558,
Aparna ji : 9413341557


With warm regards
Ajay Mittal
9829063325
ssgroup@satyam.net.in

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From: <rajendra.singh@jalindia.co.in>
Date: Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 10:19 PM
Subject: Sri Sri Yoga in Indirapuram

Sri Sri YOGA Camp

"Developing Sixth Sense"
"NO BREATH – NO LIFE

KNOW BREATH KNOW LIFE "


ART of LIVING Sri Sri YOGA camp improves Flexibility & Strength of body. It
helps in loosing weight & cure chronic diseases so that increase overall
health & well being.

Ø Pure, Joyful, Gentle and Experiential camp.
Ø Also includes Pranayama, Meditation & Knowledge
Ø Proven benefits on Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social well being.

Details of Program

VENUE : JKG International School, opp Swarn Jayanti Park
Shakti Khand-2 Indirapuram

DATE : 3rd July 2012 (Tuesday) to 7th July 2012 (Saturday)

TIMING : 05:30 am to 07:30am (Morning Batch) (above 10 yrs
age)



Contribution Rs 350 only.

For Registration please contact :

NK Garg 9818207211

Jai Gurudev !


Rajendra Singh
9818756760

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Thursday, June 21, 2012

FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for June 17 2012

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Topics
1. Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.

2. Narad Bhakti Sutra starting on 21st June at http://www.facebook.com/aoluniverse

3. YES! Summer Camp for Teenagers - 5 weeks to Go!

4. Guru Puja Course (P1 & P2) this Oct/Nov at Blore Ashram!

5. YES!++ ADVANCE COURSE WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN LUDHIANA

6. Art of Living Part 2 course in Bahrain with Swami Jyothirmayah from 28 June to 1 July 2012

7. COURSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TOGETHER IN THE UK

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From: Bhavin <bhamash@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 7:49 AM
Subject: Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.

This year lets celebrate GURU POORNIMA with difference.


Most awaited

Advance course

and

Guru Poornima

With

very Senior International Teacher

Sangeeta Didi



Enjoy and take real vacation and be with you……… Pick up and Drop facility from Andheri Highway,

Accommodation can be provided


Details:
Dates : 30th June, 1st, 2nd and 3rd July (3rd July is Guru Purnima), this is full day non residential course
Venue : The QUBE

Behind The Taj Kitchen

Near International Airport

Andheri (East), Mumbai

(Vehicles will be available to pickup and drop from Andheri Highway)

Prerequisite: Part-I or Yes+ course of AOL Donation : Rs.4000 in cash or by Cheque – favouring "VVKI-MAB"


CONTACT:

Mala 9869068610
Mamta Das 9769987895

And all the local teacher of your area.

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From: mani goswami <mani1goswami@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 2:58 AM
Subject: Narad Bhakti Sutra starting on 21st June at http://www.facebook.com/aoluniverse

In 1990 at North America, Sri Sri gave a series of beautiful talk on eighty-four aphorisms of the Narada -Bhakti - Sutra - The Aphorism of Love. In ancient days there was a sage - A Rishi whose name was Narada - one who connects you with source - who is at the centre as well on the circumference. Sri Sri very beautifully have explained and expressed the thoughts of Narada that lives revolved around love. The origin of Life is love and the Goal of Life is also Love. Yet, the seeking for Love that brings freedom, comfort and peace, is ongoing.

Narad Bhakti Sutra - the aphorisms of love, starts on 21st June at Art of Living Universe on Facebook.

Be part of the journey of love at http://www.facebook.com/aoluniverse

Every day one sutra and a synopsis of Sri Sri's inspiring commentary will be shared.

Please spread the word.

Jai Gurudev!

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From: Yes! Summer camp <yescamp@artofliving.ca>
Date: Sat, Jun 16, 2012 at 8:47 PM
Subject: YES! Summer Camp for Teenagers - 5 weeks to Go!

YES! Summer Camp for Teenagers - 5 weeks to Go!
===================================
Happening at the Canadian Ashram in Quebec!
JULY 21 to 30

** $75 Discount for the first 30 participants **

Dear friends,
For a limited time and for the first 30 participants we are offering a $75 discount to cover the activity fees!
Hurry! Register Today! http://www.facebook.com/YESSUMMERCAMP/app_208412272531040

Be a Leader! Dive Deep! Go Green!
--------------------------------------------------

This summer, students from across North America will come together at the International Art of Living Centre in Quebec, Canada to build leadership and teamwork skills while enjoying the great outdoors, building friendships, and having a great time!
This year participants will have the opportunity to experience organic gardening, try their hand at vegetarian cooking and go home with a service project they can offer to their community.

What is it?
---------------

A 10-day residential summer camp for youth between the ages of 14 to 18 that integrates personal capacity building and sustainable agriculture into a fun- filled and unforgettable experience!
The Camp will features:
- Art of living YES! program
- Art of meditation program (new!)
- Outdoor adventures – canoeing, swimming, etc.
- Daily yoga and morning exercise
- Bonfires, games, singing and more...
- A drug and alcohol-free environment
- Vegetarian cooking
- Organic gardening (new!)
- Community service hours (new!)

Find out More:
---------------------

Download Info Packet. All materials are ready and downloadable at http://center.artofliving.ca/yes-camp-0

For more information contact your local YES! Team.

You may also contact the national team at:
yescamp@artoflivnig.ca
514-655-6366

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From: Course Guru Puja <gurupujacourse@vvmvp.org>
Date: Sat, Jun 16, 2012 at 10:55 PM
Subject: Guru Puja Course (P1 & P2) this Oct/Nov at Blore Ashram!

Guru Puja is a thanksgiving ceremony remembering all the ancient Masters who have brought this knowledge of self.

In the presence of a Master, fullness dawns and Gurupuja is one of the highest expressions of devotion and gratitude to the Master.
Under the loving guidance of Bhanu DIDI, one experiences divinity through learning, chanting and then performing the Gurupuja.
The course days are filled with Guru Stories, ancient knowledge and an overwhelming presence of the Master.

The Guru Puja Course is of two parts

Phase One: This course teaches Puja Chants and explores the mysteries of Vedic Knowledge and traditions.
Phase Two: This course brings the qualification necessary to invoke the lineage of Spiritual Masters

The details of the next Guru Puja Course - Phase 1 and 2 (in Oct-Nov 2012 at the Art of Living International Ashram, Bengaluru) are given below –

Guru Puja Phase 1 – 27th October to 1st November 2012


Check in Date: 26th October 2012
Check out Date: 2nd November 2012
Eligibility: Art of living Teacher OR

TTC‐1 +2 AMC + Sahaj Samadhi Course OR

4 AMC + Sahaj Samadhi Course


Guru Puja Phase 2 – 3rd to 5th November 2012

Check in Date: 2nd November 2012
Check out Date: 6th November 2012

Eligibility: Guru Puja Phase‐1 + 6 months' gap

The application forms are attached.

Note:
• Please ensure that the form is signed and sealed by the Apex Body/Coordinator/ Board.
• All the forms to be routed via Apex Bodies/ Local Country Coordinator/ Board only


• Limited Seats. Please send the DD/make online payment only after receiving your invitation letter.
• DD to be drawn in favor of VVMVP payable at Bangalore
• Last Date: Phase 1 – 25th September 2012 & Phase 2 – 30th September 2012



Contact Us
Email: gurupujacourse@vvmvp.org Phone: +91 80 32976908 Postal Address: Guru Puja Desk, VVMVP Campus, 21 km, Kanakpura Road Udayapura, Bangalore ‐ 560082, India

Guru Puja Desk,
+918032976908

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From: charu mahajan <aol.charu@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 3:58 AM
Subject: YES!++ ADVANCE COURSE WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN LUDHIANA

YES!++ ADVANCE COURSE WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN LUDHIANA

London, New York, Simla, Kullu Manali or Kerala....wherever you go for holidays; agar man kharab toh sab kharab! The best place is always right here, deep within, which we usually miss! So, here is the map to the most peaceful, happy and joyous destination; YOUR SELF! Dive deep within through blissful meditations, enjoy power packed yoga, learn your true self through practical spiritual knowledge, soak in some great music for soul "satsangs" and make these holidays....."HOLY DAYS". Come all YES!+ participants across North India; Join us in one of the most rejuvenating and transformational YES!++ Advance workshop with world renowned international faculty - Tanuja Limaye, in Ludhiana from 12th-15th July'12. We have 200 seats in a beautiful fully AC resort spread over 5.5 acres of lush green land.

Here are the details:
Date: 12th-15th July'12, Reporting on11th July-12 by 6pm.
Time: Full Day (6 am -8.30 pm)
Venue: Jiffco Resorts, Sahnewal, Ludhiana
Contribution: R.s.4000/- (Non-Residential), Rs.5000/- (Residential) till 20th June,
R.s.4250/- (Non-Residential), Rs.5250/- (Residential) from 21st June till 30th June,
R.s.4500/- (Non-Residential), Rs.5500/- (Residential) from 1st July onwards.

Call for details and registrations: Mr. Sunpreet: 081461-15000, Mr. Kushal: 098784-32494
--
Love & Regards,

Charu Mahajan
Faculty,The Art of Living
Mob No: 93560-01324.
aol.charu@gmail.com
Ludhiana

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From: Sreenivasan K <sreeni.konnat@gmail.com>
Subject: Art of Living Part 2 course in Bahrain with Swami Jyothirmayah from 28 June to 1 July 2012


Refresh, Recharge, Renew...

Many times when we go on vacation we return feeling exhausted and in need of another vacation to recover from the first one!

Art of Living Part II courses are a vacation in the truest sense of the word - they offer a chance to dive deep into rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation.

Art of Living Bahrain Chapter is planning to have the next Art of Living Part II course from 28 June 2012 to 1 July 2012. Do not miss this rare opportunity. Senior Art of Living Faculty Swami Jyothirmayah will be the instructor. He had recently concluded various courses in Bulgaria, Turkey, Mangolia and other European countries.Plan your vacation and register for the journey towards the self!

Course Details are as follows:

Course date:-

28 June – 7pm to 10pm

29 - 30 June – 6.30am to 10pm

01 July – 5am to 7am

Venue:- to be announced

Watch the video about Part 2 course http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=HY7f7Jfa_Z0



Contact:- Vijay 39922935 / Balakrishnan 39172051 / Manoj 39552825

Eligibility:- Completed Part 1 course

Regards
AOL Bahrain

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From: Karen Hill <karenlangton23@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 5, 2012 at 1:33 AM
Subject: COURSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TOGETHER IN THE UK

THE UK 'MALVERN' 5-DAY RETREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY,

August 8th – 12th 2012

In the heart of Beautiful English Countryside.

Everyone in the family is invited to the UK for our flagship event where you can relax on a course knowing your children are being well looked after.

We run a full range of courses in one RESIDENTIAL RETREAT – the atmosphere is amazing:

Art of Breathing (Part 1)

Art of Silence (Part 2)

Angles (for 2 – 7 year olds)

ART Excel

YES!

Sri Sri Yoga

Sahaj Samadhi Meditation

Ayurvedic Cookery Course

& Ayurvedic Beauty Workshop

Our Special Discount of £25 off per person ends July 19th & we have some excellent discounts available for combined courses!

For full details about all these courses, and to book on line: http://www.artofliving.org/uk-en

or call: Hina - +44 7966 055 992 or Catherine -+44 7746 368 085

Karen L Hill

Teacher &

UK Secretary

Art of Living Foundation

www.artofliving.org

01544 260 295

07973 326 225

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Topics
1. DSN WITH RISHI NITYAPRAGYAJI

2. Aol Sholingallur Family invites you to the DSN program

3. Summer Seva in Bad Antogast with SSAY

4. Independence from Dependence - an exclusive Advance Course on the exotic sea beach of PURI

5. Srimad Bhagavatam and Bhagavad Gita with Rajima

6. Gurupurnima Spcl Advance Crs at Gujrat Ashram

7. 7 DAY PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE

8. Job offer - International Art of Living Centre, Bad Antogast

9. GURU PURNIMA SPECIAL PART-1 COURSE WITH SWAMI PRIYOJIT JI

10. July Part 3 with Sri Sri and Puja Courses with Bhanu Did in Bad Antogast - online registration available at http://secure2.artofliving.org/courses

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 9:32 PM
Subject: DSN WITH RISHI NITYAPRAGYAJI

Come and experience ur limitlessness and explore the infinite potential within u in

DSN with Rishi Nityapragyaji

Experience Complete Tranformation ..... Rishiji is just amazing ..... Don't Miss this Opportunity....make your travel plans n B There :)

frm 13-16th July in KOLHAPUR.

Call- 9987061305, 9820117011

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 10:22 AM
Subject: Aol Sholingallur Family invites you to the DSN program


DSN, Divya Samaj Ka Nirman Course - A great opportunity to change your "NO" consciousness to "YES" .
A Divine instrument challenges you to capture the fundamentals of success like Commitment, Discipline, Excellence, Mental Toughness, Habits, Faith, Passion, Teamwork, Results, Truth and embody the Art of Living, discover your potential and be the change you wish to see. Through DSN course, tapping your inner wisdom, you become a model of inner strength, joy and caring, fulfilling work of personal growth and service for the society, and a new world.
Experience Sharing :
"We both attended Gopal Ji's DSN. He is a very unique combination of dynamism and compassion. His course transformed our lives for good. Until his DSN we had many fears and inhibition that was limiting our life, after attending his DSN we are on a never looking back journey on the spiritual path, yet unshakably dynamic in the outside world. His inspiration and the outcome of the course has made it possible for us to become AOL teachers and serve our master.

We can't thank Guruji enough for giving us such a beautiful program. Through this program, Guruji has not only deepened our spiritual awareness, he has also prepared us to live in the society untouched by external events. Jai Guru Dev!" - Sanjay and Shoba JGD, To be honest I was not very keen in participating in DSN program. It happened as a part of deal J with one of AOL teacher. So to keep my words I went for DSN.
BUT Now I can say that It was a great decision which I took for myself. I did my DSN with Gopal Ji in April 2012 & it was an amazing experience. I have been working in corporate for couple of years now & participated in different trainings both nationally & internationally.. .BUT the kind of experience I had during this program was totally different, which cannot be explained in words.
Few words about Gopal Ji .. As our Guruji says "Deep & hollow" I think these are the right words for him.
So If you are in AOL & not been with this personality ever then you are seriously missing something. I'll highly encourage you, just go & grab the opportunity of being with him & experience Divya Samaj Ka Nirman (DSN).
UMESH

Programme:
Eligibility: Should have done Art of living Part- 1 (Basic or YES+) Course

Reporting: 5.30 pm Thursday 12th July 2012
Duration: 12th July till 15th May, 2012
Timing: 6 00 am Thursday 12th July 2 to 9 .00 pm Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served at the course venue Course Fee : Rs 2500 Address : Sattva Loka, F 203, II Floor, Lancor Central Park West, Sholinganallur, Chennai 600119 Direction - Come towards Navalur after Sholinganllur junction, make first U turn at the junction of Infosys and TNEB Take first left (Subramanyam Swami Koil Arch) after Aavin, come 1 KM and make a right at Nilgiris, Come to the last Apt Building on your left.
Contact : 9600115698 , 9962594956 , 9383308169,9841070522 , 9962594950, 9840793466, 9940643263, 996203030 Email - AolShollinganallur@gmail.com This is a NON- Residential course. However limited accommodation can be arranged at the venue.
Jai Gurudev!
Aol Sholingallur Family

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From: S.Kamp - Sri Sri Ayurveda <s.kamp@srisriayurveda.de>
Date: Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 8:54 AM
Subject: Summer Seva in Bad Antogast with SSAY

Next month will be the month of celebration and joy in ``Nice`` Antogast as we will have a great time there. Course after Course are happening, nature walks, swimming , Satsang and the best is that Guruji will spend quiet some time with usJ between 6th and 23th of July.

You are most welcome to spend some time with us as well ,just join the Sri Sri Ayurveda Team for Seva

Prerequisites are about 5 – 7 day`s of your precious time ( even more if you have) and Refresh training done in the last 2 ½ Years with us and a biiiiiiiig smile.

If you would like to work at reception you are most welcome as well after 12th of July.



Just come, lift up yourself and others while doing Seva and do spend some time with us, with Nature, in divine energy and in presence of the Master



We are looking forward to your respond.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in any case.



On behalf of Sri Sri Ayurveda Team
warm regards and big hug
jgd Susanne Kamp

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From: Chandan Prasad <jgdchandan@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 11:27 PM
Subject: Independence from Dependence - an exclusive Advance Course on the exotic sea beach of PURI


We are feeling very glad to inform you that we are organizing an exclusive (Part-II) Advance Course on the exotic sea beach of Puri during the holidays of Independence Day. Below are the details :


Date - 11th August - 15th August, 2012. (Reporting on 11th morning & departure on 15th evening. This includes 1 days sight seeing also)


Venue - Hotel Naren Palace, C.T.Road, Puri, Orissa (2-3 mins walking distance from the sea beach)


Donation - 5100/- (4 Sharing), 5600/- (3 Sharing), 6100/- (2 Sharing) {includes breakfast, dinner and the tour on 15th Aug by a.c. bus)


Maximum Capacity - 70 Participants.


Faculty - Debjyoti Bhaiya (Senior international advance course teacher)


Note: Course venue, accommodation, dining area & the sight seeing bus is fully air conditioned.


For more details & registration contact - Sangeeta Daga - 9830723325, Chandan Prasad - 9231861886.
GET READY FOR THE MORNING YOGA, SURYA NAMASKAR AND THE EVENING NATURE WALK ON THE SEA BEACH.

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From: Srinivasan Dasasathyan <dvasan_aol@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 11:15 PM
Subject: Srimad Bhagavatam and Bhagavad Gita with Rajima

A unique opportunity to understand the wonderful knowledge of Srimad Bhagavatam & Bhagavad Gita with Senior Art of Living teacher Rajalaxmi Ratan. Below is the information


1) Gurupuja & Satsang : Thursday June 28th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm :
All are welcome with family to attend wonderful Bhajan Satsang with Rajimaji. Also get an introduction about Bhagavatam
Venue : Gowra Place Plot no 175, Motilal Nehru Nagar, Begumpet.


2) Srimad Bahgavatam : 3 sessions : Fri June 29th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Sat June 30th 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, Sun July 1st 7:00 am - 1:00 pm :
Srimad Bhagavatam is the scripture which has the wonderful Mantra "Satyam, Param, Dhimahi" and is full of devotion to the Divine in all forms. All are welcome to attend, Please be punctual and on time.
Venue : Gowra Place Plot no 175, Motilal Nehru Nagar, Begumpet.


3) Bhagavad Gita : 5 Sessions : Sun July 1st 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Mon July 2nd 6:00 am - 8:00 am, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tue July 3rd 6:00 am - 8:00 am, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Bhagavad Gita needs no introductions but to live it is an entire life time. Come and experience this knowledge in 5 sessions.
Venue : My home Nawadweepa Club House, 3 rd Floor, Near Cyber towers


About Teacher : Smt Rajalakshmi Ratan, affectionately called Rajima, is a senior International Art of Living teacher since 1996 and has taught numerous courses in India, Singapore, US, Israel & Palestine. She brings forth an openness that immediately resonates with everyone. Rajima is admired for conducting Art of Living courses, Srimad Bhagavatam, Bhagavad Gita, Ashtavakra Gita and many others courses worldwide. She has a unique way of delivering ancient knowledge by relating it to an ordinary man's day-to-day life.

Contact : Srini : srini.das@gmail.com, 9490225845


Jai Guru Dev
Srini

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From: sukeerti shukla <sukeerti7@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jun 6, 2012 at 1:40 PM
Subject: Gurupurnima Spcl Advance Crs at Gujrat Ashram

There is a Gurupurnima special advance course @ GUJARAT ASHRAM with RISHI VIDHYADHARJI from 1 to 4 July reporting on 30th June. For registeration CT-9825595475.

Accomodation:
AC ROOM - 3500
NON AC- 3000
DORMITORY ( AIR COOLD) -2500


With Regards

Anil

Sri Sri Gujrat Ashram

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From: Seema Lamba <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: June 6, 2012 11:48:31 PM GMT+05:30
To: esatsang@artofliving.org
Subject: 7 DAY PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE

Jai Guru Dev !

Come and be part of this INTENSIVE Advance Meditation Course with one of the Senior International teacher , TANUJA LIMAYE in SRI SRI GUJRAT ASHRAM,VASAD,NEAR BARODA.

Experience the Bliss and joy while performing the highest level activities of the entire existence, Sadhna, Seva and Satsangs along with Silence.

Course Dates: 18-24 JUNE, 2012, Reporting: 17 JUNE, 2012

Contact 98255 95475 to register.

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From: Neringa Antanaityte <n.antanaityte@worldculturefestival.org>
Date: Thu, Jun 7, 2012 at 12:21 AM
Subject: Job offer - International Art of Living Centre, Bad Antogast

The European Art of Living Headquarters invites to join the team!

Job description:

· Developing and promoting events in Bad Antogast

· Data Management

· PR

Requirements:

· Language: English / German fluent

· Good writing and computer skills

· Good communication skills

· Art of Living Part 1 and 2

· Your own health insurance


We look for an initial commitment for six month. Transport, room and board is free. A salary cannot be provided.
Candidates kindly provide their CV to us. We will connect for an interview on Skype.

Sincerely,
JGD, Katja Gregl

Email: katja.gregl@artofliving.si

Phone: 0049 7804 973 930

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From: Chandan Prasad <jgdchandan@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jun 5, 2012 at 4:29 AM
Subject: GURU PURNIMA SPECIAL PART-1 COURSE WITH SWAMI PRIYOJIT JI

GURU PURNIMA SPECIAL PART-1 COURSE WITH SWAMI PRIYOJIT JI

Date: 26th June - 1st July'12. Time: 6.00 - 9.00AM. (Morning Batch)

Venue: RANI SATI HALL, Marwari Patti, Hindmotor, Hooghly, West Bengal.

Date: 26th June - 1st July'12. Time: 6.00 - 9.00PM. (Evening Batch)

Venue: BALLY LIBRARY, 383, G.T.Road, Bally, Howrah, West Bengal.

Limited Seats. Register Now..!!

Bimal More - 9831173242. Chandan Prasad - 9804148148. Satwick Dan - 9933128168.

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Thanks & Best Regards,

Chandan Prasad
+91-9143449448
+91-9231861886
संगच्छध्वं - Let's move together
Visit: www.artofliving.org

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From: Art of Living European Center <info@artofliving.de>
Date: Mon, Jun 4, 2012 at 1:41 PM
Subject: July Part 3 with Sri Sri and Puja Courses with Bhanu Did in Bad Antogast - online registration available at http://secure2.artofliving.org/courses

July Part 3 with Sri Sri and Puja Courses with Bhanu Did in Bad Antogast - online registration available at http://secure2.artofliving.org/courses



Wonderful news this July! Sri Sri will spend almost two weeks in Bad Antogast in July. So you can enjoy Art of Silence Courses with meditations, mind blowing satsangs and phenomenal knowledge given directly by Sri Sri. All in the beauty of the Black Forest - a perfect summer treat for body, mind and spirit.



Here are the dates:

• July 6th (7 pm) – July 12th (1 pm) - Art of Silence (Part 3) Course in the presence of Sri Sri

• July 12th (7 pm) – July 18th (1 pm) - Art of Silence (Part 3) Course in the presence of Sri Sri

Kindly note there will also be long awaited Puja courses taught by Bhanu Didi after the Art of Silence Courses:

• Puja Course Phase 1 – July 18th (3 pm) – July 23rd (1 pm)

• Puja Course Phase 2 – July 20th (7 pm) – July 22nd (6 pm)

Kindly note that there is online registration available for the above mentioned courses, here is the link to register: http://secure2.artofliving.org/courses



Other courses organised in Bad Antogast in July:

• Art of Breathing Courses in the presence of Sri Sri: from July 11th (3 p.m.) to July 13th (5 p.m.), from July 15th (3 p.m) to July 17th (6 p.m.)

• Art of Breathing Courses – always every weekend: from July 6th (3 p.m.) to July 8th (5 p.m.), from July 13th (3 p.m.) to July 15th (5 p.m.), from July 20th (3 p.m.) to July 22nd (5 p.m.)

• Meditation Course in the presence of Sri Sri – from July 11th (7 p.m.) to July 13th (5 p.m.)

• Meditation Course – from July 13th (7 p.m.) to July 15th (5 p.m.)

• ART Excel (8 – 13 years) and YES! (14 – 17 years) - from July 6th (7 p.m.) to July 12th (1 p.m.) 2012 in Maisach (2 km away from Bad Antogast)

• YES Plus Holidays - from July 6th (7 p.m.) to July 12th (1 p.m.) 2012 in Maisach (2 km away from Bad Antogast)



For more info and the application forms please contact us at info@artofliving.de or call 0049780497390.

We look forward to welcoming you back home :-) Your Bad Antogast Team

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Topics
1. Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.

2. YES!PLus Holiday 7th – 12th July 2012 in Bad Antogast in presence of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

3. Swaranjali - An evening of Music and Meditation with Swami Suryapada

4. Tamil Art of Living Part 2 (Advance Course) in Bangalore Ashram in the presence of Guruji

5. The Udaan Project - Empowering slum dwellers of Delhi

6. Highlights of the Secaucus Center Establishment

7. Invitation to celebrate Summer Vacations at Kasuali with Rishi Nitya Pragya Ji‏.

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From: "Bhavin" <bhamash@gmail.com>
Date: June 17, 2012 12:06:08 AM GMT+05:30
To: "Bhavin" <bhamash@gmail.com>
Subject: Guru Poornima Special Advance AOL PART-II Course with Sangeeta Ji.


Jai Guru Dev This year lets celebrate GURU POORNIMA with difference. Most awaitedAdvance courseandGuru PoornimaWithvery Senior International TeacherSangeeta Didi Enjoy and take real vacation and be with you……… Pick up and Drop facility from Andheri Highway,Accommodation can be provided

Details:
Dates : 30th June, 1st, 2nd and 3rd July (3rd July is Guru Purnima), this is full day non residential courseVenue : The QUBE Behind The Taj Kitchen Near International Airport Andheri (East), Mumbai

(Vehicles will be available to pickup and drop from Andheri Highway)Prerequisite: Part-I or Yes+ course of AOLDonation : Rs.4000 in cash or by Cheque – favouring "VVKI-MAB" CONTACT: Mala 9869068610Mamta Das 9769987895

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From: Camille A. <cam@yeswecan-clp.org>
Date: Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 10:11 AM
Subject: YES!PLus Holiday 7th – 12th July 2012 in Bad Antogast in presence of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Youth Empowerment

and Sports Holiday

7th – 12th July 2012 in Bad Antogast in presence of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Youth Empowerment and Sports Holiday

Spiritual & Sportive Holidays in Bad Antogast, 7th – 12th July, 2012

Save the date !!!!!!! The next YES ! Plus Holiday will happen in presence of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Come and experience spine-chilling sports and adventure ! Come and enjoy the enchantment of the Black Forest. Make new friends from the whole world. Give yourself a memorable time of CARE, GRACE, and LOVE.



Program

Mountain biking

Swimming in the natural spring waters

Paraglading*

Ayurvedic massage and treatments*

Spa & Sauna*

Breathing techniques

Games

Ancient Yoga Wisdom & Knowledge

Delicious fresh home made food

Fun & Music

Challenge & Adventure

YES!+ workshop


YES+ (Youth Empowerment Seminar Plus) is an innovative and dynamic educational and life skills program for students and young professionals. YES!+ empowers young people with tools to eliminate stress, rid the system of negative emotions, drop inner barriers, develop strong social and leadership skills, heighten awareness and increase mental focus. It includes practical sessions on entrepreneurial skills, maximizing individual potential and physical, mental and emotional health.

Prices include YES!+ workshop, food and accommodation:

For West Europe countries:

Group room (with a bathroom) 350 €

Group room (bathroom on the corridor) 295 €

To get other countries' price list or to book your place send an email to: info@yesplusholiday.org Phone : 0049-780-497-390 / 0049-780-497-396-506.


*Paragliding, Ayurvedic massage, spa and sauna require an extra fee.
www.yesplusholiday.org

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From: Ritesh Nair <ritnai87700@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 9:56 AM
Subject: Swaranjali - An evening of Music and Meditation with Swami Suryapada

Dharavi : Through the Eyes of the Master!
Dharavi is arguably the largest slum of Asia. The 175 hectare of area is home to more than 1 million people. It is a city within a city, known for its narrow lanes and cramped huts. Depicted as an area of 'goondaraj' in many bollywood films, Dharavi is also known for its illegal activities, and an area of poor public and health facilities.



In 2001, a series of free Art of Living courses began to be conducted by a team of dynamic teachers and volunteers. Special courses for children also were conducted. During these course it was realized that the poor grasping capacity and inability to read or write English would cause a hindrance to their future.



Thus, in August, 2002, a school was opened with the vision to educate the children in Dharavi and make them employable. The School faced many challenges like land, need for teachers, infrastructure to run the school, education material etc. Thus began the story of the SSRVM, Dharavi. Today, our school is living example of Guruji's Vision of a Divine Society. It is a complete school which provides holistic education to 342 children; it is equipped with a computer and science laboratory and is proud to provide 'Educomp' the latest in audiovisual education!

How can we help the master realize HIS vision….?


Swaranjali is an opportunity to join hands in Sri Sri's vision to transform Dharavi.
Swaranjali : a confluence of traditional Bhajans, knowledge and meditation, with Swami Suryapada (Chaya Anna)

Proceeds from this event will go to the Dharavi school project.

Satsang Date & Timings:
23rd June 2012, 6:30 pm onwards

Satsang Location:
Sri Shanmukhananda Hall, Kings Circle, Mumbai

Contact Information:
9870280629, 9702995656, 9821330664

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 9:29 AM
Subject: Tamil Art of Living Part 2 (Advance Course) in Bangalore Ashram in the presence of Guruji

Tamil Art of Living Part 2 (Advance Course) in Bangalore Ashram in the presence of Guruji

The Advance Meditation Course (Part II) in the physical presence of Guruji from
Aug 15th to Aug 19th, 2012 @ our Bangalore Ashram!

Let us all have the real and royal experience of silence at Ashram's serene and beautiful environment.

The Art of Living's Advance Meditation Course guides one on a journey deeper into one's self.... enabling the spontaneous integration of life with wisdom. Rest and rejuvenate the mind and body in the best way possible.

This Part II is open to all resident Indian nationals (who have completed the Part I program & 21 years old).

Earliest Arrival : Aug 14th, 2012 Latest by 10 pm

Program dates : Aug 15th (Wednesday) - Aug 19th (Sunday), 2012

Latest Departure : Aug 20th by 12 noon, 2012

Medium : Tamil

Program contributions (Inclusive of food, accommodation and Programme Cost during Aug 15th to Aug 19th, 2012 ) for resident Indian Nationals

Dormitory - Rs 3000

Six to nine Sharing - Rs 3500

4 Sharing - Rs 5000

3 Sharing - Rs 7500

2 Sharing - Rs 10000

(Please note participants can upgrade their accommodation to TWIN & TRIPLE sharing room on arrival at ashram (subject to availability) by paying additional contribution)

For Spot registration Dormitory accommodation will be available. Other accommodation is subject to availability.
The easy and best way to register for the course through online : www.vvmvp.org
or

One can apply by filling up the application form and submit with Demand Draft at our Apex office.:
No. 55/58 , 5th cross street, Trustpuram, Kodambakkam , Chennai-600 024
For further details contact:
044-42133203 8939902444 /9840793611
Those who wish to register for AMC in Tamil at our Ashram should send a Demand Draft for the requisite amount in favour of Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth, payable at Bangalore.

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From: Sonali Chaudhari <sonali.aol@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Jun 9, 2012 at 4:06 AM
Subject: The Udaan Project - Empowering slum dwellers of Delhi

The Udaan Project

Empowering slum dwellers of Delhi

'Udaan' also known as the 'Empowers' Project, is a truly path breaking initiative started in Delhi & NCR. Launched on March 4th 2012 with a satsang attended by hundreds of slum dwellers, the project aims to empower the inhabitants of the slums in Delhi & NCR. Beginning with a team of 30 volunteers, 'Udaan' now boasts of more than 500 volunteers working in 10 slums within the National Capital Region. The plan is to take this initiative to other slums as well.

'Empowers' covers the following aspects: E for Education, M for Meditation, P for Poverty alleviation, O for Ownership of Health, W for Women's development, E for Employment, R for Rehabilitation of street children and ageing people & S for Skills development.

'Udaan' offers a holistic and strategic approach to community development and team development, based on the guiding principles of love and compassion propagated by H.H.Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The support offered to the slums is based on the need assessment that is done by the volunteers. Since its launch in March 2012, 'Udaan' has benefitted the inhabitants of slums like Govindpuri and Kusumpur Pahari in South Delhi, Rajiv Nagar and Rahul Colony in Faridabad, Hoshiarpur in NOIDA, Mongolpuri and Jehangirpuri in North Delhi, Matiani in West Delhi, Baljit Nagar in Central Delhi, Silohkara in Gurgaon and Dajana in Ghaziabad. Some of these slums, which are among the largest in Delhi, have more than 1 lakh inhabitants. The activities in these slums include nav chetna shivirs, bal chetna shivirs, rural part-I courses, YLTP sessions, computer training, medical camps, street plays about health, immunization camps, cleaning of parks, temples and streets, employment counseling, remedial classes, formal education by facilitating admissions in schools for children, funding university education and counseling for higher education, awareness about family planning, generating sources of income through skill development and rehabilitating street children and old people. Volunteers work at the grass roots, directly interacting with the people. Inspired by the wonderful work that is being done, many people who are not members of the Art of Living have also volunteered to contribute and participate in their own way. As a result of the dedicated effort that has been put in, many of these slum dwellers are beginning to feel a sense of belonging with Guruji and the Art of Living.



The first immunization camp under the 'Udaan' project was held on May 5th, 2012 in Govindpuri. Around 100 children were immunized for Typhoid prevention and were given Vitamin A in collaboration with Max hospitals. Prior to the camp, a door to door sampling survey was conducted in order to underscore the importance of immunization in saving lives and to encourage slum dwellers to vaccinate their children against deadly diseases. The survey revealed that many children had not received any vaccinations till then. Many of the parents, who had recently migrated from villages, were not even aware that vaccination is essential for the prevention of disease. Their children have not undergone any vaccination, and for them a separate plan has been made to cover all essential vaccinations. For many volunteers it was an eye opener to learn that in this era of globalization, the dividing line between urban settings and villages prevents people from reaching out and availing of health facilities. Nutritional disorders can be caused by an insufficient intake of food or of certain nutrients and by an inability of the body to absorb and use nutrients. Examples include anaemia caused by insufficient intake of iron, and impaired sight because of inadequate intake of vitamin A. Nutrition disorders can be particularly serious in children, since they interfere with growth and development. Studies reveal that in India alone, 52,000 children go blind every year on account of vitamin A deficiency. This problem is more prevalent in slum areas, where conditions such as poverty, overcrowding, infections, malnutrition and improper diet are common. Due to lack of vaccination, diseases like diphtheria, measles and polio are making a comeback and diseases such as typhoid affect many. The volunteers of 'Udaan' are dealing with this on a war footing.

It is truly inspiring to see the dedication of the 'seva warriors' working in the extreme heat of Delhi's summer, without fans and Air-conditioners, with an unshakeable resolve. Many of them walk for hours in and through the slums, to generate awareness about the initiatives and collect sample data for need assessment. Some special initiatives like medical camps were also planned to celebrate Guruji's birthday on May 13th. Speaking on behalf of the 'Udaan' team, Ms.Indu Sinha, who is heading the project said, "We all feel that this is the way that we can help the real India, the majority of which is still in the villages & the slums. Working towards their upliftment makes us feel the true spirit of seva." The work continues with ever increasing enthusiasm.


*National Documentation Team, the Art of Living Bureau of Communication.


JaiGurudev,
Sonali Chaudhari
National Documentation Coordinator
Art of Living Bureau of Communication
Mobile: 91-9871677331
Tel (Res): 91-011-41660974
www.artofliving.org
www.artoflivingprojects.org

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From: Priti Ved <pritijved@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jun 13, 2012 at 5:54 AM
Subject: Highlights of the Secaucus Center Establishment

Dear Seva Members,

We are very happy to announce that the AOL center in Secaucus (that was previously running out of our dear volunteer Rishi's home) now has an Official AOL center premises in the town of Secaucus as of May 27th 2012.

Guruji's visit in 2011 to Secaucus set the stage for this to happen. Mayor and his family met with Guruji at that time and today we have the Mayor's backing. He has welcomed AOL to Secaucus fully for the benefit of the community.

The Mayor has given us access to town facilities for our weekly Long Kriya at the Secaucus Senior center and Satsang at the Secaucus Public Library. The Mayor has also indicated that there are plans for a very near future to have a permanent center for AOL. He is also very supportive for all our activities in reaching out to the Secaucus residents including Secaucus schools. On various occasions he has asked AOL volunteers to provide support to different activities in the town like Inauguration of the Meditation Garden at the Secaucus recreation center and green day for planting trees in the Secaucus.

The next AOL course is scheduled for June 15th- 17th 2012 has received great coverage in all of the Secaucus publications from the Mayor's office. It has been posted on the Secaucus community calender at www.Secaucusnj.org/calendar and advertised in the electronic displays in the town.

We wanted to share this great success and happiness with our AOL family!!!

Jaigurudev!

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Regards

Priti

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: June 13, 2012 12:19:44 PM GMT+05:30
To: esatsang@artofliving.org
Cc: esatsang@artofliving.org
Subject: Invitation to celebrate Summer Vacations at Kasuali with Rishi Nitya Pragya Ji‏.

It is our great pleasure to invite you to Celebrate this Summer Holidays at Kasuali (H.P.)

with Rishi Nitya Pragya Ji From 7th to 10th July


Please click on the following link to be taken to the invitation:



http://www.aolrajpura.com/

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