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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Feb 7 2011

2012-02-09T04:10:00.000-08:00

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Topics

1. Mega Part I Course with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

2. Guruji's Birthday

3. Sahaj Samadhi Meditation Course.

4. TRIPLE BONANZA: Advance Course & Devi Puja & MAHA SATSANG IN DELHI IN THE
PRESENCE OF POOJYA GURUDEV

5. YES for Schools video from Houston Texas

6. Bhagavt Gita by Mail

7. Talk directly with Guruji on Airtel Phone on 10 Feb @ 4:15 pm IST!!

8. Living in the present moment

9. LIVING WELL COURSE

10. 7 day Intensive Advance Course in PUNE Ashram with Swami Pragyapadji

11. Knowledge from Sri Sri... Deep meditation is like being nothing and
being nobody

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From: Balasubramaniam M <bala08.m@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 6:42 PM
Subject: Mega Part I Course with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

Countdown begins! After an unforgettable experience of January 26, 2012 with
Maheish Girri ji- a red letter day in the history of Art of Living, Navi
Mumbai, we are now our way for a breathtaking journey, preparing for MEGA
PART I COURSE with our dear Maheish Girri ji.

At the closing ceremony of Wake Up & Shake Up - 5 hr long training program
for volunteers & teachers, 1500 people rocked to the tune of Maa Tujhe
Salaam with Shri Maheish Girriji.....here's the photo album, take a glance
at it & feel the vibes!

https://picasaweb.google.com/113273590811853953298/WakeUpShakeUpWithMaheishG
irriJiAtNaviMumbai?authuser=0&feat=directlink

As there could be no better opportunity to start the new year with a sankalp
to share the wisdom of a stress-free life, ignite the spirit & life-force
energy with the love of the Master, bringing much more people to the Divine
knowledge of Part I Course that we all are blessed with. The spirit is
already elevated. A team of dedicated volunteers is putting in their best
efforts to make this a real success. And continuing sessions of Group
Sadhana is making the journey lighter and enjoyable! we are reaching out to
groups of people through various medium and conducting group meditations,
satsangs and intro talks. We are reaching out to people by all means! This
Mega Program at Navi Mumbai is expected to have participation from entire
Navi Mumbai - Airoli, Ghansoli, Koparkhirane, Vashi, Sanpada, Nerul, CBD
Belapur, Kharghar, Kamothe, Panvel, Uran.

What an opportunity - to walk in unison!

Come join us in this unforgettable journey...

The details of Mega Part I Course are as follows:

Date: 10th to 12th February 2012

EVENING BATCH : Date - 10th to 12th Feb. Time : 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Venue : Yashwantrao Chavan Ground,Sector-19, Nerul (E), Navi Mumbai

MORNING BATCH : Date - 10th & 11th Feb. Time :6:00am to 9:30am VENUE : IES
Navi Mumbai Primary School, Plot No.20,Sector-2, Vashi, Navi Mumbai.

CELEBRATION DAY (Combined Batch) Date : 12th Feb Time : 4pm to 10pm Venue :
Yashwantrao Chavan Ground,Sector-19, Nerul (E), Navi Mumbai

Jai Gurudev.
M. Balasubramaniam (Bala)
AOL Teacher
For Navi Mumbai
Ph. 9819700332
Email: aolnavimumbai.teachers@gmail.com
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From: Information and Registration Sri Sri's BirthDay Event
<may2012.bday@artofliving.ca>
Date: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 2:12 PM
Subject: Guruji's Birthday

Guruji's Birthday Celebrations in Canada

" Lord Shiva's consciousness encompasses countless epochs, but it does not
let go its awareness even of a moment."

Similarly in the physical presence of Guruji one experiences expanded
awareness and at the same time totally alert in the moment. To experience
such moments of joy and ecstasy one need to be in HIS presence at every
possible opportunity.

Come and be part of the celebrations of HIS birthday at the Canadian Ashram
on May 13th 1012. There are courses planned from 5th 12th May, the details
will soon be on the website www.artofliving.ca/may2012.

Among others Art of Living course and Advance Sahaj Course are also planned
which will be in the presence of Guruji.

in loving service
Canadian Ashram Team

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From: madhu bhardwaj <harpalbhardwaj@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 6:20 AM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi Meditation Course.

"Meditation is deep relaxation. A mind without agitation is meditation. A
mind in the present moment is meditation. Concentration, sharp memory,
increased intelligence, alertness, sensitivity, calmness, and peace are all
results of meditation." - Bhanumati Narasimhan, Art of Meditation teacher.
Our minds are often busy swinging between thoughts about the past and
thoughts about the future. This distraction prevents us from fully
experiencing and enjoying what is right in front of us. The constant
activity eats into our energy and can cause us mental, emotional, and
physical stress. The subtle art of meditation takes us beyond our minds'
usual habits and into a state of relaxed alertness.
The Art of Meditation Course provides:

A solid foundation on the science and principles of meditation Instruction
in Sahaj Samadhi, an effortless mantra meditation technique Instructions and
recommendations for practicing meditation at home

Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course with Dineshji Bhojwani

28th Feb to 1st March 2012

Timings : 7 pm to 9 pm

Venue : A 3/77, Greenfields, JVLR. Opp. Vijay Salaskar Udyan, Andheri east,
Mumbai 400093

Contribution : Rs. 2500/-

Limited seats. Register today.

Madhu
9819303155

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From: N.M. Gupta <nmgupta01@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 2:39 AM
Subject: TRIPLE BONANZA: Advance Course & Devi Puja & MAHA SATSANG IN DELHI
IN THE PRESENCE OF POOJYA GURUDEV

T h e W a i t I s O v e r ! ! !
We are so Blessed!

ART OF LIVING DELHI / NCR HEARTILY WELCOMES YOU !
To participate in 3 wonderful events
Advances Course / Devi Puja / Maha Satsang In the divine presence of Poojya
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji "SHAKTI BHAKTI AUR GYAN KA SANGAM"

Advance Course
23-26 February 2012 (Reporting 22nd Feb)
(Contribution: Rs. 4,000/-, Accommodation: on request, at extra)

DEVI PUJA
(FIRST TIME IN North INDIA)
DATE: 24TH FEB 2012 (6 PM)

MAHA SATSANG
DATE: 26TH FEB 2012 (6 PM)

VENUE for all 3 events : JAPANESE PARK, SECTOR 10, ROHINI, NORTH DELHI FOR
registration / DEVI PUJA SANKALPA & other information

PL. CONTACT
9654500804 / 9654500808

EMAIL: contact@devipuja.com
www.devipujamahasatsang.in

Link for the event on face book:
http://www.facebook.com/events/286311208089975/

Link of the page on face book:
http://www.facebook.com/events/286311208089975/#!/RohiniMahasatsang2012

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From: Gilbert Camargos <gilb3rtoo@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 8:35 PM
Subject: YES for Schools video from Houston Texas

Last year, we had the YES for schools program at the William A. Lawson
Institute for Peace and Prosperity - WALIPP - in Houston.
Both teachers and students went for empowerment seminars, diving into the
divine knowledge and techniques given to us.

The program was a success and we are looking forward to spread this success
all around the world, taking the YES program to as much schools as we can.

I encourage you to share this video to as much people as you can, specially
those involved in the learning environment.
Spread the knowledge, schedule meetings make a course like this happen
nearby where you are.

Love
Jaigurudev

Link to the video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn9x3OBgsT8

--
Gilbert Camargo
Cell Phone (713) 822-3242
skype: gilb3rto.camargo

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 7:13 PM
Subject: Bhagavt Gita by Mail

We are pleased to inform you that for the first time ever, an Email
subscription to the Bhagavad Gita has been introduced.
Once subscribed, you will receive:-
Bhagavad Gita verses in your inbox (along with beautiful pictures)
Translation of every verse (in English) Audio recitation of every verse

To subscribe, please visit: http://bhagvadgitaa.blogspot.in/ Please share
with all... Jai Gurudev :)

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 1:06 AM
Subject: Talk directly with Guruji on Airtel Phone on 10 Feb @ 4:15 pm IST!!

Great News!!
You can talk directly to Guruji on 10 Feb 2012 from 4:15 - 5:15 pm IST All
that you need to do is dail-in 50 50 50 from your Airtel Phone.
Spread the word!

Note: This is only for India & only for Airtel Subcribers

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From: Abheeta <lakshmi.selva@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 5:36 PM
Subject: Living in the present moment

The higher state of consciousness is somewhere in between the waking,
sleeping and dreaming states. Here, we know we "are" but we don't know
"where" we are. This knowledge that I "am," but I don't know "where" I am or
"what" I am, is called Shiva. This state gives the deepest possible rest
that one can experience. And one can achieve this through meditation.

Long Term Insurance = Art of Meditation
Meditation : Dropping your mind @ your own will .Erasing all your
impressions .

Limited Seats , Unlimited Focus

Prerequisite :NONE

Day Time Course

To Register
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11273

Day Time course
Date:
Feb 21 : 10 am - 12 pm
Feb 22 : 10 am - 12 pm
Feb 23: 10 am - 12 pm

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Evening time course

Feb 25th sessions: 10:00am to 12:30am
Feb 26th : 3:30 pm to 5:30pm
Feb 27th : 7pm to 9:30pm
To Register
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11564

Location: 212 Durham Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Contact/Registration:
Abheeta Narayanan : 201 208 1381 /abithan@artofliving.org

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 7:06 PM
Subject: LIVING WELL COURSE

The last LIVING WELL COURSE that concluded on 22-Jan-2012 was indeed very
successful. Results were amazing. We will be putting up the results to you
after proper compilation.

Who needs to do LIVING WELL COURSE:
People with a diabetic profile, that is people who are already diagnosed
diabetic & on medication People in a prediabetic state, that is people who
have a higher blood sugar level but not yet on medication. Generally they
are advised to exercise & alter their food habits People with a family
history of diabetes People with health challenges such as cholesterol, BP &
obesity are addressed People who work in a stressful environment This is an
entry level course. It is a great way to reach people who are yet to come
into Guruji's ambit.

We are glad to announce the next course, details below:

Venue:
The Art of Living Center
WORLD UNIVERSITY SERVICE CENTER
18, Mayor Ramanathan Salai (Spur Tank Road) Chetput, Chennai 600031

Dates:
19 to 25-March-2012

Timings:
Monday to Friday:
Mid-morn batch: 9.30-am to 1.30-pm
Evening: 5.30-pm to 9.30-pm
Saturday: 3-pm to 9-pm
Sunday: 9.30-am to 5-pm

Registration closes: 11-Mar-2012 - Limited seats
Donation: Rs.2,000/-

Please use the attached 3-minute show to reach many of your friends who need
the course. This show brought many registrations last time.

Jai Guru Dev

M Vikram
Mobile: 9500009479

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From: Shridhar Damodaran <shridhar.sevajoy@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 3:30 AM
Subject: 7 day Intensive Advance Course in PUNE Ashram with Swami
Pragyapadji

AOL Intensive Advance Course in PUNE Ashram with Swami Pragyapadji

Intensive 7 day Advance Course !

The Art of Living Course Part 2 (also called 'Advance Course') is a chance
to use the beautiful tools of yoga, silence and meditation to dissolve
blocks and expand awareness.

The One Week Intensive Advance Course features More & Longer
Meditations.....Longer & deeper Silence....
The Art of Living Intensive Advance Course is a unique opportunity for all
who have taken atleast one Part2 course to sink deeper into knowledge &
experience, facilitating the indescribable process of our own awakening.

Rest and rejuvenate the mind and body in the best way possible, in the
Divine natural surroundings of our Pune 'Triveni' Ashram !

This course is open to all participants who have done the Art of Living
Part-1 / YES + & atleast one Advance Course.

Lets take up this opportunity to experience our deep inner peace, joy and
silence.
This course is being conducted by one of our senior international teachers
Swami Pragyapadji.

Please spread this message to all our members.

DATE: 27 Feb to 4 Mar 2012 (Monday to Sunday) ; (Reporting on Sun. 26th
Feb., evening/night; or with prior intimation, on 27th, 6am)

VENUE: Pune Art of Living 'Triveni' Ashram, Markal Village, Alandi Road,
Off A'Nagar Road, Pune.

Donation for Course (inclusive of stay and food): Rs.6,500/-

Payment by cash or DD in name of VVMVP, payable at Pune.

For enquiries or transportation guidance contact:
Pune Ashram - 0 97659 99121 / 125, Sukantoji - 0 97659 99123.

For Registrations Contact:
Pune Information Centre (VVKI) - (020) 64002463 / 3239 9999.

Jai Gurudev!

Art of Living Pune Information Centre,
Pune.

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 10:58 PM
Subject: Knowledge from Sri Sri... Deep meditation is like being nothing and
being nobody

Deep meditation is like being nothing and being nobody

February 06, 2012

(Below is the transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar)

Q: As a mother, how can I make my children more creative and less of
information junkies?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: More human interaction. Allow the children to play
with more kids. Get them to do some service activities. Make them do some
work and make them mix with people of all socio-economic strata.

Q: Guruji, I am a young girl and a student. When I ask my parents, what
should be my dharma, they say studies. Isn't playing part of my dharma?
Please guide.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes! Study while you study and play while you play.

Q: Guruji, if I do your work, can I get some discount on my bad karma and
bonus on my good karma?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Definitely!

Q: Guruji, you always say that when we are close to the divine, our desires
get fulfilled. It is so true, but desires of people who are not spiritually
inclined to God are also fulfilled without any struggle. Then what is the
difference?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: You should ask them how they feel.
You know when you are awake, when you are spiritually inclined then you are
able to enjoy that more. You turn back and see in your own life, before you
did any meditation, you also had your desires fulfilled but that was not the
same. Isn't it?
You enjoyed, you went on a trip, and you watched the nature. But now after
your meditation, after your entry into the spiritual knowledge, there is a
significant difference.

Q: Guruji, I would like to know what is Shivaloka, Brahmaloka and
Vishnuloka? What makes them different from each other?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: There are many worlds and many dimensions of time. And
so it is said, one human year is one day in Pitraloka. What is one year for
us, of that, six months form a day and six months form a night in another
dimension.
If you are a student of astronomy, you will be fascinated to know that there
are different time dimensions, it is very interesting. You should study more
of astronomy - both classical astronomy and modern astronomy. Then you will
get a lot of information about time and different dimensions of existence.
See for example, the light of the star you see today is not coming today. It
is from four years back. That light has started four years ago and today you
see the star. You are seeing the star today but it may not be there today.
It is a four years back picture that you are seeing.
Have you heard about this?!

Q: Guruji, how to live in this so called professional world? I find myself
lonely and secluded when I feel people are friendly only when they need me.
Today professionalism means no love and no true smile. What to do?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: At least you give them. If they don't have, you have
it. So you can shine there like the moon.

Q: I cannot know life without death. Guruji please tell me how to know death
while I am still alive.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Meditation. Deep meditation is like being nothing and
being nobody.

Q: It has been said that this world is not real but an illusion of the mind.
With this perspective, how do we view Lord Krishna and his teachings in the
Bhagavad Gita? Were they also an illusion?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Is this question real or an illusion, first tell me?
If the question is real, answer will be real. If the question is an illusion
then everything is an illusion. Your spirit of enquiry is also an illusion,
then why should an answer be given for it. Got it?
There are two dimensions. I keep saying all the time. One is the quantum
dimension.
In atomic level, everything is the same. In the quantum mechanics,
everything are just atoms, the floor, the chair, the door, the window - it
is all made up of just one matter, one substance. And on the classical
level, these are all different. The chair is different from the door. You
cannot go and sit on the door or use the chair for the door. So they are all
different.
In chemistry, the periodic table is there which speaks of the different
elements. Then there is quantum physics, which speak of all being just a
wave function. So both are essential and both are true. Got it?
This is Dvaita and that is Advaita, and Bhagavad Gita connects to both. It
takes you to Advaita and connects you to Dvaita - the duality as well as
makes you understand the ultimate. Both!

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Feb 5 2012

2012-02-06T07:16:00.001-08:00

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Sent: 06 February 2012 12:44
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Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Feb 5 2012

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Topics

1. Mega Part I Course with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

2. California Chants!

3. Guruji's birthday celebrations

4. Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji in Goregoan

5. Eternity Process at Chennai --Call the number and fix your time

6. VAASTU SHASTRA course after Shivratri at the Art of Living International
Center, Bangalore

7. Easter Special 10 day Silence Course in Bad Antogast from March 31st to
April 9th , 2012

8. ART Excel in Oaks, PA - Feb 17th - 20th

9. Technician Training announcement

10. Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri... When we violate the laws of nature then
we suffer
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From: Balasubramaniam M <bala08.m@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Feb 5, 2012 at 6:34 PM
Subject: Mega Part I Course with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

https://picasaweb.google.com/113273590811853953298/WakeUpShakeUpWithMaheishG
irriJiAtNaviMumbai?authuser=0&feat=directlink

What an opportunity - to walk in unison!

Come join us in this unforgettable journey...

The details of Mega Part I Course are as follows:

Date: 10th to 12th February 2012

EVENING BATCH : Date - 10th to 12th Feb. Time : 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Venue : Yashwantrao Chavan Ground,Sector-19, Nerul (E), Navi Mumbai

MORNING BATCH : Date - 10th & 11th Feb. Time :6:00am to 9:30am

VENUE : IES Navi Mumbai Primary School, Plot No.20,Sector-2, Vashi, Navi
Mumbai.

CELEBRATION DAY (Combined Batch) Date : 12th Feb Time : 4pm to 10pm

Venue : Yashwantrao Chavan Ground,Sector-19, Nerul (E), Navi Mumbai

Jai Gurudev.

M. Balasubramaniam

AOL Teacher

For Navi Mumbai

Ph. 9819700332

Email: aolnavimumbai.teachers@gmail.com

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From: Vivek Gulati <vgulati@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Feb 5, 2012 at 9:41 AM
Subject: California Chants!

The energetic, wise, caring, profound and incredibly hilarious Sastry Garu
is on a tour to help California chant!

Sastry Garu is so passionate about sharing his profound knowledge of the
mantras. His enthusiasm is sooo... infectious.

So many of us either have no exposure to the mantras. Or, we chant some
mantras without knowing the meaning. He says, "If you know the meaning, the
feeling comes."

If you can, take the time to benefit from this rare opportunity.

Feb 18-22: San Jose: Mantras for the Highest Knowledge
http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=102228

Feb 23-26: San Diego: Mantras Sadhana Seminar
http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=102232

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From: Information and Registration Sri Sri's BirthDay Event
<may2012.bday@artofliving.ca>
Date: Sun, Feb 5, 2012 at 5:18 AM
Subject: Guruji's birthday celebrations

Guruji's Birthday Celebrations in Canada

"When we are blissful we do not feel the passage of Time. When we are not
aware of the passage of Time then it is said that the time has been slayed."

What better occassion than being present in Guruji's birthday to be in that
bliss where Time is said to have been slayed?

Keep your calenders open, Canadian Ashram is coming up with courses
scheduled from 5th May to 12th May followed by Birthday Celebrations on May
13th. The course details and registration will soon be on the website
www.artofliving.ca/may2012

with loving service
Canadian Ashram Team

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 4, 2012 at 10:29 PM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji in Goregoan

Anyone Can do this course- Part I not required

Repeaters welcome on 2nd and 3rd day

Dive deep with your meditation. Experience bliss on Sahaj samadhi course
with Rishi Vidhyadharji.

Dates:7th to 9th feb.

Time:
batch 1: 6:00am-9:00am,

batch 2: 6:30pm-9:30pm.

Venue: Oberoi Woods , Goregoan (e)

Contact: 9967446999

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 8:29 AM
Subject: Eternity Process at Chennai --Call the number and fix your time

Eternity Process

Date and Time: Call the number and fix your time
Address: 2 A Palm Estates, 38 (Old no 23) Kothari Road, Nugambakkam, Chennai
Contact: 28226160 / 28261575

The Eternity Process is a guided meditation which takes you through your
previous lives.

A one-on-one session
Lasts for about two to three hours

How does the technique work?

The actions of body, our words, and our thoughts leave imprints on our
consciousness The mind stores imprints in the form of Samskaras or
impressions These impressions remain latent in the consciousness for a while
before emerging as mental waves Mental waves produce desires, fears and
other emotions Our past impressions carry weight and determine How well we
can face the present moment How well we can live life to its full capacity,
free from fears and negative emotions The eternity process cleanses a person
of the past impressions What does the technique do Provides a tool to relive
events that lie at the root of a pattern, mental or physical Provides a
gateway to a vast, invaluable resource of information on previous times,
places, and cultures Helps clear mental impressions that may block one's
progress

The benefits

View past lives
Transform various impressions - negative or positive - in a calm space
Emerge from our past impressions - more alive to the present moment and open
to celebrating life

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From: Vaastu Shastra <vaastucourse@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 6:03 AM
Subject: VAASTU SHASTRA course after Shivratri at the Art of Living
International Center, Bangalore

Course dates: 23rd February 2012 to 29th February 2012 Pre-requisites are
not there for this course open to all (even a layman in Vaastu can also
attend this course).
Last date for receiving the registration is 15th February 2012.
Now you can register online itself through www.vvmvp.org, in three simple
steps:

1. Create a login.
2. Fill in details after logging in.
3. Pay through credit/debit card to register yourself !

Dear one,

The VAASTU SHASTRA course at the Art of Living International Center,
Bangalore:

The Art of Living presents an opportunity to learn and promote the divine
oriental science and art for a peaceful and harmonious living through Vaastu
Shastra. A 7-day course on Vaastu Shastra will be conducted at the Art of
Living international center in Bangalore, India, from February 23rd to 29th,
2012.
What is Vaastu Shastra? The science of energy, which deals with the
construction of houses, palaces, temples and towns is called Vaastu Shastra.
It reads the characteristics of houses/plots and explains the effect of the
same to the inmate of the house. This science is also based on the laws of
nature. Its theories offer us a way of understanding the relationship
between humans and their environment and about how everything is connected
and affects our well-being. In other words, Vaastu Shastra is the science of
building and essentially the art of balancing nature with manmade
environment and the correct placement of man in such a manner so as to get
the maximum benefits of the energy emanated by natural and man-made
environment. Constructed by 18 Divine Maharishis like Bhrugu, Atri and
Vasishtha, this science has a tradition of more than 10,000 years.
Role & Benefits of Vaastu Shastra Vaastu is the bridge between man and
nature. Everything is made up of basic five elements FIRE, WATER, EARTH,
SPACE, and AIR. If the residential and commercial buildings are constructed
without any regards to these elements then how will they give any benefits?
From each of the basic elements we get a strange precious gift due to
infinite powers of the universe and when the tenets of Vaastu Shastra are
followed, it brings you the '3 Ps' of life: Peace, Prosperity and Progress.
Vaastu is in a position to reduce the gravity of the problems faced by human
beings and industries through vibrations of the five great elements that
have anchored their roots in the body of human beings as well as the
external and internal building configurations.
Course Information The course will cover a wide range of topics right from
the philosophy of Vaastu Shastra to its planning and astrological relevance.
Topics like Origin and development of Scientific Indian Vaastu,Vaastu
concept and Characteristics,Selection of site, Various components of Vaastu
and so on with 4 practical sessions included. After completion of the
course, participants will have to submit answer papers following which they
will be awarded "Vaastu Visharad" certificate. This will qualify them to
make use of this ancient knowledge in their respective fields for personal
growth and development as a professional, as well as for the betterment of
the society at large.

About FacultyPandit Yashwant Narahar Maggirwar, is a renowned
International level vaastu and Jyotish scientist, ex-president of
Maharashtra Jyotish Parishad for last 18 years, 10 years field experience in
Vaastu. He is the Vice President for the Institution of Vastu Science
(Indore, MP, India).He is also a Member of the Academic Council and member
of the board of Studies of Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit Vishvavidyalaya,
Ramtek, Nagpur and Founder Governing council Member of All India Institution
of Vaastu Science (IVS). In 1995, he visited European countries for a period
more than 6 months on account of Vaastu Consultancy on an invitation from
Maharshi Mahesh Yogi , Netherlands.
Course Registration
The course is open to all including professionals like Architects, Civil
engineers, students of the above fields , Professionals related to
construction, Repeaters.There are limited seats and will be filled up on
first come first serve basis.
For further queries call Ramesh at +91-7396213019 or email
"vaastucourse@gmail.com".

You can register online:- www.vvmvp.org

Check-in: After 12 noon on 22nd February , 2012.
Course dates: 23rd February 2012 to 29th February 2012
Check-out: Any time after 12 noon on 1st March 2012

Last date for receiving the registration is 15th February 2012.

Jai Gurudev
Vaastu Team.
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From: Art of Living European Center <info@artofliving.de>
Date: Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 2:50 PM
Subject: Easter Special 10 day Silence Course in Bad Antogast from March
31st to April 9th , 2012

Easter Special 10 day Silence Course in Bad Antogast from March 31st to
April 9th , 2012

This Easter you can enjoy a very special 10 day Silence Course with the one
and only Christopher Kiran Byrt in Bad Antogast.

Make the journey from head to heart in the beauty of springtime in the Black
Forest with a teacher whose humor and wisdom will make the course an
unforgettable experience. Healthy delicious food, morning yoga, singing,
dancing and the magical experience of inner silence. The course is designed
in a way to give you a deep, long lasting experience of inner silence.

To enroll in this course which starts on March 31st at 7.30 p.m. and
finishes at 1 p.m. on the April 9th you must have done three Art of Silence
(Part 2 or Part 3) courses. For more details and to reserve your place call
0049780497390 or email info@artofliving.de
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From: Rekha Singh <rekhasingh@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 10:20 AM
Subject: ART Excel in Oaks, PA - Feb 17th - 20th

If a child is equipped with techniques to let go negative emotions
regularly, he/she grows up as a strong individual. Please forward this
information to other parents.

"The true measure of success is a happy, healthy, well-adjusted child that
is able to deal effectively with life's challenges" - Sri Sri Simple yet
powerful breathing techniques help children gain this ability. In the
ARTExcel course, children are taught how to skillfully let go negative
emotions, something which they don't get to learn at home or school.

Results include : improved physical and emotional state, increased self
esteem, ability to handle peer pressure and enhanced learning skills.

The ART Excel ( All Round Training in Excellence ) Course - Feb 17th -
20th
Venue : Green Tree Church of the Brethren.
Address: 1078 Egypt Rd. Oaks. Pennsylvania - 19456

Find more info here - http://www.artofliving.org/us-en/art-excel

A video about ARTExcel -
http://www.youtube.com/artoflivingtv#p/search/0/ZwGuvUZUISQ

For questions please contact : Rekha - 610 765 1237 /
rekha.singh@artofliving.org

To register online:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=10958

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From: <info@srisriayurveda.ca>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 7:41 AM
Subject: Technician Training announcement

April 12th, 2012 could be the beginning of your new career ?

Ayurveda is growing fast in popularity as a viable holistic health practice
offering proven restorative and preventive means to maintain a long and
healthy life. SRI SRI AYURVEDA wishes to invite to you be a part of this
holistic movement that is revolutionizing the way we look at health through
its in-depth TECHNICIAN TRAINING!

This training course will prepare you to work as a technician on your own or
at any Sri Sri Ayurveda Centre. More than simply performing the treatments
and massages, technicians are trained to recognize basic constitutional
types, to teach self-care routines and run their own Ayurvedic practice. In
this program, appropriate attention is given to the spiritual aspect of
Ayurveda by including the practices of the Art of Living course. This will
give you an edge in that it strengthens intuition and ability to withstand
stress as well as a desire to serve your community.

Located in the Canadian Ashram, The Sri Sri Ayurveda Institute for Education
and Wellness offers 3 different modes of learning:
1.Accelerated learning 1 and 2 (2 weeks each + supervised practicum)
2.Internship 1 (4 month)
3.Internship 2 (7 month)

Next TECHNICIAN TRAINING : April 12-28, 2012.

For more information on the course and internships or for registration,
please contact us at (819)532 2613 / info@srisriayurveda.ca

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 5:53 AM
Subject: Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri... When we violate the laws of nature
then we suffer

When we violate the laws of nature then we suffer

February 01, 2012

(Below is the transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar)

Q: What is the significance of Arghya (offering water to the sun)?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Water is symbol of love. In fact, in Sanskrit, it is
synonymous to love.
'Apa' means water and it also means love. That is why, someone very close to
you, what do you call them? Apta - means very dear. Apa and Apta are very
close.
So, giving water is not important, feeling the connection with the sun is
important.
What people used to do was they used to hold water in their hands and let
the water leak out of the hand slowly, and for that much time they used to
do sun gazing. You look at the sun, gaze and allow the water to seep down.
So you need to know timings - It will take a couple of minutes, maybe two or
three minutes for the water to leak out. Till that time, you gaze at the sun
and let the water leak out and you will see that your body gets energized.
That was the technique behind it. Not just giving water to the sun like
that, it will not work.

Q: Guruji, you had said that this universe was created by the union of
Prakriti (nature) and Paramatma (Supreme Being/God). So going back to the
Paramatma, who is Poorna Anand (supreme and absolute bliss) how did this
sankalpa (thought/intention) arise in Him?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, it is there in the Upanishads that earlier there
was only Paramatma and He felt that He was alone, and He wanted to become
many, so He became many. The intention happened on its own 'ekoham
bahusyama'.
Sankalpa is not a deviation. It is not considered as a deviation. When a
seeker (sadhak) transcends from the small mind to the Big Mind, then he
considers sankalpa as a hindrance. But from the point of view of the Big
Mind, it is a step to go further. So if you think why did sankalpa arise in
the Paramatma, He should remain unwavering (nirvikalpa) - this is not so.
Sankalpa is also Paramatma, nirvikalpa is also Him and vikalpa is also Him.
Like in an ocean, waves arise on their own, in Paramatma, a thought arose to
become many, so He became many. Different types of nature, different types
of people and different types of intelligence were created.
Day before yesterday, I was watching a National Geographic documentary on
the creation of Earth. It said that about 400 billion years ago, there was
only gas. Gas started spinning and fire erupted. Then from fire, water arose
and then the Earth was formed.
I suddenly realized, 'Oh this has been said in the Vedas! What new have they
said?
In our Vedic knowledge, it is said in the form of shloka - In the space,
first there was air, from the air fire arose, from fire water, and from
water earth was created. The idea behind giving water to fire is that we go
back to ourselves. From water to fire, fire to air and then, we do pranayama
after giving arghya to the sun - we go to the air element. From the air we
go to the space and then sit in meditation.
All these are different types of stories; examining them more deeply reveals
something new.

Q: It is said that we should not keep the photographs of our deceased
parents along with the pictures of the gods and goddesses whom we worship.
Some people also say that we should not even hang the photographs of
deceased parents on the walls of our home. Is it true?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: No, there is no problem with it. You can keep the
photographs of your departed parents along with the pictures of god, it is
fine. If it is a sanyasi, even his picture can be placed with that of God,
even when he is alive. If he is leading a grihastha (married) life, then we
do not keep his photograph, such is the practice.

Q: Guruji, please explain the reason for suffering?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Okay, suppose I tell you, you should eat five masala
dosa tonight, what will happen to you? Suppose you are force fed five masala
dosa or 20 pooris, what will happen to you?
First of all, you will suffer. Tonight you cannot sleep, right? It will
create headache, stomach ache and then all types of aches.
Firstly, when we violate the laws of nature, then we suffer. Second,
ignorance - if you don't know what you are eating and you eat some wrong
things, then also you will suffer, right? Third is, if you have violated
some laws at some time in the past, in the previous life, that also can
bring some karma. So karmaja, agyanaja, and pragyaparadh; three things bring
suffering. How to remove the ignorance? Through knowledge and understanding;
Asking questions like you are doing.

Q: How to forgive truly?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Truly? Is there any false forgiveness?
I don't know false forgiveness. I know only true forgiveness. Forgive means
forgive, that's it. Gone is gone, people did mistakes, finished. Move on.
You know why something comes back is because of your attachment to some
pleasure. That is not the other's mistake. Suppose you had some pleasure,
someone had given you some pleasure, and then they have cheated you or they
did a mistake, you can forgive that mistake, but what comes back is your
craving for pleasure. When you see that it is just an illusion, you become
more centered.

Q: What is special in 2012?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: You know for us every day is special, every year is
special. According to the Hindu calendar, the next year is called 'nanda'.
'Nanda' means happiness. The year of 'Ananda'.
The past year which ends on March 23rd, is called 'khara'. 'Khara' means for
sure, certainty. Before that, it was the year of uncertainty and this year
is of certainty, surety. Next year is happiness.

Q: Does the soul experience happiness and sorrow, or the mind experiences
it?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Only the mind experiences. All the experiences are of
the mind. The experience of the soul is also at the level of the mind. When
the mind is calm, then the soul is experienced. The soul is an embodiment of
joy.
Mind experiences sorrow. When the mind dissolves, then joy is experienced.

Q: Where is the boundary for the mind and soul? Until where is the mind,
from where does the soul start?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Like there are waves and the ocean. Just as there are
waves in the ocean, mind is in the soul. So the mind is not a different
entity. It is the wave of the ocean. It comes up a little bit and then calms
down, again comes up and then calms down.

Q: Guruji, why do some people have to suffer throughout their life? Some
people are born in slum areas and keep suffering, whereas some are born in
good homes and lead a comfortable, happy life? I want to know. I see others,
as well as myself, suffering.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Are you suffering? Tell me if it is your suffering or
others' suffering.
Ans - I am suffering too.
You too? But you are smiling! Looking at your face, it doesn't seem that you
are in great suffering!
Only this is needed! When you are doing sadhana, don't you see a smile on
your face? You smile in difficult times also, that is life.
Every difficulty comes to go away. It goes as soon as it comes. No problem
stays forever. It comes and goes.

Q: Guruji, is there rebirth?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Absolutely!

Q: Guruji, what should I do to become your favorite disciple?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Just keep doing whatever you are doing, you are
already my favorite! Do seva, sadhana, keep coming to satsang, become a
teacher. Do good to others.
My disciple itself means my favorite. There is nothing like favorite
disciple and non-favorite disciple, okay?

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Feb 4 2012

2012-02-05T09:57:00.001-08:00

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Topics

1. Advanced Course with Guruji in Delhi-NCR - Register NOW!

2. Blessing Course for the first time in UK

3. Update on New Boone Facility & Home

4. Sri Sri Yoga Level 2 First Time in Mumbai

5. Devi puja

6. Post Shivratri @ Ashram, Anandji's mega DSN @ Bangalore- Bellandur - From
23rd feb(thu) !!!
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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 3:00 AM
Subject: Advanced Course with Guruji in Delhi-NCR - Register NOW!

T h e W a i t I s O v e r ! ! !

We are so Blessed!

Advanced Course (Art of Living Part 2)

In the divine presence of

Poojya Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji

In Delhi-NCR

23 -26 February 2012

Now, let's not wait to fill up our Form to do the Advanced Course with
Guruji.
We get to spend 4 days with Him in Delhi-NCR and we don't have to go far
off.

Also, attend Devi Puja on 24th (6pm) and Mahasatsang on 26th (6pm).

For Registration, Immediately get in touch with your Teachers, Area
Coordinators, Puja Coordinator, Finance Facilitator, Volunteer Coordinator,
or any Organiser/ Volunteer.

Venue: Japanese Park, Rohini
Contribution: Rs. 4,000/-
Accommodation: on request, at extra

Pass on this divine message to one and all...
Come in large groups from your areas.

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From: Suresh Krisshna <sureshkrisshna@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 4, 2012 at 9:47 AM
Subject: Blessing Course for the first time in UK

Blessings course in UK for the first time with Tanuja Limaye. Tanuja Limaye
is one of the most senior teachers in Art of Living. She has been teaching
AOL courses for over 18 years and has taught extensively in US, South
America, Australia and South East Asia.

The Blessings Course offers an experience of abundance, contentment, and
fulfilment. These qualities are natural to all of us; through unique
processes and guided meditations, the course brings them to the forefront of
our experience. Fulfilment is a beautiful quality of consciousness. It gives
one the ability to bless and be an instrument of healing. The blessings that
you offer can change a person's life. Many people have reported miraculous
experiences and why not you become one of those blessers and help other
around the world. You should have completed two part 2/3 courses to apply
for the Blessings Course.

Course Timings:
March 15th Thursday from 6.30Pm - 10.00Pm 16th & 17th Friday & Saturday -
6.59Am - 10.00Pm 18th Sunday - 6.59Am - 4.00Pm

For UK Participant to register please visit the below links and for overseas
participants please contact the below contacts.

http://artoflivinglondon.org/ ePayments/home.php?id=104 - Non Residential
http://artoflivinglondon.org/ ePayments/home.php?id=106 - 2 Sharing
http://artoflivinglondon.org/ ePayments/home.php?id=107 - Individual

If you have any other queries please contact Prashant Manral -
prashantmanral@gmail.com Suresh Krisshna - sureshkrisshna@gmail.com

We look forward welcoming you on the course

Love and Blessings
Suresh Krisshna
On Behalf of the blessings course team UK

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From: James & Lynn (Yogadhi & Rama) Weldon <jamesweldon@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 4, 2012 at 7:50 AM
Subject: Update on New Boone Facility & Home

Dear Friends, we Just closed on on our new home by the New Boone NC Art of
Living Center. Here is an updte on that project:
Rarely does an opportunity come by to make a lasting impact on the world -
both now and for generations to come.

As most of you are aware, the Art of Living Foundation took possession of a
beautiful mountaintop facility consisting of 17 apartment buildings, two
meditation halls, two dining halls, four huge classrooms, and a warehouse
building in late October. Many of the buildings on the facility were left
unused for several years leading to major damage. As we spend more time on
the property, we are realizing that the expenses are much more than we had
anticipated. This is mainly because of a very large number of frozen pipes
in the heating system, plumbing system and sprinkler system.

The current estimate for getting the facility operational is in the range of
$2 - $2.5 Million. A daunting task lies ahead of us. This can only be
completed with Sri Sri Ravi Shankars blessings and all our active support
and participation - both by contributing funds and our time.

The pressing need of the time is to get the facility ready to host the Grand
Opening July Full Moon Guru Purnima Celebrations this summer. They launched
a capital campaign in late December with the goal of raising $2 Million for
the restoration of our facilities. To date, they have raised $128,000 from
around the country. This is about 5% of the total requirement.
Projects completed so far:

The small meditation hall and the small dinning hall have been renovated and
are being used for courses Two apartment buildings have been renovated and
furnished and are being used to house course participants and volunteers
Heating and plumbing have been restored in another apartment building with
42 rooms; sprinkler system and fire alarm system are being repaired now
Roads have been widened and culverts repaired to comply with the Fire Code
Office space and warehouse have been renovated Temporary repairs have been
done both on the large meditation hall and the large dinning hall to stop
further damage Design of parking lots and retaining wall are being completed

Partial listing of ongoing projects that require your support:

Renovation and furnishing of one sleeping room: $2,000 each (there are at
least 250 rooms to renovate) Construction of a parking facility: $350/spot
(we need at least 400 spots) Floor coverings for each class room: $6,000
(Four class rooms) Furnace/hot water heaters for buildings: $10,000 plus
$6,500 for installation (Need at least 14 sets for different buildings)
Large Meditation Hall $375,000 Large Dining Hall $345,000 Repair and
restoration of lodge buildings on Rock Cliff Road, there are 5 buildings:
$120,000 each building (total $600,000)

Sri Sri's vision is to make this ashram a beacon of knowledge and human
values. A place where people can come to find inner peace and joy. Come, let
us all join hands in making this vision a reality.

Donate Generously (Here is the link)
We also have some work to do on our new home on Boone. Our good friends
David and Lisa Longnecker have just moved there into the home and will help
on that smaller project.
Jai Guru Dev!

Lynn & James Weldon - Rama & Yogadhi

jamesweldon@yahoo.com (303) 956-5570

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From: Divyesh Vala <divyeshjgd@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 11:51 AM
Subject: Sri Sri Yoga Level 2 First Time in Mumbai

Dear Maliniji,

Let spread the word together. please spread to all maharashtra teachers. we
need your support for the same.
Venue: 7th flr,Panchratna Building hall, Charni Road, Mumbai
Dates: 6th to 12th Feb 2012

7 Days full time course. Monday to Sunday.

Time: 6am to 8pm.

Limited Seats. Hurry! Book your seat now.

Donation :3500Rs. (For Sri Sri Yoga Level I Graduates)
3850Rs. (For Those who have not done Sri Sri Yoga level I)

Prerequisites: Part 1/YES+

Registration: (For Indian nationals participants only)
First come first serve basis

Cash / DD (Demand Draft) in the name of "VVKI" Payable at Mumbai only.

Last date for registration 31st Jan,2012.
Jai Gurudev,

Feel free to contact/call on,

Email : daksha.daftari@vvki.net

Mobile : +91 9223404992 / 9820060366

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 8:13 AM
Subject: Devi puja

This year Chaitra / Vasanta Navratra will begins from 23rd March 2012 (Year
of Transformation) and exactly a month before we all Delhities are blessed
with a DIVINE presence of our beloved Guruji for his multi cuisine blessings
in the form of Advance Course, Devi Pooja and Maha Satsang.

The Sankalpa form is attached herewith as an easy access for you and book an
appropriate SANKALPA for you and the Advance course form will be circulated
shortly. The scheduled is as below.

ADVANCE COURSE With Guruji

23rd Feb ~ 26th Feb 2012

Today what our world needs is not intelligence. There is enough intelligence
in every country. What the world is missing is innocence.
The value of innocence is being destroyed. And that innocence is
egolessness. That what is needed today... INNOCENCE... Sri Sri.

Devi Pooja

"SHAKTI KI BHAKTI AUR GYAN KA SANGAM"

24th Feb 2012

(Open for All, Sankalpa Form is Attached)

TIME: 6 PM ONWARDS

VENUE: JAPANESE PARK, SECTOR 10, ROHINI, NORTH DELHI

Maha Satsang
26th Feb 2012
(Open for All)
TIME: 6 TO 9 PM
VENUE: JAPANESE PARK, SECTOR 10, ROHINI, NORTH DELHI

For Any Query on DEVI PUJA SANKALPA And Other Relevant information.

PL. CONTACT @ 9654500804 / 9654500808

EMAIL: contact@devipuja.com

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From: Ranjeesh Kadhalikkattil <Ranjeesh_K@infosys.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 8:19 PM
Subject: Post Shivratri @ Ashram, Anandji's mega DSN @ Bangalore- Bellandur
- From 23rd feb(thu) !!!

Time to recharge yourself during the most satvic period .. with DSN ..

For those who are travelling to ashram , this starts after the Shivratri
Part 2 @ Ashram . DONT LEAVE without attending the BIG BANG DSN & Go back as
a LION !!!

Part1 will help you to lead a peaceful life, DSN is for leading a powerful
life !!!
Neither DSN nor Anandji/Ramprasadji need any introduction, Anandji's DSNs
are very Popular in Europe, US, Middle East & India .
But for newbies, To get a feel , check out
http://www.anandji.net/videos.html

Dates : 23rd feb (Thu) 4:45 PM till 26th feb (Sun) evening

Venue : Bellandur / Sarjapur Outer Ring Road ( between HSR / marathalli )

Few lines About last year DSN @ Bellandur (Bangalore) ,

- Participants from 8 Countries !!!

- 4 DSN Teachers from 3 countries !!!

- 230 Participants !!!

- High tech venue @ Country club Bellandur !!!

Finetune your leadership skills , Learn on working with people & managing
challenging situations with a YES!!!! Attitude

Accomodation could be available, on request . NOT on spot .

Call NOW (or never) to register +91 97312 77995 / 98866 46277

With Thanks & Regards
Ranjeesh K Ramakrishnan

Senior Project Manager

MFGIMS Oracle DBA Services

Infosys Technologies - Bangalore

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 31 2012

2012-02-01T19:53:00.001-08:00

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Topics

1. Volunteer Training/ PreTTC in DC, February 23-26

2. LIVING WELL WORKSHOP

3. Haridwar, Shivratri special Advance Meditation Course 16th Feb to 19th
Feb 2012

4. First ever Devi Puja in Delhi NCR with Guruji and Mahasatsang hosted by
North Delhi

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From: Pramoda Battina <pramodajgd@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 9:48 AM
Subject: Volunteer Training/ PreTTC in DC, February 23-26

We are excited to announce a new course offering being taught for the first
time this February at the DC center. The course is designed to greatly
enhance and develop leadership qualities, teamwork, public speaking and
event organizing skills.

Course Name : Volunteer Training, Pre-TTC Program
Duration: 3.5 days
Objective: Learn the tools and get trained to help share this precious
knowledge

Brief note about the course:
This is an intensive program to empower individuals with the knowledge and
confidence to organize, lead & facilitate Introductory Workshops for the Art
of Living. Graduates will be qualified to teach Bhastrika and alternate
nostril breathing (Nadi-Shodana), to lead the Panchakosha meditation.

Prerequisites to attend Pre-TTC: There are very few prerequisites, most of
you will qualify.

. Attended atleast 1 Art of Living / Yesplus course . Attended atleast 1
Art of Meditation course (Sahaj Samadhi) . Attended atleast 1 Art of Silence
course . Atleast 20 years old

Course details

Date: Feb 23 to Feb 26, 2012
Time: Feb 23rd - 6:00 pm to 9:00pm,

Feb 24th and 25th - 7:00am to 9:00pm and

Feb 26th - 7:00am to 6:00pm
Course fee: $350.00 ($275 + $75 for expenses)
Location: DC Center
Note: Although this course is non-residential, participant's can choose to
stay at the DC Center at no additional cost.

You may also be interested to know that starting this year, Volunteer
Training, Pre-TTC and DSN will be pre-requisites to TTC (Teacher Training
Course to become an Art of Living or Yes+ teacher)

Registration process:

Interested participants have to fill out the application form and email it
to Pramoda at pramoda.battina@artofliving.org.
Recommending teacher will also email their recommendation form to Pramoda.
Both forms have to be submitted no later than Feb 8, 2012. Soon after which,
all participants selected for this course will be sent a link to register
online.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact

Pramoda at pramoda.battina@artofliving.org or 703-582-4432 or Ashish at
ashish.shah@artofliving.org or 202-714-1512

Jai Guru Dev!
DC Center Team

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From: Belinda Vaz <belindavaz@rediffmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 2:17 AM
Subject: LIVING WELL WORKSHOP

The "LIVING WELL" Workshop is an Art of Living Programme specially designed
for patients with DIABETES, HYPERTENSION, and other lifestyle diseases.

It has been designed in partnership with DRFHE (Dr Reddy's Foundation for
Health Education)

The 7 day workshop spread over 18-20 hrs, helps patients manage their
chronic condition through a self management support system. The combination
of powerful motivation, in depth knowledge of the cause and psychological
effects along with the Sudarshan kriya and Pranayam is what makes the Course
effective.

Sudarshan kriya, medical videos and presentations specific to the diseases
form the base of the Course. Patients are motivated to change their
lifestyle. Patients are equipped to face the social and psychological
challenges faced by them.

It is open to those who have not done the Part 1 Art of Living Course, as
well as those who have.

Course Dates : 13th -19th Feb 2012 at Times of India Bldg, Near CST
Station, VT. 6pm - 9.30pm. Call Dr Winnie 9870569690 / Dr Suyog 9869029559
to register.

Also, at Bandra, 13th - 19th Feb 2012, 12 noon to 3.30pm at Pali Hill
Railway colony, Off Carter Rd, Bandra W. Call Dr Shraddha 9819044809 / Dr
Anita 9820125585 to register.

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From: T S Kainth (AOL)
Subject: Haridwar, Shivratri special Advance Meditation Course 16th Feb to
19th Feb 2012

The Art Of Silence

( Advance Meditation Course 16th Feb to 19th Feb 2012 )

"DIVE DEEP WITH-IN YOURSELF"

NOT TO MISS OPPORTUNITY.................After a Long long Time......finally
it is HERE

Advance Course on the holy bank of Maa "GANGA"....In HARI-KA- DWAR.
"Haridwar"....On auspicios occasion of MAHASHIVRATRI

4 days of relaxing meditation sessions, amazing yoga and
super saatvik food, a lovely venue on the banks of Ganga , cosy rooms with
hot water. Stimulate your SOUL through deep Meditation , & learn the Art
Of Silence

Feel refreshed rejuvenated and nourish your body , mind and soul. Learn
instant blending of knowledge with wisdom. The course is so designed that
you will go back to your normal activities with lot of extra energy,
greater clarity & total peace of mind.

Course donation .

Rs.4000= Twin sharing

Rs.3500= 3--4 sharing

Limited seats.

For any assistance feel free to call
core coordinators
Anuj -8979242298 , Alok-9719004240

With warm welcome to Haridwar for
Spiritual journey of self
Tejinder Singh Kainth
(Incharge Art Of Living Chapter Haridwar)

9411111589 , 9837811340

Mail id. tskainth@bhelhwr.co.in

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 1:13 AM
Subject: First ever Devi Puja in Delhi NCR with Guruji and Mahasatsang
hosted by North Delhi

Mahasatsang with Our DEAREST POOJYA GURUDEV is one opportunity, we all want
to be a part of and also an opportunity for all of us, as teachers to bring
more and more people in HIS Divine Presence.

Worshipping the 'DEVI' is an ancient vedic tradition in India. She is the
supreme power of manifestation. Her presence permeates the entire universe,
manifest and unmanifest. Devi is also the great power of transformation,
which hastens our inner evolution in order to merge with the supreme
universal consciousness. Through her one returns to the source. This Puja is
also for invoking the Mother Divine's blessing for betterment of individual
and society.

We would like to invite YOU and all your loved ones for MAHASATSANG and DEVI
PUJA to be held in February at Japanese Park, Sector-11, Rohini, Delhi

Devi Puja
Mahasatsang
Friday 24 Feb 2012 at 6:00 pm
Sunday 26 Feb 2012 at 6:00 pm

For Puja Sankalpa and any other queries, please contact: 9654500804,
9654500808

Warm Regards,
The Art of Living North Delhi family

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Topics

1. An Outstanding experience of Wake Up & Shake Up with SHRI MAHEISH GIRRI
JI at Navi Mumbai

2. Sri Sri's Knowldge Sheet...Intuition means that which simply comes up
beyond reason

3. Technician Training announcement

4. Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri.... Our lives should be rhythmic and
harmonious

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From: Balasubramaniam M <bala08.m@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 6:34 AM
Subject: An Outstanding experience of Wake Up & Shake Up with SHRI MAHEISH
GIRRI JI at Navi Mumbai

An Outstanding experience of Wake Up & Shake Up with SHRI MAHEISH GIRRI JI
at Navi Mumbai

This Republic Day 26th January 2012, we saw an outstanding Wake Up & Shake
Up with our dear Maheish Girri ji with more than 1500 participants. Dashing
personality and a smashing presentation, had a massive impact overall!
Beyond our expectations! As Poojya Gurudev says, "The one who is awakened,
can only wake up others" came to our realization..He is a dynamite
containing Guruji's love, knowledge, joy and valor. So wherever he explodes,
the explosion is of pure Love, Joy & Dynamism! He is a great appetizer for
the masses and the classes. He peps up the appetite for seva, sadhana &
satsang. He is a wonderful gift of Guruji to the world.

January 26, 2012 - a red letter day in the history of Art of Living, Navi
Mumbai - At the closing ceremony of 5 hr long training program for
volunteers & teachers, 1500 people rocked to the tune of Maa Tujhe Salaam
with Shri Maheish Girriji.....here's the first of two videos - watch it &
feel the vibes!

http://youtu.be/GP1u4vTOwec

The second video - watch 1500 people drop all their botherations, worries,
tensions and dance their hearts out to the tune of music, one aspect of our
lives that binds many of us together..

http://youtu.be/otchnG0Yf-k

People of AOL Navi Mumbai who have undergone this Wake Up & Shake Up with
Maheish Girri ji felt we have found a mentor amongst us, an inspiration who
has his life's goal to remind people - people just like you and me.that the
power to change anything lies sleeping within us..and head & heart says in
unison - yes!

Our enthuse volunteers and entire team alike is ready, woken up & shrugging
off the inner slumber. Ready to break the barriers of inertia to achieve
unparalleled outcome. Yes! With a big Yes in unison, we are now heading
towards our greater challenge, Mega Part I Course with Maheish Girri ji at
Navi Mumbai

http://youtu.be/GP1u4vTOwec

The second video - watch 1500 people drop all their botherations, worries,
tensions and dance their hearts out to the tune of music, one aspect of our
lives that binds many of us together..

http://youtu.be/otchnG0Yf-k

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 5:41 AM
Subject: Sri Sri's Knowldge Sheet...Intuition means that which simply comes
up beyond reason

Intuition means that which simply comes up beyond reason

January 09, 2012

(Below is the transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar)

Q: Dear Guruji, I find it difficult to be natural with everyone. You have
said we are closer to the Divine when we are natural. How can I be natural?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: What makes you unnatural is the fear that somebody may
criticize you.
Someone may think you are a fool. Why don't you act like a fool for half a
day? Then you will see that all the fear will disappear. Fear of committing
mistakes makes you unnatural. Just see, it is okay to commit mistakes. If
they are not big blunders, mistakes are okay. You should be afraid of
committing blunders, but not small mistakes.

Q: Guruji, many times I promise you that I will never repeat the same
mistake. I repeat it again, and I get very upset and I feel very bad after
that.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: That is good. It is good to feel that pinch.
Once, twice, thrice or four times it happens, then the tenth time at least
you will be aware of it and you will move away from it. Don't worry, it is
good to have that pinch, and keep promising me.

Q: Can going deep in sadhana and making people meditate take care of the
problems of today's world, of corruption and terrorism? Or do we need to
make an effort on the physical level as well?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Both! We need to make effort on the physical level and
with the inner and spiritual strength. Both are essential.
They are like the eyes and ears when you are watching television. You need
to see and you need to hear as well.

Q: Guruji, you said accept everybody and don't leave them, just because they
are not like you. But you have also said, if the company is affecting you,
you can take yourself away from that company. Please throw some light as it
seems like a contradiction.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, life is full of contradictions, and all the
instructions will be contradictory. That is why it is the truth. That is
where vivek (discrimination) is essential. You have to balance, see when,
where, what!

Q: Dear Guruji, how to honor the Gunas and not indulge in them? Sometimes
one is unable to resist the grip of indulgence. How to overcome this?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: The mind having an intention not to commit a mistake
is like having a brake in the car. You are going somewhere and if there is a
hand brake and it works well, then you put the brake anytime you want! And
if there is no brake at all, you will be prone to accidents.
Similarly, when the mind says, I don't want to do this or I shouldn't do
this, that is because it just promises joy but it doesn't really deliver and
gives pain.
Why something is bad? Because it gives pain to oneself and pain to someone
else. That is the reason something is said as bad. It gives short term
pleasure but long term pain to both you and to others.

Q: Guruji, when Krishna was there, the Gopas and Gopis were also there with
Krishna. My heart knows who Krishna is now, but are we the same Gopas and
Gopis?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: What if you are someone new. Why do you have to be the
same ones? Could be! You could be the same ones!
See, the knowledge is eternal and feelings are eternal too. Now don't tell
me, 'Guruji, you said feelings are temporary, they come and go!'
It is temporary too and it is eternal too!
Are you confused? Then my job is done.
Who said my job is to convince people? No! My job is to confuse you! And
every time you get confused, you go one step higher.

Q: There is a lot of confusion and lack of decision making even with small
things. Confusion is between the good as you said, but how do I make a
choice between the good.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: If I tell you something more, you will get even more
confused. You think your confusion is not enough? I don't want to add more.
Too much confusion becomes a problem too.
Be with your confusion and see where it leads you.
Check the greed in you. If you are too greedy, check the greed and the right
thing will fall on your lap.

Q: I read in one of the knowledge books that 'Fear is love standing upside
down.' Is love also fear standing upside down?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: If you look at it from the other side, if you are
upside down, then you will see it is upside down. Got it?

Q: Many festivals are celebrated in Nepal by animal sacrifices. Do we have
such practices mentioned in our sacred texts as well? How do we bring about
a shift?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Education! You have to educate people. Nowhere in the
scriptures does it say that you should kill an animal to please Gods and
Goddesses. No!
'Ahimsa paramo dharma'. You should not sacrifice any animal.
You know what has happened in the world amongst all the religions and
cultures? It has become like a mixture of sand and sugar. There are good
things, but there are other things which are not in the scriptures but have
been interpolated, or have come as a practice. And people think this is the
religion and this is the tradition. This is unfortunate. Such practices need
to be shunned and stopped.
You should educate people not to kill animals!
The scriptures have said, let go of your animalistic tendencies. Let go of
the inertia in you.
You know in Sanskrit many words have two different meanings. Like 'mahisha'
means inertia. It is not just buffalo.
A buffalo is also called buffalo because it is inert. If you honk the car,
it won't move. You have to get down from the car and push it. If you show a
stick, it doesn't move.
Cows are very sensitive, but buffalos are not that sensitive. So a buffalo
is also called mahisha.
So mahisha means the inertia should be killed inside you. Similarly, 'Aja'
does not just mean goat. It also means that which is neither born yesterday
or tomorrow. 'Ja' means born. So, there are deeper meanings in all this.
Usually 'Gau' means cow. The word cow comes from the Sanskrit root 'Gau'.
And 'Gau' also means knowledge, movement, attainment.
There are four meaning for 'Gau':
- Gyan (knowledge)
- Gaman (assimilation)
- Prapthi (attainment)
- Moksh (liberation)
Unfortunately the meanings have been distorted.

Q: Jai Gurudev, I don't understand the knowledge point which says, 'the best
work comes out when you work without any motive'.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, this is intuitive work or a sudden sprout of
thought. In intuition, you do not sit and calculate. Intuition means that
which simply comes up beyond reason.
Did you get it? You have seen when Archimedes was thinking and thinking, it
didn't work. But, when he relaxed, suddenly he got the Archimedes principle.
Like that, many scientists got something out of the sixth sense. That is
intuition and that needs to be developed. So don't' depend only on your five
senses or the intellect. Intuitive sense is also important. That is a
deeper, closer to the truth, reality. Otherwise you see your judgments are
often wrong.
How many of you find your judgments were wrong? You judged people and a
little later on you felt that is not the way it was. I thought something
else, there was something else. Isn't it? So, your intuition will not fail
you because it is coming from a deeper space.
If it is intuition and if it really comes!

Q: Guruji, for how long should a man make an effort to succeed. If after ten
years of effort, one has not achieved success, then what should one do?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, then you should change your strategy. If you have
strength, then try a little longer, for as long as possible. Use your entire
strength, and if it doesn't work out even then, then 'Haare ko Hari naam';
accept that it is not working out and move on. Relax!
For a sankalpa or an intention to manifest, effort will definitely be
needed, energy will be expended. However, the satisfaction that you get
after accomplishing the task was there even before the desire to do the
task; just remember this!
This sankalpa arose ten years back - were you happy before that or not? And
you will be happy afterwards also - this is what we need to keep in mind.
We should not think that we will be happy only after fulfillment of our
desires or sankalpa. Then the feverishness within us will subside. Once the
feverishness is at rest, whatever is to happen will happen. This does not
mean you should not work. One should apply effort, work, and relax.

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From: <info@srisriayurveda.ca>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 7:41 AM
Subject: Technician Training announcement

April 12th, 2012 could be the beginning of your new career ?

Next TECHNICIAN TRAINING : April 12-28, 2012.

For more information on the course and internships or for registration,
please contact us at (819)532 2613 / info@srisriayurveda.ca

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 2:05 AM
Subject: Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri.... Our lives should be rhythmic and
harmonious

Our lives should be rhythmic and harmonious

January 17, 2012

(Below is the transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.)

What a beautiful atmosphere to behold, isn't it! Taal Ninaad! The
relationship that the Art of Living enjoys with Solapur is very old. Thirty
years back, when I first thought of starting The Art of Living organization,
I was in two minds; whether to start this movement or not. I could foresee
that many people will benefit from this, but I was a little hesitant about
getting into all this. I felt, I didn't want to do anything, except meditate
and be immersed in the adoration of God.

Then I had to take a decision at the railway station of Hubli. On adjacent
platforms there were two trains, one heading towards Solapur and the other
towards Bangalore. Had I gone to Bangalore, I would have not started The Art
of Living organization. I would have remained in my company, doing
meditation and yoga. And taking the train to Solapur, it was certain that I
would have to lose all of this and do something.

So at the last moment, I was confused between Bangalore and Solapur. There
were four others with me. And they had never seen me in a state of confusion
like this before; whether to go or not go. But in that one moment, I had to
make up my mind and came to Solapur.

Since I came to Sholapur, this sequence of Satsangs started. Where ever I am
going, I can see people are so happy right now. Every tear that you are
shedding is so pure, that even the angels are longing for it. These are the
tears of love, joy, happiness and devotion.

The devotion for the Divine is not different to the devotion for the nation.
Integrity and commitment to one's duty, both, should go together. If we are
strong within, we can do our work well.

There needs to be a rhythm in life. If life goes out of rhythm and off-key
then it will lose its harmony. Life needs to be led in a rhythmic and
harmonious manner, this itself is knowledge. If devotion is the melody, then
knowledge is the rhythm. When to do what, how to do it, how much to do and
how much to refrain from doing, this wisdom is extremely essential in life.
We should change ourselves, taking our lives from discord to harmony. Our
lives should be rhythmic and harmonious, then you will see how much peace,
joy and happiness there is. A gloomy life means somewhere it went out of
rhythm; the harmony was lost somewhere.

That is why we have called this life an art. Isn't life an art? So, how
should we handle our mind? How to handle the Self, then how to handle the
family, and then how to handle the community?

I am very happy to know that the volunteers of Solapur have together done a
lot for the environment. I congratulate all of them. All of you came
together to clean a mossy pond that had been decaying for years, and look
how all the NGOs joined together with you. If one person or group starts a
work with commitment, then everyone joins in.

This is what we have to do; take our nation forward.
I have a dream, that is, to make our country the best (number one) in this
world. You will also have to see this dream with me.
Unless you also have the dream of making this nation and society strong,
until we free society of alcohol, caste differences and conflicts, we will
remain divided and weak.

Today, all of you will have to take an oath. You are caught, having come to
this Satsang, and all those who are watching this Satsang, you all will have
to take the pledge this very instant that, 'I will not even dare to look at
alcohol and I will not touch alcohol'. This is the first pledge we all have
to take.

The intoxication that you experience in the melody of this satsang cannot be
compared or equaled to a bottle of alcohol? Give up alcohol and addictions.
This is the very first pledge. The nation is being brought to ruins only on
account of this.

And the second thing is to imagine a violence-free, stress-free society. Our
brothers and sisters are engaged in violent tendencies and acts, bring them
here with love. We will make an effort to transform their minds. It happens.
Our effort should be in this direction. There must be some wound, some
trauma in their hearts. Let us apply ointment and bandage their wounds and
see how beautiful the person is from inside. This is necessary.

And we are divided based on caste, sect and religion, this needs to be
renounced. We have to give this up. We all belong to one race, the human
race. Solapur is the city of saints and enlightened persons. It has been the
birth place of so many great men and great saints.
Even here, so many saints are seated. You are being blessed by all of them.
They all say the same thing and have been saying it over the centuries,
'Abandon caste distinction and discrimination. We are all one.'

When we need to go to a good doctor, do we ask what their caste is. We
always want to go to the best doctor in the city, isn't it? And when we need
the service of a lawyer, then too we don't ask which caste that lawyer
belongs to. We go to the one who is most renowned and does the best work. It
is only during elections that we take caste along. This is wrong.
The government did a lot to perpetuate caste differences in society. They
have done nothing to eliminate it. This is one reason why our country is so
backward.

In politics also, do not think about your caste and community, forget it.
Pick a good person and vote for him. One whose eyes are damp with sympathy
for others, one whose heart aches for others, and one who is ready to
sacrifice; elect such an individual. Don't see if he belongs to your caste
or some other caste or religion. There are good people in every caste and
religion who want to work for the society. Such people should be chosen.
Never make caste a basis.

And whenever there is an election, it is our social responsibility and duty
that we have to definitely go and vote. What happens is we feel, 'Oh!
Everyone is corrupt; politics is corrupt, so why should we vote? It is
better to sit at home! Who will stand outside in the sun'? With this mindset
many people don't go and vote.

Many people go to vote in Solapur, this is an extremely aware city. Many
people go to vote in India. In America, only 20% go to cast their votes. At
least, it is a lot better in our country. Sixty, seventy, or even eighty per
cent of the people go to vote, for we are responsible people. India is a
country of responsible individuals. So, we should definitely go and vote.

And we should engage ourselves in a cleanliness drive.

There are four fields of work: first, we need to dispel ignorance and rid
ourselves of superstitions. We are holding on to various superstitions,
especially in the name of religion when it has nothing to do with it. Let us
remove superstitions and ignorance. We need to spread the knowledge of human
values (dharma). The lesson of 'dharma' is humanity; compassion and
commitment to responsibilities: all these must be instilled in us, and
allowed to blossom.

These qualities are there, present in everyone. Do not think, 'I do not have
these, I do not have honesty.' Honesty is there inside you. Just that an
effort should be made to bring this to light. Honesty is hidden somewhere.
It has been overshadowed by dishonesty.

That is why if all of us together take the pledge that neither will we take
bribes nor accept bribes. All those sitting here, who accept bribes; I
request them to give it up for just one year. And for my sake, don't accept
it for one year. Make this sacrifice for the nation. We will see after that.
If all those who take bribe, take this pledge that I won't accept it for one
year, and those who give bribes pledge that they will never give again, the
work will be done. This is necessary!

As we move forward, goodness should spread in the world, fragrance should
spread. If we all resolve to wipe every tear, there will be no bitter tears
in this country, only sweet tears, and tears of devotion, like what I saw
while coming here. The tears that I am seeing in the eyes of thousands of
people here, is what I want to see in the entire India.

So, first we need to dispel ignorance and then stand against injustice.
Wherever there is injustice, we are not going to tolerate it. In this
country, we keep tolerating atrocities in the name of forbearance, this
shouldn't happen. Now, standing up against atrocities doesn't mean getting
angry, burning vehicles, or damaging property. We think violent actions
against injustice will remove it, but this will not happen. An unjust act
can never erase another unjust act. We all need to stand together to bring
about a peaceful revolution against injustice. We will not tolerate
injustice.

And everyone should cooperate to remove scarcity. Laziness is eating into
our nation. Over the past few years, I have noticed, that we are becoming
lazier. Wherever I visit a village, the farmers complain that their children
don't want to do anything. They don't want to even enter the fields. This is
what they are saying.
Farming is sacred work. That is why, in our country, prior to any yagya
(ritualistic fire offering) or pooja, there is a practice to begin the pooja
with sowing of seeds. That is what we do in Navratri as well! One day prior
to the invocation of Mata (mother divine), seeds are sown. Only after the
seeds have sprouted, is the Mata invoked. Similarly, sowing of seeds is the
very first step in the ceremony of any yagya or pooja. This means, everyone
should sow seeds and grow grains. Something or the other, in your home
itself, you must start growing some vegetables. If we start growing
something in every home, we will be able to bring prosperity in this
country, in the home. Due to laziness, lack has increased, and we have to
remove this scarcity. It is our duty!

Then we should bring purity, there shouldn't be dirt. Wherever you see,
plastics, clothes, paper, etc. are thrown or the gutter is overflowing and
people just walk by without paying heed. Just as we keep our houses clean,
we should keep the surroundings clean as well. And just like there is
cleanliness outside, there should be cleanliness within. Don't taint your
mind, be happy and peaceful. It is for that these solutions have been
provided - do pranayama, do Kriya and do meditation.

We say that in the mind so much anger rises, or jealousy or envy comes up or
anything else, so for some time sit and do Kriya, pranayama and meditation
and see how your face and heart begin to glow.

And all your tasks will get done. 'Jo ichcha kariho manu maahi, prabhu
prataap kachhu durlabh naahin' - whatever you wish for, will be fulfilled by
God's Grace. God isn't in the sky somewhere; He is residing in our hearts.
And if we cleanse our hearts, then the Divine will-power will emerge from
within us. Whatever we want, will be done even before our desiring it. If
something doesn't happen immediately, then it may take some time for
manifestation of the Divine will, but it will be done, sooner or later. One
only needs to have patience.

There are seeds that sprout within two days of sowing, but If you sow mango
seeds, it takes two, four or ten years before it bears fruits. Similarly,
some sankalpas are fulfilled immediately, while others require patience and
time to manifest.

Today, I want to give you this assurance that if your sankalpa is
appropriate, for the welfare of the citizens and the Self, then it will
definitely manifest. And for this, what do we need to do? You need to
meditate in silence for short periods of time; do seva and think of the
nation.
In this nation, in every field, youth are needed. I see many youth sitting
here. Nowadays, people are saying that the youth prefer drums over tabla,
mridangam and pakhawaj. No! Look at this gathering: three thousand youths
are sitting and playing the instrument so joyfully here. India's culture is
unique and it is being valued in every nook and corner of the world.

The Art of Living has completed thirty years this year. If you go to the
last city of the north pole (Tromso) or the last city of the south pole,
there also you will find people practising pranayama, meditation, and
bhajans.

It was once a dream of our saints and sages: Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: the
world is one family. Today that dream has been realized.

The ex-mayor said that the pond could not have been cleaned even with ten
crore rupees, but the volunteers cleaned it up without incurring any
expense. Similarly, if you all in groups of fifteen or twenty volunteers
come together and get involved in a cleanliness drive, we can keep the
channels clean as well. This way cleanliness will reign in the city. We are
growing flowers and planting trees at various places, maintaining
cleanliness. We shouldn't think that it is the job of the government. It is
our duty. We will do it. When we work together in cooperation, then we will
witness a grand revolution in the country. Health deterioration will
decrease or cease, and the same way, our mind will also stay clean.

Corruption is a very big problem in this country. Corruption begins right
where the sense of belongingness ends. The purpose of spirituality is to
increase this sense of belongingness. 'None is a stranger to us, no one an
outsider'. With this feeling, if we take the sankalpa and step forward, we
can bring about a major transformation.

No doubt, we need a strong legislation. But if we create a situation where
the law doesn't need to do anything, then that would be wonderful! And this
cannot happen just by the efforts of the citizens. Politicians will also
need to delve into this devotion, knowledge and meditation. If they don't,
they will remain selfish and destroy this nation. Only those who engage in
social service selflessly can take the nation forward. Therefore,
spirituality is the foundation of life. We have forgotten this and that is
why we face all sorts of problems.

Turning to the musicians Guruji says: You must play the tabla such that the
darkness is dispelled. One dark cloud, we believe, is enveloping the society
and the other, the mind. When the mind is negative, it goes into depression.
One doesn't want to do anything. One develops the feeling that everything is
wrong, nothing is okay. No one knows where we are going. It starts thinking
in a negative direction and is always crowded by negative thoughts. So play
the tabla, the dholak and the damru. Lord Shiva holds a damru in his hands.
It is symbolic that through its reverberations, the depressed state of mind
begins to get uplifted once again.

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Topics

1. Silence Retreat

2. Announcing the Art of Silence Course in San Diego, March 8th-12th, 2012

3. Art Of Living Part-I course in Chatwani Hall ,Andheri

4. YOGATHON 2012

5. Being Natural - thru meditation

6. LIVING WELL WORKSHOP

7. 7 DAY INTENSIVE PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN VASAD [BARODA]

8. Art of Silence Course - Intensive with Philip Fraser

9. Invitation from Gurudev to spend time with Him!

10. Shivratri special - Art of Silence @ Sri Sri Ashram

11. IWC in Bangalore Ashram

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From: Art of Living North American Ashram <artdevivre@artofliving.org>
Date: Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 11:08 AM
Subject: Silence retreat

International Art of Living Centre Canada March 9th to 18th

This course allows you to take 8 full days of silence in the stillness and
tranquility of your Ashram home.

This extended silence course is an opportunity that is offered only twice a
year. If you would like to join us register at
http://center.artofliving.ca/silence-retreat

"This course was a deep experience of dissolving into the Self."

Your Ashram Team

artdevivre@artofliving.org

819-532-3327

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From: Srivatsan Thiruvengadam <tsrivatsan@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 7:56 AM
Subject: Announcing the Art of Silence Course in San Diego, March 8th-12th,
2012

The San Diego Art of Living family is happy to announce the first Art of
Silence Course of 2012 at the San Diego Art of Living Center with Dr. Bharti
Verma, one of the senior-most Art of Living teachers in North America & the
Vice-President of the Art of Living Foundation Canada.

The course begins on March 8th (at 6:30PM), and will conclude on March 11th
(at 5PM).

For those who don't know or may have forgotten, Bhartiji taught the Silence
course last May during the Memorial Day weekend, and what a course it was...
with close to 50 people attending and the amazing saadhana experienced by
all the attendees, capped off with some of the most delicious food prepared
by our very own San Diego sevaks. : )

Considering that Bhartiji is coming to San Diego after almost a year and
with this being the first Silence Course of the year here in San Diego, we
expect this AOS course to fill-up very fast, and so we want to give you a
heads up way ahead, so that you can register and make use of the "really
early" bird :) discounts, and also plan your calendars around it. Click HERE
to register.

The "really early" bird discount offers a $100 discount on the course fee
(plus an additional $20 discount on local expenses) till Feb 8, 2012 or for
the first 10 registrations, whichever occurs first.

For any questions please contact Sri at 858-405-7625 or email
sandiego@us.artofliving.org.

Lastly, we leave you with some visual memories from the Art of Silence
Course with Bhartiji at the Center over the Memorial Day weekend 2011.
Enjoy! https://picasaweb.google.com/priyamsingh81/ArtOfSilence2011

--
Warm regards,
Art of Living San Diego
Creating a Stress-Free, Violence-Free Society sandiego@us.artofliving.org |
866.626.5373 www.artoflivingsd.org

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 6:20 PM
Subject: Art Of Living Part-I course in Chatwani Hall ,Andheri

Nature is replete with various rhythms and cycles - day follows night, night
follows day, seasons come and go. Similarly, there are biological rhythms to
our bodies, minds and emotions. When these rhythms are in sync, we feel a
sense of harmony and well-being. When stress or illness throws them out of
order, we experience discomfort and discontent and feel upset and unhappy.

The Sudarshan Kriya incorporates specific natural rhythms of breath which
harmonize the rhythms of the body and emotions and bring them in tune with
the rhythms of nature. The breath connects the body and mind. Just as
emotions affect our patterns of breathing, we can bring about changes in our
mental and behavioral patterns by altering the rhythms of our breath. It
flushes our anger, anxiety and worry; leaving the mind completely relaxed
and energized.

This single technique has benefited thousands of people across all walks of
life - corporate executives, trauma affected, underprivileged, children and
homemakers.

Art of Living Part-I course:

Date: 6th-11th Feb,2012

Time: 2 Batches :

MORN BATCH-6:00-9:00 am EVEN BATCH -7:00-10:00 pm

VENUE : Chatwani Hall, Telli Galli, close to Andheri-E station and Andheri W
Flyover.

PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER MUMBAI CAN PARTICIPATE AS IT'S CLOSE TO STATION

Contact: Radha-9821242184 / Vanita-9869146741

Limited Seats !!! Register Now!!!

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 9:34 PM
Subject: YOGATHON 2012

Our Dearest & Revered Ones,

As outlined in the monthly planner for 2012, we would like to share that
preparations for 2012 have already started with great zeal!
One of the events for which preparations have commenced is the "YOGATHON"

To begin with we have just registered a domain www.yogathon.in .

Kindly follow www.twitter.com/inyogathon , www.facebook.com/inyogathon

To make this a national event we need your complete participation.
Objective of this event

Yogathon is an event that will sensitize the masses about "Overcoming Stress
and maintaining good mental and physical Health through Yoga".

Date of the event : April 7th 2012 - All over India, 6am-7.30am OR
5pm-6.30pm

The 7th of April is also the World Health Day. It is but obvious that we all
participate to show our solidarity towards building a Healthier India for
tomorrow

The rationale behind hosting this event is as follows :

. To make Health, Yoga and The Art of Living synonymous in the minds
of people. (The Art of Living should be "Top of mind recall" when one refers
the words Yoga and Health).
. "Planned and participative publicity" which will eventually help
teachers to reach out the Master's knowledge to every nook and corner of
India
. Yet another reason to join together on a common cause and display
Sanghachadwam!

What will happen on the 7th April 2012?

There will be millions of people gathered in grounds, schools, colleges,
institutions, parks, halls across India and participate in the one hour
program+competition (the module will be shared with you shortly post
receiving your inputs)

Your valuable suggestions to make this event more meaningful and
participatory is very much required. We would request you to respond to us
by 31st January 2012 by 5 pm at inyogathon@gmail.com for further
communications.

The Count Down has begun dear one! We have just 8 weeks to Get Set and Go...

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From: Abheeta <abithan@artofliving.org>
Date: Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 7:11 PM
Subject: Being Natural - thru meditation

Meditating is the delicate art of doing nothing:letting go of everything and
being who you are.
Mind in the present moment is meditation. A mind free and clear of agitation
is meditation.

Life has both ups and downs . Getting Over Excited / Depressed is an
imbalance for the system .
To be Normal @ any situation in life is Meditation

Art of Meditation (Sahaj Samadhi Course ) Location : 212 Durham Avenue,
Metuchen, NJ 08840 Any concern you can reach me @ 201 208
1381/abithan@artofliving.org Day time

Timings for the course

Feb 21 : 10 am - 12 pm
Feb 22 : 10 am - 12 pm
Feb 23: 10 am - 12 pm

TO Register
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11273

Repeaters are welcome. We shall be having lunch on Feb 22 and 23

Evening Time
Timings for the course

Feb 25th : 10:00am to 12:30am
Feb 26th : 3:30 pm to 5:30pm
Feb 27th : 7pm to 9:30pm

TO Register
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11564

Any concern you can reach me @ 201 208 1381/abithan@artofliving.org

thanks

Abheeta

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From: Rachit Garg <rachitg@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 9:30 AM
Subject: LIVING WELL WORKSHOP

The "LIVING WELL" Workshop is an Art of Living Programme specially designed
for patients with DIABETES, HYPERTENSION, and other lifestyle diseases.

It has been designed in partnership with DRFHE (Dr Reddy's Foundation for
Health Education)

It is open to those who have not done the Part 1 Art of Living Course, as
well as those who have.
Course fees :Rs 2500/

Course Dates : 13th -19th Feb 2012 at Times of India Bldg, Near CST
Station, VT. 6pm - 9.30pm. Call Dr Winnie 9870569690 / Dr Suyog 9869029559
to register.

Also, at Bandra, 13th - 19th Feb 2012, 9.30am - 1pm. Call Dr Shraddha
9819044809 / Dr Anita 9820125585 to register.
For more info : Email < livingwellmumbai@gmail.com>

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Subject: 7 DAY INTENSIVE PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN VASAD [BARODA]

We're Happy to Announce a Special....

7 Day Intensive Art of Silence Course

with Senior Teacher TANUJA LIMAYE !!!

The One Week Intensive Course features More & Longer 'Hollow and Empty'
Meditations.....Longer & deeper Silence....

The Art of Silence Course is a unique opportunity for all who have taken the
Art of Living Course (Part 1 or Yes!+) to sink deep into knowledge &
experience, facilitating the indescribable process of our own awakening.

It includes a combination of Sadhana (Yoga and Meditation), Silence,
Satsang (Celebration), and Seva (Service).

Silence takes you deeper into yourself, Sadhana builds Energy, Satsang
maintains it (elevating the consciousness) and finally, this energy is
lovingly channeled through Seva.

"Where is the most beautiful spot in the universe? Don't look here and
there; come within you. When you are here, then any place becomes beautiful.
Then where ever you go, you add beauty there..."

- H.H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

DATE : 5th to 11th April,2012

VENUE:Vasad Ashram,1 hr drive from Baroda Station.
Pick Up & Drop will be arranged on request [ We may arrange a bus or taxi
and you will have to pay on actuals] ( Carry warm clothes as the venue is
Airconditioned)

TEACHER : Tanuja Limaye is a Senior International Teacher with the Art of
Living Foundation. She travels worldwide teaching people of all backgrounds,
cultures and religions how to effectively manage their mind and emotions,
eliminate stress, live in harmony amid diversity and bring greater peace and
joy into their lives.Over the past Fifteen years with Art of Living
Foundation, she has taught extensively in Europe, the Mid East, Japan,
Southern Africa, Canada and the United States. Her specialities include
training and inspiring Art of living teachers and teaching advanced level
Art of Living course designed to help participants remove self-imposed
limitations, realize their full potential and offer their talents in service
to the world.

CONTACT: 9821242184 / 9869146741 / 9820895629

NOTE : 5th - 8th April - Bank Holiday + Weekend

LAST DATE TO REGISTER - 31st march,2012

NOTE : WE WILL CLOSE REGISTRATIONS ONCE WE HAVE 200 PARTICIPANTS.

BOOK YOUR TRAIN TICKETS NOW AS THERE IS WAITING LIST

STRICTLY NO ON THE SPOT REGISTRATIONS

PRE-REQUISITE: Art of Living course Part-1 course or Yes+ course

FEE STRUCTURE:

Dormitory - 4000/-

6 Sharing [ Non AC ] - 4500/-

5 Sharing [AC] - 5000/-

4 Sharing [AC] - 5800/-

3 Sharing [AC] - 6500/-

2 Sharing [AC] - 8500/-

Single Sharing [AC] - 11,000/-

CHEQUE IN FAVOUR OF VVMP

FEES INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION / COURSE FEES & ALL MEALS

TIMINGS, CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT:

Course check-in begins April 4th, 2012 at 5:00 PM.

You can also Check In on same day 5th April Morn 5 AM & Join the Course 6 AM
Onwards.

The course begins sharp at 6:00 AM on 5th April.

Course finishes on April 11th , 2011 at 5:00 PM.

DONT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY !!! SPREAD THE WORD.....

CORE TEAM OF TEACHERS [ You can call them and give your registrations ]

Nisha Barve & Dr Beena - [mulund] - 9819386466 / 9892176219

Vaishali - [South Mumbai] -9867396186

Twinkle - [andheri west] -9820313899

Vinita Rai - [Bandra] - 9819064088

Mamta Das- (Andheri W)- 9769987895

MORE WILL BE UPDATED SOON..........

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From: sushma medikayala <sushmam@artofliving.org>
Date: Tue, Jan 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Subject: Art of Silence Course - Intensive with Philip Fraser

Art of Silence Course - INTENSIVE with PHILIP FRASER

Early bird Registration fee -$400 until Jan 26th, After Jan 26th, fee is
$500

Dates : Feb 9th - 12th, 2012
Venue: DC National Center
Address: 2401 15th st NW, Washington DC 20009

Contact: sushmam@artofliving.org

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Subject: Invitation from Gurudev to spend time with Him!!!

Dearest Angels!

Guruji is going to be in the ashram during the 5th International Womens
Conference, 2012 !
Lets all work towards sending in atleast 1 delegate for the conference!

Advantages being: Once they get back, they are going to bless u !!! and be
ur pillars of spreading this knowledge! :)

For all of us there is a special package! Just bring in ONE GIFT A SMILE -
Rs.10,000 and be a part of the conference as a DELEGATE !!!

Do get back to the IWC desk for further queries !
iwc@artofliving.org, iwcnational@gmail.com

For Registrations,Contact: 9820895629

Hope to see u all sooon !!!!
hugh
YES! National Co-ordinator

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From: Sri Sri Ashram - Communication <communication@srisriashram.org>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2012 at 8:11 AM
Subject: Shivratri special - Art of Silence @ Sri Sri Ashram

Sri Sri Ashram is pleased to invite you to the Art of Silence course over
President's Day weekend. Join in to experience a beautiful journey through
your inner being, as you rediscover your true Self. -with a special
chanting session on Monday, 20th Feb, which in Vedic traditions, is the
annual holiday for Shiva, the Supreme Self and embodiment of meditation.

Dates: Feb 17 (Friday) - Feb 20th (Monday) 2012 (President's day weekend, no
days off work!)
Location: 7802 Ranch Road 1051,Uvalde, TX 78802
Contact: Yamunalinie| (512)919-0410 |
courses@srisriashram.org
Registration Link:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11276

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: January 11, 2012 10:44:13 AM GMT+05:30
To: Bhavika Hinduja <bhavika@ucid.co.in>
Subject: IWC in Bangalore Ashram

The prestigious

International Women's Conference

3-5 February 2012

At The Art of Living International Centre, Bangalore

Invite Delegates. help them register. Special packages for Teachers and
Volunteers.

Women

are invited to participate in the prestigious International Women's
Conference. This provides a platform for Women from all over the world to
come together, interact, share their thoughts, learn from each other, have
good fun time.

This year's theme is Women and Technology and the Conference is dedicated to
Saraswati, the Goddess of knowledge, wisdom and arts.

Bhanu didi says, "This Conference is an opportunity for us to relax,
re-charge and rejuvenate ourselves as we deliberate on the effect of
technology on our lifestyles, family and society and explore ways to empower
women, promote responsible leadership, enhance creativity and innovation and
connect within and around us."

Have a look at the details in the one pager below OR visit the website
www.iwc.artofliving.org/iwc

Register Delegates (INR 25000) Non AOL, AOL, from the Corporate/Govt/
Artists/etc. Art of Living Course, twin sharing rooms, Art of Living Course
are included in the Delegate Fee)

Teachers' Special offer (1 'Gift a Smile' plus nominal charges for stay). so
don't miss this opportunity!

Volunteers' Special offer (Free Registration upon getting 2 Delegates and 1
'Gift a Smile'). so start registering Delegates!

Lets quickly register for it and book our tickets.
For any queries, you are welcome to contact me on 9820895629

You are cordially invited to the Fifth International Women's Conference
entitled "Women & Technology" - February 3 - 5, 2012, at the Art of Living
International Center in Bangalore, India.

The conference aims to explore and discuss:

The impact of technology on the development of women globally.
The fascinating connect between Spirituality and Technology.
Create and foster a global network of women leaders.
The importance of taking the time to relax and recharge through spiritual
practices like yoga and meditation.
The means to empower women in the developing world through technology and to
facilitate technological education.

Some of the leaders who have confirmed their participation include:

Hon'ble Linda Amalia Sari Gumelar, Minister, Women`s Empowerment and Child
Protection.
Hon'ble Dr. Daggubati Purandeswari, Minister of State, Human Resource
Development, Govt. of India.
Hon'ble Hema Malini, Actress, Member of Parliament, India.
Ibu Zannua Arifah Chafsoh Rahman Wahid (Yenny Wahid), Secretary General, The
Awakening of Nation Party (PKB) & Presidential Candidate, Indonesia.
Ms. Bothaina Kamel, Activist and Politician & First Woman Presidential
Candidate, Egypt.
Ms. Bhagyashree Patil, Vice President Dr D.Y.Patil Vidya Pratisthan, India.
Ms.Chandrika Tandon, Grammy Award Nominee & Chairman Tandon Capital
Associates Ms. Jolanda Holwerda, Directeur Lof Media, Netherlands Smt.
Akhila Srinivasan, Managing Director, Sriram Investments, India and many
more...

Watch the International Women's Conference 2010 video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvKrPeLqxQ8

Register now and help spread the word. Register online at
http://www.vvmvp.org/IWC/tabid/106/Default.aspx
The conference fee is INR 25000 inclusive of twin share accommodations at
the International Art of Living Center from February 2-6, which covers an
extra two days before and after the conference. You are welcome to come
earlier and stay later as well for other courses scheduled at the centre.
This is a wonderful opportunity for newcomers, since the fee includes the
Art of Living entry-level courses. There is an Art of Living Part 2 course
immediately following the conference. To register: http://vvmvp.org/Upcoming
Course Events/course events/tabid/90/Default.aspx For additional
accommodation requests please contact Vinay at vinay@vvmvp.org For
appointment for Ayurvedic Spa Treatments contact Aneesh at info@ssapd.org
For Travel & Tour Packages contact Rohit at rohit@sumerusolutions.com
* Proceeds from the conference will provide on-going support to 175 schools
supporting 24,800 children in 19 states within India.

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2012-01-29T08:15:00.001-08:00

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Topics

1. Advanced SRI SRI YOGA at Chennai--1st to 10th feb

2. Feb 2 to 5 : PUNE Ashram Advance Course with Seema ji.

3. Sahaj Samadhi Course with Dr.Manikantan, Chennai - 6 days left

4. SRI SRI UNIVERSITY MBA PROGRAMME 2012

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 10:21 PM
Subject: Advanced SRI SRI YOGA at Chennai--1st to 10th feb

Special, Advanced Sri Sri Yoga --- Beginners and advanced classes - 10
Days! Have your body healthy and strengthy!

Venue: Thiruvanmiyur AOL Centre
Date: 1st Feb to 10th Feb
Timings : 6am to 8 am or 6pm to 8 pm (Two Batches) Contact : Sureshji
9003253745

DON'T MISS.
Contact for details : 04424521107

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From: Shridhar Damodaran <shridhar.sevajoy@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 9:04 PM
Subject: Feb 2 to 5 : PUNE Ashram Advance Course with Seema ji.

Feb. 2 to 5 : PUNE Ashram Advance Course with Seema ji.
The Art of Living Course Part 2 (also called 'advance meditation course') is
a chance to use the beautiful tools of yoga, silence and meditation to
dissolve blocks and expand awareness.

Rest and rejuvenate the mind and body in the best way possible, in the
Divine natural surroundings of our Pune 'Triveni' Ashram !
This course is open to all participants who have done the Art of Living
Part-1 course (also called 'basic course') or the YES + course.

Lets take up this opportunity to experience our deep inner peace, joy and
silence.
This course is being conducted by one of our international teachers Seema
ji.
Please spread this message to all our members.

DATE: 2 to 5 February 2012 (Thur to Sunday) ; (Reporting on Wed. 1st Feb.,
evening/night; or with prior intimation, on 2nd, 6am)

VENUE: Pune Art of Living 'Triveni' Ashram, Markal Village, Alandi Road,
Off A'Nagar Road, Pune.

Donation for Course (inclusive of stay and food): Rs.3,000/-

Payment by cash or DD in name of VVMVP, payable at Pune.

For enquiries or transportation guidance contact:
Pune Ashram - 0 97659 99121 / 127, Sukantoji - 0 97659 99123 /5.

For Registrations Contact:
Pune Information Centre (VVKI) - (020) 64002463 / Ms.Preeti 98223 90516.

Jai Gurudev!

VVKI, Art of Living Pune Information Centre, Pune.

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From: Aravind Soundararajan <s_aravind91@yahoo.co.in>
Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 10:38 PM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi Course with Dr.Manikantan, Chennai - 6 days left

This is the time to get Rejuvenated. After everyday's long
work, we need to get energized. What is the way out???
The only way out is by meditation. But, many of us don't feel like
meditating.. So, to meditate at ease is the only solution that remains.

Guruji has designed a course for that too... Sahaj Samadhi Meditation
course.

A wonderful opportunity for all of us is knocking our doorsteps. Dr.
Manikantan - Sundaranana Singer, and Senior most disciple of Gurudev is
coming to our very own Chennai to initiate the process of this meditation

Why don't all of us take this opportunity to get to learn this method of
meditating at ease?

KK Nagar PSBB School premises- 6:30pm to 9:00pm Egmore - WUS center ,
Chetput - 6:00am to 8:30am

Dates - 3/2/12 to 5/2/12
Donation - Freshers -Rs.1500/-
Repeaters - Rs. 400/- (2nd day onwards)

Registration will be closed on 1st February 2012.

Registration Desk will be available at KK Nagar and Egmore Centers on 1st
Feb

Due to logistics issues, we are keeping the upper bound of registration to
100 at each center. So limited seats are available for this wonderful
opportunity.

Kindly book your seat in advance in order to avoid disappointment

With Regards
Aravind Soundararajan

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 4:37 AM
Subject: SRI SRI UNIVERSITY MBA PROGRAMME 2012

We are pleased to announce that admissions at Sri Sri University, Odisha are
now open for full time MBA programme in MBA - General Management, MBA
-Agribusiness, MBA Entrepreneurship.

Sri Sri University, established under Sri Sri University Act, 2009 is
conceptualized with a vision to establish an international
multi-disciplinary university that imparts value-based higher education,
making it uniquely positioned to develop broadminded thinkers, visionary
leaders and socially accountable global citizens.

These flagship offerings from the Sri Sri University Faculty of Management
Studies (SSU-FMS) encompass state-of-the-art management studies integrated
with the Art of Living Leadership and Self-development programmes.

Today's society faces a dearth of adequately skilled graduates with a broad
outlook who are geared for the challenges of a dynamically changing world.
The need of the hour is a pool of young brains who are imbibed with
professional competence and rooted in human values. An education that caters
to both these needs is the elixir to sustain an accelerating economy.

Sri Sri University Faculty of Management Studies aims to nurture socially
conscious, ethical and dynamic business managers capable of changing the
world of business, while assuming social responsibility. It will empower
future leaders with cutting edge business thinking skills and a world-vision
centered on ethics and values. The rigorous two year programmes, ideal for
professionals and students, will open countless doors to new opportunities
and challenges, by leveraging the global Art of Living presence and our vast
industry network.
Welcome to Sri Sri University. Look forward to hearing from you.

Last date to receive the applications is FEB 28 2012.The student should have
50% marks and appeared for CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT.

Warm Regards,
Dr. Moushumi Gongopadhyay

Call or visit us for further counseling and clarification of all doubts at:

2nd Floor, Rose Dale,139, District Commercial Center,Chandrasekharpur,
Bhubaneswar-751016Phone Number-+91674-2744275 , +917873001001Website:
www.srisriuniversity.edu.in

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 26 2012

2012-01-27T02:28:00.000-08:00

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Topics

1. Bhagavad Gita - Free Email Subscription!!

2. Job opening across the globe for AOL members

3. Blessing Course (3 to 5 Feb) with Swami Pragyapadjii at Pune Ashram

4. Sahaj Samadhi Meditation with Dr. Manikantan

5. Blessing course

6. DSN In Europe By Santosh ji

7. Maha Shivratri | Maha Rudra Puja | Maha Sudarshankriya - Webcast!

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From: ツ O G I <yogi198329@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 11:04 PM
Subject: Bhagavad Gita - Free Email Subscription!!

For the first time ever, an Email subscription to the Bhagavad Gita has been
introduced.

Subscribe to the Bhagavad Gita and receive:-
- Bhagavad Gita verses in your inbox (along with beautiful pictures)
- Translation of every verse (in English)
- Audio recitation of every verse

Be a part of this Divine Celebration!

To subscribe, please visit:
http://www.artoflivinguniverse.org/2012/01/free-email-subscription-bhagvad-g
ita.html

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 9:23 PM
Subject: Job opening across the globe for AOL members

Warm greeting from The Art of Living Human Resources !!!

We are currently working on a lot of openings across the globe in all
sectors, at senior management, middle management and junior management. We
also have a lot of openings in different projects and initiatives of The Art
of Living. Whether you are looking for a full time job in a corporate or
within The Art of Living, rush your resume to resume@artoflivinghr.com,
Forward this message to all your friends/ relative or anyone within your
network who are looking for a job or want a career change.

Our office is located within the Bangalore Ashram campus, and everyone is
welcome to walk in. We are open on Sundays too.

Regards,
The Art of Living Human Resources,

Art of Living International Center,
Next to Canara Bank ATM,
21st KM, Kanakapura Road,
Udayapura, Bangalore - 560082
Phone: 080-26080260

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From: Shridhar Damodaran <shridhar.sevajoy@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 9:23 PM
Subject: Blessing Course (3 to 5 Feb) with Swami Pragyapadjii at Pune Ashram

The blessings course is a fabulous course with the most amazing processes
and meditations.
Each meditation is unique and makes you dive into infinity. The kindness and
compassion of our Master is beyond words. Come do it and you'll experience
the best gift you have ever received.

You become a perfect instrument for the Master's Grace to flow through.

Announcing Blessing Course by Swami Pragyapadji at our Triveni Ashram, Pune.

Dates: Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th Feb. 2012

Reporting on : Thursday 2nd Feb Evening/ Night.

Course will end at 4pm on Sunday 5th Feb.

Contribution for resident Indian nationals: Rs.6,500.
(Inclusive of food, accommodation during course dates & program cost)

Pre-requisite: At least 2 Advanced courses (Part II) only.

Cash / DD to be made in the name of Ved Vignan Mahavidyapeeth, payable at
Pune. Cheques will not be accepted.

Spread the news to all members and enroll them too along with yourself.

Lets take up this opportunity to experience our deep inner peace, joy and
silence.

Seats being limited, we request you to confirm your seat at the earliest.

We request all teachers, volunteers to pass the message in their followups,
satsang groups & information centers.
We look forward to hosting you at the Pune ashram.

For more details / registration forms, contact Pune City Centre at (020)
24461375, 64002463, 32399999, or

09765999123.

Regards
Team Triveni Ashram

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From: Aravind Soundararajan <s_aravind91@yahoo.co.in>
Date: Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 7:34 AM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi Meditation with Dr. Manikantan

Guruji has designed a course for that too... Sahaj Samadhi Meditation
course.

A wonderful opportunity for all of us is knocking our doorsteps. Dr.
Manikantan - Sundaranana Singer, and Senior most disciple of Gurudev is
coming to our very own KK Nagar Center to initiate the process of this
meditation

Why don't all of us take this opportunity to get to learn this method of
meditating at ease?

KK Nagar PSBB School premises- 6:30pm to 9:00pm Egmore - WUS center ,
Chetput - 6:00am to 8:30am

Dates - 3/2/12 to 5/2/12
Donation - Freshers -Rs.1500/-
Repeaters - Rs. 400/- (2nd day onwards)

Registration is closed on 1st February 2012.
Registration Desk will be available at KK Nagar Center from 6pm to 8pm on
1st Feb

Spot Registrations are not entertained.
All those who have taken the application forms from the center, kindly fill
in the forms and handover them with the donation to Jayshri madam, this
sunday in the follow up.

Due to logistics issues, we are keeping the upper bound of registration to
100. So limited seats are available for this wonderful opportunity.

With Regards
Aravind Soundararajan

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From: Vinita Rai <vinitablue@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:11:44 +0530
To: prajakti deshmukh<prajakti.deshmukh@gmail.com>
Subject: blessing course

Blessing Course in KHAR W The blessing course is a
wonderful course with the most amazing processes and meditations. It takes
you into a different level of meditation. Each meditation is unique and
makes you dive into infinity.

The kindness and compassion of our Master is beyond words. Come do it and
you'll experience the best gift you have ever received. You become a perfect
instrument for the Master's Grace to flow through.

The Blessing Course is a three day residential course , and is open for all
that have completed a minimum of two Art of Living Part II courses.
Accommodation available on request

Come Become an Instrument of GURU JI.in
BLESSING COURSE with Rishi Vidhyadharji.
from 30 Jan.2012 to 1 Feb 2012.
Time : 6 am - 9pm
Venue: Mata Ram Pyari Trust Hall.5th Rd khar w
opp Ramee international.
call for reg.-9821042693/9821427327

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From: Riin thomas <riin.thomas@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 2:27 AM
Subject: DSN In Europe By Santosh ji

After the Biggest DSN Course in Europe of 384 people,with Santosh ji ,
Europe is having a series of DSN courses with Santosh ji in Belarus,
Poland, Germany, Estonia, France and Bulgaria from 16th Feb to 30th April
.Thousands of people in and around Europe have done the course with Santosh
ji, don´t miss this fantastic opportunity!

D.S.N is a wonderful course designed by OUR MASTER to make each one of us
realize who we truly are. What we truly are capable of. Most of us would
have experienced DIVINITY in The Art of Breathing Course/ Part - 1 and Part
II Silence courses. With these chapters you would have achieved INNER PEACE!
Now its time to be self-less and influence the world around us. For that we
need OUTER DYNAMISM.

INNER PEACE + OUTER DYNAMISM = UNSHAKEABLE YOU! = D.S.N

DSN makes you much stronger mentally , physically and spiritually.

Time to Break your Barriers
Get out of your Shell
Build up Courage and
S e e H o w a m a z i n g Y o u are!!!

Watch Out the Founder-Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji speak on DSN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7DWdBhxMx0

http://youtu.be/Dj-P8Ykh6MY

http://youtu.be/JAsUyx3JKvg

http://youtu.be/pwuE6ylt3Iw

Love
Riin

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 24, 2012 at 10:53 PM
Subject: Maha Shivratri | Maha Rudra Puja | Maha Sudarshankriya - Webcast!

The most special day of this year - Maha Shivaratri is coming soon.....!

Following are the details of the events happening in Art of Living
International Center in presence of Guruji!

20 February 2012

Maha Sudarshan Kriya : 5 pm IST onwards

Maha Rudrabhishekam : 6.30 pm IST onwards

For any other details contact: Phone: 080-67262626 Email: info@vvmvp.org

There will be a live webcast of the Maha Rudrabhishekam and Maha Satsang on
www.artofliving.org/satsang

Do not miss this! Share with All!
Updates will be posted on:
http://www.artofliving.org/in-en/maha-shivratri-sri-sri-ravi-shankarji-banga
lore

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 22 2012

2012-01-27T02:25:00.001-08:00

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From: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org [mailto:esatsang@lists.artofliving.org]
On Behalf Of Esatsang
Sent: 23 January 2012 11:44
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
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Topics

1. MADHURYA III: 1000 people Family Extravaganza on 26th Jan in Rohini

2. 10 days silence course in Bad Antogast

3. Republic Day Special Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29,
2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

4. Blessing course in bandra w

5. Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course

6. Advance Meditation Course (Part-II Course) at Vasundhara Enclave, East
Delhi

7. Malayalam Part I Course - Bangalore Ashram

8. DSN with Luckshmiji .....one of our finest International Teacher

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From: gaurav madan <g.madan1982@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 11:52 AM
Subject: MADHURYA III: 1000 people Family Extravaganza on 26th Jan in Rohini

Before the Master Graces Rohini with Devi Puja & Mahasatsang on 24th & 26th
February ...
The Waiting Eyes!! The Melting Hearts & The Loving Power !!
Unite in The Celebration of Togetherness IN

The Grand & Magnanimous MADHURYA-III at Bansal Bhavan, Rohini on 26th
January.

The Programme: 26th January 2012

7:00 am .. Experience the Energy that takes one on a path of Self Discovery
when the entire family resonates together in the Magical Sudarshan Kriya for
Teens, Kids & Adults with none other than Darshak bhaiya, Gopal Chabbra ji,
Roma Bhatara.

(Entry by pass for those who have done ART EXCEL, YES!, Part 1 or YES! Plus
Course)

Call up fast to get for your entire family (or, you might be left empty-
handed). Rs 100 per pass.

Contact: 9873471382, 9958219996, 9990020053, 9810048086

9:00 am..Take a Token of Blessing along with the Holy Prasad

9:30 am .. Soak yourself in Joy & Beauty within with the Divine Melodies
(Get all your family & friends to witness this memorable extravaganza) &
Talk with Darshak Bhaiya

AND A BIG SURPRISE!!

Venue: Bansal Bhavan, B1, Setor 16, Rohini. Map link below:
http://maps.google.co.in/maps?q=Bansal+Bhavan,+Rohini,+New+Delhi,+Delhi&hl=e
n&ll=28.736205,77.128572&spn=0.039662,0.076818&sll=21.125498,81.914063&sspn=
42.341032,78.662109&oq=bansal+bhavan&vpsrc=6&hq=Bansal+Bhavan,&hnear=Rohini,
+Delhi&t=m&z=14

Important Instructions: 1. A Small Seva you can do is Spread the Word by
Forwarding this to all.
2. Please get your asan.
3. No Registration at Venue, all passes need to be taken before 26th Jan.
4. Sankalpa registration for Devi Puja can be done at Madhurya.
5. Come with family & friends to experience the magic of Madhurya-III.

--
With Warm Regards,
Gaurav Madan,
"When You Can Smile AT Everything & Smile THROUGH Everything;
Then You've Learnt THE ART OF LIVING :) "

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From: Art of Living European Center <info@artofliving.de>
Date: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 3:08 PM
Subject: 10 days silence course in Bad Antogast

Easter Special 10 Day Silence Course with Christopher Kiran Byrt in German
ashram, Bad Antogast

A journey from head to heart through love, silence and humor. Enjoy healthy
vegetarian food, gentle stretches, breathing techniques, singing, dancing,
laughter and advanced meditation techniques. The course has been designed so
beautifully that the silence, inner peace and tranquility will also be
carried home.

Pre-requisite for 10 Day Silence Course: - Completion of three Art of
Silence (Part 2 or Part 3) Courses

Date: March 31st (7 p.m.) to April 9th (1 p.m.) 2012

Contact: email - info@artofliving.de, Tel. 0049780497390
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From: Dr M Lavanya <lmrjgd@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 2:45 AM
Subject: Republic Day Special Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan
26-29, 2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

This is the final reminder for the Art of Living Part II (Advance) Course @
Chembur - Mumbai in the august presence of Rishi Vidhyadharji.

For new-comers :
the Advance Course is a four-full-days' programme (usually, ~ 6 AM - 9.30
PM).
The day starts with a Yoga Session. We are blessed to have Rishiji himself
conducting this session, with joyous musical aerobics yoga. This is a big
hit with *everyone*, from frail old ladies to brawny youngsters .. not
surprising, perhaps, since Rishiji holds the world record for 24
hours-non-stop aerobics !

The rest of the day is covered by a variety of beautiful processes including
different kinds of guided meditations which cleanse one thoroughly. Joyous
silence, sattvic food and opportunities for seva are also features of the
Advance course program. Each day is rounded off with an enthralling satsang.

One is also privy to the Highest Knowledge in the course of these four days
:
Infact, "Vidhyadhar" means the Keeper of the Knowledge .. and with Rishiji,
Knowledge from the Ancient Shastras is related - with great humour - to
everything from modern science to practical tips for everyday living.

Soo, if you want to partake of an unforgettable experience, not to mention
an amazing transformation in your life, do avail of this wonderful
opportunity to do the beautiful Advance Course !

The Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course will also be offered during these days,
and is open to all. (including those who have not yet done any Art of Living
Course).

Course Dates: 26th Jan - 29th Jan, 2012. (Thursday - Sunday) Reporting time
on 26h Jan : 515 AM

{26th Jan, the Indian Republic Day, is a Thursday, so this is a great way to
celebrate, and make use of the extended weekend ..)

Course Venue :
Nalanda Education Foundation,
Grand Nalanda Hall, Dr B R Ambedkar College, Lokhandeya Marg, Chembur (W),
Mumbai.

Accommodation is available on request. Please register asap to avail of
this,

For registration and other details :
Contact : 9322284680 / 9820723328

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From: Vinita Rai <vinitablue@gmail.com>
Date: January 16, 2012 4:04:24 PM GMT+05:30
To: "Seema.lamba" <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Subject: Blessing course in bandra w

The blessing course is a wonderful course with the most amazing processes
and meditations. Each meditation is unique and makes you dive into infinity.
The kindness and compassion of our Master is beyond words. Become a perfect
instrument for the Master's Grace Blessing course with none other than Rishi
Vidhyadharji DATE - 30 Jan- 1st Feb TIME-6am to 9 pm VENUE -Rampyari trust
hall .5th rd khar. W ,

donation Rs7500.
Reporting 6.30am.

Contact- 9819064088 /09821042693

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From: Manikya Vikram <vikrammanikya@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 12:39 AM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course

We have many people known to us whom we want to bring into Gurjji's ambit.
Sahaj Samadhi Meditation is a sure means to make it happen. Sahaj Samadhi
Meditation is open to all, especially those who have not done the Part-1
course yet.

A 6-hour, 3-day format takes one through to meditation, the effortless way.
People will develop a passion for meditation.

To help you reach out to your contacts with this wonderful course, here is a
simple 3-step method:

Step-1: View the attached power point slide show & familiarize yourself with
the Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course.
Step-2: Take a sankalpa to reach it effectively to 5-contacts & forward the
attachment to them.
Step-3: Follow-up the lucky-5, reinforce the need for them to do the course
& complete the registration. Registration form is also attached.

Call any of us for any assistance in completing the registrations:
9382727690 / 9677164072 / 9500009479 / 9790922622

Jai Guru Dev

M Vikram
Faculty
The Art of Living
Chennai
Mobile: 9500009479

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From: N.M. Gupta <nmgupta01@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 8:31 PM
Subject: Advance Meditation Course (Part-II Course) at Vasundhara Enclave,
East Delhi

We invite you to the AOL's Advance Meditation Course (Part-II Course) at
Vasundhara Enclave (East Delhi).
The four day workshop is a perfect vacation for your body, mind and soul. So
don't miss it for anything!! Come and experience the silence within.

DATE : 26 - 29 January 2012 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday)

TIME : Reporting on 25th January at 6:00 pm,
VENUE : Starex International School, Vasundhara Enclave, Delhi-110096

Let the knowledge flow.
Let the music play.
Let the love grow..And let the
Consciousness glow...
Come and synchronize your mind, body and soul with the rhythm of the nature
and awaken the divinity within you!

For details & Registration,
Anukul-9818738602, Renu Sachdeva- 9899633441, Kishore-9650138877,
Arjun-9999048495
Jai Guru Dev!
With warm regards
Anukul-9818738602
Narinder Mohan 9650991162

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From: Nisha Ganesh <nisha.viswanath@sumerusolutions.com>
Date: Sun, Jan 15, 2012 at 11:38 PM
Subject: Malayalam Part I Course - Bangalore Ashram

Malayalam Part I course details are as follows:

Date : 23rd March 2012 - 25th March 2012

Venue : Bangalore Ashram

Those who are interested can avail this opportunity asap. Please spread this
to your near and dear ones.

Regards
Nisha

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Subject: DSN with Luckshmiji .....one of our finest International Teacher

"Every King was once a crying Baby & Every Building was once a Map. . . Its
not important where You are today. . .But where You will reach 2morrow.". .
. Shape ur future thru a transformational .....

REPUBLIC SPECIAL-DSN

(Divya Samaj Nirman)

wth Senior International Teacher

Many of Us have not experienced her .....She is Awesome.....GURUJI has given
us such wonderful Rare Gems as his Instruments to spread his
Knowledge....It's upto us to reach out to them and take the best....

LUCKSHMIji MIRGH @

Panchratna , Opera House

26th to 29th Jan 2012

DO Sumthing NOW

Call - 9223404992,9821040060

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From: Mr. K G Upadhyay <kishor@gnfc.in>
Date: Mon, Jan 16, 2012 at 3:50 AM
Subject: Matter for Esatsang Digest - YES!+ Advance Course with Bawa n
Dineshbhaiya at Vasad Ashram, Gujarat
To: esatsang@artofliving.org

Dear Moderator,

Kinldy include following article in the next Esatsang Digest.

Thanks and regards,

-Kishor

----------------------

Dear All,

JaiGurudev & A Happy New Year!

We had a wonderful winter break in bangalore ashram with 1300 youth.

For all those who couldn't make it - here's another chance- YES!+ Advance
course with Bawa & Dinesh Bhaiya at Vasad ashram in Gujarat:

Reporting: 25thJan 2012
Workshop dates - 26th to 29th Jan 2012

Fees: Dormitory -Rs.2500/-
Non AC 6 sharing - Rs.3000/-
AC 6 sharing - Rs.3500/-
for teachers - Rs. 1500/- ( non AC 6 sharing)
--

For registrations please contact:

Dr. Krishna Upadhyay Mob.097245 05418 Email: yesplusrajkot@gmail.com Shruti
Nagda Mob.092430 44095 Email: shruti@wayeonline.org

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2012-01-27T02:24:00.001-08:00

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Sent: 21 January 2012 12:11
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 20 2012

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Topics

1. Republic Day Special Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29, 2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

2. Youth Leadership Training Program in East Delhi Frm 28Jan- 5Feb

3. Technician Training announcement

4. 7 DAY INTENSIVE PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN VASAD [BARODA]

5. Online resources for vegetarians

6. Invitation Marma Therapy Training in Bad Antogast

7. Newsflash... International Women's Conference 3-5 Feb 2012

8. YES!+ Advance course with Bawa & Dinesh Bhaiya at Vasad ashram in Gujarat

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From: AOL Update <aolupdate@gmail.com>
Date: January 20, 2012 4:20:03 PM GMT+05:30
Subject: Republic Day Special Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29, 2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

As Guruji loves to say, Ever New Happy You ! .... a very Happy 2012 to All !

This is to remind everybody ..
After a long gap, Rishi Vidhyadharji will be teaching the Advanced Course again in Mumbai .. this time @ Chembur !

Venue :
Nalanda Education Foundation,
Grand Nalanda Hall, Dr B R Ambedkar College, Lokhandeya Marg, Chembur (W), Mumbai.

Course Dates: 26th - 29th January, 2012. (6 AM Thursday morning - 6 PM Sunday evening). 26th January (Republic Day) is a Thursday !

So, we can make the most of the extended Republic Day Weekend in the New Year ! with Fantastic-Yet-Easy Aerobics Yoga, Profound-Knowledge-delivered-with-Child-Like-Humour and Mind-Blowing Meditations !

The Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course will also be offered during these days, and will be open to all (including new-comers to Art of Living).

Accommodation is available on request. Please register as early as possible to avail of the best !

For registration and other details :
Contact : 9322284680 / 9820723328

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---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: N.M. Gupta <nmgupta01@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 9:36 PM
Subject: Youth Leadership Training Program in East Delhi Frm 28Jan- 5Feb

YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROG
(Age 18+)
to learn the techniques to
Inculcate Leadership qualities and Commitment Enhance Confidence and Communication skills Have Emotional stability and Self discipline Get Focusing and Clarity in life Know to live Stress-free and Happy life

Venue: GUJJAR BHAWAN, KOTLA VILLAGE,

PATPARGANJ, MAYUR VIHAR PHASE-1
DELHI-91
Saturday 28th Jan (4pm reporting) - Sunday 5th Feb. 2012 ( Morning 7am to 9pm evening Daily)
Contact- 9899109084, 9650996011-14
Contribution-1000/- only

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From: <info@srisriayurveda.ca>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 7:41 AM
Subject: Technician Training announcement

April 12th, 2012 could be the beginning of your new career ?

Ayurveda is growing fast in popularity as a viable holistic health practice offering proven restorative and preventive means to maintain a long and healthy life. SRI SRI AYURVEDA wishes to invite to you be a part of this holistic movement that is revolutionizing the way we look at health through its in-depth TECHNICIAN TRAINING!

This training course will prepare you to work as a technician on your own or at any Sri Sri Ayurveda Centre. More than simply performing the treatments and massages, technicians are trained to recognize basic constitutional types, to teach self-care routines and run their own Ayurvedic practice. In this program, appropriate attention is given to the spiritual aspect of Ayurveda by including the practices of the Art of Living course. This will give you an edge in that it strengthens intuition and ability to withstand stress as well as a desire to serve your community.

Located in the Canadian Ashram, The Sri Sri Ayurveda Institute for Education and Wellness offers 3 different modes of learning:
1.Accelerated learning 1 and 2 (2 weeks each + supervised practicum) 2.Internship 1 (4 month) 3.Internship 2 (7 month)

Next TECHNICIAN TRAINING : April 12-28, 2012.

For more information on the course and internships or for registration, please contact us at (819)532 2613 / info@srisriayurveda.ca

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From: Seema Lamba <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 12:37 PM
Subject: 7 DAY INTENSIVE PART II WITH TANUJA LIMAYE IN VASAD [BARODA]

We're Happy to Announce a Special....

7 Day Intensive Art of Silence Course

with Senior Teacher TANUJA LIMAYE !!!

The One Week Intensive Course features More & Longer 'Hollow and Empty' Meditations.....Longer & deeper Silence....

The Art of Silence Course is a unique opportunity for all who have taken the Art of Living Course (Part 1 or Yes!+) to sink deep into knowledge & experience, facilitating the indescribable process of our own awakening.

It includes a combination of Sadhana (Yoga and Meditation), Silence, Satsang (Celebration), and Seva (Service).

Silence takes you deeper into yourself, Sadhana builds Energy, Satsang maintains it (elevating the consciousness) and finally, this energy is lovingly channeled through Seva.

"Where is the most beautiful spot in the universe? Don't look here and there; come within you. When you are here, then any place becomes beautiful. Then where ever you go, you add beauty there..."
– H.H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

DATE : 5th to 11th April,2012

VENUE:Vasad Ashram,1 hr drive from Baroda Station.
Pick Up & Drop will be arranged on request [ We may arrange a bus or taxi and you will have to pay on actuals] ( Carry warm clothes as the venue is Airconditioned)

TEACHER : Tanuja Limaye is a Senior International Teacher with the Art of Living Foundation. She travels worldwide teaching people of all backgrounds, cultures and religions how to effectively manage their mind and emotions, eliminate stress, live in harmony amid diversity and bring greater peace and joy into their lives.Over the past Fifteen years with Art of Living Foundation, she has taught extensively in Europe, the Mid East, Japan, Southern Africa, Canada and the United States. Her specialities include training and inspiring Art of living teachers and teaching advanced level Art of Living course designed to help participants remove self-imposed limitations, realize their full potential and offer their talents in service to the world.

CONTACT: 9821242184 / 9869146741 / 9820895629

NOTE : 5th - 8th April - Bank Holiday + Weekend

LAST DATE TO REGISTER - 31st march,2012

NOTE : WE WILL CLOSE REGISTRATIONS ONCE WE HAVE 200 PARTICIPANTS.

BOOK YOUR TRAIN TICKETS NOW AS THERE IS WAITING LIST

STRICTLY NO ON THE SPOT REGISTRATIONS

PRE-REQUISITE: Art of Living course Part-1 course or Yes+ course

FEE STRUCTURE:

Dormitory - 4000/-

6 Sharing [ Non AC ] - 4500/-

5 Sharing [AC] - 5000/-

4 Sharing [AC] - 5800/-

3 Sharing [AC] - 6500/-

2 Sharing [AC] - 8500/-

Single Sharing [AC] - 11,000/-

CHEQUE IN FAVOUR OF VVMP

FEES INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION / COURSE FEES & ALL MEALS

TIMINGS, CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT:

Course check-in begins April 4th, 2012 at 5:00 PM.

You can also Check In on same day 5th April Morn 5 AM & Join the Course 6 AM Onwards.

The course begins sharp at 6:00 AM on 5th April.

Course finishes on April 11th , 2011 at 5:00 PM.

DONT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY !!! SPREAD THE WORD.....

CORE TEAM OF TEACHERS [ You can call them and give your registrations ]

Nisha Barve & Dr Beena - [mulund] - 9819386466 / 9892176219

Vaishali - [South Mumbai] -9867396186

Twinkle - [andheri west] -9820313899

Vinita Rai - [Bandra] - 9819064088

MORE WILL BE UPDATED SOON..........

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From: Manu C S <cs.manu.cs@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 2:04 AM
Subject: Online resources for vegetarians.

Have you ever had pesky people ask how you cope with long-distance running or gruelling workouts or where you get your protein from, just because you're on a plant-based diet?

Are you a new vegetarian wondering if boring salads and soups are all you can indulge in for the rest of your life?

Have you ever wished there was something you could do to help a meat-eating colleague/friend/spouse/parent/sibling/... change his/her diet?

If you answered yes to any of the above, read on...

http://www.nomeatathlete.com/
http://www.brendanbrazier.com/
Two great online resources about two amazing endurance athletes. A fitting retort to some condescending meat-eaters who believe you have to down dead animals ("for protein") to achieve your fitness goals!! Frazier even has a neat compilation of resources for new vegetarians.

http://peasandthankyou.com/recipage/
http://ohsheglows.com/recipage/
http://blog.fatfreevegan.com/recipe-index
http://www.theppk.com/recipes/
http://veganyumyum.com/archives/
http://www.cestlavegan.com/category/recipes/
http://www.choosingraw.com/recipes/
http://www.pure2raw.com/twins-recipes/
http://kristensraw.com/blog/category/video/
http://www.dailygarnish.com/recipes
http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/recipes
http://kardenaskitchen.com/about/
Tons of recipe resources no matter if you're a vegan, vegetarian, or semi-raw!
Vital if you're newly vegetarian, great resources even if you're not :)

http://www.earthlings.com/earthlings/video-full.php
An utterly gruesome film about the horrors that go on in food production and other industries in which animals are exploited. If you're looking for some motivation to stick with vegetarianism or help (shock?) your meat-eating friends find their way towards it, this is it. It's hard to watch, but if you're up for it, the entire film is available for free on their website.

http://www.forksoverknives.com/
A documentary about the benefits of a whole-foods, plant-based diet that actually found some mainstream success. Starring China Study author T. Colin Campbell along with Caldwell Esselstyn. You can get it on Netflix.

Regards,
Manu

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From: S.Kamp - Sri Sri Ayurveda <s.kamp@srisriayurveda.de>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 1:23 AM
Subject: Invitation Marma Therapy Training in Bad Antogast

Invitation Marma training March 2012 offered by our Sri Sri Ayurveda Centre Bad Antogast/ Germany

Dear friends,

We are very pleased to announce our next Marma Therapy Training.

We are delighted to invite each of you to our next Marma therapy course, which will take place in Bad Antogast at the Sri Sri Ayurveda centre, from 24th until 30th March 2012.

This course is a journey to the heart, it will lead you to deep rest and to joyful time in the Ashram at Black Forrest. Sadhana, daily Pooja , Satsang , pure nature and much more are welcoming you.

The course will be led by Dr. Raturi Kumar Lokesh (B.A.M.S.), specialist in Naadi Pareeksha - the knowledge of ancient pulse diagnosis. This is a unique opportunity to learn Marma from such an experienced person. The training will include basic ancient knowledge about Marma therapy as well the basics of Ayurveda Knowledge.

What is Marma therapy?

Marma is a Sanskrit word meaning ' secret, hidden, vital.' On the surface of our body are sensitive points where energy or Prana is concentrated. Marma is the ancient technique of activating energy points on the physical level to energise and relax the whole system. By exerting gentle pressure on these Marma points, one can release the blocks and allow the Prana or life energy to flow to the connecting organs or tissues, thus giving them a new lease of life. Marma promotes a greater balance and integration of the body, mind and consciousness.

Prerequisites:

- Minimum of 2 Advanced courses or 1 advanced and 1DSN or Blessing Course or 1 advanced course and any TTC.

-- recommendation letter (E Mail) from an Art of Living teacher who knows you.

- You must also carry out daily Sadhana practice.

Please note: you must have completed at least one course in presence of Guruji (Part II or III)

Dates: The training starts on 24th March with Satsang at 7.30 pm and will finish on 30th March by 4 pm.

Training fee: 850€

650€ for Fulltime Teacher and people who followed the SSAY massage training in Italy.

550€ for people from eastern countries.

Please do find the application form attached.

! Accommodation:( not included ) 38 € group room without bathroom / 46€ group room with bathroom / 54€ double room +bathroom.

Contact for Marma Course: Susanne Kamp; Phone +49 7804 9136961; Email s.kamp@srisriayurveda.de

Contact for accommodation: Magda Forys; Phone: +49 7804 97390; Email info@artofliving.de

Come and join us in this wonderful moment…enrol now!

With much love JGD ,

Susanne Kamp

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From: IWC International <iwcintl@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 1:51 AM
Subject: Newsflash... International Women's Conference 3-5 Feb 2012

Greetings from the International Women's Conference Team!

"Spirituality is the Technology of Consciousness. The Source of all Technology and Creativity is the human mind." - H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

On 3rd to 5th February 2012, we will see the 5th International Women's Conference taking place, themed 'Women and Technology', at the Bangalore ashram, India.

This is a very exciting time, as the theme is so relevant today, it has given power in our hands, yet there are many gaps.

NEWSFLASH...
Connect to the inner-net along with the internet... Bhanumati Narsimhan

46 Eminent Women Speakers confirmed from 20 Countries!

Participation from over 100 countries!

World Class Performances!

Workshops in Key Areas!

Registrations are CLOSING soon... don't think long, register now!

Eminent Speakers (partial list...)

Hon'ble Dr. Daggubati Purandeshwari - Minister of State for Human Resource Development (Higher Education), Govt. of India, India Hon'ble Ronit Tirosh - Member of Parliament, Israel Ms. Kamel Bothaina - Television Anchor Activist and Politician & 1st Woman Presidential Candidate, Egypt Mr. Shantanu Prakash - Founder & Managing Director Educomp Solutions, India Smt. Akhila Srinivasan - Managing Director - Sriram Investments, India Dr. Preetha Reddy - Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals, India Ms. Al Wajd Al Fayez - Filmmaker, Jordan Ms. Cathie Burton, Spokeperson, Council of Europe, Strasbourg Mrs. Elisa Carter - Director, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands Ms. Elim Chew - Founder, 77th Street, Singapore.
Ms. Elizabeth Coffey - Founder & CEO Spark Leadership, London, UK Ms. Lynn de Souza - Chairman and CEO, Lintas Media Group, India Ms. Sucharita Eashwar - Executive Director India, WEConnect International, India Ms. Ravina Raj Kohli - Founder/Director, Jobcorp Company Pvt Ltd., India

World Class Performances:

Many exciting performances are planned, which include: Elitsa Todorova from Bulgaria, top Russian ballet group St. Petersburg, Shobhana Chandrakumar from India.

Sessions:

Session 1: Women as Leaders of Technology Session 2: Innovation & Creativity in Technology Session 3: Technology: Dependence or Freedom?
Session 4: Women & Social Media
Session 5: Complementing the Human Touch:
Empowering Women
Education
Health & Environment
Session 6: 21st Century Technology and Ancient Civilizations & Wisdom Session 7: Redefining Technology

Workshops included:
1. Choice of Part 1 course / Sri Sri Yoga / Art of Meditation (Sahaj Samadhi meditation) 2. Know Your Teen 3. Live Your Grain 4. Women & Technology

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International Women's Conference Office
T: +91 080-67262637
E: iwc@artofliving.org

http://iwc.artofliving.org/iwc facebook.com/IWC2012 @voicesofiwc

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 11, 2012 at 10:37 PM
Subject: YES!+ Advance course with Bawa & Dinesh Bhaiya at Vasad ashram in Gujarat

Dear All,

Jai Gurudev & A Happy New Year !

Recently we had a wonderful winter break in bangalore ashram with 1300 youth.

For all those who couldn't make it - here's another chance-

YES!+ Advance course with Bawa & Dinesh Bhaiya at Vasad ashram in Gujarat:

Reporting: 25thJan 2012
Workshop dates - 26th to 29th Jan 2012

Fees: Dormitory -Rs.2500/-
Non AC 6 sharing - Rs.3000/-
AC 6 sharing - Rs.3500/-
for teachers - Rs. 1500/- ( non AC 6 sharing)

For registrations please contact:

Dr. Krishna Upadhyay Mob.097245 05418 Email: yesplusrajkot@gmail.com Shruti Nagda Mob.092430 44095 Email: shruti@wayeonline.org

Please also circulate in your email groups

Jai Gurudev !

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 18 2012

2012-01-26T23:15:00.001-08:00

-----Original Message-----
From: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org [mailto:esatsang@lists.artofliving.org] On Behalf Of Esatsang
Sent: 19 January 2012 13:04
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 18 2012

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Topics

1. Weekend Part I from 10th to 12th Feb 2012

2. Mega Part I Course & Wake Up and Shake Up with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

3. Technician Training announcement

4. PART II ADVANCE COURSE with Vrunda Maa from 26-29 Jan at Harigram, Panvel

5. Invitation Marma Therapy Training in Bad Antogast

6. Part 2 Course at Kannur with Swami Sadyojatha at Kannur ( January 26- 29)
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From: madhu bhardwaj <harpalbhardwaj@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 8:41 PM
Subject: Weekend Part I from 10th to 12th Feb 2012

If everybody in society lives in the present moment, if we are able to accept people as they are, there will be no problems. SriSri

It is not easy to live this knowledge. The only way you can make a constant attempt is by practicing Pranayams and Sudarshan Kriya. Why not introduce all to the simple yet profound knowledge of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ?

I would appreciate if you could inform as many people as possible and also get me at least two confirmed registrations for the upcoming Part I from 10th the 12th Feb 2012 at Manchanda Niwas, Sher e Punjab.Andheri east, Mumbai. The timings would be 6.30 pm to 10.30 pm on 10th and 4 pm to 9 pm on 11th and 12th Feb.

Contact : 9920176212 / 9819303155 /9867015256

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From: Balasubramaniam M <bala08.m@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 4:40 PM
Subject: Mega Part I Course & Wake Up and Shake Up with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

Mega Part I Course & Wake Up and Shake Up with Shri Maheish Girri ji at Navi Mumbai

Dear Friends, a very Happy New Year to you all

With the blessings and inspiration of Param Pujya Guruji, contributing our best to the endeavor of Divya Samaj Nirman, we, the AOL team of Navi Mumbai (Mumbai Zone) have taken up the biggest challenge for us so far – Mega Part I Course of 10,000 participants from Feb 10th _ 12th, 2012 & Wake Up and Shake Up of 5000 participants on Jan 26th .

Wake Up & Shake Up with Shri Maheish Girri ji ...lovingly called the Man on Mission - the crusader of Meri Dilli Meri Yamuna, Clean Delhi Drive, Mantranaad, Mahanavchetna Shibirs & ofcourse, Mega Part I Courses. Watch out the video – Maheish Girri ji on Revolution...

SHRI MAHESHGIRIJI ON REVOLUTION @JALNA, Maharashtra

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=totZ1Jzjb5k

Wake Up & Shake Up that rekindles the lost vigor in life & awareness for the self & society. "Wake-up Shake-up" - is a highly motivational program for teachers and volunteers to channelize the energy in the right path and achieve here goals in personal and social life.

This Wake Up & Shake Up is being organized as a lead program for upcoming MEGA PART I COURSE with Maheish Girri ji from February 10th to 12th.

Please spread the word around.

WAKE UP & SHAKE UP with Shri Maheish Girri ji-

Date: 26th January 2012
Time: Evening 4 to 10
Venue: Yashwantrao chavan Ground,sector-19,Nerul(w),Navi Mumbai Contact for Registration:
9867084591,09870129150,9819700332

MEGA PART I COURSE WITH SHRI MAHEISH GIRRI JI –
Date: 10th to 12th February 2012
Timings: 1) Neru l- Evening- 6:30 to 10pm 2) Vashi-Morning-6 to 9:30 am
Venue:1) Nerul 2) vashi
Contact for Registration:
9029728083, 9819700332, 9028555956

Jai Gurudev!
Ratneshwar G Shete
Balasubramaniam
Part I Course Teacher
For AOL Navi Mumbai
Ph. 9029728083, 9819700332, 9028555956
Email: bala08.m@gmail.com

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From: <info@srisriayurveda.ca>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 7:41 AM
Subject: Technician Training announcement

April 12th, 2012 could be the beginning of your new career ?

Ayurveda is growing fast in popularity as a viable holistic health practice offering proven restorative and preventive means to maintain a long and healthy life. SRI SRI AYURVEDA wishes to invite to you be a part of this holistic movement that is revolutionizing the way we look at health through its in-depth TECHNICIAN TRAINING!

This training course will prepare you to work as a technician on your own or at any Sri Sri Ayurveda Centre. More than simply performing the treatments and massages, technicians are trained to recognize basic constitutional types, to teach self-care routines and run their own Ayurvedic practice. In this program, appropriate attention is given to the spiritual aspect of Ayurveda by including the practices of the Art of Living course. This will give you an edge in that it strengthens intuition and ability to withstand stress as well as a desire to serve your community.

Located in the Canadian Ashram, The Sri Sri Ayurveda Institute for Education and Wellness offers 3 different modes of learning:
1.Accelerated learning 1 and 2 (2 weeks each + supervised practicum) 2.Internship 1 (4 month) 3.Internship 2 (7 month)

Next TECHNICIAN TRAINING : April 12-28, 2012.

For more information on the course and internships or for registration, please contact us at (819)532 2613 / info@srisriayurveda.ca

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From: Vithal Pai <vithalpai@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 10:53 PM
Subject: PART II ADVANCE COURSE with Vrunda Maa from 26-29 Jan at Harigram, Panvel

Here is the best opportunity To Do Advance Course. 26 Jan is National Holiday. Many companies have weekly holidays on Saturday & Sunday ( 28/29 Jan). So you have to take one leave on 27 Jan & you can do Advance Course. A perfect spiritual vacation for body & mind.

Start the New Year in the bliss.

PART II ADVANCE COURSE with Vrunda Maa

Complete Residential Advance Course
At Harigram, New Panvel
(River Side Temple Complex)
26th To 29th Jan. 2012

Enjoy perfect spiritual vacation.

Limited seats available, Hurry

Contact For Course Registration

Vithal 98211 17922 Vijayanand 98210 13641
Nishaji 98193 86466 Sheetal 98219 30193
Dr.Beena 98921 76219 Chitra 98922 99651
Ambarish 98210 18405 Atul 97020 20556

To & Fro Bus Service Available from Mulund East Reporting 25th Jan. Eve. 8.30PM Return 29th Jan. Eve. 4.30PM

Donation : Rs.3750/-
(Cash / Cheque in favor of VVKI MAB)

Eligibility : Basic (Part – 1) / YES +

www.divineguruji.com

Thanks & regards
Vithal Pai

***********************************
From: S.Kamp - Sri Sri Ayurveda <s.kamp@srisriayurveda.de>
Date: Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 1:34 AM
Subject: Invitation Marma Therapy Training in Bad Antogast

Invitation Marma training March 2012 offered by our Sri Sri Ayurveda Centre Bad Antogast/ Germany

Dear friends,

We are very pleased to announce our next Marma Therapy Training.

We are delighted to invite each of you to our next Marma therapy course, which will take place in Bad Antogast at the Sri Sri Ayurveda centre, from 24th until 30th March 2012.

This course is a journey to the heart, it will lead you to deep rest and to joyful time in the Ashram at Black Forrest. Sadhana, daily Pooja , Satsang , pure nature and much more are welcoming you.

What is Marma therapy?

Prerequisites:

- Minimum of 2 Advanced courses or 1 advanced and 1DSN or Blessing Course or 1 advanced course and any TTC.

-- recommendation letter (E Mail) from an Art of Living teacher who knows you.

- You must also carry out daily Sadhana practice.

Please note: you must have completed at least one course in presence of Guruji (Part II or III)

Dates: The training starts on 24th March with Satsang at 7.30 pm and will finish on 30th March by 4 pm.

Training fee: 850€

650€ for Teacher and people who followed the SSAY massage training in Italy.

550€ for people from eastern countries.

Please do find the application form attached.

! Accommodation:( not included ) 38 € group room without bathroom / 46€ group room with bathroom / 54€ double room +bathroom.

Contact for Marma Course: Susanne Kamp; Phone +49 7804 9136961; Email s.kamp@srisriayurveda.de

Contact for accommodation: Magda Forys; Phone: +49 7804 97390; Email info@artofliving.de

Come and join us in this wonderful moment…enrol now!

With much love JGD ,

Susanne Kamp

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From: Ranjith MV <mvranji@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 16, 2012 at 7:59 PM
Subject: Part 2 Course at Kannur with Swami Sadyojatha at Kannur ( January 26- 29)

Get Refreshed, Revitalized, and Invigorated

Its gives me great pleasure to invite you for *Swami Sadyojataji*'s mega Part-2 course. at Kannur from January 26th to 29th.

Venue: Jawahar Library Auditorium,Kannur
**
The Art of Living Part II course guides one on a journey deeper into one's self, enabling the spontaneous integration of life, and wisdom. It offers a chance to dive deep into genuine relaxation. We need to rest in order to be more dynamic. However, often we come back from a vacation feeling more exhausted, and in the need of another one. The Part II course is a vacation in the truest sense of the word. Complete with silence, meditation, seva (service), and celebration, it will help one emerge refreshed, revitalized and invigorated

With deep Meditations, powerful processes and a wonderful blend of Sadhana, Seva, Satsang and Silence, this course will take you deep into your true Self.

For those who have done already, it is great and rare chance to repeat the program with none other than Swamiji. So..Dont wait....go and get registered.....

Contact Numbers:
09447129204,9447090336
Thanks and regards

Ranjith
09388702020

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 15 2012

2012-01-16T08:50:00.001-08:00

-----Original Message-----
From: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org [mailto:esatsang@lists.artofliving.org]
On Behalf Of Esatsang
Sent: 16 January 2012 12:17
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 15 2012

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Topics

1. Art of Living Matrimony SWYAMBAR 27 Feb, 2011

2. Blessing Course With Swamiji

3. Art of Living Satsang App for Android!

4. Mega Part-1 course in Navi Mumbai!

5. Art of Silence Course - Intensive with Philip Fraser

6. Shivratri special - Art of Silence Course @ Sri Sri Ashram

7. Advance course with Vrunda Maa from 26 - 29 Jan at Harigram, New Panvel,
Navi Mumbai

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From: Manish Panchmatia <panchmatia_manish@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 14, 2012 at 9:51 PM
Subject: AoL Basic Course Nr. Hoodi Circle, Bangalore

Art of Living Basic (Part-I) course is scheduled near Hoodi Circle,
Whitefield, Bangalore from Jan 27 2012 Friday to Jan 29, 2012, Sunday

Venue :
Gopalan Grandeur Community Hall,
Hoodi Circle,
WhiteField
Bangalore

Timings: 6:30 to 9:30 PM

Contact Numbers:
99014 92852, 98801 01715

Jai Gurudev.
Manish

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From: Nandakishore.H <nanduhari.jgd@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 13, 2012 at 11:46 PM
Subject: Blessing Course With Swamiji

Power to Bless N Heal thru Blessing course at kerala ashram on Jan 20th by
Swami Sadyojathah. Contact 0471 2367424 / 6541522 / 9497264462/9349007215

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 13, 2012 at 1:33 AM
Subject: Art of Living Satsang App for Android!!

A new app for Art of Living Satsang Lyrics is now available on
artofliving.org/m (check in the apps section for Android Apps). This app is
compatible with Android 2.2

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From: khanderao kulkarni <mangeshkulkarni.aol@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 11:32 PM
Subject: Mega Part-1 course in Navi Mumbai..!!!!

Navi Mumbai on its way to Create A History - Mega Part I Course & Wake Up
and Shake Up with Shri Maheish Girri ji Dear Friends, a very Happy New Year
to you all With the blessings and inspiration of Param Pujya Guruji,
contributing our best to the endeavor of Divya Samaj Nirman, we, the AOL
team of Navi Mumbai (Mumbai Zone) have taken up the biggest challenge for us
so far - Mega Part I Course of 10,000 participants from Feb 10th 12th, 2012
& Wake Up and Shake Up of 5000 participants on Jan 26th. with a BIG yes our
team has taken up this challenge in unison- what a magnificient opportunity
to immerse in knowledge! WAKE UP & SHAKE UP WITH SHRI MAHEISH GIRRI JI -
Date: 26th January 2012
Time: Evening 4 to 10
Venue: Yashwantrao chavan Ground,sector-19,Nerul(w),Navi Mumbai
Contact for Registration:
9867084591,09870129150,9819700332

MEGA PART I COURSE WITH SHRI MAHEISH GIRRI JI -
Date: 10th to 12th February 2012
Timings: 1) Neru l- Evening- 6 to 10pm 2) Vashi-Morning-6 to 10 am
Venue:1) Nerul 2) vashi
Contact for Registration:
9867084591,09870129150,9819700332

Jai Gurudev!
Ratneshwar G Shete
Khanderao s Kulkarni.
Part I Course Teacher
For AOL Navi Mumbai
Ph. 9867084591, 09870129150
Email: mangeshkulkarni.aol@gmail.com

**********************************************
From: sushma medikayala <sushmam@artofliving.org>
Date: Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 7:49 AM
Subject: Art of Silence Course - Intensive with Philip Fraser

Art of Silence Course - INTENSIVE with PHILIP FRASER

Dates : Feb 9th - 12th, 2012
Venue: DC National Center
Address: 2401 15th st NW, Washington DC 20009 Early bird Registration fee
-$400 until Jan 26th, After Jan 26th, fee is $500
Contact: sushmam@artofliving.org

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From: Prakash Ramrakhyani <prakash@artoflivingaustin.org>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2012 at 12:03 PM
Subject: Shivratri special - Art of Silence Course @ Sri Sri Ashram

Sri Sri Ashram is pleased to invite you to the Art of Silence course over
President's Day weekend. Join in to experience a beautiful journey through
your inner being as you rediscover your true Self. -with a special chanting
session on Monday, 20th Feb, which in Vedic traditions, is the annual
holiday for Shiva, the Supreme Self and embodiment of meditation.

Dates: Feb 17 (Friday) - Feb 20th (Monday) 2012 (President's day weekend, no
days off work!)
Location: 7802 Ranch Road 1051,Uvalde, TX 78802
Contact: Yamunalinie| ?(512)919-0410 | courses@srisriashram.org Registration
Link: http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11276

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From: Vithal Pai <vithalpai@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 10, 2012 at 11:28 PM
Subject: Advance course with Vrunda Maa from 26 - 29 Jan at Harigram, New
Panvel, Navi Mumbai

Here is the best opportunity To Do Advance Course. 26 Jan is National
Holiday. Many companies have weekly holidays on Saturday & Sunday ( 28/29
Jan). So you have to take one leave on 27 Jan & you can do Advance Course.
A perfect spiritual vacation for body & mind.

Start the New Year in the bliss.

PART II ADVANCE COURSE with Vrunda Maa

Complete Residential Advance Course
At Harigram, New Panvel
(River Side Temple Complex)
26th To 29th Jan. 2012

Enjoy perfect spiritual vacation.

Limited seats available, Hurry

Contact For Course Registration

Vithal 98211 17922 Vijayanand 98210 13641
Nishaji 98193 86466 Sheetal 98219 30193
Dr.Beena 98921 76219 Chitra 98922 99651
Ambarish 98210 18405 Atul 97020 20556

To & Fro Bus Service Available from Mulund East Reporting 25th Jan. Eve.
8.30PM Return 29th Jan. Eve. 4.30PM

Donation : Rs.3750/-
(Cash / Cheque in favor of VVKI MAB)

Eligibility : Basic (Part - 1) / YES +

www.divineguruji.com

Thanks & regards

Vithal Pai

*********************************

FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 8 2011

2012-01-09T03:22:00.003-08:00

-----Original Message-----
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Sent: 09 January 2012 09:52
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 8 2011

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Topics

1. Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29, 2012 in
Chembur, Mumbai

2. Art Of Living Part - II Course in Central Delhi

3. Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29, 2012 in
Chembur, Mumbai

4. "Anandotsav" with H. H. Sri Sri RaviShankar ji in Pune

5. DSN WITH ANANDJI AT GOREGAON WEST

6. Click & You Are Home With The Master www.artoflivingcourseindonesia.com

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From: Dr M Lavanya <lmrjgd@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Dec 30, 2011 at 4:56 AM
Subject: Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29,
2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

As Guruji loves to say, Ever New Happy You ! .... a very Happy 2012 to All
!

It gives us immense pleasure to announce, after a long gap, the Art of
Living Part II (Advance) Course @ Chembur - Mumbai, in the August Presence
of Rishi Vidhyadharji.

A wonderful chance for us to make the most of the extended Republic Day
Weekend in the New Year ! with Fantastic-Yet-Easy (ahem!) Aerobics Yoga,
Scintillating-Knowledge-delivered-with-Child-Like-Humour and Mind-Blowing
Meditations !

The Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course will also be offered during these days,
and will be open to all (including new-comers to Art of Living).

Course Dates: 26th - 29th January, 2012. (6 AM Thursday morning - 6 PM
Sunday evening). 26th January (Republic Day) is a Thursday !

Venue :
Nalanda Education Foundation,
Grand Nalanda Hall, Dr B R Ambedkar College, Lokhandeya Marg, Chembur (W),
Mumbai.

Accommodation is available on request. Please register early to avail of the
best !

For registration and other details :
Contact : 9322284680 / 9820723328

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From: neena madan <neena.madan@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Dec 30, 2011 at 5:31 AM
Subject: Art Of Living Part - II Course in Central Delhi

START THE YEAR 2012 WITH MEDITATION AND BLISS...
DIVE INTO THE DEPTHS OF YOUR INNER SILENCE...
JOIN THE ADVANCED MEDITATION PROGRAM

"Meditation is the best form of Prayer."

"Music, Knowledge & Silence are ingredients for development of
the Consciousness."
Come, take a deep
journey within.........

Experience

Deep blissful
Meditations!!!
Life transforming
Knowledge!!!!
Soul stirring
divine Satsangs!!

IN ADVANCED MEDITATION COURSE
WITH
NEERA MOHAN JI

5TH JAN TO
8TH JAN, 2012
REPORTING : 4TH JAN
2012, 6.00 P.M.

DONATION : RS. 3750/-

VENUE : SALWAN GIRLS SCHOOL,
OLD RAJINDER NAGAR MARKET,
NEAR KAROL BAGH METRO STATION.

ACCOMODATION AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

FOR DETAILS AND REGISTRATION, CALL
NEENA - 9810013177
RAJEEV DHALL - 9810332346
RAJIV MANGOTRA - 9871412304
SHRADDHA - 9312153942

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From: Vaastu Shastra <vaastucourse@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Dec 30, 2011 at 8:14 AM
Subject: VAASTU SHASTRA course after Shivratri at the Art of Living
International Center, Bangalore
To: eSatsang <esatsang@artofliving.org>

Jai Gurudev !

1. Create a login.
2. Fill in details after logging in.
3. Pay through credit/debit card to register yourself !

Course Registration
The course is open to all including professionals like Architects, Civil
engineers, students of the above fields , Professionals related to
construction, Repeaters.There are limited seats and will be filled up on
first come first serve basis.
For further queries call Ramesh at +91-7396213019 or email
"vaastucourse@gmail.com".

You can register online:- www.vvmvp.org

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From: Dr M Lavanya <lmrjgd@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 2, 2012 at 12:40 AM
Subject: Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29,
2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

As Guruji loves to say, Ever New Happy You ! .... a very Happy 2012 to All
!

It gives us immense pleasure to announce, after a long gap, the Art of
Living Part II (Advance) Course @ Chembur - Mumbai, in the August Presence
of Rishi Vidhyadharji.

Venue :
Nalanda Education Foundation,
Grand Nalanda Hall, Dr B R Ambedkar College, Lokhandeya Marg, Chembur (W),
Mumbai.

Accommodation is available on request. Please register early to avail of the
best !

For registration and other details :
Contact : 9322284680 / 9820723328

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 28, 2011 at 6:02 AM
Subject: "Anandotsav" with H. H. Sri Sri RaviShankar ji in Pune

Good News for the New Year!

The Art of Living Pune chapter is geared up to welcome H. H. Sri Sri Ravi
Shankar ji on January 14th, 2012. This is a life time opportunity to spend
time in presence of Master, who revealed the healing breath technique
'Sudarshan Kriya' to the world, listen to Knowledge directly from the
Source, Meditate with the Master Himself, that too in your own town :)

It is said "When sadhaks, spiritual aspirants, gather together a Yagya
happens!".

The Art of Living family invites you along with your family and friends for
this grand event on the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti.
H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji will be in Pune on 14th Jan, 2012 for
MahaSatsang "Anandotsav" and will stay overnight for a wonderful event
"Pearls of Wisdom" next day 15th Jan, 2012, a unique knowledge session and
conversation with Him.

There will be live webcast of this event on www.artofliving.org/satsang and
there wil also be live telecast of this event (mostly on Sanskar Channel)
details will be updated on above link

Please find the details of the events below:

Event: "Anandostav" MahaSatsang in His presence.
Date: January 14th, 2012
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Venue: H. A. Ground, Nehru Nagar, Mumbai - Pune Highway, Pimpri.
Entry: All are invited, Entry Free.

Event: "Pearls of Wisdom" a unique Knowledge Session and conversation with
the Master.
Date: January 15th, 2012
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Venue: Hotel Orchid, Chhatrapati Shivaji Sports Complex, Balewadi Pune.
Entry: Pass required. The donation passes are available in the denomination
of Rs 1,100/-, Rs 2,500/-, Rs 5,000/-, Rs 11,000/-

The donation collected from the entry passes will be offered at the lotus
feet of the Master to be utilized for Seva Projects such as free schools for
tribal children, trauma relief Seva projects in disaster hit areas, for
women upliftment etc. more details can be found at
http://www.artofliving.org/in-en.

For more details, queries or donation passes to be delivered at your
doorstep, please connect with:

Anuja @ 9822337883, Mayur @ 9764139791, Prashant @ 9923002775, Kiran @
9890863138

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From: madhu bhardwaj <harpalbhardwaj@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 28, 2011 at 12:46 AM
Subject: DSN WITH ANANDJI AT GOREGAON WEST.

DSN WITH ANANDJI AT MUMBAI

DSN (Divya Samaj Nirman) is a unique programme for Creating a Divine
Society.Â It trains one to break boundaries of the mind and go beyond
oneself to serve society.Â Â DSN - "Divine Shows New path" / "Do Smile Non
stop" / "Don't Say No" / "Do Something Now"
YOU before DSN:

Personal Barriers / Boundaries
Old Habits or Inhibitions
Deep Desire to be the Best we can be
DSN IMPACT:

More Confident
More Stronger
More Responsible
More Committed
More Disciplined
DSN Contents:

Powerful Yoga-Asanas and Padmasadhana
Special Meditations
Group Processes
Deep Spiritual Knowledge
DSN Experience:

Total freedom
Real Power
Guru Grace
Devotion and Love
Real Strength - Nothing in this world can shake you Loss of Fear & Ego
Breaking through old habits, emotional wounds and barriers of all kinds Dare
to be Different "The programs, the processes, the homework, all shattered or
dissolved what I perceived were my limitations" - Bill Hayden, NASA
Engineer.

Who is teaching? -: Anand Rajendran (Anandji)

International Teacher who has
Conducted more than 250 DSN's & Stress Relief Workshops Worldwide More than
300,000 beneficiaries Also known as "Lion making Machine"
You are Only One Choice Away from transforming your life...your personality!
Video clip: http://www.youtube. com/ watch?v=A7DWdBhxMx0
<http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=A7DWdBhxMx0% 20> Video clip :
http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=VtGXB5wsnzs <http://www.youtube. com/watch?
v=VtGXB5wsnzs>

When : 26th Jan to 29th Jan 2012

Venue : Jawahar Nagar Hall, S V Road, Goregaon west, Mumbai

Accomodation : Available.

Contact Now : 09821055135 / 09820356082 / 09821428854.

PRE-REQUISITE: To have completed Part I.

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From: Henry Baey <henry.baey@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 26, 2011 at 8:48 PM
Subject: Click & You Are Home With The Master
www.artoflivingcourseindonesia.com

Dearest Ones - Jai Guru Dev,
A simple click and You will have Glorious Holy days with our Beloved Master,
in The Islands of The Gods, Bali. Indonesia.
Arrive with your loved one for the famed AMC (Advanced Meditation Course &
Other Courses) in The Bliss in Bali Program.
Come, Stretch, Breathe, Meditate, Play, Sing & Dance amongst Men & Gods and
be in the Physical and Spiritual Presence with our Beloved.
Come Full and Check out 'hollow & Empty'
Check in - April 4th and
Check out' on April 9th
Hurry! & Quickly Go on line now for easy registration to book your date with
your Beloved.
'CLICK'
www.artoflivingcourseindonesia.com
Don't miss this spiritual journey of a lifetime Jai Guru Dev & Love Art of
Living Indonesia

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 7 2011

2012-01-09T03:22:00.001-08:00

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On Behalf Of Esatsang
Sent: 08 January 2012 11:13
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 7 2011

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Topics

1. Divya Samaj Nirman (DSN - January 2012 - Sharjah)

2. Enjoy 2012 with Meditation & Patanjali Yoga Sutras!

3. Part II with Rishiji n DSN with Anandji in Mumbai

4. Wake Up & Shake Up in Mumbai

5. Shivratri special - Art of Silence @ Sri Sri Ashram

6. Living Well course with focus on diabetes & related challenges in Chennai

7. Art of Silence over Shivratri weekend @ Sri Sri Ashram, Texas

8. International Womens Conference - 2012

9. Art of Living Workshop : Divya Samaj Ka Nirman

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From: "Himanshu Shah" <himanshusshah@gmail.com>
Subject: Divya Samaj Nirman (DSN - January 2012 - Sharjah)

Trust you are doing well. Wish you a happy and prosperous new year 2012
filled with joy and bliss.

I am writing to you about a very unique Art of Living program which is
coming up in January 2012 at the Sharjah Art of Living Centre. The course
details are included in the attached flier. Request you to read through the
attached and the below for a few minutes. For your information and
understanding please find below information about what this course is all
about.

DSN - Do Something Now (Spontaneously living in the present moment)

DSN (Divya Samaj Nirman) is a unique program for Creating a Divine Society.
It trains one to break boundaries of the mind and enables one to go beyond
oneself. It brings about a natural spontaniety in one's life which helps to
stay focussed in the present moment irrespective of the nature of the
situation.

YOU before DSN:
Personal Barriers / Boundaries
Old Habits or Inhibitions
Deep Desire to be the Best we can be
DSN IMPACT:
More Confident
More Stronger
More Responsible
More Committed
More Disciplined
DSN Contents:
Powerful Yogaasanas
Special Meditations
Group Processes
Deep Spiritual Knowledge
DSN Experience:
Total freedom
Real Power
A perfect channel for the grace to flow through Devotion and Love Real
Strength - Nothing in this world can shake you Loss of Fear & Ego Natural
spontaniety in action Breaking through old habits, emotional wounds and
barriers of all kinds Makes one daring to be different in all avenues of
life

An interesting feed back below from Bill Hayden, a NASA Engineer.

"The programs, the processes, the homework, all shattered or dissolved what
I perceived were my limitations" - Bill Hayden, NASA Engineer.

Check the link below for further testimonials!

http://www.artofliving.org/ae-en/dsn-do-something-now

On behalf of the Art of Living Sharjah Chapter we welcome you to make a
great start to the New Year 2012 by attending this DSN program. We are sure
this would bring a great change in life.

Please feel free to contact any one of us for further details of the
program.

Shaji Nair: +971 50 5445173
Kartik Gunasekaran: +971 50 7029067
Himanshu Shah: +971 55 669 0139
REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR CONFIRMATION IN ADVANCE!"

Regards,
Himanshu Shah
himanshushah@gmail.com
971 55 669 0139
968 951 22 580

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 7, 2012 at 9:17 AM
Subject: Enjoy 2012 with Meditation & Patanjali Yoga Sutras!

Every Wednesday in 2012 will now be Patanjali Day!

Subscribe to receive transcripts of Sri Sri's commentaries on Patanjali in
your inbox!

Link:
http://www.artofliving.org/in-en/yoga/patanjali-yogasutra/introduction
Share your resolution and experience the special guided meditation conducted
by Sri Sri on New Year eve.

On the 1st of every month, throughout 2012, experience a special online
meditation at Reach in, Reach Out page.

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Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Subject: Part II with Rishiji n DSN with Anandji in Mumbai

This new year, go to a place where everything is beautiful!

That place is within you!

Where ever you go after that, you will add beauty - Sri Sri..

Go deep within and Experience inner peace in the Part 2 Advanced Course with
the one and only Rishi Vidyadharji,

Thurs 26th Jan-Sun 29th Jan, 2012 at Chembur East.

To register Call -9820895629

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 10:59 PM
Subject: Wake Up & Shake Up in Mumbai

Wakeup & Shakeup with Shri Maheish Girri ji on 26Jan @Nerul Yashwantrao
Chavan Ground, Sec-19 frm 4-10pm,followed by dinner.
Entry pass Rs.200.
Don't miss this golden opportunity.
Eligibility Part 1 or YES+ Spread the msg.
Contact 9819700332

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From: Sri Sri Ashram - Communication <communication@srisriashram.org>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 9:27 AM
Subject: Shivratri special - Art of Silence @ Sri Sri Ashram

Dates: Feb 17 (Friday) - Feb 20th (Monday) 2012 (President's day weekend, no
days off work!)
Location: 7802 Ranch Road 1051,Uvalde, TX 78802
Contact: Yamunalinie| (512)919-0410 | courses@srisriashram.org Registration
Link: http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11276

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From: Manikya Vikram <vikrammanikya@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 12:50 AM
Subject: Living Well course with focus on diabetes & related challenges in
Chennai

Every minute, six people die due to diabetes and its complications. Every 10
minutes, a person loses a limb due to diabetes. India has an estimated
41-million diabetics, making it the "Diabetes Capital" of the world, set to
increase to 70-million by 2025, 10-million more than China! A worrisome
aspect is that the onset of diabetes & related health challenges is much
earlier, hitting the productive segment of the population. Indians just seem
to be more prone for diabetes and a host of related health challenges.

Diabetes affects "end organs" such as the heart, kidney, brain, retina etc,
and the diabetic is often oblivious to the damage until it is too late.
Besides proper control with medication, a more healthy, balanced diet,
exercise, lifestyle changes are of paramount importance in managing
diabetes. Pranayama, yogasana, & meditation have a prime role. In fact such
lifestyle changes are irreplaceable in the daily regimen of a diabetic, &
all those with diabetic history.

The LIVING WELL COURSE in a 7-day format with precisely these objectives is
organized at Chennai. LIVING WELL COURSE firstly sensitizes people on the
condition & its complications. It takes the persons through simple methods
with profound results. The course includes clinically researched SUDHARSHANA
KRIYA, a rhythmic cyclic breathing technique, that offers a favorable
antioxidant status at the enzyme & gene level, as per studies conducted in
medical research institutes of international repute.

For all those wanting to bring in simple lifestyle changes that bring in
profound results, LIVING WELL COURSE is tailor-made.

The course will happen from 16 to 22-Jan-12 at The Art of Living Center,
Sonex Towers, Annanagar, Chennai, India. For more details, call these
Chennai mobile numbers: 9500009479 / 9381055202 / 9840087540

M Vikram
Mobile: 9500009479

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From: Sri Sri Ashram - Communication <communication@srisriashram.org>
Date: Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 8:27 AM
Subject: Art of Silence over Shivratri weekend @ Sri Sri Ashram, Texas

Dates: Feb 17 (Friday) - Feb 20th (Monday) 2012 (President's day weekend, no
days off work!)
Location: 7802 Ranch Road 1051,Uvalde, TX 78802
Contact: Yamunalinie| (512)919-0410 | courses@srisriashram.org Registration
Link: http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11276

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From: AOL IWC <iwc2012@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2011 at 11:43 AM
Subject: International Womens Conference - 2012

We welcome you to be a part of the International Women's Conference 2012
(IWC 2012) at the Art of Living International Center, Bangalore.
. International Women's Conference
. "Women & Technology" Back to the future and return to the source!

This is the 5th International Women's Conference, hosted by Art of Living
with the blessings of H.H. Sri Sri Ravi ShankarJi and under the guidance of
our chair person - Smt. Bhanumati Narasimhan (Bhanu Didi). All the past
conferences have a been a great success and inspiration for all who
participated.

February 3rd, 4th and 5th of 2012 will see yet another international
conference, which will be held at our International Art of Living Center,
Bangalore.
Here are a few highlights of IWC 2012:

1. Over 1000 women from all walks of life, across the globe, would be
attending this conference.
2. Common platform for everyone to share best practices and experiences.
3. An opportunity to explore and experience the fascinating connect between
spirituality and technology.
4. Since the conference is on technology, this year, we have women who are
pioneers in the world of technology to address our forum.

To mention a few of our Hon'ble speakers:

Hon'ble Linda Amalia Sari Gumelar-Indonesian Minister for Women`s
Empowerment and Child Protection Ms Bhagyashree Patil Director-Vice
President Dr D.Y.Patil Vidya Pratisthan Mrs. Elisa Carter-Director, Erasmus
MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam Honi Borden-Author Speaker Teacher
Healer and Holistic Beauty Expert Prof {Mrs} Maya Chakravarti Vishwanathan-
Director, Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication Hon'ble Dr. Daggubati
Purandeswar-Minister of State for Human Resource Development (Higher
Education), Govt. of India

5. Art of Living Part1 workshop and Art of Living Sri Sri Yoga workshop are
a part of the conference which all delegates and speakers can choose to
participate in and benefit from.
6. Dance performances of an international level will be enjoyed by everyone
present.7. Many celebrities have participated in our conferences and have
taken keen interest in the upcoming conference too. To mention a few names,
in the past, we have had Lara Dutta, Hema Malini, Usha Uthup, Hema Sardesai
and many others, as delegates.
8. Delegates shall have a luxurious stay, in twin sharing rooms, at our lush
green and beautiful Bangalore center.

Please find the brochure and registration form attached with this mail.
Please feel free to call/email us regarding any other information/ details
you may need for the same. Join the team and spread the word. Chosen and
lucky will be those who will attend this conference.

Jai Guru Dev!

Team IWC 2012

Call - 9820895629

iwc@artofliving.org
http://iwc.artofliving.org/iwc/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/International-Womens-Conference-2012
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/voicesofiwc

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From: Vijaya Murti <vijyat@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 2, 2012 at 8:52 PM
Subject: Art of Living Workshop : Divya Samaj Ka Nirman

Divya Samaj Ka Nirman

A 4 Day Workshop (timings below) designed by HH Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji and
facilitated by Senior Art of Living Teacher and Trainer Shri Vinod Kumar
Menon ji (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDwtm98wJQc&feature=relmfu)

It takes you from

Where you are , to Where you want to be

HH Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji on DSN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWyioAzVtD0

The Divya Samaj ka Nirman program helps overcome inhibitions increases
mental strength increases willingness and ability to take on more
responsibility and initiative enhances leadership skills unleashes latent
talents opens up new horizons
Details:

Pre Requisite : Art of Living Part 1 Course/ YES+
Dates: 12th to 15th Jan 2012
Time: 12th and 13th Jan - 5:30am to 8:00am; 5:30pm to 8:00pm
14th and 15th - 7am to 7pm
Donation : Rs. 3000/-

To Register, Call 9849057291 or send a mail to vijyat@gmail.com

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 4 2012

2012-01-05T04:45:00.001-08:00

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Sent: 05 January 2012 11:03
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Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Jan 4 2012

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Topics

1. SO WHaT stands for (S)PREADING (O)XYGEN, (W)ISDOM, (H)ARMONY (A)ND
(T)OGETHERNESS!

2. Mega Sahaj Samadhi Meditation Course in Chennai With Dr. Manikantan

3. Weekly Chanting and Knowledge Session in South Mumbai

4. Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29, 2012 in
Chembur, Mumbai

5. DSN IN GOREGOAN WITH ANANDJI

6. Wanted to share my experience of IWC n Invite U

7. 2012 SINGERS TO USHER THE YEAR OF HAPPINESS IN NORTHERN SRILANKA

8. Blessings Course with Swami Sadyojathah @ Coimbatore - Jan 6-8

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From: Archana Bhingarde <archanasb2002@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 9:25 AM
Subject: SO WHaT stands for (S)PREADING (O)XYGEN, (W)ISDOM, (H)ARMONY (A)ND
(T)OGETHERNESS!

SO WHaT stands for (S)PREADING (O)XYGEN, (W)ISDOM, (H)ARMONY (A)ND
(T)OGETHERNESS!

So what's special about SO WHaT?
Nothing really - just that we all share one thing in common - we say SO WHAT
to anything that stops us from taking time out for SO-HUM!

It being that time in the year when we would all rather snuggle up under our
blankets and snooze the morning alarm, we figured why not do our morning
Sadhana (spiritual practices) together? Did you know that by meditating
everyday we are not only serving ourselves, we also serve our families
(seven generations up and down!), communities and the planet? In fact, the
day we meditate is the day we are truly awake! Of course, we can't always
gather at one place every single day but we sure can meditate together from
wherever we are - like distance education, we can also enroll for distance
Group Sadhana! All you need to do is:

For the next 40 days starting 7th January 2012 from wherever in the world
you are.

Wake up early enough so you can shower, clean your bowels and start Sadhana
at 6 a.m.
Do your Sadhana* until 7:30 a.m.
On the rare occasion that you miss a day, drop your friends at SO WHaT! an
email saying so and renew your commitment for the next day.

* We will start our Sadhana with a light warm up (you can decide what you
want to do) followed by Padmasadhana (Aasanas + 1st round of Naadi Shodhan
pranayama + Om Namah Shivaya chanting + 2nd round of Nadi Shodhan pranayama)
followed by Sudarshan Kriya (3 Stage Pranayama + Bhastrika + Om + Sudarshan
Kriya).

You are more than welcome to share your experiences with us and inspire us -
we promise not to laugh! J

So if you're game for SO WHaT, drop us an email saying so at
groupsadhana@googlegroups.com following which we will send you an
invitation. Once you accept the invitation you're part of us!

Remember, the next time your mind says "OH! I wish I could sleep some more."
Or "OH! It's 5 'o' clock already!!???" just throw out your blanket, sit up
in your bed and say "SO WHAT!"

Here's saying goodbye to 2011. Wish you a wonderful 2012. May we always move
forward in love and commitment!

Jai Gurudev!

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 7:24 AM
Subject: Mega Sahaj Samadhi Meditation Course in Chennai With Dr. Manikantan

What is Sahaj Samadhi Meditation?
Meditation is universal. It transcends all divides like religion, country
and culture. It is a gift given to mankind to access the infinite spirit not
limited by any identity. It is the only tool that can aid a person to return
to innocence.

Modern life style has high exposure to anger, hate, fear and other negative
emotions. These human emotions have a high tendency to duplicate and spread.
For example, when a person gets cheated, he starts to suspect everything
around him. This also has an impact on people around him. These emotions
form strong impressions and opinions on an individual and social level. The
result of which is an insecure individual and an unstable society.

Meditation helps an individual overcome these emotions to facilitate a calm
peaceful mind and a healthy and stress free body. Upon daily practice an
individual will blossom into an unshakable personality. With increase in the
number of people who are clam, peaceful and healthy will facilitate a social
transformation, enabling a society that is trusting, happy and content.

All of us really feel blessed to be with Poojya Gurudev for even few moments
In our lives. Imagine the amount of bliss and energy a person will get when
he/she is with Guruji for years together.

Dr. Manikantan has been with Guruji for more than the past 15 years. He is
also one of the most versatile singers in the organization.

Guruji has indicated that this year is the year of happiness and the year to
meditate. Hence, HE has instructed all of us to bring lots of people into
the path of knowledge. Starting with Chennai, lets spread the wave of
knowledge to huge number of people in this city in 2012.

We are very fortunate enough to have such a senior most teacher with us in
Chennai for this Sahaj. Hence, lets all utilize this opportunity to soak
ourselves in Dhyaan, Gnaan and Gaan

ALL ARE WELCOME FOR THIS COURSE - EVEN COMMON PUBLIC WHO HAVENT DONE THE
PART I COURSE ARE ALSO WELCOME TO DO THE COURSE.

Course Details
3rd , 4th and 5th February 2012
(weekend - Friday to Sunday)
Timing - There will be 2 sessions held - a) Morning - 6:00 am to 8:30 am
b) Evening - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Venue - will be intimated soon

Contact details : - 9677164072/9382727690/9500009479

A bonus for all the devotees in Chennai - we might get soaked in soul
stirring music from Dr. Manikantan. Hence, lets all take the sankalpa to
reach this information to as many as possible and bring huge number of
participants for this course.

With Love
Aravind Soundararajan
Jai Gurudev

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From: Tanya Pratap <tanyapratap@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 5:00 AM
Subject: Weekly Chanting and Knowledge Session in South Mumbai

Guruji said that according to the Vedic calendar, 2012 is the year of
'Nanda' i.e. the year of HAPPINESS !

And we all know that the best way to experience this happiness, expand this
happiness and keep eternal this happiness is by moving inwards.

So this New Year commit to yourself, commit to your HAPPINESS! Don't settle
for anything less than the highest.

When: Every Tueday
Time: 10:30 am to approx 12pm
Program: Chanting / Meditation followed by Video or Audio Knowledge CD
Where: Peddar Road in South Mumbai
Confirm Your Presence: 98214 39590 with Tanya to receive exact address
details.

Hurry ! Why wait to be Happy?!

Jai Guru Dev
Tanya

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From: Dr M Lavanya <lmrjgd@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 12:16 AM
Subject: Art of Living Advance Course with Rishi Vidhyadharji Jan 26-29,
2012 in Chembur, Mumbai

As Guruji loves to say, Ever New Happy You ! .... a very Happy 2012 to All
!

We have fantastic news !
After a long gap, Rishi Vidhyadharji will be teaching the Advanced Course
again in Mumbai .. this time @ Chembur !

Venue :
Nalanda Education Foundation,
Grand Nalanda Hall, Dr B R Ambedkar College, Lokhandeya Marg, Chembur (W),
Mumbai.

Course Dates: 26th - 29th January, 2012. (6 AM Thursday morning - 6 PM
Sunday evening). 26th January (Republic Day) is a Thursday !

So, we can make the most of the extended Republic Day Weekend in the New
Year ! with Fantastic-Yet-Easy Aerobics Yoga,
Profound-Knowledge-delivered-with-Child-Like-Humour and Mind-Blowing
Meditations !

The Sahaj Samadhi Meditation course will also be offered during these days,
and will be open to all (including new-comers to Art of Living).

Accommodation is available on request. Please register early to avail of the
best !

For registration and other details :
Contact : 9322284680 / 9820723328

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 10:08 PM
Subject: DSN IN GOREGOAN WITH ANANDJI

"Breakthrough all barriers & feel that you are blessed, this is the one &
only step you have to take. The rest will all happen." ~Sri Sri.

Inspire Ur Near & Dear to be a part of the wonderful happening;

DSN@Goregaon with.

A N A N D J I

Jan 26 to 29 Janurary .

Enrolment closing this week.

For Reg. Call
9820895629

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From: Seema <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Subject: Wanted to share my experience of IWC n Invite U

A personal Note from my side. I was there for

the conference last year in Bali & it was a wonderful experience . I made
new friends, I met women from diverse cultures & different countries. It
was great learning & knowing new people. We had Women from
Pakistan,Iran,Italy, Russia,Dubai.....& I wondered why we Indian women are
loosing this opportunity to be a part of this conference. We have no clue
how well this conference is planned & organized & how Bhanu Didi puts in so
much effort for us to have the best. All the funds collected; that we pay as
fees is used to fund projects in villages & women empowerment . You can go
through the details in the brochure attached. My Invitation is all Women
teachers of Art Of Living,our friends & our extended family should not miss
being a part of this prestigious conference. I am not very good in writing,
but I just felt the need to share and express . We have a special package
for teachers, pls avail it. GURUJI is going to be there too during those
days. I remember one night we had a Jam session with Usha Uttap & we danced
with all dignitaries & Bhanu Didi till late , it was so good I can't tell
you. We had loads of fun last time & also got a Goodie Bag with small gifts
from Bhanu Didi when we left as a token of love. The team this time has
planned a very good Menu / comfortable stay / excellent speakers.......much
more. We are also giving the participant a part I or SSY course during the
conference. Let's be a part of Bhanu Didi's Vision and Spread the word ,
Send your friends & U Also be there :) Looking forward to having good fun
and making more friends this time too.Call me for more details .....
Seema Lamba-9820895629

Jai Gurudev,
We welcome you to be a part of the International Women's Conference 2012
(IWC 2012) at the Art of Living International Center, Bangalore.
. International Women's Conference
. "Women & Technology" Back to the future and return to the source!

February 3rd, 4th and 5th of 2012 will see yet another international
conference, which will be held at our International Art of Living Center,
Bangalore.
Here are a few highlights of IWC 2012:

To mention a few of our Hon'ble speakers:

Jai Guru Dev!

Team IWC 2012

Call - 9820895629

iwc@artofliving.org
http://iwc.artofliving.org/iwc/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/International-Womens-Conference-2012
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/voicesofiwc

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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 2, 2012 at 3:31 AM
Subject: 2012 SINGERS TO USHER THE YEAR OF HAPPINESS IN NORTHERN SRILANKA

2012 singers to usher in the Year of Happiness in Northern Sri Lanka

In what is seen as the most optimistic prediction and a much-needed blessing
for humanity His Holiness Sri Ravi Shankar`s message for the New Year has
already brought tons of cheer and hope to millions across the world. Sri
Sri opens his New Year message on a brilliantly inspiring note thus " In
your personal life have a strong conviction , the faith that all is well
and all good is going to happen to me". Putting aside the much touted
doomsday story that the world is coming to an end, Sri Sri goes on to say
"According to the Vedic calendar from March 2012 onwards the year is called
`Nanda` meaning happiness .the year of happiness. First comes happiness and
the year that follows is called victory. You will be happy and victorious,
so don't` worry. Resolve to do some good work in society".

Inspired by Sri Sri`s vision and mission , the Art of Living Foundation
in Sri Lanka is organizing a grand choir of 2012 people to sing the most
revered Tamil devotional poetry called Thevaram on February 11th and 12th .
This program is to be held for the first time in Jaffna and Vadamarachi
towns of Northern Sri Lanka. Several thousand students, youth, artists
and dignitaries are expected to participate which would be the first mega
public event in Northern Sri Lanka since the conclusion of the war in May
2009.

The Thevaram is the most cherished and popular tamil devotional poetry
embedded with spiritual teachings. In Tamil "Theva" means The Divine and
"aram" denotes a beautiful garland, representing the first seven volumes of
the Tirumurai, the twelve-volume collection of Tamil Saivite devotional
poetry. All seven volumes are dedicated to the works of the three most
prominent Tamil poets known as Nayanars - Sambanthar and Appar lived around
the 7th century AD, while Sundarar lived in the 8th century AD. During the
Pallava period these three poets travelled extensively delivering discourses
and songs characterized by devotion to Lord Shiva.

"All the hymns in the Thevaram (called pathikam in Tamil) are in sets of
ten. The hymns are set to music denoted by Panns and are part of the canons
of Tamil music " shares Swami Sadyojathah, Director, Art of Living
International Office. This unique event is also expected to see the
participation of admirers of Tamil literature and music from Europe,
Malaysia, US and India.

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From: MANI KANDAN <nmani76@gmail.com>
Subject: Blessings Course with Swami Sadyojathah @ Coimbatore - Jan 6-8

We are very happy to announce an opportunity to do the Blessing Course with
Swami Sathyajotha @ Coimbatore from January 6th to 8th, 2012. It's a rare
opportunity and a blessing indeed for anybody to participate in this very
special program!

The blessings course is a fabulous course with the most amazing processes
and meditations. It takes you into a different level of meditation. Each
meditation is unique and makes you dive into infinity. The kindness and
compassion of our Master is beyond words. Come do it and you'll experience
the best gift you have ever received. You become a perfect instrument for
the Master's Grace to flow through.

This is a great opportunity for all devotees of TamilNadu as this is the
first Blessing Course in TamilNadu and would predominantly be in Tamil. The
eligibility and other details are as follows:

Eligibility: Minimum 2 (two) Part II (AMC) courses.
Reporting Time on 6th Jan: 8.30am
Course Timing: 6th Jan - 9.00am to 7.00 pm; 7th Jan 6.30am to 7.00pm; 8th
Jan - 6.30am to 4.00 pm course Donation: Rs.6000/- (same for repeaters)

Please note: The course is non-residential. However accomodation at a
location close to the venue can be arranged. Dormitory accomodation is free
of cost. 2-3 sharing Rs.900 (for all 3 days put together). Lunch would be
provided on all 3 days. Breakfast would be provided on 7th & 8th January. No
dinner would be provided on any of the days.

For registrations contact:
Mr. Elango - 94437 21644 (elango68@gmail.com) Ms. Lokanayaki - 94431 26774
Ms. Beena Mohan 92444 18012

Kindly forward this to all our teachers/devotees/volunteers/office bearers.

Regards,
Vengatesh CR
Member - TN Apex

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2012-01-02T22:00:00.001-08:00

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Topics in this edition

1. Click & You Are Home With The Master

2. YES!2 at Bangalore Ashram

3. Videos: Riding on the Wave: An Evening with Sri Sri in Mumbai

4. SAHAJ SAMADHI MEDITATION WITH DR.MANIKANDAN

5. Knowledge from Sri Sri... Freedom And Discipline

6. Mahasatsang with guruji 27th nov 11 in east delhi - photos

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From: jeffrey@artofliving.or.id
Date: Mon, Dec 26, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Subject: Click & You Are Home With The Master
www.artoflivingcourseindonesia.com

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From: vani rao vanirao@gmail.com
Date: Sun, Dec 25, 2011 at 9:29 AM
Subject: YES!2 at Bangalore Ashram

Jai Guru Dev

Good News for who have done YES!.

You can join YES!2 happening at Bangalore Ashram from 29th Dec to Jan 2.
Reporting is on 28th Dec.

You have bonus of Sumeru Sandhya with Rishiji and Bawa's Special Winter
Flavor along with course and New Year Celebration.

Regards
Vani
9379806397

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, Dec 25, 2011 at 4:05 AM
Subject: Videos: Riding on the Wave: An Evening with Sri Sri in Mumbai

Jaigurudev Dear Ones,

Yesterday, due to some technical reasons, we were unable to do the live
webcast of the event - Riding on the Wave: An Evening with Sri Sri, from
Mumbai

Below are the video links of the event, due to some technical issue, the
video is not clear at time in it, but the audio is clear throughout

Part 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SglwYKObsE

Part 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TK4kggITeWo

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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 8:33 PM
Subject: SAHAJ SAMADHI MEDITATION WITH DR.MANIKANDAN

Sahaj Samadhi Meditation--EFFORTLESS PATH TO TRUE RELAXATION THROUGH
MEDITATION

Everyone has experienced a meditative state in moments of deep joy, or when
completely engrossed in an activity, when just for a moment the mind becomes
so light and at ease. While we have such moments, we are unable to repeat
them at will. The Sahaj Samadhi course teaches you how. This meditation
technique almost instantly alleviates the practitioner from stress-related
problems, deeply relaxes the mind and rejuvenates the system.

Sahaj is a Sanskrit word that means natural or effortless. Samadhi is a
deep, blissful, meditative state. Sahaj Samadhi meditation is a natural,
effortless system of meditation.

Regular practice of the technique can totally transform the quality of one's
life, by culturing the system to maintain the peace, energy and expanded
awareness throughout the day. These meditation techniques combined with
yogic practices can ensure good health and a calm mind.

Meditation allows the conscious mind to settle deeply in the Self, giving it
rest, when the mind settles down, it lets go of all tension, making one
healthy and focused

How does Sahaj Samadhi meditation work?

The participant is taught to use a simple sound mentally which allows the
mind to settle down and go within. When the mind and nervous system are
allowed to repose a few moments in the profound silence, the blocks that
clog the system and our progress gradually dissolve.

How does reposing in the Self help in day-to-day life?

When a river is calm, its reflection is clearer. When the mind is calm,
there is greater clarity in the field of expression. Our powers of
observation, perception and expression improve. As a result we are able to
communicate effectively and clearly.

Why do I need a mantra?

In Sanskrit, a mantra is described as, "Manana trayate iti mantra.". Iti
Mantra is that which saves you from repetitiveness. A repetitive thought is
a worry. Mantras help to free you from worries Jai Gurudev

We will be having Sahaj Meditation course in Chennai From Feb 3 to 5th Feb.
There will be 3 sessions. Course donation 1500/- It is very important that
everyone should practice this meditation. This is open to non aol members
also. Kindly inform all your family members friends to attend this
programme.

Faculty: Dr.Manikandan (MANIBHYYA) from Ashram

ENJOY THE MEDITATION WITH DIVINE SATSANG.

Gurujis messege about the Sahaj attached. Venue will be announced shortly.

For Details contact. 9382727690,9677164072,9500009479.

Regards

Soundararajan

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From: Vinay Girotra girotrav@shriamba.com
Date: Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 4:38 AM
Subject: Knowledge from Sri Sri... Freedom And Discipline

Freedom And Discipline
Freedom and discipline are opposites and complementary. The purpose of
defense is to protect freedom. But is there freedom in defense? Do soldiers
have freedom? No, they are totally bound, not even allowed to put the right
foot down when told the left foot. Their steps are measured and they are
unable even to walk with a natural rhythm. There is total lack of freedom in
defense. That which has absolutely no freedom is protecting the freedom of
the country! So it is with the police; they protect the freedom of the
individual. But are they free?
Discipline protects freedom. They both go hand in hand. Understand this and
go ahead in life. You have some restrictions and it is this that allows you
freedom. You can choose to focus either on freedom or discipline, and this
makes you happy or unhappy. Freedom without discipline is like a country
without a defense.
Fences should be fences; a fence cannot be built all over the property. If
your fence is all over, how can you build on the property? That state of
high absolute freedom is too difficult; we need to be very practical. Yes,
there is a state of unlimited bliss, the freedom Advaita talks about. The
Advaita Knowledge has been totally misused or used according to one's own
fancies and conveniences.
There must be awareness in the mind, love in the heart, and righteousness in
action.
Love and fear are two possibilities that put you on track. The Jewish
religion put fear as the main thing so that life could improve. Nature
induces fear at a certain age in a child. When a child is very young, it
gets 100 percent time and love of the mother. The child has no fear. As the
child grows more independent it becomes cautious. Nature brings in an iota
of fear. With freedom, the child starts walking carefully. Fear of losing
freedom also brings defense. The purpose of defense is to eliminate fear.
On this path Knowledge is your Freedom and also your Defense.

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From: N.M. Gupta nmgupta01@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, Dec 22, 2011 at 7:51 PM
Subject: Mahasatsang with guruji 27th nov 11 in east delhi - photos

dear all

jgd

i am giving hereinbelow the link to the album of mahasatsang with guruji
held in east delhi on 27th nov. enjoy the fond memories

love

narinder mohan

link to the album
https://picasaweb.google.com/107355363241654358251/27NovGURUJIMAHASATSANG?au
thuser=0&feat=directlink

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Topics in this edition

1. Art of Silence - erase impressions

2. Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri...The highest flowering in life is being in
love

3. You are the Witness of all events: Part-2 course at Powai, Mumbai

4. Historic First ever Art of Silence Course in the new US Ashram - ONLY 15
SPOTS LEFT!!

5. The Art of Living MATRIMONY MEET - GUJARAT 2012

6. Pay Forward initiative YES+! Bulgaria

7. Now watch Live Satsang Webcast on Facebook too!!

8. New Year Special Long Kriya and Meditation

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From: Sridhar Govindan sridhar.govindan@artofliving.org
Date: Thu, Dec 22, 2011 at 8:24 AM
Subject: Art of Silence - erase impressions

Beloved Ones,
Jai Gurudev!
"Meditation erases the impressions and improves the expression" H.H. Sri Sri
Ravi Shankar Come start the new year 2012 with erased impressions and
blissful expressions at the Art of Silence course residence course at Sri
Sri Center for Peace and Meditation in Washington DC.
The Art of Silence course is an opportunity to go deep inside into oneself
and experience the space around. The course gives an opportunity to
Refresh, Recharge, Renew andReturn to activities with rejuvenated energy,
greater clarity and peace of mind. It is designed to put the smile back on
your face!
Registration Link:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11378
Location: 2401 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
Dates: Jan 12, 2012 6:30P to Jan 16, 2012 5:00P
Contact: sridhar.govindan@artofliving.org Seats are limited, sign-up soon.
Yours in Silence,
Washington DC Team

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From: Vinay Girotra girotrav@shriamba.com
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 10:19 PM
Subject: Knowledge Sheet from Sri Sri...The highest flowering in life is
being in love

The highest flowering in life is being in love December 20, 2011
Q: Guruji, I am a psychologist. I want to know how can spirituality add to
my knowledge and make it more holistic.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Meditation can turn around many psychiatric problems.
Study consciousness more deeply. Study the Bhagavad Gita, study Yoga
Vasishta and then you will understand more about what consciousness is.
Read the teaching of Lord Buddha and Mahavir. They have spoken about the
different aspects of consciousness and the different modules of
consciousness. That will also help.

Q: Guruji, I understand that I am God but I do not experience it. Why is it
so?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Unless you have experienced it, you cannot understand
it.
You simply have heard someone say it.
But that is okay. Keep it at the back of your mind and just live simply and
naturally. Know that the highest flowering in life is being in love and
acting through love.
You may not feel love all the time and everywhere. Many times we try to feel
love as an emotion. Love is not an emotion, it is our very existence.
So, 'God is love' should not be taken as being more emotional. You have just
heard somebody saying you are God, okay let it be! Just go through your
experience. You are nobody, you are an expanded awareness; know that much.
First understand what you are not then what you are comes to you
spontaneously.

Q: What should I do as a believer when people criticize my Guru, my
religious book or my belief?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Just give a big smile.
Tell them you smile at their ignorance. That one comment does more work than
getting angry at them.
If someone says something against what you hold dear, say 'I pity your
ignorance.' That is all. What can you do? You can't change someone's wrong
thinking by force. They won't take it.
In those situations, sarcasm is the best way to handle it. Your sarcasm goes
like an arrow into their mind and breaks the barrier which they might have
created for themselves.
Tell them, 'I feel sorry for your ignorance' and that is good enough.

See, now there is an attempt to ban Bhagavad Gita in Russia. I said this is
injustice done to the people of Russia. We are anyway reaping the benefit of
Bhagavad Gita. But the people of Russia being denied of Bhagavad Gita is an
unpardonable injustice done to them by their own people. We don't lose
anything but they are at loss.

Q: Though India had so much of spiritual wealth for a long period of time,
how come India was invaded under the British rule for so many years? Is
there a spiritual significance for this?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, the wheel of change takes over.
When autumn comes, the leaves change colour and in winter the leaves drop
from the trees, but the tree remains. In the same way, in Kalyuga there was
a downfall. It happened to almost every country.
If you watch the global scenario, India was at the top at one point of time
and then it collapsed. Before that, Mongolia was at the top and Mongolia
collapsed. Mongols had gone all the way up to Europe and then they came to
India as well.
The Mughals came from Mongolia.
Then India was shining once upon a time. India's influence went as far as
Peru in South America. There were Shiva Lingas and statues of Ganesha found
in Mexico. India's influence also went till Australia, New Zealand and Japan
during the Mahabharata time. India was all over the place.
The Canadian province, Nova Scotia (Nav Kosha) was mentioned in Mahabharata.

'Nav' means nine; 'kosha' means the measurement of time. There is nine hours
difference between India and the Canadian province Nova Scotia.
California was called Kapilaranya. When it is day in India, it is night in
Kapilaranya.
That is what the scriptures would say and today California and India has
exactly twelve hours time difference.
So once upon a time this civilization was present all over the world and
then it shrank.

After that England came. A small little country from north of Europe and its
influence spread throughout the world. As far as New Zealand to Canada and
through America. The whole of Africa was taken over.
Then the influence of England also started shrinking and today it is only
with England.
There was a time when the sun would never set in the Kingdom of UK. But that
also lasted for a few decades.
At the same time, the Portuguese were colonising the whole of Brazil. Spain
colonised the entire Latin and South America. All their local languages
disappeared and the Spanish language spread over the entire continent of
South America and Central America. So time has its own rhythm. These things
come and go.

Q: What to do when I am missing you a lot?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Listen to the knowledge and engage in service.
Be creative, write something. There are so many things you can do.
Longing and love go together. One cannot exist without the other.

Q: Guruji, when a person reincarnates, what knowledge gets transmitted from
the past life to the new life?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Many different disciplines can be transmitted. There
is no criterion to know. The deepest impression in you gets transmitted
further.

Q: Guruji, what is Vigyan Bhairav? Please throw some light on it.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Vigyan Bhairav is a unique scripture of Kashmiri
Shaivism.
Only a Yogi or an intellectual can provide the essence of it. The gist of
this book is that all this is consciousness and has arisen from
consciousness.
Dive deep into consciousness through meditation so that every particle of
your being is awakened in consciousness. This is the main essence of it.
Just realize this!

Q: Guruji, do relationships make us stronger or weaken us?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: It depends on the mind.
The relationship can take form either as strength or as a weakness depending
on the mind. If the mind is strong then relationships can be like a gift to
us, but if the mind is weak and not in control, then relationships can feel
like bondage.

Q: Guruji, you had advised us to increase worthiness through seva, sadhana
and satsang. That is what I did. Now I feel that I have greater worthiness,
but have achieved very little. This saddens me. Where did the mistake
happen?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: No! You keep increasing your worthiness, and
automatically your worth will grow. The Giver is giving so much, one only
needs to receive.
The Giver is giving away with a thousand hands, but you have only two hands.
How much can you take with two hands?
That is why it is said, spread open your garment (jholi) to receive. Why? So
much is being given which will not fit in your two hands.
Realize that you are getting so much, more than you can manage to take.

Q: If life is a dream, at this moment and in this place, who is witnessing
the dream - I am or is everyone who is present here witnessing the same
dream or is there a different possibility?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Okay, whatever happened until yesterday, was it a
dream? You went to college, came home, ate food, you did everything. Today,
does it appear to be a dream or not? It looks like a dream, isn't it? Whose
dream is it? Your own dream. In the same way, right now also, it is your
very own dream. Everyone has their own separate dream, and we can be in each
other's dream.

Q: Guruji, yesterday you spoke about three kinds of sufferings among which
are man-made sufferings and karmic sufferings. But there are some that
really confuse me, for instance child-labour and bonded-labour. Which
category will we place them in - man-made or karmic?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: It can be a mix of both, some of it may be their karma
and some may be our own doing.
That is why I say, 'Gahana karmano gatih.' The consequences of karma are so
complex that it is impossible even for the most intelligent persons to
analyze it. In everything, there is a little of this truth as well as that
truth.
A child was born into such a family on account of its karma is also a truth,
and an insensitive person instead of helping that child, placed him into the
situation of being a labourer - this man-made suffering is also a truth.

Q: Is there going to be a de-centralized World which is not controlled by
certain people?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: That would be good when there is enough education in
the world.
When people are educated in ethics, then a de-centralized world is a result
of it. It will be a spontaneous outcome of it when people are very
spiritual. This is what is said in the old Indian scriptures as well.
There was no need for a king at all at a time when everyone was living
knowledge because everybody did their job. There was no need for police,
soldiers or an army and no need for even businessmen because there was
everything in abundance in every aspect of life.

But when that is not the case and when there are differences in the world on
all levels; on the social level, economic level, political level, religious
level, and on the level of education, then these hierarchies happen.
There is a scripture in the ancient Vedic tradition that codifies, what is
one's duty and what is one's authority.
It says, don't exercise authority, but there is duty for every one of us to
do. So if everyone does their duty, then there is no need for one to control
anything.
But when people fail their duties, authority comes into power. This is a
natural phenomenon.
In Costa Rica, there is no police. If you remember, a few decades ago there
was no violation of traffic rules or any crime in Bengaluru or Mysore. About
forty to fifty years ago, there was no need of police. You would hardly see
a policeman here or there. This was not too long ago.
Forty to fifty years ago, Mysore had only one hotel. Every home was a guest
house.
People would throw open their homes for guests. Guests would come and stay
free of cost. They would serve them and treat them like Gods. They would
cook for them the best of the foods and offer it to them. And whatever gifts
they receive, they wouldn't agree to take anything.
People would put tents on top of their homes and put beds in them so that
anybody can go and stay in anyone's house.
Today, that has completely disappeared. It is not there because of the
crime. People are afraid to open their doors.
So that type of moral and spiritual strength when it dawns, authority turns
into personal duty.
When crime elevates, authority comes, and authority in turn creates more
crime.
This is a vicious circle that happens.
People who control everything, they become the cause of everything that is
being generated in the society. At the same time, you can't do away with
authorities if there is crime in the society.
But the question is who gets to be the authority?

Democracy is the most beautiful thing to have. But misuse of democracy is
when criminals get elected to parliament and they become the law makers. The
one who breaks the law becomes the law maker of a setup.
Dictatorship is even worse as there is no accountability. But parliamentary
democracy has this big problem. Votes can be bought by money and other
favours and with muscle power.

So we need to look at the system.
Every system has got something good in it and some serious flaws. Anarchy
can take over if authority is reduced. Authority can stifle the freedom of
people and hamper progress if it is not in the right perspective, right
dosage and right hands.

When authority falls onto an anarchist or lack of any authority for a
socialist, then they can't do anything.
Sometimes, lack of progress in some of the third world countries is due to
too much parliamentarianism.
To make a road it has to go through the parliament and pass through many
levels because nobody wants to take the authority and take the
responsibility and act. Everything is postponed or there is a sort of
tendency to procrastinate. Things never move. So, a strong leader is
essential.
At the same time what is really needed is wisdom. Being a servant of people
rather than thinking one has an authority over the people.
Whether it is a business man, politician or an officer, they all should bear
this in mind, including spiritual and religious leaders. If they think they
have control over people, they have authority over people then it is a
disaster. They would cause more harm than good to people.
Many times the religious head of a particular group gives a whip and says
you all must vote for this particular party or these particular people. This
is very wrong. It is robbing people of their freedom. Many times in the
North East if you want to conduct a yoga course there, the head of the
religious institution has to give a permit for the yoga course to be
conducted. And if they find out that the people are doing yoga, then they
create so much guilt in them. 'You are a sinner; you are going to satanic
things.' This should not be done.

That is why in ancient days, and ancient people in this country had a very
different approach. They never emphasized authority. They only spoke about
'tyaga', renunciation.

Many times people ask me, why is there not one pope for Hinduism like you
have for Catholics or Islam, for the whole nation.
I said, the structure itself is such that it is very different. It is not
like one authority; it is an inspiration.
No one had to give me a title; you are a saint from today. It all happens by
one's action. When you walk the talk, you become an inspirational model.
Nobody gave Mahatma Gandhi an authority but his life itself became an
inspiration for many to walk the path.
Same with Aurobindo, nobody told Aurobindo, 'From today you have this
authority'. No! But his words had such an impact on so many.

Q: Guruji, what is the importance of a name? If there is nothing, then why
do Swamis and Rishis after becoming Swamis and Rishis, get a new name?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: It is an ancient tradition. A name is an inspiration.
Swamis and Rishis get a new name because a new chapter of their life has
begun, from being somebody to becoming really nobody.

Q: Guruji, who is a good friend?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A good friend is one with whom when you sit and chat a
little bit you feel your problems are lightened. A not so good friend is one
to whom you take a small problem and when you walk away from him it appears
to be much bigger.

Q: I feel the connection with some people and I don't feel connected to some
people. Why so?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Never mind.
Keep expanding your personality and then one day you will feel connected to
everybody.
Go deeper in meditation.

Q: Guruji, I know that the path of truth is supreme. However, one has to lie
a little bit in business.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes! In business, one can speak lies to some extent,
as much as there is salt in the food. If you speak too many lies, you are
likely to get into trouble. And if you do not add any salt, you will not be
able to eat the food. So if lies exceed a certain limit, things can go
seriously wrong.
While selling a product, knowing well that it is a second grade product, you
pass it off as first grade or high quality product even though you have no
idea whether it is or not, is okay. It has been said that for a religious
person, a Guru, a Saint and a teacher, speaking lies is absolutely
prohibited; it doesn't happen anyway! For a king, a little bit of lies is
acceptable, and for a trader, a little bit more lies is okay.
So a trader can speak that same amount of lies as there is salt in the food.

Q: Tomorrow the Teacher's Training Course is going to start. Could you
please say something about becoming a teacher?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Being a teacher is a very noble job that you are going
to get into. I am sure you will enjoy it. It is a life transforming
experience.

Q: Moksha is a flavor of the mind before death or does one attain moksha
after death?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Being like one is dead while being alive is moksha.
When the mind dies while you are alive, it is Moksha.

Q: Guruji, what can I do if I love someone very much who is very negative
and I feel incapable to change that person.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Don't lose hope.
Wait for some time, make some more effort. If they change, that is good, but
if they don't change then just move on.

Q: Guruji, a few days back you said that Arjuna's seat is empty. I want to
apply for that post. Am I fit? How should I give my application to you
Guruji?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: It is already done. This question itself is an
application.
Now, keep applying all the knowledge that you have heard.

Q: Guruji, I am addicted to you, is that a problem or will it create a
problem in the future?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Don't worry! Just be carefree.

Q: How to make this song of life, which is the Bhagavad Gita popular in the
pop and twitter generation? Can we have a twitter version of the Gita as
well?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, sure!
Gita has something to offer to every generation, every age group and every
mindset.

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From: Chandrashekar Rai chandrashekar.rai@gmail.com
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Subject: You are the Witness of all events: Part-2 course at Powai, Mumbai

Jai Gurudev Dear Ones,

"Atma Sakshee", you are the witness of all events. They'll all come, splash
like the waves on the shore, and go away - they go away from you.
---- Sri Sri

Our beloved Guruji will be visiting Mumbai on 24th Dec. Those of us who are
attending the Part-2 course are really lucky that we will have a special
enclosure at the venue when we meet Guruji. Moreover, we participants in
Part-2 course at Powai, will go in to silence in the presence of His
Holiness.

Powai - Chandivali AOL team is extremely happy to invite you for a Part-2
course :-) Be the Witness to all events.

Dates: 24th to 27th Dec 2011 (Special session with Guruji during his visit
to Mumbai on 24th Dec)
Venue: SM Shettty School, Powai, Mumbai.
Teacher: Hassan Tafti

Hurry - Last two days. Accomodation available on request.

To register Contact: Preethi 9892490916, Neha 9820211810, Padma 9769173658,
Chandrashekar 8898001424, Gatkal 9820076215

With Love,
Powai - Chandivali AOL Team

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From: Venkat Srinivasan venkat.srinivasan@artofliving.org
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 9:32 AM
Subject: Historic First ever Art of Silence Course in the new US Ashram -
ONLY 15 SPOTS LEFT!!

Historic First ever Art of Silence Course at the New International Center
for Meditation and Well-being (Boone, NC) Dec 29th-Jan 2nd

ONLY 15 SPOTS LEFT!!

The Art of Silence Course is a unique opportunity for all who have taken the
Art of Living Course (Part 1 or yesplus) to sink deep into knowledge and
experience, facilitating the indescribable process of our own awakening.This
course is an opportunity to experience powerful silence along with the deep
serenity of 'Hollow and Empty' meditations.

If we observe our mind is either in the past or in the future. This
vacillation creates stress and saps our system of energy and keeps us from
experiencing the deeper states of our consciousness. The stress of not being
in the present moment covers the state of peace, joy, and love. This course
will focus on bringing the mind into the here and now. It combines silence,
guided meditations, breathing, wisdom and music to bring rest and
rejuvenation to mind and body.
Timings:
Thursday (Dec 29th): 6:30 pm- 9:45 pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Dec 30th & 31st and Jan 1st): 6:30 am- 9:45 pm
with breaks and meals.
Monday (Jan 2nd): 6:30 am- 3 pm with breaks and meals

*** Note: Consider the course a retreat so that you may clear your calendar
accordingly.

You must attend all sessions in order to participate in the program.

ALL vegetarian meals are included.
If you have any special food requirements, please inform Kasia Fraser at
202-320-7394, or kasia.fraser@gmail.com

This course is residential.
TOTAL FEE until Dec 1st:
General $475 ($300 VVM fees + $175 course expenses)+ Housing fee
Students $325 ($150 VVM fees + $175 course expenses)+ Housing fee

Housing Fees (4 options to choose from):
4 Per room:
$80 ($20 per night)
Registration Link:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11200

Contact Info: If you have any questions, please contact Kasia Fraser at
202-320-7394/ kasia.fraser@gmail.com or Venkat Srinivasan at 828-263-4170 /
vsrinivasan@blueridge-nc.com

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From: Uday Krishna udayjgd@gmail.com
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 7:59 AM
Subject: The Art of Living MATRIMONY MEET - GUJARAT 2012 @ Ahmedabad
22/01/2012 Sunday

ART OF LIVING MATRIMONY
VAIDIC DHARMA SANSHTHAN

MATRIMONY MEET - GUJARAT 2012 ( CONNECTING SOULMATES )

"Simplifying choices and connecting satvik families with the blessings of
his holiness Sri Sri RaviShankarji".
Through the platform of AOL Matrimony lots of people have found their
life-partner with the blessings of pujya Gurudev. Incorporating the
tradition, Art Of Living Matrimony Gujarat has arranged Matrimony Meet-2012
on 22-01-2012 (Sunday) at Ahmedabad. Interested candidates can participate
in the same along with their parents and get privilege and help in finding
perfect match. Art of Living devotees and those who are associated with AOL
devotees can participate in the Matrimony Meet.

For participation, candidate is required to register by filling up the
prescribed performa with photograph before 10-01-2012. Attatched as annexure
to this mail.

For Registration
. Deposit Rs 600/- in ICICI Bank Account No 005301046146 in the name
of "VAIDIC DHARMA SANSTHAN". Send original pay in slip/ DD / Cash along
with biodata to the address given below. DD should be written in the favor
of VAIDIC DHARMA SANSTHAN.
For uploading photo and biodata in Art Of Living Matrimony, Bangalore
website Rs 600/- has to be paid additional.

Candidate shall remain present with his/her parents on 22/01/2012 in
"Matrimony Meet-2012" at Ahmedabad. Candidate will be able to refer various
bio-data suited to their expectations.

Spread the message in all follow-ups and Satsang and also to one whom you
know & care for.

For More Details & Registration

Ahmedabad / North Gujarat : Kamlini Pala 9374439949,
Kavita Trivedi 9426317940
Baroda / Central Gujarat : Kunjal Shah 0265-2662294, 9428976707
Rajkot / Saurashtra : Mala Punjabi 9879147334
Surat / South Gujarat : Meghavi Desai 9879676207
E-Mail : vds.matrimony@gmail.com
Address For Sending Biodata
Art Of Living - Matrimony
VVKI Gujarat Apex Body, Plot No.272, Opp. Mayurpankh Society, B/h.
Shaligram Flat, Umiya Vijay, Satellite Road, Ahmedabad-380015.
Phone No: 079-2673031

With Regards
Jai GuruDev
Team Matrimony Gujarat

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From: Alexander Harris alex.harrisc08@gmail.com
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 2:00 AM
Subject: Pay Forward initiative YES+! Bulgaria

Pay Forward

Join our Christmas campaign "Pay Forward"

Have you ever thought what could the power of a kind word or a compliment
be?
It appears that in our busy daily life we forget all those small gestures of
kindness which could mean so much to somebody. I was told a story which both
impressed and inspired me. A girl went out on the street with the intention
to do good deeds. She reached a bridge and there she met another girl, who
was crying and was all in tears. The first one just looked at her and gave
her a compliment from the heart "You are so beautiful!" The second girl was
shocked. The two girls started talking and it appeared that the crying girl
was on this bridge because she wanted to jump from there and commit suicide.
This was the first compliment she received in her whole life. Our idea is to
write letters with Christmas wishes. We write these letters with an innocent
attitude, sincerely, as if we are writing them to someone who is very dear
to us. We want to touch the hearts of the people reading. Don't write any
name of a sender or recipient. In the end of the letter, you can write: "Pay
forward! Do something nice for 3 people around you".
If you like the idea, you can start this campaign in your own country. Here
in Bulgaria we will gather on the 23rd of December and we will randomly post
the letters that we have gathered into different post boxes. In this way
people will be able to read the letters in the morning before Christmas and
start the day with a smile. Let's be the reason for someone to smile, to be
happy. We never know how much a small thing like this could mean to
somebody.

P.S. Here we have made a Facebook event, so people that we don't know
personally can also participate. Such people can send the letters on our
e-mail and after that we are just going to print them and post them to the
post boxes. You could use your inspiration and your own ideas to spread the
message.

http://www.facebook.com/events/153273708108451/

Enjoy and have fun.
Jai Gurudev
Yes+ team Bulgaria

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 11:53 AM
Subject: Now watch Live Satsang Webcast on Facebook too!!

Jaigurudev Dear Ones,

Great News

Now you can watch the live webcast of Satsang with Sri Sri on Facebook too!

The link for the same has been added on the left side column of official
Facebook page of Sri Sri - http://facebook.com/hhsrisriravishankar (Like
this page, to get updates of posts made on it)

So you now have a choice to watch webcast on either of the following links

www.artofliving.org/satsang (here you can read live text transcription also)

www.youtube.com/artoflivingtv

On Facebook as described above

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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 12:16 AM
Subject: New Year Special Long Kriya and Meditation

Jai Guru Dev,
AOL Porur Volunteers invite you all for the New Year Special Long Kriya and
Meditation @ Porur Centre on 1st Jan'12, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We will refresh
our memories on the Part 1 Course knowledge Sutras, commit our self once
again for the dedicated & committed journey on the spiritual path for our
own and family welbeing with Guruji's wonderful tools of 3 S (Sadhana,
Satsang & Service) to have everlasting 4th S(mile). Even if, some one is
not regular in Kriya, once again can be back on sadhana track.

Venue: Lakshmi Nagar Resident Association Hall, 11, 5th Cross St., Lakshmi
Nagar, Porur.

Please bring some fruits or light eatables to have during break at 10 AM.
You may have very light breakfast before joining, as we will have break at
10 AM.

Further, please pass on this message to yr contacts from AOL Family and let
us join together to celebrate New Year with Knowledge. We are planning
sports events too for the kids, details will be available on that day.

Please feel free to call 9444126108/ 9600003834 for any queries.

Jai Guru Dev
AOL Porur Volunteers

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 19 2011

2011-12-21T04:41:00.001-08:00

-----Original Message-----
From: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org [mailto:esatsang@lists.artofliving.org]
On Behalf Of Esatsang
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To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 19 2011

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Topics in this edition

1. Most Awaited Event of 2012

2. Advance Course

3. Scintillating Satsang with Shalini-Srinivas on 1st January

4. Monthly State wise Seva Program for Maharashtra in February

5. Upcoming Events in presence of Sri Sri

6. YESPLUS Winter Break at the Canadian Ashram

7. Part-2 course at Powai, Mumbai

8. Mega Part- 2 Course in Hooghly, West Bengal

9. Intensive Art of Silence with Philip Fraser

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From: Sudarsanan, Ranjith ranjith_sudarsanan@hp.com
Date: Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 5:49 AM
Subject: Most Awaited Event of 2012

Jai Gurudev,
Do you want to be dynamic ?
Do you want to be happy ?
Do you want to achieve your goals ?

Opportunity is knocking your door.
DON'T SAY NO

New Year Special DSN with ANANDJI (International AOL Teacher).

Most Awaited event of 2012, DSN with Anandji @ Bangalore. Lets all be part
of the start of the new era in spirituality.

Course Date : 5-8 Jan 2012
Course Start Time : 5th Jan 2012, 4:43 PM Contact : 98457 02929, 99723 99244
Venue : BBMP Community Hall, Cox Town, Bangalore. Near Komala Restaurant.
Fee : 3000

D.S.N is a very intense and comprehensive course designed by OUR MASTER to
make each one of us realize who we truly are. Through a powerful combination
of Padma Sadhana, special meditations, breathing techniques, group
processes, and deep spiritual knowledge, the DSN course empowers
participants to break through personal inhibitions and barriers of all
kinds. In just 3 days your face will be brightening up, mind will be
lightened of burden and hearts will be filled with love and gratitude.

With regards,
Ranjith

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From: Vithal Pai vithalpai@gmail.com
Date: Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 5:31 AM
Subject: Advance Course

Dear All,

Jai Gurudev!

Start the New Year in the bliss.

PART II ADVANCE COURSE
Complete Residential Advance Course
At Harigram, New Panvel
(River Side Temple Complex)
26th To 29th Jan. 2012

"Love is seeing God in the person
Next to us & meditation is seeing God within us"

The Advance course is an invitation to dive deep into the self & enjoy a
perfect spiritual vacation for mind, body and spirit.

Fun filled sessions of yoga, deep guided meditations, and profound processes
that cleanse, renew, and lead to an experience of inner peace and freedom.
Which stay for long period of time after the course.

Enjoy perfect spiritual vacation.

Limited seats available, Hurry

Contact For Course Registration
Vithal 98211 17922 Vijayanand 98210 13641
Nishaji 98193 86466 Sheetal 98219 30193
Dr.Beena 98921 76219 Chitra 98922 99651
Ambarish 98210 18405 Atul 97020 20556

To & Fro Bus Service Available from Mulund East Reporting 25th Jan. Eve.
8.30PM Return 29th Jan. Eve. 4.30PM

Donation : Rs.3750/-
(Cash / Cheque in favor of VVKI MAB)

Eligibility : Basic (Part - 1) / YES +

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Thanks & regards

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From: Seema Lamba kaur.seema@gmail.com
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 11:40 PM
Subject: Scintillating Satsang with Shalini-Srinivas on 1st January 2012 at
Mumbai, Goregaon West, Punarvas

Dear One!

As the New Year Dawns Make Your Life a True Celebration .

The Art of Living

Proudly Presents

The Most Scintillating Satsang

With the Dynamic Duo

Smt. Shalini & Sri. Srinivas

On Sunday, January 01, 2012

At Punarvas Education Society, opp. Piramal Nagar, S. V. Raod, Goregaon
West, Mumbai 400 062

From 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

THE Place to be in . THE Thing to be doing .

Come! Experience the Bliss of Singing & Enjoy the Joy of Dancing!!

ALL ARE WELCOME

In HIS Service
With Prem & Aum
Lalitha [for & on behalf of team Goregaon-Malad]

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 10:51 PM
Subject: Monthly State wise Seva Program for Maharashtra in February

MONTHLY STATE WISE SEVA PROGRAM
MAHARASHTRA STATE FOR FEBRUARY 2012

Jai Gurudev!
Dear One's,

Guruji's devotees from all over the country if given a chance would love to
contribute and devote their time for seva in Ashram. With Guruji's grace
their wish can come true. Sadhana, seva and satsang in the ashram is in
itself a very fulfilling and transforming experience. So we would love to
call upon those interested to come and experience seva in ashram.
"Seva brings merit. Merit allows you to go deeper in meditation. Meditation
brings back you smile. Be grateful for any opportunity to do seva."-Sri Sri

. *Each State gets a chance 2 or 3 times in a year to do seva in the
ashram. Seva period for Maharashtra starts from 1st to 29th February.
Minimum period for seva in ashram is one month.

. *After completion of one month you will be able to attend one
Complimentary Weekly Advance Course (starts on Thursday every week) {Based
on your seva performance report from the department}.

Criteria:
Seva application should come through the State Apex/Local Teacher/Local
Chapter.
. Part 2/ DSN/ YES+Advance/ YLTP- Either one of these courses should
be completed.
. Minimum 6 months in Art of Living and seva done in local chapter.
. Age: 18+ and medically fit. Mention about any seva done in the
ashram previously.

Procedure:
. *Fill up the Pre-requisite form and the seva application form (please
find the attachments of the forms in this mail or you can get the forms from
your Apex Body).

. *You can submit the forms to your respective State Apex /Local
Teacher/Local Chapter. There will be brief interview with the State
Apex/Local Teacher/Local Chapter and based upon the interview the seva
application forms must be sent to Ashram HR, Bangalore 15 days prior to seva
period via post or email athr@vvmvp.org

. *If your Seva application at the Ashram is accepted, HR will
intimidate the State Apex/Local Teacher/Local Chapter via email. Please
bring your seva confirmation letter. If application is not accepted a
suitable answer will be indicated.

*General Seva mainly comprises of Seva in the Kitchen, Housing and Campus
Maintenance. Those with specific skill set (e.g. Civil engineer, electrical
engineer, doctor etc) can render their Seva based on their skills sets or
for General Seva.

*Travel expenses to be borne by individual applicants.
*Your accommodation will be on shared basis. Food and accommodation is
complimentary. During seva you are not allowed to bring children.

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 8:19 PM
Subject: Upcoming Events in presence of Sri Sri

Jaigurudev Dear Ones,

You can visit the following link to know the details of upcoming events
(Mahasatsangs) in presence of Sri Sri

www.artofliving.org/srisriontour

You can even subscribe to the RSS Feed of this, so that you will be notified
via email about the new events - click here to subscribe

For Indian mobile, you can even subscribe to SMS Alerts, to do that send the
following text to 9870807070

ON srisriontour

Regards,
Harshal
+91 7829068283
Skype : harshalpjadhav www.artofliving.org,www.srisri.org

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From: YES Plus Montreal yesplusmontreal@artofliving.ca
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 6:43 PM
Subject: YESPLUS Winter Break at the Canadian Ashram

YESPLUS Winter Break at the Canadian Ashram
Dec. 26 - Jan.2 - Last week to Register!
=======================================

I AM LOOKING FORWARD to the Winter Break!

"I am really looking forward to resting...Setting an intention is best when
you are at peace. You want to set your goals when your mind is most clear.
This is a time when the dust settles down and it is the best time to set
goals for the next year.
Engineer, 24 yrs, Montreal

"Just the chance to get out of the city and be in nature, I am in between
semesters and it's a really really stressful time. This is a chance for me
to get away and get recharged"
Masters Student, 26 yrs, Ottawa

"To try something completely new, an experience... to dive deeper in
meditation"
Video Games Programmer, 32 yrs, Montreal

ABOUT THE WINTER BREAK
------------------------------------------
Join university students and young professionals from across North America
for a 7-day Epic Winter Break. Our program includes 3 days of winter sports
and activities, six life skills workshops, a YESPLUS refresher & upgrade and
cultural performances followed by the 4-day YESPLUS Art of Silence program.
Seven days of Yoga, winter sports and challenges, arts and life skills
workshops, bonfires, Satsangs, celebration, silence and meditation.

Start your new year on a real natural high with positive intentions and more
practical life skills to add to your YESPLUS toolbox!

Come back home all charged up like a super hero!
It's all happening at our beautiful Art of Living Center in
St-Mathieu-du-Parc in Quebec, a 250 acre Narnia-like winter wonder land.

YESPLUS Winter Break Team
yespluscanada@artofliving.ca
514-655-6366

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From: Chandrashekar Rai chandrashekar.rai@gmail.com
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 9:43 AM
Subject: Only That Love is worth having in Life: Part-2 course at Powai,
Mumbai

Jai Gurudev dear Ones,

Cut this pattern in you, which has been there so long, so old. Cut it. Cut
them and rise up and relate yourself with the divine as a Servant or as a
Beloved, as the lover for all time. Only That Love is worth having in Life.
---------- Sri Sri

We are all fortunate that Guruji will be visiting Mumbai on 24th Dec. All of
us attending the Part-2 course are luckier that we will have a special
enclosure at the venue when we meet Guruji. Moreover, participants in Part-2
course at Powai, will go in to silence in the presence of His Holiness.

Powai - Chandivali AOL team is joyful in inviting you for a Part-2 course
:-)

Dates: 24th to 27th Dec 2011 (Special session with Guruji during his visit
to Mumbai on 24th Dec)
Venue: SM Shettty School, Powai, Mumbai.
Teacher: Hassan Ali Tafti

Register Today. Accomodation available.

To register Contact: Preethi 9892490916, Neha 9820211810, Padma 9769173658,
Chandrashekar 8898001424, Gatkal 9820076215

With Love,
Powai - Chandivali AOL Team

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From: Chandan Prasad jgdchandan@gmail.com
Date: Sat, Dec 17, 2011 at 12:16 AM
Subject: Mega Part- II Course in Hooghly, West Bengal with "AKASH JI"

We proudly announce a Mega Part- II Course in Hooghly with "AKASH JI" (First
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DATE - 20 - 23 JANUARY, 2011.

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From: Akash Verma akash.artofliving@gmail.com
Date: Sun, Dec 18, 2011 at 7:15 PM
Subject: Intensive Art of Silence with Philip Fraser

Sri Sri Ashram is delighted to invite you to the Intensive Art of Silence
course with Philip Fraser. Join us for a weekend of deep rejuvenating
meditations, soulful music, healthy wholesome vegetarian meals and joyful
yoga sessions. You will be pleased that you gave yourself this refreshing
treat in the new year.

Prerequisites: 3 regular Art of Silence courses must be completed prior to
taking this course.

Course Dates: Thu Jan12 - Mon Jan16 2012
(Course starts in the evening on Thu)
Course Venue: Sri Sri Ashram
7802 Ranch Road 1051
Uvalde TX 78801
Registration link:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11237

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 16 2011

2011-12-18T05:19:00.001-08:00

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Topics in this edition

1. Guruji in Mumbai on 24th Dec

2. Intensive Art of Silence with Philip Fraser

3. Subscribe to Live Webcast via SMS!

4. Wisdom from Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

5. Examination Special - YES! Course in East Delhi from 22-25Dec. 2011

6. Vedic maths

7. Blessings Course in Mumbai with Vinaya Didi

8. Follow @SriSriSpeaks - tweets from Guruji!!

9. AMC WITH ARUNJI AT COUTRALLAM

10. Seva in Feb for Maharashtra State(MSSP)

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From: Archana Bhingarde archanasb2002@gmail.com
Date: Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Subject: Guruji in Mumbai on 24th Dec

Jai Gurudev !

Enthralling news !!!!!! Divine is coming here next week.

Youth event organised by Times of India at Mumbai on 24th Dec 2011.

None of us need an invitation to be there !!!!!!!!

All of us will meet at K J Somayya Ayurvihar complex, Sion

Timing : 7pm to 9pm.

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From: Sri Sri Ashram - Communication communication@srisriashram.org
Date: Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 9:03 AM
Subject: Intensive Art of Silence with Philip Fraser

Sri Sri Ashram is delighted to invite you to the Intensive Art of Silence course with Philip Fraser. Join us for a weekend of deep rejuvenating meditations, soulful music, healthy wholesome vegetarian meals and joyful yoga sessions. You will be pleased to have given yourself this refreshing treat in the new year.

Prerequisites: 3 regular Art of Silence courses must be completed prior to taking this course.
Course Dates: Thu Jan12 - Mon Jan16 2012
(Course starts in the evening on Thu)
Course Venue: Sri Sri Ashram
7802 Ranch Road 1051
Uvalde TX 78801
Contact: Akash Verma ‪‪(512)298-4334
courses@srisriashram.org Registration link: http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11237

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 11:36 PM
Subject: Subscribe to Live Webcast via SMS!

Jaigurudev Dear Ones,

You can now receive sms alerts on your mobile phones, to watch the Live Webcast of Satsang

You can read the live text translation of webcast on your mobile itself!

And if your mobile browser supports youtube's live stream then you can even watch it on it!

Below is the link for subscription via internet

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From: Vinay Girotra girotrav@shriamba.com
Date: Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 3:56 AM
Subject: Wisdom from Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

You are complete
Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:46 PM PST
There are two basic instincts in human beings, one is food, the other is sex. These you have been doing in all the lifetimes, when you were an animal and now as a human being. You are born out of these two - food and sex.
It is so beautiful that in this country (India) they connected both these with Divinity. Food is connected with God. In the Upanishads, it is said 'Food is God'. When you consider food as God you will not over eat. You don't simply stuff food but you eat food with so much honour. No festival in India goes without food. And when you go to temple the first thing they give is some Prasad. Prasad is just a little bit of food that is given. Without Prasad there is no pilgrimage, no festival. Food is connected with God.
Similarly, sex is also connected with God. Otherwise you keep sex separate and think this is my material life and think of God as different. But here the ancient people, they linked that to God so that no aspect in you remains away from God. A basic instinct doesn't remain away from God. That is why they put Radha Krishna and Shiva Parvathi. Shiv Ling is a symbol of that. So when you honour sex and consider it as part of Divinity, then your obsession disappears, lust disappears and sacredness dawns.
And the basic instinct from being an aggressive lust gets transformed into a submissive love. This is the ancient thought. But some people are misusing yoga for their enjoyment of the carnal instincts, this is wrong. This is a blunder. It should be the other way around. Whenever there is a carnal instinct transform that into a Divine inner experience. There is a beautiful word in Sanskrit called Atma Rati, union with one's being, oneself. Rejoicing in one's own self.
There are two things, Prakriti (nature) and Purusha (consciousness). Nature and consciousness inter play all the time. Your body and soul. You body is female and your soul is male. So their coupling is happening all the time. And seeing that union within oneself is Samadhi.
That is why Samadhi is considered to be a thousand times more joyful than the carnal instincts. Whatever joy sex gives, Samadhi is thousand times more joyful because there is no effort, there is no action there. It is only Being and just Being. So just the Being consciousness, the play and display of consciousness comes to one's awareness, comes to one's experience. This is very beautiful.
Don't keep any corner of your existence away from Divinity. The Divine should be interwoven into every aspect of your life and this is called Brahmacharya, which means moving in the infinity, uniting with the infinity.
Isn't that so beautiful?! It is very deep and very high knowledge. If you don't get it in one time, never mind, keep listening and keep understanding and one day you will say, 'Ah! That is what Guruji was talking about.'
So here (in India) when you go to any temple anywhere you find both the aspects, Shiva and Parvathi, Prakrathi Purusha. Consciousness and matter. This is to first recognize the duality and then see the unity. They are not two, they are not different, they are two sides of the same coin. You are complete.
What does this mean? You are both man and woman. Coming out of this label, 'I am man', 'I am woman' - Getting out of your identity. This is Vedanta, the highest philosophy of the universe.
We keep identifying our selves, 'I am a man', 'I am a woman', 'I am old', 'I am young', 'I am educated', 'I am illiterate'. Throw away all these labels. What remains is pure consciousness. Do not even say I am consciousness. Just know I am consciousness and not even say it. Don't go around saying I am nothing.
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.
When you consider the basic instincts of food and sex as sacred then the aggression in you disappears and surrender dawns in you. Gratefulness and love dawn in you.
That is when it is said the devotee and the Divine have become One. They have merged into One!
It is so fascinating, isn't it?!
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From: N.M. Gupta nmgupta01@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 9:27 AM
Subject: Examination Special - YES! Course in East Delhi from 22-25Dec. 2011

EXAMINATION SPECIAL

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or
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is a powerful student program offered by The Art Of Living
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Graduates of this program report improved focus and concentration, enhanced creativity and efficiency throughout the day immediately impacting studies and preparing students for challenges both in work and in private life.

The Course is partly based on innovative breathing techniques that releases stress and incorporates basic prinicples of effective living thereby heightening mental clarity and awareness.

It is a Unique program since it is not based on quick-fix solutions, theoretical concepts, or superficial success formulas - but rather on practical tools that can be immediately put to use for direct and tangible results.

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An amazing faculty comprising of DEAREST & ROCKING THE BEST OUR RASHMI DIDI WILL facilitate the workshop.

For registrations contact : 9650996011-14

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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 9:19 AM
Subject: Vedic maths

Vedic Maths

Date: 10, 11, 17, 18 Dec
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Venue: F-3, Amaravathi Apartments, Maharajapuram Santhanam Road, T.Nagar, Chennai
Contact: Padmini Sekar - 9382342586

What is Vedic Mathematics?
Ø Vedic Math is a unique ancient system, which helps to carry out tedious and cumbersome mathematical operations in a simple way.
Ø Entire mathematics is based on sixteen simple Sutras or Rules. It was rediscovered by Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji.
Ø These Sutras describe the way the mind naturally works and are therefore a great help in directing the student to the appropriate method of solution.
Ø The whole emphasis of the Vedic Mathematics system is on the process and movement taking place in the mind at the time that a problem is being solved. The effect of this is to bring the mind into the present moment.
How is Vedic Mathematics Useful in Process of Meditation?
Ø A sharp active mind is a pre-requisite for successful meditation and experience of the higher realms of life.
Ø As the Vedic math brings mind forcefully to the present and it will aid in concentration of mind which is a precursor to meditative state. Thus regular practice of Vedic math is a useful aid to those who like to get full benefits of meditation.
Ø The Sastra says 'this atma is not for the weak (na ayam atma balaheenena labhyaha), the ultimate truth is not available for cognition for a person weak of mind. So to make the mind stronger, sharper, and active Vedic math practice is a must for all who aspire for meditation.
How is Vedic Mathematics Useful for Women and elderly persons?
Ø This will dramatically improve the self-respect of those women who are perceived to be weak in handling numbers.
Ø As women interact more with children and society, they can spread the Vedic math culture to the family and whole society.
Ø Having a few extra and useful tips on math will greatly increase the respect and love of modern day kids who think nannies and grand father are good only for playing and story telling.
How is Vedic Mathematics different?
While doing arithmetical calculations, we deal with ten numbers 0 to 9. Each one of these has got peculiar properties and ways of behavior. If these are closely looked at, we have newer and newer methods of doing calculations.
Vedic Mathematics is a good means of performing calculations mentally; it also keeps before us more than one way of doing a particular calculation. There are many advantages in using a flexible, mental system. One can come up with their own innovative methods of carrying out calculations, without being restricted to one particular method. This leads to more creative, interested and intelligent pupils.
Why should one study Vedic Mathematics, what are it's advantages over regular mathematics?
Ø Vedic Math is simpler yet more intelligent than regular Math.
Ø Mathematical problems can be solved with amazing speed and accuracy Ø Large Operations can also be done mentally Ø Problems are reduced to one-line answers Ø One need not know the multiplication tables of numbers above 5 Ø Vedic Mathematics can be mastered with ease and speed Ø Answers can be verified with stunning speed Ø In Vedic Math we make use of our own mental faculties and the tremendous potential of the brain Ø Utilizes both the left-brain (logic) and the right brain (creativity) Ø Improvement in our mental ability, sharpness, creativity and intelligence Ø Reduces our dependence on calculators Ø Numbers become playful, removing the fear and anxiety of Math.
Ø Vedic Math is complementary to regular Math taught in schools. Students learning Vedic Math excel at school.
Ø Invaluable tool for competitive exams such as engineering, management, banking, etc.
How is Vedic Mathematics useful for kids?
Scared of Math? Fear of Numbers?
The requirement for doing multiplications using Vedic Math is to know the tables up to 5 x 5. You can solve any problem very easily. Math becomes an easy subject that is fun to learn. Fear of math is completely removed.
Scoring low in Math?
You learn new techniques of doing the same problems in much easier way, and also you can check your answers independently. The techniques that are taught are simple to use, easy and fun to learn. Math skills improve and performance in Mathematics also improves.
Want to increase your speed in Math?
Many problems can be reduced to one-liners. With practice, large part of the calculations can be done mentally. So the time taken to solve problems is reduced.
Want to increase your mental capacity?
You see the same problem in different ways, and also it works in correlation with how the mind works. Vedic Mathematics utilizes both the left-brain and the right brain, and with regular practice a harmonious balance is created.
Looking to crack competitive exams?
You can check answers with stunning speed and also get the answers in very quick and different ways. This is a boon for multiple-choice type of questions where speed is of essence.
Want to learn all this in very short time?
Presently, A Ten-hour Foundation Course has been designed; The focus is on simple arithmetic operations; Pilot sessions have been wetted during different TTC courses; The idea is to deliver these courses in various centers round the globe; Courses for different categories of participants are being formulated; Join your hands to propagate 'Vedic Mathematics' and become a pioneer in this endeavor Courses offered The Vedic Mathematics Foundation Course is offered through the Art of Living Foundation. This course teaches the basics concepts in Arithmetic and Algebra using Vedic Mathematics. Higher concepts in Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry, etc. are covered in subsequent Courses. This Course enables students to improve their mathematical skills.

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Contact: 28226160 / 28261575

The soul is eternal. Our existence has been timeless;we have been here before in the past and will come in the future too. The eternity process is a past life regression technique that provides a tool to relive events that lie the at the root of a pattern, whether mental or physical. The pattern can be something that needs to be changed or merely understood. A past life regression also provides a gateway to a vast, invaluable resource of information on previous times, places, and cultures. It helps the individual clear mental impressions that may block one's progress.
The actions of body, our words and thoughts all leave imprints on our consciousness. The mind stores these imprints as Samskaras or impressions. These impressions remain latent in the consciousness for a while before they emerge as mental waves, which produce desires,fears and other emotions. Our past impressions carry weight and determine how well we face the present moment and how well we can live life to its full capacity, free from fears and negative emotions.
To help us to overcome past impressions, our beloved Guruji - Pujya Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji has designed the ETERNITY PROCESS, a process that enables us to view past experiences in this and past lives to erase karmas in a space surrounded by his love and grace. We emerge having lived through our past impressions, more alive to the present moment and open to celebrating life. The process has given deep healing experiences to many

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From: Anuj Khanijau anuj137@gmail.com
Date: Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 9:08 PM
Subject: Blessings Course in Mumbai with Vinaya Didi

The Blessings course is a profound course with some of the most amazing processes and meditations.
Each meditation is unique and allows you to go deeper within. 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!

Course Dates: Dec 30th 2011 - Jan 1st 2012 Contact : 9821097009, 8080886856, 9702038202
Venue: Sane Guruji Vidyalaya, Near Shivaji Park, Mumbai.

Pre Requisite: 2 Advance Courses

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 4:36 AM
Subject: Follow @SriSriSpeaks - tweets from Guruji!!

Jaigurudev Dear Ones,

If you wish to be updated with the latest tweets from Guruji on daily basis, follow the official twitter account of Guruji on twitter

To do that all you need to do is

1. Open twitter.com

2. Sign in with your account if you already have one, else create a new account using Sign up link

3. After loggin in open the link http://www.twitter.com/srisrispeaks

4. Click on Follow Button in this page

5. You are Done! Now you will start receiving all the tweet from Guruji on daily basis on your twitter wall!!

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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, Dec 10, 2011 at 4:08 AM
Subject: AMC WITH ARUNJI AT COUTRALLAM

Treat in a Retreat @ Courtallam
Bid adieu to 2011 and usher in 2012 in the Spa of South!

Courtallam , hailed as the 'Spa of the south', is situated at an elevation of about 167m on the Western Ghats and is famous for its waterfalls. Legends would have it that Lord Shiva sent Saint Agastya to the South to avoid imbalance with the overcrowding of Mount Kailas on his Celestial wedding.

Courtallam temple contains many inscriptions about Chola and Pandya Kings. Chitra Sabha -Hall of Pictures- is dedicated to Lord Nataraja and decorated with paintings of rural deities and puranic stories and events. It is one of the five Sabhas, where Lord Nataraja is said to have performed the cosmic dance. Participants wil get darshan of Thiru Ilanji Kumaran and the Siva lingam in Eruvaluga Nayakar known Chakra teertham . Sthala vruksham of this serene location is Magizha Maram (tree).Elanji means Magizham and hence the place is named after it. Arunagirinadhar sang Thirupugazh on Him. On the main Gopuram, we see Lord Murugan sculpted with 10 heads - four of Brahma and six of Shanmuga put together.

The falls in Coutrallum make it a health resort as its waters run through forests of herbs and contain therapeutic qualities to cure physical ailments.

Course director: Dr. Arun Madhavanji
Additional treat : Thean Amudha Satsangs and Yoga Vasistha knowledge sessions COURSE DATES : 29 December 2011 to 1st January 2012.
VENUE : Ramco Hall, Shenkottai Road, Courtallam.

Courtallam, hailed as the 'Spa of Southern India ', is not more than a 3 hour- drive from Madurai or Thiruvananthapuram Airports or an hour and a half drive from Tuticorin Airport. Around 5kms from Tenkasi and 40kms from Tirunelveli.

for further details, please contact me.
luv
ravvichandran muthudikshadar
94449 04644

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Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Fri, Dec 9, 2011 at 2:36 PM
Subject: Seva in Feb for Maharashtra State(MSSP)

Monthly State-Wise Seva Programme for Maharashtra in Bangalore Ashram in Feb 2012

Jai Guru Dev
Dear One's,

Being in the Ashram we have realized that Guruji's devotees from all over the country, if given a chance would love to contribute and devote time doing Seva in the Ashram. With Guruji's grace our team has come up with a wonderful process to make their wish come true. There are many events in Feb like the Women's conference, Shivaratri, etc.

To make this process easier and give an enriching experience to all the devotees, our team has planned to invite people from each state for a fixed duration every year · Each state gets the chance once or twice a year. The Seva period for each state starts from 1st of the scheduled month. You can opt for Seva only during the specified month/s for a minimum period of One month. Specific cases though could be allowed to come for Seva for 15 days.
· Fill up the 'Seva Application Form' (please find the attachments) as per instructions. ( any sevak applying for seva should have done part 1 and Advance course or Yes ++ or DSN )
· Submit your 'Seva Pre-requisite Form'( please find the attachments) along with your 'Seva Application Form' to your State Apex Body, via post/ email at least one month prior ( please find the attachment 'State Wise Apex Body Details and Contact Details').
· Based on your form submission, you shall be invited for a brief informal interview at your State Apex Office, at a mutually agreed time and date.
· Based upon the interview, your Seva Application cum Seva Pre-requisite form will be sent to Ashram HR, Bengaluru.
· Ashram HR, Bengaluru will duly indicate to your respective State Apex Office, with a copy to you, via e mail on the acceptance/non acceptance of Your Seva application.
· If your Seva application at the Ashram has been accepted, you will be intimated in your acceptance mail from Ashram HR on the basic preparations you need to make before arriving at The Ashram.
· If your Seva application at the Ashram has not been accepted, a suitable answer shall be indicated.
·
General Seva mainly comprises of Seva in the Kitchen, Housing and Campus Maintenance. Those with specific skill set (e.g. Civil engineer, electrical engineer, doctor etc) can render their Seva based on their skills sets or for General Seva.

· Seva, Sadhana and Satsang in itself are a joyful experience in the Ashram when practiced with other Sadhaks in a disciplined routine.
· Travel expenses to be borne by individual applicants.
· Your accommodation will be on shared basis.
· Your food (three meals) will be provided at The Annapoorna Dining Hall at specified hours.
· After completion of one month of Your Seva Period (1st of month till 30th of that month), you will also be able to attend one complimentary weekly Advanced Course or a DSN Course (if scheduled in that period).
· Audience with His Holiness (subject to His availability) · Monday Morning Rudra Poojas.

"Seva brings merit. Merit allows you to go deeper in meditation; Meditation brings back your smile." Sri Sri

Be grateful for any opportunity to do Seva Please do circulate this mail to all devotees so that everyone gets opportunity to do seva in the Ashram.

For any further Queries please do call on numbers given below Thank you

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 13 2011

2011-12-13T23:09:00.001-08:00

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Topics in this edition

1. Yoga Buzzz - Subscribe and be updated!

2. Blessing Program and YES!+ in Bangalore Ashram

3. The Art of Living Part - II Course in Delhi

4. Mega Breakthrough of AOL Kalyan

5. YES and YES2 AT CHENNAI

6. Winter Residential Art of Silence course in Winter Wonderland

7. YES!+ at Pune Ashram,27th-29th Jan,2012

8. Intensive Advance Course with Rajshree Patel in PUNE Ashram

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Fri, Dec 9, 2011 at 2:18 PM
Subject: Yoga Buzzz - Subscribe and be updated!

Jaigurudev Dear ones,

Many interesting articles on Yoga are published on www.artofliving.org/yoga

If you wish to be updated with them - click here to subscribe to the email
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Few of the Articles are:

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From: Harshal Jadhav harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, Dec 10, 2011 at 1:11 AM
Subject: Blessing Program and YES!+ in Bangalore Ashram

Upcomging programs

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Program Dates : Dec. 24 - 26

Be a part of YES!+ Winter Break : 28 Dec. - 2 Jan.

Contact : +91 80 67262626 / 67262802 / 8884535115

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From: Vinay Girotra girotrav@shriamba.com
Date: Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Subject: The Art of Living Part - II Course in Delhi

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From: srisri kalyan srisrikalyan@gmail.com
Date: Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Subject: Mega Breakthrough of AOL Kalyan

The 1st ever Mega Breakthrough of AOL Kalyan - Mega Part 1 Course with Shri
Maheish Girri Ji; Dec 2 to 4

From Dec 2 to 4, 2011, the Art of Living, Kalyan (M.H.) organized a Mega
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you." - Kiran Chawla, a Working Woman.

"It was a beautiful experience. The course can change your life and bring a
lot of changes in you. Sudarshan Kriya lifted me up. The course can change
the scenario of our Nation too." Unni Krishnan, Kalyan

"I felt happy and tension free without any reason." - Bhavana Kapadia,
Housewife

"I am very happy and feeling so grateful to the Master after the course". -
Narayan Taryani, Businessman

"After the course I felt happy and I think why I had delayed doing the
course. From the course I learned to keep myself happy and a positive
attitude towards life. " -Surekha Narkhede, Housewife

"Doing Part I Course was an amazing experience. My body pain has gone and am
in peaceful state." - Vivasuhhda

"The experience of doing Part I Course with Maheish Girri ji was excellent.
I learnt to co-ordinate Yes mind and a happy mind to get my work done." -
Deepa, AOL teacher

"After doing the Sudarshan Kriya, I felt as if it was my new birth. I am a
pundit and I am practicing Pooja, satsang and chanting since last 15 years
but experience from Sudarshan Kriya in 2 days was far more satisfying and
wonderful. This course has helped me to build a positive attitude towards
life." - Dinesh Kumar Mishra, Badlapur.

"After the course all participants are very happy. Maheish Girriji's
exemplifies energy & enthusiasm himself." - Hasmukh Shah, Businessman

"The knowledge on Seva was amazing. Now, we are empowered to take on big
responsibilities." -Bhushan Patil, NSDL

"From the course one learns to know oneself. You know yourself from within.
You can be at peace from within, in society and with people around you." -
Vaishali, Ulhasnagar

AOL Kalyan is committed to continue creating awareness and making a
difference to the lives of people by sharing the knowledge, peace and
dedicated service.

Love and Smiles ..

Jai Gurudev.
Abhishek R Sharma
For Art of Living Kalyan
Ph. +91 91720 44110, 98191 02079, 96190 21402, 98703 34335, 98211 42743
Email: srisrikalyan@gmail.com
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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 2:41 AM
Subject: YES and YES2 AT CHENNAI

YES!

Course 1
Date: 26 - 31 Dec
Time: 4 pm - 6 pm
Venue: ICF Higher Secondary School Auditorium, Apprentice Avenue, Kambar
Arangam Bus Stop, ICF, Chennai - 38. Landmark - Near ICF Stadium
Contact: 8056050341 / 9003149899 / 9840899963 / 9840314776 / 9445330951 /
9884852405 / 9884074401

Course 2
Date: 29 Dec- 1 Jan
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Venue: Sonex Towers, 5th Floor, (Above Nilgiris), 2nd Avenue, Anna Nagar,
Chennai
Contact: 7299391120 / 9444776402 / 9840593294

Course 3 (YES! & YES!2)
Date: 23 - 26 Dec & 26 - 29 Dec
Time: 5 pm - 8 pm & 6 am - 6 pm
Venue: MGR Janaki Matric School, Arcot road, Saligramam. (Opp. to Avichi
school), Chennai
Contact: Megala Dinesh @ 99404 33319 or Viji Siva @ 94440 34725

Both fun and challenging, this 18 hour seminar provides teens with a
comprehensive toolbox to both manage their own emotions and stress as well
as dynamically navigate through adolescence. The program broadens youth's
vision of the world and provides practical knowledge and skills they need to
realize their highest potential. Independent research has also shown that
the processes learned on YES! reduce anger violence and depression, as well
as improve focus, clarity of mind and concentration.

Main Aspects of the Program:
1) Physical - Dynamic body exercises, yoga and innovative breathing
techniques.
2) Mental - Practical knowledge to eliminate counter productive activity and
enhance learn ability; Techniques and interactive processes to improve
memory, concentration & focus.
3) Social - Experiential processes to develop problem solving strategies and
social skills; Interactive games to develop leadership and life skills;
Teamwork exercises to teach cooperation and conflict resolution.
4) Emotional - Dynamic group discussions designed to help teens feel at ease
in challenging situations, and increase confidence and inner strength to
better handle criticism

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From: Umanatha Nayak nayaku@gmail.com
Date: Mon, Dec 12, 2011 at 1:00 PM
Subject: Winter Residential Art of Silence course in Winter Wonderland

Art of Living Minnesota is hosting Minnesota's first ever residential
Art of Silence course at a peaceful and serene retreat center from Jan
13 (6:00 PM) - Jan 16. Do not miss this golden opportunity to start
the new year absolutely fresh and rejuvenated with the full grace of
our Guruji.

Register in advance reserve your space since there are only a few
seats left. To Register:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=11151

Note: All course participants will receive shared accommodation at the
course venue.

Jai Guru Dev.
Twin Cities AOL Team

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From: Srividya N srividya12@gmail.com
Date: Sun, Dec 11, 2011 at 6:21 AM
Subject: YES!+ at Pune Ashram,27th-29th Jan,2012

WELCOME TO THE YES!+ WEEKEND RETREAT!!!!

The Youth Empowerment and Skills Workshop is a programme specially designed
for students and young professionals in the age group of 18-30yrs.

This programme helps enhance communication skills, eliminate stress, improve
concentration and most importantly, brings us to remember what it is to be a
YOUTH!!!
A super get away from your routine to our beautiful Triveni
Ashram.Experience the powerful Sudarshan Kriya and a number of take-home
techniques that will equip you to live the life you WANT to live, rather
than the one you HAVE to live!

Course dates:27th- 29th January,2012
Reporting 26th January(Republic Day) evening by 6 pm.
Participants can leave by 4pm on 29th Jan(Sunday)

Pls do register yourselves at the earliest, to make common travel
arrangements.

For details and registration you can contact: Tanuja-9850593978

Vamshi Krishna-8237321327

You can write to us at srividya@yesplus.org and gauriparashare@gmail.com

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From: Shridhar Damodaran shridhar.sevajoy@gmail.com
Date: Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 5:37 PM
Subject: Intensive Advance Course with Rajshree Patel in PUNE Ashram

Jai Gurudev !

This is a special intensive advance course, with limited seats.
Seat are filling fast, and spot registrations may not be possible if seats
fill up.
Don't miss this unique opportunity. Pl note the reporting date / time
carefully.
(REPORTING TIME IS BEFORE 4PM ON TUESDAY 20TH DEC)
Please pass this email onwards.

Regards,
For Pune Ashram.

Intensive Advance Course for Teachers & Volunteers with Rajshree Patel in
PUNE Ashram.

Rajshree Patel is one of the initial teachers of The Art of Living
Foundation who learnt Sudarshan Kriya directly from Guruji. She is a former
Los Angeles district attorney who has been a full-time teacher with the Art
of Living Foundation teaching around the world for over 24 years. She is one
of the most loved and respected instructors; and is known for her intellect,
humor, dynamism and her gift for articulating profound knowledge in an
accessible manner. She is conducting this Special Intensive Advance Course
for AOL Teachers and Volunteers Only.

DATE: Tue. 20th to Sun. 25th December 2011 (Reporting on Tue. 20th Dec.
BEFORE 4pm)
Course will end on 25th at 4pm.

VENUE: Pune Art of Living 'Triveni' Ashram, Markal Village, Alandi Road,
Off A'Nagar Road, Pune.

Donation for Course (inclusive of stay and food): Rs.5,000/-

Please note : Registrations are limited, request all wishing to attend this
special course to confirm their seats urgently.
Since participants will be coming from many places, allocated Quota for Pune
is ONLY 50, and overall seats are limited to 150 only.

Payment by cash or DD in name of 'Ved Vignan Maha Vidyapeeth', payable at
Pune.
Please send your completed forms with attached DD to the address below.

For enquiries or transportation guidance contact:
Sukantoji - 0 97659 99123 / 5.

For Registrations Contact:

Pune Information Centre (VVKI)
at:
The Art Of Living Pune Information Centre,
Vyakti Vikas Kendra,
Gnd. Flr., Ganesh Darshan Society,
Behind Hotel Saras, Near Peshwa Park,
2164 / 65, Sadashiv Peth,
Pune, Maharashtra - 411030.

Tel:- (020) 64002463 , 24320706, 3239 9999.

Jai Gurudev!
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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 11 2011

2011-12-13T23:06:00.001-08:00

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Topics in this edition

1. Practical 2-Hour Seminar - 2000 People Benefited

2. INVITING YOU ALL TO A GRAND GALA EVENING AT ASHRAM ON 29DEC2011

3. Start the New Year with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Germany: Boat trip,
Courses & Public Talk in Berlin

4. Advance course with Vasanthi ma

5. Be Light, Smile: Part-2 course at Powai, Mumbai

6. Sri Sri Natya

7. BLESSING COURSE with SEJAL DIDI. from 30 Dec.2011 to 1 Jan 2012

8. 'OPEN FOR ALL NOW' Intensive Advance Course with Rajshree Patel

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From: Sana Alsbey xablaxa@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, Dec 3, 2011 at 3:12 PM
Subject: NATIONAL TOUR OF BULGARIA IN 44 CITIES

PRACTICAL 2-HOUR SEMINAR - 2000 PEOPLE BENEFITED

A unique tour of Bulgaria was undertaken by Art of Living Bulgaria's
president and full-time teacher - Konstantin Dragov.

Within month and a half Konstantin visited 44 cities traveling 7000 km to
conduct an introductory 2-hour session seminar named The Secret of Breath.
2000 people, totally new to Art of Living, attended the seminars getting a
full experience of light yoga, simple breathing techniques, meditation and
knowledge about life.
The seminars were conducted for a nominal fee which allowed the organizers
to book the best conference halls in all the 44 cities, 14 of which without
any prior Art of Living activity. In all those 44 cities Art of Living Basic
courses are happening and all Bulgarian Part 1 teachers are very busy taking
courses. The best part is that the Secret of Breath seminars happened with
least efforts by the organizers and teachers.

While Swami Jyothirmayah' s Wake up and Shake up tour touched 33 cities,
Secret of Breath tour touched 44 cities, the next aim of Art of Living
Bulgaria is 55 cities tour which will bring Art of Living to all cities of
Bulgaria with population more than 20 000 citizens.

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From: uma srinivasan uma@sohamenergy.in
Date: Mon, Dec 5, 2011 at 10:17 PM
Subject: INVITING YOU ALL TO A GRAND GALA EVENING AT ASHRAM ON 29DEC2011

Dear Ones , JAIGURUDEV!!

It is our great pleasure to invite you all ...for GALA Evening of Music &
Dining on 29th December 2011 (5 PM - 10 PM) @ The Art Of Living, Bangalore
Ashram for Sumeru Sandhya Rocking Devotional Concert with RISHIJI Rishi
Nityapragyaji co featuring Sachin Limaye ji and 'Flavours of Winter'
International Food festival with dash of Ayurvedic herbs . enjoy the
magnificent creation of BAWA

GOOD NEWS : This event is open for all (both national and international
participants) !!!

Please call now to register for the event :

Anand: +91 9980746004 Uma: +91 9448282256
Suman: +91 9980777997 Arthi: +91 9980555604
Khyati : +91 9427722517 Ramya: +91 9972235499
Or Email us at the earliest to register : artoflivingcampus@gmail.com

YOU MAY GIFT THIS LOVELY EVENING COUPON ...TO YOUR PARENTS & RELATIVES YOU
MAY GIFT THIS LOVELY EVENING COUPON .TO FRIENDS & LOVED ONES (AS A PRELUDE
TO JOINING AOL COURSES) YOU MAY GIFT THIS LOVELY EVENING COUPON.TO YOURSELF
& ENJOY A MAGICAL EVENING AT ASHRAM :)

Jaigurudev , uma

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From: ABC Europe abc@artofliving.eu
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 12:52 AM
Subject: Start the New Year with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Germany: Boat trip,
Courses & Public Talk in Berlin

After the wonderful experience in Berlin with the World Culture Festival,
Sri Sri is coming again to Germany's capital.
The traditional New Year courses will for the first time ever be held in
Berlin, Maritim Hotel, the same venue that already hosted the jubilee
courses in July.
Spread the word and encourage your network to sign up fast to reserve your
course seat.

Latest News:
There will be a public talk with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on January 1st,
20:00pm in Berlin (Maritim Hotel) themed "Learning meditation with Sri Sri
Ravi Shankar: With wisdom and relaxation into the New Year"
Tickets for the talk are on sale via Eventim and the local Art of Living
center in Berlin.

We look forward to welcoming you to Berlin soon!

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From: Ram Kumar rkiyer2000@yahoo.com
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 2:37 AM
Subject: Advance course with Vasanthi ma

Advance meditation Course brought to your doorstep -- At our
Thiruvanmiyur centre from Thursday 22nd december To Sunday
25th december 2011.
Do not miss this golden opportunity to start the new year absolutely fresh
and rejuvenated with the full grace of our Guruji.

Timing ; fullday 6am to 8pm
Donation ; rs 2750/-
Register in advance due to limited space to avoid diassapointment.
Accomodation available on request.
Contact: 9841078084 , 9791406934 , 9840793466 .24521107 .
Teacher; vasantthi amma
Please see attached flyers for more details.

jaigurudev.
AOL Thiruvanmiyur

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From: Chandrashekar Rai chandrashekar.rai@gmail.com
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 6:05 PM
Subject: Be Light, Smile: Part-2 course at Powai, Mumbai

Jai Gurudev dear Ones,

Be Light. Smile. Drop. Learn the tendency to drop and smile and move
through.
---------- Sri Sri

Powai - Chandivali AOL team is joyful in inviting you for a Part-2 course
:-)

Dates: 24th to 27th Dec 2011
Venue: SM Shettty School, Powai, Mumbai.
Teacher: Hassan Ali Tafti

Register early as seats are limited. Accomodation available.

To register Contact: Preethi 9892490916, Neha 9820211810, Padma 9769173658,
Chandrashekar 8898001424

With Love,
Powai - Chandivali AOL Team

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From: Sri Sri Natya srisrinatya@vvmvp.org
Date: Fri, Dec 9, 2011 at 1:44 AM
Subject: Sri Sri Natya

Dear Ones

Jai Gurudev,
I am pleased to share my experience of Sri Sri Natya. When I heard about it,
i thought it was quite unnecessary for me and it is for dancers only. I
never knew that even non-Art of Living members can do this course.

I begin by saying that this is THE MUST DO COURSE FOR ALL AoL MEMBERS! When
we dance to the tune of songs and music in yogic postures with divinity in
mind, a flash came to me to realise that i am indeed divine. For a minute or
so, such feeling. i am sure, must have come to every participant.

On the last day, i realised that Sri Sri Natya is the surest way to realize
God! All parts of the body are activated without any inconvenience and with
much joy. My hip and back pain disappeared just like that. By doing this
course, i am sure that many of our subtlest stresses and unknown
disappointments will vanish from the mind.

We could, during the course, feel how Lord Shiva would have really danced
with the cosmos. Mind attains perfect calmness, on account of both
physical,yogic exercises and by way of feeling and becoming the divine
incarnation. ------- Ravi Anantha Padmanabhan

It was a miracle that I even made it to Sri Sri Natya. Only after the course
I realised that first miracle had led to a bigger miracle. I normally enjoy
dancing, usually just letting the music have its way with me. Only this time
I was taken to a completely new level that I never believed could be
possible. Sri Sri Natya is something that every single person has to
experience to truly realise the potential that classical dance unlocks in
them. And of course, like so many others have already experienced, it has
made me feel much lighter and more energetic. ---- Sri Kumar Murthi

Welcome to Sri Sri Natya.......

Duration - 5 days; 2 hr daily
Dance, asanas, meditation
Eligibility - anyone above 10 yrs
Non - AoL persons also can join
For both men and women

Upcoming courses -
Rourkela - Dec 15 - 18 Contact - 9861408241

Shornur, Kerala - Dec 22 - 26 Contact -
9447880911

Lucknow - Dec 21 - 25 Contact - 9335927200/
9839123800

Kolkata - Dec 22 - 25 Contact -
9830723325

Allepye, Kerala - Dec 24 - 27 Contact - 9745222730

Idukki, Kerala - Jan 12 - 16 Contact -
9447068082

Purulia, West Bengal - Jan 24 - 28 Contact - 9332507161

If you would like to organise this wonderful course in your city, please
contact Neeru @ Sri Sri Natya Desk.

Happy Dancing :))

Jai Gurudev!

Neeru
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From: N.M. Gupta nmgupta01@yahoo.com
Date: Fri, Dec 9, 2011 at 4:30 AM
Subject: BLESSING COURSE with SEJAL DIDI. from 30 Dec.2011 to 1 Jan 2012

JAI GURU DEV
Blessing Course
The blessing course is a wonderful course with the most amazing processes
and meditations. It takes you into a different level of meditation. Each
meditation is unique and makes you dive into infinity.
The kindness and compassion of our Master is beyond words. Come do it and
you'll experience the best gift you have ever received. You become a perfect
instrument for the Master's Grace to flow through.
The Blessing Course is offered as a three day residential course in the
Ashram, and is open for all that have completed a minimum of two Art of
Living Part II courses.
@ Become an Instrument of GURU JI.in
BLESSING COURSE with SEJAL DIDI.
from 30 Dec.2011 to 1 Jan 2012.
repoting.29 dec.2011at 6pm.at
MANAK SADAN,Manank Vihar,East Delhi -92.
call for reg.-9818745545, 9818558007
9810006136, 9650996011-14
9650996017, 9650991162

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From: kaur.seema@gmail.com
Date: Sun, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:21 PM
Subject: OPEN FOR ALL NOW' Intensive Advance Course with Rajshree Patel

Intensive Advance Course Now Open For All with Rajshree Di at PUNE Ashram

DATE: Tue.20th -25th December 2011 (Reporting on Tue. 20th Dec. BEFORE4pm)
Course will end on 25th at 4pm.

VENUE: Pune Art of Living 'Triveni' Ashram, Markal Village, Alandi Road,
Off A'Nagar Road, Pune.

Donation for Course (inclusive of stay and food): Rs.5,000/-

Please keep your Teacher's ID card with you when coming to the course.

Please note : Registrations are limited, request all Teachers wishing to
attend this special course to confirm their seats urgently.
Since Teachers will be coming from many places, allocated Quota for Mumbai
is ONLY 98.

Payment by cash or DD in name of 'Ved Vignan Maha Vidyapeeth', payable at
Pune.
Please send your completed forms with attached DD to the address below.
Mention your Teacher's code clearly on form.

For Registrations Contact:

Tel:- Seema 9820895629
Bhavika 9702555560
Alka 9820334944

In service,

VVKI MAB
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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 8 2011

2011-12-09T00:55:00.001-08:00

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From: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org [mailto:esatsang@lists.artofliving.org]
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Sent: 09 December 2011 13:14
To: esatsang@lists.artofliving.org
Subject: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for Dec 8 2011

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Topics

1. An enchanting retreat on the New year eve

2. Wisdom from Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

3. Final Call for Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji 12-14 December at
Rohini

4. On Public Demand: 'OPEN FOR ALL NOW' Intensive Advance Course with
Rajshree Patel

5. An Evening Art Of Living Part 1 Course in JB Ngr.

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From: lata pani <latapani@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 10:21 PM
Subject: An enchanting retreat on the New year eve

The AOL family, Tenkasi welcomes you to an enchanting Part 2 AMC Treat at a
Retreat on the New year eve. Coutrallam, hailed as the 'Spa of Southern
India ', is not more than a 3 hour- drive from Madurai or
Thiruvananthapuram Airports or 90 minutes from Tuticorin Airport. The
falls here make it a health resort as the waters run through forests of
herbs carrying therapeutic qualities.

Dr. Arun Madhavanji is the course Director. We look forward to his
Celestial Nectar bhajans and absorbing Yog Vasistha sessions.

Course dates: 29 December 2011 to 1st January 2012. For more details visit
http://aolcbe.blogspot.com or contact: K.Asokan: +919442065425.

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 2:27 AM
Subject: Wisdom from Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Without commitment there is no stability, no happiness and no progress in
life

December 07, 2011

Q: Guruji, In Shiv Sutras, you have said 'Gyanam bandhanam'. I am confused;
does knowledge make us free or put us in bondage?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: See after meditation when you become aware of your
body and surrounding, your limited mind comes into understanding of limited
things.
At one time you can understand only history, or mathematics, or physics or
chemistry. Only one thing at a time you can understand. The knowledge of a
particular thing limits your mind from vastness to a limited sphere of
knowledge.
That limited knowledge is bondage.

Q: If you are pure in your intention and action and yet you are perceived as
just the opposite and blamed, what should we do?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Just smile through it. Don't worry about what others
blame. You should not keep quiet also, you should educate and ignore.

Q: Guruji, Part 2 course is a journey from head to heart. What is the place
of logic in spirituality?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Logic has a very important place. It is through logic
only that you get into spirituality.
Logic makes you see what is life and what is the world and how you are
wasting your time!
A logical mind says, 'no, I should not waste my time. Life is short,
everything is ephemeral.' There is no point in worrying about the past or
brooding about the future; this is logic.
So logic gives you a step into spirituality and so logic is important. But
it only a step, you can't sleep on the step. You have to enter the house. So
it is the first step to enter the home.

Q: Guruji, you have said to overcome habits one should take a vow. What is a
vow?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: If you have any bad habits, you can take a vow.
If you are habituated towards talking negative, then you say, 'today I am
not going to talk negative. I am not going to complain about anybody.'
So taking such steps makes a big difference.
If you are used to overeating and you take a step, okay I am not going to
overeat for one week. I am going to eat only a little. That is a vow.

Q: When things change from I want to do it to I will have to do it, it
becomes very difficult to act. What to do in such situations? It happens to
me when I do seva?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Commitment is essential. Without commitment there is
no stability, no happiness, and no progress in life. So if you take a
commitment you have to fulfill that.

************************************
From: gaurav madan <g.madan1982@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 11:50 PM
Subject: Final Call for Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji 12-14 December
at Rohini

FINAL CALL !! PLEASE ENROL ASAP!!

Mind without agitation is Meditation.
Mind in the present moment is Meditation.
Mind that has no hesitation, no anticipation is Meditation.
Mind that has come back home, to the source, is Meditation.
Mind that becomes ''no mind'' is Meditation.

SAHAJ SAMADHI is a natural, effortless system of meditation resulting in a
blissful, settled & focussed state of mind.
Any person above 18 yrs who has done / not done Art of Living Course ca
attend the programme.

WITH RISHI VIDYADHARJI

"Vidyadhar" means the Keeper of the Knowledge .. and with Rishiji,
Knowledge from the Ancient Shastras is related - with great humour - to
everything from modern science to practical tips for everyday living.

Also ! The yoga session is a joyous musical aerobics session taken by ..
Rishiji himself !

Dates: 12th, 13th, 14th December 2011, Timings: 6PM-8.30PM
Venue: Community Hall, Sector-18, Rohini

Contact: 9990020053, 9873471382, 9718520694, 9810565331

Donation: Rs.1500/- per head
form of Sahaj Samadhi which may please be mailed back after filling up to
one of these ids.......
g.madan1982@gmail.com
sameer@precitex.com

www.artoflivingncr.org

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From: Seema Lamba <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 11:16 PM
Subject: On Public Demand: 'OPEN FOR ALL NOW' Intensive Advance Course with
Rajshree Patel

Intensive Advance Course for Teachers, Now Open For All with Rajshree Di at
PUNE Ashram

Rajshree Patel is one of the initial teachers of The Art of Living
Foundation who learnt Sudarshan Kriya directly from Guruji. She is a former
Los Angeles district attorney who has been a full-time teacher with the Art
of Living Foundation teaching around the world for over 24 years. She is one
of the most loved and respected instructors; and is known for her intellect,
humor, dynamism and her gift for articulating profound knowledge in an
accessible manner. She is conducting this Special Advance Course for AOL
Teacher and volunteers.

DATE: Tue.20th -25th December 2011 (Reporting on Tue. 20th Dec. BEFORE 4pm)
Course will end on 25th at 4pm.

VENUE: Pune Art of Living 'Triveni' Ashram, Markal Village, Alandi Road,
Off A'Nagar Road, Pune.

Donation for Course (inclusive of stay and food): Rs.5,000/-

Please keep your Teacher's ID card with you when coming to the course.

Please note : Registrations are limited, request all Teachers wishing to
attend this special course to confirm their seats urgently.
Since Teachers will be coming from many places, allocated Quota for Mumbai
is ONLY 98.

Payment by cash or DD in name of 'Ved Vignan Maha Vidyapeeth', payable at
Pune.
Please send your completed forms with attached DD to the address below.
Mention your Teacher's code clearly on form.

For Registrations Contact:

Tel:- Seema 9820895629
Bhavika 9702555560
Alka 9820334944

In service,

VVKI MAB

*******************************************

From: Seema Lamba <kaur.seema@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 9:46 AM
Subject: An Evening Art Of Living Part 1 Course in JB Ngr.

Transform the Quality of Your Life

Over one million people worldwide have enjoyed the Art of Living Course and
the powerful Sudarshan Kriya technique. Results commonly reported include:

. Greater ease and joy in personal relationships . Increased fulfillment in
work . Deeper sense of community . Enriched spiritual life

Independent research findings also demonstrate that the course techniques:

. Reduce levels of stress
(reduces cortisol, the "stress hormone") . Relieve depression and anxiety .
Restore normal sleep patterns . Increase health, well-being and peace of
mind (increases EEG alpha & prolactin, a "well-being"
hormone)

*For research results and references visit:

http://www.artofliving.org/ research.html

Where: JB Nagar, Andheri East

When : 13th Dec to 18th Dec 2011

Time: 7pm to 10pm

The complete practical and applied experience and not just a concept

For Registration: 9821242184 / 9869146741

Fees Rs. 2,500

Cheque in favour of VVKI-CRF
You can courier the form and cheque to the address mentioned above.

Regards,
Seema

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From: Vaastu Shastra <vaastucourse@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Subject: VAASTU SHASTRA course 29th Dec 2011 to 5th Jan 2011 at the Art of
Living International Center, Bangalore
To: eSatsang <esatsang@artofliving.org>

Dear one,

Jai Gurudev !

Course dates: 29th December 2011 to 5th January 2012 Pre-requisites are not
there for this course open to all (even a layman in Vaastu can also attend
this course).
Last date for receiving the registration is 25th Dec. 2011.
Now you can register online itself through www.vvmvp.org, in three simple
steps:

1. Create a login.
2. Fill in details after logging in.
3. Pay through credit/debit card to register yourself !

The Art of Living presents an opportunity to learn and promote the divine
oriental science and art for a peaceful and harmonious living through Vaastu
Shastra. A 7-day course on Vaastu Shastra will be conducted at the Art of
Living international center in Bangalore, India, from December 29th to
January 5th, 2011.
What is Vaastu Shastra? The science of energy, which deals with the
construction of houses, palaces, temples and towns is called Vaastu Shastra.
It reads the characteristics of houses/plots and explains the effect of the
same to the inmate of the house. This science is also based on the laws of
nature. Its theories offer us a way of understanding the relationship
between humans and their environment and about how everything is connected
and affects our well-being. In other words, Vaastu Shastra is the science of
building and essentially the art of balancing nature with manmade
environment and the correct placement of man in such a manner so as to get
the maximum benefits of the energy emanated by natural and man-made
environment. Constructed by 18 Divine Maharishis like Bhrugu, Atri and
Vasishtha, this science has a tradition of more than 10,000 years.
Role & Benefits of Vaastu Shastra Vaastu is the bridge between man and
nature. Everything is made up of basic five elements FIRE, WATER, EARTH,
SPACE, and AIR. If the residential and commercial buildings are constructed
without any regards to these elements then how will they give any benefits?
From each of the basic elements we get a strange precious gift due to
infinite powers of the universe and when the tenets of Vaastu Shastra are
followed, it brings you the '3 Ps' of life: Peace, Prosperity and Progress.
Vaastu is in a position to reduce the gravity of the problems faced by human
beings and industries through vibrations of the five great elements that
have anchored their roots in the body of human beings as well as the
external and internal building configurations.
Course Information The course will cover a wide range of topics right from
the philosophy of Vaastu Shastra to its planning and astrological relevance.
Topics like Origin and development of Scientific Indian Vaastu,Vaastu
concept and Characteristics,Selection of site, Various components of Vaastu
and so on with 4 practical sessions included. After completion of the
course, participants will have to submit answer papers following which they
will be awarded "Vaastu Visharad" certificate. This will qualify them to
make use of this ancient knowledge in their respective fields for personal
growth and development as a professional, as well as for the betterment of
the society at large.

About FacultyPandit Yashwant Narahar Maggirwar, is a renowned
International level vaastu and Jyotish scientist, ex-president of
Maharashtra Jyotish Parishad for last 18 years, 10 years field experience in
Vaastu. He is the Vice President for the Institution of Vastu Science
(Indore, MP, India).He is also a Member of the Academic Council and member
of the board of Studies of Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit Vishvavidyalaya,
Ramtek, Nagpur and Founder Governing council Member of All India Institution
of Vaastu Science (IVS). In 1995, he visited European countries for a period
more than 6 months on account of Vaastu Consultancy on an invitation from
Maharshi Mahesh Yogi , Netherlands.
Course Registration
The course is open to all including professionals like Architects, Civil
engineers, students of the above fields , Professionals related to
construction, Repeaters.There are limited seats and will be filled up on
first come first serve basis.
For further queries call Mausmi at +91-9449585482 or 080 67262770email
"vaastucourse@gmail.com".

You can register online:- www.vvmvp.org

Check-in: After 12 noon on 28th December , 2011.
Course dates: 29th December 2011 to 5th January 2011
Check-out: Any time after 12 noon on 6th October 2011

Last date for receiving the registration is 25th December 2011.

Jai Gurudev
Vaastu Team.

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FW: [esatsang] Esatsang digest for dec 6 2011

2011-12-09T00:54:00.001-08:00

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Topics

1. Evening Art Of Living Part 1 Course in Prabhadevi from 12 th to 17th
Dec.

2. December: Live Webcast & Translation in 4 languages!

3. Christmas & New Year`s Eve courses in the presence of Sri Sri Ravi
Shankar in Bad Antogast

4. Art of Silence

5. Nov 25 - Nov 27 | Organizing Part 1 Course | My Experience + Assisting
basic course

6. Wisdom from Sri Sri...

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From: Archana Bhingarde <archanasb2002@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 9:56 AM
Subject: Evening Art Of Living Part 1 Course in Prabhadevi from 12 th to
17th Dec.

Transform the Quality of Your Life

*For research results and references visit:

http://www.artofliving.org/ research.html

Where: Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi

When : 12th Dec to 17th Dec 2011

Time: 6.30pm to 9.30pm

The complete practical and applied experience and not just a concept

For Registration: Hi-Q Financial Planner
NAV Bhavna CHS, Veer Savarkar Marg,
Prabhadevi
Next to Marshall Wall papers,
Diagonally Opposite Siddhi Vinayak Mandir
Call 24326861

Fees Rs. 2,500

Cheque in favour of VVKI-CRF
You can courier the form and cheque to the address mentioned above.

Regards,
Archana

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From: Harshal Jadhav <harshalpjadhav@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 9:28 AM
Subject: December: Live Webcast & Translation in 4 languages!

In this month of december, you can watch the live webcast of Satsang with
Sri Sri and even read the live text translation of the same in 4 languages!

The text translation of satsang will be in English, Spanish, Russian &
French language!

The schedule of webcast will be published on www.artofliving.org/satsang

During the time of live webcast, you need to click on 'Live Webcast' button
in above link, this will take you to a page where you can see live webcast
and read text translation

If you wish to ask any question to Guruji, post it on
http://www.artofliving.org/post-questions-to-srisri

If you have any botherations, then you can drop them on
http://www.artofliving.org/drop-your-botherations

Do share with everyone about the live webcast, a rare opportunity to be a
part of Live Satsang with the Master from anywhere in the world!

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From: Art of Living European Center <info@artofliving.de>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 8:37 AM
Subject: Christmas & New Year`s Eve courses in the presence of Sri Sri Ravi
Shankar in Bad Antogast

Christmas & New Year`s Eve courses

in the presence of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Bad Antogast

As autumn settles in we are all looking towards the winter and the pleasure
of the holiday season. This year you can really make the most of your
precious free time. You can head for the peace and beauty of Bad Antogast
for a Christmas Art of Silence (Part 3) course in the presence of his
Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Golden satsangs in Spring Hall, walks in the beautiful snowy mountains,
relaxing massages, delicious vegetarian food and all the peace and harmony
that goes with the Silence Course. And of course not forgetting younger
members of our family there will be ART Excel, YES! and YES+! courses
organized as well in a nearby house called Maisach.

Here are the dates:

24th - 30th December 2011 - Art of Silence (Part 3) course

24th - 30th December 2011 - ART Excel (8-13 yrs)

24th - 30th December 2011 - YES! - Youth Empowerment Seminar (14-17 yrs)

25th - 30th December 2011 - YES! + (18 - 30 yrs)

24th - 26th December 2011 - Art of Breathing (Part 1) course

30th Dec. 2011 - 1st Jan. 2012 - Art of Breathing (Part 1) course

31st December - New Year`s Eve celebrations

So make sure you have a place in these festive celebrations. The
opportunities presented by this exciting program have something for everyone
and will strike just the right note as we welcome in 2012.

For more information please email us at info@artofliving.de or call us at
0049(0)780497390.

With Love,

Your Bad Antogast Team

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From: Art of Living North American Ashram <artdevivre@artofliving.org>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 7:39 AM
Subject: Art of Silence

ART OF SILENCE

Last night it snowed and today we are blanketed in white softness. The
patterns of branches and plants so lovingly revealed.

Come see the wonder of winter and experience the wonder of Silence.

Art of Silence at the International Art of Living Centre in Canada!

December 29th to January 2nd
http://center.artofliving.ca/art-silence-course-0

YES!+ Winter Break
January 26th to January 2nd
http://center.artofliving.ca/yes-winter-break

Jai Gurudev
The Ashram Team
Waiting to Welcome you Home
artdevivre@artofliving.org
1-819-532-3328

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From: magesh palani <magesh.palani@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 5, 2011 at 1:33 AM
Subject: Nov 25 - Nov 27 | Organizing Part 1 Course | My Experience +
Assisting basic course

Fantabulous November ended with the Art of Living part 1 course with 170
Participants. This course was organized by 15 volunteers along with few new
volunteers who just did their part1 course in September 2011 from
kaggadasapura and murugeshpalya.

For me, it was less sleep and more energy as we never shifted our gear from
the top, inspite of sudden rains in October. My Day used to start with
knowledge CDs followed by sadhana.

I am Amazed by doing seva with new volunteers - it was so much fun working
with the new volunteer's who were assting the course for the first time.
They never said "NO" to anything. All the volunteers were sharing their
course experiences to the people on the road as well as in the apartments
too just so that they could inspire and make a difference. It was so much
fun to see smiling faces all the time.

In the last moment, there was a change in venue and course timings but still
there was no complaint from any of the participants. One thing I am excited
to share is that during the course, the divine shop sales reached Rs20,000
plus in just two days.

The entire part one course happened as if it was one big festival. :)

JaiGuruDev
Magesh Palani

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 6:47 AM
Subject: Wisdom from Sri Sri...

If you are chanting you cannot be depressed

December 05, 2011

Q: Guruji, sometimes I feel I am wasting my life by doing common things
which people do like getting a degree, a job, marriage and children. I want
to do something for the world. At the same time I want to fulfill the
expectations of my parents and life partner.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Yes, you want to take care of your personal life and
you want to do something for the world. Now, if you think they are in
conflict with each other then you cannot move even one step forward. First
of all know they are not in conflict.
If you are already married and have the responsibility of your wife and
children, you should take it and then along with this add social
responsibility for the knowledge, for the dharma to your life.
Know that you can do both.
If you are single and you want to dedicate yourself 100%, that is very good.
You are most welcome; you are free to travel everywhere and take care of the
world and achieve something great.

Q: Guruji, sometimes I feel bored with seva, satsang and knowledge. Is
something wrong with me and am I on the path?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: You know there are 9 obstacles in the path of Yoga.
I have already spoken about it in the Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
Vyadhi, Styana, Samsaya, Pramada, Alasya, Avirati, Bhranti Darsana, Alabdha
bhumikatva and Anavasthitattva. These are the nine obstacles.
Physical disease, mental inertia, doubts coming to your mind about the path;
and then not attaining any state, not having any interest in anything.
These are all momentary obstacles that come to any yogi. But when you
continue with one pointed devotion you can overcome all these obstacles.
It is not a big deal, they come and they go.
Many of you have had this problem, sometimes you don't feel like meditating
and afterwards suddenly your meditation became deep. Or sometimes so many
doubts come to your mind and then suddenly one day they all disappeared.

Q: Guruji, what is the technique behind, 'you are everywhere yet nowhere and
you are nowhere yet everywhere', can you teach us?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Hollow and Empty!
Relax and let go.
It is the ego, that 'I am' is separate from everything, from existence. That
causes the sense of not being part of the whole or not being the whole
itself.

Q: Guruji, how I can be independent of the result of my actions?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: When you surrender all the past actions and are ready
to face the consequences of those actions.
If I stole something and I say, 'yes I have stolen, give me whatever
punishment you want to give me.' I am ready to take the punishment. That is
what surrendering really means.
I have stolen but don't punish me does not mean surrendering.
Now, when you are ready to accept the punishment, then the giver of
punishment says, 'no, I won't punish you', and he relieves you of the
action.
An action has already happened through you and there is a result. So as an
antidote to that you do some good action, this is called Prayaschitta.
Suppose I said some bad words that hurt someone, then I do prayaschitta.
That the Guru can give or the person who was affected can give, or with your
own intuition you can decide what prayaschitta you will do.
'I will bring happiness to so many people' or 'I will do some good work'

Q: Guruji, in the Bhagavad Gita Krishna says, 'Ananyashchinta yanto mam ye
jana pari upaasate teshaam nitya bhi yuktanaam yogakshemam vahaamyaham.'
What does it mean?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: One who thinks of me and me alone; who keeps me his
mind and heart, I will free him, protect what he has and give him what he
need.

Q: Guruji, what is the significance of Mangalsutra? Why do parents say that
it should never be removed after marriage? Is it okay not to wear it?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Once I was coming from Paris airport and I was
boarding the flight. One lady came and asked me, showing me her ring, 'is
this necessary?'
I just looked at her and said, 'no, not necessary, it's okay if you don't
want to have a ring.' All that it meant to me was a ring.
She went back and sent a divorce letter to her husband. Her husband wrote me
an email saying, 'Guruji did you tell my wife to divorce me?'
I said, 'I never did anything like that, put her on the phone.' She said,
'Guruji, in the airport I asked you is it necessary to have my ring and you
said no!'
That ring was her wedding ring.
So if you remove the wedding ring in the west it means you have said goodbye
to your once upon a time sweetheart.

There is some sacredness in Marriage. To establish that sacredness
mangalsutra is worn.
Mangalsutra means that thread of auspiciousness, holding which you walk on
the path of dharma, so it is not removed and it is always with you.
You don't want auspiciousness to go away from you, that is why people attach
that sentiment to it and it is worn.
At the same time there are some superstitions attached to it. Someone is to
go in an operation and doctor says you have to remove all your jewellery and
they say, 'how I remove this, it is mangalsutra. I cannot remove it'.
You don't have to go through such mental or emotional turmoil. It is just a
thread or chain like any other chain.
So when it is really necessary you that can remove it, it doesn't matter.
But generally sacredness is attached to it. So it is good to wear the
thread.

Q: Guruji, I get fooled a lot of times. What is that I should do to be wise?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: When you get fooled it is not only because of lack of
intelligence but also because of greed.
People who are very greedy get fooled very fast. That is what I have
noticed.
If you are over ambitious and greedy it is easy to fool you, but if you are
centered, calm and stable, it is hard to fool somebody like that.

Q: Guruji, we should not expect anything from others but is it wrong to
expect from ourselves?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: It's ok if we expect but if it is not met then doesn't
matter, relax!

Q: Guruji, I am entangled into a relationship but now I realize it's holding
me back from doing seva. I now really want to get out of it and it is not
easy. What can I do?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Do chanting! If you are chanting you cannot be
depressed.
When you chant 'Om' it calms down those centers of emotions and once that is
done the depression vanishes.
So if you are depressed it is because you are so engrossed in the material
world. Day and night thinking what about me you get depressed.
What you should do is, in the morning when you wake up, say, 'what service
you can do?'
How best I can be useful to all these people or to the world; to this
knowledge or to this organization. If none of that comes, then how can I be
useful to Guruji. At least think that way. If your focus is on this
direction and you continue you're chanting and your meditation knowing this
life is temporary and everything here vanishes, and chant 'Om Namaha
Shivaya', you cannot be depressed.
Depressive negative energy will simply vanish.

That is why in ancient days people would do Sandhyavandanam three times. In
the morning you wake up, look at the Sun and think of the beautiful day it
is going to bring you and thank the Sun for life and for the planet earth.
Our life and planet is dependent on the Sun, so you thank the Sun. Again in
the afternoon you do Sandhyavandanam and again in the evening you thank the
Sun for the beautiful day and feel connected to the whole universe.
When you do this, there is no question of getting depressed. When you don't
know that you are connected with the whole universe and you think you are
just some small person wanting small little things and you are bickering on
your own weaknesses saying, I am weak, I don't know this and I don't have
that. I sit for meditation and I did Kriya but nothing happens to me. This
type of bickering in the mind shows the small mindedness. You have to come
out of that. You take responsibility, I will come out of this and I'll
dedicate my life.
All these people who want to commit suicide, I tell them it is such
stupidity. You want to commit suicide because you are so bent upon your own
pleasure, your own happiness, and your own comfort. You dedicate your life
for a greater cause then depression will vanish.
When you say, I am not going to take my life away but I am going to dedicate
it for the world, for humanity, for the country then so much happiness
comes.
Come what may I am going to fight.
I think all the depressed people should be made to realize this truth and
chanting will elevate them.
Either you dedicate yourself to the world, to the nation, to culture, to
dharma or you dedicate yourself to God, to the Supreme Being, to the sacred
knowledge.
That dedication can pull you out of this rut.

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2011-12-06T06:25:00.001-08:00

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Topics

1. ***Internships and Job Opportunities with Rawsome Food at Canadian
Ashram!!!***‏

2. Sri Sri Natya these 2 months

3. Assisting basic course - 25th to 27th Nov - HAL Kalyana Mantapa

4. Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji 12-14 December at Rohini

5. PART 2 Advance course

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From: Jeff Paquette <japaquette@hotmail.com>
Date: 2011/12/5
Subject: ***Internships and Job Opportunities with Rawsome Food at Canadian
Ashram!!!***‏

Download the job descriptions and the application and send it to
jobs@eatrawsomefood.com

Rawsome Food, an up and coming enterprise, is seeking dedicated
individuals to contribute to the continued success of this company. We are
currently reaching a tiny fraction of the potential market for our products
and are looking to build our core team to expand our reach. We seek
enthusiastic people who believe in our mission and are committed to
realizing our vision of becoming an international organic raw snack food
manufacturer and distributer.

"Our mission is to provide people with convenient and affordable high
quality snacks that are unbelievably delicious and nutritionally superior to
the vast majority of products currently available on the market. Our
products are made with love and mindfulness using the best organic
ingredients that we can find; we strive to educate consumers about the
importance of making wise choices when it comes to how we fuel our bodies.

About Rawsome:

Rawsome Food is a 100% organic, raw, vegan, snack food production
company situated in the beautiful Mauricie region of Quebec at the foothills
of the Laurentian Mountains. We create innovative, original recipes that are
healthy and delicious, a thought to be rare combination! Production is done
by hand with mindfulness to maximize nutrition and digestibility, at our
facility in the North American International Art of Living Centre. We have
been distributing products in Ontario and Quebec and plan to expand further
throughout North America in the coming year.

Available positions include Rawsome-ologists (production), sales and
marketing, finance, regional distribution.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Rawsome Food team! Jai
Gurudev!!!

Feel free to contact me directly:

Jeffrey Paquette

Founder - Rawsome Food

(613) 293-9662

13 chemin de l'Infinité

Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc

Quebec, Canada G0X 1N0

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From: Sri Sri Natya <srisrinatya@vvmvp.org>
Date: Sat, Dec 3, 2011 at 4:09 AM
Subject: Sri Sri Natya these 2 months

Dancing to the lilting Bhajans using mudras or speaking through hand
gestures that form the language of a dance, executing the graceful feet
movements and feeling the joy well up inside....

Expressing this joy through dance and offering it, like innocent little
kids, to the Divine - experiencing fullness and contentment all within a
span of a few sessions.....

Welcome to Sri Sri Natya.......

Duration - 5 days; 2 hr daily
Dance, asanas, meditation
Eligibility - anyone above 10 yrs
Non - AoL persons also can join
For both men and women

Upcoming courses -

Lucknow - Dec 21 - 25 Contact - 9335927200/
9839123800
Kolkata - Dec 22 - 25 Contact - 9830723325
Allepye - Dec 24 - 27 Contact - 9745222730
Idukki - Jan 12 - 16 Contact - 9447068082
Purulia, West Bengal - Jan 24 - 28 Contact - 9332507161

If you would like to organise this wonderful program in your city, please
contact Neeru @ Sri Sri Natya Desk.

Happy Dancing :))

Jai Gurudev!

Neeru

Sri Sri Natya Desk
+91 9916035018

P.S: Sri Sri Natya Yoga is renamed to Sri Sri Natya.

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From: ashok menon <ash.menon1@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Dec 2, 2011 at 8:20 PM
Subject: Assisting basic course - 25th to 27th Nov - HAL Kalyana Mantapa

The enthusiasm was infectious and the 3 days went past in one joyous
celebration with every one contributing to make the experience for the 170
participants a memorable one .

Despite the complexities involved with changed timings and venue change , I
felt everything went very smoothly . Assigning the key tasks under 3 senior
volunteers and each member of every team willing to pitch in their 100%
helped very much .

The large turnout of volunteers for this course made it easy to distribute
the work load .

The opportunity to be part of a course with 6 teachers was something amazing
. The nuances that each of them bring in while conducting the course has
been a great learning for me. The course points and method of delivery being
the same .

Very interesting learning also in observing the way the various queries from
participants was addressed .

Cannot but feel the grace of the Master in how things eventually turns out
despite the hurdles .

And above all the opportunity to participate in the course and reinforce the
profound teachings of the basic course for myself .

Ashok

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From: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>
Date: Sun, Dec 4, 2011 at 1:29 AM
Subject: Wisdom from Guru Ji
To: Vinay Girotra <girotrav@shriamba.com>

Truth is one but it has many flavors and many facets

December 02, 2011

(Below is the transcript of Satsang with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.You can watch
the Live webcast of future satsangs)

Q: Jai Gurudev Guruji, what is the difference between attraction and love?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Attraction is for a short period of time but love is
our true nature.
Attraction is related to pleasure and it will come and go, whereas love is a
compulsion, it stays with us. You can't be without love.

Q: Guruji, what is the importance of charity? What is the highest form of
charity?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Charity brings purity of mind and purity of heart.
Charity means sharing.
But charity is also not considered the most noble act because you always do
charity to someone who is not your own. You never say, 'I did charity to my
daughter or my son'.
So the first step is compassion. Second step is charity, giving what you
have to others who need it and then the third step is simply a sense of
belongingness where you share because you can't but share. You don't think
that you are doing charity and yet you do charity. That is true charity.
Real service is doing service without asserting that I did service.
Suppose you find a girl has fallen down, you go and you lift her and put a
band-aid on her and take care of her. After that you don't say, 'Oh! I did a
great service to the girl!'
You did it because as human beings you can't but help. You can't just walk
away when someone is hurt. It's impossible.
So service should be like our nature.

Q: Guruji, how do I make myself such that I do only that which God wishes?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: For that become empty and pray to God, may thy will be
done.

Q: Guruji, does a devotee find the Guru or does the Guru find a devotee.
What is the meaning of a Guru?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: The word 'guide' comes from the Sanskrit word 'Guru'.
Guru means the one who removes ignorance and teaches you knowledge. A Guru
teaches you how to live by example and not just by books.
Mother teaches you by example, she is the first Guru. Then you have your
Gurus who teach you mathematics, music, football or cricket. Then comes the
Sadguru who teaches you spiritual knowledge, to make you see that you are
consciousness.

Q: Guruji, I am disturbed by thoughts of lust. How can I get relieved of
this?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Read the book, An Intimate Note to a Sincere Seeker.
I have spoken about how to control feelings of lust, anger, greed and
obsession; all this is mentioned in the book.

Q: What happens to consciousness when one goes into a coma?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: The consciousness remains but does not have any means
of communication with the outer world. Just like when you have a telephone
but the connection line is cut.

Q: Which to follow, the head or the heart?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Sometimes your head and sometimes your heart.
When you do business follow your head, and when you are doing service then
follow your heart.
When you are enjoying your life, follow your heart, don't sit and calculate
at that time. It is okay to calculate when you are with a customer. But if
you start calculating with your friends or family, you'll make them
miserable.

Q: Guruji, the motto at IIT Bombay is 'Gyanam Paramam Dhyeyam.' What
knowledge should we aspire for?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: All types of knowledge are essential, so you should
learn everything.
There is an old proverb in tamil that says, one should even learn how to
steal and then forget it.
Usually kings or politicians are supposed to learn 64 disciplines and one
among them is how to steal, so that they can understand the mentality of a
thief and give him the right punishment with compassion. So don't pick and
choose while learning. You should learn from everybody.
Learn from the wicked, learn from the noble, learn from a child and learn
from an elderly person.
There is another proverb in Sanskrit, it says 'Durjanam Prathamam Vande",
first thank the wicked for he has taught you a lesson at his own cost and
then thank the noble man who walks a path and shows you the way to
happiness.

Q: I have done eight advanced courses but still the level of my awareness
slips often. How do I keep some degree of awareness all the time?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Listen, don't examine yourself too much. If you
awareness is slipping that's ok, it will come back. Just be natural and
simple. It is not the count of advanced courses that's going to keep your
awareness.
Meditate again and again; listen to the knowledge again and again and then
after some time it will happen. I can't tell you when it will happen or what
will happen. But you will see there is a natural growth in you. There is a
natural progression. You feel happier and more relaxed.
It is like learning to ride the bicycle. When you are first learning you
slip many times and then you gain the balance. The things that used to
bother you five years ago don't bother you anymore now. How many of you have
experienced this? Those things that used to push your button don't bother
you anymore. Someone criticizes you it doesn't bother you anymore, you still
walk with smile. My feelings are mine and it cannot be tossed around by
anybody else. Nobody can shake my joy, my happiness, my state of mind.
That inner freedom is what is desirable.

Q: Dear Guruji, Adi Shankara propounded Advaita. Does that mean enlightened
masters prior to him had different levels of truth revealed to them? Isn't
truth supposed to be one?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Truth is one but it has many flavors and many facets.
Those facets are revealed by different masters in the tradition.

Q: What is the difference between 'to surrender' or 'to give-up'?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Don't worry about surrender just relax and feel at
home. When you are angry or frustrated you say, 'I give up'.
But when you say, 'well this is very important but I can't do anything about
it. Let the divine take over. Let a higher power take care of this.'
With this feeling when you relax, you may call it surrender.

Q: Guruji, when we do an action we tend to favor our friends and family.
Does this also become an act of corruption?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A corrupt act is an action which you would not want to
do to someone who you feel belongs to you, but you want to do to someone
whom you think does not belong to you. That is a corrupt action.

Q: Guruji, I am an AOL teacher from the United States. How should our
behavior be so that along with the Lokpal bill, we can eradicate corruption?
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: What we can do is, we need to take a vow. I am not
going to give bribe nor take bribe. That's it. And when you take that vow,
you will stick to it.
For an individual person it may be difficult. That is why you must gather
together and collectively put pressure to get your work done.
One industrialist cannot possibly get his work done because time is success
or failure for him and profit for him. So he gives the bribe and gets the
work done. But in an Ashram we can afford to stand on the strict principle.
What the industrialist need to do is get together. All those industrialists
who were pressurized for bribes need to get together and say 'No!'
We are not going to give bribe you have to give us a license. Then that will
do the work.
That is why the Lokpal Bill is essential. If Lokpal has been establish then
people can immediately go to the Lokpal and say this person is asking for
bribe.

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From: gaurav madan <g.madan1982@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Dec 4, 2011 at 3:08 AM
Subject: Sahaj Samadhi with Rishi Vidyadharji 12-14 December at Rohini

Mind without agitation is Meditation.
Mind in the present moment is Meditation.
Mind that has no hesitation, no anticipation is Meditation.
Mind that has come back home, to the source, is Meditation.
Mind that becomes ''no mind'' is Meditation.

Also ! The yoga session is a joyous musical aerobics session taken by ..
Rishiji himself !

Dates: 12th, 13th, 14th December 2011, Timings: 6PM-8.30PM
Venue: Community Hall, Sector-18, Rohini

Contact: 9873471382, 9810199776, 9891848648, 9810565331

Donation: Rs.1500/- per head
form of Sahaj Samadhi which may please be mailed back after filling up to
one of these ids.......
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sameer@precitex.com

www.artoflivingncr.org
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From: Ram Kumar <rkiyer2000@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, Dec 3, 2011 at 4:27 AM
Subject: PART 2 Advance course

Part 2 (Advanced course)

Date: 22 - 25 Dec
Time: Reporting at 6 am on 22nd Dec
Venue: The Art Of Living Centre Atma Gnana Nilayam (AGN), 1, Kamarajar
Salai, (33 Kalashetra Road), Lakshmipuram, Thiruvanmiyur, Near Sakkarai
Amman Temple (6th Left in Kalakshethra road, when coming from Thiyagaraya
Theatre, LB Road).
Donation: Rs. 2750/-
Contact: Guhamati 9791406934 / Malaji 9790922622 / Vasukhi 9444167632 /
Srinivasan 9790939701 / Sanjay 9940643263

The Part 2 Course is popularly termed as a vacation for mind, body, and
spirit! Many times when we go on vacation we return feeling exhausted and in
need of another vacation to recover from the first one! Give yourself the
opportunity to truly rejuvenate at least one week out of each year - take an
Art of Living Part 2 course. Part 2 courses are a vacation in the truest
sense of the word - they offer a chance to dive deep into rest, relaxation,
and rejuvenation.

Frequently offered as in-residence courses in retreat-like natural settings,
Part 2 courses build upon the information already learned in the Art of
Living Course.

One of the powerful processes you will experience on a Part 2 course is
keeping Silence... The practice of silence has been known throughout the
ages, in many different traditions and cultures, as a great tool for
enhancing self-discovery. Maintaining silence, even for just a few days, can
have remarkable effects on the system, reviving energy and enthusiasm and
providing deep rest for the mind and body.

The Art of Living Part 2 Course gives you the chance to Refresh, Recharge,
Renew... Return to your activities with renewed energy, greater clarity and
peace of mind.

They are designed to put the smile back on your face!

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