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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.
Register today! Early bird discount ends on Dec 29th
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!
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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
YES!
(13YRS-17YRS)
or
Youth Empowerment Skills
is a powerful student program offered by The Art Of Living
- an international Non Governmental Organisation in special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) at the United Nations.
The program successfully runs in over 144 countries and is now being offered as a Special Credit Program in some of the major Universities like Stanford, MIT, Harvard, UCLA, IIT, IIM's and others world-wide which has helped enhance student's productivity and learning ability.
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.
More details of the next YES! workshop in EAST Delhi :
Dates : 22nd Dec.to 25th Dec, 2011
Timings :4.00 - 7.00 PM
Fee : Rs. 1500/-
Venue :B-282,YOJNA VIHAR,EAST DELHI
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.
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 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.
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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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