Solar Eclipse

What is a Solar Eclipse ?

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Sun and the Earth so that the Sun is fully or partially covered. This can only happen during a new moon, when the Sun and Moon are in conjunction as seen from the Earth. An eclipse of the sun occurs when the moon revolving in its orbit around the earth comes between the sun and the earth. The moon blocks the light of the sun and a shadow of the moon is cast over the earth's surface.

How does the moon bock the sun?

By a fortunate coincidence, the sun's diameter is 400 times larger than that of the moon, and at the same time, it is 400 times as far away. From where we are, this creates the illusion that they are the same size. If we look through a filter at the sun, it looks exactly like the moon on a full moon night. When the moon passes in front of the sun, the shadow falls on the earth and it appears to exactly cover the sun's disc. This is what a solar eclipse is - a shadow.

I was reading some reports about the Total Solar Eclipse on Aug 1st and most scientists claimed that eclipse does not affect us in any way ! We can be outside, eat etc. during the eclipse. Here is the knowledge from Guruji on the effect of eclipse.

Guruji : When that eclipse happens, sun/moon and earth aligns, a huge energy field is created. We should meditate, chant or do satsang because the effect is at least 100 times more. Also we should not eat 3-4 hours before and after to intensify the effect even more. When we eat our body uses up lot of energy to digest the food so instead of energy going to the mind it goes in digesting the food. So if we don’t eat all the energy goes to the mind and then we should do chanting of slokas or satsang.

Our body is made up of 60% water and so during full/new moon we are affected also. That is why in olden days people use to fast on Ekadasi, few days before to balance out the effect! The fasting should be done eating fruits and vegetables. Also when we overeat or eat heavy meal during lunch, we are sleepy after food because our body is using up all the energy on digesting food and can’t do anything else.

ICE AGE 3

ICE AGE HERO

ICE AGE 3 - One the most beautiful animation movie I have ever seen. An ideal combination of humour, emotion and sensitivity coupled with excitement and adventure. Just like in the movie the animals were absolutely ignorant of this whole new underground world of Dinousours, similarly even we remain unaware of a whole new exciting world full of oppurtunities in the spiritual world till we do the Yes!+ course. The Ice Age introduced me to whole new set of creatures from slimy, small to big ones, I have never ever heard of or even seen. Ice Age would rekindle the child in you and stimulate the innocence which lies hidden in each one of us. A movie which no kid/ youth /adult should miss watching. I am going to watch it again 4 sure.

WORDS OF MY MASTER

Praising me is not enough. I am not satisfied by your praises,gratefulness and gratitude. Do not just keep me on the stage, on the altar, put flowers and say, Jai Gurudev!' Keep me in your heart.When you are grateful, there is also a lot of gratitude and you feel like praising. But all this should be converted into your soul and make you blossom.Once in a while when you have a problem, you come and say JaiGurudev. Don't say it only some times, say it all the time,everyday and every minute.

All these qualities you see in me are also in you.Only when you keep me in your heart, does guru ship arise in you.Otherwise just doing pad puja (worshiping the feet), saluting and running away, nothing will be born in you. If you only want to garland flowers, then go to temples. There are many idols there. There is no need of a Guru then. Not only that, there are many people in the world,who love to sit and be garlanded. Go and garland them.If you have come to me, then change. Change from inside.

There is no happiness in the world which you cannot get by being on the path ofknowledge. Once you taste this nectar, everything else will be bitter. Once you begin to float in this, you will never experience a lack of anything in any way in your life.Don't keep me at a distance. By staying far away from me you have no benefit whatsoever. You are just wasting your time and mine too. Whatever I am, you are that too. Whatever you thought was impossible for you, I have come here to show you that it is possible.

This body, this prana, has only one mission. It has come for one reason - to introduce you all to your own self, to reveal the true self to you. Who are you? You are truth. You are shiva. You are beauty.See, many people come here. Some come just to visit the place and say, "oh! nice." some feel nice inside and say, "oh! nice energy!"they take few deep breaths and go back after one or two days in a good state of mind. Few others come and stay a little longer, while, while others just loot every thing. They take every thing. And that is good. Those are the kind of people I want. They must loot everything.The shop is open. So loot all you can.

Magic of Bawan Dinesh's Presence

After the 25th June Yes!+ Morning batch got over I was not sure if Bawa n Dinesda were taking a Yes!+ course in Mumbai from 15th July. Then I had a word with Anjana and asked her to convince Bau if we could have a Yes!++ in Mulund and you know what Bau said why not have a Yes!+ in Mulund with BawanDinesh. Non of the volunteers could believe their ears. The enthusiasm, intensity, valour and energy level of each every volunteer was sky rocketing. We just had 10 days in our hand i.e. from 3rd July till 13th July to make this wonderful opportunity that we got to organize a Yes!+ for our very own Bau and Dineshda. The key words that contributed to the success of our course - Team work, 'Yes' Mind and Guru Grace. 180 registrations in 10 days was just an imagination once upon a time. But now it’s a breathing reality for each one of us. Self effort and faith in the master made the impossible very much possible.

And I could just not believe my eyes. From 15th-20th July -180 people did the Yes!+, 94 people did Sahej Samadhi Meditation, 35 people did Mathemagic with Bawa and 50+ people did SMS(Study Made Simpler) with Dineshda. I realized that when you give your 100% then the output is unimaginable.

Few of my learnings:
If the group sankalpa is strong then anything is possible.
Every opportunity for seva is an oppurtuntiy to experience Guru Grace.
Responsibility should always be taken and not given.
Clarity in communication while working in a team.
Do not hesitate to take challenges.
Learn to adapt to change.
Focus should be on the Guru and on learning.
Learn from your own mistakes and other’s as well.

JOURNEY WITH MY MASTER

I have been lately listening to the Patanjali Yoga Sutras and everytime I hear it, its a new learning. Its amazing to realize how I could have missed listening to that point which meant so much to me in my life the previous time I heard Patanjali. One can just wonder. Every moment is a miracle. The last I visited the ashram was last navratri. And the longing to meet Guruji was unbearable. And thats when I recieve the news that Guruji is visiting Mumbai! Now this is what I say "A sincere prayer never goes unanswered". And when I met Guruji face to face even without saying a word he said it all. That's Guruji.

And you know what, when I went to recieve Guruji at the airport after having a glimpse of him, I was definitely not satisfied. And guess what, Guruji's vehicle was just adjacent to our vehicle. And what an amazing divine race we were having. Sometimes Guruji's car would be ahead of our car and sometimes our car would be ahead of Guruji's car.

That's when I realized that this is exactly what Guruji does with us in our life. There are times in our life when we just need to quietly follow the Master and other times when the Master is behind us guiding us through the pathway ahead.

Sometimes we used to peep out of the car waving out to Guruji and sometimes he would peep out of his car, give us a naughty wink and contagious smile. It was really nice observing every little detail move of the Master; Guruji drinking water, Guruji looking out of the window, Guruji sitting with eyes closed. At that moment I wondered if we are enjoying observing Guruji's every move so closely, Guruji also must be enjoying keeping a close watch on all our moves in life na!

Truly an unforgettable journey with the Master!

Pearls of Wisdom from the Master

The aim of mankind is to reach towards happiness and joy’Mumbai (India), June 11

The mind can be slippery. Yet, faith should not be slippery. Life is about faith, though sometimes it becomes shaky. Whenever you have been in trouble, haven’t you received help? You will keep receiving it.You all are like flowers which will never die, never wither. Today there is not a single person who does not have sweetness in his heart. Even if you visit a prison, there are people who have sweetness in their hearts. This joy and happiness that we have received, should be reached to others. The aim of mankind is to reach towards happiness and joy. From joy, two things are born in you: a smile and a desire to serve.

There are two kinds of devotees. Have you observed a cat and a monkey? When a monkey walks, its child will cling to it. The monkey is not bothered about its child because the child follows the mother. Whereas a kitten does not follow its mother. The mother has to keep an eye on the child, and takes it in its mouth wherever she goes. Are you a cat or a monkey? Do you cling to the Divine or let the Divine carry you?Also, for those who are on the path, remember to relax.

Again, there are two types of devotees.Those who are just starting on the path are like those who are running to catch the train and those who have already begun are those who are already sitting inside the train. People who are just starting are worried about their ability to catch the train; they have to catch a taxi from home, rush to the platform on time, find the right platform, and then find the correct coach, and then get on the train. Until they get on the train, they cannot rest.If those who are on the train already run from one compartment to the other, will they reach their destination sooner? What is the use of running inside the compartment?

After getting into the compartment, put your luggage down and relax. And then you will get to your destination.

Sri Sri on the Holly Show

Recently we have been very concerned about what we can do to uplift individuals in the society. What we can do to make this world a better place. What we can do to share love rather than hate. My first guest is truly a global phenomenon. He is the founder of the Art of Living Foundation and the International Association for human values. One of the most successful educational and humanitarian NGOs in the world. The foundations strengthens the individual and revitalizes human values such as friendliness, co-operation, kindness, compassion and generosity.Through practical wisdom, service and celebration. Guruji is a multifaceted humanitarian and spiritual leader. He travels to more than 40 countries every year with the message of love and peace, service to humanity.

1. What’s the relevance of "Yes We Can"and how did you come up with this whole concept?
Ans: You know I walk around and see there was no smile in young people’s face. A baby smiles 400 times a day, an adolescent smiles only 17 times and when they become adult they don’t smile at all.Well I have to put back the Smile right on their face again. Then this came up.


2. How do you see this program transforming society and changing lives?
Ans : Well its happening! Everyone who goes through the program they just come out with flying colours, they are free from stress they are able to communicate with people better, its very rewarding.

3. Are there any specific things your implementing, your using to develop people?
Ans : There is an ancient breathing technique and Sudarshnkriya a very powerful breathing technique it just turns the table all around.

4.So do you think this is a hard task that you have set for the Art of Living to do?
Ans: It’s a smart task I would say. I think everybody would love to do it.

5. We were wondering if you could tell us what your greatest strengths are?
Ans : I love people I love this planet. You know when your intentions are clear, when you are fulfilled and satisfied for yourself then you are able to do something for the world.

6. So you want to bring a little bit of this into everybody’s lives?
Ans : Everyone can feel that fulfillment within and then be dynamic and active in the world, help others.

7. Guruji, why have you chosen youth to implement this project.
Ans: Because youth have enthusiasm in them, they want to do something. They can dream. You know after 40 or 50yrs people become little apathetic and they are not interested to do something new or creative and then people always wants to go for something fantastic.

8. What kind of world leaders do you work with?
Ans: I work with all types of people, all leaders, all aspects every avenue of life needs this knowledge, spiritual. So I don’t choose to work with people, I work with everybody.

9. Guruji what is your focus for Yes We Can and why?
Ans: My focus is to see that more and more youngsters take responsibility for the planet they will be owning or they do own now and I want them to find a new direction in their life which is evolutionary and not self destructive. I want young people to get themselves free from tobacco, alcoholism, violence and get into creating a more happy family.

10. What is the best way to dela with when we get sad and how does it affect relationships.
Ans: You know youngsters get into relationships, but they get out of relationship very fast. And everytime they go out of a relationship there is a big heartbreak and when they get into a relationship there is a big uncertainity. So this Yes+ program helps them to be more stable, strong and think from their heart and move on in their life.

11. Guruji, what inspired you to make Yes We Can?
Ans : Just the youth themselves.

12. Guruji what is your vision for youth?
Ans : To see that our youths have deeper roots and broader vision. You know deeper roots makes them well grounded So deepen your roots and broaden your vision is the slogan for youths.

13. How to break down the barriers of prejudice?
Ans: Education and intermingling with people of other backgrounds, other race, religion nationality, sitting with them and getting to know them will break down all the barriers. Our prejudice is becoz we keep people away from us. Once we get to know them prejudice simply drops. We have to start feeling that the whole wolrd is one family with many differences.

Q. You travel the world continuously going to different places, spreading this knowledge. How many countries you have been this year.
Guruji : Ya . Oh ho so many I’ve lost the count. Last I did was 174 cities in 1 year.

14 How do we create a stress free and a violence free society?
Ans: By engaging youth into programs like Yes+, by creating more multicultural, multidimensional, multilingual & religious programs. Interfaith prayers and cultural programs will al bring people together.

15. Guruji, what does success mean to you?
Ans: A smile that doesn’t die away, a confidence that doesn’t wither away and a personality that doesn’t get shaken is a sign of success.

Guruji’s Message – Have a Dream and keep going I am with you!

The Holly Show http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe4cTrXmg4M

The Yes We Can website : http://www.yeswecan-clp.org/