Daaji went for his walk at 7.10 a.m.


 At 10.15 a.m. a few seekers from Babuji’s time met Daaji in his office. Daaji conducted meditation, which lasted 40 minutes.


 Daaji went on rounds of the entire Kanha campus between 11.20 a.m. and 1.20 p.m. He first visited the&nbsp;Madhuvanam pond, which has been taking a new shape and&nbsp;inspected the work that was going on. After this, he visited the nursery. From there he proceeded to the Saireddyguda village to inspect the water level in the pond that is coming up there. After spending&nbsp;some time there he went to&nbsp;Damarlapally&nbsp;and then to Madhur, inspecting the ongoing cultivation from the west gate of Kanha up to the Madhur gate. He also visited the pond in Madhur while he was there.


 Daaji has been quite concerned about water conservation and has been frequently visiting&nbsp;the water bodies to ensure proper measurements are being taken for conserving the rainwater through rainwater harvesting.


 From 6.20 to 6.40 p.m. Daaji conducted meditation for the seekers assembled in his house.


 At 7 p.m. Daaji met the seekers who were waiting for him in his office. One of them was Sheetal, a&nbsp;neurologist from Guwahati, who has also been involved in research work. Daaji spoke to her about the research being carried out to study the impact of meditation with Transmission on the human brain. ECG and MRI scans conducted as part of the studies reveal changes in the frontal and occipital lobes. Mentioning that there have been some extraordinary findings so far, Daaji urged Sheetal to come up with her own observations and findings, and compare the two.


 Thereafter,&nbsp;Jaswant and Anuja Bhandari informed Daaji that they had joined the Kanha Coaching Center (KCC). Daaji was happy and said, “It’s really nice that you are joining KCC.” He expressed his intention to create a campus far away from the city, which would include classrooms, hostels, and all other amenities that students need so that they don’t have to leave the premises if they don’t wish to. Daaji asked Jaswant and Anuja if they could come up with a design plan for such a campus away from the city.


 Later Amrutha Varshini from Dindigul showed Daaji the silver medal that she had won in powerlifting in the National games. She was very happy when, after&nbsp; keenly seeing the medal, he wore it around her neck.


Daaji watched the presentation on the Madurai meditation hall project and left for home. One of the last activities that he engaged in, before calling it a day, was a discussion with Joshua Pollock regarding an upcoming book.


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Daaji decided to rest for most of the time today. However, he interacted with some of the eminent people today and also visited the water conservation area. 

Kanha Shantivanam 5th July 2022

Daaji started for his walk at 7 a.m. These morning walks are usually interspersed by short halts to inspect and observe the plants on the way. He attends to them just as how a loving parent takes care of their child.


 At 8 a.m. Daaji had breakfast with Dinesh Trivedi from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Pradip Singh Chudasama and Rasik Lal Patel. At 8.45 a.m., Daaji received Prakash Javadekar, also from the BJP, along with a few other guests. He spoke to them on many topics.


 While speaking about&nbsp;samskaras [impressions], Daaji said, “Even when&nbsp;samskaras are good, parents are good, everything is good,&nbsp;bhoga has to be undergone. And in this process of undergoing&nbsp;bhoga, more and more&nbsp;samskaras are formed. So&nbsp;samskaras might be good or bad, but nevertheless, they are bondage. Whether you are tied with an iron chain or a chain made of gold, you are still in bondage. Until that is dissolved,&nbsp;moksha [liberation] is impossible. Without that, you cannot come to a state of purity. The practice or method of Yoga should be such that it makes us pure.”


 He further said, “The belief that God can give us peace is good. He can give us everything, but it would be better if we can experience love and even better if we&nbsp;become love. Instead of experiencing divinity, we become divine.”


 Daaji went on to explain the concepts of&nbsp;shrama [labor] and&nbsp;karma&nbsp;[duty]&nbsp;to his guests. He clarified that, as seekers of Truth, we should be careful not to get trapped in the state of&nbsp;Sat-Chit-Anand and should aspire to go beyond.&nbsp;


 Explaining the meaning of epigenetics, Daaji said that it refers to the changes caused by the external environment on a person’s genetic make-up, irrespective of the DNA they may have inherited from their parents. He gave a few examples to illustrate how the external environment affects the fetus in the mother’s womb.&nbsp;


 While addressing the concern of many&nbsp;parents regarding the digital hazards caused by the usage&nbsp;of gadgets and mobile phones by children, Daaji referred to the moong dal sprouts&nbsp;experiment conducted under different environmental&nbsp;situations. This experiment showcases the harmful effect of electromagnetic radiation, emitted by mobile phones and other Wi-Fi/Bluetooth devices, on the surrounding life forms. Daaji asserted that we can make a difference in society on a global scale by making these experiments&nbsp;mandatory in each class across schools in the country.

Between 9.30 a.m. and 9.55 a.m. Daaji walked his guests through the relaxation process and conducted meditation. After meditation Kapil demonstrated Brighter Minds, leaving the guests in a state of absolute amazement.

Around 10.40 a.m. Jishnu Dev Varma, Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura, and his wife joined Daaji and the other guests. There was a discussion&nbsp;on the rapid development of Kanha over the years, including the greenery and rise in the groundwater level. Daaji explained the vital role of charcoal in the plants’ growth. He took them to his garden and showed them how rain guns are used in Kanha. After this, Prakash Chudasama took leave.


 Daaji took Jishnu Dev and his team for a walk and gave them a tour of different varieties of plants, deep root irrigation techniques and solar power installations.&nbsp;Between 11.36 a.m. and 11.56 a.m. he conducted meditation for the group.


 After the session, Daaji gave Jishnu Dev a few suggestions on the different plant species that can be grown in Tripura.&nbsp;He also shared and explained details of the Omkareshwar mountain development project. Daaji then showed them the mini forest created around his house, the canals laid to preserve rainwater and how they are diverted to water ponds. The minister and his wife were wonderstruck to hear about these innovative ideas and see the plethora of vegetables, fruit trees and other rare species planted in such a systematic way. Later Daaji had lunch with them and went to rest.

At 5.15 p.m. Shripad Naik, the current Minister of State for Tourism and Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India, came to visit Daaji along with Renjith Nair, Secretary to Chairman Indian Railways. While speaking to Shripad Naik, Daaji explained the futility of seeking and worshipping God outside. Quoting from the Bhagavad Gita, and touching upon the lives of many saints and examples from the Vedas and Upanishad, he asserted that divinity resides within and it is in our heart that we have to seek and find God. When we progress from kindergarten to higher grades, we leave behind the alphabet and are ready for other lessons. Similarly, we have to learn to experience God, divinity, within ourselves instead of seeking in temples. Only then can we find true peace and happiness.
 
 
 Daaji explained further, “By experiencing wealth, you do not become wealthy. By experiencing peace, you do not become a saint. By experiencing divinity, you do not become God. Yoga says it is good to experience, but it is even better to become&nbsp;that which you experience. This becoming, too, we have to ultimately surrender. As Saint Kabir says, when the raindrop merges with the ocean, does it remain to live and describe the experience? So that is our true culture, our true nature.” The discussion continued till 5.50 p.m. after which the guests left for the airport.

Daaji had met many officials throughout the day and was by now very exhausted. But he could not call it a day yet, as the members of the American Telugu Association (ATA) were waiting to meet him virtually over a Zoom call.


 At 6.10 p.m. the physiotherapist, Surekha Banda, visited Daaji for a routine check-up and suggested a few exercises for his shoulder pain.


 At 6.35 p.m. Daaji joined the Zoom call with the ATA team, answered a few questions and then started meditation. He asked Krishna Linga from the USA to terminate the meditation after 35 mins.


 Finally, Daaji went for a long walk, alone, in the light drizzling rain. This seemed like a refreshing end to a tiring and busy day.

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 Become Pure with the Help of Yoga
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 Even when&nbsp;samskaras are good, parents are good, everything is good,&nbsp;bhoga has to be undergone. And in this process of undergoing&nbsp;bhoga, more and more&nbsp;samskaras are formed. So&nbsp;samskaras might be good or bad, but nevertheless, they are bondage. Whether you are tied with an iron chain or a chain made of gold, you are still in bondage. Until that is dissolved,&nbsp;moksha [liberation] is impossible. Without that, you cannot come to a state of purity. The practice or method of Yoga should be such that it makes us pure.

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The belief that God can give us peace is good. He can give us everything, but it would be better if we can experience love and even better if we become love. Instead of experiencing divinity, we become divine.

Kanha Shantivanam 4th July 2022

Daaji conducted meditation for over 1700&nbsp;practitioners in the main meditation&nbsp;hall of Kanha Shanti Vanam from 7.30 a.m. to 8.05 a.m. The guests who joined the session included Shri Chaitanya and Shri Nirmalananda from the Yogoda path, and Dr.&nbsp;R.C. Agrawal and his wife.


 Daaji privately shared his observations of the meditation, “The presence of revered Yoganandaji was felt along with Pujya Babuji Maharaj. Yoganandaji expressed his vision of the future, and Babuji approved it. Let us see how things move in the future. While I wonder&nbsp;how it will happen, I’m pretty sure it&nbsp;will&nbsp;happen since they want it. What is required from all concerned is open-heartedness and generosity of the heart to accept each other.”


 After meditation, Daaji gave a short talk sharing information regarding the new school campus and coaching center at Kanha, Heartfulness magazine, and wellness offerings.&nbsp;


 On his way back home from the meditation hall, Daaji invited Chaitanya and Nirmalananda to join him for breakfast. Afterward,&nbsp;Daaji took both of them for a walk and showed them the mini forest around his house.


 At 10.30 a.m. Daaji had a physiotherapy session with Surekha Banda, the physiotherapist. These sessions, which have been prescribed for his shoulder pain, are now a part of his daily routine.

Daaji joined the team from KPMG at the Pearl conference hall at 11.15 a.m. He patiently listened to their feedback and observations, then gave a talk. As he was about to leave, he introduced an Iranian couple to the team and later took the couple along with him for lunch.&nbsp;

At 5.35 p.m. Daaji met DSP P.R. Sanghani, chief security to the Gujarat Chief Minister, and his team. In the conversation that followed, Daaji explained the importance of meditation and the Heartfulness practice to his guests.&nbsp;


 Talking about the methods of seeking God, he said&nbsp;no one can recognize the original form of God, we can only imagine it. For example, today if we think of Lord Krishna, the face of Nitin Bhardwaj, who played the role of Shri Krishna in the&nbsp;Mahabharat&nbsp;television series, comes in front of us. If we are unable to recognize the&nbsp;original form of God, what is the purpose of&nbsp;darshan [vision of the Lord]? Daaji referred to Babuji’s saying that thousands of people come to see him, but no one is truly able to see him because real&nbsp;darshan is through the heart and not the eyes. We have to&nbsp;feel Him in our hearts. We have to invite God without any conditions, with an open heart and a reverential attitude. We have to experience God, only then will that faith last forever.&nbsp;


 Between 6 and 6.26 p.m. Daaji walked his guests through relaxation and meditation. After meditation, one of the guests shared that there were many thoughts and his mind was wandering here and there.&nbsp;


 Daaji replied,&nbsp;“The mind has a tendency and habit to wander all the time. Slowly we try to regulate it, not control it. It will take time. Don’t fight with thoughts, let them come. The more we give them attention, the more our mind is attracted to them. Just remind yourself that you are meditating.”&nbsp;


 Referring to the Ashtavakra Gita, he stressed one particular&nbsp;shloka&nbsp;which asks us to&nbsp;treat wishes like poison and keep them away, as they spoil our spiritual journey. The ancient scripture encourages one and all to remove negativity and welcome positivity by practicing five essential qualities, namely, forgiveness, sincerity, satisfaction, kindness and truth.


 Daaji met up with&nbsp;Dinesh Trivedi and Pradip Singh Chudasama at 6.50 p.m. He explained the Omkareshwar mountain project to them, and also referred to the development of the Mayuri forest as part of the Forests by Heartfulness initiative.&nbsp;


 During the discussion, when one of the guests expressed the need for people to change, Daaji said, “It’s not so easy. For change to happen, one should be willing to invite the change. Even Lord Krishna failed in changing the Kauravas’ mindset, and he had to ultimately resort to destruction.&nbsp;The person should&nbsp;want to change, then things can happen and only then can we help.”


 Taking the example of Kanha, Dinesh Trivedi asked if it is the positivity that changes the environment or is it the environment that attracts positivity?&nbsp;


 Daaji replied, “Here it’s a bit of both. The atmosphere is lovely and your heart also resonates with it.” He then shared an example where even the atmosphere like that of Kanha cannot change a person if they are not willing to change.


 “So one has to want to change. One has to resonate, and this resonance cannot come so easily. Enforcing change is like rape, where you take advantage of the other and force yourself on them. Unless one wants to change, you cannot make it happen. It is against nature.


 “But people who are already inclined to change will benefit from such an atmosphere. Those who are not, they cannot be forced. It’s like wearing a raincoat and going out in the rain. Can you then enjoy the rain?”


 Daaji recollected Babuji Maharaj’s saying that when you transmit to a thief, he becomes a better thief. The same Transmission can also help you to be liberated. So change is possible only when one is wanting to change. Being adamant that I know, I don’t need to change, I’m perfect, is the barrier.


 After spending almost an hour with the guests, Daaji started back home. Suddenly he felt giddy and stopped to take rest for a couple of minutes before starting again. He stopped again for a small walk in the rainforest area before reaching home.&nbsp;


 At 9.20 p.m. Daaji joined the Zoom call with ATA members and a special guest, Upasana&nbsp;Kamineni of the Apollo group of hospitals. As part of the interview, Upasana asked some poignant questions to which Daaji gave some wonderful answers. After the session, Daaji conducted meditation for all.


 It was another tiring day, with many guests and activities from morning till night.

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 The Presence of Revered Yoganandaji and Pujya Babuji Maharaj
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 The presence of revered Yoganandaji was felt along with Pujya Babuji Maharaj. Yoganandaji expressed his vision of the future, and Babuji approved it. Let us see how things move in the future. While I wonder&nbsp;how it will happen, I’m pretty sure it&nbsp;will&nbsp;happen since they want it. What is required from all concerned is open-heartedness and generosity of the heart to accept each other.

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 Seeking God
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 no one can recognize the original form of God, we can only imagine it. For example, today if we think of Lord Krishna, the face of Nitin Bhardwaj, who played the role of Shri Krishna in the&nbsp;Mahabharat&nbsp;television series, comes in front of us. If we are unable to recognize the&nbsp;original form of God, what is the purpose of&nbsp;darshan [vision of the Lord]?

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The mind has a tendency and habit to wander all the time. Slowly we try to regulate it, not control it. It will take time. Don’t fight with thoughts, let them come. The more we give them attention, the more our mind is attracted to them. Just remind yourself that you are meditating.

Kanha Shantivanam 3rd July 2022

The morning was busy with Daaji checking his e-mails and responding to them.


 At 10.30 a.m. he had his routine check-up and exercises with the physiotherapist.

Daaji met up with the KPMG team at The Pearl hotel around 11.30 a.m. The program began with a question-answer session. Daaji shared his insights on the following topics:


 Attitude


 Attitude plays a very major role. Success in spirituality, or any other field, depends largely on our attitude.


 Religion and spirituality


 What is important is the heart. Yoga does not demand us to believe in God. In fact, blind beliefs slow us down. We must remain open in our hearts and say, “God, I’d like to believe you are there. I want to experience your presence.” We should be neutral; we cannot go with preconditions.


 Even in meditation, we witness this sort of preconditioning. For example, we meditate together in our ashrams, but some people feel the presence of Lord Jesus, others feel the presence of the Prophet, and yet others the presence of Goddess Durga or Mahadeva or Lord Krishna. Thus, we perceive reality through our colored glasses. In our subconscious mind, we are preconditioned to perceive God as Lord Krishna or the Prophet or Jesus. So, our belief is actually cheating us.


 Any worship done ritualistically will not yield anything. There needs to be love and joy in whatever we do.


 The higher dimensions


 Very few individuals have access to the higher worlds, that is, they can feel the vibrations of that level. This knowledge is reserved for them, for the work that they do. Such people are agents of the Divine. In the Quran, they are referred to as Abdals, and in common language, we know them as angels.


 Angels are there, and there is much more beyond them too. In fact, there is a hierarchy of dimensions. And once in a million years, we might find one person having access to all the dimensions at one go. It is very rare, but it is possible.


 Even if Nature favors us and gives us access to these dimensions, what is the use? Before seeking access to higher dimensions, we must learn how to communicate in this world. Unless and until we master the art of communication here, we cannot have vertical growth [access to higher dimensions].
 
 
 The question-answer session continued till 12.40 p.m., after which Daaji conducted meditation. After meditation, he said that he would meet the KPMG team for one more session before they left Kanha. He had a photograph clicked with the group, and afterward left for home.

At 5.45 p.m. Daaji met Dr. R.C. Agrawal, Deputy Director-General of ICAR, and his wife. After introducing ICAR and their institute in Hyderabad, Dr. Agrawal requested Daaji to visit their campus on the 8th of July and address the ICAR members. The invitation was heartily accepted by Daaji.


 They went on to discuss many topics related to agriculture, including the latest techniques, methods to train students, and so on. Dr. Agrawal expressed his wish to conduct a three-day seminar involving meditation, for 75 vice-chancellors, on the Kanha campus.&nbsp;

At 6 p.m. Swati Bharadwaj, a Times of India reporter visited Daaji along with her father. There was a Brighter Minds demo for all the guests – including Swati and Dr. R.C. Agrawal – which left them all astonished.


 Later, Swati interviewed Daaji. They discussed politics, the important role of media, and some basics about religion and spirituality. The discussion went on till 7.20 p.m. &nbsp;

At 9.30 p.m. Daaji joined the members of ATA (American Telugu Association) over a Zoom call. They were holding their 17th convention. Daaji thanked the ATA team for inviting Heartfulness to be part of the celebrations and then spoke for a few minutes.


 He said, “Heartfulness is not just about meditation and spirituality. Rather, it is an all-encompassing complement to life, where we do not ignore any facet of our existence. We try to integrate everything so that whatever we do becomes spiritual in the end. Whether we eat or work, whether we are with our children or with our beloved – every moment must be imbued with love and reverence for God. And this happens when we remain in a meditative state all the time.


 “Though it may sound difficult, I assure you that the practice helps us to arrive at such a lofty state naturally, in a very easy way. What we need to do is to commit ourselves to practice for a few minutes in the morning, evening, and before going to sleep. No more than an hour in a day is required to ensure our spiritual growth.


 “It has a tremendous impact on our lives not only at the individual level but even on our families and business environment. Wherever we go we carry this special atmosphere, this special aura of calm and peace. Unless we have that condition within our hearts, how can we radiate it outside? How can we resonate with the outer world with that frequency, unless it is first created within us?”


 Then Daaji walked the participants of the virtual meeting through relaxation and conducted meditation from 9.45 p.m. to 10 p.m. The session continued with questions and answers till 10.45 p.m.

After attending the Zoom session, Daaji called for Gajendra Goutam and showed him a video of the mountains in Switzerland, which showcased the development of the greenery, forests, pathways, and so on. Daaji shared his vision of developing the Omkareshwar project in the same manner.


 Finally, the long day came to a close and Daaji went to rest for the night.

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 Religion and Spirituality
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 While talking about Religion and Spirituality, Daaji said, “What is important is your heart? Yoga does not demand any belief system. In fact, any belief system would slow you down. We must remain open in our hearts and say, ‘God, I do like to believe you are there but I want to experience your presence.’ And it should be on neutral ground. I cannot go with preconditions. Even with this sort of meditation, people do carry their baggage. For example, when we meditate together in our ashrams, some people come up and say they felt the presence of Lord Jesus. Or in Qatar, they feel the presence of the Prophet. In India, some people say they felt the presence of Goddess Durga or Mahadeva or Lord Krishna. You are seeing some reality from the colored glasses that you are wearing. In your subconscious mind you are preconditioned that God is Lord Krishna or God is Prophet or God is Jesus. So when we see something profound we immediately think it must be that. That is how we color our experiences. So the belief has actually cheated you. Any worship done ritualistically will not yield anything. There needs to be Love and Joy in what we do."

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What is important is your heart? Yoga does not demand any belief system. In fact, any belief system would slow you down. We must remain open in our hearts and say, ‘God, I do like to believe you are there but I want to experience your presence.’ And it should be on neutral ground. 

Kanha Shantivanam 2nd July 2022

The activities of the day began at 8.45 a.m. with Daaji meeting Pravin Dagdee, the school correspondent, and Bhavna Sonkamble, the principal of THLC. They discussed many aspects of the school administration and how to take them forward. Daaji expressed his keen intention to take the school to the top level.

At 9.30 a.m.,&nbsp;Chaitanyaji and Nirmalanandaji from the Yogoda Satsanga Society of India met Daaji. They have been planning to organize their event in February in Kanha. Daaji went on to express his concern regarding the exploitation of innocent people at the hands of pseudo gurus and monks. He then asked if they could all meditate for a few minutes, to which Chaitanyaji and Nirmalanandaji happily agreed.


 Daaji conducted meditation for about 20 minutes. It was a very deep and profound session. After meditation, Daaji called both the guests near his computer and showed them the pictures of Babuji, Chariji, Anandamayi Ma,&nbsp;St Therese of Lisieux, Shri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Swami Vivekananda, Janaki Ma, and many others. He informed that all those pictures belonged to the Guides of the Heartfulness/Sahaj Marg lineage.


 Specifically pointing to one of the pictures, Daaji said, “You know him well.” Both Chaitanyaji and Nirmalanandaji immediately smiled. Their faces lit up with joy upon seeing Yoganandaji’s picture among the Guides of Heartfulness.


 Daaji told them, “So to us you are no strangers.I felt the enormous thundering presence of Yoganandaji in today’s meditation. I could feel his vibrations, his blessings.&nbsp;It’s a very good beginning.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;not a coincidence.” He went on to clarify that he was not making it all up, and the fact that Yoganandaji was a Guide of the Heartfulness lineage was kept a secret until now.


 Referring to all the Guides, he continued, “These are great souls. Just as it is difficult for us to connect with that dimension, so is it difficult for them to connect from that dimension. The vibrations here are so gross and heavy, they can’t tolerate it. So they just come for a brief moment and then go.


 “There [referring to the higher dimensions], time does not exist. So even when you talk about a moment, they might have already done what we are able to see now.”

Later Daaji’s grandchildren came to play along with Joshua Pollock’s kids. After spending some time with the little ones, Daaji went to attend to his shoulder pain.

At 5.30 p.m. the physiotherapist, Surekha Banda, came to see Daaji for his routine check-up and exercises.


 At 6.15 p.m. Daaji went for a walk in the mini forest surrounding his house and then started off for his office. Between 7 and 7.45 p.m. he met seekers in his office and listened to their queries patiently.

 Umakant Kondapure, along with one other person, had a meeting with Daaji regarding KCC. After this, Daaji left for his home.

<h2>
 The Greater Souls in Higher Dimensions
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 These are great souls. Just as it is difficult for us to connect with that dimension, so is it difficult for them to connect from that dimension. The vibrations here are so gross and heavy, they can’t tolerate it. So they just come for a brief moment and then go.


 There [referring to the higher dimensions], time does not exist. So even when you talk about a moment, they might have already done what we are able to see now.

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There [referring to the higher dimensions], time does not exist. So even when you talk about a moment, they might have already done what we are able to see now.

Kanha Shantivanam 1st July 2022

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A live journal of blessed activities in and around Kanha with Daaji

The following day began with Daaji offering yet another beautiful meditation session in the early morning. After a profound Heartfulness meditation session that was telecast live on the Heartfulness channel, Daaji invited Mr. Linguswamy to give a talk. His talk revolved around his experiences with the Heartfulness meditation practice and its transformative effect. He expressed his gratitude to Daaji referring to him as a ‘real hero.’&nbsp;This was followed by a heartwarming Q&amp;A session with Daaji. His words resonated deeply with the eager practitioners, leaving everyone inspired and deeply moved.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Later that evening, Daaji welcomed a group of practitioners from the Baduga tribal community of Ooty, a beautiful hill station nestled in the Nilgiri mountain range. Their hearts were deeply touched as Daaji interacted with them personally. His gentle words and affectionate demeanor created an unforgettable experience for the community members. He ended the meeting with a promise saying, “I will come soon to Ooty,” filling their hearts with even more joy! He then posed for a group photo with them.&nbsp;Many dignitaries had come to meet Daaji in Tiruppur: Mr. V. Sundararajan, Chairman of Sky Group of Companies and the Founder Secretary of Vanam Foundation, Palladam, Tiruppur District; the Founder Director of the Coconut Farmers Producer Company; and Mr. K. R. Nagarajan who is the Chairman of the Ramraj Cotton Group of Companies and Vice President of the World Community Service Center.&nbsp;Daaji met with Padma Shri Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, Poppy's Group of Companies and Honorary, Founder President, Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA); the President of Federation of Indian Exporters Organizations (FIEO); and Mr. N. Thirukkumaran Managing Director, Ess Tee Group of Companies and General Secretary, Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA). Daaji also met with Mr. Kumar Duraiswamy who is the Managing Director, Eastern Global Clothings, the Joint Secretary of Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA), and also the Project Director, 'Vanathukkul Tiruppur' - Initiatives of Green Tiruppur; and the Convenor, Tiruppur Stakeholders Forum (TSF).&nbsp;&nbsp;After a brief discussion with them on varied initiatives Daaji then asked for the Brighter Minds demonstration to be presented to all the guests.&nbsp; Later they all joined Daaji for the evening Heartfulness meditation session, after which he gave a talk that touched every heart present in the audience. Daaji expressed his joy saying, “My stay here at DJ Park has been very productive and I admire your sacrifice for coming here despite so many inconveniences. Returning home you will notice even greater changes that will unfold in your day-to-day lives because of these three meditation sessions. Tomorrow I will be returning back home but my heart will always remain here and I intend to come back hopefully on the 11th November.”&nbsp;Touching upon the topic of peace, Daaji reminisced about Babuji Maharaj’s letter to the United Nations dated July&nbsp;8, 1957 where Babuji emphasized that world peace cannot be possible until individual peace is granted. Daaji said, “And who can grant this individual peace? No one, but yourself. It’s an individual attitude: a person under turbulence can remain unshaken and a person without any sort of problems remains stressful and anxious. Our path, the Heartfulness way is a direct gift from the Divine because through this&nbsp;pranahuti or transmission all willing practitioners are able to experience a minimum level of peace.”Daaji threw light on the intricacies of how attaining liberation during this lifetime can take us to that state of non-duality whose inherent quality is peace. He also differentiated the peace that one attains before liberation at the Atma chakra [2nd point in the heart region] and the peace experienced beyond the 9th point.&nbsp; He said, “There is no solution in asking or praying for peace. Liberation is in our hands: no God or Guru can grant it if we are not deserving. So our only job is to become deserving individuals.”Daaji also gave simple solutions as to how one can become deserving individuals. He then went on to reveal, “something that most people have not understood in the very first chapter of&nbsp;Reality at Dawn.” Daaji divulged the true interpretation of Babuji Maharaj’s very profound statement –&nbsp;Where religion ends, spirituality begins; where spirituality ends, reality begins; where reality ends, bliss begins.&nbsp;By linking the intricate concepts of God, divine experiences, desires and transcendence, Daaji clarified the meaning of this statement.

Daaji threw light on the intricacies of how attaining liberation during this lifetime can take us to that state of non-duality whose inherent quality is peace. He also differentiated the peace that one attains before liberation at the Atma chakra [2nd point in the heart region] and the peace experienced beyond the 9th point.&nbsp; He said, “There is no solution in asking or praying for peace. Liberation is in our hands: no God or Guru can grant it if we are not deserving. So our only job is to become deserving individuals.”

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Daaji spent the day at Tiruppur, conducting meditation and question and answer sessions and meeting dignitaries. 

Tiruppur 21st October 2024

Despite the heavy downpour from the previous night, the ashram was serene and prepared for the day's events. After the meditation session, Daaji solemnized three weddings in a simple ceremony.&nbsp;<ul><li>Disha and Abhishek</li><li>Astha and Kshitij</li><li>Garima and Sandeep</li></ul>

He returned to the cottage for breakfast, joined by a few guests, including Dr. Kannan, affectionately known as ‘Sanskrit Kannan’ within the Heartfulness community. Their conversation revolved around Dr. Kannan's ongoing study of Vedic texts in the light of Heartfulness teachings, a rich dialogue blending ancient wisdom with the spiritual depth of the Heartfulness approach.

Later in the day, Daaji embarked on the journey to the next destination – Tiruppur. By the time he arrived at the DJ Park Ashram in Tiruppur in the evening, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation and eagerness on behalf of the practitioners assembled there. While Daaji was conducting the evening meditation, it began to rain heavily. Many viewed this as a divine affirmation; as if the spiritual hierarchy above was rejoicing alongside the practitioners, their joy mirrored by the rain.&nbsp;&nbsp;

While Daaji was conducting the evening meditation, it began to rain heavily. Many viewed this as a divine affirmation; as if the spiritual hierarchy above was rejoicing alongside the practitioners, their joy mirrored by the rain.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Daaji spent his day solemnizing weddings, discussing Vedic texts and traveling to Tiruppur. 

Chennai and Tiruppur 20th October 2024

Daaji began his day early, looking forward to continue his journey to Chennai. He invited a few Heartfulness practitioners to join him for breakfast, where they discussed plans for the days ahead.&nbsp;His first stop upon reaching Chennai was the Heartfulness International School, Omega branch. There, Daaji launched several important initiatives and took time to meet with school officials. During his speech, he shared his vision to open more such Heartfulness schools across India, calling upon educators within and outside the Heartfulness community to contribute to this noble cause.&nbsp;In response to student inquiries about following one's heart, Daaji answered with his characteristic warmth and clarity, encouraging the youth to trust their inner guidance which is greatly enhanced when nourished by a sincere Heartfulness practice. He explained how a meditative practice strengthens this inner connection, allowing one to navigate life with a deeper sense of purpose.

From there, Daaji proceeded to the Babuji Memorial Ashram in Manapakkam, where hundreds of Heartfulness practitioners from Chennai and nearby centers lined the roads, welcoming him with love and devotion.&nbsp;&nbsp;Daaji enjoyed a hearty South Indian lunch and after a brief rest, he conducted the evening meditation. Several celebrities from the Tamil film industry had been invited to experience Heartfulness meditation by Mr. N. Lingusamy, a Heartfulness trainer and renowned movie director.Daaji inaugurated the Tamil Nadu Youth Seminar with the theme ‘Awaken Your Inner Potential’ with an inspiring talk after meditation. This was followed by an engaging Q&amp;A session with the young participants. Daaji encouraged them to embrace Heartfulness practices with dedication, urging them to research the effects of following one’s heart versus ignoring it. He emphasized that with a consistent meditation routine, they could develop a courageous spirit capable of navigating life's challenges.

As Daaji made his way back to the cottage, a large crowd gathered, each one vying for his attention. Daaji often lovingly reminds everyone that there is no need to struggle for this external attention. He has mentioned that true connection arises from cultivating an inner state of deservingness, where the deep silence of the heart prepares one to receive Divine grace. In this state, the flow of yogic transmission becomes natural and automatic. He gently but firmly asked everyone to leave, before retiring to the cottage for a quiet dinner.This day was filled with moments of deep connection, reflection, and inspiration, as Daaji continued to share the message of Heartfulness with all those who came to meet him.

Daaji inaugurated the Tamil Nadu Youth Seminar with the theme ‘Awaken Your Inner Potential’ with an inspiring talk after meditation. This was followed by an engaging Q&amp;A session with the young participants. Daaji encouraged them to embrace Heartfulness practices with dedication, urging them to research the effects of following one’s heart versus ignoring it. He emphasized that with a consistent meditation routine, they could develop a courageous spirit capable of navigating life's challenges.

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This day was filled with moments of deep connection, reflection, and inspiration, as Daaji continued to share the message of Heartfulness with all those who came to meet him.

Thiruvallur and Chennai 19th October 2024

The following morning saw Daaji rise early to meet more practitioners who with eager hearts had gathered at the hotel to greet him before he left for the venue. The day began with a group meditation, where Daaji, with his signature calm, shared what he had felt during the meditation in his heart. He beautifully explained how once we begin our yogic practice, it is crucial to bring it to completion. Often, it is the unfinished tasks that leaves us with the trauma of regret and guilt, which can be practically impossible to erase.His thoughts flowed like a calm river carrying a deep current of spiritual insight. Leading a holistic lifestyle has been a central theme in Daaji’s talks and work. He emphasized the importance of working on ourselves, making sure not to leave anything unfinished: for a sincere yogi, it is important to note that doing the right thing is a triumph, but neglecting to do the right thing at the right moment can be far more detrimental to one’s spiritual progress.The essence of Heartfulness is to live without creating unnecessary&nbsp;samskaras or mental impressions that weigh us down on our spiritual journey.&nbsp;Akarma, which translates from Sanskrit as action performed with pure love and without attachment, is the ideal state for a spiritual aspirant. The riddles of life – what to do, what not to do, and how to live in the best way – were unraveled by Daaji with ease, making the profound seem simple and achievable.Daaji spoke about the need for self-restraint and how living a life absorbed in divine remembrance can reduce the need for the evening Heartfulness Cleaning practice. When we are truly absorbed in the presence of the Divine, we think and perform actions without creating new imprints on our consciousness. This intensity of practice can help us lead a life of inner peace and harmony.Before leaving, Daaji said that he would have stayed a few days longer if he could have. However, he promised to return soon. He shared how a spiritual guide finds joy in being with sincere and absorbing hearts, ready to deepen their practice and apply the teachings of Heartfulness in their daily lives.

On his way, Daaji made a surprise visit to a Heartfulness trainer’s sari shop. By the time he reached Thiruvallur, Chennai had recovered enough from the heavy rains, and preparations were in full swing to receive him. Interestingly, the rain seemed to follow him, pouring down in Hosur and Vellore after his departure, as though nature itself was in tune with the spiritual energy he emanates. Several thousand practitioners from nearby centers had gathered there, their hearts open and ready to receive their beloved guide.After entering the cottage, Daaji went to his room for a quiet moment to offer&nbsp;prasad. [Sweets offered with an attitude of reverence and in remembrance of the Divine. The sweets are divinized by this infusion of love and reverence, creating an osmosis between what is offered and the one to whom it is being offered.]&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After the prasad was distributed, the practitioners made their way to the hall for a meditation session while Daaji took some much-needed rest. Over high tea, Daaji met with a few practitioners, before making his way to inaugurate the Heartfulness International School in Thiruvalllur.&nbsp;This special moment was marked by the first official admission to the school, which was performed by Daaji personally. He then conducted another group meditation in the main hall, followed by a lively and engaging interaction with the practitioners gathered there. Later during dinner, Daaji met with more practitioners before retiring for the night.&nbsp;

Daaji spoke about the need for self-restraint and how living a life absorbed in divine remembrance can reduce the need for the evening Heartfulness Cleaning practice. When we are truly absorbed in the presence of the Divine, we think and perform actions without creating new imprints on our consciousness. This intensity of practice can help us lead a life of inner peace and harmony.

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Daaji’s day was filled with sessions and meetings with abhyasis and his travel from Hosur and Vellore to Thiruvallur.

Vellore and Thiruvallur 18th October 2024

On Thursday, October 17, Daaji conducted meditation after which the atmosphere felt charged with deep absorption. This was followed by an inspiring talk from Daaji.&nbsp;He said, “During this meditation, some new guidelines were pouring into my heart from above, and I’m simply awestruck witnessing those dictations, which were not in words but in gestures. One gesture was about when in our country, in our culture, when we were encouraged to touch our parents’ feet. We did&nbsp;Sashtang Namaskaram&nbsp;[a yoga pose where the body is balanced on eight points of contact with the floor: feet, knees, hands, the chest, and either the chin or forehead] to our parents, our elder sisters and brothers, our uncles and aunts, and guests who visited our homes. Babuji says that it is time to revive that tradition, at least within our Heartfulness community. This will trigger mutual love and respect within the family.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Imagine that you get up early in the morning and touch your parents’ feet very respectfully, with a lot of love and reverence. Even if you fought the day before, this very act will dissolve your pain, your guilt, and all the sadness that you may have carried in your heart. Try it, and see what happens.&nbsp;“Secondly, it is wonderful when both husband and wife are meditating, but it is even better when they practice meditation together every morning. In Indian society, we are used to women waking up early, performing household chores, and being very busy in the kitchen. Husbands should also get up early and meditate together with their wives beforehand. It will change the vibrations in the house.“Thirdly, Babuji wants us to exercise.&nbsp;“Contemplate on the stages of thinking to remembrance to frequent remembrance to constant remembrance to remaining absorbed in the remembrance of the Lord in all our day-to-day activities; and if you can go beyond just thinking, remembering, remaining absorbed, drowned in His remembrance, the next stage will automatically open up – being lost in the remembrance of the Lord.&nbsp;“Think over these steps, and how we can dive into that state of being lost in the remembrance of the Lord.”

When Daaji was leaving the meditation hall, Mr. Vinayagam lovingly invited Daaji to come to Chennai Silks [chain of retail textile shops in South India] where breakfast had also been arranged. Daaji accepted this invite graciously and visited a large Chennai Silks shop on the main road of Hosur, where many guests and hundreds of employees were thrilled by his arrival.&nbsp;Among those present, were dignitaries from the World Peace Trust, including two trustees of the organization, Mr. Viswanathan and Mr. Murthy. Daaji spoke with them about the intricate relationship between belief, experience, and the cultivation of inner peace. He suggested that while belief in God can be a starting point, true and lasting peace is attained through direct experience of the Divine. This experiential connection deepens one’s sense of peace and solidifies faith by replacing doubt with certainty.&nbsp;Daaji emphasized the importance of meditation and the shedding of old habits in the journey toward inner peace. He stressed upon the Heartfulness Cleaning practice, its pivotal role in helping us remove our weaknesses and negative tendencies, and the 9 pm Universal Prayer where we pray for peace, harmony and well-being of all in the world.&nbsp;Daaji also spoke about renunciation, suggesting that true peace may require letting go of even the desire for spiritual experiences. Clinging to these experiences, however blissful, can be a subtle obstacle to ultimate peace.This interesting conversation was characteristic of Daaji's multifaceted approach to peace, where he uses analogies that everyone can relate to, simplifying the otherwise complicated philosophical concept of God, and most importantly, suggesting solutions to experience inner peace without hurting anyone’s religious sentiments.&nbsp;

After breakfast Daaji conducted meditation for all the Chennai Silks staff members and guests, following which he browsed through various sections of the shop, happy to be shown around, asking the odd question now and then, much to the delight of the staff members who accompanied him.&nbsp;After this enlightening visit, Daaji proceeded toward Krishnagiri, which is part of the Hosur zone. Despite the intense heat, Daaji conducted a meditation session immediately upon his arrival at noon, and another one at 4.30 pm.&nbsp;When Daaji was leaving the meditation venue, he noticed around a 100 Anganwadi workers [associated with Govt. of India-sponsored child and mother care centers] who were wearing identical pink saris. He paused and inquired about their attire. They were thrilled to meet Daaji up close and interact personally with him. Daaji then invited them to have a group photo with him. This simple gesture touched their hearts in a very profound manner. It was indeed moving to witness Daaji’s heartfelt response to their affection.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daaji left for Vellore and arrived there after a two-hour drive. He was received with police honors and escorted to the venue. The hearts of the Vellore practitioners, full of yearning, moved Daaji so much that he skipped going his room to rest saying, "I want to conduct meditation right away."&nbsp; After the session, Daaji retired to the hotel where he was staying.&nbsp;

“Contemplate on the stages of thinking to remembrance to frequent remembrance to constant remembrance to remaining absorbed in the remembrance of the Lord in all our day-to-day activities; and if you can go beyond just thinking, remembering, remaining absorbed, drowned in His remembrance, the next stage will automatically open up – being lost in the remembrance of the Lord. Think over these steps, and how we can dive into that state of being lost in the remembrance of the Lord.”

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Daaji’s day was eventful with his time in Hosur, visit to Krishnagiri and then finally, reaching Vellore. 

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