Suprabhatam! It is not strategy, but sincerity that makes the difference, because the world moves with energy, & it is this positive spiritual energy (of sincerity) that uplifts others.
When u have positive & loving energy within u,it transforms the world. @Gurudev@ArtofLiving
Guru Purnima marks the day darkness bows to light — a night when the moon is fullest, and so is our gratitude to the one who guides us out of our own shadows. 🌕
Celebrate it with a program that takes you deeper:
➡️ 10 Days AMP: 29 Jul. - 7 Aug.
➡️ 7 Days AMP with Rajgopal ji: 29 Jul. - 4 Aug.
➡️ 4 Days AMP: 30 Jul. - 2 Aug.
➡️ Intensive AMP with Prashant Rajore ji: 29 Jul. - 2 Aug.
➡️ Sanyam - Level 1 with Rajesh Sarma ji: 29 Jul. - 2 Aug.
➡️ Sanyam - Level 2: 30 Jul. - 2 Aug.
📍 Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru
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Sanyam Level 2 is a powerful journey of meditation covering Samadhi, Sanyam, and Dharana — helping you go beyond the mind and experience true stillness. 🪷
Join Guru Purnima Special Sanyam Level 2 at the Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru | 30 Jul. – 2 Aug. 2026
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Ready to grow while you give back? 🌱
Join us at the Art of Living International Center for Learn While You Serve — a unique volunteering experience to make a difference and gather an experience | 1 Aug. - 14 Sept. 2026.
👉 Apply: https://t.co/gLFjES5WTW
In one of the biggest disaster of the year 2025, flood-hit Seraj region of Himachal Pradesh, The Art of Living and IAHV reached thousands of people providing solace and support during this disaster.
The Art of Living volunteers carried the relief & rehabilitation drive for disaster-hit families in various regions of Mandi & Kullu.
Since July last year, ₹ 20 lakh worth of relief material has reached 275 families across both districts.
The Art of Living reached thousands of people in more than 30 villages of Thunag and Chachyot tehsil in the Mandi district that were inaccessible due to multiple cloud bursts and landslides. People were relieved of the trauma through Pranayam and Meditation.
Essential materials for rehabilitation were provided to 25 families in these tehsils.
The support included storage beds, mattresses, pillows cupboards, tables, chairs, and other household necessities, helping families rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
The distribution was conducted in the presence of SDM Sanjeet Sharma, Thunag and DFO Surender Kashyap.
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A little wisdom. A little stillness.
And the grace of being in the Master's presence.
Sometimes, that's all it takes to change everything. 🌼
Spiritual Sojourn – Knowledge Talk by @Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru | 14 – 16 Aug. 2026.
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Ambassador H.E. @gloriagangte attended “Building Bridges: An Evening on Wellbeing, Leadership and Humanity’s Future” in Oslo, featuring Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, globally renowned humanitarian and peace ambassador, in conversation with Erik Solheim, former Norwegian Minister and senior UN leader.
In her remarks, Ambassador spoke about “ Yoga for Healthy Aging”- the theme for UN International Day of Yoga 2026 and highlighted that millions have benefited from the holistic approach to health that Yoga provides.
The Ambassador also commended Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar for his unwavering commitment to peace, dialogue, and conflict resolution, describing him as a global ambassador of peace whose work has reached different continents of the world.
During the discussion, Gurudev emphasised that humanity and trust are among the most essential values needed in today’s world, underscoring the importance of fostering understanding, compassion, and mutual respect as foundations for a peaceful and sustainable future.
Thanks to “Art of Living” for bringing together distinguished guests, community leaders, and members of the public for thoughtful discussions on a contemporary topic.
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Q: Gurudev, if I surrender everything to God, does that mean I stop taking responsibility? And if I take full responsibility, have I failed to surrender?
@Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji - We have to make a distinction. Some people say "Let God do everything and surrender" and others say "I have to be responsible."
Surrender is saying "Let Thy Will be done" and "Thy Will" for you is to take responsibility for the whole world.
Setting up a time-bound goal gives direction to the life force. Imagination is essential for this. Most people have a small imagination and are stuck with that, and that causes frustration. But if you are a devotee, you say "Let Thy Will be done" and then you will step lightly to the goal. You will take it easy.
It appears to be opposing and conflicting in nature -- in fact they are two sides of the same coin. The more you surrender, the more responsive you become. One who is irresponsible cannot surrender either. Why is someone irresponsible? They are lazy or fearful or both. If you are lazy or fearful, you cannot be in love.
Total responsibility is total surrender. It's a little hard to chew, but this is the truth. People usually say either I take responsibility or surrender, but I tell you they go hand in hand. Suppose you are surrendered to the Knowledge. That means you are committed to sharing it with others. You take responsibility to see that it flourishes.
Question - Gurudev, The confusion comes with the doership?
@Gurudev Sri Sri - When you are taking responsibility and you find blocks, remember "surrender." That gives you strength to move ahead. It releases you from the weight of the doership. Responsibility is the dynamic expression of life in the present moment. When you are shaken, remember the basis of responsibility as surrender.
Taking responsibility or surrendering without doership is the skill of the wise. Total irresponsibility is impossible for you. Limited responsibility makes you weak. A little water in the sun will evaporate but the ocean never dries up. Limited responsibility tires you out. Unlimited responsibility empowers you and brings you joy.
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