Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D.

Art of Living Teacher, Engineer, Humanitarian and Service

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[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

My blog about my visit to Colombia. Had met some wonderful people and enjoyed the sights. Highly recommended to visit.

Also includes an account of the civil war with FARC and the role of Gurudev @SriSri and @ArtofLiving in mediating the peace.

Enjoy!
https://t.co/970sUiHjUI

[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar @Gurudev]

Received proclamations from the New Jersey State Assembly, the State Senate, and several counties.

[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar @Gurudev]

Addressed vice chancellors, faculty, and staff from educational institutions across Jharkhand, India.

[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar @Gurudev]

The Honorable Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Bhagwant Mann, Shri Arvind Kejriwal and Shri Manish Sisodia visited the Bengaluru Ashram to convey their greetings on Art of Living’s 45th year. They also expressed their appreciation for its initiatives supporting farmers and deaddiction.
@BhagwantMann
@ArvindKejriwal
@msisodia

[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar @Gurudev]

States and cities across the United States have issued proclamations recognizing Art of Living’s contributions to America.

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

This afternoon, took part in the 45th anniversary celebrations of Art of Living and also inaugurated the Dhyan Mandir. My compliments to all those associated with Art of Living for their rich service to society, which is clearly reflected in their various initiatives.

@ArtofLiving

@Gurudev

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

While at Art of Living, met Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ji. We had an excellent discussion on various subjects, notably the work of Art of Living. His passion towards furthering societal good is noteworthy.

@ArtofLiving

@Gurudev

[IANS @ians_india]

Bengaluru, Karnataka: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Our digital revolution has made India a global leader in digital payments. Today, infrastructure is also progressing at an unprecedented pace with a futuristic vision. In the startup sector, India has rapidly become the world’s third-largest ecosystem. Our youth are now sending satellites into space. The biggest reason behind all these achievements of the country is our youth, and the Art of Living..."

[The Art of Living @ArtofLiving]

We are honoured to have the Hon. Prime Minister of India, Shri @narendramodi ji at the Art of Living International Center in Bengaluru!

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

Q) Everyone wants to be special....why are we afraid of being ordinary?

A) We're afraid of being ordinary because of a lack of understanding. If we realize that being ordinary is truly special then everyone will want to be ordinary!

@Gurudev

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

How to stop overthinking?

Connect with Nature, do physical exercise, do Pranayama, sing and dance, see life from the big perspective - see how big your life is in the context of the universe and you're going to be here for such a short time!

Overthinking stops!!

@Gurudev

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

Happy to be part of the launch of Sri Sri Ayurveda Arogya Mitra Abhiyaan- Students of the Sri Sri #Ayurveda college will now adopt one rural family and support their wellbeing through guidance, awareness & Ayurveda-based care.
A small step… with a big impact. 💚
#Seva @ssrvm

[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar @Gurudev]

The people of Medellín, Colombia came together to experience ‘The Power of Meditation’.

[Swami Bhavyatej @bhavyatejj]

“The methods are modern but the message is ancient! It is the message of Humanity - Vasudaiva Kutumbakam - One World Family, that Gurudev Sri Sri has been promoting tirelessly.”

Sri Sankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Swami ji, the 71st Shankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam today @BangaloreAshram

[Swami Bhavyatej @bhavyatejj]

Many spiritual seekers feel conflicted about anger and negative emotions.

Anger itself is not wrong. But watch whether you are getting angry or anger is getting you!! If it stays for only a short time it is ok. If it consumes you totally that is a problem.

@Gurudev

[Swami Bhavyatej @bhavyatejj]

It cannot be explained. Love is not something that can be explained or understood. Evennall negative things are due to love only - love for material things is greed!

Love with ignorance gives rise to misery and all negative emotions. Love with wisdom is bliss.

@Gurudev

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

How to overcome past trauma?

Sudarshan Kriya! It helps you to erase past impressions. Also know that the past doesn't exist at this moment. The person who went through the experience does not exist either. You are a new person now.

@Gurudev

[Swami Bhavyatej @bhavyatejj]

When you get totally confused that is when you get out of the Mind and get into the Truth. Hence you cannot get this from reading scriptures, you need a Guru who can guide you. A Guru will give you different instructions at different times depending on where you are.

@Gurudev

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

Dissolve. Losing yourself is devotion. Wanting nothing is devotion. Living as if I am noone is devotion. Feeling that the Divine is mine is devotion. Keeping the Mind empty is devotion. Living for the Divine, feeling that everything is a part of the Divine is devotion.

@Gurudev

[Swami Bhavyatej @bhavyatejj]

Nature has given us everything that we need. With this firm faith move forward. If you feel there is something missing then that will also come in due course. When you have this firm faith then only you can make life a celebration which is what @ArtofLiving is about!!

@Gurudev अवतरण दिवस की समस्त प्राणी जन को शुभकामनाएं!!

[Rajesh Kumar, Ph.D. @rajesh_kumar61]

How to have faith?

Don't try to get rid of doubt. Doubt 100%. Don't be half hearted in your doubts. Doubt everything. You will see that when you doubt everything, whatever remains at the end that it Faith.

@Gurudev