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2010 Schedule of Events Booklet.indd
SHRI ANANDI MA’S 2010 schedule of events 2010 schedule J A N U A RY Jan 16–23 Ayurveda Week Antioch, CA janahandel@yahoo.com Jan 30 Tips on Meditating—Pranayama Antioch, CA Mar 24 Ram Navami Celebration Antioch, CA May 8 Chakra Bhedan 3 Woodbury, CT Sept 17, 18 & 19* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Berkeley, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com janahandel@yahoo.com rafikirama@comcast.net Mar 28 Hanuman Jayanti Celebration Antioch, CA May 13–16 Vajra Panjar 1 Training East Coast (Location TBA) sumati.campus@gmail.com sumati.campus@gmail.com APRIL F E B R U A RY April 3 Color & Marma Points Therapy Antioch, CA Feb 12, 13 & 14* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Palo Alto, CA lolita_f@msn.com Feb 20 Tips on Meditating—Mudras Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com Feb 21–27 Anandi Ma and Dileepji’s Anusthan— For You & Your Family! Antioch, CA janahandel@yahoo.com Feb 27 Holi Celebration Antioch, CA janahandel@yahoo.com MARCH Mar 6–13 Ayurveda Week Antioch, CA janahandel@yahoo.com janahandel@yahoo.com April 8, 9 & 11* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Antioch, CA priyanka@dyc.org April 10 Tips on Meditating—Tratak Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com May 21, 22 & 23* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Portland, ME ccooper1@maine.rr.com April 29 & 30, May 2* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* New York, NY DYCNYC@aol.com M AY May 1 Color & Marma Points Therapy New York, NY janahandel@yahoo.com May 6, 7 & 9* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Woodbury, CT Oct 16 Dashera & Anandi Ma’s Birthday Celebration (tentative) Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com Oct 23–24 Trailokya Mohan Kavacam Anusthan Antioch, CA JUNE sumati.campus@gmail.com June 5 Rites at Dying Antioch, CA Oct 29, 30 & 31* Meditation Programs & Shaktipat* Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com June 10–13 Vajra Panjar 3 Training Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com svalentine22@hotmail.com 2 janahandel@yahoo.com OCTOBER J U LY July 17–Aug 2 Mt. Kailash/Mansarovar Trip India/China janahandel@yahoo.com July 25 Guru Purnima Celebrations Antioch, CA—sumati.campus@gmail.com East Coast—jkane20@charter.net SEPTEMBER Sept 3–6 Mahasamadhi Retreat Antioch, CA janahandel@yahoo.com priyanka@dyc.org NOVEMBER Nov 3 Lakshmi Workshop Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com Nov 4 Kali Puja Antioch, CA sumati.campus@gmail.com DECEMBER December 12–31 Come Do a Personal Anusthan in India Nikora, India janahandel@yahoo.com *The last date is Shaktipat. Shaktipat is offered by registration only. letter from Anandi Ma & Dileepji Dear Ones, A million thanks for your love, support, and generosity. It’s been a year since the doors of our center opened, and, in spite of the difficult times, we have moved along and not only managed to keep the doors open but even grew a little. Of course, the most important aspect of the center is the spiritual work and practices done, and these can never be measured and are unseen to the eye. The Rama mantra anusthan was a very exquisite event; the mantras done will last for at least hundreds, if not thousands of years. But more needs to be done. Please visit the Antioch center for at least one event this year or next year. This is very important. Opening the center has been like awakening the Kundalini—a tremendous beginning—but the journey is long and slow and may be with storms. If we stay and practice together, we will all reach the sahasrar sooner rather than later. We need to grow in terms of reaching new seekers that are “true”. We are not keen on growing only in the external sense. However, for this to happen and for us to be easily accessible, existing disciples will need to rise up, participate more, and prioritize and work hard to be with Ma more at the physical level. This can also be done through web broadcast participation*. Let’s spend more quality time together. The times are changing, and we are all aging. We hope and pray that new levels of grace, more opportunities to practice, and infinite horizons of experiences and understanding will be abundant in 2010. {table of contents} *For more information regarding events that will be web broadcasted, please contact Gopal at webbroadcast@dyc.org or (925)779-9660. Meditation Programs & Shaktipat . . . . . . . .5 Workshops. . . . . . . .6 Retreats. . . . . . . .7 Special Events. . . . . . . .8–10 Registration Info. . . . . . . .11 Stay Involved, Near or Far. . . . .12 3 the significance of satsang The true devotee is always seeking any opportunity to have darshan, to see the beauty of the Guru or of God. In the Ramayana it is written that there were four occasions when Lord Shiva came down to see the lila, the manifestation, of Lord Ram, who was His chief form of worship. When Lord Shiva came first to have darshan of Lord Ram it was at the time of Ram’s birth, in order to see His chosen form incarnate in a human way. The second time He came in disguise at the marriage ceremony of Lord Ram and Sitaji. The third time was when Lord Ram killed Ravana. The last time the Ramayana describes Lord Shiva present was when Lord Rama was crowned king of Ayodhya. After the ceremony in which Lord Ram was put on the throne, Lord Shiva sang a beautiful poem, a stuti, to Him and as He finished singing, He sang some verses which very beautifully signify and bring home to the reader the benefit and significance of satsang. Lord Shiva asks Lord Ram, “Oh, Great Being, the Husband of Shri (Sitaji), I ask You again and again for this boon: that You grant me infinite devotion and endless satsang. The Creation is Your Play, and You are the Player. You are such a Being, such a Lord, who is the root of Creation, the very Cause of everything that we see, feel, and experience. Please give me devotion that is never broken, that is continuous. Give me devotion that is never ending. Let it flow continuously from the heart. Let it never stop, never have any breaks, never decrease. Let it be continuous and steady.” Devotion and satsang are not easily available. They are rare commodities in the field of spirituality. So here Lord Shiva is asking, over and over, again and again, for that priceless gift of devotion and satsang. The sages and the scholars have different opinions of Shiva’s words. When He says, “I ask again and again,” it may mean at the root level that He is frequently asking for these aspects of devotion and satsang. Some have the opinion that it means that every day He is asking for those levels of devotion and satsang, and still others opine that it means “Let every pore of my being, let every pore of my body open up to that aspect of Your Grace through satsang and devotion.” Again, the question is asked, why did Lord Shiva choose to ask for satsang and devotion simultaneously? He could have chosen just one, and in most of the cases a devotee asks only for devotion, but not satsang. But why did Lord Shiva go beyond that human realm and ask for both satsang and devotion simultaneously? It is because the seeds of devotion are embedded in the field of satsang. The block or the obstacle to devotion is kama. Kama literally is action, action that is desire. So desire can block satsang. A very similar incident is described in the Ananda Ramayana, where Parasuram, a great incarnation, asks Lord Ram, “Oh Lord, from one life to the other, life after life, for as long as I exist in this relationship, please grant me that infinite level of both devotion and satsang. If I have the opportunity to meet Your devotees, that is satsang, because it is through Your devotees that I hear about You and can enjoy, through them, Your glory. It is through Your Grace that I can achieve that unflinching level of heart in the depth of devotion. Through the words of Your devotees, I receive continuous satsang.” These two aspects of devotion and satsang can destroy any ignorance of the heart and mind. The reason for asking for devotion and satsang simultaneously is that one springs out of the other. Devotion can be had, but over time, if satsang is lacking or lost, there is a strong possibility that devotion will begin to lessen and eventually will disappear. But if satsang is there, it will feed the energy of devotion. It will continuously inspire the heart and mind to evolve further. Bhajan literally means chanting, but Guruji said that any spiritual practice that reaches the ears or the mind internally is bhajan. The significance of any spiritual practice is that it leads to understanding, and the very fruit of satsang is any spiritual practice. There may be satsang, but if it is external only and not taken into the heart, where devotion needs to sprout, then what is the use of such satsang? This is why it was a very smart move for Lord Shiva to ask for both satsang and devotion together. The Lord may easily give anything and everything we ask for, but devotion is something that He gives very discreetly. So Lord Shiva has asked for the cause and its effect simultaneously. Satsang is the cause, and bhakti, or devotion, is the effect. Once both are achieved simultaneously, then that absolute aspect of the spiritual goal is accomplished. Let us all also pray to Lord Ram, to Lord Shiva, and our Guru that They grant us that gift of satsang and devotion simultaneously throughout each and every moment of our lives. —Shri Anandi Ma 4 O great teacher DHYANYOGA CENTERS 2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS this meditation programs & shaktipat find a local meditation group near you CALIFORNIA Antioch Dhyanyoga Centers—Antioch 925-779-9660/priyanka@dyc.org MEDITATION PROGRAMS WITH SHRI ANANDI MA 6:30–9 pm Free Admission, Donations Welcome Shri Anandi Ma, Master of Kundalini Maha Yoga, invites you to join her for an evening of chanting, meditation, and revelations about the ancient science of meditation. Come learn to meditate, invigorate your practices, and absorb the energy and knowledge! Los Altos Anuradha—650-965-8568 Achala—lolita_f@msn.com Santa Cruz Sarita—dycsantacruz@gmail.com COLORADO Boulder Eva—gurnemannina@comcast.net John—jtmt2@att.net SHAKTIPAT INITIATION* (offered on the asterisked dates below) Shaktipat is offered by registration only. The heart of this lineage of Kundalini Maha Yoga is the transmission of energy from teacher to student known as shaktipat. The kundalini (spiritual energy) lying dormant at the base of the student’s spine is awakened and begins its upward ascent, initiating the student’s spiritual evolution, guided by an intimate, subtle connection with the true Guru. Through the power of shaktipat, very little effort is required to experience the supreme enjoyment of meditation and a deep, intense, and intimate relationship with Dhyanyogiji, Shri Anandi Ma, and Dileepji. CONNECTICUT Woodbury Sarita—svaletine22@hotmail.com FLORIDA Orlando Gauri—gauriaggarwal1@gmail.com ILLINOIS Chicago Rudy—rudy.v@comcast.net MAINE Portland Jennifer—ccooper1@maine.rr.com MASSACHUSETTS Woburn, Amba / Balu—baluspatel@yahoo.com DATES / LOCATIONS / CONTACT INFO Feb 12, 13 & 14* Palo Alto, CA April 8, 9 & 11* Antioch, CA May 6, 7 & 9* Woodbury, CT Sept 17, 18 & 19* Berkeley, CA Achala Foster lolita_f@msn.com Cynthia Hubbard priyanka@dyc.org Sarita Valentine Rama Franklin svalentine22@hotmail.com rafikirama@comcast.net April 29 & 30, May 2* New York, NY May 21, 22 & 23* Portland, ME Oct 29, 30 & 31* Antioch, CA Hugh & Kathie Kline DYCNYC@aol.com Jennifer Cooper ccooper1@maine.rr.com Cynthia Hubbard priyanka@dyc.org NEW YORK New York, NY Hugh/Kathie—DYCNYC@aol.com NEW MEXICO Albuquerque Sharon—sscaltrito@comcast.net OREGON Portland Lily—contact@lilymichaud.com TEXAS Ft. Worth Laurie—lauriemcgown@sbcglobal.net please ase take my sailboat beyond this deluding life, please pl take me beyond 5 deluding life. Do not leave me in the midst of the whirlpool of this life... VIRGINIA Washington, D.C./ Tyson’s Corner area Rohini & Prem—rohini.prem@gmail.com workshops TIPS ON MEDITATING Antioch, CA 9–11 am Fee: $40 for each workshop, or register for all three for only $101 Prerequisite: None Pranayama Mudras Tratak Sat, Jan 30 Sat, Feb 20 Sat, April 10 registration deadlines Jan 16 Feb 6 March 27 Join us for this new series of workshops designed to enhance and enable better meditations as we all get older. PRANAYAMA As the yogis say, there are only two things to master in life: prana—the vital force, and the mind—the vital tool. Pranayama, the study of breath control, is an exquisite science, whose goal is to control and deeply enhance all aspects of the body and mind. At this workshop, techniques will be taught that address both physical metabolism and mental emotions. The practical benefits are many: an increased a sense of inner peace and balance, a slowing down of the aging process, and overall better health and increased energy. MUDRAS Mudras are simple yet powerful self-touch practices that expand and increase the flow of energy from the universe into the body—both physical and subtle. Mudras remove blocks and heal and balance all aspects of body and mind to facilitate experiencing the soul. The scriptures state that if performed with love, mudras can bring us closer to the divine. TRATAK (DEEPENING YOUR CONCENTRATION) CHAKRA BHEDAN 3 The Anahata Chakra Sat, May 8 Fee: $195 (lunch included) Registration Deadline: April 24 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage, Chakra Bhedan 1 and 2 Woodbury, CT 9 am–4 pm This is a series of six workshops to be taken in succession. Dileepji described this workshop as “the next best thing to shaktipat.” Anandi Ma and Dileepji concentrate on opening the individual chakras in the participant by chanting the specific bija (seed) mantras associated with them. This practice greatly accelerates the clearing of any blockages at the subtle level and as a result, enhances spiritual growth. Anandi Ma teaches the participants how to continue this process at home. A video series is available for students to purchase. RITES AT DYING Sat, June 5 Fee: $125 (lunch included) Registration Deadline: May 22 Prerequisite: None Antioch, CA 9 am–4 pm Over the past years disciples have requested information for themselves and their families about what to do at the time of death and afterwards. In this workshop, we will discuss the ideal procedures and how to adapt these to the modern age and the western world. Being aware of certain mantras and details could be priceless in detaching the maya between soul and body. We will pass on to you some tips that Dhyanyogiji gave! LAKSHMI WORKSHOP Wed, Nov 3 Fee: $65 (dinner included) Registration Deadline: October 20 Prerequisite: None Antioch, CA 4–9 pm The smiles and grace of Mother Lakshmi—God’s energy that provides the basics and the best in material life—are what each and every person dreams of. However, karmic fruits often generate restrictions, obstacles, and barriers. In order to overcome these obstacles, the scriptures have given several remedies. At the Lakshmi Workshop, we will discuss the most powerful practices, which enhance not only material well-being but also spiritual growth—the transcending point of true Lakshmi. True understanding is the key. The Shri Suktam with bija (seed) mantras, which will be taught in this workshop, is a master stotram. An added benefit is the timing of this workshop—we will be discussing and doing practices on the day of the year when Lakshmi is particularly worshipped to start the New Year more positively. Any practices—mantras learned and practiced during this time—double the benefit. Don’t miss this opportunity! Webcast participation is available and encouraged! For more information, please contact Gopal at webbroadcast@dyc.org or 925-779-9660. I do not know the ritu rituals or methods to serve you, I do not k or how to meditate up upon you. Please save this frail boat from cycle l off h hundred d d th thousand births are never ending The key to success in life lies in the concentrated energies of the mind and its control. Tratak is the science of simple gazing techniques that tremendously increase the energies of the mind, eyes, and thus will power to make the impossible possible. Inner tratak heals and rejuvenates the body and increases prana, thus slowing the aging process. 6 retreats VAJRA PANJAR (VP) TRAINING SERIES Vajra Panjar, which literally means “Shield of the Thunderbolt,” is the name of a group of techniques and mantras given to humankind by the great rishi Vishvamitra, who had received them during meditation from Lord Shiva. The power of these techniques is described in a stanza from the scriptures: Negative or positive energies or spirits wandering openly or secretly underground, on the earth, or in the sky, cannot even look at, let alone hurt, the person who is protected by the recital of the names of Lord Rama as in the composition named Vajra Panjar. The person who is armored with Vajra Panjar, the shield consisting of Rama’s names, is victorious, successful, and blissful without any obstruction. In the VP retreats, Anandi Ma and Dileepji impart techniques that Dhyanyogiji referred to as the “cream” of His spiritual practices, that which He considers the most fruitful, the most beneficial, the most efficient in bringing the disciple to enlightenment. VAJRA PANJAR 1 TRAINING East Coast (TBA) May 13–16 4 pm arrival/ fee: $425 2 pm departure Registration Deadline: April 22 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage In this powerful two-and-a-half-day retreat, Anandi Ma and Dileepji teach healing techniques as taught by the yogis for thousands of years and handed down through Dhyanyogiji. They also teach hatha yoga asanas (postures), tratak (gazing techniques), mudra (hand gestures), pranayama (breathing exercises to control the prana, or life force), purification techniques, sankalpa (statement of intent), and meditation. VAJRA PANJAR 3 TRAINING Antioch, CA 4 pm arrival/ 2 pm departure June 10–13 fee: $375 Registration Deadline: May 20 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage, VP 1, and VP 2 GURU PURNIMA DAY Antioch, CA / Sun, July 25 East Coast Fee: By Donation (lunch included) 9 am–2 pm Registration Deadline: July 18 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage Guru Purnima is a unique event and the fullest expression of love between Guru and disciple. There’s no day during the year like this full moon. All the sixteen energies of the moon manifest through the Guru Tattwa and are further magnified by the tapas and love of the Guru to catapult the disciple toward the goal. Anandi Ma will be on the Mt. Kailash trip this year during Guru Purnima. Schedule will vary by location, but will likely include Guru Puja, Ram malas, chanting, and meditation together as a group. MAHASAMADHI RETREAT Antioch, CA 4 pm arrival/ 11 am departure Fri, Sept 3–Mon, Sept 6 Fee: suggested donation of $151 Registration Deadline: August 13 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage The days of the Mahasamadhi retreat are filled with the love and grace of our Guru as we celebrate the complete and final union of Dhyanyogiji with His Lord. His life and work are honored and continued through Anandi Ma as she leads the disciples through the weekend. Sometimes there is a fire ceremony, sometimes 108 Hanuman Chalisas are sung, sometimes we sing the Guru Gita, but all the time we are enveloped in the sweetness of the grace. TRAILOKYA MOHAN KAVACAM ANUSTHAN Antioch, CA 7:30 am arrival/ 2 pm departure Sat, Oct 23–Sun, Oct 24 Fee: $121 Registration Deadline: Oct 2 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage, VP Series, and Trailokya Mohan Kavacam Teaching know ow how to sing your p praise m the torments of this life, life the In this training, bij mantras are added to the Ram Raksha Stotram, giving us a deeper relationship to the stotram and preparing us to receive the advanced mantras, which were given by Lord Ram Himself. Disciples learn more advanced asanas, pranayamas, and tratak, as well as astral travel. The Trailokya Mohan Kavacam, the shield consisting of Rama’s names, is the most advanced teaching Anandi Ma and Dileepji have given so far in a group retreat. In this two-day concentrated practice, we will recite 108 Trailokyas. 7 HOLI CELEBRATION Sat, Feb 27 Fee: By Donation Registration Deadline: Feb 13 Prerequisite: None Antioch, CA 5–8 pm Come and celebrate Holi, Shri Dhyanyogiji’s Realization Day, with chanting, a special Guru puja, and bija mantra meditation. If weather (and city permits) allow, a traditional fire ceremony will be held where each participant will offer a coconut into the fire to remove all negativity and ego. Festive clothes are recommended. RAM NAVAMI CELEBRATION Wed, Mar 24 Fee: By Donation (lunch included) Registration Deadline: Mar 10 Prerequisite: None Antioch, CA 9 am–2 pm Antioch, CA 5–9 pm Sat, Oct 16 (tentatively planned) Fee: By Donation Registration Deadline: Oct 2 Prerequisite: None Auspicious days spent with our Guru are tremendous opportunities for increased growth and blessings in our life. Dashera is one of the most powerful days of the year, when we celebrate the victory of positive influences over the negative. It is also the most auspicious day to start anything new. In addition, we will be having a belated Birthday celebration for Anandi Ma’s Birhday. Festive clothes are recommended. Join us to celebrate Shri Rama’s birth anniversary as it has been celebrated for over 25,000 years. As part of the source of our lineage, of which Anandi Ma is the current torch bearer, the energy that manifested at the actual time of Rama’s birth still flows to all present and Dhyanyogiji’s love and blessings pour out in an extraordinary way as well. Festive clothes are recommended. HANUMAN JAYANTI Antioch, CA Sun, Mar 28 9 am–6 pm Fee: By Donation (lunch & dinner included) Registration Deadline: Mar 14 Prerequisite: None “Serve and love the servant of the Lord.” Dhyanyogiji always said that this is what He loved to do. Chanting the 108 Hanuman Chalisas in a group can work wonders to erase karma, expand devotion, pierce chakras, and bring oneself closer to Rama and the doors of liberation. Listening to the bija mantras on this powerful day, particularly in Ma’s presence, will bring 100 times the benefit of other full moon nights. If you cannot attend the event in Antioch, be sure to check in with your local group for celebration dates. Festive clothes are recommended. 8 DASHERA & ANANDI MA’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION KALI PUJA Antioch, CA Thur, Nov 4 9 pm–midnight Fee: By Donation Registration Deadline: Oct 21 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage The Creator’s predominant energies are to create, maintain, and dissolve. Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh work through Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Kali to execute these functions. Practices done during this night dedicated to Kali bring immense benefits beyond mental understanding. The Guru mantra and other practices that are given by the Guru become siddha (perfected) easily and deeply when practiced during the night of Kali puja. Kali also helps remove deep-seated fears and, along with the grace of Her husband, Maha-Kala (Shiva, the Timekeeper), gives the person victory over death itself (Kala). This brings true understanding of life and the capacity to enjoy the moment of death with smiles and peace. I do not have anyone in this w relationship for life and bey DHYANYOGA CENTERS 2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS special events ANANDI MA & DILEEPJI’S ANUSTHAN—FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY Sun, Feb 21–Sat, Feb 27 Registration Deadline: Feb 7. 2010 Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage Please note: NO last-minute photos will be accepted. This deadline will be strictly observed. A rare and unique opportunity! Ma and Bapuji have done many anusthans (periods of intense practices) over the past years, but in 2009, for the very first time, they did an anusthan of 1,275 malas of the Ram mantra specifically for the growth and welfare of disciples and to help with the siddhi of the Ram mantra. “The joy and satisfaction this anusthan bestowed was awesome. It gave such an immense sense of accomplishment of our Guru’s work. Guruji’s words, ‘Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu,’ resonated and the heart poured out Rama’s love. It was an experience unlike any other. As we looked at the altar and often at all the photos of disciples who had participated, a unique level of energy poured out. We would love to start the New Year with such an anusthan. We hope many more will participate.” Participation is easy: 1. Send a donation. The joy of contributing further for your growth is the bliss of both Guru and disciple. One way to think about it is to send a particular amount per mala, but you may send any sum that your heart and finances allow. The Purnahuti—the final offering of the mantras—will be offered by Anandi Ma on Holi, Dhyanyogiji’s Realization Day. 2. Email individual digital photograph(s) of yourself or family members that you would like included in the anusthan. Please do not send group pictures. We must receive your photos by FEBRUARY 7. Please note: NO last-minute photos will be accepted. This deadline will be strictly observed. 3. Mark your calendar to particpate in the sankalpa (statement of intention) and possibly the Purnahuti (final offering) with Ma and Bapuji. It is a very special gift to participate. ALL will receive a special blessing. The sankalpa will be done through a conference call so that all sponsors can participate, no matter where they live. And depending on interest, the Purnahuti will be web broadcast to certain centers. If you are interested in participating in the web broadcast, please contact Gopal at webbroadcast@dyc.org or (925)779-9660 Sankalpa Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 20 from 11:30 am to Noon (PST) Purnahuti Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 27 from 5 to 7 pm (PST) (tentative) Send photo(s) and donation to: Jayshree Handel, PO Box 4161; Antioch, CA 94531; email: janahandel@yahoo.com; phone: 860-306-5316 (Please call between 6 and 9 pm PST.) COLOR & MARMA POINTS THERAPY–– Performed by Anandi Ma & Dileepji Fee: $65 per person Prerequisite: None AYURVEDA WEEK A Week of Healing and Quality Time with Ma and Bapuji Fee: $2150 per week Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage registration deadlines Sat, Apr 3 Sat, May 1 Antioch, CA New York, NY Mar 20 Apr 17 Don’t miss out on this very special ayurvedic treatment by Anandi Ma and Dileepji. Marma points serve as the bridge between the physical body and the more subtle energy pathways, called nadis, while the unique vibration of colors can help heal ailments. This therapy is aimed at releasing blocked energy and promoting flexibility. Each treatment will consist of Anandi Ma and Dileepji working on individual marma points while leading you through a visualization meditation on each chakra. Session are 75 minutes in length; please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time. Appointments are limited, so reserve your spot today! registration deadlines Jan 16–23 Mar 6–13 Antioch, CA Antioch, CA Dec 26, 09 Feb 13 Ayurveda Week is a special program in which participants benefit from a range of ayurvedic treatments. These treatments are critical to maintaining ideal prana and thus, optimum health. They service the physical body, the vehicle for the prana and soul. During Ayurveda Week, participants also meditate and have satsang with Anandi Ma and Dileepji in a home setting and spend significant time with them during the course of their individualized health regimen. The Ayurveda Week package includes all meals, lodging, therapeutic treatments, aromatic and massage oils, and a personal ayurvedic consultation. Airfare, transportation, and herbs are not included. world, you are the only one I can depend on. My only loving yond is with you, please make my feelings for you everlasting 9 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Shri Anandi Ma Dileepji Pathak Avanish Aggarwal Gopal Chauhan Craig Krishnaram Cooper Pankaj Khandelwal Douglas Dinesh McLeod CONTACT INFO: Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc. PO Box 3194 Antioch, CA 94531 925-779-9660 www.dyc.org www.dhyanyogacenters.blogspot Dhyanyoga Centers—Antioch 3306 Contra Loma Blvd. Antioch, CA 94509 925-779-9660 Shakti Newsletter Subscription newsletter@dyc.org Finance Team finance@dyc.org Become a Volunteer kajal@dyc.org 10 special events MT. KAILASH/ MANSAROVAR PILGRIMAGE India/China July 17–August 2 Fee: $3500 + airfare + personal expenses Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage Registration Deadline: Jan 15 This is one of the most significant pilgrimages that a person can undertake. Mt. Kailash is the residence of Lord Shiva—that eternal abode within is the sahasrar. Mansarovar is the lake of the chitta (our entire thinking and functioning mechanism). One has to bathe in it with Guru’s grace to make it crystal clear. Darshan of these sites removes karma. Pilgrims are showered with love and grace that reflects the effort exerted. Please bear in mind that although this trip is unique, what Guruji has given through shaktipat is far more complete. The inner journey is where everything unfolds. This is one of the most challenging and difficult pilgrimages. Please be sure you can physically handle this trip, so prepare both physically and mentally if you plan to go. Please do not undergo any financial stress and debt to join. If you are unable to come, meditate at the heart and sahasrar with God and Guru, and the same benefit and grace will manifest. For those physically challenged by this trip, an anusthan at Nikora on the lap of Mother Narmada is equally powerful and beneficial. It is the love from the heart that counts; any place anytime, this is what matters most! For more information or to register, please contact Jayshree (janahandel@yahoo.com or 860-306-5316). COME DO A PERSONAL ANUSTHAN IN NIKORA Nikora, India December 12–31 Fee: $25 per day + airfare + personal expenses Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage Registration Deadline: Nov 1 This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time at our ashram in Nikora and while Anandi Ma and Dileepji are in residence. All anusthans will be done individually, with group meditations in the temple morning and evening. YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Antioch, CA Date: Sometime in the Spring of 2011 Fee: To be announced Prerequisite: Shaktipat in this lineage Registration Deadline: June 2010 These days there are many different types of hatha yoga taught all over the world. It would be ideal if a uniform teaching methodology could be set up for all disciples who are teaching yoga. In His lifetime, Guruji interacted very deeply with the teachings of hatha yoga through Dinesh Rawal, who is now around 70 years old and has taught yoga all his life. We are planning to invite him to come and provide training to disciples. The intention is not to create a brand name, but rather an approach that represents the pure way and heart of Guruji’s teaching. If enough registrations are received by June 2010, we will pay for his airfare and expenses to come from India and go forward with hosting this event. It will be a very special training and all of us will benefit! This training is open to all disciples—students and teachers of yoga. COME VISIT & EXPERIENCE OUR CENTER!!! DHYANYOGA CENTERS—Antioch If you are coming out to Antioch this year for a retreat or workshop with Anandi Ma and Dileepji, we invite you to stay a little longer and experience other activities and programs that our center has to offer. We have daily hatha yoga classes, a weekly meditation program, ongoing workshops on ayurveda, meditation, yoga, vegetarian cooking, and much, much more. There are also many opportunities to assist with volunteer programs and outreach projects to help meet our needs as well as the needs of the community. For more information on our Antioch center’s schedule, please contact Kajal at kajal@dyc.org or call 925-779-9660. DHYANYOGA CENTERS 2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS registration info A REQUEST FROM ANANDI MA & DILEEPJI Please be mindful that many hands and time go into the planning of these events. Sufficient time is needed to organize the logistics, so please do your part by registering on time. Pre-registration is required for all workshop, retreats, and special events! HOW TO REGISTER 1. See the colored registration sheet inserts in this catalog. 2. Fill out the registration form completely. 3. If you have a balance due for past events, contact the designated registrar immediately. 4. Enclose at least 50% of the total amount with the registration form. Make checks payable to Dhyanyoga Centers. 5. There are two registrars. Be sure to mail your completed form and payment to the registrar listed on the form. LATE FEES A late fee will apply when a registration form and deposit is not received by event registration deadline: Workshops Tips on Meditating $25 Chakra Bhedan 3 $50 Rites at Dying $50 Lakshmi Workshop $25 Retreats Vajra Panjar 1 $100 Vajra Panjar 3 $100 Trailokya Mohan Kavacam Anusthan $50 Special Events Ayurveda Week $100 Color & Marma Points Therapy $25 DISCOUNTS Children (ages 4–16) taking VP Trainings Children (ages 4–16) not taking trainings Tots (ages 0–3) accompanying parent(s) Seniors (age 60 and older) 50% discount $100 by donation 10% discount There are two registrars. Be sure to mail your completed form and payment to the registrar listed on the form. Registration Form A—MAIL TO: Jayshree Handel PO Box 4161 Antioch, CA 94531 janahandel@yahoo.com 860-306-5316 (Please call between 6 and 9 pm Pacific Time.) Registration Form B—MAIL TO: Sumati Campus 38 Miller Avenue Mill Valley, CA 94941 sumati.campus@gmail.com 415-383-3215 (Please call before 7 pm Pacific Time.) LATE CANCELLATION FEE A cancellation less than one week before the event will incur a charge of 20% of the total. BY DONATION EVENTS Anandi Ma and Dileepji feel strongly about offering a number of events “by donation”, to make them available to as many people as possible. Events that are “by donation” are still funded through donations from individual disciples. Suggested donations are sometimes given for such events; however, more, less, or none is acceptable. LODGING Fees vary depending on the location of the event. Please contact the registrar for specific information. MEALS We serve wholesome, sattvic vegetarian meals at our events. If you have a medical condition that requires a modified diet, please let the registrar know no later than two weeks prior to the event. VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY Only authorized persons can record audio and video at Dhyanyoga Centers programs. Still photographs can only be taken for personal use. No public dissemination is allowed. 11 stay involved, near or far Dear Brothers and Sisters, On behalf of the Dhyanyoga Centers Board of Directors, I want to express our gratitude to all the members of the DYC community who have supported Dhyanyogiji’s and Ma’s work. Your contributions of time, energy, talent, money, and moral and spiritual support have made it possible for us to have our own center in Antioch and to bring Dhyanyogiji, in the form of His murti, back to America! Last year was particularly challenging for all of us. The center had just opened, DYC assumed a 1.5 million dollar mortgage, and the world economy tanked! Many disciples were personally affected by the economic downturn. Nonetheless, support for the Guru’s work remained steady. Your generous contributions made it possible for Anandi Ma and Dileepji to continue Dhyanyogiji’s humanitarian and spiritual work and to meet all DYC-associated expenses, including the mortgage. The future for the Guru’s work looks bright. The new center is bringing together many disciples, old and new, with a spirit of hope and cooperation. We are finally undertaking projects to further Dhyanyogiji’s work, which previously were only dreams. With these new projects we are sure to face new challenges. However, I am confident that with the continued generosity and support of all of you, we will successfully meet these challenges and make our Guru proud! Sita Ram, Pankaj Khandelwal DYC Board Member—Fundraising Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc. 3306 Contra Loma Blvd. Antioch, CA 94509 925-779-9660 www.dyc.org “Charity is a part of spiritual practice. If that charity supports the spiritual evolution of another soul, then it is the most beneficial gift of all.” —Shri Anandi Ma We understand everyone has their limitations with vacation time, finances, and family responsibilities. In order to facilitate the participation and benefit for more, we are offering different ways you can help sponsor events and pujas throughout the year that will have a great benefit for you and your loved ones. Make checks payable to Dhyanyoga Centers, Attention: Sponsorships. Checks and money orders can be mailed to: Dhyanyoga Centers—Sponsorships, PO Box 3194, Antioch, CA 94531. To pay by credit card, please contact Kajal at 925-779-9660 or kajal@dyc.org. SPONSOR A MEAL Feeding those who are performing spiritual practices is extremely powerful charity. As the participant’s hunger is satisfied by an offered meal, God pours spiritual blessings on the donor. Breakfast Lunch Dinner Feast Days $25 $50 $75 $151 SPONSOR A PUJA Whether near or far, you can participate in the pujas that are performed throughout the year and recieve an abundance of blessings. Guru Purnima Mahasamadhi Lakshmi Puja Ramji Puja Hanumanji Puja $201 $151 $101 $101 $51 As I know you are the saavior of the forssaken. You liberated Meera and Tullsidas, and Dhruva and Praahlad. You liberated so many of your devotees. Tod day, please liberate me also!
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