Study circle Dec 15th, 2012

Aum, Aum, Aum Maintain 30 sec silence before commencing omkar Take a deep breath before omkar Maintain a 10 sec period of silence between omkars Wait till all the members finish their omkar before starting the next omkar

Gayatri (3x) Om bhur-bhuvas-suvah Tat-savitur-varenyam bhargo devasya dhimahi dhiyo yo nah pracodayat We contemplate on the glory of Light illuminating the three worlds: gross subtle and casual; I am that vivifying power, love, radiant illumination, and Divine Grace of universal intelligence. We pray for the Divine light to illumine our minds.

Meditation/Breathing exercise

Study Circle on Sadhana

Re-Cap What is Sadhana? Help give us the right direction. Results in inner transformation. Feeling with which it is done is what matters, not the quantity. Involves SAI – Service, Adoration and Illumination- ratio based on individual needs Pre-requisites to Sadhana: Desire to get closer to God. Perseverance and unwavering focus. Love for God should translate into following His teachings. Keeping the right company..

Re-Cap Process of Sadhana Namasmarana is the Hotline to God and is best to keep the mind engaged. Ultimately, sadhana is seeking God within. Surrendering to God. Two kinds of surrender – Maarjala (cat) or Markata (monkey). Critical Factors for Success in Sadhana : Eagle / Monkey approach is not the best. Swami suggests Ant approach to Success in Sadhana : Constant effort to weed out bad habits. Being mindful to be in Constant Integrated Awareness.

Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi Maintain 30 sec silence before commencing omkar Take a deep breath before omkar Maintain a 10 sec period of silence between shanti and experience the peace