Sometimes transpires this certain blankness;
When things transcend into a surreal world sans reason or logic
But full of love and an overwhelming security
A sense of belonging and freedom at the same time;
Where there is no limit or boundary,
Where the infinite space is a consecrated comfort and
A joy instead of trepidation,
And there is realization of a harmony
With each and all;
Nothing short of bliss.
Last evening, the 12th of April 2009 , Guruji’s talk in Singapore took place at the Shangri La. After the incredible Satsang by Vikram ji and Kala (not just a singer, a total performer!), He spoke a few words and conducted a meditation session after answering questions. Then, poof! He was ready to end his short trip and leave the country. As soon as He was out the door, someone gushed ‘airport’, immediately followed by a lot of pushing and shoving and a few of us began hounding the road for taxis. The flight was in an hour and we were still calculating the number of taxis to take and calling people to find the terminal number et al… Would we make it to the airport in time to see Him up close? Of course it was a risk worth taking and frankly the whole ordeal was quite exciting … At long last we got into the cab and all hopes appeared implausible, when we heard the wonderful 2 words that brought joy for the first time in the history of their usage – “Flight Delayed”. We were not only early, but also got to enjoy some amazing stories by JD and Devang ji.
Here are a few excerpts from the evening; Words of Guruji as well as the 2 wonderful teachers … these are some phrases that left their footprint in me … and I feel it’s the simplicity that makes them even more beautiful. When something is expressed, the grace and adoration with which it is expressed makes it more meaningful, pleasurable and powerful.
“We are all obsessed with the bi-product rather the main product in life.”
“It is not possible to be disconnected from God. One only feels so, due to distractions and can feel connected to Him by meditation, Sadhana and inner peace through moments of Silence.”
“Only when you are out of the pool you realize you are wet and need to dry out the water.”
“Watch how your children are learn from them. Be aware that they are watching you always, like God….. or spies!”
“Keep yourself engaged and do something creative. Keep yourself busy yourself in Seva.”
“Honour every religion, but if it says this is the only way, be aware.”
“Encourage all the teenagers to take up YES!+ course… it will change their attitude and their level of connection with parents”
“What is the purpose of my life? Million dollar question…will not take that now…will let you know someday though.”
“It’s better to have doubts now. Once you have lived through them, they are the stepping stones to the next stage of unquestioningly being.”
“When there is no misery, no love or compassion is shown.”
“The planet goes through rough times as well. No one expected big shots like GM to come down. Greed is never good. They became greedy and important … so, God became jealous…and put them down for a while.”
“There is enough love in this world to go around.”
“Don’t doubt the love people give you. They shouldn’t have to prove it to you like they do to the rest of the world. A child never does a background check on his mother or asks her ‘Do you really love me? Will you love me all your life?’”
“Also, instead of saying ‘Why do you hate me?’ , say ‘Why do you love me so much?’”
To end it with my favourite of all,
“Leave your worries to me.”
It was one magical evening … every person walked out of that hall satisfied and happy, thinking Guruji had addressed him or her. Such was the unfathomable knowledge in his words.
I still cannot believe we were actually just two feet away, showered by his blessings and embraced by that priceless smile. Before walking to immigration, he gave a big ‘Yo’ pose for the camera, leaving us in peals of laughter and still enthralled in his effortless charm. I am proud of YES+ Singapore, and looking forward to many more such times.
Jai Gurudev.
P.S: Incase anyone wants to put down other things He said, please feel free to leave comments ; And thanks to Viksu for helping me with this blog!
Amazing poem!
The three lines in His talk that made the biggest impact to me are these,
“Sit for 10 minutes everyday and tell yourself
1. I want nothing
2. I will do nothing
3. I am nothing. ”
Another beautiful knowledge He shared is,
“Everyday millions of cells are born and millions of cell die in our body without even affecting us. Similarly all good and bad events are a part of the body of this universe.”
I completely agree about all His knowledge being so simple and easy to assimilate because they are said with complete understanding and confidence of the knowledge.
Cheers,
Sriram.S
Oh ya, brilliant …. just before meditation tht too ! I want nothing , I will do nothing , I am nothing ….