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Silicon Valley, Milpitas USA -Maya Bazaar Summer Festival

30 May 2023

Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley actively participated in Maya Bazaar, the largest Indian summer festival, on Saturday, May 13, 2023. The event featured an Indian handicraft expo, music, and cultural programs, and attracted a large crowd. 

Baba's children extended their support to the Association of Indo-Americans (AIA) in organizing the event. At the festival, Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley had a booth where they engaged both children and parents in activities related to Mother's Day. Kids were encouraged to share their mother's virtues and create personalized cards. Meanwhile, parents had the opportunity to learn about the organization and discover the various classes and events offered at the center.  Here are some pictures from the event.

Kids and Elders making personalized cards for their mothers.

Spinning Virtuoscope to bring the Virtues within

Writing Virtues of their Mom's on the board

More photos of the event are at https://photos.app.goo.gl/rUFKySvKUjY3qP5z6 

Om Shanti,
BK Kusum Kejriwal
www.svbrahmakumaris.org

 

 

 

Upcoming Events for June 2023 at the Boston Meditation Center

27 May 2023

Rajayoga Meditation & Self-Realization Course

In-Person Weeknights - Mon & Wed

June 5, 7, 12 & 14 | 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

                         Click here to RSVP

 

New for Saturdays in June!

Immerse yourselves in a powerful experience to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul. Join us for a combined exploration of the link between Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga Meditation.

Celebrate and support the International Day of Yoga with us!

Saturday, June 3, 10, 17 and 24

Time 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

                     Click here to RSVP

 

A Half-Day Guided Silence Retreat

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Learn how to easily tap into the power of inner peace and wisdom at any time. Experience exercises that improve energy, flow, and overall well-being. The schedule includes Guided Meditations, Creative Exercises, Light Movement, and Yogic Breathing,

Everyone is welcome * No prior meditation experience is required 

                    Click here to RSVP

 

We invite you to join us for an exciting series

Spirituality in Everyday Life

Join us for an interactive session where we will be interviewing both new and experienced meditators to learn about the positive changes that meditation and a spiritual lifestyle have brought to their lives. You are welcome to join us in person or on Zoom immediately following the evening meditation, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with our guests.

                     No Registration Required!

                     Click here to join on Zoom

 

Special Meditation

International Day of Yoga

Wednesday, June 21st | 6:30 - 7:30 pm

               Click here to Join Zoom

 

                         Click here to RSVP

 

Evening Meditation

Monday thru Friday

7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Sunday

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Please click here to join Zoom

 

World Peace

Meditation Hour

Sunday, June 18th

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Please click here to join Zoom

 

Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center

bknewengland.org

617-926-1230

 

Eagerness ( उत्सुकता ): ‘Values for Life Series’ Episode on May 27

26 May 2023

Join us this Saturday for the fortnightly ‘Values for Life’ Series – Episode # 66: Eagerness

 Value: Eagerness (उत्सुकता)

Speakers: A conversation between
Sr. Dr. Jenna, Brahma Kumaris, Washington DC, USA and
Sr. Kreena, Brahma Kumaris, Mumbai, India.

Date: Saturday, 27th May 2023

Times: (1.5 Hours session)

8:00 PM (India)
10:30 AM (Eastcoast US / Canada)
3:30 PM (UK)
4:30 PM (France, Spain)
5:30 PM (Turkey)
7:30 AM (Westcoast US / Canada)
11:30 AM (Brazil)

 

 Zoom Live link: http://omshanti.live/zoom
Or: Meeting ID – 925 2808 7710

Translation available in French, Hindi, Portuguese , Spanish, Tamil & Telugu

 YouTube Live Link in English: http://omshanti.live/ENGLISH
 YouTube Live Link in Hindi: http://omshanti.live/HINDI

All the previous Values for Life talks are available on the playlist list (in English): https://omshanti.tk/playlist/english

For videos in all languages and more info, also check our YouTube channels and websites at: http://vihasa.in/ or  http://vancouver.brahmakumaris.ca

Thank you.
‘Values for Life’ Team

 

 

 

BK Couples International Retreat - May 26 to 29, 2023 - Invitation and Flyer

23 May 2023 

ABOUT THE RETREAT:

 

The BK Couples Retreat seeks to provide the BK Couples and their children a safe haven, where they can participate in activities designed to promote their spiritual well-being and enrich their lives. This retreat, open to BK couples will have a special program for the children 5 years and up and the youth accompanying the adults with age-appropriate parallel sessions, aimed towards their spiritual progress. 

 

Join us for an experiential and insightful retreat this Memorial Day weekend (May 26-29th) infused with rich conversations and reflective moments with Mohini Didi as our spiritual resource. 

 

ZOOM REGISTRATION - ONLY FOR THOSE NOT ABLE TO ATTEND THE RETREAT IN-PERSON:

 

While we regret that you will not be able to attend the retreat in-person, for those of you who are unable to come to Peace Village, all the main sessions will also be available on ZOOM.  Please note that the children's and youth sessions will NOT be on ZOOM.

 

CLICK ON THE ZOOM LINK BELOW TO REGISTER:

 

https://brahmakumaris.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOCorzMsGtLV8q9O-rT-V4BkbSDbDCLP 

 

You will receive a zoom link for the main retreat immediately after registration. Agenda for the sessions will be sent separately as we get closer to the date. Translation will be provided where necessary by the retreat design team (please indicate language required in registration).

 

With Baba's Love, 

Dolly Behn 

Couples’ Retreat Design Team

 

 

 

 

Latest news from Jayanti Didi

22 May 2023

A lovely group of souls have gathered in Peace Village for COTT.  From the start of the retreat, the guests took off on a deep spiritual note and on Saturday they enjoyed a powerful day of silence.   They have enjoyed a good programme and leave this afternoon.

Tonight there is a public event for the residents of the area of Peace Village entitled ‘The Call of the Time and Life’s bigger questions’.  

On Monday I will be going to Manhattan for the programme at the UN office and in the afternoon to Toronto.  I leave for London on Tuesday night arriving Wednesday morning.

 

Om Shanti

 

 

 

Fortnightly Experiential Values Workshop on 'Zeal & Enthusiasm' with Br. Nizar from Kenya (Saturday, 3 pm -UK time)

19 May 2023

 

 

 

Hello everyone, Greetings of Peace to all.

We extend our warm invitation to attend our fortnightly Experiential Values Workshops Series (# 65) - this Saturday (3 pm - UK time).

Value: Zeal & Enthusiasm (उमंग उत्साह)  

Content of the Workshop:

1st Hour:   Reflective Exercises on 'Zeal & Enthusiasm'. 

2nd Hour:  An insightful talk and meditation by BK Br. Nizar Juma, Kenya

Date / Time: Saturday, 20th May 2023 (2 Hr Session)

7:30 PM (India)  

3:00 PM (UK)

4:00 PM (France, Spain)

5:00 PM (Kenya,Turkey)

6:00 PM (Dubai)

7:00 AM (Westcoast US / Can)

10:00 AM (Eastcoast US / Can )  

11:00 AM (Brazil

 

Direct join using this Zoom link:

https://brahmakumaris.zoom.us/j/91529229648?pwd=Ri9mN1VLbUV3RXJ5VXEzbmdUUndyQT09

(Zoom ID – 915 2922 9648; Passcode - values)

 

Thank you all.

 

With Warm Regards,

'Values for Life' - Team

('Values for Life' Series and 'Values Workshops Series' are collaborative projects between VIHASA – India and Vancouver Brahma Kumaris. They happen on alternative weekends and they bring insightful spiritual reflections on a particular value by senior Raj Yogi Brothers and Sisters.)

 

 

 

Gentle Reminder:  Manhattan Center Saturday Workshop (5/20): Being Certain in a World of Uncertainty

19 May 2023

 

 

Sr.Jayanti at Peace Village - Updated

19 May 2023

Dear Divine Family,

Greetings from Peace Village. As you may know, we have the fortune of having Sister Jayanti with us here for a few days during the Call of the Time retreat for special guests. We will be having morning class with her this Friday and Saturday which will be available for everyone to attend on Avyakti Parivar zoom. Here is the schedule:

 

Friday:

6:00 - Meditation

6:30 - Murli  and class by Sister Jayanti  (both in English, with translations available)

7:40 - Closing meditation

 

Saturday:

6:00 - Meditation

7:00 -  Murli and class by sister Jayanti (both in Hindi, with translations available)

8:25 - Closing Meditation

 

Those in the vicinity of Peace Village are welcome to attend in person. Please do inform us if you are planning to and please bring your phone and headset if you need translation for any language. Note that there will be no rooming accommodations available.

 

Also there will be a public program with Sr.Jayanti here on Sunday evening 4:30 - 6 PM - 'Call of the Time and Life's Bigger Questions' followed by World Meditation Hour - will also be available to watch on Avyakti Parivar zoom

 

Hope you can share this with the class so that many can  join and benefit.

 

With Baba's love,

Peace Village Family

 

 

 

 

Reminder! Meet Sister Jayanti In Person - Sunday, May 21!

19 May 2023

Dear Friends,

It is with great excitement that we welcome you to visit Peace Village on the afternoon of May 21 to meet Sister Jayanti; the additional administrative head of the Brahma Kumaris.  


It’s rare that we have someone who speaks often on world stages come to the mountaintop to share with us.  Sister Jayanti has led meditations at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, has been on panels at the UN Climate Change conferences and has spoken on human rights and self-transformation on all continents.


Her spiritual knowledge, inner peace, and radiant love have truly inspired millions across the globe.  We hope to share the gift of her presence with you, your friends and family. Click here to register.  (Please note this in-person event does not involve overnight accommodations.)

 

 

 

 

 

Mother's Day Celebration at Sacramento, California Brahma Kumaris Center

17 May 2023

Om Shanti Respected Dadis, Seniors and Global family,

Peaceful greetings from Sacramento family. The Sacramento family gathered and celebrated Alokik Mother's Day at the center on the theme of Vande Matram. A special mediation and inspirational session regarding how Baba has a great vision for mothers was shared in celebration. Everyone shared their individual motherhood experiences and motherly qualities. There was a special ceremony of lighted crown and tilak offered to all the mothers. 

Everybody felt angelic and had a golden aged feeling; and experienced the spiritual vibrations. Everyone exchanged good wishes and pure feelings of being Baba's Yagya mother and also experienced ancestor Dadis presence in a subtle form in the gathering.

Joyful ceremony youtube video link is here: https://youtu.be/EAf7lXkihRQ 

 

In baba's remembrance,

Loving Regards,

Sacramento Family

 

 

 

Rose Peace Garden Seva Report, Brahma Kumaris, Sacramento

13 May 2023

Dear Dadi's and Global family, Om Shanti,


BK Sister Hansa, together with 9 Interfaith intercultural leaders, placed a rose in the Vase of Unity during the International World Peace Rose Garden 20th Anniversary celebration that took place in Sacramento on the grounds of the Capitol building. Sacramento is the Capital city of California.

The vision and mission of these gardens is sharing the message of peace and Love, as the rose symbolizes love, passion and admiration. The team of this mission has established these kinds of Peace Rose Gardens in 10 different countries including Tapovan in Mount Abu, India, Italy and China.

During this celebration, children shared peace poems and expressed the meaning of peace in seven languages.

One of special ceremonies performed by Aztec dancers with beautiful feathers honoring all four directions north, south, east and west. Event Attended by many Nature and peace Loving people.

The ceremony concluded by tossing rose petals in the sky bringing joy and happiness on everyone’s face.

 

 

 

Values for Life Team Presents Ep 65, 'Values for Life' Series, on 'Zeal & Enthusiasm' with BK Dr. Kala & BK Sr. Judy (Saturday, 3:30 m - UK time)

12 May 2023

Hello everyone, Greetings of Peace to all.

 

We extend our warm invitation for Episode # 65  of our fortnightly 'Values for Life' Series,  for a spiritual reflection on “Zeal & Enthusiasm” this Saturday.

 

Value:  Zeal & Enthusiasm (उमंग उत्साह

Speakers: A conversation between

BK Dr.Kala, Peace Village Retreat Center, New York, USA and             

BK Sr. Judy Johnson , Brahma Kumaris, Halifax, Canada.

Date/Time:  Saturday, 13th May 2023 (1.5 Hrs session)

 

Kindly note the timing in your region: 

8:00 PM (India) | 3:30 PM (UK) | 4:30 PM (France, Spain) | 5:30 PM (Turkey) | 6:30 PM (Dubai) |

7:30 AM (Westcoast US/ Can) | 10:30 AM (Eastcoast US/ Can) | 11:30 AM (Brazil)

 

Join directly on Zoom -

http://omshanti.live/zoom

(or Meeting ID – 925 2808  7710 )

(Translation available in French, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish, Tamil & Telugu ) 

 

Join on YouTube Live - 

in English - http://omshanti.live/English 

in Hindi - http://omshanti.live/Hindi 

 

Thank you all.

 

With Warm Regards,

'Values for Life' - Team

('Values for Life' Series and 'Values Workshops Series' are collaborative projects between VIHASA – India and Vancouver Brahma Kumaris. They happen on alternative weekends and they bring insightful spiritual reflections on a particular value by senior Raj Yogi Brothers and Sisters.)

 

 

 

 

Earth Day Celebrations & Raju Bhaiji's Visits Peace Villa, Baba's Home - Service News from St. Louis, Missouri

11 May 2023

Click below image to access full report with photos on the Earth Day celebrations.

Click below photo to read news about Raju Bhai Ji's visit to Peace Villa, Baba's home, and other places in St.Louis, Missouri.

 

Guided Silence Day Retreat in San Francisco, USA

11 May 2023

San Francisco, California (USA): A one day Guided Silence Day Retreat was held at Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center in San Francisco. It was organized to give the "inner child" of the self a gift of time that fills life with beauty, joy and harmony.  Annie Jorgensen, Living Values Education Program Facilitator, BK Harsha Palli, Rajayoga meditator, and BK Sister Kyoko, Certified Healing Harpist, led the retreat.

Exercises to improve energy, flow and overall well-being in inner consciousness, Live healing harp music, creative tools for self healing and tapping into the wisdom of the inner child, Creative activities like origami, coloring etc. were the key takeaways.

 

 

 

Meet Sister Jayanti In Person at Peace Village - Sunday, May 21!

11 May 2023

Dear Friends,

 

It is with great excitement that we welcome you to visit Peace Village on the afternoon of May 21 to meet Sister Jayanti; the additional administrative head of the Brahma Kumaris. 


It’s rare that we have someone who speaks often on world stages come to the mountaintop to share with us.  Sister Jayanti has led meditations at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, has been on panels at the UN Climate Change conferences and has spoken on human rights and self-transformation on all continents.


Her spiritual knowledge, inner peace, and radiant love have truly inspired millions across the globe.  We hope to share the gift of her presence with you, your friends and family. Click here to register.

 

 

Attend 'The call of the Time, & Life's bigger questions - Register! 

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Retreats in Peace Village in May and July

9 May 2023

Dear Divine Family, Greetings!
 

We are having 2 retreats in Peace Village which have been announced in Avyakti Parivar.

1. Couples Retreat: Friday, May 26, 2023 - Monday, May 29, 2023

Registration Link:  https://bit.ly/bkcouples-2023

2. Avyakti Parivar Retreat: Friday, July 7,2023 - Monday, July 10,2023  
 

Registration Link:  https://bit.ly/appv-23

For this retreat, first priority will be given to those who are far distant. Brahmins from NY, NJ, CT, Albany will be given the chance to register for the retreat only if there is any vacancy.

 

 

Gentle Reminder - A Very Special event - Conversation with  Sister Jayanti, Spiritual Teacher of the Brahma Kumaris on May 17th

10 May 2023

Join us for a special event with Sister Jayanti,

the Additional Administrative Head, and the Spiritual Teacher of the Brahma Kumaris on May 17th at 6:45 pm

 

 

Please RSVP Here!



Below is a short video clip with Sister Jayanti

https://youtu.be/qA3hxdu3BZ0

 

 

 

 

De’lightful’ and Powerful Madhuban Experience Retreat in Peace Village

5 May 2023

 

Peace Village, New York (USA)BK Raju, Senior Rajayogi, Vice Chairperson of Agriculture and Rural Development Wing, Chief Editor of Murlis (God’s versions) from Mount Abu, Headquarters of Brahma Kumaris, who was from the early days before 1969 whilst Brahma Baba was alive, arrived at Peace Village as the specially invited guest speaker for the annual Madhuban Experience Retreat held at Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center in Upstate New York. He is a master of knowledge and experience, sharing so many stories of his early days of service. His role became that of the ‘Master Murlidhar’ heading up the Department for editing and international distribution of the daily Godly spiritual classes called Murlis.

Over 150 BK Students from eastern Canada (Toronto, Montreal) and the USA – New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Michigan, New York, Washington DC, and more attended. The theme was, ‘I belong to Baba and Baba is mine, ‘My Baba, My Home, My Yagya”. A talk was held on the theme “the Fragrance of Madhuban” with BK Raju sharing stories and BK Dorothy presenting photos and commentary of the early days of the Brahma Kumaris. Friday was a Day of Silence introducing visits to the four PILGRIMAGE places beautifully created over the years at Peace Village in various rooms including a model of the Tower of Peace and a visual experience of the Golden Age.

In the evening all attending, still in silence, enjoyed an Avaykt meeting. Next day, BK Gayatri with translation by BK Kala interviewed BK Raju with deep and insightful questions and answers. All events were indoor and created a very loving family atmosphere of being in Madhuban.

At the conclusion, BK Raju was whisked away to serve at the Boston and additional BK centers having already served at the Edison, New Jersey centers. All attending were full and left in their flying stage with in the presence of BK Raju.

 

 

 

Reminder: Three In-Person Events This Weekend at Peace Village!

5 May 2023

Dear Healthcare Colleagues and Friends,

Warm greetings. As spring approaches, it's time we all enjoy novel ways to nurture ourselves, so our spirit can blossom and flourish like the spring bloom. With this in mind, you are warmly invited to join us, along with others – healthcare providers and friends, for an in-person mini retreat and conversation. We are happy to welcome Dr. Manoj Matnani, a physician from India, as our special guest-facilitator. Together we'll explore the theme of “Building Soul Immunity: Pathway to Holistic Health & Well-being.” The event will take place at Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center, in Haines Falls, in the Catskill Mountains of New York, on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Our hope is that this exploration will be of special interest to healthcare providers, and also to everyone else. All are invited.

 

We'll begin with lunch at 12:30pm, and the program will start at 1:30pm.  Please see details in the flyer below, and feel free to share this invitation with your contacts. 

 

Registration / RSVP is required. Please register here: https://forms.gle/13D5RZMN9qRYLnEY9    

 

If you have any questions, please contact us at: pointoflifeus@gmail.com / 516-773-7320 or 917-742-7819.

 

To access the PDF flyer: https://tinyurl.com/28r8rm4

 

Warm regards,

Kala Iyengar, MD 

(On behalf of the team)

 

 

Albany program with Dr. Matnani:  Sun, May 7 - RSVP

 

 

 

 

 

 

BK Retreat atAnubhuti with Usha Didi of Madhuban May 26-29

5 May 2023

Om Shanti,

To BapDada`s Divine Family,

 

You are invited to this year’s Anubhuti/San Francisco West Coast Retreat.

 

We have the great fortune of welcoming our Senior Sister Usha from our sweet Home Madhuban.

 

The retreat theme is New Vision New World.

 

Retreat starts May 26, Friday at Amrit Vela and ends May 29, Monday after brunch.

 

Out-of-town arrivals are welcome Thursday, May 25.

 

Departures are Monday, May 29 after brunch.

 

Link to registration form

 

BK Usha ben is a Senior Raja Yoga Meditation teacher and a Management Trainer of the Brahma Kumaris based at the global headquarters in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India. With her innate qualities, capabilities, and the blessings of Baba and the family, she is a practical example of “Applied Spirituality”.

 

Click here for more info about Usha Didi

 

We will be streaming the sessions on Zoom. Only those who are attending in person are requested to fill in the Registration Form. For those who are flying, please fill it in after you have gotten your tickets.

 

If you are coming from a distance, you are welcome to arrive early and/or stay later. Please check with sister Hema to confirm your alternative dates 415-596-7716.

 

San Francisco (SFO) is the most convenient airport for transportation options. We will do our best to pick you up if there are at least two or three arriving around the same time, with the optimum hours of pickup and drop off between 7am and 9pm.

 

Thank you for your love and co-operation. We are very much looking forward to receiving you.

 

As always, we anticipate having a full house, so your cooperation with full accommodation and karma yoga is especially appreciated.

 

With love in our sweet BapDada's remembrance,

Anubhuti and San Francisco Family

https://anubhutiretreatcenter.org/

 

 

 

 

 

Fortnightly Experiential Values Workshop on 'Clarity' with Sr. Olga from Ukraine (Saturday, 3 pm -UK time)

5 May 2023

Hello everyone, Greetings of Peace to all.

 

We extend our warm invitation for the fortnightly Experiential Values Workshops Series (# 64) this Saturday, May 6th.

 

Value: Clarity (स्पष्टता)  

 

Content of the Workshop:

       1st Hour:   Reflective Exercises on 'Clarity.' 

       2nd Hour:  An insightful talk and meditation by BK Sr. Olga, Ukraine.

 

Date / Time: Saturday, 6th May 2023 (2 Hr Session)

7:30 PM (India)  

3:00 PM (UK)

4:00 PM (France, Spain)

5:00 PM (Ukraine, Turkey)

6:00 PM (Dubai)

7:00 AM (Westcoast US / Can)

10:00 AM (Eastcoast US / Can)

11:00 AM (Brazil) 

 

Direct joining Zoom link at:

https://brahmakumaris.zoom.us/j/91529229648?pwd=Ri9mN1VLbUV3RXJ5VXEzbmdUUndyQT09

(Zoom ID – 915 2922 9648; Passcode - values)

(Translation available in: French, Hindi, Spanish & Portuguese)

 

To view the earlier episodes on other values, please click on below links:

https://omshanti.tk/playlist/english

https://omshanti.tk/playlist/hindi

 

For more information please visit our website at –

http://vihasa.in/

http://vancouver.brahmakumaris.ca

 

Thank you all.

With Warm Regards,

'Values for Life' - Team

('Values for Life' Series and 'Values Workshops Series' are collaborative projects between VIHASA – India and Vancouver Brahma Kumaris. They happen on alternative weekends and they bring insightful spiritual reflections on a particular value by senior Raj Yogi Brothers and Sisters.)

 

 

 

 

 

Manhattan Center's  May Calendar is Here!  Lecture tomorrow (5/4): Moving Out of the Blame Game

3 May 2023

 

 

In Photos: BK Earth Day Festivities in Sacramento, USA

3 May 2023

Sacramento (USA): Brahma Kumaris participated in the Earth Day Festival organised at Rancho Cordova and South side park, Sacramento, California.

BK team led by BK Sister Hansa, Co-ordinator of Brahma Kumaris in Sacramento met Environment Council of Sacramento, Sacramento Vegetarian Society and meditated at the globe serving the nature. Many in the park received message through the Virtue Wheel. A leaflet on ’10 ways to change the world’ was distributed to the people.

Sunrise meditation was also conducted by BK Sister Hansa with sun gazing technique, taking rays of light and might from the Supreme source of energy, the Sun of Knowledge.

 

Message of Hope: A True Ruler First Learns to Rule Himself

3 May 2023

 

A weakness exists in the heart of our education system. It is where the skills and abilities of self-management should be. No one teaches us how to manage ourselves, how to govern ourselves, our  thoughts, feelings, attitudes and behaviour, so we find it hard to manage relationships, roles, responsibilities and resources.  To understand how to manage the self, we must recognize the difference between what is original and true in us and what is acquired and false.  We experience hope when aware of our original goodness. Without the hope and zeal to do something good in our lives, we are just moving along as the world dictates, and have lost this original goodness deeply embedded within.  When I connect to God and hold Him in my awareness, I draw that original truth and powerful pure energy back into myself. “Keep your face towards the Sun, (the Light of God), and you won’t be bothered by shadows.”-Dadi Janki. Connecting to this pure source of Goodness, I realize the flood of critical, wasteful and negative  thoughts does not belong to me; it has been acquired and robs me of my hope and energy.  I resolve to put a full stop to them. 

Everything, which means everything in our life, begins with our thoughts. When we learn to manage our mind we keep our thoughts simple and use our time well.  Recognize I alone am responsible for my thoughts and feelings. Our destiny is always in our own hands  When thoughts are simple, not complicated, we live a simple life and become a sample for others.  Simple means to consciously choose the quality of our thoughts – accentuate the positive, eliminate the negative and clean up the waste. When we get the inside right the outside will fall into place. Talk to yourself first in silence and then to others through words.  Once we know about good mental conduct, we perform good actions rather than talk excessively and not do what we say.  

 

Self management means to enjoy the ability to influence, encourage and empower another to change by always starting with acceptance. We like to put up a fight against anything we dislike on the evening news as we spectate the world. We all find occasion to find fault and criticize, to reject and resist another person.  But we forget by resisting mentally or physically, we empower what or who we are resisting.  We don’t realize we are losing our own power and peace. Holding a grudge does not make us strong; it makes us bitter. Forgiving doesn’t make us weak; it sets us free.

 Managing my mind means to look to myself first rather than blaming others and situations.  With acceptance and love, not regret or revenge, the situation dilutes, transforms or evaporates! Acceptance with a smile does not mean everything is perfect.  It means our state of mind is perfect and success is guaranteed!

Contact: Yvonne Chirya Risely   bkchirya@gmail.com   chirya.risely@peacevillageretreat.org   T: 518 589-5000

 

 

 

Brahma Kumaris Florida Service News - April 2023

2 May 2023

MIAMI

 

Yoga Intensive

 

 

April 1: One hour Yoga intensive bhatti was held after the murli class and was an empowering atmosphere to go deeper in silence and soul consciousness. The beauty of the experience inspired the family to continue these yoga intensive 'bhattis' on the first Saturday of every month.

 

Spiritual Conversation where celebrated healer Daniel Atchison-Nevel shares his vision of A rejuvenated Miami

 

 

Conversation between Meredith and celebrated healer Daniel Atchison-Nevel

 

March 10: Media Producer - host Meredith Porte was in conversation with Celebrated Healer Daniel Atchinson-Nevel who shared his vision of A rejuvenated Miami Daniel Atchison-Ne vel is a widely recognized innovator in the field of holistic health and acupuncture since 1982. He currently serves as Clinical Director of the NSEV Healing and Acupuncture Clinic in Miami Beach.

 

Click here to access their spiritual conversation.

 

Meditations Continue at Perry Ellis International (PEI)

 

Corporate Office Update: The second batch of meditation course concluded and the participants were invited to the meditation center. As a response to continued employee interest, weekly in-person meditations continue at the Perry Ellis office. The HR team is also coordinating to make these weekly sessions go hybrid in May. Amar took over from Meeta at PE until she and Tej return in 2 months time.

 

Click HERE to access full report with more photos.

 

 

 

 

Anubhuti's Upcoming In-Person and Online Programs for  Positive Lifestyle & Self Empowerment

2 May 2023

 

 

Actividades en Español en los Estados Unidos para Mayo

2 May 2023

Bienvenidos!

 

Si quieres recibir un Boletín mensual con los Eventos en Español en Estados Unidos suscríbete al final de esta página

 

 

El curso básico de meditación impartido por Brahma Kumaris es de Raja Yoga, incluye varios temas. Por favor de registrarse cuando llame al 617-926-1230. Para más información visite a www.bknewengland.org

 

Eventos en Texas

 

Curso de Meditación Raja Yoga

 

Martes 9 de Mayo (continua por 4 días consecutivos) a las 7 PM hora de Texas

 

 

 

 

Charla en inglés con traducción simultánea al Espanol

 

 

 

Meditaciones Diarias: haz clic en la imágen para acceder a las grabaciones diarias

 

Haz clic en la imagen

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 2023 Homework : "Now do service with your elevated state of the mind and your subtle attitude" : BK Mohini - मई 2023 : "अब अपनी श्रेष्ठ मन्सा द्वारा सूक्ष्म वृत्तियों से सेवा करो" अभ्यास (होम वर्क) - बी.के.मोहिनी

1 May 2023

Om Shanti Dear Baba's Family, Greetings of love,

In the month of May, Avyakti Parivar welcomes you to the new Series: "Now do service with your elevated state of the mind and your subtle attitude'' -"अब अपनी श्रेष्ठ मन्सा द्वारा सूक्ष्म वृत्तियों से सेवा करो''. Promo: https://youtu.be/OlRBF_uHZlM

You will receive a daily point of self-awareness and the method of practice in the YouTube folder links given below.

In Baba's loving yaad,

BK Mohini

Additional Administrative Head of Brahma Kumaris

 

English:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlRBt6I5rSif8u-lMa0VOt0

Hindi: 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rnIdwQeIX0yuR0bCea1DAp8

Avyakti Journey

Hindi - अव्यक्त मुरली रिवीजन 1969 से - ब्राह्मण से फरिश्ता बनने की प्रेरणा

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlQPK6rQUFIejd5-f7wzT4c 

English - Avyakti Murlis from 1969...inspiring us to change from Brahmin to Angel

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlKtm-ix-k_AVVBsvSjxOug

 

Hindi (translated classes):

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rnCwTCmGES3aW64O0WzXLVR

Thank you

Avyakti Parivar

A Family of Angels United in Love for One

Youtube : http://tiny.cc/avyaktiparivar-youtube

Website : https://www.avyaktiparivar.org/

 

विषय : मई  2023: "अब अपनी श्रेष्ठ मन्सा द्वारा सूक्ष्म वृत्तियों से सेवा करो" अभ्यास (होम वर्क) -

बी.के.मोहिनी- May 2023 Homework : "Now do service with your elevated state of the mind and your subtle attitude" : BK Mohini

 

ओम् शांति

सर्व ब्राह्मण परिवार के प्रति, ईश्वरीय मधुर यादप्यार स्वीकार करना जी।  

मई  महीने में, अव्यक्ति परिवार अपनी नई सिरीज़ : "अब अपनी श्रेष्ठ मन्सा द्वारा सूक्ष्म वृत्तियों से सेवा करो" में आपका स्वागत करते है।

 

Promo : https://youtu.be/OlRBF_uHZlM

 

प्रतिदिन आपको नीचे दी गयी YouTube Folder Link में अभ्यास की स्मृति और विधि मिलती रहेगी।

धन्यवाद

बाबा की याद में,

बी.के.मोहिनी

सह-मुख्य प्रशासिका, ब्रह्माकुमारीज 

होमवर्क लिंक - HOMEWORK LINK प्रतिदिन के लिए आपको नीचे दिए गए फोल्डर में मिलती रहेगी।

 

हिंदी 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rnIdwQeIX0yuR0bCea1DAp8

अंग्रेज़ी  - English:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlRBt6I5rSif8u-lMa0VOt0

 

Avyakti Journey

Hindi - अव्यक्त मुरली रिवीजन 1969 से - ब्राह्मण से फरिश्ता बनने की प्रेरणा

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlQPK6rQUFIejd5-f7wzT4c 

English - Avyakti Murlis of 1969...inspiring us to  change from Brahmin to Angel

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rlKtm-ix-k_AVVBsvSjxOug

Hindi (translated classes):

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHSAb26Vm7rnCwTCmGES3aW64O0WzXLVR

 

धन्यवाद ।

अव्यक्ति परिवार - Avyakti Parivar

Youtube: http://tiny.cc/avyaktiparivar-youtube

Website: https://www.avyaktiparivar.org/

 

 

Tonight (May 1)!  Peace Village Presents "Touching Hearts and Changing Lives", with Judy Rodgers...

1 May 2023

There is always something we can do for others; and doing so will also increase the value of our own life.

 

 

Peace Village Presents: Mini In-person Retreat for Healthcare Professionals and friends on Sunday, May 7th!

1 May 2023

Dear Healthcare Colleagues and Friends,

Warm greetings. As spring approaches, it's time we all enjoy novel ways to nurture ourselves, so our spirit can blossom and flourish like the spring bloom. With this in mind, you are warmly invited to join us, along with others – healthcare providers and friends, for an in-person mini retreat and conversation. We are happy to welcome Dr. Manoj Matnani, a physician from India, as our special guest-facilitator. Together we'll explore the theme of “Building Soul Immunity: Pathway to Holistic Health & Well-being.” The event will take place at Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center, in Haines Falls, in the Catskill Mountains of New York, on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Our hope is that this exploration will be of special interest to healthcare providers, and also to everyone else. All are invited.

 

We'll begin with lunch at 12:30pm, and the program will start at 1:30pm.  Please see details in the flyer below, and feel free to share this invitation with your contacts. 

 

Registration / RSVP is required. Please register here: https://forms.gle/13D5RZMN9qRYLnEY9    

 

If you have any questions, please contact us at: pointoflifeus@gmail.com / 516-773-7320 or 917-742-7819.

 

To access the PDF flyer: https://tinyurl.com/28r8rm4

 

Warm regards,

Kala Iyengar, MD 

(On behalf of the team)

 

 

Albany program with Dr. Matnani:  Sun, May 7 - RSVP