Guest
For
TUESDAY MARCH 22,
2005
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"SHANTJI"
Swami Shantanand
Vedic Mystic
www.aum.org/shantji/index.htm
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about: "SHANTJI" - SWAMI SHANTANAND
Shantji and his philosophy of non-doing
Shantji was born in a spiritual family in northern
India in 1946. Since early childhood he was contemplative about the
mysteries of life. He was deeply moved and inspired by the lives of
great mystics and saints. After graduating with honors from the
University of Allahabad, he spent several years in monasteries and caves
practicing Raja yoga and meditation. Ultimately he realized the truth of
being beyond the boundaries of his individual self.
Shantji does not practice or promote the orthodox
values of any religion. He is a free being with a passion for teaching
and sharing the wisdom of "Non-Doing" or the "Spontaneous Flow of Life."
This method of inquiry reveals that all thoughts, feelings, desires and
decisions spontaneously arise in one's being or energy field, and that
one is not in direct control of them. They are regulated and coordinated
by this energy field without one's willful involvement. The realization
of "Non-Doing" gives one a sense of total acceptance and freedom no
matter unfolds in one's life.
Shantji inspires us to enjoy the warmth of
connectedness. He says we fail to experience it because we constantly
judge ourselves or others. We do not live in the moment. We overuse our
mind and ignore the heart which is the seat of connectedness. From the
time he came to the United States in 1980, Shantji has been teaching,
lecturing and conducting workshops throughout the country. He has
written several books and appeared on numerous radio and television
programs. He has established spiritual centers both in India and the
United States. Shantji invites you to directly realize the truth of
being beyond all concepts.
Intensives With Shantji
Shantji offers day long and weekend intensives. Among
the most widely attended is "Freedom Here and Now, Discovering the
Spontaneous Flow of Life."
This workshop is a crash-course in Self-realization.
It is based upon persistent questioning, soul-searching, meditation and
group sharing. In a safe, loving setting participants are asked to
plunge deeply into the nature and cause of their beliefs. They are
encouraged to test these beliefs in the light of their direct, present
experience and inner sensitivity. They are gently goaded to discover
that because of lack of deep observation and awareness, they have been
holding onto their childhood stories as their truths.
Through experiential exercises the participants become
very alert and aware of their inner state in the moment. They realize
that sensations lead to thoughts, thoughts to feelings, feelings to
desires, desires to decisions, and decisions to actions. These are
entirely determined by one's bodily condition, outside circumstances and
latent impressions. One has no control over this process. One simply
witnesses the unfolding drama of life.
As a pen is used for writing, the body and mind are
used for actions by one's energy field, which is beyond the ego. This
energy field keeps on refining itself until it is completely freed from
pain and established in happiness. No longer bound with their guilt,
fear and pride, participants conclude the workshop knowing and
celebrating their true being inseparably connected with all existence.
Lectures by Shantji
Shantji is a dynamic and thought-provoking speaker. He
interweaves humor, wit, and stories with spiritual insights. He engages
his audience with simple and profound questions. Some favorite lecture
topics are:
- The Energy Field of Connectedness
- The Illusion of Ego, Doership and Accomplishment
- Letting Go of the Illusion of Letting Go
- Freedom from Self-Doubt, Insecurity and Fear
- Exploring the Meaning and Purpose of Life
- Sexuality, Spirituality and Relationship
- Loneliness, Co-Dependence and Transcendence
- Expectations, Attachments and Judgments
- Guilt, Creativity and Hanging Loose
- Confusion, Stagnation and the Power of Clarity
- Celebrating the Unfolding Process of Life
To schedule a lecture or workshop with Shantji in your area, to order
books and tapes, or for more information contact
ElyseGold@aol.com.
http://www.aum.org/shantji/aboutb.htm
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