Inspiration fora new Humanity

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TeachingsInspiration PhilosophyWelcome to the inspiration for a New

Humanity. As a human being we have existed for

thousands of years, slowly evolving into the way

we are now. At this point, from every aspect of

our lives, the questions arise: “What happened

to us?” and “What is this life all about?” All over

the world, people have started to investigate in

which way we can give new direction to our

evolution. As a result of our times, many Masters

have evolved, bringing consciousness for growth

and personal transformation.

We, as an eco-spiritual Movement, inspired

by the Teachings of Guruji Sri Vast, are actively

engaged in realizing a New Humanity; an

emerging paradigm where our daily human

life is the experience of love, care and share.

The core of our existence is love, beauty and

sacredness. It is a world where human kind

lives in harmony with all beings, a world where

G uruji Sri Vast is an enlightened spiritual Master from South

India. A profound Mystic full of authentic joy, love, grace and a

flow of natural wisdom, teaching celebration of Life as a way to

Total Liberation.

Sri Vast Inspiration for a New Humanity

An emerging paradigm

“I see you as me, as one who has the potential

of exploring the peak of this life, the peak of yourself,

the peak of your existence.

I am not belonging to any country, to any religion

or any culture. I just happened to be born in this human body,

in this time; just on holiday from being formless.

I see you as a fellow traveler, even if you don’t see it.”

Sri Vast

man and woman dissolve their differences and

become whole, a world that can be co-created

with Nature, a world where God is not a myth,

but a simple reality, a world where you and

me can celebrate each other’s presence. It is a

dream; a New Humanity.

As a citizen of this planet, as a member of the

human species, as a participant of this time, we

have the possibility to engage in transforming

the world we are living in. As Guruji says: “By

transforming yourself, you are transforming your

world”. It is an invitation to be inspired by the

presence of a living Master, who can provoke

the hidden God within us. We see the Master as

a speaker of the consciousness.

The Teachings explored are a practical eco-

spirituality pointing to the internal process of

naturalization, to the cultivation of a deep inner

knowing and a communion with existence.

Come, come, join the dance. Come, come be the song.

Sri Vast AshramIndiaInspired by the profound Teachings of Guruji Sri Vast, this tropical oasis

of living meditation and contemplation offers a space to joyfully and

practically engage in a sacred culture of devotion and eco-spirituality.

With a daily rhythm that flows from the early morning bell through

meditation, yoga, seva, chanting, satsang and devotional gatherings,

this is a space dedicated to living in inspiration for a New Humanity.

Sri Vast Ashram is located on the beautiful east coast of South India. North of Pondicherry town, within walking distance to the sea, it is two hours from the Chennai International Airport, and two hours from the pilgrimage site of the holy mountain of Thiruvannamalai.

A LIVING ANd LeArNING CoMMuNITy

“You are the architect of your world. Instead of

going for a big walk against the war, go for a walk to see

the flowers. The more people go to see the beauty of this Life, the more it becomes

alive. The beauty becomes reality.”

Sri Vast

Sri Vast Ashram

SwedenS ri Vast Ashram Sweden is home to the Bokelund Community, a global congregation devoted to a new model of sacred and sustainable living. It is a space that contains joy, love, music, dance, poetry, creativity, and meditation as a total experience of every moment.

W e welcome sincere aspirants to actively participate in the Community, using this possibility as a part of their spiritual journey. We host many programs and retreats on inner transformation and sustainable living. Bokelund Community is situated along the coastline of South of Sweden, near Halmstad. It is easily accessible from the International Airports of Gothenburg and Copenhagen. In the midst of the Swedish countryside, the Community is surrounded by picturesque natural landscapes, green hills, open fields, beautiful beaches and inviting leaf forests.

“The world needs communities where people can live collectively, to enrich each

others existence.” Sri Vast

a day with the Master

Inner K nowing

This Retreat is conducted in many different countries in Europe and North America

Sri Vast

“ You can dream that one day a new human will be born, that one day all the problems will be solved. Or, you can be

reborn as a new human and enter into that new consciousness where beauty, love and

sacredness are the core of the Life.”

Meeting with a Master is a life changing experience.It opens up new possibilities of attaining innersilence, effortless living and a blissful experienceof every moment. It is an inspiration for an enhanced life experience. Profound meditation techniques are taught to bring physical balance and mental harmony. This program is conducted in many countries around the world. Please visit our website for dates and details.

G uruji Sri Vast shares a profound wisdom of transformational spirituality around the world, initiating thousands of people to the Path of Total Liberation. Welcome to participate in the inspiration for a New Humanity.

Satsang and Retreats

Christmas Retreat

Celebrating the Christhood in You

A unique 12-day Celebration with Guruji

Sri Vast, this retreat is a memorable gathering

full of joy and spiritual discoveries. Nurture

your body, evoke your spirit and celebrate the

essence of Life. Guided by a living Master, this

retreat is a profound invitation to explore the

Christhood within. experience the deep wisdom

of Inner yoga, practical spirituality, music,

community living, self inquiry, chanting,

meditation, and transformational gatherings

around Guruji Sri Vast. People from all

walks of life come to Sri Vast Ashram India

for Christmas to experience their silence,

celebration and inner bliss. A wonderful way

to celebrate a new and meaningful Christmas!

Sri Vast Ashram, India December 22 – January 2

Sri Vast Ashram, India January

W elcome to an inner pilgrimage. This Pilgrimage is a transformational exploration into the ancient Siddha wisdom of South India. It gives a taste of ancient culture and its spiritual richness. It is a memorable journey from Sri Vast Ashram through beautiful landscapes to the holy sites of South India. Travelling with the Master and fellow seekers brings joy and inner richness.

a journey to mystical India

Yatra Pilgrimage“My effort is

to make you to see the godliness in

everything; in every single tree, in every

single being, in every single stone - not only

in the Himalayas. I want you to

explore the Himalayas within you.”

Sri Vast

living

EnlightenmentAn invitation to be

in the Presence of the Living Master

T he ‘Living enl ightenment’ retreat is an

exci t ing new journey into the unknown. The

profound wisdom, shared by Guruji , helps

us to enter into a whole new dimension of

exploring l i fe on this planet .

experience an inward journey - ful l of joy,

ful l of love and ful l of l ight . I t is a t ime for

togetherness, s i lence, music, celebrat ion,

dance, bhajans, playfulness, laughter and

transformation.

This retreat is an eye opener, al lowing us

to meet and celebrate everyday l i fe through

the eyes of the enl ightened one. Welcome to

explore your t ranscendental Nature!

Sri Vast Ashram, India January 13 - January 22

Sri Vast Ashram, India January 23 - February 3

Mystic’s Way Retreat

expand beyond your limits

A unique opportunity to celebrate the mystical practices of the yogic life in the presence of a living Mystic. From a profound experience of Total Liberation, Guruji shares that enlightenment is practically accessible by all through a process of inner transformation. The Mystic’s Way is especially for those with a thirst to further their spiritual experience and deepen their inner quest for self-realization. The techniques taught are unique and transcendental, giving participants an opportunity to learn natural yogic practices that nurture their growth. The five-day program contains profound meditation techniques, yogic disciplines, and Initiation into the Mystical Path.

Wilderness

“Liberate, totally liberate, until the question of Liberation disappears within you. Flow, just flow with the Life. In that flow,

you and me will disappear, the comparison of your inner and outer world will disappear. Without knowing, you will realize

that you are already there.” Sri Vast

This retreat is an initiation to the Path of Paraparam - which means ‘the infinite Bliss’. It explores the nature of the pre-domesticated state. It is a non-dual experience where your inner world and outer world are not two different worlds. Freedom, bliss, peace and godliness are experiences of our distant memory. Layer upon layer of imprints and social dogmatism have brought us far from ourselves. This retreat helps you to get in touch with the innermost core of your life.

Sri Vast Ashram, Sweden, in August

“If you want to follow me, follow my Nature.”

Living enlightenment and Mystic’s Way are a prerequisite for participation in this retreat.

the infinite Bliss

in Tuscany

livingEnlightenment

S r i Vast Internat ional Foundation runs retreats and educational programs in a lush Tuscan paradise surrounded by ol ive groves, f rui t orchards, vineyards and enchanted forests . The Vil la is located outside the his tor ical ci ty of Lucca, near the Airport of Pisa.

T he ‘Living enl ightenment’ retreat is an exci t ing new journey into the unknown. The profound wisdom, shared by Guruji , helps us to enter into a whole new dimension of exploring l i fe on this planet .experience an inward journey - ful l of joy, ful l of love and ful l of l ight . I t is a t ime for togetherness, s i lence, music, celebrat ion, dance, bhajans, playfulness, laughter and transformation.

T his retreat is an eye opener, al lowing us to meet and celebrate everyday l i fe through the eyes of the enl ightened one. Welcome to explore yourtranscendental Nature!

in lucca, Tuscany, Italy July 17 - 26

yoga of NatureYogaInner

INNer yoGA TeACHer TrAINING

Inner yoga Training includes theoretical and

practical classes on the origin and purpose of

asana practice, body movement and pranic

breathing. This training is designed to bring

greater understanding of how we can naturally

participate in every moment, explore an

expansion beyond our body and enter into a

multidimensional experience. The profound

interaction and communication with the

wilderness heals and rejuvenates the body on

various levels, bringing great insights of self

realization. This course prepares participants

to teach Inner yoga professionally; a beautiful

addition to your existing yoga practice.

T he Institute for Meditation and Inner Growth,

with its main campus in South India, is a vibrant

educational center dedicated to the exploration of

Natural Intelligence. It is an initiative to make the

ancient wisdom of meditation, living in harmony

with nature, mythology, and the art of enlightenment

accessible to those who thirst for conscious evolution

and inner transformation. We offer courses on Advaita

Vedanta, yoga, Meditation, Natural Healing, eco-

Psychology, ecology, Creativity and Mysticism. We

offer short term and long term residential programs

in a contemplative atmosphere.

Inner yoga, conceived by Guruji Sri Vast, is a technique that reveals the natural state of being. A key to enter into the unknown, Inner yoga explores the dormant wisdom within, allowing the individual to learn from nature. Through its various techniques, Inner yoga liberates the body, mind, and senses from inherent imprints. Inner yoga techniques consist of many asanas of nature and pranayama practices. It views the human as a living being with natural functions and tendencies. When the human is not able to function and express its inner experiences naturally, imbalances arise in human nature. Inner yoga practice helps everyone achieve balance in the body and mind so that one can experience pure human nature; a new beginning to understanding oneself naturally.

www.inneryoga.org

Introductory course 5 days

Level one 2 weeks

Level Two 2 weeks

Courses offered in India, Europe, Canada, USA

4 week training, IndiaSri Vast Institute for Meditation & Inner Growth

4 week training, IndiaSri Vast Institute for Meditation & Inner Growth

Teacher TrainingYogat h e y o g i c w a y

T he 4-week intensive Teacher Training offers a solid foundation to teach Yoga professionally. The course covers the deeper aspects of Yoga Philosophy, Asana Practice, Meditation, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bandhas, Mudras, basic Sanskrit terminology and Chanting.

Our unique Teacher Training offers a memorable Ashram experience of “Yoga the Yogic way”. Learn how to teach the profound principles of Yoga that lay a foundation for a healthy, happy and balanced life. Welcome to explore the essence of this ancient Yogic science and embody its vital message.

Upon completion of the course, 200 hours of certification will be awarded by the Institute of Meditation and Inner Growth.

Holistic

H olistic Health approaches each unique person as a whole and the body as divine. It looks beyond the symptoms to the root of the imbalance, treating mind, body and spirit as one. This course is a journey into a world of natural health. It is an invitation to learn from the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, Naturopathy and various Asian healing practices. Here you will be guided by experienced teachers to unfold the wisdom of Natural Health and Healing.

Health

COUrSe CONTeNT

Introduction to Ayurvedic Healing, Herbal Home remedies, Foot reflexology, Breathing Techniques, Natural Therapies, Massage, Yoga and Sattvic Cooking. This theoretical and practical education offers students a solid foundation in Holistic Health methods.

Yoga Acharya3-monTh program

yogic body and vedic mind

The Yoga Acharya Training at Sri Vast Ashram India, translates the timeless wisdom of Yoga

into a way of Life. This training is for selfless, dedicated people who wish to live in the Ashram

community for a longer period of time, with the intention of deepening their spiritual path and

integrating ancient Yogic wisdom into daily life expression.

Acharya आचार्य Sanskrit meaning a

monk, a Vedic guide, leader or a highly

learned scholar of spiritual scriptures.

Yoga योग derived from the Sanskrit root

“yuj”, meaning “to yoke”, “to join” or to

“unite”, inner union of Atman (individual

soul) with Paramatman (world soul).

The Acharya program provides you with an opportunity

to reach inner and outer harmony and to grow spiritually

through Karma Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti

Yoga and Satsang. The students get the opportunity to

learn different aspects of yogic and Vedic philosophy. In

a beautiful blend of discipline, freedom and dedication,

daily spiritual practices, along with the yogic lifestyle in

the Ashram, offer you the opportunity to gain clarity of

life and its purpose. As an aspirant you will serve in the

serene gardens, kitchen and permaculture landscapes

alongside like-minded spiritual seekers, experiencing

the transformational togetherness in the unique

environment of Sri Vast Ashram, India.

This 3 month educational program gives you a

stronger foundation to be a guide and to teach the

multiple aspects of Yoga. During the stay, you will

have the chance to develop a steady spiritual practice

which can be integrated into your daily life. And, for

you who are ready to truly immerse yourself into the

profound wisdom Teachings, this program will be a

life transforming experience. It is an opportunity to

cultivate a yogic body and a Vedic mind.

ACHArYA PrOGrAM

Students are offered deepened knowledge

on Chakra Consciousness, Asana practice,

Meditation, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandhas,

Kriyas, Nadis, Mantras, Advaita - Vedanta,

Yoga Sutras, Upanishads, Thirumandiram,

Inner Yoga, introduction to Sanskrit and

Tamil Terminology, Bhajans, Chanting,

Sattvic Cooking, Seva and visits to ancient

sacred temples.

P e r m a c u l t u r e Permaculture Design Course

Ethics of Ecological Design

Courses offered5 days - Intro to Permaculture2 weeks - Permaculture Design Course

H umans are a natural species in the

ecosystem with great creativity to influence the

world around them. The Institute for Meditation

and Inner Growth invites you to join a series

of inspirational workshops on Sustainable

Living. each 1 to 3 day workshop outlines

the complexities of our ecological impacts

around the world. These short courses inspire

a deep complicity with nature, empowering

individuals to be catalysts for change, and to

take practical action to transform our ecological

footprint. Together students explore personal

and global sustainability beyond the human-

centric perspective.

S u s t a i n a b l e L i v i n g Topics include

• Food Security• Climate Change • World Order and Trade Policy • Life of Human Species• Natural resources

and the Quest for energy• Practical ecology• Deep ecology

Permaculture is a design approach to gardens, homes and

communities that considers the intricate relationships that

support life on earth as expressed in the diversity of our

ecosystems. Through the careful observation of the structures,

patterns, forms, textures, shapes and cycles of these relationships,

students develop a deep understanding of the ethics and

principles of Permaculture design. This course emphasizes

the beauty and sacredness of Life while including the human

species in the ecology of existence. Students learn to design and

create sustainable edible landscapes and naturally harmonious

living spaces with awareness and mindfulness. The ethics and

principles of Permaculture design are explored and applied in

the garden with a balance of theoretical analysis, observation

and hands-on learning. Students share observations, realizations

and designs in an open and supportive learning atmosphere.

The Permaculture Design Course includes study trips to local

ecosystems and model permaculture designs. Join this inspiring

exploration of the Art of Nature in India, Italy and Sweden.

The courses are conducted in a beautiful 18th century Villa near Lucca, Tuscany. The centre inspires joyful contemplation and meditative walks through enchanted forests.

T he art of healing is a quality which we all have naturally within

us. Imbalances in our body and mind activate the inherent healing

force within us. Often we don’t give space to our own ability and

by approaching external help we never explore what we came with.

return to your natural state which has all the resources for you to get

back into balance.

Understanding Oneself

Inner Yoga & Chakra Consciousness

Natural Healing Series

T his 10 day course gives you a deeper understanding of how you function as a natural being in body and mind. This course explores each Chakra in depth bringing clarity to adopted patterns and imprints and how to further evolve. The chakras are vortices of pranic energy at specific areas in the body which control the circulation of prana permeating the entire human structure. each chakra is a switch which opens up patterns of behaviour, thought or emotional reactions which may have been unconscious in our everyday life.

During this course you are introduced to Inner Yoga, a Yoga of Nature, which stimulates the flow of energy through the chakras and helps to activate them. This in turn awakens the corresponding psychic and mental bodies, allowing one to experience planes of higher consciousness. Learn a series of life changing tools and exercises that help you to grow beyond your past and inherent patterns thus inspiring you to live this life totally.

in Tuscany, Italy October 2 - 11

Toscana Italy

This series, taken together or as

individual courses, is for those who

are interested in personal growth,

family health care, and continuing

a professional practice as a healer,

therapist or counsellor. Through

experiential living and learning

participants acquire practical tools

and techniques for a new approach

to healing.

Inspire, Transform, Celebrate, Naturally

The Original Being

Siddha Purusha

Tuscany, Italy May 8 - 17

Equilibrium of Life

E co Therapy & Natural Healing is a ten day intensive course exploring human interaction with nature and the use of nature as a therapeutic element. This course sees the human as a natural being living in the ecosystem. It looks at the equilibrium of the human through this understanding and practically examines suitable natural therapeutic responses to different physical and mental states. Participants will gain practical experience in using therapeutic techniques for themselves and supporting those in need. Gain a deeper understanding of the healing powers of nature.

Eco Therapy & Natural Healing This ten day course explores the nature of

the human being; a state of being that is free from any kind of physical or psychological suppressions, where the non-dual experience is applied in every aspect of Life - a practical Advaita. During the course we examine the implications of our natural and cultivated tendencies. Through a profound practice we investigate the achievement of the four goals of life; Dharma (righteousness), Artha (prosperity), Kama (desire) and Moksha (liberation). This course will help you attain clarity in this planetary life, in this human nature and maintain the completeness in every moment, in every aspect of life. In this experiential course, participants learn unique meditation techniques for themselves and to give guidance to uplift and complete the purpose of this life. This course brings motivation to explore the peak of oneself; the Original Being - the Siddha Purusha.

Tuscany, Italy September 18 - 27

College for Transformational Studies, Sweden

education for a just, sacred and sustainable world

The College for Transformational Studies is dedicated to providing visionaries and pioneers an interdisciplinary education for a just, sacred and sustainable world. The College offers short term and full-year programs, providing students a gap at any stage of life to discover their potential, purpose and function. The focus is on understanding the current world paradigm, and how to identify

and participate in the emerging new paradigm. In this self-motivated lear-ning atmosphere, a perspective of life beyond the human-centric standpoint is explored. This one year experiential program includes living and learning in community where students can practically apply what they have learned in daily life. The education includes study trips in europe and India.

www.collegefortransformation.org

Topics:

• emerging Paradigm• Sustainable Future• eco-Spirituality• eco-Psychology• eco-Therapy• Creativity and expression

Imagine a space where you can explore your inspiration, where your curiosity leads to knowledge, where your natural response to the world is encouraged, where your creativity is cherished, where your participation is valued, and your inner sacredness is treasured.

For more information see www.TheOrganicSchool.Org

a space where a child is allowed to be a child

Childhood itself is a pedagogy, a valuable life experience. Children want to know, they want to touch, sense, learn and explore the world they live in. The Organic School is a learning adventure for children. Our classroom extends beyond the walls of our buildings, including every art and science. It includes the child’s inner world.

Our School is inspired by the transformational Teachings of Guruji Sri Vast. It is a space to cultivate natural intelligence through a culture of sacredness, playfulness, learning and being. each child participates in practical engagements, projects, documentation and self-reflection in their learning adventure. Here children are present in the joy of learning and trust their inner knowing, resulting in mature human beings with the

ability to respond positively in any moment, in any situation.

It is with this understanding that the Organic School is created, to nurture the sacredness within

and to bring forth young pioneers for a New Humanity.

CurriculumChildren explore these themes with all their senses, in playfulness, laughter, enthusiasm and curiosity:

Nature StudiesBody Movement, Dance and SwimmingVarious LanguagesCrafts, Creativity and Fine ArtsMathematics Biology and Science Music, Singing and Theatrereligions and PhilosophyMythology, History and Social Science Life Skills (Gardening, Cooking, Sewing, Pottery, Carpentry etc.)Geography Natural Health and Healing Computer ScienceMeditation and Yoga Games and Play

Organic School

Caring Naturally is a holistic wellbeing centre where spiritual healing is recognized as an integral part of your health. Caring Naturally is specialized in offering unique therapeutic retreats to support your entrance into a deeper awakening. Cleansing methods and therapies are adapted to the present modern environment and lifestyle. Our personalized therapy programs are carefully designed by our professional health consultants and highly experienced therapists offering a caring and meditative environment for deep relaxation and rejuvenation, nurturing your divine body.

Caring Naturally is situated in the beautiful and serene setting of Sri Vast Ashram, South India. Within walking distance to the beach, our Wellbeing Centre is two hours from Chennai International Airport, two hours from the holy mountain of Thiruvannamalai, and seven kilometres to Pondicherry Town with its blended French and Indian culture.

nurturing the divine body

www.caringnaturally.org

A unique personal retreat,

Anandhakriya takes you to a profound

level of physical and spiritual cleansing.

With devotional care, our therapeutic

methods detoxify and strengthen the body

in preparation for deep levels of spiritual

practice. This 21-day experience offers a

nurturing space where the essence

of your unique existence can be

found. With personal spiritual

guidance this profound inner

journey calms and rebalances in

complete harmony by activating

the body’s self healing potential.

Anandhakriya is an awakening

experience of one’s unique Life

Essence.

an awakening experienceAnandhakriya

Personal Spiritual Retreats

Your Personalized Program:- Meditation Practices- Guided self inquiry- Daily 2 treatments- Morning Yoga classes and breathing exercises- South Indian vegetarian sattvic meals- Spiritual gatherings of Chanting and Satsang- Personal spiritual guidance

Your Personalized Program:- Daily 2 treatments- Meditation Practices - Pranayama Breathing Exercises- Morning Yoga Classes- Ashram Program and Gatherings - Chanting and Satsang - Personal Sadhana and profound Spiritual Guidance

Divia Deha the divine body

D ivya-Deha is a profound retreat exper-

ience to celebrate and worship your divine

body. Allow yourself to surrender totally

into the hands of devotional care. These

purification methods offer a nourishing

space to experience your inner sacredness.

A cleansing ritual with the natural elements

that reconnects you with the inner wisdom of

the body. Divia Deha is a bathing of the soul

and the senses. It is a meditative rejuvenation,

calming your body and mind, nurturing and

encouraging the stillness to arise within you.

An exclusive retreat experience of being a

unique form and beautiful expression of

the Divine.

FoundationTogether we can bring change

May all the beings in All the worlds be happy

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A charitable, non-profit Foundation committed to advancing projects, research and educations worldwide in the fields of Climate Change, Ecology,

Spirituality, Holistic Health, and pioneering Education for a sustainable future for all.

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