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T he hub of all Dhyanapeetam activities is the ashram at Bidadi, located 35 km south-west of Bangalore city, which is the software capital of India, and among Asia's fastest growing cities.

On the busy Bangalore-Mysore highway, about 2 km past the town of Bidadi, a Dhyanapeetam signboard on the left points out the leafy path that winds its way to the ashram.

Nestling among low hills, spread over 16 acres, the ashram brings to life Swamiji's vision of traditional simplicity with modern amenities. A number of unassuming, functional structures dot the landscape. It is difficult to imagine that this serene commune is the headquarters from which Dhyanapeetam conducts its international operations that span three continents.

From the fork in the road (with one path leading to the administrative and living quarters, and the other to the sacred banyan tree), the visitor can spy the rustic outline of the famous Laughing Temple, where Swamiji holds intimate interviews and takes classes for the ashramites. This area includes accommodation for ashramites and patients, a kitchen-cum- dining-hall, outdoor dining spaces, the ashram office, and Ananda Gandha, Swamiji's simple kuteer (dwelling).

A short walk down the path, past a bamboo grove and green fields,

takes the visitor to the 300-year-old sacred banyan tree. The sacred banyan spreads its vast canopy over the small shrine dedicated to Lord Dakshinamurthy, who is known as the Adi Guru (the first- ever Guru). Revealed to Swamiji in a vision, and worshipped as the guiding spirit of the ashram, the sacred banyan encloses a space resonant with healing energy. Simply spending a few minutes under this tree can instantly soothe the nerves and revive the spirits.

En route to the sacred banyan is Ananda Sabha, the meditation hall used for public gatherings. Healers' meets and advanced- level meditation courses are held here, to let participants get a feel of ashram life. Close by is the Ananda Galleria, where ashram literature, books, audio & video and meditation accessories are available.

As on date, over fifty ashramites aged between eight and eighty live and learn in Swamiji's presence at the ashram.

For the ashramites, the day starts before sunrise, with Guru Pooja (obeisance to the Guru) performed to Lord Dakshinamurthy under the sacred banyan. This is followed by a meditation session, after which ashramites turn to their daily administrative tasks.

When Swamiji is at the ashram, he is available for healing and darshan for two hours every morning. Else, healing is offered by those ashramites who are initiated Ananda healers. The ailing and the needy from the villages and towns all around flock to the ashram daily for aid and comfort.

Simple sattvic meals (a vegetarian diet that supports the body in spiritual prcatices) are served thrice a day in the friendly ashram dining hall, where Swamiji's talks and keertans (devotional music) play all day.

At dusk, a simple but enchanting aarati is performed to Lord Nataraja (The Dancing Shiva) at Ananda Sabha. This is followed by Swamiji's taped discourse, a meditation session and the singing of bhajans (hymns). Sometimes, the day culminates in an hour's dancing to Swamiji's favourite keertans.

An ASP participant receives Ananda Darshan

Dhyanapeetam's activities in India include daily healing at the ashram, free healing camps, ASPs (weekend workshops on chakra healing through meditation), Dhyana Satsangs (mass- meditation programs for urban and rural communities), Gnana Daana (meditation camps for the youth, held in schools and colleges) and productivity & de-stress programs for corporates.

A mass meditation program in progress

Dhyanapeetam's overseas centres are rapidly spreading the message of meditation and blissful living, with regular Life Bliss courses (a variant of ASP) conducted by acharyas (teachers) personally trained by Swamiji.

Many exciting projects are on the anvil, including a new-age gurukul (learning space) for youngsters, a new meditation hall overlooking the natural lotus pond, mobile medical assistance for the surrounding villages, and a full-fledged multi-specialty charitable hospital at Bidadi .

I n just two years since its inception, Dhyanapeetam has grown to be an international organization with operations spanning three continents. While making a significant positive contribution to to the community today, Dhyanapeetam also cherishes the vision of awakening humanity to a vibrant and joyful tomorrow.

A quick look at some of our more important milestones:

♦ Over 110 Ananda Spurana Programs or ASPs (workshops on meditation and chakra healing) have been personally conducted by Swamiji at 30 different global locations.

♦ Hundreds have participated in the advanced-level Nithyananda Spurana Program (NSP), and have been initiated with new names that indicate their spiritual path.

♦ 50 ashramites live and learn at Bidadi ashram. Of these, seven men and four women have been initiated into sannyas.

♦ Ananda Healing has cured thousands of ailments from migraine to cancer. To date, more than 75,000 people have received this healing touch directly from Swamiji.

♦ There are over 300 healing & meditation centres worldwide, and over 700 practising Ananda healers.

♦ The Gnana Daana Project for bringing meditation to the youth has already touched over 82,000 students and young adults.

♦ Over 70 Dhyana Satsangs (mass-meditation programs) and 100 free discourses have been personally conducted by Swamiji, with lakhs participating.

♦ Over 1000 homes and workplaces have been visited, energized and blessed by Swamiji to date.

♦ More than 30 books have been released in four languages. Over 100 audio tapes, audio & video CDs have been released to date.

♦ Hundreds of Ananda Sevaks (volunteers) work hand-in-hand with ashramites to organize courses and satsangs in their areas, run healing & meditation centres, and conduct free healing camps.

The Formless in Form A pictorial biography of Swamiji

The Gossip Of Nithyananda A collection of Swamiji's most memorable quotes

A Small Story... Swamiji's best-loved parables

From Pain to Bliss Insights from Swamiji

From Worrying to Wondering Insights from Swamiji

Question + Swamiji = Answer! Your questions answered

The Simple Truth, Straightaway! A public address by Swamiji

Is Spirituality relevant in our time? A frank talk with the press

Om Mani Padme Hum 27 ways to approach the Master

Discovering Love Insights from Swamiji

Ananda Healing : Your shortcut to God! An introduction to healing initiation

A Garland of Memories Devotees' reminiscences of time spent with Swamiji

Six Days to Total Transformation An introduction to chakra healing through meditation

Open the door... let the breeze in! Tools for joyful living

Meditation is for you! An introduction to the science and art of meditation

Swamiji as we know him Unforgettable moments in the Master's presence

i to I Talks in the USA on life, meditation & bliss

Instant Inspiration Practical wisdom for today's generation

From Peak to Peak An enchanting journey with Swamiji through the Himalayas

TITLES IN TAMIL

Nithyananda: Oru Arimugam An introduction to Swamiji

Kathavai Thira... Kaatru Varattum! Tools for joyful living

Gnanattin Thiravukol Making the transition from knowledge to experience

Yein Pada Poojai? Experience the Divine in your home

Pada Poojayin Mahatvam Transform your home into an energy-field!

Manam Kadanda Nilai Research report of American doctors on Swamiji's science-defying neurological system

Yantra Dhyanam An 11-minute easy-to-practise meditation technique

Kaatrin Suvadukkal A collection of Swamiji's sayings rendered in poetry

Udirum Saragugal A compilation of talks given bySwamiji

Ameythiyin Muzhakkam Swamiji speaks at mass-meditation camps (satsangs)

Udal - Gnanattin Theyir Meditation techniques to energise our three bodies (energy layers)

Padippu - Thadaikarkale Padikarkal Aakkungal Effective keys to enhance academic performance and success

Ilainjnarkale... Swamiji speaks to the youth

Vaazhvin Rahasyangal The science behind tradition

Swargam Unakkullei Surrender and be liberated

TITLES IN KANNADA

Jeevana Ganga An introduction to Swamiji

Dukkhadinda... anandakke Moving from pain to bliss

Chinteyinda... aaraamakke Remove the word 'worry' from your life!

Baagilu there... thangaali olage beesali! Toolsfor joyful living

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A 2-day healing and meditation workshop that focuses on the seven major chakras (energy zones) of our body, with powerful meditation techniques to cleanse and activate each.

An introduction to a more fulfilling, stress-free and blissful way of life. Acharyas personally trained by Swamiji guide participants through practical meditation techniques that help them easily integrate spirituality into their normal lifestyle.

A 1-day entry-level meditation camp that introduces participants to the three bodies (physical, subtle and causal), and helps them harness the energies of each for optimal daily living.

A four-day advanced-level course conducted personally by Swamiji, and open only to those who have already completed the ASP. Particpants work on all their seven bodies, with intensive guided meditation sessions and workouts.

Selected sincere seekers who have completed at least two ASPs (or 1 NSP) are personally initiated by Swamiji into Ananda Healing. Healers become direct channels for Swamiji's powerful healing energy, which has cured diseases from migraine to cancer.

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