What sacrifices have you made in life?
I do not count in loss or lack,
Each choice I made, I won’t take back.
Not sacrifice, but love I live
For what I chose, I chose to give.
As daughter, mother, friend and healer,
No borrowed script, no tale to tailor.
No burden borne, no debt to claim
Just steps aligned with joy and flame.
Are you a leader or a follower?
I am neither bound to lead nor chase,
I move with purpose, not the race.
A seeker of truth, a voice, a flame,
In leading or following, the soul’s the same.
What Olympic sports do you enjoy watching the most?
I seldom watch the games unfold,
The medals won, the stories told.
But grace in motion speaks to me
Like gymnasts floating weightlessly.
Or archers still, with focused aim,
Their silence whispering the flame.
I see in sport what poems show
A quiet strength, a steady flow.
How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic?
I learned to yield, I learned to sway,
Like trees that bend but never fray.
I learned to introspect, observe, and grow,
To trust myself, to ebb and flow.
The bonds of family, strong and true,
Have deepened as we journeyed through.
The online world has made me see,
The value time holds precious and free.
The storm has passed, yet I remain,
Changed yet whole, through loss and gain
The greens often lead me to dense woods,
To the wilds, that are impenetrable and chaotic.
Amongst the trees that appear haphazard to me,
Amongst the clouds that nearly look hypnotic
Today as I wandered once again in the morning
I witnessed an army going up a tree.
I questioned them inquisitively “Why can’t you be scattered?
Why are you disciplined even when absolutely free?”
“We don’t like to mess up this beautiful trunk”, they said.
It gives us support, nutrition and strength that we need.
Unlike humans who clutter the earth with utmost disrespect.
And tend to forget that she is not just the foundation but also the one who feeds.
Simi
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The muddy waters remind me of the days of mixed up thoughts,
When circumstances are beyond our control and comprehension.
When the mind has no clue how to clear the clutter up,
And the heart shouts that it too has apprehension.
When I know I need to sieve unwanted speculations,
The ones that affect my integrity and peace.
Yet it rains uncertainty every now and then,
And mixes up the unwanted sandy ideas with ease.
Yet I move on swiftly through the circumstances,
The mountains never ever dare to cease me.
The greens help me appear beautiful throughout
To touch each pebble, each blade of grass, I am free.
Simi
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Attired in their finest costumes
With their flower braided hair.
They tip toed their way to His beautiful idol,
But they knew, He was everywhere.
Simi
Through the lens of Sujay
Life at Isha Yoga Centre is like living in a world away from the world. It is so much like an army cantonment. Well organized, full of conviction, intensity and optimism.
Just the way military units are organised and work towards a common goal for the safety and security of our nation, here the various departments join hands to make us realise what Sadguru says,”to make any endeavor truly successful, integrity, inspiration, and insight are integral. “
The soldiers here are the volunteers, thousands of them, who strive to make the world a better place to live in.
Brahmacharis take place of the Commanding Officers in Isha. They are there tirelessly. Always strong yet composed, always passionate about their work , along with the well being of entire centre.
Sadhguru is the Chief of this army… I don’t need to mention that..!! Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, spiritual leader, a mystic, humanitarian, social activist and founder of the Isha Foundation.
Qualification here is in terms of courses.too, for example “I am BSP, are you Sadhnapadha? “
People from various communities and places are here. First question anyone would ask is ” You are from? “Just the way army folks ask each other.
Sarv Dharm Stambh in front of Dhyan Linga here replaces the Sarv Dharm Sthal in army cantonment
Everyone is friendly and each one has a smile. All walk with a sense of responsibility. One message and they are all together. Always enthusiastic, always ready for the next project.
PT and game time here is sadhana time. They all stay fit with their asanasas and kriyas.
Early morning one can hear the various chants. The swaying flowers, tall trees, and lotus in the ponds, make the atmosphere magical. Well cantonment has its own sounds of hustle and bustle of soldiers in the morning amidst the birds chirping. Both have busy mornings.
People here don’t bother about materialistic comforts, their cups are always overflowing with enthusiasm and happiness.
Cycles can be seen here and there. But they don’t mind a walk or even a run anytime.
Anyone who’s willing to make a difference, can join here as a soldier, they have big hearts. You just need to be fit.
They’re self sufficient just the way army guys are. The greens and nature flourish and are taken care of by the soldiers here.
Visitors are allowed to come and enjoy the ISHA yoga Centre. Though Army Cantonment doesn’t allow it for known reasons but yes the army takes care of visitors in difficult terrains like mountains and deserts, where without help survival becomes difficult.
Jai Hind here is replaced by a subtle Namaskaram. You can connect to just anyone with this little warm gesture.
Peace of a nation and exuberance within each human, the objective of these two armies may appear different but they function almost in a similar way proving that in the pursuit for happiness, we all need to be together.
Love being at both the places. They have inspired me to introspect. And I think that’s all we need to do.
Simi
When the life looks dreary ‘n the bushes are thick..!
Only the breeze of faith blows away all darkness, that’s the trick..!!
Simi
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Is He too far to hear us..the little brother had a question in his eyes,
No not at all, He lives right there, and helps the one who himself first tries..!!
Simi
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