Waves of Bliss in East Asia
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Gurudev had a whirl wind tour of South East Asia. 12 Countries, 20 Cities in just 28 days! Thousand experienced wisdom, devotion and joy!
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“Stress and Strength” in Cambodia
March 11
Gurudev visited Cambodia after 9 years. On March 11th, He conducted an interactive program titled Stress to Strength Through Inner Peace & Creativity, organised by the Art Of Living in conjunction with the Indian Embassy, Cambodia, attended by thousands of people.
Gurudev imparted valuable insights on transforming stress into useful energy for everyday life. Highlighting the alarming statistic of someone committing stress-related suicide every 40 seconds, Gurudev pointed out that excessive work, overwhelming worries and insufficient time are primary causes of stress, leading to feelings of nervousness and inability to find relief.
He recommended a healthy lifestyle including consuming easily digestible food, adequate sleep, harnessing the power of one’s breath and regular meditation as ways to eliminate stress and to stay energetic throughout the day.
He further emphasised the non-religious nature of breathing practices that could improve the quality of breathing and energy levels of everyone irrespective of the faith they practised. 1/3rd of the world’s population including 108 Indian universities and several European countries, now incorporate yoga, breathing techniques and meditation as part of their daily routine.
March 12
Gurudev led a wisdom, music and meditation event and interacted with thousands at the “Stress and Strength” event at the Koh Pich Theater in Phnom Penh. He interacted with thousands of enthusiastic attendees that included leaders from government, business, education, embassies, monasteries, and many students.
Among the key dignitaries that attended the event, were the King Monk, Samdech Preah Aphiserei Sukonthea Mohasangreacheathipadei (Abhisirī Sugandhā Mahāsangharājādhipat), Minister Samheng Boros, and the Indian ambassador to Cambodia, Devyani Khobragade.
H.H. Samdech Preah Sangkhareach Bour Kry, Minister Samheng Boros, and Ambassador Devyani Khobragade also joined the event. We discussed several initiatives aimed at uplifting humanity. (2/2)
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 12, 2024
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Taiwan
March 12-13
Gurudev arrived in Taipei, Taiwan to a warm welcome by its lovely people. His tour started with a music-filled evening of wisdom and meditation in Taipei, attended by thousands.
Thousands explored the mysteries of meditation during a meditation masterclass – Unveiling Infinity (Vignan Bhairav) at the Taipei International Convention Center.
March 14
Gurudev arrived in Taichung, Taiwan and inspired students and faculty from Tunghai University and National Chung Hsing University in Taichung, Taiwan to pay attention to the spiritual aspect of life.
The most venerable H.H. Dharma Master Hsin Tao received Gurudev in Taipei. He invited Gurudev to visit his sangha in Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Arrived in Taiwan to a warm welcome by its lovely people. Our tour started with a music-filled evening of wisdom and meditation in Taipei, attended by thousands. pic.twitter.com/Oydtw6U5id
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 13, 2024
The most venerable H.H. Dharma Master Hsin Tao received me in Taipei. He is a person of wisdom and child-like simplicity, and has invited me to visit his sangha in Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/B9Lg0QdYTA
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 14, 2024
Thousands explored the mysteries of meditation during a masterclass at the Taipei International Convention Center. pic.twitter.com/oU6skHJ7FT
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 14, 2024
Inspired students and faculty from Tunghai University and National Chung Hsing University in Taichung, Taiwan to pay attention to the spiritual aspect of life. (2/2) pic.twitter.com/a0X81OwilA
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 14, 2024
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Hong Kong
March 16-17
At Hong Kong’s scenic Wan Chai Harbourfront, thousands of people, in the presence of Gurudev, pledged to spread joy, aiming to build a happy society that would facilitate the blossoming of human potential.
March 14
Gurudev led the audience into an immersive experience of meditation and knowledge in the Wisdom Series held at the Kerry Hotel.
Meditation fosters intelligence, intuition, innovation & a warm personality, vital for achieving wealth & happiness.
At Hong Kong's scenic Wan Chai Harbourfront, thousands pledge to spread joy, aiming to build a happy society that facilitates the blossoming of human potential. pic.twitter.com/mUlDIQYuWj
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 16, 2024
In Hong Kong, an immersive experience in wisdom and meditation. pic.twitter.com/cSIJ5pkQ0p
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 17, 2024
Laos
March 19-21
Gurudev arrived at the World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, visited the iconic Wat Xiengthong monastery and the beautiful Kuang Si waterfalls.
Youth in large numbers joined the celebration of culture, wisdom & meditation in Vientiane, the capital city of Laos. The event was also attended by Laos’ Hon. Deputy Minister of Culture, the Hon. Indian Ambassador, and leaders from diverse fields, including Buddhist monks.
Youth in large numbers joined the celebration of culture, wisdom & meditation in Vientiane, the capital city of Laos. The event saw the presence of Laos' Hon. Deputy Minister of Culture, the Hon. Indian Ambassador, and leaders from diverse fields, including Buddhist monks. pic.twitter.com/SUn7oyBhtZ
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 21, 2024
Vietnam
March 21
Thousands joined Gurudev at the Discourse, Music and Meditation event at Hanoi.
March 22
Thousands gathered for an evening of culture, wisdom, and meditation with Gurudev at the beautiful Cultural Friendship Palace. The venerable Thich Thanh Huan and the officials from the Indian Embassy also attended the event.
March 23
Hundreds gathered for a wisdom and meditation session with Gurudev at Ho Chi Minh City.
March 24
At a public gathering, Gurudev interacted with businessmen, diplomats and leaders from diverse fields followed by a meditation.
On my first visit to Vietnam, an evening of culture, wisdom, and meditation at the beautiful Cultural Friendship Palace in Hanoi. The venerable Thich Thanh Huan and @AmbHanoi also attended the event. pic.twitter.com/FqCPs3c4VC
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 22, 2024
Before leaving for Singapore, a program for general public of Ho Chi Minh City. (2/2) pic.twitter.com/qp5zdW9zlM
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 24, 2024
Singapore
March 24
Thousands soaked in deep meditation and wisdom with Gurudev at the Journey Within event held over 2 sessions at the Medicorp Theater.
March 25
Gurudev led hundreds of people into meditation and knowledge as part of the Discourse, Music & Meditation event.
Planets and other celestial bodies are not merely inert objects. They have a consciousness of their own.
In Singapore’s @mediacorp Theater, two sessions on the “Journey Within”. pic.twitter.com/AdvZe3pZfh
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 24, 2024
Malaysia
Gurudev visited Malaysia after 9.5 years.
March 25
Thousands of enthusiastic devotees gathered for an evening of wisdom, music and meditation with Gurudev at Kuala Lumpur.
March 26
Thousands attended a Meditation, Music, Wisdom event led by Gurudev at Kuala Lumpur.
March 27
Gurudev led a session on leadership for distinguished business leaders and influencers at Kuala Lumpur.
Later, Gurudev arrived in Penang, Malaysia to a warm welcome. A large audience attended his Meditation Masterclass at the SPICE Arena, featuring lively discussions and a calming meditation
March 28
15000 young and old multi-ethnic people joined Gurudev in a Wisdom and Meditation event at Penang, Malaysia.
Visiting Malaysia after 9.5 years! A charged atmosphere in Kuala Lumpur as thousands of enthusiastic devotees gathered together for an evening of meditation, music and wisdom. pic.twitter.com/NdR8VuVlt6
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 26, 2024
A session on leadership for distinguished business leaders and influencers in Kuala Lumpur before departing for Penang. pic.twitter.com/J5HEleIIfv
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 27, 2024
Was received with a warm welcome by the people of Penang. A large crowd joined the masterclass featuring lively discussions and calming meditation at the SPICE Arena. pic.twitter.com/LeGnvTUK1I
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 27, 2024
It was very moving to see an energetic group of 15,000 young and old come together for wisdom and meditation in Penang. One would wish to see this everywhere in the world, where multi-ethnic communities share such a sense of belongingness. pic.twitter.com/1NGj6w5TNj
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 28, 2024
Indonesia
March 29
Gurudev met with General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. He also met with leaders and decision makers in Jakarta.
March 29 – April 2
Thousands of people attended “Unlock Your Inner Bliss” as part of the Bliss in Bali wisdom and meditation event with Gurudev.
Leaders and decision makers of Indonesian society embarked on a journey within at Jakarta. I have returned to Jakarta after 14 years and could see warmth and happiness here. pic.twitter.com/1yK5lGkcod
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
Also met General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. pic.twitter.com/sAGeF209KR
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
A long-awaited reunion for thousands worldwide at the Wisdom Series in Bali, where the island's picturesque beauty set the scene for a blend of meditation, celebration, sunset strolls, witty humor, and practical wisdom. pic.twitter.com/zjGXmVSPlO
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) April 1, 2024
Indonesia
March 29
Gurudev met with General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. He also met with leaders and decision makers in Jakarta.
March 29 – April 2
Thousands of people attended “Unlock Your Inner Bliss” as part of the Bliss in Bali wisdom and meditation event with Gurudev.
Leaders and decision makers of Indonesian society embarked on a journey within at Jakarta. I have returned to Jakarta after 14 years and could see warmth and happiness here. pic.twitter.com/1yK5lGkcod
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
Also met General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. pic.twitter.com/sAGeF209KR
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
A long-awaited reunion for thousands worldwide at the Wisdom Series in Bali, where the island's picturesque beauty set the scene for a blend of meditation, celebration, sunset strolls, witty humor, and practical wisdom. pic.twitter.com/zjGXmVSPlO
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) April 1, 2024
Philippines
April 5 – 6
Gurudev met with General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. He also met with leaders and decision makers in Jakarta.
Leaders and decision makers of Indonesian society embarked on a journey within at Jakarta. I have returned to Jakarta after 14 years and could see warmth and happiness here. pic.twitter.com/1yK5lGkcod
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
Also met General Tito Karnavian, Indonesia’s Honorable Minister of Home Affairs, in Jakarta. pic.twitter.com/sAGeF209KR
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) March 29, 2024
A long-awaited reunion for thousands worldwide at the Wisdom Series in Bali, where the island's picturesque beauty set the scene for a blend of meditation, celebration, sunset strolls, witty humor, and practical wisdom. pic.twitter.com/zjGXmVSPlO
— Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@SriSri) April 1, 2024
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