More than a decade ago, I first encountered Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, and from that moment, my life took on a new direction. Each time I found myself in his presence, a wave of emotion overcame me, often bringing tears to my eyes. It wasn't just his words or his teachings that moved me; it was the essence of his being, his unwavering commitment to peace, and his boundless compassion that touched the deepest recesses of my soul.
I remember the first time I witnessed him leading a meditation session. As I closed my eyes and followed his guidance, I felt a profound sense of tranquility wash over me. In that moment, I understood the power of his practices—yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation—to transform not only individual lives but entire communities and societies.
But it wasn't just his spiritual practices that inspired me; it was his tireless efforts to bring about positive change in the world. Whether it was through his humanitarian initiatives, his advocacy for conflict resolution, or his work in education and healthcare, Gurudev was always at the forefront, championing the cause of peace and harmony.
Perhaps what touched me the most was his unwavering belief in the inherent goodness of humanity. In a world plagued by division and strife, Gurudev remained a beacon of hope, reminding us all of our shared humanity and our capacity to love, forgive, and heal.
As I reflect on my journey alongside Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, I am filled with gratitude for the profound lessons he has imparted, the lives he has touched, and the legacy he continues to build. And though the tears may still come whenever I am in his presence, they are no longer tears of sadness but tears of profound gratitude and reverence for a soul who has dedicated his life to making the world a better place—one breath, one meditation, one act of kindness at a time.
十多年前,我第一次遇见了格鲁德夫·斯里·斯里·拉维·香克尔,从那一刻起,我的生活走上了一条新的道路。每当我置身于他的面前时,一股情感的浪潮会涌上心头,常常让我热泪盈眶。感动我的不仅是他的言辞或他的教导,更是他的存在本身,他对和平的坚定承诺以及他无尽的慈悲,深深触动了我灵魂的最深处。
我记得第一次看到他主持冥想会议的情景。当我闭上眼睛跟随他的引导时,一种深刻的宁静感笼罩着我。在那一刻,我领悟到了他的实践——瑜伽、呼吸练习和冥想——的力量,它们不仅可以改变个人的生活,还可以改变整个社区和社会。
但让我受到启发的不仅是他的精神实践,更是他为世界带来积极变革而不懈努力的精神。无论是通过他的人道主义计划、他对冲突解决的倡导,还是他在教育和医疗领域的工作,格鲁德夫总是站在前沿,为和平与和谐发声。
多年来,我有幸亲眼见证了他教诲的影响。
也许最让我感动的是他对人性固有的善良的坚定信念。在一个充满分裂和冲突的世界中,格鲁德夫始终是希望的灯塔,提醒我们所有人我们共同的人性以及我们去爱、宽恕和治愈的能力。
当我回顾我与格鲁德夫·斯里·斯里·拉维·香克尔的旅程时,我心怀感激。感激他给予我的深刻教诲,感激他触摸到的生命,感激他不断建立的遗产。尽管每当我置身于他的面前时,眼泪仍然会涌出,但它们不再是悲伤的眼泪,而是对一个将生命奉献给让世界变得更美好的灵魂的深深感激和敬仰——一次呼吸、一次冥想、一次善举。