Presided over the consecration of the new idol of Mother Sita and the 'kumbhabhishekam' of the Seetha Amman Temple at Ashok Vatika, on invitation from the government of Sri Lanka. It is here that Lord Hanuman first met Mother Sita, assuring her of being reunited with Lord Rama.

Hon. Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dinesh Gunawardena 🇱🇰, received me at the official residence, Temple Trees. We discussed future collaborations to support the people of Sri Lanka in areas such as skilling, agriculture, tourism, environmental conservation, & holistic well-being. Called

Several hundred from around the world have joined me on a 3-day visit to Sri Lanka where I will be visiting the Sita Amman Temple, inaugurating skill centers, & leading public programs. The warm & gracious reception from dignitaries & devotees at the airport was truly touching.

People who complain are not productive, and those who work hard have nothing to complain about because they are busy working. If you catch yourself complaining, become aware and let go of your complaints. Channel your energy into doing something productive.

Welcomed the Nihang saints at the Art of Living International Center. They have been doing yeoman service to the society. Baba Harjit Singh Rasulpur, the eighth descendant of Baba Fakir Singh, along with 21 fellow Nihang Singhs performed the Chandi Havan and Shabad Paath.

In the world we inhabit, there is both pleasure and pain. Some reason will always present itself for you to be upset. This is the nature of the world. Don’t get too caught up in it and become frustrated. Know that every problem is temporary.

Launched the first Impact Report of the The Art of Living’s Himalay Unnati Mission, a consortium of 102 institutions to create a unified voice to protect the spiritual, socio-cultural, economic and ecological heritage of the Himalayas. savehimalayas.org

Certainty is often perceived as freedom. Yet, real freedom is feeling liberated amidst uncertainty. Being certain about the uncertainty of the relative world instills a “certain” faith in the absolute!

In moments when you encounter your limitations and boundaries, observe: Are you confined by these boundaries, or can you preserve your freedom, your non-judgmental stance, and innocent love? If you can solidify this, nothing in the world can take away your peace.

Latching on to the non-changing aspect of ourselves will help you sail through all the rough patches and make life a celebration.

Even in a region more suited for growing rice, Art of Living International Center has successfully harvested its first batch of wheat!

⁠⁠Inner conflict is more daunting than any external challenge. True courage lies in conquering the mind and overcoming inner turmoil through silent contemplation, without resorting to escapism or addictions.