I had the opportunity to attend the Yoga Sutras – Guru Purnima retreat in Cabo in July, 2010. The teachings were mind-blowing…to say the least. However since returning from Cabo in July, I haven’t allowed the time to really absorb the teachings and do the practices.

…I know that my life has changed dramatically since this retreat such a short time ago. So on some deeper level, the sounds have made an influence on me and providing new opportunities for me (with the blessings of Dr. Pillai). One of the most recent opportunities is to spend some time in India. Being in India has proved to be a prime spot for me to really take in the practices that were revealed in Cabo.

After speaking with someone that attended the recent Singapore event (August, 2010); I was very drawn to experiment with Baba’s suggestion of practicing these teachings for 3 hours a day during specific hours – and to do this for 30 consecutive days. I am not one who has ever been drawn to such long practices…however the desire to be more committed and to be more connected with this set of teachings has been stronger each day…especially during my stay in India.

This morning was my third day with the practice…and it only took place due to Dr. Pillai’s grace and guidance. …let me give a little background on this before proceeding. The night before I was very ill. When I retired for the evening, I had already put it in my mind that I was not going to wake early for this practice. I went to bed without setting the alarm. At 3:00 am exactly, I woke up to the vision of Dr. Pillai in my room at the foot of my bed telling me that it was time to wake and continue with this practice. …what a wonderful way to wake up! …and in addition to this blessed wake-up call; I felt 100% better…as if I were not ill the night before.

I am very open to see what other experiences are revealed during the next 27 days…and beyond – not only during the hours of the practice – but how the practice is integrated in my actions and thoughts – embracing what may be presented to me next.

~ Anandhi
Chennai, India