Jai Gurudev!
I am Prajwal from Nepal, and I want to share with you the remarkable journey that led me to Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and the Art of Living.
My quest for spirituality began long ago, but without a Guru in my life, I struggled to find the path to enlightenment. Everything changed when I arrived in Australia as an International Student in February 2023. I had heard about the Art of Living and Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, and I felt drawn to explore further.
On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, I was invited by a relative who was already involved with Art of Living to attend a Satsang program. It was my first time going alone to a new place in Sydney, but I was warmly welcomed by my brother’s friend, who later became a close companion.
The Satsang was a transformative experience for me. Surrounded by devotees, immersed in the uplifting music and chanting, I felt a sense of joy and connection that I had never experienced before. Despite the challenges of living alone in a new city, this experience brought light into my life.
As time passed, I found myself struggling with depression and questioning my decision to move to Australia. However, I remembered the joy of Satsang and began seeking ways to calm my mind. Through YouTube, I discovered guided meditations by Gurudev and embarked on a 10-day meditation challenge.
Although I longed to learn Sudarshan Kriya, I couldn’t afford the course fees due to my financial situation. But in a divine twist of fate, my friend who had picked me up from the station arranged for me to enroll in a course with an Art of Living teacher, allowing me to pay in installments.
The three-day Happiness Program was a life-changing experience. I learned the Sudarshan Kriya and embraced a new perspective on faith and life. From that moment on, I incorporated Kriya and Satsang into my daily routine, finding solace and strength in Gurudev’s teachings.
Through Guru stories and my own experiences, I came to believe that Gurudev is always with us, guiding us through life’s challenges. Whenever I feel lost or overwhelmed, I surrender to Gurudev’s wisdom and find comfort in knowing that He is by my side, guiding me every step of the way.
With each passing day, month, and event, I continue to connect the dots of Gurudev’s master plan, feeling blessed to walk this path of light and love.
Jai Gurudev!
Prajwal Pokhrel
