Notes 20 July

 *Chivasangh Observance on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Mouna Mantapa*

The Chivasangh session held on Sunday, July 20, 2025, commenced at 9:30 AM with Guru Vandana, Nirvana Shatakam, and the chanting of the sacred Panchashakri Mantra, followed by a period of silentation.

After silentation, our beloved Master entered the Mouna Mantapa, where all the abhyasis reverently offered their namaskars in deep devotion.

A moment of celebration followed, as Abhyasis  marked their birthday by honoring the Master with devotion and gratitude. 

The Master then delivered a discourse, offering insights into the following:

*Topic: Understanding the Connection Between Anda (Brahman) and Pinda (What Is Within You)*

1. *Stages of Spiritual Evolution*

In the vastness of space, countless galaxies exist, and among them is the Milky Way Galaxy, the galaxy we inhabit. Brahmam (galaxy) serves as the foundation for all creation and is so named because of its vastness (Brahmanda). Within this Brahmam lies the Earth, which is formed from the five elements, and human beings, who are also composed of these five elements, live here. Surrounding the Earth is a magnetic field that protects the planet and prevents things from escaping into space.

2. *Outside:*

1. Space/Chivam

2. Brahmam

3. Magnetic Field (from which the human mind/causal body is derived)

4. Earth and physical body

3. *Within our body:*

1. Physical body

2. Causal body/ Human mind

3. Brahmam

4. Chivam

4. Negative’ means accepting what happens outside.

5. The causal body is more reactive because it possesses negativity.

6. There is a point in Chivam that is you. But today, we are in the physical body.

7. How do we know that we are identified with the physical body? We know this when we are affected by others’ comments about our appearance or when we are overly concerned about our looks.

8. How do we know that we are staying in the mind (causal body)? We know this when we are affected by external things (things outside of us).

9. How do we know that we are staying in Brahmam? We know this when our reactions have reduced, our tolerance has improved, and we no longer worry about external things or our appearance.

10. We must maintain a healthy body and a healthy mind.

11. Physical body: It is completely negative because it is prone to diseases. We leave this body behind when we die. Causal body: It is both positive and negative. Brahmam: It is highly positive with very little negativity.

12. The mind is a container that holds fear, anxiety, sorrow, worries, and other negative qualities. When one becomes free from the mind, all these negativities fall away. Reactions cease, perception changes.

13. Good qualities are not mandatory, but one should be free from bad qualities.

14. No qualities can help one attain mukti. However, good qualities are not a hindrance, whereas bad qualities are.

15. As we move towards Brahmam, our perceptions shift in a positive way, and our bad qualities gradually diminish. This is the measure by which we can track our spiritual progress.

16. When you progress spiritually, you will no longer interfere in the work of others. You will give others freedom, as you will be free from unnecessary thoughts and suspicions. You will experience a bliss that comes from positivity.

17. A sadhu is someone who remains calm and does not react. God protects such individuals (‘paritranaya sadhunam’). We need to strive to become sadhus.

18. Patience is the condition of Chivam, as Chivam is always in nemmadhi. Chivam does not require tolerance because there is no reaction. Tolerance is the condition of Brahmam. (Tolerance is positive as far as reaction is concerned). and Intolerance/ reacting is the condition of a human being.

19. As one progresses, tolerance increases and suffering reduces.

20. One needs to keep transforming until one attains the condition of Chivam.

21. Spirituality is the process of becoming a spirit. The spirit is non-reactive, and it is called ‘nothing.’

22. We possess both positive and negative qualities within us. We must empower the positive side.

23. As we progress, we transform from negative to positive, which is reflected in a reduction of our reactiveness. Gradually, we move from reactiveness/ intolerance to tolerance, then from tolerance to patience, and finally to complete patience.

24. The mind has duality; it doesn’t allow us to make correct decisions because it contains likes, dislikes, feelings, emotions, and so on. We must rely on our intellect, which always tells the truth. Intellect is the Parabrahma.

25. One’s spiritual progress doesn’t depend on the number of years of practice, but on the craving and quest to practice and transform.

26. To track your progress, keep a daily journal. Record instances where you reacted and moments when you were tolerant. Periodically review your entries to assess your growth and improvements.

The Chivasangh concluded with Shanthivachana.

Thank you

With love,

Trustee

SSB Socio Spiritual Foundation (SSBSSF) 

NAMACHIVAAYAM🌙