True Shelter
- Arya S. Poduval
(Student)
Dubai.
Hari Aum!
The first time I saw maaji was during one of her discourses
in SNG hall. My father and I went together after he was informed
about this event. None of us were too keen on attending this
session, but decided this might be different and a good learning experience .
Little did we know that there were many more to come and we would willingly
attend and enjoy all of them. Albait, it was initially very difficult for me to focus
because I didn't like sitting for long hours and I of course didn't understand
much of what was said. Almost every word said went over my head.
But Philosophy and Psychology being subjects I find quite interesting , I started
to slowly appreciate the meaning and essence of the words spoken .
The first time I spoke to maaji , it felt like there was an immediate connection
made and it was suddenly as though I could talk for hours about anything.
The aura she gives out is so pure and calming, it's effect immediately makes
us all feel at home. It's the cliche lighting up of the room and warmth in the heart
feeling we can never get tired of. Then, during one of her recent visits, she took
temporary residence in our home.
It was such a blessing to have her with us.
It felt like a completely different atmosphere was created at home, filled with
brightness and positivity. We got the chance to personally spend time with her
and connect on a deeper level. I could really just go on and on about these
blissful experiences but in short, it was such a wonderful and pleasurable
time for all of us and now, I know that apart from my parents, I will always have
one more person I can trust with my heart.