Omm Namo Bhagavate
2026 New Year Message
A Heartfelt Appeal
Omm Namo Bhagavate
Blessed Souls,
The editor of the Satyachetana English journal, Mr. Shandilya Kamal Ji, today issued a heartfelt appeal to please share your experiences on the spiritual path, by writing about them.
Shown above expressing this appeal at the Satyachetana offices in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Shandilya Kamal Ji emphasized that many seekers, today and in the future, will benefit from reading first-hand accounts of striving yogis like you. For example, what was your inspiration, what was your sadhana practice, what were the challenges you faced, how have you changed, what kept you on the path despite difficulties, and what is the most rewarding aspect of the spiritual path? These are just examples; feel free to let the sharing flow in any way.
Of all the sections in the journal, the Personal Experience category is most in need of contributions. Write to the Contact page to receive the email address for submissions, or to connect with Shandilya Kamal Ji. (The address is not publicly listed here, in order to reduce spam.)
And to see the inaugural issue coming in January 2026, send a note to the Contact page.
“Let Your Life Be Your Scripture.”
Omm Namo Bhagavate
On 6 November, the editorial board of the Satyachetana Odia Journal appointed Mr. Shandilya Kamal Ji as the editor of the forthcoming English edition.
He invites the entire Satyachetana community to contribute to this new monthly publication scheduled to launch in January 2026. The title of this post is a quotation from Swamiji—and now is your opportunity to share your life’s scripture with fellow seekers through writing, photos and art.
To receive the full list of content ideas for the English journal, or to submit materials, write to the Contact page. Here’s a short sample to inspire the creative flow:
- Core Teachings and Spiritual Principles
- Ancient Wisdom in a Modern Context
- Personal Testimonies and First-Person Accounts
- Guidance on Practices
- Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
- Creative Corner: A space for readers to share their spiritually-inspired poetry, art, or photography.
“I am sound in ether…”
Omm Namo Bhagavate
The new studio at Ganeshpuri vastly expands all production capacities.
The title of this post refers to a related verse in Gita; can you find it?
Satyachetana Movement is presently finishing the construction of a professional broadcast and recording studio at the Ganeshpuri campus in Tiruvannamalai. This sacred space will provide a soundproof, well-lit environment to ensure flawless audio and video production of Swamiji’s interactions and other projects. The studio will be used for worldwide programs like the Srimad Bhagavata Katha series and many other spiritual offerings, including classes for the Jnana Ganga Mission, Satyachetana’s new spiritual education initiative.
Contributions are invited to help cover the costs of equipment, staffing and maintenance of the studio. The University of Spiritual Research (USR) is handling this aspect of the project:
- Contributions by credit card and PayPal may be sent to USR here.
- Within the US, checks can also be sent to USR by post.
- To contribute within India, contact Tulsi via this page.
“I am light in the sun and the moon” and the studio…
Opening the Floodgates
Omm Namo Bhagavate
On 12 August at Satyachetana Sikhyashram in Balanga, Odisha, Swamiji and a team of 18 launched the “Jnana Ganga” mission. This is an outreach program on behalf of Satyachetana International, to deliver in-person spiritual education to 300 schools in the state, with the purpose of elevating the overall consciousness by providing students with specific spiritual tools to help them thrive in whatever material challenges they may face.
Swamiji invited all the team members to interact with the students on this momentous day. Here is an excerpt from the sharing of SCI board member Vishnupriya.
Guru Purnima 2025
Jai Sri Gurudev
Guru Purnima this year is 10 July. On this sacred full moon day when we express reverence for the force of the Guru that manifests through the form, that form addressed devotees and admirers around the world via the following Zoom call.
Ratha Yatra 2025
Omm Namo Bhagavate
On 27 June, in sync with the tradition of Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, the deities from the Jagannath Temple at Satyachetana Ashram underwent a ratha yatra, or chariot procession, to the campus of the Veda Vidya Gurukulam.
The Shortcut
Omm Namo Bhagavate
18 June 2025
Envelope of birthday card hand-painted for Swamiji by 13-year-old Aditi,
daughter of Satyachetana Life Members Ajaya and Purnasmita
“One who has no sense of physical existence, you all were celebrating his birthday. It was very, very odd for me.” Swamiji explained this as part of the reason for designating 18 June as the annual celebration of Ashram Foundation Day, instead of a celebration of his birthday.
The following was recorded at Satyachetana Ashram after Guru Puja on the morning of 18 June, with preparations for Ashram Foundation Day fully underway in the background.
Other quotations from this talk that were considered as titles for this post: “If you can just keep this in mind” and “Please don’t get identified with who you are.” Just sharing these for inspiration.