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Chaya_Kamath

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Review for Shree Maharishi Bhrigu Ashram, Trabuco Canyon, CA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I found Maharishi Bhrigu ashram as an answer to my prayer. After reading the book “Autobiography of a yogi”, I yearned for spiritual guidance and to get into the path of kriya yoga meditation. Through god’s grace (Guru Kripa) I got information about Bhrigu ashram and Guruji.

When I went in there first time I didn’t know what to expect. Guruji was giving satsang. I was gripped by the warmth and peace the place exuded. I felt drawn towards satsang/ashram and kept going back there again and again. It has been 4 years and each time there is always something to learn from Guruji and Guruma. Ashram provides wholesome spiritual environment to the whole family through daily satsang’s, aarti, vedic chantings, nightly prayers and more. All these are also available free via conference call for people who cannot make it. Guruji and Guruma always teach us by example on how one can fulfill worldly duties and yet strive for spiritual progress. They practice what they preach. I have always seen them maintain neutrality of mind through all the ups and downs. All of us living close to the ashram and/or associated with ashram are witness to this. I live close to the ashram, I could not have asked for a better environment for my family.

All astrological predictions made by Guruji over a period of time for our family are accurate. Guruji recommended some stones for me. The effects of wearing the stone were subtle. At the time I was looking for a job, I got my first break through Bhriguji’s grace. Guruji has guided me several times during job switches and otherwise. The timings and some of the things that Guruji had predicted regarding the specifications of the job were accurate. My life has completely transformed for the better from the time I met Guruji and Guruma.
Guruji gives satsangs on various Vedic scriptures (Gita, Holybible, Ramacharaita manas, Yoga Vashisht etc) and more. Each time there is something new to learn. Satsangs are very profound and the teachings from Guruji and Guruma are very practical for people living in a family life. After each satsang there is a sense of peace and something to contemplate on.

Every Sunday morning there is a Bhrigu Divine Jeeva Naadi reading. This is a group reading open to all. Maharishi Bhrigu speaks through Guruji. Around January 2014 it had come in the Bhrigu vaani that there will be some major change in our lives. At the time I had no idea. 3 months later I was expecting my second one. I had few health issues/complications throughout pregnancy. I kept getting assurance through Bhrigu vaani that all will go well and per Bhrigu vaani everything went smooth inspite of all the complications. When I was still a month way from due date Maharishi Bhrigu gave the name for my daughter through Bhrigu vaani. A week later she was born (3 weeks earlier than expected). Per Bhrigu reading we named her “Ramaa”. Bhriguji has guided us several times through these divine readings. The accuracy and timing of the reading is mind boggling. It is hard to put those readings in words. One has to experience it themselves. The reading can be for an individual, group or generic. The peace and divine energy during the reading is indescribable.

I have also been blessed to meet pujya Babaji in Haridwar, India through Guruji and Guruma many times in the last few years. In all those meetings the love and respect they have for each other stands out. Babaji herself has acknowledged the presence of Maharishi bhrigu in Guruji & Mata Khyati in Guru Ma and has taught the devotees the way to welcome (avahan) bhriguji through example. The divine hand of Babaji on Guruji and Guruma is very much evident during these trips.

Ashram holds annual retreat and mini retreats throughout the year. Guruji and Guruma try to give spiritual boost to all the devotees/disciples through these retreats. These retreats include morning meditation, satsang’s throughout the day, Q and A sessions and awesome food prepared by Guruma. These retreats are for the whole family. Kids thoroughly enjoy playing at the retreat with various activities (Easter egg hunt, treasure hunt, music etc.) planned for them by Guruma.

Guruji and Guruma have always constantly guided, motivated and supported me. They have corrected me when I am wrong. Guruma has taken care of me like a mother throughout my pregnancy and post-delivery. She was always available and answered patiently any silly queries that I had. She would always cook fresh food and send it to me every day throughout my recovery period inspite of her own health issues. I cannot thank them enough for everything they have done for me.

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