Sadhaka Tejadevanatha reports:
Day four morning was spent at the Kuil Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Klang, where Yoginathaswami gave the first “Path to Siva Workshop” for 90 youth aged 16 to 22. He discussed Karma, Reincarnation, the three perfections of Siva, the three worlds, the mind, and the importance of Ahimsa. A key practice shared was Vasana Daha Tantra. Three videos were viewed about the monastery/monastic life, and one short video highlighted the Spiritual Workout app. The workshop concluded with a focus on daily sadhana.
After our Path to Siva workshop, we drove for about 1.5 hours and ended up at the peaceful Carpe Diem Orchard House in Serendah for our Dharma Camp event. We had about 30 younger church sishyas join us for this half-day, one-night, and then another half-day event.
Swami led some inspiring Q&A sessions, highlighting the teachings and tools Gurudeva and Bodhinatha have given us to tackle even the most difficult of challenges. We discussed the intended goals of the Path to Siva workshops.
The retreat center itself was amazing, tucked away in beautiful wooded hills. It was relaxing and uplifting for everyone. Swami did a Siva Puja on the second day, explaining some of the deeper meanings behind it. He stressed how important daily home puja and consistent daily sadhana are.