Sri Brahmrishi Siddhguru Gurudev addressed New Yorkers at an exclusive event presented by filmmaker Neha Lohia and A Lotus In The Mud.
By Parveen Chopra
Founding editor, The South Asian Times
Founder, ALotusInTheMud.com
New York: Conscious filmmaker Neha Lohia hosted an extraordinary gathering in New York with co-host ALotusInTheMud.com where invited guests had the unique opportunity to receive blessings individually from Sri Brahmrishi Siddhguru Gurudev.
Cautioning that modern life is depleting our soul energy in many ways, the guru encouraged the elite gathering at the Marriott Marquis on July 18 to follow and pursue all that strengthens soul energy.
Siddhguru provoked laughter when he said the lucky people in the room should thank their friend, Neha Lohia, for treating them to a ‘Divine Party’, instead of a wine party.
Siddhguru is renowned for his profound knowledge of Vedic sciences. He reached the pinnacle of pure consciousness and spiritual powers, which, his followers say, he directs to heal all beings at the soul level.
The saffron-clad guru adroitly addressed the predominantly English-speaking audience in his uniquely innocent yet power-packed style.
“We have advanced and created a lot of technology to be fit externally, but our souls are depleting. We need to strengthen our souls with active practice and utmost urgency,” the Siddhguru emphasized.
During his interactive discourse, Siddhguru addressed the growing rate of depression in affluent communities and emphasized the importance of increasing faith among those striving for conscious change. He gave all in the room a shot of self-confidence and self-esteem when he said, “Each one of you is unique—a Masterpiece.”
Siddhguru blessing Equinox founder Lavinia Errico and Kunal Sood as they are introduced by Neha Lohia.
Notable dignitaries, doctors, scientists, artists, healers, and light workers benefiting from the guru’s grace included Dr. Aleta St. James, Dr. Anna Yusim, Jodi Weiss, fashion designers Prashant Goyal and Jim Su, HBO fame actor Alex Garfin, Emmy-nominated filmmaker Tirlok Malik, Equinox founder Lavinia Errico, CEO Kunal Sood, and Dr Sumul Raval from AAPI World Health Congress, which was inaugurated the same morning by Siddhguru at Marriott Marquis.
The gracious guru led the attendees in chanting ancient and powerful mantras for health, abundance, and wish fulfillment. Each guest received personal blessings, including precious gems and rare gifts, propelling them further towards their goals.
The evening also featured a glimpse of the Siddhasana practice that Siddhguru has developed as a holistic practice to empower all who come in contact with him and supercharge their good agendas. Shilpa Shyamsukha Mehta, one of his trained facilitators, deftly conducted the Siddhasana session.
Attendees got a glimpse of Siddhasana developed by Siddhguru, which he says can supercharge people’s good agendas.
Neha Lohia, who is making a documentary on Siddhguru, received a big shout-out from him for organizing the ‘Divine party’
Siddhguru blessed Lotus editor Parveen Chopra and his wife, Renu
Emmy award-nominated Tirlok Malik is blessed by Siddhguru
Neha Lohia, dedicated to creating meaningful and transformative media, added that this crucial message would be explored further in her upcoming documentary, 'Siddhi,' which has Siddhguru sharing deep and unspoken truths from sacred texts publicly for the first time.
Siddhguru’s homilies, such as seeing FAILure as 'First Attempt in Learning' and the mantra 'Know Faith, No Fear', resonated deeply, leaving a lasting impression on all present.
Some devotees whose lives have been transformed by following the guru’s practices were present in support of the event. They included Ashok Sancheti, Sharada and Chandra Bhansali, and Rajesh Choradia.
The energy in the room was palpable and new followers alike were deeply moved by the Siddhguru’s grace, blessings, and profound teachings.
“He is enlightened, and I am so fortunate that I followed my intuition and came to this event,” said Aleta St. James, who empowers millions of American women with her life-shifting healing modalities.
“This truly was a rare and special gathering,” said another attendee, reflecting on the unique blend of wisdom and divine energy that permeated the event.
Siddhguru with (from left) Neha Lohia, long-term devotees Ashok Sancheti and Chandra Bhansali, Parveen Chopra, photographer Rob Klein, and AAPI’s Dr Sumul Raval.
In the run-up to Guru Purnima (July 21), the guru blessed all present and especially showered his abundant love on the hosts, inspiring them to keep walking the path of dharma and creating more opportunities for the sangha, the community of conscious friends who come together to share how to elevate world consciousness.
On a visit to the US from Tirupati in India, where his ashram is, Siddhguru had earlier led programs in the tristate area and other parts of the country.
For more information about Siddhguru and the Siddhasana practice or about the upcoming documentary ‘Siddhi’, please contact Neha Lohia at [email protected].
(All Photograph by Rob Klein and Christine Mendes, courtesy Neha Lohia)
