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Dear Friends,

This week, noteworthy change-makers from more than a dozen countries are gathering at the Gandhi Ashram in India to collectively hold deep questions at the intersection of social change and inner transformation. Some of them are prominent leaders whose work has impacted billions, while some are invisible ladders whose "deepcast" efforts are vividly felt by the world -- and all of whom find themselves exploring different social operating systems in response to today's poly-crises.

On Jan 17th and 18th, you are invited to join virtually, live from the Gandhi Ashram: RSVP For 'Stories of Soul Force' Evening

With stories from luminaries, songs by soulful artists, and performances by children at the Gandhi Ashram, we hope to do our bit to elevate the collective field for the planet -- and would love for you to share your blessings as well.

Some of this year's retreat participants include ... the CEO who mainstreamed impact investing; an elected UK politician visiting his Indian roots after 4 generations; a farmer who has popularized permaculture in Vietnam; a Kashmiri educator of orphaned girls who has withstood 19 assassination attempts with 'witnessing' as his only defense; a teen housecleaner who grew into one of Forbes' 50 Greatest World Leaders; a goose-bump inducing European singer who left a career with Celine Dion to chant for the world; an African shaman dispelling gang violence in Los Angeles; a Japanese entrepreneur running a 100-year-fund but contemplating 10 thousand year ripples; a visionary leader of Harvard's Osher center for integrative medicine; philanthropists who have signed Gates's Giving Pledge but are now reflecting on multiple forms of wealth; a monk from Uganda whose humble mobile tent blossomed into a flourishing school; multiple bestselling authors, one of whom Oprah frequently credits with changing her life; cutting-edge researchers exploring the intersection mind, body and brain; globally renowned spiritual elders; and many more leaders and ladders from Kenya to Germany to Hong Kong to Italy ... more than a dozen countries.

To join us virtually: RSVP For 'Stories of Soul Force' Evening

Vinoba Bhave, Gandhi's successor in India, shared an almost prophetic quote many decades ago:

"To progress, society doesn't need 'leaders' anymore. This doesn't mean that we won't have great people amidst us. I think great people will come and they will be vital for the progress of humanity, but they will be so great that they will refuse to take up this position of leadership. [...] When we will all see our role in society as stewards, we will all light up the sky together like countless stars on a dark night. Don't think of society as the sky on a full moon night. The moon's harsh light blinds us to the true and humble work of the stars. But on a moonless night, the true servants of emergence shine forth, as though they are connected invisibly in this vast and infinite cosmos."

Thank you, all, for being servants of emergence.

 

 

 

P.S. FEW GLOBAL TIDBITS ...

Over the last few months, in-person ripples have amped up around the globe, with dozens of events, circles and retreats across continents ...

... heartfelt moments with Vietnam love warriors immersed in a rural village community in India!

... a touching impromptu dialogue with life-long activist and mystic, James O'Dea, on dancing with Parkinsons: My Conversation with God (when I couldn't move for 16 hours).

...Kotaro and Miyagi-san completed their largest KUNI pilgrimage last month, leading 140 changemakers and youth (photos), while in Austrian Alps, Martin and dozens of anchors supported a 300-person dialogue from well-doing with well-being (photos).

... beloved storyteller Brian Conroy's recent rendition: Big Joe and the Phantom 309.

... as a remote volunteer, Ari's trying out a new skill -- AI music. :) Here's his first music video offering for Gandhi 3.0: Where New Seeds Sow

... over last three weeks alone, India has been home to 8 retreats -- from business to educators to AI to heart intelligence -- and loads of local events and circles across 9 cities. Below are some smiles from our Laddership Retreat:




 

 

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