“The sun shines down, and its image reflects in a thousand different pots filled with water. The reflections are many, but they are each reflecting the same sun. Similarly, when we come to know who we truly are, we will see ourselves in all people.”

- Amma (Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi)



CONNECT WITH NATURE

AND THE EFFULGENCE WITHIN

  • Led by Amma's Disciples

    Guided reflection on Mother Nature, led by Amma's disciples. Enjoy in the comfort of your home in a single day, or view throughout the month at your convenience. Replay, and enjoy the practices as often as you like.

  • Guided Practices

    Guided meditations, Earth restorative practices, self-reflection, yoga, sacred Bee Archana and more. Support your spiritual practices at home!

  • Special Talks & Discussion Panels

    Watch inspiring satsangs (spiritual talks) with Amma's disciples. Enjoy an invigorating discussion panel —"Simple Transformations: Going Green with Our Waste" on upcycling, recycling and more with the Amrita Waste Management team.

  • Satsang with Q&A

    Br. Mitramrita Chaitanya offers a special satsang and Q&A session. Hear students get their doubts cleared.

  • Something for Everyone

    View the schedule to see all the different opportunities in this retreat. View schedule here.

Sessions Guided By...

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Swami Amritageetananda Puri

Main Satsang: Guru - The Sun Within

Swamini Niranjanamrita Prana

Lamp Lighting - Opening and Closing Prayers
Opening Satsang: The Heart of Earth Day

Brahmachari Rishi Chaitanya

Guided Nature Meditation along the Amritapuri Backwaters

Brahmachari Mitramrita Chaitanya

Satsang with Q&A Session

Purnima and Hugo Ticciati

Sacred Bee Archana with Musical Accompaniment

Seetala

Harnessing the Power of the Sun through Photosynthesis

Pranada

Yoga - Connecting to the Inner and Outer Sun

Bhavani, Mahita, Meenamba, Nadasri, Tom

Panel Discussion - Simple Transformations: Going Green with Our Waste

Connect to Amma’s teachings under the guidance of her disciples!

Joined by Amrita Virtual Academy instructors and a panel of special guests.

Suggested Retreat Schedule

This retreat is designed as a one-day, on-demand retreat. Take half of the sessions before lunch and half afterwards.

You can also enjoy the sessions self-paced in your own way.

Suggested timings are in your local time.

Retreat Orientation

Everything You Need to Get Started
Self-paced (take in advance)

Lamp Lighting & Opening Satsang

The Heart of Earth Day
Swamini Niranjanamrita Prana
9:00 AM

Guided Nature Meditation

Along the Amritapuri Backwaters
Br. Rishi Chaitanya
9:40 AM

Yoga

Connecting to the Inner and Outer Sun
Pranada
10:15 AM

Break

Refresh
11:15 AM

Amritapuri Sunrise

Meditation
11:30 AM

Sacred Bee Archana

Purnima with Musical Guest: Hugo Ticciati
Concludes with Guided Meditation
12:00 PM

Break

Lunch
12:45 PM

Main Satsang: Guru - The Sun Within

Swami Amritageetananda Puri
3:00 PM

Simple Transformations: Going Green with Our Waste

Panel Discussion - Bhavani, Mahita, Meenamba, Nadasri, Tom
3:45 PM

Break

Tea
4:45 PM

Photosynthesis - Harnessing the Power of the Sun

Seetala
5:00 PM

Satsang, Q&A and Closing Ceremony

Br. Mitramrita Chaitanya
6:00 PM


Enrollment Process

  • Create an Account

    Create a free account with Amrita Virtual Academy. Afterwards, you can enroll in any of our programs using your Amrita Virtual Academy log-in ID.

  • Secure Check-out

    Enroll using our secure, encrypted payment system. We support most international credit cards through Stripe. Prices are in USD.

  • After Enrollment

    Check your e-mail for a welcome letter and sign in to your Amrita Virtual Academy account. Stay tuned for additional emails as the retreat comes nearer.

  • Visit Your Student Dashboard

    All retreat content is hosted on the Amrita Virtual Academy e-learning platform. Simply visit your Student Dashboard.

  • Materials Needed

    • Reliable internet access
    • Asana or comfortable, firm chair
    • Sacred space for practice
    • Notebook and pen

  • Enjoy Your Retreat!

    Stream anytime from computer, mobile or tablet without limit. The timing is flexible and self-paced.

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