The Inevitability of

Finding Oneness


On-demand Retreat

1.5 DAYS  ●  8 HOURS  ●  SELF-PACED

Explore Amma’s teachings during this special 1.5-day retreat. Strengthen your spiritual practices and recharge your batteries through devotional singing, satsangs, yoga & panel discussions. Walk away feeling refreshed and more connected to true oneness.

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RETREAT REFLECTING ON
TRUE ONENESS

  • Led by Amma's Most Senior Disciple

    Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri leads an inspiring 1.5-day retreat. Originally conducted live through MA Center, take advantage of this special opportunity to join on-demand through Amrita Virtual Academy.

  • Joined by Other Senior Disciples

    Swami Turyamritananda Puri, Swamini Krishnamrita Prana, Swami Dayamrita Puri, Swamini Ambikamrita Prana and others also conduct sessions.

  • Schedule (Self-Paced)

    Take in the comfort of your home in 1.5 days or self-paced at your convenience. Replay and enjoy the videos as often as you like. Support your daily practices at home!

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  • Guided Practices & More

    The retreat includes archana, a heartfelt paduka puja with Vedic chanting, devotional singing, satsang, panel discussions, Amrita Yoga, a special session with Amritapuri dogs and more!

  • Inspiring Evening Sessions

    The first evening culminates with an evening program led by Swamiji. Listen to his deeply devotional bhajan singing and enjoy the captivating music.

  • A Timeless Gem

    This retreat originally streamed live November 25-27, 2022 and is now available on-demand. Cherish this evergreen program thoughtfully put together by Amma's disciples.

Highlights: The Inevitability of Finding Oneness

The Mother Who Influenced the Mother of All

⏱️ 82 min | Amma says that for her, everything is her Guru. Everything is here to teach her. But if she were to choose one embodiment, it would be Damayanthiamma, Amma’s birth mother.

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Story of a Dedicated Soul

⏱️ 62 min | Ron Gottsegen was a good example of Amma’s teaching of selflessness. Instrumental in the establishment of Amma’s centers in North America, and Amrita Hospital, Kochi, Ronji lived a life of service and profound love for Amma.

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Amma and Nature: The Amritapuri Dogs

⏱️ 57 min | Amma’s love of plants and animals can teach us so much about living in harmony with Nature. Join a special session about Tumban, Bhakti, and Shakti—the Amritapuri dogs—and their special connection with Amma.

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Suggested Schedule

Follow at home to recreate an on-demand retreat experience. You may also follow the retreat self-paced any way you like.

Suggested timings are in your own local time zone (follow on-demand)
Day 1 Morning Session 9:30am – 12pm
Welcome Address Sw. Amritaswarupananda Puri
Amrita Yoga Swi. Ambikamrita Prana & Valsala
Tea  Break
The Mother Who Influenced the Mother of All Discussion with Sw. Turiyamritananda Puri & Sw. Amritaswarupananda Puri
Lunch 
 Break
Day 1 Evening Session 5 – 8 pm
Story of a Dedicated Soul Swami Dayamritananda Puri leads a discussion reflecting on Ron Gottsegen's inspiring life accomplishments
New Hampshire Retreat Special never before seen footage of Amma's second East Coast retreat in North America, 1990
Bhajans Sw. Amritaswarupananda Puri
Dinner Break
Day 2 Morning Session 9am – 12pm
Archana Sw. Dayamritananda Puri
Tea
 Break
Participatory Gurupaduka Puja Sw. Dayamritananda Puri
Amma and Nature: The Amritapuri Dogs Learn about Tumban, Bhakti and Shakti's special connection with Amma
Lunch
 Break

This retreat is part of the AVA Membership!

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Sign-up Process

  • Create an Account

    Create an account with Amrita Virtual Academy. It is free to do so. Afterwards, you can enroll in our AVA Membership using your Amrita Virtual Academy log-in ID.

  • Securely Check-out

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

  • Check Your Email

    Check your e-mail for a welcome letter and sign in to your Amrita Virtual Academy account.

  • Visit Your Student Dashboard

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

  • Gather Materials Needed

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

  • Enjoy Your Retreat!

    Enjoy this program and these guided practices. Stream anytime from computer, mobile or tablet without limit. The timing is flexible and self-paced.

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