Calm amidst chaos An evening in bliss with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar - Varna

BLISS AMIDST CHAOS

An Enlightening Evening with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Plovdiv – August 2 | Ancient Theatre
Sofia – August 3 | National Palace of Culture, Hall 1
Varna – August 4 | Festival and Congress Centre, Hall 1 and Hall 2
Pavel banya – August 5 | Newly build Hall next to the Stadium

An Inspiring Evening of Meditation and Wisdom

For inner peace.
For better health.
For true happiness.

Join a unique evening of wisdom and guided meditation led by the internationally renowned spiritual teacher, peace ambassador, and founder of The Art of Living Foundation – Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• Practical wisdom for inner peace and emotional resilience

• Guided meditation suitable for everyone

• Q&A session with Gurudev

• Simultaneous translation into Bulgarian

• Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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ABOUT THE EVENT

In a world overwhelmed by anxiety, economic challenges, and social tension, this event offers a sanctuary for inner peace.

A Unifying Experience:

Thousands will meditate together, creating a powerful sense of community, support, and connection.

Stress Relief:

Gurudev’s meditation practice has been shown to reduce cortisol (the stress hormone), improve sleep, and increase focus.

Global Impact:

When large groups meditate together, the collective energy shifts—conflicts decrease, compassion grows. Bulgaria can be a beacon of peace and harmony.

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BENEFITS OF MEDITATION

Mental Clarity and Focus:
Regular meditation improves concentration and helps manage daily stress, leading to better performance, less anxiety, and greater efficiency.

Emotional Resilience:
Meditation teaches us to observe our emotions without being overwhelmed by them, leading to greater stability and inner calm.

Joy in the Little Things:
A balanced mind brings deeper meaning to life—whether it's a walk, a laugh, or a creative moment, everything feels richer and more authentic.

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A CAUSE FOR GOOD

All proceeds support the social projects of The Art of Living Foundation in Bulgaria and around the world:

• Anti-bullying and emotional resilience programs in schools

• Mental health support initiatives

• Outreach to vulnerable communities

Bulgaria meditates. Be a part of this experience.

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WHO IS GURUDEV SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR?

• A global peace ambassador who played a key role in ending the 52-year war between FARC and the Colombian government

• A peace negotiator who inspired thousands of extremists to lay down arms and adopt peaceful methods

• Multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominee

• Founder of The Art of Living, one of the world’s largest volunteer-based NGOs, impacting over 850 million people in 182 countries

• Enlightened teacher who led the world’s largest group meditation, recognized by the Guinness World Records

• Recipient of over 25 honorary doctorates from leading global universities

• Speaker at the United Nations, European Parliament, and international peace forums

• Mediator in resolving the 500-year Ayodhya conflict between Hindus and Muslims in India

• Honored with top civilian awards from 57 nations

• Creator of Sudarshan Kriya, a powerful breathing technique scientifically proven in 100+ studies to benefit both mental and physical health

• Advocate of “Unity in Diversity” and founder of the World Culture Festival, where Bulgaria once showcased its folk dance with 2,000 dancers on the Olympic Stadium in Berlin

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HIS GLOBAL IMPACT IN NUMBERS:

• First World Culture Festival drew 2.5 million people in Bangalore; the third attracted 3.75 million in Delhi

• The fourth festival, held in Washington D.C., brought together over 1 million people – all events had zero reported crime

• In 2012, Bulgaria set a Guinness Record when 333 bagpipe players performed together at Gurudev’s visit

• Over 1,200 free schools founded by Gurudev now educate 100,000+ children from underprivileged communities

• More than 1 million inmates have undergone his prison rehabilitation programs

• Developed 57 specialized programs for self-development across all sectors – from children and students to corporations

• Key peace negotiator in Kosovo, Iraq, Colombia, and other conflict zones

• Knew by heart the Bhagavad Gita at just 4 years old

• Believer in the ancient Indian philosophy: "The whole world is one family"

• Over 200 trained instructors in Bulgaria lead programs in 60 cities, with over 200,000 participants in the last 25 years

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2025: A YEAR OF CELEBRATION

This year marks the 45th anniversary of The Art of Living, and Gurudev's 70th birthday.

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SUPPORT FOR VETERANS:

After the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, U.S. military veterans have benefited from Gurudev’s trauma relief programs.
94% report experiencing peace of mind and reduced stress, depression, and aggression.

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ECOLOGICAL INITIATIVES:

Revived over 80 dried-up rivers in India using advanced satellite-aided geodrainage techniques.

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INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE:

Organizer of over 25 conferences fostering intercultural and interfaith trust, promoting human values worldwide.

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