As we chanted Om Gurudev in the Siddha Yoga Ashram in Mexico City, the atmosphere became more and more ecstatic, and the feeling inside me got stronger and stronger, so much so that my voice began to tremble.When meditation started, the feeling that had been building in the chant released into a heartfelt thankfulness for everything our Guru gives us. It was a beautiful experience!
 

Ciudad de México, Mexico

I love chanting. It is one of my favorite practices as it provides me with a joyful experience and helps me glide into meditation with ease. As I sat to read about Gurupurnima today, one of my little cats came to sit beside me. She’s normally of a grumpy temperament, but when I started chanting Om Gurudev she softened into a blissful state, purring and butting her head against my hand, as if saying “Keep chanting.” The sweetness of the chant filled me and my two little cats with joy.

 

Rotorua, New Zealand

As I listen to the melody of this sweet, powerful namsankirtana, my heart opens. The chant brings out the love in my heart for my Shri Gurudev, and I find myself relaxed in mind and body.
 
Then my love starts flowing automatically, and wherever I go I feel the shakti with me. I feel completely connected to my Sadguru, Shri Gurumayi ji, and I feel gratitude inside.
 

Udaipur, India