Clarity of Vision
Siddha Yogis Share Their Experiences of Gratitude
When I first learned that I will eventually go blind due to a hereditary condition, I was totally distraught. Now, although not wanting this to happen, I realize that Gurumayi has blessed me with inner “clarity of vision” and peace whenever I turn inward.
And, for me, that is truly seeing—seeing with my heart.
Victoria, Canada
I have a friend who is vision-impaired. He is a professional photographer and, after losing most of his vision a decade ago, he is still able do some of his craft. He is a Siddha Yogi and I greatly admire his fortitude, despite this enormous challenge.
Observing this has made me immensely grateful for my own good vision; how easy it is to take this—and other senses and abilities we have—for granted! I also realize that, owing to the Guru’s grace, we can all have the fortitude to continue on—with courage—in the face of life’s challenges.
I am ever grateful for this path and the Guru in my life!
New Mexico, United States
Mumbai, India
There were around eight hundred patients receiving free cataract surgery, some of them blind for more than a decade. I saw them pass by the pharmacy, led in wheelchairs, before and after surgery. I will never forget their faces after the surgery. They were lit up with happiness, smiling widely, their heartfelt gratitude palpable. They could see!
Witnessing these precious moments, I felt immense love and gratitude to Gurumayi and to PRASAD for the eye camp.
Pune, India
After the patients had left the camp, a ceremony was held in one of the halls for all those who had offered seva for the eye camp. When I walked out of the bright sunlight and into the dark hall, I could see literally nothing. An usher took me by the arm and led me to a seat.
In that moment I started to cry. It was only at that moment that I felt and “saw” the true gift that Gurumayi had given to all those who had had the surgery—the return of their eyesight for them, and for me, a deeper understanding of what it meant to truly see with the heart.
Vermont, United States
As I was contemplating this story, my eyes rested on the last image—the amethyst rock with the word “Gratitude” engraved on it. Looking at it, I noticed the purple and violet rays emanating from this stone. A light bulb went off in my head as I remembered that violet light is the highest-frequency color the human eye can see. I thought, “How perfect it is to represent gratitude!” It has been my experience that gratitude gives me a new “clarity of vision” so that I can see things from the highest perspective. Gratitude indeed gives me new eyes, like the girl in this wonderful story.
Vancouver, Canada
Since then I have realized the tremendous grace in “seeing clearly.” A few months ago I had a dream in which my ex-husband came to me. We sat down together on my patio and apologized to each other. We’d been divorced more than twenty years. It was so real that the next morning when I went out to my patio, the energy was still there.
The path that we are following is full of so much grace. I am so thankful to the Siddhas for guiding me and my family through this time.
California, United States
When the white bandages were removed from their eyes after the surgery, it was always so moving when they could see their grandchildren and other relatives once again. I cried every night in my bed out of love and gratitude. I felt that Gurumayi had established these eye camps not only to support the patients but also to enable my heart to open. I came to this seva in order to give, but I never can give back the priceless gifts I received. I am so grateful to my Sadguru!
Palzing, Germany
St. Laurent, Canada
As I observed the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, where all the elements appeared in perfect, peaceful harmony, a feeling of gratitude arose in me for being able to witness this gorgeous scene. In just that moment, the water, the sun, the wind, the moon, and the beach sand all appeared to me in greater clarity.
I concluded that, by Guru’s grace, gratitude bestows “clarity of vision”.
Florida, United States
I was impressed by the brevity of this story. The points were clear—the girl’s loss of hope, her mother’s faith, the kindness in the offering of the doctor’s time and skill, the girl’s overwhelming joy and gratitude, and the power of Gurumayi’s grace.
Having read the story, I am now sitting in my bedroom, where everything looks crystal clear and vivid. In addition, my breathing has deepened, my body feels stronger, and I have a better sense of the whole.
I am grateful for this beautiful story, and for being reminded of the gift of sight and the profound power of gratitude.
Melbourne, Australia