I love the artwork for “In the Presence of Time” for each new month. Every day I gaze at the image and savor the season: the golden evergreen foliage in January; the
bilva leaves and hearts in February; the water, colorful stones, and rainbow border in March; and now the blue sky and white tulips ushering us into April. I feel we are traversing time in the most auspicious way as we imbibe each new visual image and written teaching from Gurumayi.
California, United States
Through Gurumayi’s teachings “In the Presence of Time,” I see the boundaries that separate me, my life, and my time are gradually dissolving.
When I contemplate “What is the role of my time in my life?” I see that time is here to serve me, to serve the purpose of my life. Time unfolds my days and hours for me, patiently watching my journey, inspiring me constantly with new understanding, joyful meetings, and connectedness with my Guru.
I am patiently following “the dictates of time” when it offers me challenge after challenge, giving me a chance to overcome my limitations over and over again. Now I feel no difference, no struggle between my time, my life, and myself. We are in harmony; we are one.
Russian Federation
Today as I repeated “the mettle of time” while going into meditation, I noticed my spine straightening and a firmness and strength within my body. It felt like I was absorbing the qualities of mettle within the teaching. Optimism and lightness as well as a calm alertness filled my meditation. Each day as my mind and body interact with the teachings, I am absorbing these facets of time by practicing them, and I can see them guiding my actions.
North Carolina, United States
Through “In the Presence of Time” Gurumayi has taught me to see time as my own! In the past I’ve thought of time as something outside of me, not something I possess. Instead, it’s felt very distant—all about the universe, black holes, galaxies, and outer space.
Through Gurumayi’s daily teachings on time, however, I’ve come to look at time from a different perspective—as far more accessible. Now I experience time as mine, and as something to enjoy and engage with.
Hampton Hill, United Kingdom
Gurumayi’s teachings on time have given me pause—so that I am able to find time to contemplate time! Through her daily teachings, I feel that Gurumayi is inviting me to look at time through her eyes, to see and experience the array of time’s qualities—facets I have never considered before. I feel she is inviting me to explore the features of time from the highest perspective.
In the light of the daily teachings, I’m freshly discovering time as a trustworthy friend. I see time’s beauty, clarity, profundity, and more. This new intimacy with time supports me in my practice and assimilation of Gurumayi’s Message
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Rhode Island, United States
As I review the profound blessings that Gurumayi has bestowed on us with “In the Presence of Time”—sixty so far!—I see that my understanding of time has expanded, and, with it, my entire being has expanded.
The time that I invest in this study and contemplation is invaluable in leading me to the place of timelessness within, and it expands my ability to make every moment of each day as worthwhile as these priceless moments of study.
Oregon, United States
“The expansion of time” encapsulates my experience so far of studying and practicing Gurumayi’s teachings from “In the Presence of Time.” Since actively engaging with them, I have noticed that not only do I feel I have more time available during my days, but also time has gained a greater importance in my life.
My relationship with and understanding of time has expanded in ways I’d never imagined. My self-awareness has increased, too. For example, I’m much better able to notice when I’m rushing or when I’m holding my breath—and I can better make adjustments.
Coburg, Australia
When I spend time contemplating these teachings on time, letting them reverberate inside me, I find I am inspired about some facet and understand it more deeply; it comes alive for me.
Ripon, United Kingdom
I offer gratitude for all of the teachings on time that Gurumayi has lovingly imparted.
Before this, I only thought of time in relation to the clock and how much time I had in my day. Now though, I’ve become more vigilant about how I spend my time. This has enabled me to make changes in my thoughts, feelings, and actions. Each day, I reflect on the phrase that Gurumayi gives us. This practice has resulted in a complete shift in my perception of time. I’m now more productive and relaxed, rather than fretting and feeling hurried. Whenever I fall back into my previous pattern, this new awareness and focus helps me to remember the value of time and to offer it the respect that it deserves.
California, United States
It is a wonder to me that, most of the time, the teaching of the day from Shri Gurumayi connects to the happenings within my inner and outer worlds.
I also note that if I am able to make the mind my friend, in accordance with the Guru’s teachings, I can then make my time worthwhile. The Siddha Yoga practices and Shri Guru’s teachings are helping me to go deep within and understand my inner and outer experiences, leading me to experience the Self.
Udaipur, India