Posts by Taylor Campbell4

Dunn@ said:I'm guessing his point was this: they don't really have a grasp on Catholic doctrine—the actual teachings.

Maybe I can add something to the mix here. Reading through your post, my first thought was that he might be suggesting they lack an understanding of the original teachings—the core principles upon which the faith (as a religion) was actually built.

On second thought, that probably wasn't his intention, but hey, who knows?
It’s pretty obvious that all religions stem from the lessons taught by great figures. (Unless, of course, religion is just some specific pattern of electrical impulses in the brain, and Jesus, Buddha, Muhammad, and the rest are nothing more than myths or... well, figments of our imagination.)
And if I may be so bold as to caricature the situation—though it’s essentially how things work—people are human, flawed as we are. They take those teachings (which are often beautiful, good, and genuinely useful) and season them with their own immediate interests, eventually turning them into dogma or rigid doctrine. Now, we're left wrestling with that, since we're all more or less conditioned by it—some think for themselves more than others, some less, and some simply can't.

Hello everyone!
I wanted to let you know that, in addition to our sessions in Washington, D.C., we are now holding weekly transmission meditations in Cleveland, Otrovanac near Pitomaca, and even starting up a small group in Indianapolis—though that one is still in its early stages.

So, if you’re interested and happen to live near any of these areas, please reach out. Everyone is welcome.
INFO: check my signature and http://share-international.net/hrv/d...a/america.htm

This is an incredibly effective group meditation where the primary focus is on service. Because of that, you experience personal growth at an intensity that you just can't achieve through solo meditation. There aren't any lectures or teachers involved—it’s just serious, very practical work. It is quite simple and doesn't require any special prior knowledge or courses. Participation is free of charge.

PS: Just a heads-up that the location in Washington, D.C. has changed; we are no longer at 22 Preradović Street, but have moved to 20 Šubićeva Street. The group now meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6:00 PM.

Peter Flores67 said:I believe the method works, even though I’ve never actually tried it myself. Achieving a thoughtless state is incredibly difficult—especially for people who haven't practiced meditation before.

Yeah, it isn't easy for most folks. But if you put in a decent amount of effort, it's not impossible; you just have to be persistent, and eventually, it starts to feel a bit more natural.
B. Cremea provided an average for all transmission meditation groups worldwide regarding how long people stay synchronized—meaning that thoughtless state where the actual transmission work happens—and the figure he gave was only about 5 to 6 minutes. That's just an average, so nobody expects anyone to stay perfectly aligned for a full hour. Still, we should all strive toward that ideal, because that’s the only time the effective work of transmitting those energies actually takes place.

The average person will find themselves chanting "Om" mentally quite often during meditation. You chant "Om" when you notice your mind wandering or your focus slipping. Then, your attention returns to the *ajna* chakra for a few seconds or perhaps a minute, and then you chant "Om" again once focus drops—and so it goes.

Despite all that, the benefits for the individual are massive. Development happens several times faster here than with any other type of personal meditation, simply because of the nature of these specific energies.

In standard personal meditation—assuming it's being done correctly, which is rare—one receives energy from their own soul.

Here, however, the energy comes from the Master Teacher, and it is a far more powerful spiritual force, which in turn energizes our chakras much more effectively.

There are also personal benefits like clearing one's karma. Transmission meditation is a form of service (and a highly efficient one at that). Negative karma is essentially "burned away" exclusively through service.

That said, no one should be doing this primarily for selfish reasons; there has to be a genuine desire to help through service—which is why I included this poll. Without that intention, people almost always end up quitting sooner or later.

That desire—the one that stems from the soul—emerges at a certain stage of evolutionary development, once a person reaches a point where they are somewhat in contact with their soul.

Service is the very nature of the soul.
Service is love manifested on a physical level.

Peter Flores67 said:Where exactly did I mention visualization?
I was thinking exclusively about those energy clouds that drift through our atmosphere.

My apologies if I came on a bit too strong there.

Our thoughts are pure energy—and when they're directed with intention, they actually get results.

I was simply recounting this based on what I had learned—there’s no guesswork involved here.
One of the most effective ways to direct your thoughts—if you ask me—is through visualization. Some people prefer to call it imagination, or even specific imagery techniques, but it all leads back to that same core practice.
What I was actually trying to get at isn't that specific point—it’s about an entirely different, much more efficient process (which I detailed above) for channeling spiritual energies from the highest possible sources.
When we talk about visualization, we’re really just dealing with mental energy—essentially working at lower mental levels. Transmission, however, is on an entirely different plane; it operates at the level of the soul. That’s where the real distinction lies.

Peter Flores67 said:This is absolutely spot on. 👍

Our thoughts are pure energy—when directed correctly, they produce tangible results. It’s a bit difficult to explain the mechanics of how it all manifests, but transmission meditation sends an immense amount of positive energy into our atmosphere, which ultimately benefits the entire world.
It’s much like praying for others.

So, as was made clear in my previous two posts, that isn't quite the point. I’ve explained what transmission actually is. It isn't visualization—well, unless you're visualizing something briefly at the start to help recite the Great Invocation.

I neglected to mention that since all this energy flows through the chakras of everyone in the group, an individual gains massive personal benefits in terms of spiritual growth—often moving several steps faster than if they were just practicing some solo meditation.
That said, personal development isn't the primary goal of this meditation; it's simply a byproduct. (It's similar to other forms of service—you grow through serving others—but here, there's that unique aspect of the energy passing through the chakras).

Technical Details:
The meditation process itself is quite straightforward—which actually makes it a bit challenging—but let me start with this:

You don't need any prior meditation experience or some fancy introductory course to practice transmission meditation.

All you really need is the desire—and the intention or will—to serve, to help, and to truly want to be of service.
(And just so we’re clear, participation is never charged for. It makes sense: this is service, and since the Masters handle all the actual work, charging for a gift meant for all of humanity would essentially be theft.)
Even though no personal experience is required, they say that anyone who meditates has already practiced transmission in some way during a previous lifetime.

At the start of the session, the mantra or invocation (the Great Invocation) is recited aloud together. As I see it, this acts as a signal to the Masters that the transmission is beginning. It is an invocation; within that specific text, universally accepted concepts like light, love, will, or power are called upon. It is a translation of an ancient formula that Maitreya gave to the world back in 1945.

After that, there is only one single thing to do, and that is the core of the entire technique.
Since energy descends from the level of the soul (Teachers and Masters operate exclusively at the soul level), we have to be aligned or tuned in with our own souls to allow that energy to flow through us.

Because of that, we must maintain our focus on the point between the eyebrows—that well-known energy center, the command center, known as the Ajna or brow chakra.
Once our attention is fixed there, our physical selves become aligned with our souls, and only then can the energies flow. In that state, thoughts should cease.

However, the average person can't hold their focus on that spot indefinitely; it tends to drift away.
The moment you realize your mind has wandered, you simply need to think the mantra OM. (Just think it—just like you might think of any name, say, 'Anne')
Your attention will automatically snap back to the intended spot, and the energy will flow again for a while—whether it's a few seconds or several minutes—before the focus slips again and the cycle repeats.

You continue this as long as you can or as long as the energy flows. Groups around the world meditate for anything from thirty minutes (which is honestly a short time) up to the first group founded in '76, which meets three times a week for four to seven hours. In Washington, D.C., people usually meditate for about two hours, currently once a week.
That is practically everything you need to know to get started. You only need at least three people to form a group, and that's it.

There is a bit more information available on the website, so feel free to check it out if you're interested.

Within the Anand Marga community, we view selfless service as tangible action directed toward helping the world—not just sitting in meditation. For us, that means looking after the elderly, the sick, and the hungry; it means educating children, planting trees, protecting wildlife, and fighting against social and economic exploitation while championing the arts and culture. It all depends on which working group you choose to join based on your own inclinations. We practice meditation for ourselves because—well, if Buddha were here, he’d likely say that spiritual teachings are understood individually by the wise. We aren't big believers in the idea that meditating can somehow fix the world while real people are out there starving or being exploited, but that’s fine. Your intention is noble, so I’ll pass this information along to our mailing list—perhaps some of our folks in Washington, D.C. can swing by to offer support and get to know you all! Wishing you the very best.

I’ll try to clarify things—after first expressing my full support and sending my very best wishes to you and all the work you do.

There are all sorts of meditation techniques out there. Personally, I agree that if we just sit around meditating—visualizing the hungry and the impoverished suddenly having full stomachs—without actually making an effort to feed them or fix the social and economic systems that caused their hunger in the first place, we aren't really doing anything at all.

Transmission meditation is a unique way to work with energy—it’s quite a specialized practice.
We exist within an energetic universe. Everything surrounding us is pure energy—and honestly, we are made of it too. This isn't just some esoteric theory; modern science backs it up. It’s simply a fact.
Energy is what drives everything—every single action we take is fueled by some underlying force. Esoteric science actually goes a step further, classifying these different energies and teaching us exactly how to work with them.

Transmission meditation is essentially how we work together with the Masters of Wisdom—those figures that every major religion on Earth talks about and waits to see return again. In fact, almost every spiritual teaching out there draws its inspiration from them.
One of the master's primary responsibilities involves channeling various cosmic energies as they descend toward Earth—energies that arrive from a multitude of different sources. We’re talking about spiritual energies, each possessing its own unique quality and vibration.
The reality is that we're dealing with energies of an incredibly high frequency—intense spiritual energy, really. Under normal circumstances, this kind of power would simply bounce right off humanity; people just aren't vibrating at a level high enough to actually receive or harness it.

Teachers initiated transmission meditation once humanity finally reached a level of readiness for this kind of synergy. Groups—and I say "groups" because channeling much more energy through a collective is far more efficient than working with individuals alone—essentially serve as positive conduits for these spiritual energies. The Teachers handle all the heavy lifting.
When energy flows through a group—specifically by moving through the individual chakras of its members—it becomes much more usable. That’s really the core of it; it makes us far more effective for the benefit of humanity.
The masters handle everything—directing energy through us and placing it exactly where it’s needed most in the world, in perfect balance and intensity. Since we don't have a bird's-eye view of global affairs, trying to micromanage where that energy goes would honestly just be counterproductive. For now, it's best to trust that the energy is being used exactly where it can do the most good.

Most of that channeled energy flows into one massive reservoir—it’s almost like a spiritual battery pack—from which people all over the world draw to fuel their work. These individuals serve selflessly, tapping into that source to manifest specific changes here in the physical world.
Think of it as a group of about 100,000 people—not formally organized, mind you, but united by a shared sense of selfless service rather than any secret society or conspiracy. These individuals operate within their own spheres—politics, economics, education, and so on—all working toward the greater good, which exists in every country. The shifts they drive through their actions are absolutely essential, and much of the momentum and energy they draw upon comes from this collective "reservoir" of spiritual power.
It seems this group was actually founded by Maitreya back at the turn of the 20th century.

Just to reiterate—energy—all those different forms of energy—is what drives everything; they are as much a reality as anything else we see in the world around us.

So, when it comes to transmission meditation, you aren't just sitting there thinking "nice thoughts"—instead, you are performing a very specific task, carrying out a precisely defined piece of work.

There is a clear understanding of exactly what is being done, how to execute it, and ultimately, the reason behind it all.

Because of all that, it’s arguably the most effective way for an "average person" to serve, especially when you consider the return on the time and energy invested.

Baphomet said:Right when that esotericist fair is happening.

So, how exactly are we supposed to meditate if the festival is going on at the same time? 😁

🙂 By then, that "fair" should be winding down. A colleague from our local transmission group here in Chicago is scheduled to give a lecture starting at 7:00 PM—it’ll be an introduction to Maitreya and related topics, which is a massive subject to cover, honestly—and following that, we'll hold a brief transmission meditation workshop for about 20 to 30 minutes. Anyone attending the talk can join in, or you can just drop by specifically for the meditation if the timing works out for you. It's free for everyone.

It’s actually pretty interesting—and a bit baffling—to see all the stories and "experiences" people are posting on forums lately regarding Sai baba. I suspect they were sparked by that recent Fox broadcast, but honestly, most of it doesn't align at all with what I actually witnessed. Since I spent a significant amount of time there—while most of these commenters either weren't present or were just passing through—I feel comfortable saying some of this is just plain nonsense (like that guy on Iskon claiming the lodging is free or whatever).

I don't want to be pedantic, but I'd like to set the record straight for the sake of accuracy.
Lodging at the Sai baba ashram is practically free. It really only costs about $6.75 per week—or ten days, if I recall correctly—which, given our local economy and especially considering the cost of airfare, is negligible. It’s significantly cheaper than any private accommodation you'd find in India. Plus, everything is kept incredibly clean and orderly.
The food is also exceptionally affordable and delicious. (Aside from the Western-style canteen, there are North Indian and South Indian options where the food is much, much better. Truly excellent. 🙂 In the South Indian canteen, for instance, you can get all the rice and vegetables you want for about 40 cents.)
I wholeheartedly recommend that anyone wanting to experience India, or more specifically, wanting to truly understand who Sai baba is, should budget for a flight and visit Puttaparthi.
Safety within the ashram, and even in Puttaparthi itself, is quite high. To my knowledge, nothing bad has ever happened to a Westerner there—though, obviously, you shouldn't go wandering around late at night. Occasionally, when there are major festivals with massive crowds, thieves might show up looking for an easy target, so you should watch your wallet like you would anywhere else.
On a side note, for anyone struggling with addiction—even the most severe types—I believe this is a wonderful place to find a gentle way to break those chains.

Greetings!
There is an upcoming lecture in San Francisco regarding Maitreya and transmission meditation—a great opportunity if any of you happen to be living in that area.
When? Saturday, April 9th at 7:00 PM
Where? Veterans Affairs, 1st Avenue, San Francisco

The invitation is expanding to include Des Moines. Transmission meditation sessions are held regularly there every Monday and Friday at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM—held at the local NBA facility on 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

FOR those currently in Washington, D.C., who might be curious about transmission meditation or simply want a quick taste of the experience, we will soon be hosting a lecture in the city.

It’s happening on Thursday, November 18th, at 6:00 PM at the Community College. You can find all the details here— http://share-international.net/hrv/arhiv/predavanje.htm

I hang out on this forum for various reasons, but none of them involve getting dragged into baseless arguments or debates I simply have no interest in joining.

I believe I already laid out my position quite clearly during our previous exchange on another thread—to the point where there shouldn't be any confusion—noting that we aren't dealing with some kind of cult here (I really don't see the need to repeat myself).

Back then, you were making similar points regarding your negative experiences with different organizations; my advice remains the same as it was then: if you truly feel the need, just start your own thread with an appropriate title and vent about what’s bothering you.

Once we move past that, I’d be more than happy to chat with you here or otherwise.

I have to admit, I found it a bit strange too, but I ended up passing it along—which, looking back, maybe wasn't my best call.
However, it’s really not that big of a deal.
To answer a few of your questions: it's group meditation. A handful of people—maybe ten or so—get together and meditate within the Sai Baba Ashram, say twice a week for an hour. When I was there, we actually did it outdoors, in that little park area inside the Ashram.
Sai Baba has been asked by several followers about transmission meditation, and he answered positively—essentially saying it's a good thing.
There’s also this other aspect: they say nothing happens within the Sai Baba Ashram without his will, which presumably applies even more to something that has been happening steadily for years, like this transmission meditation.
The whole conversation probably comes down to nuances. But what I truly believe is that Sai Baba would recommend transmission meditation to anyone. (He's wise enough to know what works and what's beneficial 🙂), so definitely ask him if you ever get the chance.
(In his public discourses, it hasn't been mentioned yet—only in private interviews—but I have a feeling he’ll eventually bring up both transmission meditation and Maitreya in his talks. For now, he won't say anything about Maitreya because people have to recognize Maitreya on their own. If Sai Baba simply told them, millions of his followers would believe him just because he said so, and that would violate their free will. People need to discover Maitreya and respond to that call themselves; that is the Plan—it's quite logical, and it has to be that way.)

Your claim that Sai Baba doesn't care for other teachers is an interesting one.

There's much more talk about Sai Baba lately because he asked his followers to come forward and let the public know about him and his work—which is a massive shift, considering he used to advise against speaking about him to those who didn't already know. It's much like how Maitreya asks those who believe or know he is in the world to spread the word.
Of course, this isn't about self-promotion🙂, but rather something important within a broader context that I might touch on another time.

Alexander Parker69, if our opinions differ, let's just leave it at that—I have no desire to get into any heavy debates here.

hiddenpuma75 said:THE SAGES SAY THAT MATHEMATICS IS THE FINAL VEIL BEFORE SEEING THE TRUTH THROUGH AN IMAGE.

—I would, therefore, request that this somewhat pamphlet-like assertion be substantiated with actual evidence.

1) through measurements
2) through testimonies
3) through scientific analysis
4) through REAL-LIFE EXAMPLES

Because, frankly, I find it highly suspicious

that one spiritual practice could JUST SO EASILY AND WITHOUT HITCH improve some other spiritual practice.

You’re going to have to wait a long time for measurements or scientific analysis.
As for testimony, anyone who has spent any time practicing this type of meditation can tell you—assuming that's what you meant. It was certainly my own experience.

I honestly don't get why you find this "highly suspicious," nor why.
By regularly performing transmission—essentially serving in that capacity—a person becomes increasingly aligned with their soul.
That heightened alignment naturally leads to many things: a greater capacity for love, sharper mental faculties, intuition, compassion, even a more energized physical body, and improved focus/attention. This, in turn, enhances everything else a person does—be it another form of service, like teaching at a local school, personal meditation, preaching in a church, selling ice cream, or anything else.

Regarding mathematics: it’s clear from that statement that math, while being the final layer, is still just a veil. Behind that veil, there would likely be direct experience. You are more than welcome to come down to Washington, D.C. any Tuesday to experience this meditation firsthand (it's free; participation in transmission meditation is never charged for, anywhere).

I realized I neglected to mention one crucial point—transmission meditation doesn't conflict with any other spiritual practice or meditation technique; if anything, it actually enhances them.

Hello everyone,
I would like to invite you all to join our weekly group meditation sessions, held every Tuesday starting at 6:00 PM at 221B Baker Street in Washington, D.C.
There is no cost to attend, and there is absolutely no need for any introductory courses, prior knowledge, or previous experience.

These are transmission meditations, where the primary focus is on service. If you feel a calling toward serving others, this might be exactly what you are looking for. At the same time—and I've noticed this myself—participating in a transmission group accelerates personal spiritual growth significantly, often much faster than any solo practice could.
Transmission meditation combines Karma and Laya yoga; it is a simple, safe, and scientifically grounded method.
Most importantly, it is incredibly effective for the benefit of the entire planet.

You can find more detailed information about this specific type of meditation online. There are hundreds of transmission groups operating across every continent worldwide.
In fact, these sessions are increasingly being held at the Sai Baba Ashram in Puttaparthi; it’s actually said to be the only meditation he permits there, aside from his own.
Currently, we have one transmission group here in Washington, D.C., and we are just launching a new transmission meditation group in Des Moines.
If you aren't located near either of those cities, you can certainly start your own transmission group. All it takes is three people who share a desire to serve and an intention to do so, meeting at least once a week for this purpose.

If you have any questions, please feel free to post them here on the forum or send me an email.

Warm regards,
Taylor Campbell4

Mahatma Gandhi was undoubtedly a great man.
In my view, his specific interpretation of the Bible isn't nearly as significant as the actual impact he made on the people of America and the rest of the world.

I personally believe that nonviolence is a perfectly good principle—but looking at it from another angle, if the Allied forces hadn't stood up against the Axis powers during World War II, or if they had acted more like Mahatma Gandhi, Adolf Hitler and his regime would have slaughtered and enslaved countless more innocent people. Who knows when it would have ended?

I respect Mahatma Gandhi, though I am well aware of some of his human flaws—which doesn't diminish him at all, but might be quite interesting for an aspiring student who views these matters through too narrow a lens.

Mahatma Gandhi always struggled with his relationship with sexuality; he was overly fanatical about suppressing it. It wasn't always easy for him, and he even wrote in his biography about how, while his father was on his deathbed, he felt such a powerful urge that he had to leave to attend to it (with his wife)—only to return and find his father had passed away.