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Financial assistance & welfare for Subash

Financial assistance & welfare for Subash

The Art of Living family in Singapore has been working towards helping a man meet his family needs, while fighting ill-health.

At present, Subash is at home, recuperating and looking for some alternative means to earn money. Hard times have fallen on him since 1992 September when he had to have a pacemaker implanted. Constant ill-health overthrew Subash’s chances of establishing a stable career. Finally, in July 2009, Subash was removed from his part-time job.

Later, in November 2009, Subash underwent a major surgery at the Singapore General Hospital, to remove a tumor that had spread over his neck, heart and lungs. Doctors from the National Cancer Center, Singapore, had advised and certified him unfit to work from December 7, 2009 for a minimum period of one year that could be extended.

Collecting assistance & counseling

The Art of Living in Singapore is currently collecting donations that will cover Subash’s treatment, medication and family expenses. Volunteers regularly visit him and spend time counseling the couple and playing with their son.

The Subashes have done what they can to find solutions for their troubles. To make ends meet, Subash’s wife has been working at the Tan Tock Seng Hospital from November 2009 and is under training. Her wages of $800 per month helps the family to pay the monthly rent of $300 (this excludes Town Council Charges).

The family lives in a 3-Room Housing and Development Board (HDB) Flat under the Rent and Purchase Scheme. They have accumulated arrears with HDB rental amounting $2,100 that includes the current month rent fee, services amounting $627.7, Singtel amounting $800 and personal debts. Their household uses the Pay-As-You-Use Scheme meter for electricity and they have no savings to meet their family expenses.

Education for their only son

Beginning 2009, Subash’s three-year-old son began pre-school at PCF Kindergarten Tanglin-Chainhill Branch. Despite the drawbacks of ill-health and mounting debts, Subash and his wife are determined to provide an education for their son, so that his future will be more secure than theirs.

There is much that needs to be done to help the Subashes. If you wish to donate, please contact Sashi at 96684532 or email adler92@singnet.com.sg

Subash’s address

Subash S/o Saminathan,
(Apt Blk 119, Bukit Merah View, #09 – 53, Singapore 152119
H/p: 9838 1611)

Testimonials

 
Vishwas Rao, survivor
After attending just these few days of the course, I have now geared up to deal with any disaster with a smile. In fact, I boarded a local train to attend today's session. It was the first time since the blasts.
Gautam Khurana, Punjab, India

I was a patient of constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and backache. After doing the Sudarshan Kriya, my life has changed and after doing the Ayurvedic cooking course my health has improved very much within six days . We were taught how to adopt methods of cooking while staying in harmony with our constitution.
Prem Kumar, India

The course gave me a full explanation about the use of fresh and raw vegetables and fruits, the time of eating and how much to eat. Cooking to me was a complex process involving different spices with different oils and keeping an eye on the clock for pressure cooking. I found that eating fresh or steamed cooking is nourishing and definitely faster than our everyday cooking. I got the true flavor of ingredients. Definitely this course is not only to know cooking but very useful in knowing.
Umesh Jain, India

The Ayurvedic cooking course is a very exciting experience for me as I never cooked before. This course is a good mixture of theoretical and practical approach. We all attended a counseling session in which we came to know our tridosha type and learnt how to change habits for a better future. This course is a new dimension for my life.
Kirtida Bhana
South Africa
Initially, I found food cooked in the Ayurvedic style boring. But I was amazed to find that we can make delicious recipes without oil, sugar and spice. “On the third day of the course, my body started feeling good and light. My skin became more radiant as I was eating what was right and healthy for me. It is incredible just to see what difference the right kind of food can have on your mind and body.
Dipankar Guha
recovered addict
From my school life I started to experiment with various drugs and became an addict. I have abused drugs and alcohol for about 20 years. Due to my addiction, I lost many things such as family, friends, my job, money, talents, principles and values. My addictive nature forced me to become an unsocial element in society and took me behind bars for five years. I was forced to live on the streets for over a year. Several times, I was treated for my problem, but I relapsed time and again. After my last detoxification, I came to Art of Living and joined rehabilitation course, it helped recover from my addiction, now am gradually recovering to the normal life.
Nilesh Lad,32 years
I was working as a technician after passing high school. Gradually I developed bad habits like chewing tobacco and drinking alcohol. I developed an introvert nature. I did the Youth Leadership Training Program and acquired leadership qualities. I started opening up, talking normally and confidently. I started doing seva and traveled to places like Rajasthan, Gujarat and Nepal conducting several Breath-Water-Sound Workshop and 5H activities.
Saneesh, 29 years Pattiyal
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Sunil Lath, Devendra Nagar, India

The course is very effective and my experience with this program is fantastic. Earlier my blood pressure was 150/90 but after the course it comes to a normal level. It gives me peace of mind.
Karina
Prison Program
The course is life changing and it has done many wonders for me in such a short time. I have found that I haven
Pramod Kumar Tibrewal

Vaastu course is a beautifully designed course, useful and a must for all human beings to understand the relation of oneself with the surrounding nature and one's place of stay.
Peter Gamborg
Architect, Denmark
For me, this course has been a mind-blowing experience. It has given us the keys to understanding the universe. I have also got some valuable knowledge/tools I am looking forward to using in my profession.
Elena Dolgopolova
Reiki Master, Uzbekistan
Vaastu Shastra opened to me a whole new world and the mysterious connections of every single thing in this world. It was such a wonderful opportunity to get this ancient knowledge.
Pradeep Sangwan
General Manager, India
After completing the course and knowing about the various aspects of Vaastu I feel besides doctors our society needs Vaastu experts to rectify most of our problems.
Jyoti Singh, Housewife, India
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Before coming to this course I thought it would be more for architects and civil engineers. But it is very holistic and is recommendable for everybody.
Balder Camby
Chemical Engineer, Germany
The profound knowledge of Vaastu Shastra has changed my perception of life and awareness incredibly. It is amazing how small changes on a house and office can make so much difference in life.
Namrata Sangham

Previously, I had an abject aversion towards Maths. But after doing this course, I seriously started loving the subject. Maths is now on my fingertips and solving problems does not scare me anymore.
Ankur Aggarwal
MBA aspirant
This course in Vedic Mathematics was an eye-opener for me. I came to know the real power of how complex calculations can be done mentally. It is really beneficial as it helps solve problems in a jiffy. It is an applied knowledge which can be learnt, in order to crack highly competitive examinations such as the CAT and JEE.
Pramod Kumar Tibrewal

Vaastu course is a beautifully designed course, useful and a must for all human beings to understand the relation of oneself with the surrounding nature and one's place of stay.
Peter Gamborg
Architect, Denmark
For me, this course has been a mind-blowing experience. It has given us the keys to understanding the universe. I have also got some valuable knowledge/tools I am looking forward to using in my profession.
Elena Dolgopolova
Reiki Master, Uzbekistan
Vaastu Shastra opened to me a whole new world and the mysterious connections of every single thing in this world. It was such a wonderful opportunity to get this ancient knowledge.
Jyoti Singh, Housewife, India
Courses
Before coming to this course I thought it would be more for architects and civil engineers. But it is very holistic and is recommendable for everybody.
Balder Camby
Chemical Engineer, Germany
The profound knowledge of Vaastu Shastra has changed my perception of life and awareness incredibly. It is amazing how small changes on a house and office can make so much difference in life.
Pradeep Sangwan
General Manager, India
After completing the course and knowing about the various aspects of Vaastu I feel besides doctors our society needs Vaastu experts to rectify most of our problems.
Tatyana Derevyanko, head of the department of family, youth affairs and sport, Ukraine

It is normal that parents ask who teach their children. We can say that these trainings are organized in Ukraine since four years. In Slavyansk the department of family, youth affairs and sport, support the trainings.
Irina; mother of course participant, Ukraine

I can say that now Denis has more balanced character. He is more responsible in his studies now. I hope he will take the course once again because I am sure that with every course the result will be better. I want him to do asanas at home but the more time passes the more he forgets. I can also say that doing something good for others was a good lesson for children.
Educand

I feel better and I will try not to get into fights, because now I have a technique and I have to use it. I can use it anywhere, I just need to close my eyes and breath.
Dominika Zimokosova, 13 years, Ukraine

I liked everything! The time passed quickly. I became more flexible and strong in spirit! I learned five keys. Everything we did on the course I have never done before. I liked it very much.
Anon, 15-year-old

Before, I felt irritated with everything, now I don
Sudhir, Chattisgarh, India

A stitch in time saves nine
Sanjay Bajpayi, Raipur, India

After the course I got detailed knowledge on blood pressure and sugar. I came to know how regular practice of yoga and Sudarshan Kriya can aid to controlling these diseases. I feel a new freshness and energy which positively affects my routine tasks. I will do this course one more time.
Girish Ahuja, Raipur

This course has all the important information of the disease and how one
Dr Anuj Jaulkar, ENT specialist, India

Excellent comprehensive course enriched with basic knowledge of diabetes and hypertension which every patient should know.
Anju Aggarwal, India

I am feeling very good after coming here. I always used to have headache but during these seven days neither I had felt any headache nor any kind of tiresome feeling. Whatever I have got from this course is very precious and will give a new direction to my life.
Bijay, India

I have never taken time for myself in life but thanks to my friend who took me to the course. The happiness I got here can
Michael B

Practice of the Art of Living techniques dissolves the side-effects of the medicines I take. It eliminates anxiety and nausea and gives me more energy, shares a positive person.
David M

I did the HIV course. The course gave me spiritual experiences beyond anything I can express in words. I have been living with HIV for about 15 years, and thanks to Sri Sri, I am fine and healthy.
A former addict of multiple drugs, Bahrain

Earlier, I couldn
Michael B

Practice of the Art of Living techniques dissolves the side-effects of the medicines I take. It eliminates anxiety, nausea and gives me more energy.
Sunita Rajan

Due to breathing problems, I have been unable to sleep for three years. After doing the Pranayam Dhyan Shibir for just three days I slept for seven hours last night for the first time.
Mohammad, Health & Happiness

I never knew that yoga could be so wonderful and that chanting has such a deep effect on my body. I want to thank Allah for giving me the opportunity to join the course.
a journalist from India

The techniques and processes that he is teaching are so simple yet so profound. My colleagues and I really enjoyed it.
Mohammad

I never knew that yoga could be so wonderful and that chanting has such a deep effect on my body. I want to thank Allah for giving me the opportunity to join the course.
Umesh Jain
The Ayurvedic cooking course is a very exciting experience for me as I never cooked before. This course is a good mixture of theoretical and practical approach. We all attended a counseling session in which we came to know our tridosha type and learnt how to change habits for a better future. This course is a new dimension for my life.
Prem Kumar
The course gave me a full explanation about the use of fresh and raw vegetables and fruits, the time of eating and how much to eat. Cooking to me was a complex process involving different spices with different oils and keeping an eye on the clock for pressure cooking. I found that eating fresh or steamed cooking is nourishing and definitely faster than our everyday cooking. I got the true flavor of ingredients. Definitely this course is not only to know cooking but very useful in knowing – why we should eat food and its importance in leading a healthy and glowing life.
Gautam Khurana
I was a patient of constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and backache. After doing the Sudarshan Kriya, my life has changed and after doing the Ayurvedic cooking course my health has improved very much within six days. We were taught how to adopt methods of cooking while staying in harmony with our constitution.
Kirtida Bhana
Initially, I found food cooked in the Ayurvedic style boring. But I was amazed to find that we can make delicious recipes without oil, sugar and spice. “On the third day of the course, my body started feeling good and light. My skin became more radiant as I was eating what was right and healthy for me. It is incredible just to see what difference the right kind of food can have on your mind and body.
Jyoti Singh, Housewife
Before coming to this course I thought it would be more for architects and civil engineers. But it is very holistic and is recommendable for everybody.
Pramod Kumar Tibrewal, Businessman
Vaastu course is a beautifully designed course, useful and a must for all human beings to understand the relation of oneself with the surrounding nature and one's place of stay.
Elena Dolgopolova, Reiki Master
Vaastu Shastra opened to me a whole new world and the mysterious connections of every single thing in this world. It was such a wonderful opportunity to get this ancient knowledge.
Peter Gamborg, Architect
For me, this course has been a mind-blowing experience. It has given us the keys to understanding the universe. I have also got some valuable knowledge/tools I am looking forward to using in my profession.
Balder Camby, Chemical Engineer
The profound knowledge of Vaastu Shastra has changed my perception of life and awareness incredibly. It is amazing how small changes on a house and office can make so much difference in life.
Pradeep Sangwan, General Manager
After completing the course and knowing about the various aspects of Vaastu I feel besides doctors our society needs Vaastu experts to rectify most of our problems.
Ankur Aggarwal, MBA aspirant
This course in Vedic Mathematics was an eye-opener for me. I came to know the real power of how complex calculations can be done mentally. It is really beneficial as it helps solve problems in a jiffy. It is an applied knowledge which can be learnt, in order to crack highly competitive examinations such as the CAT and JEE.
Namrata Sangham
Previously, I had an abject aversion towards Maths. But after doing this course, I seriously started loving the subject. Maths is now on my fingertips and solving problems does not scare me anymore.
Michael B
Practice of the Art of Living techniques dissolves the side-effects of the medicines I take. It eliminates anxiety and nausea and gives me more energy,” shares a positive person.
David M
I did the HIV course. The course gave me spiritual experiences beyond anything I can express in words. I have been living with HIV for about 15 years, and thanks to Sri Sri, I am fine and healthy.
Bijay
I have never taken time for myself in life but thanks to my friend who took me to the course. The happiness I got here can’t be expressed in words.
Anju Aggarwal
I am feeling very good after coming here. I always used to have headache but during these seven days neither I had felt any headache nor any kind of tiresome feeling. Whatever I have got from this course is very precious and will give a new direction to my life.
Girish Ahuja
This course has all the important information of the disease and how one’s life style should be for one suffering from hypertension. I learnt if your commitment is strong then all tasks can be successfully accomplished. With practice of the Sudarshan Kriya I got peace, the ability to take right decisions, ability to efficiently doing work, maintain poise and calm in any circumstances.
Sanjay Bajpayi
After the course I got detailed knowledge on blood pressure and sugar. I came to know how regular practice of yoga and Sudarshan Kriya can aid to controlling these diseases. I feel a new freshness and energy which positively affects my routine tasks. I will do this course one more time.
Sunil Lath, Devendra Nagar
The course is very effective and my experience with this program is fantastic. Earlier my blood pressure was 150/90 but after the course it comes to a normal level. It gives me peace of mind.
Sudhir
A stitch in time saves nine’ was my experience with the course. The knowledge of howblood pressure and diabetes effect not only body but also mind is an eye opener. We are given very precious knowledge to increase our awareness which leads to a better control on the disease. I am personally very much benefitted. I would recommend this course to all my friends who are suffering from the disease.
Dr Anuj Jaulkar, ENT specialist
Excellent comprehensive course enriched with basic knowledge of diabetes and hypertension which every patient should know.
Ranjan Samanta
I started taking drugs from 1991. The euphoria of the drug made me stick to it and I never knew that this thing will land me in such a helpless situation. By the end of 2004, life became miserable. By that time I got married and had two children. Instead of looking after them, they had to be anxious about me. My elder sister brought me to the VVM Deaddiction Research Center. After 10 to 12 days I was taught the ‘Sudarshan Kriya’. I had no idea and, in fact, I didn’t feel like doing it and was wondering how it could help me in my addiction problem. Gradually, I could feel the difference. My impatience, irritation and short-tempered behavior started to diminish. Today, when I look at myself, I find myself totally different from my past. After two months, I took a big decision. May be this is the first correct decision I made after 15 years. I stayed here to help other addicts and started my life from the root once again. Today my family is very happy. My children love me and eagerly wait for me when I go home. Trust and faith which I lost before is coming back. Today I am happy leading a sober life and grateful to all the people at the centre who helped me to come back to a normal life.
Marius
I started using alcohol and hashish at the age of 15, but it continued very quickly into amphetamine, ecstasy, Rohypnol and more. But now, I am happy to have dropped this habit. People think they will become happy if they get the nicest house and the coolest car. But happiness comes from within.
A former addict of multiple drugs
Earlier, I couldn’t manage my life and used to smoke three packets of cigarettes a day. I used to walk but I didn’t know where I was going. I found the residential course a challenge and have realized the importance of taking care of my body. Now, I can’t even finish one or two cigarettes.
Dipankar Guha, recovered addict
From my school life I started to experiment with various drugs and became an addict. I have abused drugs and alcohol for about 20 years. Due to my addiction, I lost many things such as family, friends, my job, money, talents, principles and values. My addictive nature forced me to become an unsocial element in society and took me behind bars for five years. I was forced to live on the streets for over a year. Several times, I was treated for my problem, but I relapsed time and again. After my last detoxification, I came to Art of Living’s VVM De-addiction Research Centre. After a month of stay at the centre, I was sent to participate in the Art of Living’s Youth Leadership Training Program (YLTP). And that was the turning point in my life. This training helped me gain confidence in myself. I realized that previously, the cause of my relapse was spiritual bankruptcy. Today I am working for other individuals suffering from addiction and am generating awareness in society. Today I am lucky enough because gradually I am recovering the things that I had lost, apart from time.
Afet Billali, disabled war veteran
As a KLA soldier, I was wounded three times during the war. During my sleep, I heard my brother’s voice, who was killed in the Reqak massacre, and voices of my friends who were killed in the war. I often jumped from my bed searching for the gun, and afterwards I could not sleep. After taking the Art of Living program, I sleep much better, and flashbacks and nightmares have reduced.
A 14-year-old girl, survivor of Shifang school tragedy
Please thank those teachers for me. After doing the exercises, I feel my inside is freed. I feel so much more comfortable now.
A 14-year-old girl, survivor of Shifang school tragedy
Please thank those teachers for me. After doing the exercises, I feel my inside is freed. I feel so much more comfortable now.
Dr. Reginald Shaw, Director, Global Brotherhood of Light (GBL), Inc. Youth Ministries
I’ve noticed that each day, after completing the program the kids are happier, less restless and their minds are so much more settled. I have personally experienced the benefits of the Art of Living techniques and found it very helpful in clearing my mind.
Ahmed Hinoon
It feels like breathing out all the stress of war and breathing in a new life.
Irina, mother of course participant
I can say that now Denis has more balanced character. He is more responsible in his studies now. I hope he will take the course once again because I am sure that with every course the result will be better. I want him to do asanas at home but the more time passes the more he forgets. I can also say that doing something good for others was a good lesson for children.
Tatyana Derevyanko, head of the department of family, youth affairs and sport
It is normal that parents ask who teach their children. We can say that these trainings are organized in Ukraine since four years. In Slavyansk the department of family, youth affairs and sport, support the trainings.
Dominika Zimokosova, 13 years
I liked everything! The time passed quickly. I became more flexible and strong in spirit! I learned five keys. Everything we did on the course I have never done before. I liked it very much.
Anon, 15-year-old
Before, I felt irritated with everything, now I don´t feel anger. I liked this course and I don´t want it to finish because it changed my life.
Educandário Santos Dumont, 16 years, Rio de Janeiro
I feel better and I will try not to get into fights, because now I have a technique and I have to use it. I can use it anywhere, I just need to close my eyes and breath.
Namratta Shah, Art of Living Teacher
By the end of the course, I got to know 35 wonderful individuals who had not experienced for a moment in their childhood what it was to be without fear and many of them reported feeling calm and less stressed out. Some of the boys also pledged to stop sniffing glue (a dangerous toxic substance that is widely used by them to suppress their hunger).
Etelei
I felt relieved from stress by doing this course. It slows me down and makes me relaxed. It got rid of all the tensions and negative feelings that I had. I felt good after doing the first session. It makes me aware of how important my body is and how to look after it.
Reena (Naikebula)
I feel that this is the most beautiful thing I have ever got in my life. There were a lot of blood clots in my leg. These things are gone. There is no pain anymore. I am so happy.
Pablo Zuniga,Coordinator, Office of Social Security Development
I work in the Curundu area with high-risk youth. Because they are a pretty difficult group but through the programs of the project we have seen the change in them. Some of the boys have always lived this system of violence, drug trafficking, the consumption of drugs and it is not easy. Suddenly, to live a normal life like what other people live – The Art of Living has been a tremendous project. Something that has impacted the boys, in the way that you have worked with them and they truly reflect the attention that you have given to them. And all the rest of the young men are so content and motivated that I think that the Art of Living project has been good.
Nalibu, Savenaca
I’m slowly recovering from mental stress and depression. I sleep well at night now. My health is good and I am feeling really well. I have reduced my smoking from 6 rolls to 2 rolls a day. Good progress. Thank you.
Wayne
I have not felt so secure within myself before, giving my situation of being in prison. The course is very beneficial for health. A lot of old aches and pains gone. Before the course I was a bit miserable. Now I feel doubly secure and three times as capable and feel content.
Karina
The course is life changing + has done many wonders for me in such short time. I have found that I haven’t complained about things or anyone. People who have terrible vicious tongues for backstabbing and gossip no longer upset me or play on my mind. My mind is calm and clear. No longer smoking + look forward to future changes to come. I would recommend this to many of my friends.
 

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