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Dear Sahaja Family, The year in Cabella has begun under the most auspicious skies. It opened with the gentle devotion of the Makar Sankranti Puja, a moment of gratitude and renewal that marked a transition into the new cycle, filling the days with hope and a sense of fresh beginnings. Soon after, nature offered its own blessing. Snow fell softly, wrapping the entire village in a white veil of silence and light. Roofs, paths, and trees were transformed, as time itself seemed to slow, allowing peace and purity to settle deeply into the landscape.
And now we are getting ready to open the season and to welcome yogis and yoginis from all around the world. And lots of different countries are doing the same. At the following link, you can find the complete international puja calendar for 2026. We look forward to being all together once again at Her Lotus Feet. |
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Below you can find more information on:
- Sahasrara Puja
- New book projects for 2026
- Inner Growth Seminar (formerly Wellness Camp)
- Sustainability projects in the Borbera Valley
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With the starting of Spring the sacred Val Borbera is blossoming and with hearts filled with joy and gratitude we are getting ready to celebrate one of the most significant moments of the year: the Sahasrara Puja. Please use the following link to register. Kindly read the page carefully and complete the form with all your details to support the organization of the event: |
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New book projects for 2026 |
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We are pleased to announce that this year, the World Foundation, together with Casa Madre and Nirmala Vidya Collections, is re-printing a deluxe edition of Meta Modern Era, written by Shri Mataji. The release of this edition aims to allow national collectives to purchase the newly printed book (based on the first edition) and make it available to various personalities in each country, starting with presidents, prime ministers, and other relevant dignitaries.
Shri Mataji’s message in Meta Modern Era is highly relevant today, and we hope this dissemination effort will enable Her vision for the modern world to guide politicians and dignitaries to discover enlightened solutions to today’s problems. For sure sharing the book worldwide will also have a positive vibrational impact for all.
The book will be housed in a beautiful box set, which will also include a USB key with relevant video speeches of Shri Mataji. A small brochure dedicated to Shri Mataji is also included.
More details will be shared with a dedicated email sent to National Coordinators and an official launch of the project on the website of the World Foundation:
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After nearly two years of preparation, we will also publish this year the much-anticipated book dedicated to the collection of crowns in Cabella. These crowns, which Shri Mataji wore during many pujas held in Italy and around the world, have been carefully restored, photographed, and catalogued, and are now beautifully displayed in vitrines at the Castle in Cabella. They are the focus of this book, accompanied by relevant stories and photographs of Shri Mataji, emphasising the beauty of the crowns and, ultimately, the significance of the Coronation of the Goddess. This book is intended to be part of a series dedicated to the devotional aspects of our recognition of Shri Mataji as Shri Adi Shakti, with a planned second and third book – The Adoration of the Goddess, centred on the puja protocol, and The Veneration of the Goddess, dedicated to the Lotus Feet of Shri Mataji.
Last but not least, the Nirmala Vidya Collections team is pleased to confirm the printing of the third book in a series of Shri Mataji’s speeches by puja theme. Following the publication of the Shri Ganesha Puja and Shri Adi Guru Puja books of talks, we will be printing the Navaratri Puja book of talks this year. We take this opportunity to thank all the Sahaj artists who contributed to creating these beautiful books that illustrate and exquisitely decorate the divine teachings of Shri Mataji. |
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[…] I am happy that you all were meditating here, and were trying to develop your depth. You all have depth, a very deep personality within yourself. But we have to touch that, that's very important, because you see, we sing, have music, that's a very good thing. We enjoy each other's company, also is very good and that's a nice thing, but we have to enjoy our own company also, by meditating, going within yourself. […] 1987-05-06 - The need to go deeper, Sydney, Australia |
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With the blessings of Shri Mataji, since long, we have had the privilege of hosting numerous Wellness Camps in the sacred Val Borbera, in different locations: Centrassi, Casaforme and, more recently, in Casa Ciminiera. Over the years, many yogis have taken part in these retreats—some seeking to address health concerns, others wishing to deepen their meditation practice.
In recent times, a new inspiration has emerged: to give this experience a new name, and with it a new dimension, that more accurately reflects its true purpose—establishing a deeper collective connection with the Divine through purification and meditation. Thus, the Inner Growth Seminar was born.
The seminar’s primary aim is to guide participants inward, fostering genuine inner development regardless of physical, emotional, or mental challenges. Since we see it also as the best preparation in view of a puja, we have identified four occasions for the seminar to be held in 2026: - before Sahasrara puja - before Guru Puja - before Krishna puja.
The duration of the seminar, which will take place at the camp and will foresee a range of collective sahaj treatments, will be a couple of days. More precise information on the dates, price and programme will be given when the puja pre-registration will be released.
Our deepest desire is to bring this experience to a much wider scale and to share it with as many yogis as possible, so there will be no limits in the number of participants. The more we are, the greater the joy. Looking forward to meeting you all for the Inner Growth Seminar.
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Sustainability projects in the Borbera Valley |
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We would like to share a few important updates on the sustainability projects we have initiated in the valley. Last spring, after many months of work, we created a cooperative structured as a limited liability company (LLC) to run the CER (energy renewable community) of the Borbera Valley. Besides us, the board of directors of this new company includes two well-known local entrepreneurs and a retired professor who has been a renewable energy pioneer in our valley. The CER ValBo cooperative already counts 51 members, and the World Foundation and Casa Madre are one of them. Thanks to its membership, Casa Madre and the World Foundation will enjoy several benefits, including lower electricity bills once the photovoltaic systems are installed, access to non-repayable grants covering up to 40% of the costs for purchasing and installing photovoltaic systems, and a guaranteed premium tariff for 20 years on the energy it will share with other cooperative members. Below, we present three photovoltaic projects approved by the Board of the WF and CM, to be realized in 2026.
1. Centrassi Rooftop Solar System We propose installing a 20 kWp solar system on the roof of Centrassi building because it is ideal for solar energy production. The electricity generated will be used to power energy-intensive activities, such as laundry and drying children's clothes, which are currently carried out at Casa Forme. The proposed change will benefit Casa Madre economic balance. In the future, we could also consider transitioning to an electric heating system to reduce energy costs further.
2. Mulino Dining Area Solar Canopy We propose installing a 90 kWp solar system as part of a permanent structure to replace the temporary white plastic tents currently used at the Mulino dining area. This installation would offer several advantages: - A safer and more comfortable environment for serving meals during the Pujas. - A reliable power source for the energy-intensive cooking equipment used during events. - Charging capacity for the increasing number of electric vehicles at our gatherings. The tents will no longer need to be dismantled at the end of the Puja season.
3. Casa Forme Solar Pergola Currently, the terrace in Casa Forme is covered by two deteriorating plastic tents that allow children to play outside only when the weather is suitable. We propose replacing these worn-out tents with a solar pergola that integrates a 12 kWp photovoltaic system, providing both shade and electricity.
Although the location is not ideal for solar energy production, the benefits of a covered terrace are significant. It could serve year-round as an additional room for art, science, and extracurricular activities, as well as a play area for the children during their free time. Moreover, the solar pergola would serve as a powerful educational tool for the children, demonstrating how renewable energy works while showing them an example of sustainability at their school, fostering environmental awareness and scientific curiosity.
Due to the generous incentives currently available, the payback period for all proposed projects is very short, meaning we would begin to see lasting economic benefits within just a few years. We believe that investing in renewable energy across our properties offers multiple benefits. More importantly, it demonstrates our commitment to preserving our Mother’s heritage, which is deeply cherished in our Sahaj community.
A dedicated fundraise for these projects has been created, if you feel to support the World Foundation please consider to donate at the link below. Choose “Generic donation” and write “photovoltaic” in the intended destination. This will ensure that all donations will be entirely and solely dedicated to the execution of the planned works.
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Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi Sahaja Yoga World Foundation
Via Martiri della Libertà 11, 15060 Cabella Ligure (AL) Italy
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