An exploration of the field of Auroville, village life and gender, the EcoFemme initiative, and the current conflict.
To succeed in politics
A commentary on the Mother’s statement in which she explains the Ashram’s prohibition of politics, and how that relates to the Divine protection and the new creation.
High-functioning anxiety
Auroville has long been envisioned as a living laboratory of human unity, a space where individual and collective consciousness can evolve in harmony with the Divine. Yet, even here, the pressures of aspiration and the friction of authority reveal themselves in subtle but persistent ways.
Trust, harmony, good will, and humility
A heartfelt piece describing sadhana in difficult times.
Eternity is under threat
Two short videos on what is currently unfolding around the Auroville land known as Eternity, and its imminent inter-state land exchange.
Interview with Kathy Walkling (Part 1)
A discussion on the founding of a community, integrating worldviews, and evolutionary spirituality.
The world is not your oyster
How the simple metaphor of a sandpit sheds light on two very different approaches to Auroville.
Dena Merriam interview
Dena speaks of her history with Yogananda, the Vedas, her coming to Auroville, and attempts to encourage communication.
Looking for a good French restaurant (Part 2)
The second half of a story of being in Auroville during the late sixties and early seventies, and the winding road it took.
No easy solutions
An Aurovilian speaks of the cultures, opinions, and challenges today.