NOTEWORTHY PERSONALITIES

Abraham Hicks, Alan Watts, Dr. Bruce Lipton, Eckhart Tolle, Gurudev, Jiddu Krishnamurti, and Sadhguru are all influential spiritual teachers, authors, and speakers who have made significant contributions to the fields of personal growth, spirituality, and self-awareness. They each have their unique approaches and philosophies, but they share a common goal of helping people understand themselves, the nature of existence, and the world around them. These teachers have inspired countless individuals to explore their own consciousness, embrace personal growth, and pursue more meaningful and fulfilling lives..

Abraham (Esther) Hicks

(born March 5, 1948)

Abraham Hicks is a law of attraction instructor and author who has been educating people for over 25 years on how to manifest their wishes. The law of attraction, which holds that like attracts like, lies at the heart of Abraham’s teachings. According to Abraham, we attract what we focus on, whether it be positive or negative.

Many people have used Abraham’s teachings to help them actualize their aspirations and desires, and they have also encouraged others to start their own law of attraction-based enterprises. Abraham Hicks is credited with popularising the law of attraction, and their ideas have affected many people, including some of the most well-known figures in self-help and self-development.

Abraham Hicks‘ legacy is one of helping people to create the life they want by using the power of their thoughts. Their teachings have inspired many people to live their best lives, and their work will continue to help people for years to come.

Find out more at www.abraham-hicks.com

Alan Wilson Watts

(6 January 1915 – 16 November 1973)

Alan Watts was a philosopher, writer, and speaker who was best known for translating and popularising Eastern philosophy for a Western audience.
He authored over 25 books and essays on topics such as personal identity, the true nature of reality, the meaning of life, and the meaning of death.
Even though he died in 1973, his ideas and works remain significant today.

Watts was born in 1915 in England and raised in a Christian home. As a teenager, he began investigating Eastern religions and ideas, which led him to abandon his Christian faith and pursue a spiritual life outside of organised religion. He lived in Asia for several years, studying Zen Buddhism and Hinduism. In addition, he studied Taoism and Chinese philosophy.

Watts became a well-known lecturer on Eastern philosophy and religion after returning to England. He also started writing books on his experiences and observations. The Way of Zen, his most renowned publication, was released in 1957 and remains one of the most accessible and popular introductions to Zen Buddhism. Watts became increasingly interested in psychedelic drugs and their possibilities for spiritual growth and self-transformation during the 1960s. He wrote extensively about his experiences with LSD and other psychedelics, and he was a pioneer in openly advocating for their use.
 
Watts died of a heart attack unexpectedly in 1973, but his legacy lives on through his writings and music.
His theories have influenced psychology, philosophy, religion, and spirituality, and he is regarded as one of the most prominent figures in the 1960s counterculture movement.

Doctor Bruce Lipton

(born October 21, 1944)

Dr. Bruce Lipton is a world-renowned scientist, best-selling author, and international speaker. His groundbreaking work in the field of epigenetics has shown how the environment around us can influence our genes and our health.

Dr. Lipton’s work has been instrumental in helping to shift the medical paradigm from one of disease treatment to one of disease prevention. His research has shown how we can use our thoughts and emotions to create health and wellbeing.

Dr. Lipton is the founder of The Biology of Belief, a program that teaches people how to use the power of their mind to create health and happiness. He is also the creator of the Reciprocity Principle, which states that we must give in order to receive.

The Reciprocity Principle is at the heart of Dr. Lipton‘s work, and it is what he is most passionate about sharing with the world. He believes that we all have the power to create our own reality, and that by giving back to others, we can create a world of abundance for all.

Eckhart Tolle

(born February 16, 1948)

Eckhart Tolle was born in Germany in 1948. He was raised in a typical middle-class family and had a normal childhood. In his early twenties, he moved to London to study at the University of London.

It was during this time that he began to question the traditional values that he had been raised with. This process of questioning led him to have a life-changing experience in his early thirties, after which he devoted himself to understanding and deepening his own spiritual awakening.

After many years of inner work and self-study, Eckhart began teaching others about what he had learned. His first book, The Power of Now, became an international bestseller and has helped millions of people around the world to awaken to their true nature.

Eckhart‘s teachings are based on the simple but profound premise that our true nature is not the thinking mind, but the silent presence of awareness that lies beyond thought. When we identify with this presence, we are free from the stress and suffering that come from identifying with our thoughts. We can then live in the present moment, which is the only place where true peace and happiness can be found.

Find out more at eckharttolle.com

Gurudev (Sri Sri Ravi Shankar)

(born 13 May 1956)

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a world-renowned humanitarian, spiritual leader, and founder of the Art of Living Foundation. His work and legacy are far-reaching, touching the lives of millions of people across the globe.

Gurudev was born in Tamil Nadu, India in 1956. He began his spiritual journey at a young age, studying yoga and meditation under the guidance of his guru, Swami Sivananda. He went on to study Vedanta and other ancient Indian scriptures. In 1981, he founded the Art of Living Foundation, a non-profit educational and humanitarian organisation with the vision of uniting people of all religions and cultures.

The Art of Living Foundation has been at the forefront of social and humanitarian initiatives for over three decades. Gurudev’s teachings are based on the principle of universal love and respect for all. His vision is to create a violence-free, stress-free world where everyone can live a healthy, joyful life.

Gurudev’s work has had a profound impact on millions of people around the world. He has been instrumental in bringing about positive change in society through his various initiatives. These include the Art of Living courses and programmes which offer tools and techniques for stress-relief, personal transformation, and social change; the Prisoner Rehabilitation Program, which has helped rehabilitate thousands of prisoners; the Rural Development Program, which has transformed the lives of thousands of villagers; and the Youth Empowerment Program, which has empowered millions of young people to create a better future for themselves and the world.

Gurudev‘s work has been recognized and appreciated by some of the most eminent personalities in the world. He has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan, India‘s second highest civilian honor. Gurudev‘s work and legacy continue to inspire and touch the lives of people across the globe. His vision of a world that is free from violence and stress is an inspiration to us all.

Find out more at srisriravishankar.org

Krishnamurti Narainiah Jiddu

(11 May 1895 – 17 February 1986)

Jiddu Krishnamurti was born in India in 1895. His father was a clerk in the British Raj, and his mother was a housewife. He had two brothers and a sister. When he was just eleven years old, he was “discovered“ by Annie Besant, a Theosophist and prominent speaker on theosophy and other spiritual subjects. She took him under her wing, and he soon became a world–renowned speaker on Theosophy and other spiritual matters.

Krishnamurti’s message was simple: love is the only religion. He believed that all religions were man-made, and that they were the cause of all the divisions and hatred in the world. He preached that if we could just learn to love one another, then all the problems of the world would disappear.

Krishnamurti traveled all over the world, speaking to large audiences about his beliefs. He also wrote many books, which are still popular today. In 1929, he founded the Order of the Star, an organization dedicated to spreading his message of love and peace.

Sadly, Krishnamurti died in 1986, but his message continues to inspire people all over the world. His legacy is one of hope and reconciliation.

Find out more at jkrishnamurti.org

Sadhguru (Jaggi Vasudev)

(born 3 September 1957)

Sadhguru is an Indian yogi, mystic and New York Times bestselling author. He founded the Isha Foundation, a non-profit organisation which offers yoga programmes around the world. Sadhguru was born as Jaggi Vasudev in Mysore, Karnataka, India. He grew up in a Tamil Iyer family. His father was a doctor and his mother was a housewife. He had a normal childhood and was an average student in school.

After completing his schooling, Sadhguru went on to study engineering at the Mysore University. However, he dropped out of college after just two years as he was not interested in engineering. In 1982, Sadhguru had a life-changing experience while on a trip to the Chamundi Hills. He had a spontaneous spiritual awakening and realised that he was not the body or the mind, but pure consciousness.

After this experience, Sadhguru devoted his life to helping others realise their true nature. He began teaching yoga and meditation and founded the Isha Foundation in 1992.

The Isha Foundation offers a variety of programmes that help people to physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Some of these programmes include the Inner Engineering programme, which helps people to develop a holistic understanding of life; the Yoga Programme, which helps people to improve their health and well-being; and the Isha Kriya programme, which is a simple yet powerful meditation technique that can be done by anyone, regardless of their age or physical ability.

Sadhguru has also written several books on spirituality and self-transformation, including Inner Engineering: A Yogi’s Guide to Joy and Living with the Master.

Find out more at the Isha Foundation.