Open Sky Newsletter

April 2023

Be as You Are!

Open Sky Newsletter

March 2023

Satsang

Unraveling the Truth at the Silent Easter Retreat with John David

Retreats are a place where people from all directions come together, approaching the center, which is Truth. The air is filled with a potential. A strong energy field develops in which a metamorphosis becomes possible.

A special moment in this Retreat occurred when we watched the Film “Satori”, a documentary about an awakening, which shows also the actual happening of such a “metamorphosis” of one of the residents. While watching, one woman in the retreat also experienced a strong energetic shift.

It seems that when we get in touch with the potential of Self Realisation through Satsang, films or things we read and we allow the energy to deeply touch us, and it becomes more likely for such a shift to occur as our energy system becomes available.

Next Retreat with John David:

Vipassana • 8 – 14 May • Germany

Retreat to Paradise • 26 May – 4 June • Spain

7 Years Birthday Celebration

John David

Over the past 25 years, John David has guided countless students on their spiritual journeys.  He has a great talent for distilling the essence of spiritual teachings and presenting them in a way that is easy to understand and apply to daily life. In his Satsangs, he uniquely conveys complex spiritual concepts in a simple and accessible way.
 

A video from the Archive:
John David on the Rainbow Spirit Festival in 2009

John David commenting on Teachings in Aham Sphurana

Online Satsang

Weekly there is the possibility for everybody to meet John David in Satsang online via Zoom. In these meetings, you can ask your innermost questions, dialogue with John David or connect without words to the energy of Satsang.

Upcoming Zoom Meetings

Buzzing Spring

Oh buzzing spring, you bring such joy
With each new day, a gift to enjoy.

Life bursts forth from every tree
A symphony of buzzing, chirping glee.

So let us bask in your warm embrace
And revel in the beauty of your buzzing grace.

Big Work

For 500gm Honey bees need to fly around the Earth twice and touch 2 Million blossoms!!!!

Beehive Consciousness

Open Sky House is like a Giant Beehive. To a large extend our daily flow is one collective movement. Each Individual thereby surrenders much own ideas and desires and contributes to a larger good. Almost buzzing bees.

Bees point to a potential of collective Consciousness

Bees function in a greater scheme and serve a collective purpose of pollinating nearly all plants on planet earth. 

The phenomenon of collective consciousness amongst bees highlights the need for global cooperation and collaboration when it comes to addressing environmental issues. Environmental problems such as climate change and biodiversity loss are complex and cannot be solved by any one nation or individual. Instead, they require a collective effort from people all around the world to address them effectively.

However in order for a collective consciousness to arise and develop we need to gradually surrender our personal desires and ideas about life – currently we are way to much caught up in thinking about our small little self for anything larger to be invoked. 

When we surrender and open up to a larger situation, we begin to see ourselves as interconnected with all living beings and the natural world around us. This recognition of our interconnectedness can lead to a greater sense of responsibility towards the environment, as well as a desire to work together with others towards a common goal of preserving and protecting the natural world.

Letting go of ego desires might confront us with pain or fear, however in due time can lead to a greater appreciation for the beauty and wonder of the natural world which is already here now. 

SAT TV

John David’s Satsangs are archived and organised by Topic.

Wherever you are you can access this Archive for free on your phone and tablet 
via the App and on your Computer. 

Download the free SatTV
App for Android and Apple

Try the Topic Search here:

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SOON!

A Serene Setting for Transformation

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and join John David at the “Retreat to Paradise”, located at the stunning Open Sky Villa in Denia, Spain. This serene and peaceful setting provides the perfect backdrop for a transformative retreat experience.

Only 3 min walking to the Mediterranean, breathtaking views onto the surrounding mountains, an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation. 

Upcoming Events

Vipassana Island Retreat

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

5 – 7 May

Silence is the Language of the Heart

With the support of John David and the energy of the Open Sky House Community, you will go deeply into yourself. Based on the teachings of the Buddha, Vipassana aims to develop insight into the nature of reality and liberate oneself from suffering. By observing the impermanence, unsatisfactoriness, and non-self of all experiences, you will cultivate equanimity and wisdom.

 Free Volunteer Week 

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

8 – 14 May
26 June – 2 July

Get a Taste of Living in Spiritual Community 

Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and John David, the spiritual teacher of the Open Sky House Community. Take part in the daily activities and meditations and the evening program.

Open Day Weekend

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

23 – 25 June 

To understand the Miracle of Life, the mind must be very quiet.

Come join us for a weekend of self-discovery and spiritual growth at Open Sky House! Our Open Day Weekend offers an exciting opportunity to explore a variety of still and active meditation practices, discover art, dance and music workshops, and meet John David and like-minded individuals in the community.

Summer Retreat

at Open Sky Villa Spain

1 – 17 September

Paradise is not a place,
it’s a state of Being

– John David – 

16 days of daily Satsang with John David, Meditation, Mantra Singing, Heart Dance and Yoga. Explore intimacy in a Tantra Weekend with Radha and authenticity in Theater with Indira . Enjoy the amazing Beauty of the Open Sky Villa, only 3min from the Mediterranean.

Vipassana Island Retreat

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

5 – 7 May

Silence is the Language of the Heart

With the support of John David and the energy of the Open Sky House Community, you will go deeply into yourself. Based on the teachings of the Buddha, Vipassana aims to develop insight into the nature of reality and liberate oneself from suffering. By observing the impermanence, unsatisfactoriness, and non-self of all experiences, you will cultivate equanimity and wisdom.

 Free Volunteer Week 

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

8 – 14 May
26 June – 2 July

Get a Taste of Living in Spiritual Community 

Join the flow of the community and take the chance and discover how spirituality can be lived in everyday life. Come one week for free as a volunteer, meet like-hearted people and John David, the spiritual teacher of the Open Sky House Community. Take part in the daily activities and meditations and the evening program.

Open Day Weekend

at Open Sky House Hitdorf

23 – 25 June 

To understand the Miracle of Life, the mind must be very quiet.

Come join us for a weekend of self-discovery and spiritual growth at Open Sky House! Our Open Day Weekend offers an exciting opportunity to explore a variety of still and active meditation practices, discover art, dance and music workshops, and meet John David and like-minded individuals in the community.

Summer Retreat

at Open Sky Villa Spain

1 – 17 September

Paradise is not a place,
it’s a state of Being

– John David – 

16 days of daily Satsang with John David, Meditation, Mantra Singing, Heart Dance and Yoga. Explore intimacy in a Tantra Weekend with Radha and authenticity in Theater with Indira . Enjoy the amazing Beauty of the Open Sky Villa, only 3min from the Mediterranean.

Anything you would like to share or ask?