NOSHRAM – the Concept:
Noshram or illidam(இல்லிடம் )is a zone of shared liminality, which is transitional, transnational and transformational; where seeker-partnersreinvent the unique ordinariness of their lives throughsensorial witnessing [darshan] of that ordinariness resplendentin harmony with body, nature and culture.
Noshram The Word:
‘Noshram’ is a portmanteau formed of ‘No’ and ‘Ashram’. It means “an ashram that is not an ashram.” Its Thamizh equivalent Illidam, a combination of il(இல் ) and idam(இடம் ), could mean “a place that is home” or “a place that does not exist.” Noshramin this sense is the first of its kind in the world.
Noshram – the Motto:
Noshram is guided by the principle, ‘Be Simple. Simply Be.’
This tagline underscores the vitallife-truth that freedom hasumbilical connectivity to simplicity, and not grandiosity.
Noshram – the SARAL:
At Noshram,SARAL [Synergic Apps for Radical Authentic Lifestyle] leads the seeker-partner throughcreative aesthetics ofbio-geo-spirituality to experience the interwoven-ness of senses(Gyd;fs;)of the body, thiNais(jpizfs;) of the earth and the elements(G+jq;fs;)of the universe.
SARAL is trans-religious, remarkably spontaneousand contemporary,with knowledge inputs from field-based political-culture studies, and wellness inputs from siddha-yogicand cultural-literarytraditions.Since SARAL is a dynamic re-initiation into each one’s unique real life, it does not require anyone to cut off from real life. So what is intuitively realised at Noshram is expected to be fullyactionable in actual life situations.
Noshram – the Mentor-Seeker:
Addressed affectionately as Appaa (“father”), Dr S. Rajanayagam is the Mentor-Seeker-in-Residence. While sojourning with you as a co-seeker, Appaa as the Mentor makes affirmative interventions to help you re-source the primordial energy within you.
Noshram – the Gift:
The greatest gift (or ‘takeaway’ in corporate jargon) Noshram offers you is the gift of your undivided, authentic self back to you. Thanks to Appaa, you would have your personalized uyir-oli(caph;-xyp), the life-sound, the mantra, that keeps you ‘simply be’ at all times.
NOSHRAM – the Concept:
Noshram or illidam(இல்லிடம்)is a zone of shared liminality, which is transitional, transnational and transformational; where seeker-partnersreinvent the unique ordinariness of their lives throughsensorial witnessing [darshan] of that ordinariness resplendentin harmony with body, nature and culture.
Noshram – the Programmes:
Noshram is neither a workshop nor a training centre. It is envisaged to be a hub of guided activities which in combination contribute to the movement to harmonise with the universe in love and be loving in daily life. Accordingly, the programmes to be provisionally conducted include:
Noshram – the Location:
Noshram is located at Paliyankudi, a tribal settlement inthe scenic Cumbum Valley in Theni district, Thamizh Nadu, at the foothills of the legendary / historical Kannagi Temple near Thekkadi, Kerala. This strategic location on the margins of Thamizh Nadu and Kerala thus has the best of both the states.
Noshram – Your Role:
You could be a seeker-partner who benefits from the programmes as a participant; or a service-partner who shares the administrative tasks as a volunteer; or a support-partner who shoulders the expenses as a benefactor.
Noshram – the Governance:
Noshram is the initiative of Appaa. While he dedicates himself for mentoring, a professional team with members drawn from various walks of life takes care of the governance.
NOSHRAM IS AN IDYLLIC HAVEN
nestling in the foothills of Kannagi Malai.
Noshram is not a location on the map for travellers with wanderlust but a beautiful destination for people in search of themselves.
Noshram is a dwelling place where you come to rest in the stillness when the bustle of the world threatens to engulf you..
Noshram is a nurturing place where you can simply be by being simple..
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This is a place where you can see the sun pour its molten goodness into your soul and revitalize you every morning. This is where the night sky displays its sparkling diamonds as it wraps you in its sweetness and lulls you to the most healing sleep only to awaken to a refreshingly energetic morning and sunshine..
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When the world seems too much with you... when the noises seem to batter your nerves... when the crowds make you feel stifled, breathless... when you feel lost in the quagmire of life… …come, just come… and be with a simple Mentor, Rajanayagam Appaa at this simple place, Noshram. .
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Here, you will not only find peace, healing, synergy with nature, but also find the trail that you need to follow to fulfil this journey called life.
Noshram is a dwelling place where you come to rest in the stillness when the bustle of the world threatens to engulf you..
Noshram is a nurturing place where you can simply be by being simple..
.
This is a place where you can see the sun pour its molten goodness into your soul and revitalize you every morning. This is where the night sky displays its sparkling diamonds as it wraps you in its sweetness and lulls you to the most healing sleep only to awaken to a refreshingly energetic morning and sunshine..
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When the world seems too much with you... when the noises seem to batter your nerves... when the crowds make you feel stifled, breathless... when you feel lost in the quagmire of life… …come, just come… and be with a simple Mentor, Rajanayagam Appaa at this simple place, Noshram. .
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Here, you will not only find peace, healing, synergy with nature, but also find the trail that you need to follow to fulfil this journey called life.
Chitraa Venkey
Chitraa holds Master Degrees in English and Communication, and M.Phil. and Ph.D. in English Literature. She has, close to three decades, creatively combined teaching and media, always mingling with and mentoring young persons.