Exploring the world outside to awaken the Universe within- Being Anvani

Atma Namaste!

This month, we begin to peel back one more layer of The Anvani Centre — to explore what it truly means to be Anvani.

Our tagline, “Exploring the world outside to awaken the universe within,” is, in many ways, a mission statement. We believe that as we embark on this journey of inner healing and self-discovery, exploring the world outside — and allowing it to deepen our inner work — is of great importance.

In today’s world, healing often appears glamorous and liberating. But that image can create a distorted perspective. In reality, healing is uncomfortable. It is cyclical — until, one day, the time between cycles begins to stretch, and the discomfort becomes fleeting.

So in the real world, would you step away from your responsibilities, pause your daily tasks, and make time to “heal”? Probably not. It’s not always practical. That’s why so many of us believe the solution lies elsewhere — in a place, a vacation, somewhere that’s not here. And while we may feel relaxed, even transformed on that journey, we often return home only to find the same old trigger waiting for us.

I learnt this lesson while healing from an accident. I realised I was terrified of getting back on the road. Every pothole, every bump would leave me shaking. But the truth is — those bumps and potholes aren’t going anywhere. If not these, there will be others. So what was the alternative? Should I have stayed home, safely tucked away from Pune’s busy roads? That was never an option.

I had to choose: either I work through my triggers so they no longer hijack me into a fight-or-flight state, or I stay stuck, feeling sorry for myself. Like most of us, I chose the first.

Which is why, for me, exploring the world outside is essential — because we live in this world, we interact and engage with it every day. And using those experiences to awaken the universe within us is a powerful process. It brings every weakness to the surface. Every blemish into focus.

But that’s where the magic begins. That’s when we allow ourselves to be — to hold space for our imperfections as well as our strengths. To gently, lovingly work through them — until our weaknesses become allies, and our strengths become guardians.

Anvani is not about walking barefoot.

It’s about becoming authentic. Fearless.

And coming home to yourself — in all your glory.

So the next time life brings you discomfort, instead of asking “How do I get away from this?” — maybe ask, “How can I allow myself to find peace in discomfort?”

The world outside will always be your mirror, your teacher. The more aware you are, the more power you hold to shift — not the world, but yourself within it.

That’s Being Anvani.

Till next time!

Love,

Arundhati