BK Silicon Valley, Milpitas&nbsp;hosted four landmark events with&nbsp;Sr. Shivani, welcoming nearly&nbsp;8,500 attendees&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Santa Clara Convention Center&nbsp;on August 30–31.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Image_6_18ecbeeae7.jpg" alt="Image 6.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Image_6_18ecbeeae7.jpg 234w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Image_6_18ecbeeae7.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Image_6_18ecbeeae7.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Image_6_18ecbeeae7.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/BKSV_Shivani_Image_1_5c7bdb1df6.jpg" alt="BKSV _Shivani_Image 1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_BKSV_Shivani_Image_1_5c7bdb1df6.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_BKSV_Shivani_Image_1_5c7bdb1df6.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_BKSV_Shivani_Image_1_5c7bdb1df6.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_BKSV_Shivani_Image_1_5c7bdb1df6.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure> The events began with&nbsp;Own the Present,&nbsp;a compelling invitation to live consciously in each moment—free from distraction and full of clarity. This foundation of awareness set the stage for&nbsp;Rising with Clarity,&nbsp;where participants explored emotional resilience and healing, gaining tools to navigate uncertainty with grace. From there,&nbsp;Code the Future&nbsp;expanded the horizon, inspiring purposeful action, right thinking, and wise choices as pathways to a future rooted in happiness and prosperity. The events culminated in&nbsp;Serenity in Stillness,&nbsp;a meditative immersion into silence, where attendees learned to access inner wisdom and embrace stillness as a source of strength.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Image_5_15cb50a263.png" alt="Image 5.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Image_5_15cb50a263.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Image_5_15cb50a263.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Image_5_15cb50a263.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Image_5_15cb50a263.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure> Attendees were visibly moved—many describing the experience as “life-changing”&nbsp;and&nbsp;“a turning point.”&nbsp;One participant shared, “This wasn’t just a talk—it was a blueprint for conscious living.” Another, who traveled from Los Angeles, said with tears in their eyes, “I wish the event didn’t end and we didn’t have to go back.”The participation of civic leaders and change makers highlighted a growing renaissance of emotional and spiritual wellbeing in the Bay Area.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Image_2_02156bb523.jpg" alt="Image 2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Image_2_02156bb523.jpg 234w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Image_2_02156bb523.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Image_2_02156bb523.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Image_2_02156bb523.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Image_4_a076a91f48.jpg" alt="Image 4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Image_4_a076a91f48.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Image_4_a076a91f48.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Image_4_a076a91f48.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Image_4_a076a91f48.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>

BK Silicon Valley, Milpitas hosted four landmark events with Sr. Shivani on August 30–31.

Om Shanti Divine Family,On June 22, Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley in Milpitas celebrated Mamma’s Day in a serene atmosphere filled with deep silence and powerful meditation. In a spirit of love and gratitude, bhog was offered to our beloved Baba and Mamma, honoring her divine legacy.Sr. Kusum lovingly recalled Mamma’s unwavering faith in Baba and her fearless spirit. She shared Mamma’s elevated teachings, which continue to inspire us all with their purity, strength, and spiritual wisdom.Following the meditation, Baba’s children gathered in the backyard to enjoy Brahma bhojan along with kids' favorite Boba tea. The gathering concluded with receiving toli, everyone's favorite mangoes and a special blessings card reflecting Mamma’s elevated thoughts.&nbsp;Sr. Kusum sharing Mamma's elevated teachings and silent strength that Mamma that emodiment of spiritual greatness&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_c51dbe617a.jpg" alt="Mamma's Remembrance DayAtSiliconValley.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_c51dbe617a.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_c51dbe617a.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_c51dbe617a.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Baba's children soaking in Mamma's virtues and drawing inspiration<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_1_636a14d737.jpg" alt="Mamma's Remembrance DayAtSiliconValley-1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_1_636a14d737.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_1_636a14d737.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_1_636a14d737.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Savoring Brahma bhojan under Baba's canopy, both literally and figuratively.<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_2_320386f4c8.jpg" alt="Mamma's Remembrance DayAtSiliconValley-2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_2_320386f4c8.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_2_320386f4c8.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_2_320386f4c8.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;All smiles with toli, Mamma's boli, mangoes and blessings - a sweet summer in Sangamyug<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_3_b677401c0c.jpg" alt="Mamma's Remembrance DayAtSiliconValley-3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_3_b677401c0c.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_3_b677401c0c.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mamma_s_Remembrance_Day_At_Silicon_Valley_3_b677401c0c.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure>

Silicon Valley, BKs Celebrate Mamma's Remembrance Day with deep spiritual love

Dear Global Family Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley was honored to participate in the 11th International Day of Yoga hosted by Consulate General of India San Francisco Office (CGI), India Community Center (ICC) along with various Bay Area non-profit organizations. Representing the organization, Sister Kusum shared insightful reflections on what yoga truly means—a deep connection of the soul with the Supreme. She also led the audience through a powerful guided meditation commentary, creating a peaceful and uplifting atmosphere.To continue the journey inward, she warmly invited everyone to visit the Brahma Kumaris center to learn and experience Raja Yoga meditation, a practice that empowers the mind and nurtures the spirit.

BKs Celebrate the International Day of Yoga in Silicon Valley (Milpitas, CA, USA)

Dear Global Family,Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas had the joy and privilege of welcoming two of Baba’s radiant angels—Br. Enrique Simo from Spain and Sr. Sonja Ohlsson from Denmark.Br. Enrique, through his talk, “Meditation: A Tool for Resilient Leadership” highlighted how meditation serves as a powerful foundation for building resilience, authenticity, and deeper human connection in leadership. He offered practical insights into how his personal practice—rooted in Rajyoga Meditation—helped open the hearts of others and inspire meaningful change. His message emphasized that true leadership is not merely defined by action, but by one’s awareness and inner state.Sr. Sonja shared insights into the environmental initiatives led by the Brahma Kumaris, emphasizing the deep connection between the self and the elements of nature. She spoke about the urgent need for each of us to take personal responsibility in healing and protecting the planet. She shared 10 practical steps—rooted in spiritual principles—for caring for our cherished and aging Mother Earth.The presence and talks of both speakers brought profound inspiration on their respective topics for all who attended.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png" alt="Milpitas_Enrique_1.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Meditation and offering of Bhog to Baba with dear Br. Enrique<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png" alt="Milpitas_Enrique_2.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Br. Enrique shared how Rajyoga can shape you into&nbsp; <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">the inspiring leader you aspire to be<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Social Media Team <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">BK Meditation Center <a style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(17, 85, 204);font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:large;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/540+S.+Abel+Street+Milpitas,CA+95035,+USA?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/540%2BS.%2BAbel%2BStreet%2BMilpitas,CA%2B95035,%2BUSA?entry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747175522504000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1vbSngkMZG7bN9LplbB-HX">Milpitas,CA 95035, USA</a> <a style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(17, 85, 204);font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:large;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.svbrahmakumaris.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747175522504000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zWAh-SvjWR1sS_-eKH2jp">www.svbrahmakumaris.org</a>

Visit and Talk by Br. Enrique Simo, Spain and Sr. Sonja Ohlsson, Denmark to Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas US

Sr. Kusum&nbsp;was recognized as a&nbsp;Trailblazing Woman&nbsp;for her dedication to community service and exceptional leadership in driving positive change by&nbsp;Consulate General of India, San Francisco, in collaboration with the&nbsp;Association of Indo Americansat the&nbsp;Naari – Celebration of Women&nbsp;event&nbsp;on March 8, 202. The event marked&nbsp;International Women’s Day&nbsp;by bringing together influential women leaders and changemakers.Under the theme&nbsp;“Accelerate Action for Gender Equality,”&nbsp;the gathering honored and celebrated women who have made outstanding contributions across various fields.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Sr. Kusum honored as Trailblazing Woman from Prathima Koppula,&nbsp; <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">wife of Consulate General of India, San Francisco&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Sr. Kusum with Dr. Srikar Reddy, Consulate General of India, San Francisco&nbsp; <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">and wife Pratima Reddy - along with other honored women leaders&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure>Sr. Kusum with Rob Bonta, Attorney General of California,&nbsp; lawyer and politician&nbsp;

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BK Silicon Valley, Milpitas hosted four landmark events with Sr. Shivani on August 30–31.

Silicon Valley, BKs Celebrate Mamma's Remembrance Day with deep spiritual love

BKs Celebrate the International Day of Yoga in Silicon Valley (Milpitas, CA, USA)

Visit and Talk by Br. Enrique Simo, Spain and Sr. Sonja Ohlsson, Denmark to Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas US

Milpitas USA: Sr. BK Kusum was recognized as a Trailblazing Woman by Consulate General of India, San Francisco