Chinmaya Yuva Kendra
THE TITI BOOK & TITI WEEK
THE TITI BOOK
ABOUT THE BOOK
Seven spellbinding stories, one audacious goal. Transforming Indians to Transform India takes its first, bold step through this compilation of short stories which explore seven different dimensions of the human personality which, when honed, will birth a complete citizen and with him, a new society. The first story lights the spark of patriotism in the reader. The next three stories delve into the physical, emotional and intellectual aspects of the individual person, empowering him to grow into a well-balanced human being, ready to serve his nation. The final three stories expound on culture, spirituality and universal outlook – aspects that characterize a civilized person and an advanced society. As a collection, the stories transform the reader into a truly cosmopolitan citizen who can see beyond borders – both in his personal life and in his vision of society.
This book is an anthology of sophisticated ideas, practical tools and thought-provoking moments
THE SEVEN TRANSFORMING TALES
FEARLESS FOOTPRINTS
The elders had said, at the turn of time, when darkness turns two shades darker, the winds of change would begin to blow. It is at that darkest hour that THE ONE will arrive to lift the veil of darkness and light the fire of transformation. For years, people had waited for the prophecy to come true. Around street corners, at the local chai shop, in the parliament house and during dinner parties…stories of THE ONE had been whispered from trembling lips to anxious ears. Everyone had heard, but only the faithful believed. There had been many hoaxes in the past, but this time, the feeling was different. Who is THE ONE who has come to transform India? Do you want to find out?
(FR)AGILITY
Manu is middle-aged, balding and pretty darn boring until one day, his worst nightmare comes true. An average IT professional from Kochi turns into a national legend when he discovers, mostly by accident, how to grow from fragility to agility, and turns tragedy into triumph. Manu’s story shows us how we too can start living life to the fullest.
THE VOICES IN HER HEAD
When her army-captain husband must leave her just weeks after their marriage to report for duty in Kashmir, Sandhya’s world comes crashing down around her. The young bride spirals downwards into a rut of emotions, almost destroying herself and her relationships. Listen to the voices in her head, as Sandhya slowly learns to face her fears, to quieten her anger, to make sacrifices, to love unconditionally, to give of herself… Meet her noble husband, Captain Shashank, her wise friend, Sameera, her sobbing neighbour, Brinda, her earnest daughter, Salonee, her compassionate mentor, Major Poonacha, and everyone else who touches her life and teaches her to do the same for the others.
THE RAZOR’S EDGE
“Someone shut the damn alarm off!” Thomas yelled as he prepared to leave the spacecraft. The alarm had, by now, started announcing how much time they had left…to live.
Mission Suryayan could be the answer to the global energy crisis. But does Captain Arun Dev, better known as AD, and his team have it in them to pull through the biggest challenge of their lives? Stranded in outer space, the astronauts must calculate their every move. When it comes down to life or death, can they hold on to a higher vision and complete the mission?
FEARLESS FOOTPRINTS
A group of American-Born Indians arrive from New York for the biggest cultural festival of the year – Kala Tarang 2014. Travel with them as they journey across India and discover the enigma and charm of the most ancient, living civilization in the world. Slowly, they start to realize the beauty and depth of the intricate culture which has caught the imagination of countless poets, thinkers, scientists and philosophers.
The Seekers are on a cross-country quest for treasure. The nation watches as the flag is waved and the team sets off on the trip of a lifetime. As they struggle to decode each mysterious clue they come across, they find themselves sinking deeper and deeper into spiritual waters. A few wrong turns and dead-ends later, the pressure gets to the team. Siya starts to wonder if there’s more to the game than meets the eye. Either way, the hunt is on.
IMAGINARY ROOTS,
IMAGINARY ROUTES
The Seekers are on a cross-country quest for treasure. The nation watches as the flag is waved and the team sets off on the trip of a lifetime. As they struggle to decode each mysterious clue they come across, they find themselves sinking deeper and deeper into spiritual waters. A few wrong turns and dead-ends later, the pressure gets to the team. Siya starts to wonder if there’s more to the game than meets the eye. Either way, the hunt is on.
QUEST FOR THE UNSEEN
IN-SIGNIFICANT DESILAND
TITI WEEK
Here are simple ways to contribute to the Nation at 7 different levels. An individual/Educational Institution/Corporate/Club/Society etc. may take this up and celebrate one week dedicated to the Nation. Each day there is an activity to do, dedicated to the nation. There is a slogan also which can be cut and worn on that day to create awareness. The design in enclosed below.
Let us be Proactive Citizens and DO the following.
Patriotic Transformation: Rastra Devo Bhawa
At 7am the whole stands for the National Anthem
12 months 12 resolution – 1 Transformed Citizen. Take the oath given on Page 44 of Transforming Indians book and follow it. Log onto www.transformingindians.org to give the India Intelligent Quotient Test
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Physical Transformation: Do Your Bit to make India Fit-
Do Surya Namaskar With your Family 12 times (Practise this daily to be able to do 12 times continuously)
Click a Picture of your Family doing Surya Namaskar.
Upload the picture in our Facebook Profile by 10am latest.
Change your status to “ Doing my bit to make India Fit.”
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Emotional Transformation: Break the boundaries, expand love for all!
A band which says – Bound to Each other with love and respect.
Tie one band to a member of your family and the other band to a neighbour, friend, colleague etc. Especially someone with whom you have some difficulties in the relationship.
Learn to let go and live in love. Read Page no. 131
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Intellectual Transformation: India Thinks India Shines!
Give the online Swadharma Test and concentration test either at your School/College. You could also visit our website www.transformingindians.org to give the test and view the results
Spiritual Transformation – India Meditates India Radiates
Chant the mantra “Rashtra Devo Bhava” 27 times by keeping an Indian flag before you or visualizing the flag
Maintain two minutes of silence to send out positive thoughts for India’s well being. Feel grateful for your country and all that it has done for you.
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Cultural Transformation: Apna Style Indian Style
Greet everyone you meet today with a Namaste , and tell yourself in the heart “I greet the Divine in you”
Touch the feet of your parents or call them and express your love and respect towards them
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Universal Transformation: The World is One Family
Today is no “No Shower Day”(Take bath without using the overhead shower. Conserve water) , “No Air Conditioner Day at Home” & “No Non-Veg day” Chant the following sloka once:
Lokah samstah sukhino bhavantu
Sarvae bhavantu sukhinaha; Sarvae santu niramayaha
Sarve bhadrani pashyantu; Makashith dukka bhag bhavet. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti….
May everyone be happy. May everyone be free from suffering
May everyone see the auspicious. May no one go through pain. OM Peace Peace Peace
Please mail us your name, address and cell no. on info@transformingindians.org incase you are observing the Transformation Week.
