Embody
Nonduality
Two Weeklong Evolutionary Enlightenment Intensives
Tiruvannamalai, India • Jan 4 – 20 2025
SPACE IS LIMITED! REGISTER TODAY
Realize your own awakening & our collective evolution
Activate and deepen your awakening in a transformative 2-part intensive designed to help you discover the profound depths of your True Self and contribute to the evolution of collective consciousness.
This new format allows you to join one intensive for 7 days or both for a combined 14 days. We highly recommend you come for both to get the full benefit.
2 WEEKS
Combined Intensive
16-Day Intensive • Jan 4 – 20 2025
Join both intensives for a comprehensive 14-day journey that combines personal enlightenment with collective awakening. Save by registering for both sessions and immerse yourself fully in the transformative experience.
Non-Indian Price
$980 USD
Save $160
Indian Price
45000₹ INR
Save 11200₹
WEEK 1
Realize
The One Self
7-Day Intensive • Jan 4 – 12 2025
Embark on a personal journey towards enlightenment, where the focus is on transcending the ego and embracing a broader, more inclusive perspective of life. Through deep meditation and contemplative inquiry, you will dissolve the sense of a separate self and connect deeply with the cosmic process.
Non-Indian Price
$570 USD
Indian Price
28100₹ INR
WEEK 2
Catalyze Collective Awakening
7-Day Intensive • Jan 12 – 20 2025
Expand your spiritual awakening to include the entire spectrum of human endeavor and consciousness. This intensive focuses on collective enlightenment, fostering soulful collaboration and creating a ripple effect that touches the world with higher awareness.
Non-Indian Price
$570 USD
Indian Price
28100₹ INR
Dear Seeker,
I warmly invite you to join us for two extraordinary seven-day intensives where we will embark on a profound journey of spiritual awakening and inner transformation. This will be a unique time to experience a comprehensive and powerful transmission of evolutionary dharma. These intensives are designed to help you realize the spiritual power within you and in us, catalyzing profound inner growth and a deeper understanding of your True Self.
We will begin by laying a foundation of deep meditation, creating a sacred space where inner stillness and fullness can take root. The first week will enable you to build a solid foundation for a liberated sense of self—a sense of self that has the strength and ability to rise above the all of the traumas and neuroticism that all too often keep us trapped in victimization and a lack of fulfillment. How? Because you will invited to discover the part of yourself that is always already whole and complete—your True Self. The foundation we create together will be the fertile ground from which your spiritual practice will flourish, guiding you towards having your own experiences and insights of awakened mind.
Our journey together will not remain in the realms of ordinary experience. Indeed, as we deepen our practice, we will venture into higher, more subtle, dimensions of consciousness, where profound awakenings of spirit await. Here is where you will be able to plant your stake in enlightenment for yourself. How far you want to go is only determined by your own desire to be free, here and now. This is the first tenet of my teaching, Clarity of Intention, and you’ll find that unlocking this secret will open a clear path for your soul’s progress.
This work will lead us to see beyond our ordinary sense of self, palpably revealing that we are manifestations of a field of consciousness existing beyond time and space. From this perspective, our meditation becomes infused with a profound sense of wonder, openness, and freedom. By relaxing into a deep acceptance of reality as-it-is, you will become increasingly familiar with the powerful and unique presence of the True Self. This inner experience, if profound enough, has the power to permanently change you.
But this is only the beginning, what lies ahead are frontiers of consciousness just barely coming into view. In our second week we will harness the power of presence to observe the miraculous movements of consciousness between us, directing ourselves into collective heightened states of awareness. I call this intersubjective nonduality. This is a practice and process that is rarely spoken about or known, and almost too extraordinary to believe. You will be directly engaging in a new form of communication that makes it possible for us to experience emergent forms of collective consciousness. This is an experience of unimaginable new dimensions of creative potential.
These intensives are an opportunity for profound personal transformation; but also, a chance to contribute to the evolution of our collective consciousness. As we awaken together, it feels like we are creating ripples that extend far beyond ourselves, touching the world with the light of our higher awareness.
I look forward to embarking on this transformative journey with you, and witnessing the profound awakenings that await.
Sincerely,
Andrew Cohen
Teacher and Spiritual Director of Manifest Nirvana
“These teachings have profoundly reshaped my understanding of life. The concept of continuous spiritual evolution resonates deeply within me.”
Testimonial
Explore the One as the Many and the Many as the One.
INTENSIVE WEEK 1
Realize
The One Self
7-Day Intensive • Jan 4 – 12 2025
In the teachings of Evolutionary Enlightenment, one’s personal enlightenment is viewed not merely as a static state to be achieved but as a dynamic journey of continual unfolding. It’s about transcending the narrow confines of the ego and embracing a broader, more inclusive perspective of life and oneself. This approach invites us to discover and embody “The Authentic Self,” a distinct evolutionarily awakened expression of consciousness, unencumbered by the negative ego’s fears, desires, and delusions.
This journey towards enlightenment is deeply personal yet universal in its implications. It demands rigorous honesty, relentless inquiry, and a courageous willingness to let go of familiar but limiting patterns of thought and behavior. This path is not for the faint-hearted; it is a heroic journey that requires us to continually evolve beyond our comfort zones.
Through direct transmission available during satsang, the practices of meditation and contemplative inquiry, will come alive. And these practices will help you cultivate an awakened state of consciousness, where the sense of a separate self begins to dissolve, and a deeper connection to the cosmic process is revealed. This enlightened state is not an escape from the world but a deeper engagement with it, guided by wisdom and compassion.
INTENSIVE WEEK 2
Our Collective Awakening
7-Day Intensive • Jan 12 – 20 2025
Collective enlightenment expands beyond the individual’s spiritual awakening to include the entire spectrum of human life and consciousness. In this vision, enlightenment is not confined to individual realization but extends to the transformation of culture and society. As individuals awaken, they can form creative collectives that embody higher states of consciousness and act as catalysts for global transformation.
This collective enlightenment is about realizing our interdependence and acting from a place of deep responsibility to each other and the planet. It involves a shift from ego-driven competition to soulful collaboration, fostering an environment where spiritual and material progress are aligned.
This teaching emphasizes that an enlightened society is not utopian but practical, achievable through the evolution of consciousness and culture. It requires a radical shift in values—from self-centeredness to universal concern, from acquisition to altruism. By embracing these ideals, we can create a world that reflects our highest aspirations and spiritual truths, where peace and prosperity are not just for some, but for all. This is the profound promise of collective enlightenment—an awakened world, created through the synergy of enlightened minds and hearts.
This is an invitation to discover something deeper
This is not merely a retreat; it is an invitation to delve into the profound depths of your being and emerge with a true sense of clarity and connection.
A part of you is always already free
Deep within each of us lies an unbounded spirit, untouched by the trials and tribulations of daily life. This ever-present freedom is the essence of your True Self.
Meditation and Enlightenment are One
Meditation is more than a practice of concentration and relaxation; in the right context, it is the experience of enlightenment itself. When we meditate, we create profound space within and allow the True Self to become visible.
The whole universe is manifesting as your Authentic Self
In the grand tapestry of existence, the universe expresses itself uniquely through each one of us. Your Authentic Self is a reflection of this universal creativity—an individuated expression of the One Self. By embracing your true nature, you align with the cosmos, discovering a profound sense of purpose and belonging.
We can experience One Self together
Experience the power of collective awakening. By coming together in a community of like-minded seekers, we create a powerful field of shared intention and support. This collective experience amplifies our individual journeys, enabling us to reach deeper levels of realization than we could alone. But even more, we develop a capacity to experience new dimensions of intersubjective nonduality. Join us to experience the profound truth that we are all manifestations of the One Self, journeying together towards enlightenment.
Retreat Location
Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India
Resting near the foot of Arunachala, the great mountain that has been home to renowned realizers like Ramana Maharishi, is Manifest Nirvana. Manifest Nirvana is the home of Evolutionary Enlightenment and refuge to those seeking to discover their True Self.
Accommodations are not provided as part of registration. See below for recommended nearby lodging in walking and driving distance.
Manifest Nirvana Ashram
The Ashram has a stunning view of the surrounding farmlands, a local temple, and the esteemed Arunachala mountain.
Daily Schedule
Every day will be filled with practices and teachings. You’ll have a chance to engage with Andrew directly during periods of questions and answers.
Daily Meditation
Inspired Dharma Teachings
Authentic Spiritual Community
Enjoy Natural Beauty
Gourmet Vegetarian Meals
8:30am Breakfast
9:30am Satsang with Andrew
1:00pm Lunch
2:00pm-3:45pm Break
3:45pm Tea/Coffee
4:30pm Satsang with Andrew
7pm Dinner
8:30pm-9:30pm Meditation
The provided schedule is a sample and may change.
This is a path for all those genuinely aspiring towards liberation in this lifetime.
About Andrew Cohen
Andrew Cohen is a renowned nondual spiritual teacher and author, celebrated for his pioneering work in integral spirituality, what he calls Evolutionary Enlightenment. Andrew’s transformation was catalyzed with the meeting of his guru H.W.L. Poonja in 1986. Since that time, over the past three decades, he has inspired thousands of spiritual seekers worldwide through his teachings, lectures, and writings. Andrew’s approach emphasizes the integration of the traditional awakening to pure being with the realization of evolutionary becoming. His work explores the frontiers of collective awakening and deep responsibility and connection with the whole of our evolving world.
Andrew has engaged with leading thinkers and teachers exploring the great questions, expanding the dialogue on contemporary spirituality. His work demystifies traditional wisdom, making enlightenment relevant and accessible to modern seekers. Andrew’s teachings transcend conventional spiritual boundaries, advocating for cultural transformation as essential for shaping a positive future for humanity. His vision for a truly contemporary spirituality continues to inspire and challenge individuals to embrace their role in the collective evolution of consciousness.
A Transmission of Light
The teachings you’ll receive are direct transmissions from Andrew’s own authentic awakening, guided by the grace of his teacher H.W.L. Poonja, further inspired by the great realizers of Integral Yoga, Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, and enriched by the spiritual intellect of Integral philosopher Ken Wilber.
Ramana Maharshi
H.W.L. Poonja
Sri Aurobindo
The Mother
Ken Wilber
FAQs
Are accommodations included? Where do I stay?
As a first choice, we recommend the Gia Mantra Global Village, as this is on campus – contact Gia for bookings on +91 93634 78466.
Deluxe Rooms (Eco Village) NO AC
Single occupancy : 2250₹ per night
Double occupancy : 2750₹ per night
Deluxe Rooms (Eco Village) AC
Single occupancy : 2650₹ per night
Double occupancy : 3200₹ per night
Studio Rooms (accommodation ground floor) AC
Single occupancy : 2750₹ per night
Double occupancy : 3600₹ per night
Premium Studio Rooms (accommodation first floor) AC
Single occupancy : 3900₹ per night
Double occupancy : 5200₹ per night
If you plan to book a twin room together with a Sangha Member, please mention their name when you book at Gia Mantra. Manifest Nirvana is not involved in the booking process this time.
There are also many hotels and guesthouses in Tiruvannamalai catering for different budgets, below are a few suggestions. Bear in mind that for these you’ll need to get a Riksha/Scooter to get to the retreat.
Thai Residency
Are meals included?
Yes, all meals are included. If you are staying longer, there are also many great and inexpensive places to eat in and around Tiruvannamalai.
Am I expected to be there every day?
Yes. This is an educational intensive meant to accelerate your awakening. In that spirit you are expected to attend every day of the retreats you sign up for. You’ll find that they require your complete attention and full participation!
Do I need a VISA to travel to India and attend the intensive?
You, we recommend obtaining an e-visa for travel to India here:
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
Please check the Visa-regulations and durations for your country.
How do I get there? What airport should I arrive to?
Flights are either to Bangalore or Chennai. From Bangalore it is a 5-6 hour car journey depending on traffic, which costs around $100. From Chennai the car journey is 3-4 hours and costs around $70.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled 30+ days prior to the start of the event.
50% refunded if cancelled 7 days prior to the start of the event.
No refunds if cancelling less than 7 days prior to the start of the event.
Discover the secret of your innate freedom and experience the delight of your own Self’s recognition.
Event Details
Registration begins at 4pm the first day of the retreat, January 4 and January 12 respectively.
The first full day of each retreat starts in the morning after breakfast. (Jan 5 and Jan 13)
If you have booked both retreats, Jan 12 is a “free day”, without teachings. This is a day where people will be leaving and arriving.
The retreat takes place at the Manifest Nirvana Ashram in the Gia Mantra Global Village, Tiruvannamalai, India. If you have any questions please contact us by email.
The price excludes accommodation but includes all meals.
Full refund if cancelled 30+ days prior to the start of the event.
50% refunded if cancelled 7 days prior to the start of the event.
No refunds if cancelling less than 7 days prior to the start of the event.