My experience with SSS Soul Blossom programme - Bandana Gautam, Sai Youth

Om Shree Sairam!

My humble pranam at the divine lotus feet of Bhagwan Shree Sanjay Sai Baba.

I am Bandana Gautam from the Soul Blossom Class, Holland Chapter. I would like to share my experience about the Soul Blossom Class and my beloved school, Shree Sanjay Sai Vidhya Mandir.

As a student of the Shree Sanjay Sai Soul Blossom Class, my experience has been very different from that of other classes. I first learned about this class through my mother when I was studying in Grade 6. Now, I am in Grade 11, and time has passed very quickly. Initially, I was not very interested in attending the class. However, as time went by, I gradually began to understand the purpose, vision, and dreams of Bhagwan Baba and Guru Daju.

The Soul Blossom Class has brought many positive changes into my life. It has helped me develop a positive mindset and increased my self-confidence, enabling me to communicate more freely with others. Through the Heartwork activities, I have also improved my writing and drawing skills. Most importantly, the class has guided me in developing good values and becoming a better person.

Regarding my education, I completed my SEE (Grade 10) from Shree Sanjay Sai Vidhya Mandir and I am currently studying +2 at Khwopa Secondary School. The environments of these two institutions are very different. During my time at Shree Sanjay Sai Vidhya Mandir, I truly enjoyed every moment. I created countless memories with my friends, teachers, juniors, seniors, and the entire SSSVM family.

One of the greatest lessons I learned from my school is that character is more important than academic achievement alone. In college, I have not yet built as many close friendships, and I have noticed that the behavior of many students is quite different from that of my school friends. People often argue over small matters and speak negatively about others, which I do not appreciate.

Among all the educational institutions I have attended, Shree Sanjay Sai Vidya Mandir remains the best. The school focuses not only on academic excellence but also on character building and spiritual development through activities such as Veda chanting, bhajans, and value-based education. These experiences have played a significant role in shaping my personality and values.

I am deeply grateful to be a student of Shree Sanjay Sai Vidya Mandir and a member of the Shree Sanjay Sai Soul Blossom Family. They have profoundly shaped my life and guided me toward becoming who I am today. I promise myself that I will always cherish these precious experiences and never forget the lessons, values, and memories I have gained from them.

Thank you Swami.