{"id":327,"date":"2026-01-02T11:33:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T19:33:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trishna.com\/?page_id=327"},"modified":"2026-01-04T12:30:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T20:30:58","slug":"about-the-event","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/trishna.com\/?page_id=327","title":{"rendered":"Bandhura"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/?page_id=337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Apply\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Families-Event.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Families-Event.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/trishna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Families-Event-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trishna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Families-Event-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/trishna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Families-Event-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Apply to Attend<\/strong> <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family would like to be considered for this gathering, please <a href=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/?page_id=337\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">complete the application form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This unique family-centered gathering brings together singles and their parents for a weekend of reflection, connection, and meaningful conversations inspired by the <em>Bhagavad Gita<\/em>, guided through Eknath Easwaran\u2019s accessible and practical commentary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Singles and parents will participate in <strong>separate discussion tracks<\/strong>, giving each group the space to explore spiritual teachings, personal values, and relationship perspectives in a comfortable and supportive environment. Everyone will stay in the same venue, creating a warm, shared community atmosphere where families can connect informally throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the event, singles who choose to participate will be paired based on <strong>mutual preference<\/strong> to explore <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arthur Aron\u2019s 36 Questions<\/a><\/strong>\u2014a structured conversation practice shown to deepen emotional connection. This activity is entirely optional and designed to encourage thoughtful, authentic dialogue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gathering is not a matchmaking service. It is a <strong>values-based, spiritually grounded space<\/strong> for families and singles to reflect, learn, and meet others with shared intentions, rooted in the wisdom of the Gita and the spirit of mindful connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community Focus for Our First Gathering<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For this inaugural event, we are focusing on singles and families with roots in <strong>Andhra Pradesh and Telangana<\/strong> \u2014 for example, where you, your parents, or your grandparents were raised or educated. Starting with a shared cultural background helps us create a comfortable, cohesive environment for both singles and parents as we refine this unique event format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We look forward to expanding participation to a broader community in future gatherings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family meets the eligibility criteria and feels aligned with the spirit of this gathering, we warmly invite you to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#x1f449; <a href=\"https:\/\/trishna.com\/?page_id=337\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Complete the Application.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apply to Attend If your family would like to be considered for this gathering, please complete the application form. 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