Nishit invited everyone to join a free global online event, Festivity 2024, on Sunday. The event would include singing a song, reciting a poem, or simply delivering festive greetings. Nishit wished everyone a very merry Christmas and encouraged them to participate in the event.

In the meeting, the team discussed the festive season and the importance of unity, love, and compassion. They reflected on the accomplishments of the year and looked forward to the new year with renewed hope and commitment. The team also discussed the contributions of various members, including Dr. Kailash Parik, Sam, Dr. Amrita Sharma, Dr. Lakshmi Vyas, Lata, and Deepak. They shared messages of joy, love, and harmony, and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The team also discussed the differences in celebrating festivities between London and Mumbai.

Meenakshi from Kenya was recognized by the President of Kenya with a national honor for her decades of community service work. Meenakshi has been the East Africa coordinator for Healing Our Earth since the start of the pandemic. The group celebrated her award and heard from her about receiving it. Reena from Israel shared about the meaning of Hanukkah traditions like the menorah and dreidel game, explaining how the celebration represents miracles and light overcoming darkness. Her parents joined from Spain and shared wisdom about making space for others and reducing one’s ego. Various participants congratulated Meenakshi and Reena, sharing appreciation for their work with Healing Our Earth over the past year. Dr. Naveen Gupta closed by bidding farewell to Healing Our Earth in 2024 and welcoming it anew in 2025 as an international platform.

In the meeting, UK I discussed the old and new paradigms of health and medicine, emphasizing the importance of understanding the mind’s connection to the brain and body. He also shared his personal journey and experiences, including his connection to Neil and his role in the healing of Earth. UK I also mentioned his upcoming 50th year in Ayurveda and his plans to celebrate it with Neil. LONDON Nil then introduced Mala, Anjali, and Meeta, highlighting their various skills and contributions. Mala emphasized the importance of action and positivity, while Anjali showcased her singing talent. Meeta, who was connected remotely, was unable to hear the meeting due to sound issues. The conversation ended with a meditation session led by SCOTLAND, followed by a discussion on the benefits of meditation and Ayurveda for promoting good health.

In the meeting, the participants shared their wishes for the New Year, with a focus on peace, unity, and harmony. They also celebrated the festive season with songs and mantras. Dr. Naveen Gupta shared his wisdom on staying active and engaged, while Kailash discussed the importance of making small changes to heal the Earth. The group also discussed the upcoming Bhakti Yoga session and the need for detoxing the mind. Mala announced a clothing drive for the Rotary Club, and the group discussed their plans for the New Year.

The group discussed ways to enjoy festive celebrations while staying healthy. Sam shared his tradition of steaming vegetables and avoiding overcooking to preserve nutrients. Rekha gives chocolate and cups to a nearby children’s school every year, seeing it as investing in the future. Mala volunteers at a center for the elderly and hosts neighbors for a seafood platter before walking to see Christmas lights. Lata attends a Rotary Club lunch and sees the London lights with family. Sam focuses on promoting health through daily yoga classes. Dr. Amrita enjoys plum cake, church gatherings, and activities at the University of Surrey to include international students. Rekha sang a song for her daughter. The group reflected on the importance of simple acts of kindness and the unifying spirit of festivals across cultures.

Scotland reflects on the sacrifices and struggles that previous generations of immigrants faced to establish themselves in their new country. He emphasizes the importance of sharing these experiences with the younger generation so they understand the value of hard work. He also advises against giving away all one’s wealth prematurely as people are living longer these days. Kamlesh shares her experiences of feeling lonely and disconnected during the holidays due to her age and disability. Dr. Amrita highlights memorable episodes from the past year, covering diverse topics like health, environment, human values, and community engagement. Meeta poses festive trivia questions related to Christmas traditions and history.

The meeting began with a warm welcome and a message from Girish, who expressed his gratitude for the love and support he has received from the family. He also shared his prayer for peace, love, and kindness in the world. The family then celebrated Christmas with a beautiful mashup of “Silent Night” by Geri, which was well-received by everyone. The family also discussed the importance of spreading love and light throughout the year, and the need for a recorded version of the mashup to share with the Healing Our Earth community. The conversation ended with a welcome to Sharon, who shared her prayer for the return of light and the lifting of the frequency of all humanity in 2025.

In the meeting, Sharron expressed her joy and gratitude for being part of the group, emphasizing the importance of integrating wisdom from various traditions. She shared her excitement about her upcoming movie, “Quantum Chi,” and her husband’s new film, “The Clockwork Orange.” Sharron also discussed her plans to teach at a conference in June and her interest in exploring the intersection of Qigong and forest bathing. The group also discussed the benefits of intermittent fasting and the importance of prana in maintaining health. Sharron shared her plans to integrate various dance forms into her practice and encouraged others to keep moving for their health.

In the meeting, Dr. Amrita Sharma shared her reflections on the year, emphasizing the need for global citizens to rise above the bloodshed and disturbances around the world. She highlighted the importance of kindness and the need to remember our human nature of being kind. She also mentioned her work with the Religious Life and Belief Center at the University of Surrey, where she and other chaplains provide free services to students. Urmila then shared a song, which was originally sung by Shubha Lakshmiji at a UN conference. The song emphasized the importance of working together, being kind, and promoting peace. Lataji then sang a song about the development of relationships and the need for peace and harmony. Sharron shared her reflections on the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, emphasizing the importance of peace and unity. She also mentioned her work on a music video for her film, which features Chinese women doing Qigong and playing musical instruments. The conversation ended with Lataji wishing everyone a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Nishit then thanked everyone for their participation and wished them a safe and inspiring holiday season. The conversation ended with everyone wishing each other a happy holiday season.