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Making us all think! The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens.

24/04/2026

In Newbury, a dedicated community is transforming local social wellbeing by practicing the principles of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s **Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself**.
This initiative focuses on the "biological upgrade" required to move from a stress-based existence to one of intentional creation.
# # # The Rider and the Horse
Central to this practice is a guiding principle often shared by Abdul Baha:
> """The spirit is the rider, and the body is the steed. If the steed is strong and the rider is weak, then the horse will go wherever it wishes; but if the rider is strong and the steed is weak, then the horse cannot go fast enough. Therefore, both must be strong."
— 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Paris Talks
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# # # Themes of Transformation
The Newbury group anchors their practice on three key themes:
* *Neuroplasticity:* Consciously interrupting "the habit of being yourself" to prune old neural pathways and wire new ones.
* *The Quantum Model:* Aligning clear intention (the rider) with elevated emotion (the heart) to signal the quantum field/Holy spirit.
* *Overcoming the Body:* Training the body to no longer be the master, moving beyond the "Big Three": Body, Environment, and Time.
# # # Social Wellbeing
By mastering the "horse," individuals stop leaking energy to stress and reactivity. This creates *Collective Coherence*—a state where personal peace radiates outward, lowering the "social temperature" of the community. As members gather for group meditations, they foster a culture of vulnerability and resilience, proving that when the "rider" takes control, the entire community moves toward a healthier,abundant future.
Would you like to explore how these "rider and horse" sessions in your community?
Contact us.

21/04/2026

In honor of the Bahà’í Festival Riḍván!

21/04/2026

“This is the Day whereon every sweet smelling thing hath derived its fragrance from the smell of My garment—a garment that hath shed its perfume upon the whole of creation. This is the Day whereon the rushing waters of everlasting life have gushed out of the Will of the All-Merciful. Haste ye, with your hearts and souls, and quaff your fill, O Concourse of the realms above!”

Baháʼu’lláh

20/04/2026

Cluster Reflection Meeting – April 18, 2026✨

Inspired by one another’s efforts, stories, and shared experiences, we gathered to reflect on what it truly means to live a pattern of Bahá’í life within our neighbourhoods and communities. The meeting was both a space for deep learning and joyful celebration, as we looked back on the achievements of the past four years. We left with renewed vigour and enthusiasm, energized to do more, to learn more, and to move forward with clarity of purpose after taking time to reflect, consult, and plan together in our groups and individually. There is so much to look forward to.
For more photos, visit here:
https://tvbahai.org.uk/2026/04/20/cluster-reflection-meeting-april-18-2026/

16/04/2026

and , two young Baha’is in Kerman, have been subjected to torture for several weeks. Their cases raise grave concern over the escalating persecution facing the Bahá’ís in Iran, as authorities seek to scapegoat them in a moment of national crisis.

Please help share their stories. 🙏

15/04/2026

Please help share the story of Borna Naimi, a young Bahá’í detained in Iran.

14/04/2026

Stanwood Cobb, the renowned educator, wrote,

‘This philosophy of joy was the keynote of all of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s teaching.

“Are you happy?” was His frequent greeting to His visitors.

“Be happy!” ‘Those who were unhappy (and who of us are not at times!) would weep at this. And ‘Abdu’l-Bahá would smile as if to say, “

Yes, weep on. Beyond the tears is sunshine.”

‘And sometimes He would wipe away with His own hands the tears from their wet cheeks, and they would leave His presence transfigured.’ In California it was observed that ‘despite the Master’s fatigue at times, and His physical ailments, He welcomed everyone with a beaming smile, and in His pleasing and vibrant voice would ask,

“Are you happy?”’

Source: Vignettes from the Life of 'Abdu'l-Baha
https://bahai-library.com/pdf/h/honnold_vignettes_life_abdul-baha.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawRKx6xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFCTHY4MjBaOHdUdGFhUm9kc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHurzWDsVV8b0FcMJlxIeKFAKoQxp-ZzW4zJAKy6hAySE_PK5y7LCihMxCG_Z_aem_HMgwyIDgo8NZR9hYQi5THw

12/04/2026

⭐On behalf of the Baha’i Community of Newbury, Anthony Fleming attended a UNA (United Nations Association) meeting at St. John’s Church Room to discuss the branch’s future.

The Mayor, Councillor David Harman, welcomed members, describing the UNA as a bridge between local and global communities. MP Lee Dillon highlighted the importance of connecting Newbury with the wider world and the United Nations Association, describing it as “a place where people that care can meet, share ideas and take action,” continuing a tradition since 1946.

11/04/2026

We must not consider any soul as barren or deprived. Our duty lies in educating souls so that the Sun of the bestowals of God shall become resplendent in them, and this is possible through the power of the oneness of humanity. The more love is expressed among mankind and the stronger the power of unity, the greater will be this reflection and revelation, for the greatest bestowal of God is love. Love is the source of all the bestowals of God. Until love takes possession of the heart, no other divine bounty can be revealed in it.

Abdu’l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace.

08/04/2026

"The world of man is sick, and that competent Physician knoweth the cure, arising as He doth with teachings, counsels and admonishments that are the remedy for every pain, the healing balm to every wound. It is certain that the wise physician can diagnose his patient’s needs at any season, and apply the cure. Wherefore, relate thou the Teachings of the Abhá Beauty to the urgent needs of this present day, and thou wilt see that they provide an instant remedy for the ailing body of the world. Indeed, they are the elixir that bringeth eternal health."

‘Abdu’l‑Bahá,

05/04/2026

"The Institution of Ḥuqúqu'lláh will, during the course of this Dispensation, contribute towards the spiritualization of humanity through the promotion of a new attitude to the acquisition and use of material resources. It will provide the material resources necessary for great collective enterprises designed to improve all aspects of life; and will be a powerful element in the growth of a world civilization".

(12 January 2003, written by the Universal House of Justice to the Deputies and Representatives of the institution of Ḥuqúqu'lláh)

Read more here: 🪴
https://tvbahai.org.uk/2026/02/20/reflection-on-the-law-and-institution-of-%e1%b8%a5uququllah/

03/04/2026

Dr. Farzin Rahmani’s "A Life in Service: It All Began with Medicine" is now available.
Over many years working with communities around the world, Dr. Rahmani observed that while people from diverse cultures often come together with good intentions, true cooperation does not always come easily. In his memoir, he reflects on the simple truth that, despite different lands, languages, and traditions, humanity shares the same small planet, the same hopes for future generations, and the same ultimate destiny. Diversity enriches life, but it is unity and the recognition of our shared humanity that create lasting harmony.
Read more here: 🌿
https://tvbahai.org.uk/2026/04/03/a-life-in-service-it-all-began-with-medicine/

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