Emergency Preparedness Wing
Spiritual Preparation
In today’s murli (Sunday 13th April 2025, original date 31st Dec. 2004),
BapDada asks us to reflect on four key aspects of intense effort-making:
To be an instrument—In service, in my stage, in my relationships and connections, in all my activities, do I see myself as an instrument of God, serving in His task? - Nimit
To practice humility—Am I able to remain humble, free from the consciousness of “I” and “mine,” even in its royal and subtle forms? - Nirman
To be an instrument for renewal—Am I ready to constantly renew myself, shedding the old and embracing the new to order to renew the world? - Nirmaan
To be beyond sound—Am I able to rise above the noise of worldly distractions and reach a state of peace and stillness to reach the land beyond sound? - Nirvana
Can I stay in this stage of being beyond sound in order to also liberate the souls of the world who are crying out for liberation?
Do I have all these four aspects in practical life to be an intense effort-maker?
Let us sit comfortably…
Begin by taking a deep, slow breath in… and breathe out softly.
Feel your body relax completely.
Let the mind become quiet, light, and free.
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Now, in your mind’s eye, visualize a soft, beautiful light above you — the Light of Bapdada.
Feel His gaze… full of mercy and unconditional love… resting upon you.
In this gaze, there is no judgment — only deep understanding and love.
Allow your heart to absorb this pure, healing light.
Feel yourself becoming lighter, purer, more peaceful.
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Gently expand your vision outward…
Visualize the souls of the world — many searching for peace, many tired, many yearning for liberation.
Even nature itself longs for renewal.
Feel mercy arising within you — a deep wish to bring peace to every soul, to soothe the tiredness of the earth.
Now, softly ask yourself:
What small concerns still bind me to the old world?
What distractions still occupy space in my mind?
See yourself gently releasing these things, one by one.
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Remember…I am a free soul. I am detached and loving.
I belong to Baba, and Baba belongs to me.
Feel your inner attitude becoming vast and unlimited — filled with disinterest from waste and attraction to the pure.
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In your mind’s eye, see a beautiful golden key shining in your hand — the key of unlimited disinterest.
Know that this key opens the gates of liberation for yourself and for the world.
Visualize yourself standing before the world, offering this light, this key, to all.
Now, come into the awareness of being a point of light — a soul.
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In one second, put a full stop to all other thoughts.
Remember: I am a soul. I am Baba’s. Baba is mine.
Rest for a few moments in this sweet, silent awareness.
Go-To Emergency Bag: Be Prepared for Any Situation
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As per latest scientific news from UN Climate and Biodiversity Conferences, the planet is at the brink of collapse. Such a disaster can disrupt essential services such as water and food supplies, electricity, healthcare, sewage/garbage removal, transportation and communications.
We are all aware about the time we are living in. So, it makes sense to be prepared mentally and physically as best as possible.
Be Ready - Be Steady - Stay Calm
Why Do You Need an Emergency Bag?
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Emergencies often demand immediate evacuation or shelter-in-place actions, leaving little to no time for gathering supplies. An emergency bag ensures that:
An Emergency Bag…
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WHAT IS IT?
A portable emergency kit with essential supplies to help you survive for at least 72 hours.
WHEN IS IT NEEDED?
In the event of an emergency that requires you to evacuate your home / work or any shelter in place.
Emergency Bag vs. Bug-Out Bag vs. Car Kit
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Emergency Bag: For short-term, immediate use (a few hours).
Is meant to help you return home or to a safe location after an emergency.
It is usually smaller and lighter, making it easier to carry quickly and for longer periods.
Bug-Out Bag (BOB): More comprehensive for long-term survival (upto 72 hrs.)
It contains more supplies and is designed to sustain you if you need to evacuate your home and reach a safe location.
Car Emergency Kit: Focuses on road safety (jumper cables, tools, etc.).
Where Should You Keep It?
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Since you do not know where you will be when an emergency occurs, prepare supplies for:
Where Should You Keep It?
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HOME
Keep this kit in a designated place and have it ready in case you have to leave your home quickly.
Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept.
AT WORK
Be prepared to shelter at work for at least 24 hours. Your work kit should include food, water and other necessities like medicines, as well as comfortable walking shoes, stored in a “grab and go” case.
IN YOUR CAR
In case you are stranded, keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car.
What to keep in your car: https://www.ready.gov/car
Essential Item in the Bag - 12 areas
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Getting our bags ready in three sessions:
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SESSION 1: 04/13
SESSION 2: 04/27
SESSION 3: 05/11
Water
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HOW MUCH?
Food
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Have a three-day supply of nonperishable items e.g.
Cooking
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Hygiene and Sanitation
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Hygiene
Sanitation:
Customizing Your Emergency Bag
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(ensure supplies are fresh and up-to-date).
How to Assemble & Maintain a Go Bag in 4 steps
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Choose a sturdy, lightweight backpack.
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Gather essentials based on your needs.
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Check supplies regularly. Replace expired food, batteries, etc.
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Keep it in an accessible location.
Quick Checklist for Your Go-To Emergency Bag
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FOOD / WATER AND COOKING
Quick Checklist for Your Go-To Emergency Bag
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HYGIENE AND SANITATION
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Challenge
Let’s get ready!!
We encourage you to take the next two weeks to begin building your go-to bag.
Stay tuned for the second and third segments!
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Something to ponder on…
If you had to evacuate your home in 5 minutes,
what 3 things would you grab?
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Shopping links 1: Water and Go-to Bag
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Shopping links 2: Cooking
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Additional Learning Resources:
See you on
SUNDAY, 27TH APRIL AT 3:00 PM, EST
for Part 2 of the Go-To Bag series.
Meeting ID: 898 5015 1612
Password: ready