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‘Ever since I did the Quantum Method Course, I have been hearing about the Quantum Meditation Resort in Lama and imagining what it would be like. But what I experienced in reality surpassed my imagination’, said Afroza Begum , a housewife and a graduate of the 263rd batch, after coming back from the Lama Fateha Tour held  from January 24 to 27. The program is held every month and provides an opportunity for Quantum Graduates and Associates to experience what the Resort has to offer within a short time in the company of like-minded people. This time, 74 graduates and associates from Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet and Laxmipur participated in the tour, and enjoyed the cultural program presented by Shishu Kanon students, an adventurous trip to Chiching Phak, and meditation at Jable Shams (The Sun Hill), not to mention the deeply moving Feteha prayers. All participants said they enjoyed themselves immensely despite the cold wave. The next tour starts on February 14 from Dhaka.

With the combined contributions from all of you, we were able to distribute 7396 kilograms of meat (from 64 cows and 6 lambs) among 4088 impoverished families Lama, Bandarban during this year’s Eid ul Ajha.

It is hard to imagine, being here in the town, how much this humble effort means to the local people. Most of the families in the areas surrounding the Quantum Meditation Resort get to have meat only once a year, so they wait eagerly for this day. We hand out tokens to ensure discipline in the meat distribution process. One family’s token had been accidentally torn into 3 or 4 pieces, but they had carefully sewn the pieces together so that the token could be presented and the meat would not be missed.

This year, the Chairman of the Soroi Union, Mr. Mohammad Ali joined in the celebrations, so did the son and representative of the local Bo Mong king, Honorable Chohla Pru Jimmy. The chairman pledged to have his own sacrifice in the Lama Meditation Resort next year. Honorable Chohla Pru Jimmy expressed his pleasure and surprise in the way a Muslim religious festival has become an occasion of joy for Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, and Christians alike.

The pro Quantiers (Quantum volunteers) in charge of the processing, packaging and distribution process worked together like a well-oiled machine to complete everything in surprisingly short time. The sacrificing started at 8:14, and the processing and packaging was complete by 1:45. The distribution amongst the token holders was over in just 17 minutes after in started at 1:52.

This shows once again that with unity, good intentions and an effective system, one can make the seemingly impossible, possible. For many Quantiers, the experience was an invaluable lesson in effective service, and one of the most meaningful Eids of their lives.

Deciding to have our sacrifices in Lama does not cost us any extra money, but makes a real difference in the lives of many. We hope next year more of us will participate in this rewarding program.

We are very happy to inform you that, the students of Quantum Shishu Kanon won the parade and display competitions in both Lama thana and Bandarban district for the 5th time in a row. The competitions are organized on Victory Day each year by the government.

‘I have attended many Quantum programs, but I have never felt the kind of belongingness I feel now’, said a pro-Quantier (Quantum volunteer) at the end of the Special Three Day Programs for Pro-Quantiers in the Meditation Hall of Quantum Meditation Resort in Lama held on December 18-20.

More than 160 young pro-Quantiers gathered from various parts of the country including Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Sylhet, Jessore, Khulna, Bogra , Borishal, Naogaon to take part in the program designed to help them develop their talents, skills and personalities and become more effective in personal and professional lives. The program consisted of several presentations on a variety of topics such as positive and negative resonance, the way to develop skills and versatility, public relations and speaking, balancing work and family, overcoming ego, achieving unity, Quantum Foundation’s uniqueness, etc. There was also detailed discussion on the qualities and traits of a smart pro-Quantier. Various members of the Foundation’s core group of speakers made the presentations.

The program also included sessions in which the participants got the chance to sharpen their public speaking skills by making a short presentation on a topic of their choice.  At the end of program there was a cultural show presented by the participants. The participants showed their immense promise in both events.

The tremendous impact of the program could be seen in dedication, unity and efficiency of the Pro-Quantiers during Qurbani the next day. Where it takes us almost all day to process and distribute the meat of one cow at our homes, each group of Quantiers and butchers processed one cow per hour (12 cows per hour in total) in Lama. What was amazing is that someone who wouldn’t even touch raw meat at home participated in the whole process with obvious enjoyment.

We hope and pray that the Almighty helps us all become better servers.