Hello, In browsing posts on FFL, I came across a link to ILA. I have some questions and hope to engage in a conversation about ILA.
The ILA site shows artist rendition of future campus. The "future campus" makes it sound like something planned. However, other material on the site make it sound like an active program. So my first question, what is the current status and size of the ILA program? Anyone on FFL participating? If so, how do you like it? What is the program? -- hours, general schedule / practices, etc. Site says acceptance in IAA and current Dome Badge is required for governors and sidhas -- though not meditators. What are the current requirements for Dome Badge? (and is IAA acceptance the same as having Dome Badge). I understand, at least in the past, (relatively strict) good standing in TMO is required, including not seeing other teachers. Is review of Dome Badge qualification dealt with on a case-by-case basis, a total situation appraisal, or is it a rigid checklist? (See background below.) Do original Governor courses still qualify one as a Governor? If not, what additional courses are needed? And it appears meditators can participate in ILA. If I don't still qualify for governor programs, can I participate simply as a meditator. What is the daily program for meditators? Are all the direct fees for ILA included in the housing fee (I understand food and transportation are participant's responsibility) Some background to help put my questions in context. I am a meditator, teacher (not recertified), governor (from original courses) but have not been active with TMO for a long time. The last TM center I visited was probably 1995 to see some visiting pundits and a week at (former) AV clinic in Pacific Palisades in late 90's before it was sold. I lived in FF for a few months when it first opened. I taught full time for several years in mid 70's and part-time for several years prior. I have done long programs. I participated in three TM courses lasting six months and various shorter ones. I lived with a group of Sidhas in first few years of the program doing group program regularly. I attended various large assemblies in the early years. I had good standing in TMO when I was active for over 10 years. I am not active with any other self-development / spiritual groups, though over the years I took a few courses here and there. My participation was quite limited and I am not currently active with any group or other practice. And I have read a number of posts on FLL. And participated in FFL somewhat in its early years. Thanks. Sky
