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1. Does you partner / spouse / parent / significant other support you in your desire to study?

2. Why do you want to study Ayurveda, Yoga, Vedanta? Please describe in detail including commenting on any previous experience of study in this field or related fields?

3. Do you plan to make a career out of what you study at the Gurukula (or enhance your existing one) and if so, in what manner?

4. What are your short term and long term with your own health and well being?

5. Would you say you lead a spiritual life? If so, write a short note on spirituality, what it means to you, and its pursuit in your life.

6. How many hours a week will you commit to your study, reading, practice, homework and contemplation? How will you accommodate this on a regular basis in your life? Please note that this Gurukula program will require a commitment of at least 16 hours as month of classes, plus specified weekends and at  least 3-5 hours a week of reading and homework, in addition personal practice and reflection.

7. Please describe your understanding of the Gurukula style of learning and how it differs from a university or diploma course and why it appeals to you?

8. Do you have any familiarity with Sanskrit? If no, would you like to learn Sanskrit?

9. Will you be living in San Francisco Bay Area throughout 2008? Do your other commitments require you to travel out of town frequently?