Yes, they are.
His ban on proselytizing, directing that their lives be more of an example of his teachings that preaching his words, was brilliant. The people I met were all very happy to discuss Baba- and sometimes even to tell some rather rude and funny stories on him- without pushing anything. They were genuinely curious as to my thoughts, without judging. It was a really great experience.

Then again, I do tend to stand out in that crowd- I'm tall, male, white, relatively young and more than happy to converse. Most of who I met there were either Indians or middle aged or elderly people. When I told the story of how I found the place they were mesmerized. And when I spoke of my own ideas they were really interested. I suspect it's rare that they get younger people coming in off the beach.
( The Resident Loon Not a demographic. Do not measure., Fri 20 Mar 2009, 21:07, Reply)