Spiritual Evening Discussion - The Science of Happiness

About this event

Led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana, senior nun of Sri Sarada Math FROM 7PM: Join us in person for Silent Meditation and discussion at Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Road, Croydon, NSW, OR FROM 7.30 PM join via ZOOM for the discussion Discussion Themes: So many factors contribute to our happiness and general state of mind but given the fickleness of the external world, inner happiness is our only reliable source for a steady path through life. Learn more in the discussion: • CULTURING AWARENESS: In Cultured Awareness, we are less identified with objects, thoughts and emotions, leading to an uncluttered mind not weighed down or drained by unnecessary thoughts. We'll have more energy for ourselves and others. • VEDANTA’S THREEFOLD METHOD FOR SELF-KNOWLEDGE: By (i) nurturing positive, strengthening thoughts; (ii) by reinforcing them through steady vigilance - chasing away the negative ones - we'll (iii) cultivate the right mental state to intuit reality through deeper meditation. • MIND TURNED INWARD: If we practice meditation regularly and sincerely, we will find we're increasingly in charge of our minds. Our powers of attention focused. Through Yoga, our very thought processes can be made objective and studied. Teachings. Learn more in the Discussion Drawing on the book: Science of Happiness –According to Yoga Vedanta by Pravrajika Divyanandaprana: A compilation of her talks given to students at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology in New Delhi in 2018 Pravrajika Divyananandaprana is a nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. Thousands view her talks on YouTube. Our discussions tap into the wisdom of major world faiths and thinkers, relating them to our daily life. You're welcome to share your insights, experiences, and doubts with the group. We're a multicultural group of varying ages, including our Vedanta Society members and friends. We always welcome new faces and hear new perspectives. For more details about us and our activities visit: Vedanta Society of NSW Website: [Website](www.saradavedanta.org)