Feb 26th, 2023 - SSSE Norwalk G2-G4, Practical Applications - Vidya Vahini Teachings
Sairams, Today we had an engaging lesson on the practical application of the learnings from the Vidya Vahini. Students were introduced to the Vahini Series and some history behind the Swami's writing and how they came to be. The following was the backdrop messages from the discussion. Students had a chance to discuss what each of these practical learnings mean to them in their lives today. They shared some examples and instances where these learnings can be applied and put to immediate use. "> We discussed the following practical learnings from the Vidhya Vahini with examples relevant to this age group and in their own lives: Faith ↑ = Benefits ↑ [Listen, practice, experience], [ then reflect ] Avoid being a prisoner to your senses Move from acquisition and accumulation to renouncement Happiness cannot be acquired through happiness ( Na sukhaath labhyathe sukham ) Happiness must be earned – by enduring unhappiness – untiring efforts towards achieving the trut...