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Swami Mukundananda conducts Science of Happiness lecture series
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Swami Mukundananda conducted a seven-day Life Transformation Program from May 31-to June 6 at the Hindu Temple of Florida in Tampa. The program included energizing yoga, mindful meditation and enthralling discourses, revealing techniques to achieve true happiness, ultimate success and perfect balance in life.
Swami Mukundananda began the lecture by highlighting the illusive nature of happiness. He then revealed the Science of Happiness as laid out and prescribed in the Vedic scriptures. Swamiji elaborated on the esoteric Vedic aphorisms using contemporary examples and shared practical tools and techniques needed to maintain a positive frame of mind in daily lives.
Each day, morning walks were hosted at various locations in the Tampa Bay area. Swamiji answered questions and clarified doubts for participants.
A special morning walk and picnic with Swamiji was also held to raise awareness and garner support for the ‘Education and Healthcare for the Underprivileged’ – a JKYog initiative to improve the quality of life of individuals impacted by lack of resources and infrastructure in rural India. https://www.jkyog.org/walkforeducationandhealthcare/
Swami Mukundananda is the founder of JKYog, international authority on mind management, IIT and IIM alumnus and a best-selling author. Along with workshops offered in major cities in the U.S., JKYog has numerous online offerings (https://www.jkyog.org). Also, there are JKYog Satsang Centers in many cities. Contact Dale/Bill (727-313-1887) or Simmy (813-300-0584) to connect with the Tampa JKYog center.
Attendee testimonials
Meera Rajadhyaksha:
“May 31ist evening started with a blissful discourse and Kirtan by Swamiji. Carrying this happiness through the night, morning walks/breakfast with Swamiji was even more enchanting bringing undeniable cheer. I loved how Swamiji started the discourses addressing us as ‘Divine Souls’. We are feeling truly blessed with his presence in the Tampa Bay area. Looking forward to the program next year and hoping to continue to practice spirituality with the local JKYog community in the meantime.”
David Kastner:
“Swami Mukundananda offers a week-long program that is both refreshing and enlightening. Pearls of wisdom presented describe methods to maintain and enhance happiness in one’s life. Over the course of a single week, participants in the lecture series can learn practical methods for dealing with adversity, essentially providing a positive solution to experiences that might impair the growth of happiness in life. Highly recommended!”
Punam Parekh:
“For years, I have been trying to find true happiness. As with many, I have been focusing on the externals ... more money, recognition, relationships, etc. However, I have come to learn and realize through Swamiji's lectures that these only provide temporary happiness. The only way in which one can gain true contentment is by establishing his or her relationship with God. This will not only provide us with bliss in this lifetime but will carry with us after we depart this world.”
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA HELD IN TAMPA
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The 8th International Day of Yoga was celebrated with great fanfare on June 12 at India Cultural Center (ICC) in Tampa. It began with a short prayer and lighting of diya lamps.
After a short welcome speech, Chakara-dhyana and Prana-kriya were presented. A bigger dose of Prana (vitality) was received by the participants in the next session with the practice of Anulom-Vilom, Kapalabathi and Bastrika pranayama techniques. Thereafter, there was a gentle session on chanting with awareness of breath and how it helps to quieten the mind.
During a vigorous session on Hatha yoga (postures), participants stretched and worked their joints and muscles. A presentation on “Gut Health and Nutrition” with slides and live demo captivated the attention of the audience. An effective session on “Laughter Yoga” helped the participants chuckle their worries away followed by meditation. After almost three hours of activity to the mind, body and soul, attendees were led into a deep relaxation.
The program concluded with lunch prepared by the Hindu Temple of Florida and Nritya (dance) yoga performed by children.