Ways to stay positive in the midst of a storm April 23, 2021, 8:10 PM IST
Jaya Row
The world has been going through an unprecedented crisis for over a year. Just when we thought the worst was over, the second wave has hit us. When the outlook is all gloom and doom, even the most optimistic among us find it difficult to remain cheerful.
We cannot take the virus lightly. It continues to inflict untold misery on people the world over. However, getting drawn into a negative mindset can be counterproductive. You need to keep track of developments on the coronavirus to take proactive steps. But you do not need to be obsessed over it. Focus on the positives to gain the vitality and resolve to weather the storm. Here are some things you can do to remain calm.
Gita enthusiasts across the globe participating in the Grand JKYog International Gita Festival ANI | Updated: Mar 13, 2021 18:31 IST
New Delhi [India], March 13 (ANI/India PR Distribution): JKYOG is conducting the biggest online event the International Gita Festival to celebrate the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita! As a prelude to this grand festival, JKYog conducted 20+ creative contests on the Holy Bhagavad Gita in February and March 2021.
Hundreds of children, youth, and adults from all over the world enthusiastically partook in creative contests, which include: Gita Recitation, Divine Jeopardy, Identifying the Verse by the Meaning, Identifying the Meaning by the Verse, Prepared Speech, Spelling Contest, Sketching, Craft Making, Designing, etc.
Wake-up inspired on a daily basis January 9, 2021, 7:29 AM IST
By Jaya Row
Wouldn’t it be great to wake up inspired and end the day feeling fulfilled with the work done?
As we begin the year 2021 with new hopes and renewed enthusiasm, let us look back to our ancient texts for answers. In the Bhagwad Gita, Krishna holds out the promise of victory to a depressed Arjuna who had all but given up on life. By the end of the sermon, Arjuna stands up, fights his battle and wins it. We too have our battles to fight and hurdles to cross. The Gita reaches out to us, lifts us out of despair and empowers us to emerge victorious.
William Shakespeare seemed to echo the central theme of the Bhagavad Gita when he said in As You Like It ‘All the world’s a stage, And all men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances.’. The Bhagavad Gita speaks of Sakshi Bhava or ‘witness-like attitude’ as a measure of spiritual growth. Objectivity is the key to material success, happiness as well as growth to one’s potential. It lends joy and happiness in life. You enjoy life only to the extent you are objective.
Lack of this vital quality is the cause of all suffering. Krishna’s life was ridden with challenges, sorrow and grief. Yet never was he downcast, despondent or depressed. He was full of cheer, laughter and mischief, and he spread this happiness to everyone.
Programme yourself to feel happy always December 12, 2020, 7:29 AM IST
By Jaya Row
The pursuit of happiness has a different dimension and involves conscious choices. It is not a rat race for money, achievement or power. Swami Rama Tirtha said, “Your only duty in life is to be happy.” We often end up doing everything else except be happy.
Happiness is contagious. A person bursting with good spirits touches people with his joyful glow. It could be a street sweeper cheerfully greeting morning walkers or a waiter making people laugh with his witty exchanges as he serves them. On the other hand, a stressed-out executive spreads gloom around him. People quietly walk away from the despondent vibes he exudes.