Spiritual Evening Discussion - The Science of Happiness

#### 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:

• CONSCIOUSNESS & THOUGHTS: 'Our mind produces thoughts, but if the mind was producing thoughts and there was no consciousness, we would not know that it is our thought. Because consciousness is shining behind our mind our thoughts mean something to us.'
• PURE AWARENESS: Apart from giving us peace and clarity, meditation also endows us with a special power: an increasing ability to witness the contents of our minds. We can 'see' thoughts, emotions, and perceptions. We can watch them as they march in and out of our awareness.
• CONCEPT OF 'FLOW': A 'flow channel' state of mind exists - a highly concentrated state of complete absorption. Musicians produce intricate melodies effortlessly, surgeons operate flawlessly, and champion runners transcend pain when they achieve this state.
• STATES OF ABSORPTION: 'Successful people are people whose concentration and attention do not flicker.' We achieve so much more in life through enhanced powers of concentration. Meditation, creative activities and reading all lead to a state of absorption and happiness.

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.

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