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:

• THE LADDER OF HAPPINESS: Our journey to longer-lasting and higher happiness requires us to manage the various steps on the climb to fulfilment: the sensory, the emotional, the intellectual and the spiritual. Each step has its role and value. 'The higher the rung we climb, the longer-lasting and higher is the nature of our happiness.'
• YOGA - ALTERED STATES OF AWARENESS: Through a meditative focus on our heart centre we can generate an 'awareness that is not body based' ... generating 'high-level happiness'.
• YOGIC INSIGHTS INTO HAPPINESS Too often, life is a rollercoaster ride of happiness and worry. Yoga and Vedanta aim to even out the ride.
• CONNECTION BETWEEN HAPPINESS & AWARENESS: Keeping our mind and intellect uncluttered by restless thoughts and negativity, we give a chance for our underlying awareness to shine, giving rise to serenity, vitality and other positive feelings.

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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