Spiritual Evening Discussion - The Science of Happiness

NOTE: LAST FRIDAY DISCUSSION FOR 2025 - DISCUSSIONS RECOMMENCE IN FEBRUARY 2026

#### 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:

• Peeking into the Mind: We explore the mind's levels of consciousness and how all our perceptions and thoughts create a storehouse of impressions and memories, some stored deep, "like an inaccessible dark chamber." They affect who we are and how we act and react.
• Anatomy of a Thought: As explained by Yoga Psychology, a thought has three portions: idea, emotion and vital energy. All thoughts create a modification in the mind, for better or worse. Meditation helps us track these arising thoughts and emotions, heading off troublesome ones and cultivating helpful ones.
• TEACHINGS

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.

For more details about us and our activities visit: Vedanta Society of NSW Website: Website