We have come with nothing, so we cannot give!

22nd Feb 2017:

Memorable evening with Rotary International at their 112 Anniversary celebrations. The event was held at an impressive venue ​in Bengaluru- the Elaan Convention Centre.The ​key note ​address covered the most auspicious forms charity – Daan​ ​by way of Aahara, Aushadha, Gyan and Abhaya.

True enjoyment and peace lie in detachment from wealth. It doesn’t mean that we are asked to renounce wealth but rather our  sense of possession. Whatever we give will have no value if we part with our wealth reluctantly, motivated by selfish considerations.​  

We have come with nothing, so we cannot give! Truly speaking we just act it out in surrendering Lord's wealth back to Him!

Keynote address on ‘Championing a Cause’ - Bengaluru.

Back in Bengaluru. Keynote address on ‘Championing a Cause’ received heartening response from the audience representing diverse vocations of Commerce and Industry. Released their popular newsletter ‘Chakra Jyoti’. Snap shots include warm felicitation from a respected Octogenarian of the city.

Address to members of Rotary Club of Bangalore on "The Art of Silence"

Invited  to address the Rotary Club of Bangalore, a prominent  NGO in the State  that  came into existence  in June 1934  in Pre-Independence  era.  It has over 250 business heads  drawn from diverse  vocational backgrounds  including   foreign expatriates  in the city.  RCB  has emerged as a  vibrant  organization  where  members  regularly participate in many exciting projects that make a difference in many people's lives. 

Interestingly the  topic chosen  for the evening's  address  was  'The Art of Silence"  which is close to my heart. Silence is one of the most under-rated experiences in life…silence which soothes, calms the mind so that one achieves harmony with nature.Somehow, today the noise levels around us and within us has shut out our very soul. The session included  useful commentary from  vedic wisdom as well as  recent research  findings   to support the value of Quiet time.

 The silence  in the  hall from an engrossed audience was  palpable and the smiles at the end of the session reflected their fulfillment of an evening well spent.