Uconnect@srcm. org youconnect@srcm Uconnect@srcm.org youconnect@srcm.org Connecting with Youth in Universities Youth – “A time of promise and effort” – Revered Master

Survey Says How many of you think there is no God or higher power? 9% (91%) How many of you believe there is a God of the Religions? 42% (58%) How may of you believe there is a higher power and that can not be explained by any one? 83% How many of you think meditation is a means to become spiritual 62%

What is U-Connect? Three progressive threads – Overview of topics, Introspective engagements and Meditation sessions Values, Yoga, Religions, Meditation Systems, Personal Responsibility An open minded and secular approach Engender a culture of Spirituality Approach towards personal experience Not about the introduction of the Mission and the Master but the method first SUSTAINABLE programs Long term presence in the institutions

What we Offer Curriculum Design Contents Facilitating the program completely Guest Speakers Training on meditation On going campus support Train their faculty to sustain the program We are SRCM founded in 1945, now a worldwide non profit organization… 100+ countries. We have taken educational and social responsibility along with primarily training the people the art of meditation thru Natural Path system of Raja Yoga.… Lalaji Omega School, Medical, dental clinics and marriages.. We are secular in nature and no affiliation to any religion or parties)

What Universities Offer Meditation Room Multi media enabled auditorium / class rooms Library for Self Development Allocate an hour or two per week for this course as part of the time table Pay for Guest Speakers if they travel from other states Repeat the program every semester or year We are SRCM founded in 1945, now a worldwide non profit organization… 100+ countries. We have taken educational and social responsibility along with primarily training the people the art of meditation thru Natural Path system of Raja Yoga.… Lalaji Omega School, Medical, dental clinics and marriages.. We are secular in nature and no affiliation to any religion or parties)

What is the course? Mission statement of the course: To offer the youth of this country an aspirational set of values to live by; to help them achieve a balanced life focused on a spiritual goal and an ethical material life; and to contribute to nation building. Curriculum Objectives: Better understanding of various philosophies and respect for various religions Inspired and self motivated to pursue a balanced life A deep interest in a Spiritual sadhana Honest and capable students with hopes of a better India and humanity

Course Elements To develop a set of practical and interactive curriculum spanning Values and Yoga - relevance to self-development History, purpose and practice of religions Explore spiritual systems and tools that interface the ever-changing human situation with the unchanging Absolute Tips for Self-Development Practical sessions of meditation

Approach to this course Self Discovery Self is the biggest mystery with greatest potential Take Interest in oneself Aids to self discovery Workshops - Interaction, Participation and Learning together Listening to Speeches/ expert videos Reading some suggested materials Keeping a diary Write one’s observation, Review, Measure and Gain confidence Preparing and Participating Less Academic - More practical and exploratory Key words and key concepts Adopting practical tips and experimenting on oneself There will be various workshops for Reflection, Introspection, Contemplation and Meditation. Developing a habit of being quiet is a great quality.

How do we adapt for the USA and ROW Nothing new – we have done classes etc before.. Same multi threaded approach as U-Connect Six week sessions Community colleges, YMCA & Community centers First Draft of content is available on FTP A few possible pilots in the next few months Jacksonville, Atlanta? , Miami?, Denver, New Jersey

How is this different? Engagement oriented Practical sessions During the 6 week duration, participants get practical exposure to apply Introspection and Meditation for solving their personal issues Topics like Stress management, Success management, Balancing life and creating a fulfilling relationship with self, family and community are explored We are not experts but have used the tool ourselves. If venue costs money, it is ok to charge fees Transition management of those that start in these programs

Most Importantly What is in it for me? Benefits…… Balance Normalization Intuition Happiness Also progressive interest into Self Realization

Values Education In addition to Self Development program offered by SRCM under its U-Connect initiative SHPT revamped VBSE into Values Education in 2013. 6 Core values and 20 total classes from Grade 8-12 Sincerity, Humility, Courage, Responsibility, Love and Freedom Abhyasi volunteers teach the classes Repeatable engagement with the Schools in India Adapted for Sahaj Marg children in the USA

How can you get involved Either in U-Connect or with Values Education Coordinate and present (for a pilot team), help in content development etc https://www.sahajmarg.org/resources/programs/uconnect https://www.sahajmarg.org/resources/programs/valueseduca tion uconnect@srcm.org vbe@shpt.in