Talk on by Dr Narain Bhatia at Chinmaya Mission Trust

Art of looking inside and discovering one's own inner being

By Anish Nanda

A talk on "Meditation and Life" was given by Dr. Narain Bhatia, C.E.O. of Central Chinmaya Mission Trust on Tuesday, 12th June in the Basement auditorium of Dr. L.H. Hiranandani Hospital. The talk was scheduled between 7 - 8 a.m. However, participants eager not to miss out on seats, gathered as early as 6:30 a.m.

Dr. Bhatia explained that meditation is the art of looking inside and discovering one's own inner being. Meditation leads us not only to totally new inner experiences, but helps us also to transform our day to day life into a better, more meaningful and more fulfilling existence. We need to practise it daily at a fixed time with discipline.

Procedure on correct posture, relaxing the body to lose body consciousness, meditation techniques like observing the thoughts, etc. were explained and participants were taken through a guided meditation. Moderation in diet and speech was also recommended. Some of the benefits include Inner Peace and Happiness, a positive attitude, Health benefits, Dynamism, Improved concentration and connecting with The Supreme Consciousness.

Later, melodious bhajans were sung by Kakoli Lahiry. More than 85 people enjoyed the Spiritual atmosphere in the packed auditorium and looked forward to the next program by Dr. Bhatia.