The National Senate and Assembly of Bolivia issued a declaration in honor of all our work here. Held an #IStandforPeace event in Cochabamba, the heart of Bolivia.
Thousands of residents and prominent leaders of Raleigh joined the #istandforpeace event. It is an interesting coincidence that all three of my visits to Raleigh, in the span of 21 years have been on July 7th. Three cities around Raleigh declared today as the @artofliving day.
After 2 years of gap this year the 8th
#InternationalYogaDay is being celebrated with much enthusiasm. @ArtofLiving has organized and participating in 170+ countries. Remember that 2/3rd of the world population is yet to reap the benefits of Yoga.
While government may conceive good policies and focus on their implementation as well as control, it is equally important to educate the general population on such policies. Lack of policy education foments misinformation and mistrust. #AgnipathScheme
I appeal to the students agitating in India to resolve their issues through dialogue. Let’s ensure that the national assets are not damaged and fellow citizens are not harmed. #AgnipathScheme
Curiosity is an intense expression of life. It’s the expectations that bring frustration. A curious mind is free of expectations. Let the ‘how’ lead you to the ‘wow’ in life.
Beauty of creation shines through in its diversity. Tonight thousands affirmed their commitment to peace in one of the most diverse cities of the US. Was welcomed by the Mayors of #Dallas, #Irving & #FlowerMound#istandforpeace
4 ways to improve your mental health:
1. You’ve overcome problems before!
Remember that this is not the first time you’re facing a problem. You’ve faced problems before, & you’ve overcome them. Learn from your experience. You’ll get over this as well.
2. Hold on to the positive.
If we’re given 10 compliments & 1 insult, we tend to hold on to the 1 insult. We need to reorient ourselves & accept that when there are 10 positives that come our way, it is inevitable that there might be 1 negative as well.
3. Active Compassion.
There’s a great joy in giving. If you get involved in action-oriented expression of compassion, you’ll feel much better. Get involved in service projects in your community.
4. Live in the present moment.
Our mind keeps oscillating between the past & the future, and then we crib about the past or feel anxious about the future. Joy & happiness can be found in the present moment.
Addressed an event jointly hosted by George Washington University in partnership with Stanford’s @ccare with US @Surgeon_General Dr. Vivek Murthy & @jamesrdotymd on #youthmentalhealth - a burning issue in the world today.
It’s alarming to learn that a large section of the medical community is not keeping robust mental health. Addressed the medical fraternity at the #HealingHealthcareDC event hosted by National Geographic & the Children’s National Hospital in Washington DC.
Had an engaging conversation with the knowledgeable & insightful John Sexton at the @nypl. We spoke on a variety of topics ranging from religion & spirituality to climate change & the environment. Watch the full interaction here:
https://t.co/zHr1HdAtRG
Launched the #IStandForPeace campaign in the United States from Miami, Florida. Our intention is the basis of all action and if we put our attention and the collective intention towards standing for peace, I am sure peace will prevail!