YJA Convention 2012 07 Tampa FL Tenth 027618

Author(s): Young Jains of America (YJA)
Publisher: Young Jains of America YJA USA

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CUTTING TO THE CHASE: DISCOVERING YOUR PERSONALITY TYPE & LIFE PURPOSE | SPEAKER: PARTH SAVLA
Self-help gurus say, "Here are the Seven Keys to Effectiveness." Self-development gurus say, "Your childhood made you the way you are." Forget self-help; forget self-development! Rather than trying to fix yourself, wouldn't it be easier to identify your natural gifts and capitalize on them? It's simple. There are two blades to the scissors of your life. On one side, there are relationships (romantic and otherwise). On the other is living your life to the fullest. The linchpin is identifying your personality. In this session we will do exercises to help you become more aware of who you are. Maybe you're in the same kind of relationship again and again. Maybe you're in a job that you just don't find satisfying. Come to this session to discover your archetype. Using insights from Myers-Briggs and other Personality Tests, you'll gain knowledge about your strengths and potential pitfalls based on your personality type.
DESI DATING AND MATING | SPEAKER: VIJAY UNCLE
Yes, they do date and mate; it would be a comedy if not for the fact that it is tragedy. Just look around and see all those in mid 30's on barbaadi.com for years and you shall find the root cause may be the behavior in earlier years.
ENGAGING OUR FAITH | SPEAKER: KRITHIKA HARISH
Participants are led, step-by-step, through creating a narrative of their faith/cultural experiences using tools such as an "identity map" (which uses concentric circles within which participants record internal and external influences and experience which shape their [religious or cultural] identities and how that translates into how they act). The uniqueness of each narrative is noted and shared with the group. We will utilize this experience as an effective exploration of stereotypes, misconceptions and shared values. Mapping out our journeys as individuals and as a group will help us engage in our faith in proactive and tangible ways. How does our faith empower us? How does it encourage service and community action? What has it enabled me to do thus far?
ENGINEERING CAREER PANEL | SPEAKERS: PATHIK SHAH, PREETHI BAPNA, KUSHAL DOSHI, AND PRIYANKA P. SHAH
How does a Jain biomedical engineer deal with animal testing? How does a Jain civil engineer handle unethical zoning laws? Throughout their careers, Jain engineers come across issues, which contradict their values. Join us to discuss these topics and how to best handle them while incorporating Jain values. Additionally, for those attendees still considering pursuing a career in engineering, the panelists will discuss their educational and professional experiences and offer insights on how to pursue a similar path.
iJain: Evolution of a Mind
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Session Descriptions