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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JNF SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
ONE SMALLER HIMSA FOOTPRINT FOR MAN - ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND SPEAKER: SHARDULE SHAH
Earth. 7 billion people. Only one of you. What are you able to do about the future of the planet that we and all our one through five-sensed friends call home? Truly, a lot! And it starts with reducing your himsa footprint. As vegetarians, Jains make tremendous contributions toward preserving our planet but there's so much more we can do. Through discussion, open dialogue, role-play, and debate, we'll explore how on a day-to-day basis, we can take better care of our community, our Earth, and ourselves. Come prepared to show how you can help us take reduce our himsa footprint and we'll show you how you can reduce yours.
PACKING LIGHT: APARIGRAHA IN YOUR DAILY LIFE SPEAKER: NIRAV SHAH
Through exercises and discussion we'll give you tools to bring the vow of Aparigraha, non possessiveness, into your daily life. Topics covered include: "How did I get all this stuff?"; "Why do I keep all this stuff?"; "Does this stuff really matter?"; "What are the real causes of attachment?"; "How can simplifying my life renew my sense of focus?". Be prepared for a fun and interactive session!
PEACE IS POSSIBLE SPEAKER: HEMA POKHARNA
The Challenge: When you see violence and conflict among your family, colleagues and neighbors, do you wish you could do something to offer an alternative to violence, force and domination?
The Workshop: You will learn simple steps for transforming conflicts and mobilizing peace at home, at work and in the world.
Learning Objectives: Working with examples from participants lives, and using a mix of structured and experiential exercises, you will learn how to: (1) prevent, resolve and contain conflict by dissolving enemy images and blame mentality; (2) Appreciatively inquire and build a positive outcome along the way; (3) develop an attitude of gratitude.
RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS MODERATOR: JNF COMMITTEE
One of the fundamental teachings of Jainism is the notion of altruism and charity. Come join your fellow JNFers for a community service project dedicated towards bringing happiness to those less fortunate. By performing random acts of kindness, attendees will experience and leave the activity with a greater appreciation for all dimensions of service. Want another incentive to participate: it will be an opportunity to be creative and make new friends.
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YJA CONVENTION 2012 | Tampa, FL