YJA Convention 2014 07 Washington DC

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

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SESSIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS
A Healthy Lifestyle: Ascetism
COL Samani Parimal Pragya and Samani Vikas Pragya Health is fundamental to happiness; but what makes humanity unhealthy? Human weaknesses and selfishness. The ascetics have concluded that in order to achieve good health one needs self-restraint and a heightened awareness. One needs to exercise control by restraining oneself from excessive food, desires, possessions, and talking. In order to achieve control over these things it is essential to develop a keen awareness of them. Only then can one be completely healthy. Jain monks and nuns exemplify a lifestyle that is based on self-restraint and awareness, and it is these abilities that are the secrets to their health and happiness. A Jan Paradigm for Self-Empowerment - Releasing the Inner Lion
COL Vinit Doshi How can we internalize personal paradigms of self-empowerment based on Jain principles, and apply them to all facets of life? This workshop will help participants recognize self-diminishing behaviors and enact changes in their daily lives. In this workshop, you will briefly review key Jain concepts, understand the role of Mithyatva (delusion) in life, learn how negative emotions limit the soul's potential, and recognize the true source of happiness.
UNF
Act Like a Woman Confidence in Action Sejal Dhruva and Sheenika Shah "What would you do if you weren't afraid?" In this session, Sheenika Shah and Sejal Dhruva explore Sheryl Sandberg's "Lean In" philosophy. They take a look inwards to see how merely changing your posture for two minutes can help you achieve what you want in your career and in life. As American social psychologist Amy Cuddy tells us: your body language shapes who you are. Join us to learn more about how self-awareness and non-verbal cues can advance your professional and personal relationships.
JNE
Advocacy Among the Dharmic Faiths Anju Bhargava Hindu American Seva Communities (HASO) is a progressive American organization advancing seva (community service), interfaith collaboration, social justice, and sustainable civic engagement to build healthy communities and coalitions while strengthening our places of Worship. Through education and policy change, it seeks to bridge the gap between government and Dharmic communities. HASC has worked with legislators, the White House and other government agencies to incorporate the principles of Seva and community into their initiatives. This session discusses the variety of initiatives HASC has helped with and ways in which young people can become involved with advocacy work. Ahimsa In Our Times - Leaving Our Children a Livable Planet
HSC Vinit Doshi Take some time to reflect upon life on our planet. This session will inspire fundamental change in our ways of living in order to address the universally urgent challenge facing mankind. We'll look at the root causes of the problem and why conventional thinking cannot address them. We'll take a spiritually inspired approach and examine the power and implications of a vegan lifestyle. We will also discuss our spiritual and moral imperative, and the true meaning of honoring the message of Mahavir Bhagwan.
Ahimsa Self-Compassion and the Mentally Strong Leader
HSC / COL/JNF Ramey Ko Ahimsa is a fundamental tenet of Jainism - it isn't just refraining from violence, but also love and compassion. We often forget that universal compassion also means compassion for ourselves. As Asian-American youth, we are pressured to succeed as students and excel as leaders, but we also face the highest rates of suicide and depression in the country. If we ignore our own needs, then how can we care for others and give as leaders? This session will focus on mental and emotional health and how self-compassion is essential not only to strong leadership, but the very capacity to serve. Ahimsak Lifestyle
HSC/COL / JNE Sanjay Jain The Ahimsak Life Style: it's a better choice for animals, the environment, the body and the soul. It encapsulates the principle of "Live and Let Live." Come learn more about this lifestyle and the benefits it can offer to determine if it's right for you!
YOUNG JAINS: TODAY'S LEARNERS, TOMORROW'S LEADERS