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The Stages of Life – Dr. Bina Nangia
April 4, 2021 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm IST
FreeThe ancient Indian concept called Chaturashrama identifies four stages of a human life, with distinct differences based on natural human needs and drives. The first stage of life is Brahmacharya (bachelor student) lasting through about 25 years of life, the second stage is Grihastha (married householder) and lasts through about 50 years age. Vanaprastha represents the third stage and typically marks with birth of grandchildren, gradual transition of householder responsibilities to the next generation, increasingly hermit-like lifestyle, and greater emphasis on community services and spiritual pursuit. The Vanaprastha stage ultimately transitions into Sanyasa, a stage of complete renunciation and dedication to spiritual questions.
The facilitator discusses what it means to be positive in the stage of Vanprastha – where most of us here, at Unmukt – The Senior Hub belong to (explained with a story), how to manage negative thoughts, and keeping a gratitude journal.
General Information and Instructions-
- You’ll receive a link to attend the class online; you’ll need to click the link to enter the class.
- If you haven’t used Zoom before click the link to download Zoom prior to the day of the meeting and familiarise yourself with any features you may need to use on the day – mute/unmute microphone, stop/start video, screenshare etc. You may also test your settings at zoom.us/test.
- You may attend the class through Zoom on your laptop or your smartphone.
- Please keep the camera on enabling the facilitator to interact with you. Position your camera properly. Kindly make sure it is in a stable position and focused at eye level, if possible.
- The room must be adequately lit, however there should be no backlights especially from a bright window.
- To help keep background noise to a minimum, make sure you mute your microphone when you are not speaking.
- Be mindful of background noise. When your microphone is not muted, avoid activities that could create additional noise, such as shuffling papers or answering calls.
- You can make it easier to focus on the meeting by turning off notifications, closing or minimizing running apps, and muting your smartphone.
- If you will be sharing content during the meeting, make sure you have the files and/or links ready to go before the meeting begins.
- Plan to join the class 5 minutes before it starts.