A values education session for the Class VIII students of Brahmanandodayam High School was conducted on 24 September 2026 at the Universal Temple of Sri Ramakrishna, Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama, Kalady. A total of 160 students, both boys and girls, attended the session.
Swami Brahmaparananda addressed the students on the theme of Swami Vivekananda’s ideas on education and concentration. The session focused particularly on the importance of remaining calm and maintaining concentration while facing challenging and crucial situations in life. The students were encouraged to cultivate mental calmness, self-discipline and a positive outlook towards life.
Swami Brahmaparananda also conducted a practical session on meditation. He guided the students through the practice and explained the benefits of meditation for developing concentration, inner calm and mental discipline.
The session provided the students with practical insights and inspiring guidance for leading a balanced, disciplined and purposeful life.
