Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, Marathalli Branch, and Chaitanya Wellness Yoga Academy, jointly organized a lecture on “Positive Parenting in the Modern Era” at Chaitanya Yoga Academy, Hosa Road, Bengaluru, on 24th March 2025.
The event aimed to raise awareness about positive parenting techniques and promote the concept of Amrut Parivar. A total of 25 participants, including both online and offline attendees, actively engaged in the session, gaining valuable insights into effective parenting.
The program commenced with prayer led by Smt. Veena Srihari, followed by an introduction by Shri Prashant Ji. The keynote speaker, Mananeeya Kum. Nivedita Bhide Didi, All-India Vice President of Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Vivekananda Kendra, emphasized the importance of positive parenting in today's world. She highlighted how yoga helps in cultivating inner discipline and strengthening one’s connection with the divine. She also stressed the significance of love, effective communication, and inner discipline within families.
Mananeeya Nivedita Didi introduced the ‘CMS Pattern’ (Care, Mold, Suggest) as a practical approach to positive parenting. She advised parents to lead by example, avoid unnecessary comparisons, and celebrate special occasions with underprivileged children to instill values of empathy and gratitude in their children.
The lecture was graced by Mananeeya Shri Bhanudas Ji, All India General Secretary of VRM&VK and Adharneeya Lalita Didi, Karnataka Prant Sangathak. Their presence added great significance to the event.
Participants gained a better understanding of family harmony and practical ways to strengthen their bonds. The session with a vote of thanks by Dr. Shirish Aherkar Ji. The success of this initiative has inspired the Marathahalli Branch to organize more such programs in the future to promote positive parenting and harmonious family life.
