Don Bosco, South Asia

HEADLINES - 9th to 15th January 2022 40th Salesian Family Spirituality Days to go online, thousands from 32 groups expected to participate in the 4 day event   *  Author of monumental work on Don Bosco dies  *  Don Bosco Green Alliance launches Green Campus Campaign 2022  * Mongolia : Past Pupil falls in love with Calligraphy and Don Bosco  *  Kerala : College Students Build House of Love for Homeless  * Assam: First museum for Mising tribe inaugurated * Music score sheet for Salesian feasts in January and beyond. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 2nd to 8th January 2022 Assam Salesians launch centenary celebrations *  Salesian College bags two awards at National Christian Higher Education Conference  * Kerala Salesians mark Don Bosco’s month with 31 episode SkillThon for youth  *  Mongolia: Warmest Wishes from Coldest New Year * Myanmar : Cardinal entrusts Salesians with new parish  *  Vietnam : Don Bosco Vocational School keeps Christmas despite pandemic. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. YOUTUBE Link : https://youtu.be/Xs9Q-XRRXXg In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 26th December 2021 to 1st January 2022 Don Bosco Media Network television joins global Christian Channels for Year End Praise Party  * In spite of pandemic times, thousands of devotees flock to Our Lady of Bandel * Don Bosco Alumni host Christmas fete for 410 tea garden children * Myanmar : 110 youth join alumni training program * Vietnam Cooperators meet to plan youth activities * Laos Salesians share food with garbage dump people. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. Watch SALESIAN NEWS PODCAST Episode 85 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98aZWaAHooM&list=PLDnZ1DEcKn0WKvFPna2LpiTT3oNj2dlb8&index=16 For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 19th to 25th December 2021 Myanmar: Salesian Cardinal appeals for peace and good will  *  Tamilnadu: 1,200 youth get placement at job fair  *  Pakistan: Salesians aid Afghan refugees *   Assam: Missionary Sisters of Mary Help of Christians get 34 new Sisters and 16 commit for life  *  Kerala : 4th Salesian movie will premiere on 24th December 2021. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 12th to 18th December 2021 East Timor: 10 Novices make first profession, 25 novices start novitiate while 40 young people enter pre-novitae  *  India: Salesian Family Day Calls for Sustaining Charismatic Identity and Fidelity to Don Bosco  *  India: Goa lad wins Jury award Don Bosco Global Youth film festival  *   Philippines: On-line academy honours Immaculate Virgin  *  India: Salesian College Siliguri students bag 2nd position in Radio Salesian’s Jingle Bells Season 6 popular Christmas Carol Competition. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 5th to 11th December 2021 Jesuit priest bags prestigious Journalism award named after Salesian writer     *   Bosconet India promotes awareness of welfare schemes for poor    *   Over 100 youth participate at the Vocation Camp   *   450 youth from 3 parishes celebrate World youth day   *   50 altar servers from six schools get trained   *  11 Theology students get ministries, 5 get cassocks. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 28th November to 4th December 2021 Alumni elect new World Council officials  *  Village hosts concert in memory of pioneer Salesian College alumnus   *  Drug Rehabilitation Education And Mentoring project launched * Inter-faith youth attend peace camp *  Australia province gets four Salesian deacons. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

Headlines - 21st to 27th November 2021 Don Bosco School Kohima erects monolith to mark golden jubilee  *  Himalayan mission celebrates Christ the King  *  Legendary Salesian Educator Joseph Murphy Remembered * Bottles of love supports education of poor children.

HEADLINES - 14th to 20th November 2021 Two day Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival held  *  Salesian conducts on-line retreat for religious worldwide  *  South Asia Region Eco Team plans coordination to implement Laudato Si’ Goals  * Alumni initiate Covid-19 Relief, distribute 1,500 food packages. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region.In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates.This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. Know someone who would enjoy this video? Share, and inspire many more. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

HEADLINES - 7th to 13th November 2021 Salesian Cooperator gets “Presidential Award” for creating a turmeric revolution  *   Bust of legendary Salesian unveiled in Shillong  *  Salesian parish reaches relief to remote Sundarban village  *  Salesians create first happy zone Learning Space for children in Kerala  * Chinese language book launch marks death centenary of Don Bosco’s second successor, and 90 years of first Salesian Martyrs in China  *   Three religious heads dialogue on - "Share Kindness - Thai People Never Leave Each Other”  *  Salesian Alumni hold Spoken English Online Course for Indigenous students of Bangladesh, India, and Nepal  * Youth join online Rosary Rally to pray for Vocations.

HEADLINES - 30th October to 6th November 2021 Practical Trainees start TikTok Dance Challenge for youth  *  Salesian Youth Ministry Team holds on-line prayer with youth  *  Nine Salesians ordained: four priests and five deacons ordained  *  Salesian Family Celebrates Blessed Rua  * Alumni Turns Academic Project into Start-up; Invents Glass Crushing Machine.

Salesian Archbishop’s peace book published in Assamese  *  Salesians offering Higher education to rural youth lauded  *  Six books from Don Bosco College highlight Salesians standing by sidelined people  *  Students hold skating rally to promote social justice and environment protection  *  Faith formation for men held on Mission Sunday * Teachers learn life lessons from river.

Salesians lead relief operations in flood hit Kerala  *  Don Bosco University confers degrees on 1,150 students at 10th Convocation  *  Salesian honoured at celebrations marking 75th year of India’s Independence  *  Bust and Museum Mark 25th death anniversary of Legendary Salesian  * 23 Married couples prepare to celebrate sacrament of marriage  *  Salesian Family member Caritas Sisters of Jesus elect new Superior General.

Three Sisters from Asia elected to Daughters of Mary Help of Christians’ Global Team  *  South Asia and East Asia Oceania Publishing Houses Meet  *  Provincial, Prelate, Professor and Cardinal: 4 Salesians at Plenary Council in Australia  *  Sisters turn COVID Warriors and Disaster Management Volunteers  * Young Green Researchers hold Conference  * Student Brothers do weeklong work camp clearing jungle on campus * 75 teams participate in Tamilnadu state-level football tournament.

Salesian Sisters Elect 11th Superior General   *  87 New teachers from 7 schools get trained in "Next" Normal for Salesian Educators  *  Mission priests hold spiritual retreat studying post chapter document on Salesian Rector  *  South Asia has 3 youth delegates in Salesian Youth Movement World Council  *  Salesians mark mission centenary with Child Friendly Cities Movement in Dimapur and Shillong   *   Pupils from Don Bosco School plant 2,000 trees   *   Bosco Veedu Kerala brings relief to migrant workers.

Salesian Sisters Elect 11th Superior General  * 87 New teachers from 7 schools get trained in "Next" Normal for Salesian Educators  * Mission priests hold spiritual retreat studying post chapter document on Salesian Rector  *  South Asia has 3 youth delegates in Salesian Youth Movement World Council  *  Salesians mark mission centenary with Child Friendly Cities Movement in Dimapur and Shillong  *  Pupils from Don Bosco School plant 2,000 trees  * Bosco Veedu Kerala brings relief to migrant workers. Salesian News Asia-Pacific, is a podcast service of weekly news summary about and interest to Salesian Family in 26 provinces spread out in 29 countries of the region. In the face of these challenging times our news reporters, copy writers, anchors and engineers put in their best efforts from home - Siliguri, Sonada, Kurseong, Darjeeling and Chennai to bring you updates. This episode was produced by Fr. C.M. Paul director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV with technical assistance of Program director of Salesian TV Mr. Bruno Thapa. Know someone who would enjoy this video? Share, and inspire many more. For the latest Asia-Pacific Salesian Family news log on to www.donboscoindia.com and www.eao.bosco.link

Salesians launch International School of Social Communications  *  Polish Ambassador to India visits Bandel historical Marian Shrine  *  Don Bosco College Maram student receives presidential award  *  Evening Class and Tuition Centre starts in Kathmandu  *  Youth Ministry General Councilor meets Don Bosco Tech Team  *  Papua New Guinea holds Salesian Educators’ Congress  *  Salesian Bishop speaks at International Inter Religious Peace Conference.

Salesian Sisters started their 24th General Chapter  *  Don Bosco Institute Launches First Centre of Excellence in Nepal  *  Pandemic makes Salesians visit children’s homes with gifts for Mid-Autumn Festival  * 12th Annual Lecture hosted honouring legendary Italian missionary * Salesian College hosts 10 days training for paramilitary force *  Don Bosco Media Network Televison features Salesian News Asia Pacific.

East Asia Oceania Social Communication School of Formation Inaugurated  *  East Asia Oceania ADMA Congress Concludes  *  Inter Community ecological prayer service launches Season of Creation 2021  *  Lockdown compels post novitiate formation to continue in the Novitiate *  Don Bosco University offers scholarships worth Rs. 40 million  *  DB Green Alliance gets new Convener  * Past Pupil Wins Kerala State Women's Commission Media Award  * 1,054 migrants receive free Covid vaccination.

7 Salesians in 12 years have 39 candidates in Formation  * Bosconians bring to life Dream of Don Bosco for Oceania * Four Thai alumni in Tokyo Paralympic football for blind   *  Nobel laureate Salesian’s book on 75 years of Don Bosco in East Timor to be released soon * Don Bosco College website gets one million viewers, becomes most referred site for educational resources  *  Don Bosco Kurla Hosts Maharashtra State Skill Competition 2021 *  Manipur Chief Minister honours Don Bosco College Principal.

Salesian Sisters to hold 29th General Chapter  *  Shillong Salesians Launch Cable TV Channel *  Youth hold Ecumenical Prayer to mark Season of Creation *  Brothers return to village youth centres  *  Pandemic or no pandemic, Salesian accompaniment program held for Solomon Island’s youth *  Salesian parish recruits city youth for International Marian Group  * Calcutta province collaborates with Salesian Historical Institute.

In three years Don Bosco Green Alliance has 450 member institutions in 80 countries  *  Online Visual Storytelling Workshop prepares youth for upcoming Don Bosco International film festival   *   Salesian Parish in Tokyo, celebrates 75th profession anniversary of Mission Pioneer  *  Pakistan Learning Centre Celebrates Don Bosco  *   Young migrant worker families in Saigon worst hit during Covid pandemic  *  Korean Mission Office helps build church in Uganda.

Salesian Intervention Sees Eye Surgery Miracle After 33 Months  *  Goa Salesian gets Biodiversity Award 2021  * Students help restore dilapidated library in remote village *  Book launch marks year of St Joseph  *  WHO site features Salesian College’s Education in Corona times Research  * Lay Association of Mary Help of Christians gets ready for East Asia Oceania Conference.

Visually Impaired Salesian alumni Join Hearts and Open Hands to Help One Another to Fight Covid-19  *  First FMA from Singapore makes first profession in Cambodia  *  New 3 year online Salesianity Course Started  * Educator’s Hub launched in the Philippines  *  Short film festival nurtures hope in Covid times  *  In Kerala, nearly half of the migrant workers lack health insurance, reveals survey  *   Fisher women empowered for livelihood with electric autos  *  Youth ministry symposium launches Salesian mission.

Myanmar situation is grim   *  Lay Salesians from South Korea plan to help North Korean refugees  *  Bangladesh struggles with monsoon floods and Covid-19   *  New Provincial takes charge in Sri Lanka   *  ADMA Timor Leste preparing for the East Asia Oceania Congress  *  Salesian Sister’s Alumna wins Olympic Bronze * Alumni help educate under privileged girls  *  Youth leaders Meet Amid Unrelenting Pandemic

SIGNING OFF Jose Parappully SDB, PhD This is Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) signing off with the final edition of Psyche & Soul. In this podcast he lists all the 57 previous podcasts under 8 themes. All these podcasts are available on www.donboscoindia.com webpage and www.anchor.fm/boscom for you to access at your convenience. Full text is available at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Don Bosco Pending Meal Concept sustains Eatery Owners and Needy  * Pre-novices pitch in, to provide food relief to the poor  * Don Bosco Sumba takes giant strides in 20 years  *  Don Bosco Kurla Student Tops in Media Studies at University of Bombay  *  College Students Felicitate City Cleaning Staff  *  College helps four Covid orphan girls  *  Don Bosco Alumnus tops national examinations.

SPIRITUALITY FOR THE POST-MIDLIFE YEARS In this edition of Psyche & Soul,  Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents some salient features of a spirituality for the post-midlife years. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

North East India marks 100 years of Assam Mission Mandate  *   Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival launched  * Don Bosco Green Alliance plants trees in Lahore  *  Papua New Guinea students create Films of Hope, Faith and Inspiration  *  Bangalore Archdiocese honours 102 Youth Covid Warriors  *  Past Pupil Wins National Literary Award  *  Salesian family joins national prayers to fight third wave of pandemic  *  Media professionals attend BOSCOM Executive Meet  *  Tamilnadu Chief minister gives Salesians state level responsibilities

Post Midlife -XIII AGING GRACEFULLY Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this edition of Psyche & Soul,  Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents some practices confirmed  by research that help us age gracefully. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Alumni founder’s biography could be most translated book after the life of Don Bosco  *  Korean Cooperators Apostolate Survey aims to raise quality of youth services  * Solomon Islands Parish commissions 13 lay catechists *  Young people call for responsible users of Social Media * Salesian made member of the Tamilnadu Public Service Commission *. Mumbai Salesians aid over 830,000 people during pandemic  * Polyglot Indian encourages Salesians to learn more languages.

Midlife XII ATONEMENT (AT-ONE-MENT) FR JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB In this edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Prappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents another midlife challenge: namely, atonement, understood as at-one-ment, becoming one, becoming whole. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

The Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary distribute 500 packages of food * Caritas Sisters of Jesus, picket on Seoul city’s streets at least 60 times  * School Children Take Turns Feeding the Poor Near their School *  Don Bosco Youth Centre Shillong offers 40-bed Corona Care facility for women * Salesian promotes mechanised farming in rural Goa, gets 40 farmers to service 4 lakh square meters of agricultural land * Chennai Corporation lauds Don Bosco Anbu Illam for community intervention during pandemic  *  Faculty Development Programme organized for DB Tech Instructors

MIDLIFE –XI MOVING TOWARD INTEGRITY In this edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com), presents another midlife challenge: achieving integrity--that is ability look back over one’s life without regrets and look forward to death without fear. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Student activist surprises Salesian educator  *  Myanmar gets 6 new Salesian priests  *  Cambodia: “Don Bosco Home”: a haven of hope for children at risk *  Past Pupils Celebrate online 150 Years of Foundation, Adopts 15 Covid Orphans  *  Assam Don Bosco University, is first in India to offer STEAM Education  *  Goa: Don Bosco College of Engineering Bags Best Project Award

MIDLIFE IX: BALANCING THE MASCULINE AND THE FEMININE Jose Parappully SDB, PhD sumedhacentre@gmail.com Hello, this is Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand with another edition of Psyche & Soul. Full text is available at http://pojose.blogspot.com

12th Asia Oceania Past Pupils’ Congress Concluded * New Provincial for Kolkata Salesian Sisters takes charge * Don Bosco reaches out to 68 tribal villages with fully equipped 100 bed Covid Care facility * Kolkata Salesians reach out to slum dwellers  *  Korean Sisters hold weekly public prayer protest for Myanmar  * Fiji Salesians reach out to neighbours with Covid relief

Midlife VIII (Re) Awakening of Sexuality and Intimacy Needs Women’s Experience Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this edition of Psyche & Soul,  Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents Women’s’ experience of sexuality and intimacy needs at midlife. Full text at: http://pojose.blogspot.com

Indian Salesian Cooperator scales Mount Everest  *  Hyderabad: Bosco Seva Kendra helps 720,000 People through Humanitarian Service  *  Nuns fight for Domestic worker rights  *  Don Bosco Sri Lanka supports war widows  *  Philippines: Six Salesians ordained deacons for four provinces  *  Thai Province Development Office launches Covid support program  *  China Provnce holds Social Communications Workshop

Midlife VII (RE-) EMERGENCE OF SEXUALITY AND INTIMACY NEEDS Jose Parappully SDB, PhD . sumedhacentre@gmail.com In this edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully,  Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand, presents another important Midlife dynamic, namely, Emergence or Re-Emergence of Sexuality and Intimacy needs. Full text at : http://pojose.blogspt.com

Several Asian Salesian Family groups express Solidarity with Myanmar  *  Salesian Sisters mark 60 years of presence in Vietnam  *  ADMA Members show significant increase in Korea   *  Solomon Islands : Dads’ Program concludes with Corpus Christi celebrations   *   Papua New Guinea Students sell coconut scraper to raise funds for South Sudan school   *   Chennai Salesians Fight COVID with Awareness Campaign, Oxygenated Care Centre, and Dry Rations   *   Assam’s Tinsukia Bosco Bible School Past Pupil Wins, Integrated Youth Development Centre’s Mobile Photography Contest   *  Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra NGO reaches out to rural poor Covid victims in Gujarat.

Midlife VI: REDEEMING THE “SHADOW” Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this 50th edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com), talks about the redemption of the Shadow at Midlife.

Rome: Don Bosco Green Alliance leads Laudato Si, Action plan 2027  *  Philippines : Bosconian Young Framers Club boosts rural farming   * Thailand: Salesian ministers to Italians living in Bangkok  *   Korea: Alumni keep annual Marian Month in spite of pandemic  *  Asia Oceania : Past Pupils Online Congress Registration open  *  Nepal: Salesians Donate Medical Equipment to Covid Care Municipality Centre  *  India: Mumbai Salesians provide free Oxygen Concentrators for needy rural Covid patients  *  Goa: First COVID Care Centre for children opened

Midlife – V DE-ILLUSIONING JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB, PhD In this weekend’s edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) ,  explores another important midlife dynamic, namely, De-Illusioning. Full txt at http://pojose.blogspot.com/

Kolkata School gives Covid care facility for the poor  * Hyderabad: App Based Bible Diary launched  *  Chennai: Biryani for vaccines, thanks to Don Bosco alumni  *  New Delhi: BOSCO pledges 100 day free Meals on Wheels for the poor  *  Kolkata Alumnus Leads Future Proof Experiential Learning  *  South Asia: 113 philosophy students graduate from 7 Salesian studentates  *  Rome: Envisioning the new profile of Salesian Cooperators  *  New provincial installed for South Philippines

MIDLIFE: REASSESSMENT OF “DREAMS.” In this weekend podcast of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully,  Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand, (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) discusses the reassessment of  our “Dream”  at midlife. The dream is a vision we create for ourselves in our youth or early adulthood in regard to our future. It is something that inspires and motivates us and around which we organize our life energies. Full Text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

South Asia: 121 Novices ready for first profession this year  * Kolkata : Salesians offer free covid medical to city slum dwellers *  Chennai: Prmiere Don Bosco School offers 104-bed facility for COVID Care *  Chennai : Salesians host online Summer Programme  *  New Delhi: Alumnus doctor resembles patron Don Bosco, says Teacher  *  Bangalore : Youth honour 500 nurses on International Nurses Day  *  Yercaud : Salesians take lead in Combating Covid  *  Thailand - 8 Salesian Family groups jointly respond to Covid 19 third wave

The emotional awareness that slowly creeps upon us at midlife has profound impact on our psyche and soul, explains Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com). It leads to a reassessment of our priorities. Full text at http//:pojose.blogspot.com.

Myanmar : Salesian Cardinal calls for Global Week of prayer for China * Thailand : 11 young men start Salesian novitiate * Papua New Guinea : Two Media Education Seminars teach Hope Amid Covid, and News Writing Skills  * Sri Lanka: Don Bosco Development Centre reaches out to the needy * Turin : Feast day Mass of Mary Help of Christians to be made available worldwide  * India: Don Bosco Reaches out to Migrant Workers, Helpline launched * Mumbai : Don Bosco Opens Covid Care Centre for public * Delhi: BOSCO Responds to COVID-19 Surging Situation  * Darjeeling : Rector and founder of Salesian College Youth Centre movement dies

MIDLIFE: EMOTIONAL AWARENESS OF MORTALITY In the Psyche & Soul podcast last weekend, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) spoke of four kinds of journeys resulting from the quest for meaning and purpose at midlife. What triggers this quest is the “emotional awareness of one’s mortality.”  Full text at: http://pojose.blogspot.com

1.51 SALESIAN FAMILY NEWS ASIA PACIFIC (2nd to 8thMay 2021) # 98 Rome: Rector Major sends solidarity message to South Asia * India : 100 online counsellors reach out to Covid patients  * Bangalore: `Food to Your Doorstep` - a Don Bosco initiative * Bangalore: Salesian Leads Youth to be Covid Warriors in Hospitals * Mumbai: DB Green Alliance offers Global Plans for Earth Day * Darjeeling: Radio Salesian partners with NGOs for pandemic intervention * Philippines: Salesian parish launches “community pantry”

Midlife Journeying In this weekend's edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) describes four midlife journeys. A journey inward which includes a journey into the past, and a journey outward which includes a journey into the future. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

India: South Asia Salesian Covid-19 scenario grim  *  Bangalore: Alumnus, First Indian Salesian General Councilor Dies  * Manipur: Three Salesian Institutions bag coveted 'One District One Green Champion' award * Korea: Salesian Family stands with Myanmar People * Philippines: Webinar series on Educating the Salesian Way * Thailand: Sisters of the Queenship of Mary hold General Chapter  * Darjeeling: Radio Salesian completes 50 episodes of Salesian News Podcast

AWAKENING TO MIDLIFE Jose Parappully SDB, PhD During the past few weekend podcasts Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) has been presenting on Mental Health and Illness. This weekend he begins a series of podcasts on the Midlife Transition which has a profound impact on our lives. In this weekend's podcast he focuses on "Awakening to Midlife." Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

PARANOID PERSONALITY DISORDER Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekends’ edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) focuses on four salient features of the Paranoid Personality Disorder, namely, suspicion, intrapsychic dynamics, interpersonal relationships, and workplace dynamics, and presents some of the root causes that lead to the disorder, as well as treatment approaches. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Kolkata: Salesian Alumnus archbishop dies * Indonesia: Mission Pioneer Dies in Spain * Philippines: Don Bosco Tech designs low cost ventilator to fight Covid * India: Don Bosco University Vice Chancellor gets Digital Leadership Award * Chennai: New Book on Management Studies Published * Goa: Robot designed by Engineering students save workers from chemical exposure *  Bangalore: First Batch of Data Centre Operations Management students graduate

Asia-Pacific: Past Pupils Plan Regional Congress * India: Multi-city youth pray for Myanmar  *  Bangalore: Kolkata Salesian’s review on Mother Teresa book gets rave review  *  Goa: Don Bosco College Produces Organic Jaggery  *  Darjeeling: College holds Training for Office and Support Staff

BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekend’s edition of Psyche & Soul Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) describes Borderline Personality Disorder. He presents salient features, basic assumptions, genesis, and treatment options. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Youth pray for oppressed people of Myanmar  *  East Timor: Salesians shelter 3,000 flood victims  *  India: Legendary Makaibari Tea Planter gifts new variant Tea Saplings to Salesian College  *  Bangalore: Don Bosco Shows New Strategy for Societal Renewal  *  Arunachal: Alumnus blesses dental care unit in state’s only Catholic Hospital  *  Darjeeling: Alumna inks “PERFECT” Novel

OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE PERSONALITY DISORDER Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekend’s edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) explores Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder. Full text at: http://pojose.blogspt.com

Myanmar : East Asia Oceania region shows solidarity and offers prayerful support  *  East Asia Oceania: Eco Team Ignites Ecological Education, Spirituality and Solidarity in the Region  *  Australia: Salesian College Alumnus Inks 3 Volume Media Books  *  Philippines - Salesian parish youth attend online Lenten retreat  *  India: Youth Wash One Another's Feet at the Lord's Supper  *  Darjeeling: Eleven Teams participate in the First Jellici Memorial Basketball Tournament

NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER (NPD) In this weekend’s edition Dr. Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) explores Narcissistic Personality Disorder which takes a toll especially on our interpersonal relationships. He contrasts the Narcissistic  profile with Jesus' personality and presents Jesus' washing of the disciples' feet as the focus for prayer. Full tet at http://pojose.blogspot.com

PERSONALITY DISORDERS Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekend's edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) explores another group of mental disorders, namely, Personality Disorders, which take a toll especially on our interpersonal relationships. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Myanmar: Salesian Cardinal appeals youth to persevere in non-violence * Philippines: Pope says, Thank you for the joy you bring to the world! * Vietnam: Locally raised money left over from Covid-19 relief send to Rome * India: Leadership program held for youth of 3 dioceses * Mumbai: Moving on from relief to self-sustainability *  Darjeeling: 28 Tea women take empowerment lessons in college *  New Delhi: Proud to be at Don Bosco, say deaf and dumb students

POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISRODER (PTSD) In this edition of Psyche & Soul Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly known as PTSD, its causes, symptoms and treatment. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Pakistan: Sixth anniversary of martyrdom of past pupil Akash Bashir * Philippines : Tune in to Reflection on Seven Last Words. * Thailand: Students take to "Music as a Way of Learning”  * India: 40 Salesians for Diaconate Ordination. * Bangalore: Youth Takes Walking Pilgrimage to St. Joseph’s Shrine * Shillong: Don Bosco Tech turns out first Tangkhul Woman Carpenter * Manipur: College Youth mobilized on Drug abuse Prevention

7th to 13th March 2021 Myanmar: Salesian Cardinal appeals for peace and solidarity  *  Arunachal: Chief Minister inaugurates sports stadium at Don Bosco College   *  Nagaland: College leads Water Conservation Week  *  Australia: Lay Woman Becomes New Director of Mission Office   *  Guwahati: Don Bosco University Bags Social Responsibility Award

ANXIETY DISORDERS In this weekend’s edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)  presents anxiety disorders which affect very many people. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

28th February to 6th March 2021 Hyderabad: First Solar Powered Province in the World *   Goa: Don Bosco Engineering college helps 75 startups in 2 years * Bangalore: Youth celebrate festival of friendship * Manila: Study Edition of the new 'Directory for Catechesis' published * Hong Kong: Two New books on first two Salesian Martyers published * Bangkok: 4th Extraordinary Chapter of the Secular Institute of the Daughters of the Queenship of Mary held * Tiruchy: 41 new Salesian Co-operators make promise

SCHIZOPHRENIA - 3 Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekend's edition of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)  explores the roots of schizophrenia and presents treatment options. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

20th February to 27th February 2021 Guwahati Salesians reach out to Artisans, Migrant Workers, Sick  * Health Department Gives Don Bosco University Certificate of Appreciation  *  Academia-Industry partnership empowers tea garden women  *  South Asia Economers meet in New Delhi *  Under 14 Football Tournament brings 45 city teams to Don Bosco Youth Centre

Psyche & Soul 35: SCHIZOPHRENIA - 2 Jose Parappully SDB, PhD Last week in Psyche & Soul, Dr. Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presented one major symptom of schizophrenia, namely, delusions. In this edition he presents hallucinations and other symptoms. Full text is available at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Letter from Myanmar *  Don Bosco Green Alliance grows with simple storytelling * Papua New Guinea: Laudato Si, Resource Manual Published * Home country celebrates Czech Missionary in India * Don Bosco Alumna features in Television Reality show

Psyche & Soul 34: SCHIZOPHRENIA In this weekend's edition of Psyche & Soul Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) explores another major mental illness, namely, schizophrenia, particularly its symptom of delusions. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

South East Asia Celebrates New Year of the Ox  *  Pakistan: Multi religious youth discuss peace *  East and South Asia Cooperators hold first virtual meet  *  Philippines: Model grassroots sports program draws youth  *  Goa: Don Bosco forges ties to promote industry-institution collaboration *  India-Italy: Home town holds Peace march for Bengal Missionary Venerable Francesco Convertini * Project Call 2.0 benefits tribal community during Covid  *  Don Bosco YaR Forum Show Cases its Technological Intervention at the United Nations

MAJOR DEPRESSION Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this weekend's edition of Psyche & Soul Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents Major Depression, the most common mental illness. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Restore democracy, release arrested leaders: Myanmar’s Salesian cardinal tells military  *  Rome: Rector Major’s Message to Salesian youth worldwide *  Rome: South Asia Regional says, focus on humility  *  Rome: Book on Salesian Worldwide Response to Covid Released * Hong Kong: Don Bosco’s Misison Dream on display * Kerala: Don Bosco priest student donates kidney to Hindu youth * Darjeeling: 100 Laptops for Salesian Girls, 55 distributed in the first phase * Kerala: Cradle of Salesian Formation Celebrates Golden Jubilee

Psyche & Soul: THE BURDEN OF MENTAL ILLNESS Jose Parappully SDB, PHD In the last few Psyche & Soul podcasts Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmai.com) presented aspects of mental health and wellbeing. In this weekend's podcast he focuses on the burden of mental illness, that is the prevalence rates of mental illness globally and especially in India. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Manipur: Don Bosco College Maram conferred Autonomous Status *  Mumbai: Community refrigerator opens for poor, hungry  *  Hyderabad: Salesians support agitating farmers *  Nagaland: Kohima school starts year long celebrations  * Assam: Don Bosco Scout Master appointed national trainer  *  Seoul: Alumnus fights ‘Corona Blue’ by plogging *  Rome: Provincial appointed for Vietnam, Mongolia

ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH: 7 MORE SIMPLE PRACTICES Jose Parappully SDB, PHD In this weekend’s podcast of Psyche & Soul, Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents seven more simple but very effective practices to enhance our mental health and wellbeing. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Mumbai alumni’s Salesian songs get world premiere  *   Chennai Alumni reach out to 10 neighbourhood communities  * Reflections for a Retreat in Covid Times Book launched  *  Philippines: 2,600 flood victim families helped  * Myanmar Provincial shares six year vision  *  Provincial appointed for Philippines South, Pakistan  *  Sri Lanka: Pig farm inaugurated to support Salesian works

JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB, PHD In this weekend’s podcast of "Psyche & Soul" Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) presents 7 simple practices that can help us further enhance our mental health and wellbeing. Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

3 Tier celebrations for 39th Salesian Family Spirituality Days  *  Bible Action Songs for Children Launched on YouTube  *  Karnataka-Kerala Province Blessed with 12 New Priests *  Missionary Message for 11th of the month of January 2021  *  Salesian Receives a Certificate and Medal of Honour

ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING THROUGH MEANINGFUL LIVING JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB, PHD In this weekend’s Psyche & Soul podcast Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)  continues exploration of mental health and wellbeing by looking at the role of meaningful living.(Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com

Alumni family gifts 17 Salesian Family Songs * Indian Salesian pens history of modern China  *  Thai Salesians Build Homes for Christians and Buddhists  *  Asian Bishops’ Office launches on-line Pastoral Communication Course

ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING THROUGH GRATEFUL LIVING JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB, PHD In this weekend’s podcast Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist at Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) continues his exploration of mental health and wellbeing by looking at the role of gratitude in promoting it.

Asian Cardinal sees hope lessons in Corona Malady  * Past Pupils set inter-provincial solidarity trend  * Doyen of Youth Ministry in India, No more  * Sikkim youth group wins on-line carol competition  *  Rugby Catapults Tea Garden Girl on to global arena

MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING In this first Psyche & Soul podcast of 2021 Dr. Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)  explores mental health and wellbeing, an essential requisite for a happy and productive life. (Full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com.

Provincial Appointed for Myanmar Province * Salesians celebrate 25 years in Solomon Islands  *  East Timor gets Biblia Tetun in Timorese  * Pakistan Don Bosco holds first ever girls’ badminton tournament  *  Team StudyNook inculcates joy of learning in kids  *  Salesian Family finds novel way of celebrating Christmas  * Teacher retires with 100% attendance for 15 years

MOVING INTO THE NEW YEAR WITH HOPE! Jose Parappully SDB, PhD In this last Psyche & Soul podcast of the year Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) exhorts us to move into 2021 with Hope as our companion, especially in the context of the disruption, distress and hopelessness that was so pervasive in 2020. (Full text at http://pojose.b;pogspot.com) Happy Christmas!

Provincial Appointed for New Delhi Province  *  College organises book collection drive * Youth Groups Out Perform in Carols from Darjeeling-Sikkim  * Mumbai Gospel band strikes a chord with youth  *  Pakistan Salesians Remember First Bishop of Quetta  *  Taiwan’s Minuscule Christian Population starts Christmas Preparation * Salesians Supply Free Clean Water for 300 Mongolian families

SPIRITUALITY OF EMBODIMENT Jose Parappully SDB, PhD sumedhacentre@gmail.com In the context of the coming celebration of Christmas - God embodying human flesh, as we read in John’s Gospel (Jn:1, 14), -- Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com) reflects on another significant dimension of a Holistic Spirituality, namely, a Spirituality of Embodiment. (Read full text at http://pojose.blogspot.com)

Rector Major Appeals for Mission Volunteers  *  Sonada Alumnus appointed provincial of Bangalore province  *  Thai youth sets Don Bosco Green Alliance Model  *  Vietnam theologate marks 25 years  *  Philippines Cooperators Hold Virtual Advent Retreat  *  Novices launch 180th Foundation Day with vestitions, professions  *  Auto Rickshaw Drivers get protective passenger partitions

SPIRITUALITY OF SIMPLICITY – “DOWNWARD MOBILITY” Jose Parappully SDB, PhD Last weekend Jose Parappully reflected on a Holistic Spirituality – Wholeness, not Flawlessness. This weekend he reflects on another important aspect of spirituality – Simplicity, so essential in a consumerist culture.

Regional Recalls Origins of Worldwide Salesian Mission * Don Bosco Television Shillong has over 12,000 subscribers in 3 months * Audio Divina Podcast available in English  *  Radio Prepares faithful for Sunday Liturgy   * Michaelites, celebrate 50 years   *  Don Bosco Green Alliance Joins Vatican’s Ambitious Climate Summit  *  Civil Administration inaugurates 'Forum for Migrants'

Psyche & Soul 23 SPIRITUALITY BASED ON HOLISTIC PARADIGM Last weekend Dr. Jose Parappully reflected on the impact of dualism on Spirituality. This weekend he reflects on spirituality based on a holistic paradigm.

Two past principals take leave two days apart * Football fields converted to vegetable farm * Mission Animation held for East Asia-Oceania Region * Corporate help skills orphan kids for livelihood  * Transcendence Retreat Available On-line * Salesian Sisters edge into mission centenary * Five faith leaders walk 4,000 kilometers for peace * Tea Man’s Memoirs Sketch Plantation Life

Psyche & Soul 22 A SPLINTERED, DISTORTED SPIRITUALITY Last weekend we reflected on Everyday spirituality. This weekend we shall continue our reflections on spirituality, especially the impact of dualism on spirituality.

Psyche & Soul 21 PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY AND RELIGION Fr. Jose Parappully SDB The title of this podcast “Psyche & Soul” alludes to a profound truth, namely “psyche,” that stands for psychology, and "soul," standing for spirituality, go together. We normally assume that the two are very different. Not really. Both have to do with everyday life and behaviour and thus have much in common. Good psychology is good spirituality, and good spirituality is good psychology.

Alumnus made Indian Ambassador to Austria and the Vatican * 15 New Delhi Salesians affected by Covid-19 * Book on Practical Spirituality launched  * Salesian NGOs train tribal youth in Maharashtra  *  Thai Parish team reaches out to 3 prisons * Past Pupil nominated Tainan’s New Bishop  *  Myanmar Cardinal Remembers Gandhi on International Day for Tolerance

Asia-Oceania Communication Delegates take media ministry decisions * Rector Major invites Salesian family to Heritage Museum * Monks hold Moral Education Seminar for Buddhist students. * Japanese Salesians render consistent solidarity with people in need. * Philosophical Institute holds first graduation ceremony. * Salesians study Lay Brother in Times of Technology 4.0 * Lo Groi Memorial Lecture Highlights Rohingya Refugee Crisis *  Salesian Bible Diary 'Word With Us' 2021 Available in English * 13 New Delhi Salesians affected by Covid-19. * Salesian Alumnus Daughter Wins Miss Universe Australia Pageant

TRANSFORMATION THROUGH COMMUNITY & COMPASSION FR JOSE PARAPPULLY SDB Podcast last week referred to the massive disruption of life that covid-19 has ushered in. However, in the depth of this disruption that is quite overwhelming, lies the opportunity to create a more beautiful and humane world. Social scientists sare reaching a consensus ttoday that the way forward from the Covid -19 disruption is through community and compassion.

Asia-Oceania Communication Delegates hold first virtual meeting;    Covid strikes Regional Councillor, Provincial, 6 others in Delhi province;      Don Bosco University Professor ranked 3rd in India, 235th in the world, as environmental scientist;     Colours of Life Film Festival Winners Announced;      Salesian News South Asia Podcast hits 25th Episode - SPECIAL FEATURE

COVID – 19:  A TIME OF MASSIVE DISRUPTION This weekend we shall reflect on the Covid-19 - disruptions and their impact on health and happiness… We are currently living through perhaps the worst crisis the global community has faced in the last 100 years, since the Spanish flu of 1918. Covid-19 has disrupted life on a massive scale creating a number of unsettling crises.

25th October to 31st October 2020 The headlines this week: On-line Training in Instructional Design and Video Production held; Hill College selected to study higher education in post Covid times; Salesians lead among number of cardinals; Life of Blessed Carlo Acutis published in Khasi; Cookie Store organises educational material collection for poor students; Jingle Bells Season - 5 kicks off in collaboration with Darjeeling-Sikkim Youth.

This weekend we shall explore how we can reduce as well as prevent stress. Stress is common place during these Covid -19 times. Learning to handle this stress is important for our health and happiness. Managing stress is all about taking charge: taking charge of our thoughts, our emotions, our schedules, our environment, and the way we deal with situations and perceived threats.  Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully  

The headlines this week: Multi-city book release marks Mission Sunday  Feature film on Don Bosco Alumnus in 5 languages ready for television premiere  Salesian University Professor designs Innovative lung ventilator Board Chairman Launches Lepcha Radio Program Book on Child Safeguarding Policies Released Devotional video of Delhi province youth goes viral

RESILIENCE Thriving Despite Adversity  This weekend we shall reflect on the contribution of resilience to health and happiness…Resilient persons, like the proverbial phoenix, are able to rise up literally from the ashes of their destructive or painful experience and thrive again. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully  

The headlines this week: Covid strikes 63 Shillong theology students and staff  Don Bosco College Kolkata to start next year Salesian Global Emergency Response Coordinator asks for feedback Don Bosco Cares for Street Children in Kanpur Radio Salesian set to broadcast Lepcha language program Salesian Sisters complete 25 weekly Video Messages

The contribution of hope and optimism to health and happiness This weekend we shall reflect on the contribution of hope and optimism to health and happiness…Hope is the conviction of having a meaningful future despite obstacles and also choosing the pathways to make that future real. Living hopefully leads to health and happiness as well as success in life. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully  

The headlines this week: 4th October to 10th October 2020 Covid strikes Rector and 7 theology students Don Bosco University Hosts 9th Convocation Diocese organizes mass prayer for Covid frontline workers Shillong Remembers Archbishop Jala’s legacy  Books & Beyond Club launched in Goa School holds 90 minute online staff 'retreat'  Youth Take on Youths

WANT TO BE HAPPY? BE GENEROUS! This weekend we shall reflect on the contribution of generosity to health and happiness…Scientific research tells us that just like gratitude that we explored in the last podcast, a generous disposition has an extraordinary impact on our emotional health and wellbeing.  Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

The headlines this week: Salesians raise 8 million euros for pandemic relief Don Bosco Network gave relief to 2.9 million lives Mumbai Salesians provide hope to Maharashtra villagers in pandemic times Radio Salesian Journalist makes to India Book of Records Don Bosco Varsity Youth Alive group prays for India, and leaders Kids deliver their food kits poorer classmates 8 Salesians from 3 provinces join Nepal Don Bosco Society

This weekend we shall reflect on the contribution of gratitude to health and happiness. Emotionally healthy persons have genuine appreciation for life and its blessings. They experience spontaneous joy and deep satisfaction in living. They are sensitive to the wonderful things happening in them and around them—the daily miracles of life. They live gratefully. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully  

The headlines this week: Sister gets NSS National Award. Open Cow Stable project launched. Radio Salesian trains radio journalists for Lepcha Program. Alumnus honours professor at memorial lecture. Salesian family teams up for National Bible Quiz. Song of courage gives hope in pandemic times. Faculty leads ‘We are the World’ global project. 104 Salesian Sisters attend on-line Media coordinators Meet.

This weekend we shall reflect on our emotions and their role in health and happiness. An essential aspect of what makes us human is our capacity to feel. Healthy persons are in touch with a wide spectrum of emotions, and are able to express these emotions spontaneously and appropriately.Unhealthy persons, on the contrary, are overly restricted in their range of emotional expressions. They are comfortable only with a few emotions. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully  

The headlines this week: 13th September to 19th September 2020 Alumnus made Indian Ambassador to Austria and the Vatican. Compendium on ''Evangelization and Catechesis'' released. Student barber earns Rs. 30,000 per month. Guwahati NGO Helps Skill Reverse Migrant Workers. Stations of Creation, a Way of Beauty.

Psyche & Soul 12 - Balancing Autonomy and Dependence This weekend we shall look at one important requisite for emotional wellbeing and success in life:  Balancing Autonomy and Dependence. Ability to think for oneself, and make choices and decisions based on one’s own internal convictions characterise an emotionally mature person. At the same time such a person is also capable of depending on and collaborating with others as necessitated by situations. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

6th September to 12th September 2020 E-Oratory connects slum children, plans all India network. COVID Warrior Alumnus narrates tour of duty. New home opened for rescued Child Labourers  Salesian takes Don Bosco Way mentoring to College Faculty. Eco-Philosophy Specialist launches 'Season of Creation' month. Video series help understand children with Learning Difficulties Salesian NGO builds new check-dam to help farmers.

This weekend we shall focus on Self Acceptance which is a foundational requisite for emotional health and happiness. Self acceptance, as the great psychologist Carl Jung points out, is not only an essential requisite for emotional wellbeing, but also influences our way of being in the world. In his own words: “Acceptance of oneself is …the acid test of one’s whole outlook on life.” Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

30th August to 5th September 2020 Regional Councilor Convokes Provincial Conference of South Asia. South Asia Formation Commission meets online to make 6-year Plan. ‘Education to the Faith' Dimension Coordinators meet online . New book celebrates life of late Archbishop Dominic Jala. International Table Tennis Player, Alumnus Nipjyoti Barua Succumbs to COVID-19. Origami India Torch-bearer Alumnus, wins Lexus India Design Award 2020.

Last weekend we explored the role of meaningfulness in living a healthy and happy life. This weekend we shall explore an important dimension of this meaningfulness. Our self-understanding of who we are. ... Emotionally healthy persons have some clear and convincing answers to the question “Who am I?” Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

23rd August to 29th August 2020 South Asia Delegate appointed Coordinator for Salesian International Communication Committed Govt. and dedicated Salesians care for corona victims Priest leads community farming movement Don Bosco Green Alliance joins Laudato Si’ Campaign Hyderabad launches online Short Film Festival Book on 'The Harlotry of Babylon' Released Alumnus appointed Ambassador to Ethiopia Delhi Police Appreciate Don Bosco Counselor

Recent research on health and happiness show that a sense of meaning in life is one of the major contributors to emotional and physical wellbeing. Emotionally healthy persons find life a meaningful adventure. They have something that gives meaning and significance to their life, such as an ideology, a dream, a commitment. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

16th August to 22nd August 2020. 94-year old past Principal wins corona battle. Ranchi Salesians hold National Youth Day. Salesian Family Listens to Young Voices on International Youth Day. Salesian publishes two Journalism books, launches YouTube Channel. Shillong live-streams daily Salesian news from across the globe. Don Bosco University rated first private university of Northeast India. Vocational Guidance Coordinators Discuss Vocational Culture.

NEED FULFILLMENT AND EMOTIONAL MATURATION This weekend we shall look at some basic needs that have to be satisfied for us to experience emotional maturation and wellbeing. All of us – infants, children, adolescents and adults - are needy! Needy for food,  for rest,  for attention,  for appreciation,  for love … and so on. When our need is fulfilled, we feel happy and we spread happiness around. Psychologists have short listed our basic emotional needs to three: Relatedness, Competence and Autonomy. We need environments that facilitate fulfillment of these needs to grow healthy and happy.  Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

The headlines this week: 9th August to 15th August 2020. Salesian community radio collaborates with govt department. East Asia Oceania and South Asia Past Pupils meet online. Veteran educator Pens New Book: Efficient Teacher for the 21st Century. Shillong Province inaugurates Development Office Building. Past Pupils create ripples of ‘FMA India Impact’. College holds International e-Colloquium on 'Emerging from the Virus Crisis: Disruptive Challenges in Higher Education'.

COPING WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY DURING COVID – Physical, Mental and Spiritual strategies Jose Parappully, PhD Last weekend Psyche and Soul focused on self-care during Covid 19. This weekend the  focus is  specifically on the stress and anxiety related to Covid, and the physical, mental and spiritual strategies that can help us cope with them. These strategies include healing through Breath, Cognitive Reframing and Loving Kindness Meditation. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

The headlines this week: 2nd August to 8th August 2020. Salesian Sisters head for centenary with 62 new professions. Priest aims to cycle 50,000 km within two years. Goa Don Bosco College paves way for future farms. Salesian Brother takes to Master painter Rembrandt. Students of Theology start 9-day Online Youth Retreat.

Covid -19 pandemic can be a stressful time for many. During times such as this we can be overwhelmed not only by worry and anxiety, but also by other emotions such as fear, anger, hopelessness, sadness and grief.  Stress can also lead to many physiological reactions. Here are a few suggestions as to how we can avoid or reduce stress and anxiety. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

The headlines this week: Corona infected Kolkata Salesians out of danger, one still in hospital. Don Bosco joins Chennai Corporation’s Covid 19 awareness initiatives. Don Bosco Tech India Raises Concerns, Offers Suggestions to Govt for Curriculum Development. Kerala Don Bosco NGO helps paralyzed guest worker return to Assam. Naga Mothers and Salesians respond to Covid 19 victims. 4 Salesians joining Nepal missions start Nepali language course at Salesian College Sonada. Delhi Alumni organise webinar on Mental Health & Wellbeing in COVID-19 Times

WE NEED EMPATHIC AND ADMIRABLE PEOPLE AROUND US Fr. Jose Parappully SDB, PhD This weekend, we shall reflect on our need to have around us empathic and caring people who mirror our grandiosity, whom we can idealize and to whom we feel connected, in order for us to grow up and remain healthy and happy. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psycho-spiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psycho-spiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional well-being and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

Mental Health in times of Covid-19 with Dr. Samir Parikh, Director Mental Health , Fortis Memorial Research Centre , GURUGRAM. Moderated by Fr Davis , Dr Kenshuk Marwah and Mr Varun Sawhney. Organized by Past Pupils of Don Bosco Alaknanda. Facebook Event on Sun, 26 Jul, 7-8 PM IST Very crisp and informative talk on how our attitude towards Covid 19 pandemic  Take home messages  Use positive words like we are not caged, we are in Fortresses of our home and stay him stay safe positive attitude. For Kids less aggressive videos, games etc. More bonding of family. Make them talk to their friends and make a routine of sleeping and waking.  Dr Samir Parikh was in favour of online classes as that builds routine for kids. Talk to kids and let them do board games, some painting, their hobbies etc  For youth -if losing jobs not to loose hope this pandemic is affecting everyone. So don't feel you aren't capable, be positive about your skill set.  Make youth connect with elderly at home make them talk to you Friends or their relatives via technology. For Adults - keep good sleep cycle don't do any exercise or have tea or coffee just before sleep or better after evening. For senior citizens stay away from news and WhatsApp university forwards which raise panic. Always spread positive awareness and shun negativism by positive bombardment of good thoughts. Wearing mask and proper etiquette important. If they are your friend s or relatives still take proper precautions. For single youth try and connect it friends on online platforms. For Youth with family, spend more quality time and make up a good routine and work hours. Define work hours at work from home so proper time can be given to family. These are unprecedented times and everyone is living on the edge globally. And connect to everyone like I always do 🤩. Diffuse more positivity 🙏🙏🙏 Dr Kenshuk Marwah President , Past Pupils of Don Bosco Alaknanda Secretary , Past Pupils Delhi Province Executive Member , Past Pupils National Committee

The headlines this week: 19th July to 25th July 2020. Covid warrior Salesian dies contracting virus, 9 Kokata Salesians infected. Nepal Don Bosco Schools Innovate to Educate in COVID-19 Times. Hyderabad Don Bosco Youth Services Launches Online Competitions for Young People. Salesian College offers student welfare schemes in Covid times.

Threats to Healthy Adult Relationships: Insecure Attachments in Childhood Two types of insecure attachments in childhood threaten healthy adult relationships. Children who develop an "anxious ambivalent" attachment pattern  are plagued by insecurity which makes them reluctant to be close to others; when they do, they become very clinging and quite controlling in their relationships. Children who develop an "anxious avoidant" attachment pattern avoid relationships and act as if they do not need relationships. They attempt to live without seeking love and support from others, and try to take care of themselves and become emotionally detached. These are the children who grow up to be great achievers, but who are hopeless at relationships. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psychospiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional wellbeing and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

1.8 Salesian News 2020 July 5 - 11 July #11 The headlines this week: Indian Salesians discuss Covid-19 Emergency Relief at UN Meet. Mumbai Savio School Alumni Feed One Million people in 100 Days at 65 Locations. Hyderabad Salesians Host 1st ‘Laudato Si' Province Webinar. Catholic Bishops Conference of India and Salesian Higher Education Network  plan Webinars on Catholic Education Covid Era and Beyond. Salesian Sisters take School assembly to children’s homes.

Childhood Foundations of Healthy Relationships 2: Secure Attachments We all require the calming presence of a sensitive and caring other in our childhood to provide us a sense of safety and security, especially in times of trouble and danger. The secure attachment we develop to this person makes us confident to reach out to others in trust and build satisfying relationships necessary for health and happiness. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psychospiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional wellbeing and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

The headlines this week: Don Bosco launches new livelihood training for those impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Assam Don Bosco University offers 350 bed facility for Covid victims. College hosts self grooming classes for students, online. Salesian Schools Shine in Meghalaya School Education Board Results 2020. Don Bosco awarded New Delhi’s best vocational training center.

Foundations for healthy relationships are built on the trust and security we developed through our childhood experiences, as well as the family environment in which we grew up. Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psychospiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional wellbeing and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

Regional Councilor for South Asia Father Biju Michael hopes ``to transform lives of half a million young people`` Don Bosco Network-South Asia COVID-19 Solidarity Relief Sustains 1.59 Million Across India Sacred Heart Theologate Shillong felicitates 25 graduates and 22 deacons Psyche & Soul - Podcast series launched Education must include “Life Coping Skills,” says Goa Salesian

Director Jose Parappully, Salesian priest and clinical psychologist presents a psychospiritual and educational reflection titled  'Psyche&soul', a weekend podcast from Sumedha Centre for Psychospiritual Wellbeing at Jeolikote, Uttarakhand.  He uses insights from psychology, sacred scripture as well as the socio-political realities of our everyday life to help us enhance our emotional wellbeing and our spiritual life – our psyche and our soul. Please read more on our blogs: http://sumedhabani.blogspot.com  Facebook: www.facebook.com/sumedhacentre  twitter @jparappully

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. This episode highlights Covid-19 relief, 3 SDBs infected, DB University, FM Radio UNICEF project . Brought to you by Salesian TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. This episode highlights DB YaR, Covid-19 Aid, School Government Award, Marginalized, Donations. Brought to you by Salesian TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org 

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. This episode highlights DB Youth Animation, DB Green Alliance, Chennai Covid 19, Bishop Resignation, and School Fees Relief. Brought to you by Salesian TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. This episode highlights Don Bosco Covid-19 Relief works, Bosco Communications, NITIKA, Free Music Albums, and Obituary. Brought to you by Salesians TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. This episode highlights Vatican Appointments, Vocation, Podcast release, 3 Salesian Martyrs and Migrants. Brought to you by Salesians TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org

Weekly News update of Salesian life and work among the young in South Asia. Highlights the Covid-19 relief activities, success stories, educational services, youth animation, counselling, appointments, and online services. Brought to you by Salesians TV and Bosco Information Services, South Asia. www.donboscosouthasia.org

This educational podcast brings you the news and views of Salesian life and work among the young, from over 500 Don Bosco Institutions in South Asia. BIS is Bosco Information Service, a unit of Bosco Communications, that promotes peace, truth and love in the nations.