Don Bosco, South Asia

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.