We are overjoyed to share the results of a new initiative, the integration of the Education for Life (EFL) approach into established schools. The video features two CBSE schools in Gurugram, India, yet the program demonstrates that the child-centered principles of EFL could be integrated in any enthusiastic school in the world. About EFL: Education for Life is a transformative … Read More
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Preparing Children to Meet Life’s Challenges
With Nayaswami Nitai, Aryavan, Dr. Amita & Soumya Recorded at Ananda Pune, during the Spiritual Fair 2022 (October 2022)
Yogananda’s ‘How to Live’ Teachings for Children & Adults
Sunday Satsang with Nayaswami Nitai (founder of Ananda’s Living Wisdom schools which based on Paramhansa Yogananda’s and Swami Kriyananda’s teachings)
Intuition in Education – Satsang by Nayaswami Nitai
Nayaswami Nitai is the co- founder of Education for Life (EFL). He also started the first Living Wisdom School – 50 years ago at Ananda Village.
Education for Life: An Interview with Michael Nitai Deranja
What is Education for Life? Any educational system that teaches only job skills or offers only intellectual information is neglecting the essential needs of human beings. The solution is a form of education that trains us in that which is most relevant to us—how to find lasting happiness in life. We deeply need proper training in “how-to-live” skills such as … Read More
Ananda History: Be Practical in Your Idealism
Watch some of Ananda’s earliest members share about starting this successful spiritual community – the earliest businesses, farm, market and school. Join Nayaswami Jyotish, Binay, Anandi, Durga, Nitai and Parvati as they share their inspiring experiences.
The History of Ananda Part 4: The First Urban Community
A panel of Ananda residents talk about what happened after the fire in 1976 and life in Ananda’s first big urban community in San Francisco.
The History of Ananda Part 2: Leading up to the Fire
A panel of speakers talk about what life was like in the few years before a large fire burned down 23 of the 24 houses at Ananda Village in 1976.