Another Midlife
Dynamics and the Spiritual Journey programme (August 17-31) was completed
successfully at Sumedha Centre. The 14 participants, coming from different
parts of the country, were very satisfied with the programmes and the arrangement
at Sumedha Centre. Evaluating the usefulness of the programme on a 10-point
scale, 1 indicating “very little useful”
and 10 indicating “very much useful,”
nine of the 14 participants gave a perfect 10, and the other five 9. The most
useful modules were Midlife Dynamics and
Transformational Processes, Characteristics of a Mature Spirituality, and Sexuality, Celibacy and Intimacy. This
interactive workshop was facilitated by Jose Parappully, PhD, the Director of
Sumedha Centre and assisted by John Minj, the Administrator.
The workshop will be offered again next
year, August 17-31.
Some Comments:
“Being at midlife, this was a great
opportunity for me for self-exploration, assessment of my life, and integration.
I am quite happy with the accommodation, food and the facilities provided here.
The beautiful green mountains and the pleasant weather was an added privilege.”
Anu
“Inputs and reflection, meditation,
liturgy, movies, music…everything was good and inspiring. Timetable was very
relaxing. Had enough time for everything.” Celine
“It was a healing, learning experience for
me. Gave me so much self-awareness. It helped me to reconcile with many aspects
of my past.” Innamma
“The presentation on Spirituality was so
enriching. It gave me a very different understanding. The presentation on
Sexuality, Celibacy and Intimacy was marvellous…The programme gave me energy to
move on in life.” Jeya
“It was a moment of grace and gift. I am so
glad I came.” Lincy.
“The programme helped me find a new
direction. I go back enriched.” Philo
“Celibate friendship, celibate chastity,
and intimacy were explained in detail…The four fold dynamics of Input,
Introspection, Interaction, and Prayer created greater awareness in me…The whole
approach was excellent. The presentation were so good. Never felt bored or
sleepy.” Sriya
“I came here very worried and anxious… However,
the programme turned out to be a great opportunity for me, for which I am
deeply grateful. The inputs enriched me, gave great insights into self.”
Vinaya.
