It is common for us to get upset, angry, agitated and even be bogged down by these difficult emotions. Let us together explore the theme ‘Peace begins with Me’ to grow our mindset and be agile in steering ourselves towards positive and wholesome emotions so that we can overcome challenges we face.
Read moreAt the heart of this year’s Family Fun Fair are the Youth Canopies, run by over 120 young working adults and undergraduates from across the peninsula, who gathered to render their selfless service. With just weeks of planning after Wesak, the youths set up 18 stalls, an exhibition to reach out to the community and also drive green initiatives through the Recycling Team.
Read moreNalanda Youth Centre is organising the 7th Dhamma-Living Camp for Young Adults from 13 – 16 September 2024. This uplifting and potentially life-changing camp is tailored for college students and young working adults between ages 18 and 30.
Read moreSince June this year, a group of 30 young working adults have been gathering monthly at Nalanda Book Café Community Centre, to explore how to achieve overall well-being. Integrating sharings by corporate leaders and peer-group discussions, the youths have been learning how to build harmonious relationships, pursue positive growth and overcome challenges.
Read moreFrom 5 to 7 July, Nalanda Youth Centre welcomed friends from DAYWA (Dhamma Assembly for Young Working Adults - Singapore) to visit Nalanda and Wisdom Park. They are the organising committee for the upcoming August meditation retreat, and specially arranged this 'reconnaissance' trip to prepare for the retreat whilst also joining the learning programmes at Nalanda Centre.
Read moreIn conjunction with Buddha Day Observance, Nalanda Youth Centre organised a special Forum for Young Working Adults on Thursday, 23 May. More than 70 participants gathered at Nalanda Centre to learn and discuss with a panel of seasoned professionals featuring Bro Tan Say Kee (Director of Jurukur Jitu Runding), Bro. Soh Lian Seng (Partner, Head of Tax in KPMG Malaysia) and Sis. See Hui Shien (Director of Application in Biomed Global).
Read moreThis year’s Buddha Day theme ‘Peace begins with Me’ provokes reflection on how our attitude and mindset determines outcomes and impact those around us. At the upcoming ‘Young Working Adults Forum’, we will explore this theme to better understand how to cultivate this in ourselves so that we act responsibly at work and reduce situations leading to anger and conflict.
Read moreThe final session of the ‘Happy Young Adults’ programme was held just this Tuesday 14 May, at the Nalanda Book Café Community Centre. From being strangers 3 months ago, to now being good friends, participants gathered to learn from Bro. Tan Siang Chye on ‘Living a Meaningful Life’.
Read moreIn the past two weeks, participants of the ‘Happy Young Adults’ programme have been learning and reflecting on their journey at work and in life with Bro. Lee Kong Foo, a Nalanda leader and a senior manager in a multinational corporation. Sharing his insights and personal experiences, the participants learned more about achieving success with purpose and satisfaction.
Read moreOn Tuesday 19 March, 30 youths came together at Nalanda Book Café Community Centre to explore ways to develop ourselves holistically at the Happy Young Adults programme. Guided by Bro. Tan Siang Chye, the group consisted mainly of young adults who are at the start of their careers, often facing similar challenges at work.
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