We rejoice in the youths’ spirit to learn and support each other.

On Sunday 12 January, Nalanda Youth Centre brought its Youth Sunday Service outdoors with a mindful hike for the group to connect with nature at Bukit Serdang and strengthen bonds of friendship to start the year well.

Bro. Yeo DiSheng shared that we are able to thrive in life when we have the support of wholesome friends – ‘Kalyana-mitta’, spiritual friends and ‘Suhada-mitta’, the latter being  good-hearted friends who sincerely care for our well-being, guide us when we face challenges and help us navigate life with kindness.

Settling down to share a meal.

The youths learned that life thrives with wholesome friends.

An early and joyful start.

Warming up with light exercises.

Appreciation for our friends as we celebrate their birthdays.

With a better understanding of how we can support each other as a Dhamma community, may all of us have a fruitful year of growth to become true and dear friends to one another.

Written by Sis. Wicia Fong.