Peace Serenity SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLE: To have deep inner peace and be calm, no matter the level of outer activity or change. QUOTE: “Even for being blessed by God's grace, one must have Peace (Shanthi) and wait patiently. Serenity alone succeeds in bringing about the results of sadhana (spiritual practice)” – Prashanthi Vahini 17-18

PRAYER / CHANT: Chanting of Omkar 9 times Peace Serenity PRAYER / CHANT: Chanting of Omkar 9 times

Peace Serenity Affirmation : I will be calm and invoke Swami's aid when in distress. Silent Sitting: All students are requested to sit in a comfortable position. Keep your hands on the table or your lap. Do deep breathing. Breath in……breathe out…..Breathe in …… breathe out…….

Peace Serenity SONG: Let the love we are sharing spread its wings Fly across the earth and bring New joy every being that is alive Samastha loka sukino bhavanthu May all the beings in all the worlds be happy Let the grace of God flow in our hearts Revealing all that is one and bringing Peace to every thing that is alive

Peace Serenity Story : (Audio Source: http://radiosai.org/program/Download.php)

Peace Serenity DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Why was the king angry at Lord Buddha? What made the King realize that the sanyasin was Lord Buddha Himself? What is the key message in this story? How would you act if you were in a similar situation?

Characters : Lord Buddha, King Peace Serenity ROLE PLAY: Contentment and Peace Characters : Lord Buddha, King Enact the entire story Each child can tell their favorite part in the story Discuss the value(s) in the story

Peace Serenity LIFE APPLICATION / HOMEWORK: Practice being calm and peaceful in disturbing situations and seek Swami's help by praying.