FACILITATOR / INSTRUCTOR GUIDE

Capsule : Vedic Sciences & Consciousness Studies

Duration: 8 Hours (4 sessions × 2 hours)
Interdisciplinary: Suitable for psychology, neuroscience, yoga, and philosophy learners

Description

This capsule bridges the ancient science of consciousness found in the Upanishads and Yoga traditions with contemporary approaches in psychology and neurobiology. Learners examine concepts like koshas, gunas, saṅkalpa, and higher states of awareness.

Learning Objectives

• Map the five koshas and their influence on wellbeing.
• Understand the interplay of guṇas in human behavior and decision-making.
• Explore the nature of intention (saṅkalpa) and its transformative potential.
• Compare Vedic views with modern consciousness theories.

Curriculum

• Session 1: Vedic View of the Mind, Manas–Buddhi–Ahamkara
• Session 2: Koshas and Chakras – Subtle Body Science
• Session 3: Consciousness and Sankalpa – The Power of Intention
• Session 4: Dialogue: Vedic vs Modern Consciousness Science

Learning Outcomes

• Map the structure of human experience according to Vedic models
• Understand the role of consciousness in health and transformation
• Analyze parallels between Vedic and modern consciousness studies

Structure Overview

Session.               Title                                                                     Duration                   Delivery Mode                     Key Focus

1                               Vedic View of the Mind & Koshas                              2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                      Sheaths of existence

2                                Guṇas & Subtle Body Psychology                              2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                      Modes of nature, behavior

3                                Saṅkalpa & Consciousness Transformation            2 hrs                                Live / Recorded                      Mind and reality

4                                Dialogue: Veda & Science                                              2 hrs                               Live / Recorded                      Comparative exploration

Facilitator’s Spiritual Grounding

• Invoke your lineage (Guru-parampara) or personal Ishta Devata before the session.
• Anchor the session with a brief sankalpa: ‘May this knowledge serve the welfare of all beings and the environment.’
• Maintain a compassionate, non-judgmental tone; honor śraddhā (faith) and viveka (discernment).

Learner Engagement Tips

• Begin with a short invocation or 3 rounds of Om; end with a Shanti Mantra.
• Use Sanskrit terms with clear English gloss; invite questions with humility.
• Incorporate dyads (pair-sharing) and brief journaling to deepen reflection.
• Leverage breakout rooms (for live) or forum prompts (for LMS) for peer learning.

Post-Capsule Wrap-Up

• Share slides, recordings (if any), and reading list PDFs.
• Collect feedback ; compile insights for the future improvement.
• Suggest next-step pathways (advanced capsule or full program).

Fees: 

The Registration Fee is  USD 25. 

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Start Dates:

All capsule sessions will be offered four times a year, scheduled in alignment with the Vedic Calendar.

1. Uttarāyaṇa Period (Winter Solstice):  Dec. 21 to  20 March

2. Devayāna Period (Vernal Equinox): 21 March to 20 June

3. Dakṣiṇāyana Period (Summer Solstice): 21 June to 22 Sept.

4. Pitṛyāna period (Autumn Equinox): 23 Sept. to 20 Dec.

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Registration will be announced as and when it is available