I came across this wonderful video with insights and a look into the eastern philosophy of karma. I've been recently reading about and studying the theory of karma in the Jain philosophy. 

Watch the video below, directed by Erling Hoveid, and share your thoughts in the comments section below:

Here is my opening note at the Young Jains 'Bridging The Gap' Convention:

Here is my closing note - unpolished, inspiring and a call to action:

Part One:

Part Two:

This weekend just gone was the Young Jains 7th International Convention, BRIDGING THE GAP.

I feel completely humbled about how the entire weekend unfolded for the 150 people in the room. The presentations carefully delivered, the food prepared with love, the collaborative compassion from the team and the energy and atmosphere was all second to none. I'll write more and post videos in due course.

Here is a song played multiple times over the weekend. Listen to the words.

Went to the Stanton Guildhouse for a Young Jains retreat where we looked at some core principles of the dharma and the future planning of the organization and its events.

Jai Jinendra... which means I bow down to the greatness of the Jinas (those who have attained nirvana) and by doing so try to internalize and imbibe their qualities in ourselves.

At a discussion event about Jain business ethics led by Dr Atul K Shah of Diverse Ethics Ltd.

UPDATE (21/03) - It was an interesting event. We discussed the theory and practical elements of Jain dharma that are important in ethical business practices, primarily touching on the main vows of Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth), Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) and Asteya (non-stealing), whilst touching briefly on the permanence of the soul and the impermanence of the body that drives the business. There was an interesting difference of opinion where some though that profit maximization is fine if profit is channelled in the right way, and others felt that business should just be there to make all that's needed. What do you think?

Apologies for any brevity. Sent from my iPhone.