Permeating Positive Consciousness, inspired by Radhanath Swami

Based on an interview with Mrs. Bhavana Thakkar, Teacher at Gopal’s Fun School (GFS) Mumbai, India --

Bhavana shares her experience of a 6 year old student, who has been instrumental in changing his home atmosphere and bringing a positive consciousness all around.

This child Rihaan comes regularly to GFS’s Saturday classes. Initially, when he joined GFS, he used to look distracted during the class. Bhavana (his teacher) was worried, as to, whether the child really registered and took back home anything from the classes.

With this worry in mind, she spoke to Rihaan’s mother. To Bhavana’s surprise, Rihaan’s mother said, “I am now careful that Rihaan is not around before I get angry.” On further elaboration, it was found that Rihaan explained all the values to his parents. For example, anger management, positive attitude, art of appreciation, etc., that he learned in GFS. He also saw to it that it was practiced religiously at his home.

A Chain Reaction inspired by Radhanath Swami

Based on an interview with Ms. Pradnya Gaikar, Teacher at Gopal’s Fun School (GFS) Mumbai, India --

I have observed a chain reaction in GFS. This is not one of those negative reactions, but one of those positive ones. These are chain reactions inspired by the teachings of Radhanath Swami.

I used to teach a little naughty Ishaan, a sweet girl Janhavi and her tiny brother Gautam. And I encouraged their parents to participate in GFS festivals and programs. These programs have a solo aim of imparting values and culture.

Now that very same Ishaan has grown up and inspires his school and society friends to cultivate the values he had learnt at the GFS. Sweet Janhavi and her brother Gautam have teamed up to engage other young idle minds in positive cultural activities in GFS festivals.

Radhanath Swami inspires Bhaktivedanta Hospital - Kidney Dialysis Program

Based on an interview with Amol Kulkarni, Deputy Director, Share Your Care Inc., Mumbai, India --

Just 22 years old, with a dream in heart to join the Indian Army, Rohan Chaudhari, had filled the application form and was waiting for further procedures.

Rohan completed his academics up to SSC (grade 10). He works for a cellular phone showroom earning Rs. 3000 per month. He lives in a tiny one room kitchen flat in Nalasopara with his father, mother and younger brother. His father is working in a ready-made cloth store, earning Rs 5000 per month. Mother is a housewife and his brother is studying in 2nd year BMS.

Just 2 months back, Rohan faced dizziness and a very acute joint pain. He went to a local doctor in Nalasopara, where he was given a high dose of antibiotics, due to which his kidney got affected badly. When he went to KEM Hospital for further treatment, they told him that both his kidneys had failed. All his dreams crushed within this minute. After spending 1.5 months in KEM Hospital, his family has now already spent Rs 1.5 lakh on the treatment.

Today he is taking dialysis twice a week at subsidized rates at the Bhaktivedanta Hospital. His mother wants to donate her kidney to her son. But that will require Rs 5 lakhs for the kidney transplant...

A Doctor's Experience of Bhaktivedanta Hospital

Based on an interview with Dr. Ashok Mathure, MS; FRCS (Eng); FRCS (Ed); FICS, Cons. Pediatric Surgeon --

Bhaktivedanta Hospital, under the guidance of Radhanath Swami, has grown into a unique modern hospital with a rich blend of divine serenity and kind human care.

When one enters the hospital one experiences the pleasant, calm atmosphere & soothing chanting of Hare Krishna. The hospital is spotless & very clean. The human ego melts here, to enjoy the services of the devoted hospital staff, right from the telephone operators. Politeness is most visible.

The medical services of all the disciplines are of high standard with expert medical staff and modern technological equipment. I had the memorable association with this hospital for the surgical patients "Children, Neonates".

Making better lives through Medical Care, Radhanath Swami and his Bhaktivedanta Hospital

Based on an interview with the Staff of Bhaktivedanta Hospital, Mumbai, India --

Many instances exist, where small children have been given their smile back, thanks to Bhaktivedanta Hospital’s dedicated doctors and the encouragement of Radhanath Swami. Two recent examples come to mind: that of a three year old girl and also of another 3 year old boy.

In Riya’s case, she got a new breath of life after doctors successfully removed a cancerous tumor weighing 2.5 kg off from her left kidney.

As the tumor kept growing, all her internal organs were being compressed and it was extending up to her heart, said oncology-surgeon Vishnu Agrawal, adding that the little girl's stomach was bloating as a result. It was around a month ago that the family from Vrindavan, noticed that something was wrong with the child. The family realized something was wrong, when they saw Riya's abdomen had increased tremendously although she had stopped eating.

Radhanath Swami and the Teton Family Vision Foundation

Based on an interview with Dr. Jugal P. Shah, M.S., D.N.B, D.O.M.S., F.C.P.S., Mumbai, India --

I am immensely pleased to be a part of this wonderful family of Bhaktivedanta Hospital and the spiritual family of Radhanath Swami. My association with Radhanath Swami and Bhaktivedanta Hospital began with the visits to Barsana Eye Camp which has now blossomed into a much deeper and more enriching relationship.

At the Teton Family Vision Foundation at Bhaktivedanta Hospital we strive to offer not just comprehensive eye care but also the Vision for the Soul that is unique and it gives me immense satisfaction.