our society, lives, and organizations are filled with dualities, contradictions and paradoxes.
Join Corinna Galliano, PhD, from the University of Sydney, delves into the modern application of the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.
Our society, lives, and organizations are filled with dualities, contradictions and paradoxes. For example, organizations, must balance the need for innovation with the stability of established processes, the pursuit of profit with sustainable development. In our lives, we may face the paradox of work-life balance, striving to achieve career success while maintaining personal relationships and self-care. In our society, we have seen the emergence of polarising views and conflict.
To navigate such complex contexts, it is more important than ever to revive the ancient Vedic concept of Dharma, which guides us in finding harmony amidst chaos and teaches us to live in accordance with the laws of nature.
We will explore how the timeless insights of Vedic teachings, particularly the paradox of Dharma from the Bhagavad Gita, can inform our modern lives. The Gita presents an extreme example of how to apply the concept of Dharma to our lives. On a battlefield, the warrior Arjuna grapples with the contradictions between his duty (Dharma) as a warrior and his heart, which does not want him to go on killing his loved ones.
Length: 90 minutes
Cost: Free
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Corinna Galliano is a Lecturer at the University of Sydney Business School and a successful Vedic meditation teacher. With over 14 years of industry experience, she integrates her extensive background in engineering, sustainability projects, and learning and development into her academic role. Corinna has designed, coordinated, and delivered courses, significantly impacting students' academic journeys. She also contributes to the Post-Crisis Leadership (LPC) program, developing and facilitating units and workshops that inspire future leaders.
Her academic research leverages an Eastern worldview to provide insights into managing dynamic contexts like start-ups, innovation teams, and large organizations undergoing transformation. A lifelong search for effective meditation techniques led her to Vedic meditation, which has renewed her vitality and alleviated anxiety and burnout. As an accredited Vedic meditation teacher trained under Thom Knoles, Corinna brings meditation into corporate contexts to drive organizational change. As the academic lead for the Leading in a Post-Crisis program, she emphasizes conscious leadership, aiming to positively impact individuals, organizations, and communities. Through her research, teaching, and meditation practice, Corinna continues to connect with organizations, peers, and students to leverage her expertise and transform their worlds.