The Sutradhar


Institute of Dharma



The Young Dharmic Leaders



Bhagavad Gita: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
(Ages 8-12)



Objective



To move beyond introduction and provide a deeper, interactive

understanding of the Bhagavad Gita's core philosophies. This workshop empowers pre-teens to apply these timeless principles to their modern-day challenges, fostering critical thinking, leadership, and resilience.





Our Mission



To empower the next

generation with a strong

moral compass and emotional

resilience by connectin

ancient wisdom with the

everyday challenges and joys

of being a child.



Our Vision



To nurture a community of

kind, self-aware, and

courageous young

individuals who understand

their value and are inspired

to positively impact the

world around them.



Key Benefits for Your Teen





Self-Discovery:
Understanding the
eternal nature of the
soul (Atman) vs. the
temporary body.



Mind Mastery:
Practical techniques
to control the mind
and sharpen focus.



Purposeful Action:
The science of Karma
Yoga acting with excellence
without attachment
to results.



Emotional
Resilience: Managing fear,
anger, and anxiety
through the
lens of the Gita.



Ethical Leadership:
Making tough choices
based on Dharma
(righteousness)
in real-life
scenarios.



Why This Age Group Needs It



Pre-teens face increasing academic pressure, social
complexities, and emotional turbulence.The Gita
provides a robust framework to:



Navigate
peer
pressure and
social conflicts



Build
confidence and
a strong sense
of self-identity.



Develop a
growth mindset
and resilience
against failure



Understand their
duties (Dharma) as
students, friends,
and family
members.



Workshop Methodology



This is not a lecture series. It's an engaging lab for life skills.



Socratic
Discussions



Facilitated debates on
Gita's teachings and
their modern
relevance.



Case Studies &
Role-Playing



Analyzing dilemmas
from the Mahabharata
and acting out modern-
day equivalents



Mindful Leadership Exercises



Team-based challenges
that require focus,
strategy, and ethical
decision-making.



Creative
Expression



Using art, journaling,
and digital media to
interpret and internalize
concepts.



Week 1



The Battlefield of Life - Conquering Your Inner Conflict



Concept: Recognizing the "Kurukshetra" within ourselves—the daily battle between our higher wisdom and lower impulses (like procrastination, anger, or doubt).



Gita Verse (2.3):
"Don’t yield to this weakness.
It doesn’t suit you.
Shake off this
petty faint-heartedness and arise!"



Activity: "The Two Charioteers" Debate. Split into groups. One argues for Arjuna's perspective (fear, confusion), the other for Krishna's (duty, courage). This builds empathy and critical thinking.



Modern Application:
Discuss how this
relates to standing
up for someone beingbullied
or choosing to
study over playing video games.



Week 2



The Yoga of Action - Excellence in Everything You Do



Concept:
Karma Yoga -
Redefining success from "winning" to
"giving your
best effort."



Gita Verse (2.47):
"You have a right to perform your prescribed duties,
but you are not
entitled to the fruits of your actions."



Activity: “The Result-Free Zone” Challenge—teams build the tallest, most creative tower. Midway, reveal no prize exists; debrief on motivation shifts and authentic enjoyment.



Modern Application:
Relating this to focusing on learning in a test rather than just the grade,
or enjoying the practice
of a sport, not just the final score.



Outcome for Participants



Your child will gain:



A practical toolkit of verses and concepts to handle stress and decision-making.



Increased self-awareness and emotional regulation skills.



A stronger ethical compass and the courage to use it.



A peer community that values meaningful discussion.