Dear Friends,
Namaskaram.
Richard Feynman (1918–1988) was a renowned American physicist and 1965 Nobel Prize winner for his contributions to quantum electrodynamics. He developed Feynman diagrams and pioneered ideas in quantum computing and nanotechnology. He contributed to the atomic bomb project and investigated the Challenger disaster. A gifted teacher and science communicator, he simplified complex scientific ideas through lectures and books. He is remembered for his curiosity, innovative thinking, and passion for questioning established ideas. In this issue, we present a selection of his quotes.
Cover Story
Narrates the “Nature’s Silent Language: A Lesson in Trust”. Don’t miss to see the audio visual. Click here
Highlights
- Workshop on Traditional Siddha Varma Bone-Setting Practices
- Revival and Renovation of Traditional Water Bodies
- Training programmes and commissioning of Biomethanation Plants
- Examinations – VASUDHA – Discovering Green Warriors, and
- Networking
Wisdom Section
Carolyn Merchant, American ecofeminist philosopher, reminds us that nature is a living community, not a machine. Ivan Pavlov, Russian physiologist, reveals how human behaviour is shaped by conditioning through his famous dog-and-bell experiments. Finally, Tomohide Akiyama, former Director-General of Japan’s Forestry Agency, highlights the healing power of a simple walk in the forest through Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing).
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With best wishes,
(G.Vasudeo)
Secretary
Vivekananda Kendra – NARDEP
Kanyakumari – 629 702, Tamilnadu.
Mobile : 09442646296, 04652 246296 (office)
Email : vknardep@gmail.com
Web : www.vknardep.org; www.greenrameswaram.org & www.vasudhaindia.in