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Puneeta Roy

Puneeta Roy

Puneeta Roy is a media professional with over 30 years of experience. Her interest in expressive arts has led her to conduct workshops with young people using theatre and the arts as tools for self-exploration and transformation. As the Founder Trustee of The Yuva Ekta Foundation, her vision of equity and social justice has translated into the creation of several such platforms. The past decade has ignited a deep interest in emotional intelligence especially in the labyrinth of human relationships, even as the exploration of one’s own self moves towards greater awareness and compassion.

Session

Peaceful Heart :The Buddhist Practice of Patience

His Eminence Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche in conversation with Puneeta Roy

"His Eminence Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche’s recent book Peaceful Heart :The Buddhist Practice of Patience brings to the forefront the essential practise of patience in everyday life. Exploring the teachings of the ancient sage Shantideva and his emphasis on patience, His Eminence discusses the classical texts of Buddhism and the impact of its timeless wisdom in contemporary society. In a conversation with Puneeta Roy, he stresses the importance of the practise to develop empathy and insight and to maintain a peaceful state of mind. "