Phrase that means understanding the greatness of Maharaj and Swami
Mahima no Vichar
The S in SMART Goals
Specific (goal is clearly defined)
The artist that locked his clothes to stop procrastinating
Victor Hugo
Yes! You need to try different options until one fits
Aksharna vasi Vhaalo aavyaa avni par, Navkhand dhartimaa Swami chataraayaa chaale raaj
The resident of Akshardham, Shreeji Maharaj, descended on earth. He fearlessly and bravely walked this earth.
The award that Pramukh Swami Maharaj was given for his accomplishments
Guinness Book of World Records
The M in SMART Goals
Measurable (you should be able to measure your progress and determine whether you've accomplished your goal)
The book that Victor Hugo had to finish within the deadline his publisher gave him
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
What the Yuvak wished to study even though his father wanted him to study architecture
Engineering
Devnaa dev vhaalo dhaamnaa dhaami, Pragat Prabhunu naam Sahajanand Swami raaj...4
The God of all gods, and the Supreme God of Akshardham The Pragat Bhagwan whose name is Sahajanand Swami (Bhagwan Swaminarayan).
When Mahant Swami Maharaj was getting his mundan (head shaved) and was recalling his experience in Dharmaj, what was he explaining?
He explained how the razor became blunt after 16 sadhus completed their mundan and caused 17 cuts on his head
The A in SMART Goals
Achievable (realistic and something you are able to accomplish)
The number of prasad packets that were distributed in 15 minutes to the attendees of the samaiyo
70,000 packets
What did Pramukh Swami Maharaj advise the Yuvak to do if any problems arose regarding his academics/housing situation?
Pramukh Swami Maharaj told the Yuvak to write to him and he will have arrangements made
Baiyo dekhine bhaiyo chheteraa chaale, Padi vastu koini haathe nav jhaale raaj...Akshar...3
The men and women devotees followed a strict discipline of celibacy; they would walk away from each other. Devotees would never take anything that did not belong to them, even if it was something on the ground.
Whose sankalp (wish) did Pramukh Swami Maharaj fulfill of constructing London Mandir?
Yogiji Maharaj
The R in SMART Goals
Relevant (important, necessary, beneficial, worth the time and effort)
The number of cigarettes Yogiji Maharaj advised the man to smoke a day from smoking 50 cigarettes
5 cigarettes
The 3 elements that help determine your interests/passions
1. Inspiration
2. Skills
3. Values
Prema(re)nandnaa Swami anand kaari, Potaanaa janani vhaale, laaj vadhaari raaj...5
Maharaj, Premanand Swami's Lord, is the giver of happiness and joy. Maharaj has increased the prestige and reputation of His devotees.
The 3 ways to perform Mahima no Vichar
1. Shastras
2. Our gurus' achievements
3. Other peoples' personal experiences
The T in SMART Goals
Time-bound (enough time to achieve a goal, deadline to provide motivation)
The task that Pramukh Swami Maharaj assigned to Pujya Brahmavihari Swami to complete before the murti pratishtha celebration of London Mandir
Creating an elegant sign for the haveli
The 6 steps to finding your passion
1. Start with the right perspective
2. Get out your metal detector
3. Look for umbrellas
4. Distinguish between hobbies and profitable passions
5. Expect the challenges
6. Find the limits of your bravery
Panche vartmaan paade baiyo ne bhaiyo, Harijan sangaathe kidhi saachi sagaiyo raaj...2
The men and women devotees practiced the five religious vows. Maharaj developed a genuine bond and relations with His devotees.