The IT Wing of the Brahma Kumaris successfully organized a Digital Wellness Awareness and Training Program for BK teachers and students in Vijayawada on 31st August and 1st September 2024. The two-day workshop was thoughtfully curated to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to conduct digital wellness sessions in schools and colleges throughout the region.
Led by BK Bala Kishore, an expert in Digital Wellness, the training attracted around 60 enthusiastic participants. The sessions focused on the pressing issue of digital addiction, shedding light on its adverse effects on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. BK Bala Kishore guided attendees through various aspects of Digital Detox techniques, emphasizing mindful digital engagement to promote clarity and inner balance.
Key Highlights of the Program Included:
Understanding Digital Addiction: The training explored how excessive screen time can negatively affect cognitive functions, emotional stability, and physical health.
Mind-Body Impact: Attendees learned how constant exposure to digital media overstimulates the brain, leading to fatigue, emotional imbalance, and health issues such as poor posture and disturbed sleep.
Digital Detox Techniques: Practical strategies were shared, including scheduled device breaks, digital-free zones, and mindfulness practices to help regain control over technology use.
Use of Chitra Pradarshini: A unique highlight was the introduction of Chitra Pradarshini (visual displays) as an effective communication tool. This technique proved valuable in simplifying and visually conveying complex ideas around digital addiction, especially for young audiences in schools and colleges.
The interactive nature of the training created a vibrant learning environment where participants not only absorbed information but also engaged in meaningful discussions and personalized activities. Each participant was equipped with resources and tools to conduct Digital Wellness sessions independently, thereby empowering them to become Digital Wellness Ambassadors in their communities.
Feedback from the participants was overwhelmingly positive. Many appreciated the opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on digital dependency and expressed confidence in applying these learnings while guiding students. The innovative use of visual aids was particularly praised for making the content more engaging and relatable.
This initiative marks a significant step towards fostering healthier digital habits and creating a balanced digital culture among educators and students alike in the Vijayawada region.
