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About Uttama devi dasi

Uttama devi dasi has been married to Partha das since 1971. They are both members of the Grihastha Vision Team and are certified mentors with Vaisnava Version 108 and Prepare and Enrich. They have facilitated seminars for the GVT all over the world, in South Africa, England, India, Ireland, Brazil, Guyana, Trinidad, the US and Canada. They live in Saranagati Village, BC Canada, where they offer premarital education via Skype.

Gaudiya-vaisnavism, a Tradition of Innovation

February 26, 2021 by Uttama devi dasi

by Kaunteya das What’s tradition? It’s simply an idea or practice that has managed to be passed on for some time. Google defines tradition as: “the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation.” Merriam-Webster offers other angles, defining it as “an inherited, established, or customary pattern of thought, action, or behavior (such as a religious practice […]

Filed Under: Articles, General Tagged With: conservative, gaudiya-vaisnavism, innovation, liberal, prabhupada, tradition

January 17, 2021 by Uttama devi dasi

https://vaisnavafamilyresources.org/en/test-twelve-principles-for-a-successful-krsna-conscious-marriage/

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Blessed by the Best

November 19, 2020 by Uttama devi dasi

The Grihastha Vision Team was founded in 2002 under the inspiration of Her Grace Krsnanandini devi dasi. It is with a heavy heart that we remember her passing, November 13th, 2020. Just to think of her, makes one feel ‘blessed by the best’ as she would often quote. The GVT was developed with her vision […]

Filed Under: Articles, General, Uncategorized Tagged With: founding member, inspiration, Krsnanandini, leader, mentor, tribute

Children Should Not be Forced

October 13, 2020 by Uttama devi dasi

“Regarding your question should force be used on children, no, there shall be no forcing the children to do anything. Child should not be forced. This is all nonsense. Who has devised these things? If we want them to become great devotees, then we must educate the children with love, not in a negative way.” […]

Filed Under: Parenting, Quotes, Uncategorized Tagged With: Affection, children, devotional service, family, kids, parenting

Deity Worship

August 6, 2019 by Uttama devi dasi

Srila Prabhupada has stated that grihastha devotees are generally engaged in material activities and therefore they should take to Deity worship. Grihastha devotees are advised to adopt Deity worship according to the suitable arrangements and directions given by the spiritual master. The special purpose of Deity worship is to keep oneself always pure and clean. […]

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Oh, yes! Let’s deal with this Conflict

December 3, 2018 by Uttama devi dasi

Most of us don’t like conflict. We’re afraid it will harm our relationships. But conflict doesn’t ruin relationships, lack of positive connection does. It’s not if you fight (that’s inevitable); it’s how you resolve your arguments. “Why do you always let other people talk you into things? You know how much I like to keep […]

Filed Under: Tips/Techniques Tagged With: appreciation, dealing with conflict, respect

Am I Ready for Marriage?

November 24, 2018 by Uttama devi dasi

Checklist: I know why I want to marry. I am ready to give up being single and to commit to another person for life. I am mature enough to know what I want and don’t want in a partner. I understand it’s not my partner’s job to fulfill me, complete me,  rescue me or keep […]

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Our Sincere Prayer

October 13, 2018 by Uttama devi dasi

We have a deep desire that all couples before marriage,  have access to the support of premarital education from qualified mentors. We have programs developed and can offer that education and we can train others to also mentor, using our programs.  No one should be bereft of the opportunity to gain skills for having a […]

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Tips on Spiritual Growth and Progress in the Grihastha Ashram

May 8, 2015 by Uttama devi dasi Leave a Comment

Cultivate a deep friendship with your spouse. The emotional support they can give you is invaluable. Your kids will feel more secure when your relationship with each other is good, and it will be easier for them to accept Krishna consciousness. Schedule devotional activities to do together. You know the saying….pray together, stay together. Share […]

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Q & A on Premarital Issues

April 27, 2015 by Uttama devi dasi Leave a Comment

The following is an interview by Damayanit Fornos Monco of the Devotee Care Committee in Argentina with Uttama devi dasi, GVT member. Damayanti: What qualities should we search for in a spouse? Uttama: You should look for someone who has similar values to yourself. If you value the process of Krsna consciousness and want to […]

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Healthy Marriages. Happy Families. Strong ISKCON.

The GVT is a grass roots volunteer group of Krishna devotees who are mostly mental health or educational professionals. Our intention is to provide resources to support married couples and prospective couples primarily in North American ISKCON communities. However, the broader community of Vaishnavas, and anyone who is interested in spiritual married life are welcome to take advantage of the knowledge that is shared here. We want to help spiritualize your married life so that it will be an asset for your Krishna (God) consciousness. We welcome your suggestions to make this site relevant and useful.

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