Dr. Prashant Kakode delivered a talk entitled “Science of Happiness”

Dr. Prashant Kakode, doctor of ENT surgery and Integrated Health, delivered a talk entitled “Science of Happiness” at ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Old Goa, Goa on 02-02-2023. Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI in his welcome address emphasized on mental health in addition to physical wellbeing. Dr. Prashant Kakode in his talk discussed about positive psychology and positive emotions like appreciation, gratitude, mindfulness, contentment and optimism etc. for happiness. He has shared his vast experience exploring the riddle of human consciousness, spirituality and health with all the staff. He urged all to be always on the side of truth with less desire to have happiness in life. The lecture was attended by Scientists, Technical staff, Administration staff, Skilled Support staff, staff of Krishi Vigyan Kendra and RA, SRF, JRF, and Project Assistants of the institute. Mr Rahul Kulkarni, Assistant Chief Technical Officer (Agronomy) compered the programme.