Swami Swaroopananda, Global Head of Chinmaya Mission, a spiritual and educational organization dedicated to sharing the knowledge of Vedanta,
unveiled his new book, You Are The Sky: An Ancient Guide to Modern Feelings.
Published by Pan Macmillan India, the book has already demonstrated immense reader anticipation, with close to 7,000 copies sold in pre-launch sales alone. Drawing on Vedantic philosophy and contemporary psychology, the work explores how we can experience our emotions without letting them define who we are or dictate how we respond to life.
The event opened with a welcome address by Pujitha Krishnan, Editorial Director, Pan Macmillan India, followed by the formal stage unveiling of the book. Swami Swaroopananda then joined Vinay Bharadwaj, filmmaker and talk show host, for a captivating conversation followed by an interactive Q&A session with the audience.
The dialogue centered on decoding emotional triggers through the ‘Sky’ perspective, illustrating how ancient science for modern minds provides a practical path to emotional mastery and peace.
The event witnessed an august gathering of distinguished guests from diverse spheres, including diplomats, senior advocates, CEOs, leading psychologists and therapists, artists, academics, and prominent media figures. The book arrives at a historic juncture as Chinmaya Mission, founded by Swami Chinmayananda in 1951, celebrates its 75th year through the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav, culminating in the Chinmaya Global Sammelan in New Delhi from October 23 to 25.
“Emotions bring richness to our lives, but when we either suppress what we feel or react impulsively, we lose our inner peace,” said Swami Swaroopananda, speaking at the launch.
“In today’s fast-paced world, we equip ourselves to navigate everything outside, yet receive little guidance on navigating the world within. You Are The Sky bridges ancient Vedantic wisdom with modern psychology, not to eliminate our feelings, but to help us decode their messages, discover our inner steadiness, and
respond to life’s challenges with true freedom.”
Swami Swaroopananda is the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission, overseeing more than 350 centers worldwide. As the Chancellor, he has established Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth as an institution which integrates Indian knowledge traditions with contemporary systems of knowledge.