The School of Management (SOM), Presidency University, organised a masterclass on mindful living as part of its X Factor Series, in collaboration with The Times of India Group. Led by renowned life coach Swami Gaur Gopal Das, the session focused on developing emotional resilience, self-awareness and purposeful leadership. Through engaging storytelling, humour, practical examples and philosophical insights, the masterclass encouraged students to adopt a mindful approach to personal growth, decision-making and leadership in both their academic and professional lives.

 

Swami Gaur Gopal Das

 

Spiritual Leader, Life Coach, Motivational Speaker and Author

 

International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)

 

Date of Conduct

 

05 May 2026

 

Duration

 

Approximately 3 hours (Not specified)

 

Mode

 

Offline

 

Venue

 

Auditorium, Presidency University, Bengaluru

 

School

 

School of Management (SOM)

 

Target Audience

• MBA and BBA students
• Faculty members
• Student leaders
• Learners interested in leadership, emotional intelligence and personal development

Learning Outcomes

 

Participants were able to:

• Understand the principles of mindful living and emotional resilience.
• Develop strategies for responding thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively.
• Appreciate the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership.
• Build awareness of personal purpose and self-reflection.
• Recognise the value of strong support systems in managing personal and professional challenges.

Key Topics Covered

• Mindful living and self-awareness
• Emotional resilience
• Emotional intelligence
• Purpose-driven leadership
• Thoughtful decision-making
• Personal growth and well-being
• Building supportive relationships
• Managing life's personal and professional challenges

Swami Gaur Gopal Das is an internationally acclaimed spiritual leader, motivational speaker, author and life coach associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). A former electrical engineer, he transitioned to monastic life over two decades ago and has since become one of the world's most recognised voices on mindful living, emotional well-being and purposeful leadership. Through his engaging storytelling, practical wisdom and relatable communication style, he has inspired millions across educational institutions, multinational organisations and global forums. His books, podcasts and digital content focus on resilience, relationships, happiness, leadership and holistic personal development. With a substantial global following across social media platforms, Swami Gaur Gopal Das continues to empower individuals to cultivate balance, compassion and meaning in both their personal and professional lives.

 

Relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)