How two magical words can transform your entire way of being

Ideas & Philosophy · Published 11 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: During the coronavirus pandemic in Sri Lanka, monk JayaShri Maathaa discovered a powerful mantra. This video explores how practicing gratitude can invite bliss, joy, and harmony into your life and your relationships with the world.

JayaShri Maathaa shares how a specific two-word mantra, discovered during the pandemic in her native Sri Lanka, blossomed into a transformative way of being. The talk examines the surprising ways that gratitude can foster bliss and joy, while creating a sense of harmony between an individual and everything that surrounds them.

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