The Discover Yourself (DYS) course by ISKCON—also referred to as "Discover Your Self" in some temples—is a structured spiritual program centered on the teachings of the Bhagavad Gītā designed to help participants understand their own identity, life purpose, and how to navigate modern challenges with inner balance and compassion.

🕉️ What is the DYS Course?

Duration & Format
Typically conducted over four to six sessions, usually on weekends or across several weeks. For example, ISKCON Chowpatty ran six sessions in March, and ISKCON Ravet had six sessions across six Sundays from July to August 2025.

Course Design
Each session includes a combination of seminar-style presentations, interactive discussions, spiritual storytelling, Bhagavad Gītā-based philosophy, mantra meditation, and often light prasād (spiritual food) afterward.

Audience
Open to youth and adults, often aimed at ages 15–35. In many locations participants receive a certificate upon completion.

🎓 Key Learning Themes

• Who Am I?
  Discover your spiritual identity beyond the physical and material self.

• Search for Permanent Happiness
  Understand why modern life often falls short and explore spiritual paths offering deeper fulfillment.

• Purpose of Life
  Learn about dharma (duty), karma (action and consequence), and how to live intentionally with purpose and clarity.

• Balance in Modern Life
  Cultivate emotional intelligence, resilience, and meaningful living through the wisdom of Gītā applicable to personal, social, and career challenges.

• Spiritual Tools
  Experience practices like daily chanting, meditation, and reflective exercises to nurture inner peace and mental balance.

✅ Benefits You Can Gain

• Improved mental equilibrium, self-awareness, and resilience.

• Enhanced Spiritual Quotient (SQ) and Emotional Quotient (EQ) through introspection and group learning.

• Practical approaches to real-life issues like stress, decision‑making, and relationships.

• Opportunity for inner transformation grounded in Vedic wisdom.

📋 Sample Structure

Day 1 - Introduction: Who am I? Seeking identity

Day 2 - Searching for happiness

Day 3 - Understanding Karma

Day 4 - Identifying purpose & duty

Day 5Applying Gītā in modern decisions

Day 6Spiritual tools (chanting, meditation)

🌐 Global Presence

• Conducted in numerous ISKCON centers worldwide including India, USA, UK and beyond.

• Active participation in over 100 universities through outreach programs and spiritual retreats

🧭 Why It Matters

The DYS Course serves as a bridge between ancient spiritual wisdom and contemporary life. It offers a holistic framework to navigate personal challenges, cultivate clarity and purpose, and build a balanced, spiritually grounded lifestyle.

📝 Final Note

If you'd like details specific to your local ISKCON center—such as timing, fees, or registration—you can visit the nearest ISKCON website or contact their youth outreach team. If you share your city or location, I can help you look it up.

Hoping this helps you understand the value and structure of the Discover Yourself (DYS) course!