At Govinda Goshala, you will meet and interact with cows and calves, participate in activities like hand milking, butter churning, and grain grinding. You can join barn tours and experience cow cuddling workshops. You'll also have opportunities to feed the cows with treats like carrots and hay cubes, and engage in farm-related arts and crafts.
Interacting with cows and calves at Govinda Goshala, understanding their needs, and caring for them nurtures your empathy by connecting you with their experiences and emotions.
To incorporate empathy from this experience into daily life, actively listen and respond to the emotions and needs of others, mirroring the attentiveness shown to the animals.
Govinda Goshala Cow Haven in Belfast, New York, has been a sanctuary for cows since 1983, founded on the commitment to humane animal care. For 40 years, the Goshala has championed the welfare of cows, ensuring they live full lives with dignity. Here, cows roam freely on lush pastures, and calves bond with their mothers for months, in stark contrast to commercial practices. By adhering to ancient sustainable husbandry principles, Govinda Goshala not only nurtures the cows but also fosters a balanced, compassionate community. This dedication reflects a deeper philosophy that all life—plant, animal, and human—is interconnected, aiming to restore harmony and wellbeing in society.
Ancient text name: Manusmriti (Circa 2nd century BCE - 3rd century CE)
Title: The Effects of Animals on Human Health and Wellbeing
The following schedule provides a general outline of the duration and activities aimed at facilitating the integration of the experience's teachings into your daily life.
A sanctuary to bond with Cows