Best Paramahansa Podcasts (2025)

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The Purpose of Life 29:58

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SRF monk Brother Govindananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how everybody has the potential to fully express a particular and unique aspect of the Infinite Spirit. We each have the opportunity to discover and fulfill the divine purpose of our life. Gaining a clear sense of purpose is essential to finding the happiness and inner peace…

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19: Becoming a Child Again 31:45

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Merry Christmas! In this episode I talk about the pattern of over responsibility. I recently had two experiences where I felt the pressure and heaviness of over responsibility lift off of me for awhile, and it was astounding. I hope to transmit some or all of that experience to you. Welcome back to I Rest in God. I'm Uma — a Mind-Body Coach based i…

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Autobiography Chapter 28, Part 3: Yogananda makes certain we stay true 53:56

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 28 from: “I returned to Ranchi a few days later...” to the end of the chapter Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda’s search for the reincarnated Kashi in Kolkata comes to a beautiful crescendo and an emotional encounter with Kashi's new family to be. We examined Guruji's abilities to detect electrical impulses…

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The Divine Nature of Christ 33:19

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SRF monk Brother Kartikananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the divine consciousness that was perfectly embodied and manifested by Jesus — known as the Christ Consciousness, God’s universal consciousness in creation. How can we understand the true nature of Jesus Christ in a way that brings greater peace and love into our lives and i…

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Autobiography Chapter 28, Part 2: Yogananda’s eternal promise 39:40

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 28 from: “I returned to Ranchi a few days later...” to “...I practised the yoga method steadily for about six months after Kashi’s death”. Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda’s emotional confrontation with Kashi's family after learning of Kashi's death was a little shocking to us gentle readers, but discuss t…

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Autobiography Chapter 28, Part 1: Yogananda’s morbid field trip with Kashi et al 38:17

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This episode covers the start of chapter 28 to: “...unfavourable publicity to the school. He saw no choice but to go.” Summary: We introduce this chapter and set our expectations focusing on themes of reincarnation and the spiritual journey of Kashi, who received Guruji's unconditional support despite not being his formal disciple. We discuss vario…

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ATTUNEMENT, pt. 12: Attune to Body Wisdom - Honoring the Temple of Spirit 9:28

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Honor your body as a sacred vehicle for spiritual awakening and liberation. Yogacharya explores the wisdom of the body, its divine intelligence, and connection to the Spirit. Through reflection and practice, learn how to care for, listen to, and celebrate your body as the temple of the divine Self.By Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian

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Autobiography Chapter 27, Part 4: Swami Pranabananda’s glorious mahasamadhi 52:31

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 27 from: “The body of Pranabananda, which had appeared so well and strong during...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: Swami Yogananda's asks Swami Pranabananda some probing questions surrounding his connection with God in the twilight years of his life. Swami Pranabananda’s principal devotee Sanandan …

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The Bhagavad Gita: Masterful Guide for Everyday Spiritual Living 1:01:56

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In this deeply encouraging talk, Brother Chidananda delves into how India’s beloved scripture of yoga, the Bhagavad Gita, can provide us with tremendous wisdom for how we conduct our everyday lives and pursue our highest goals. As Paramahansa Yogananda said, no matter where one is on the spiritual path “the Gita will shed its light on that segment …

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18: God Says Yes to Me 27:29

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"God Says Yes to Me" is a poem by Kaylin Haught (1947-2018). In this episode I use this poem as a jumping off point to explore our relationship with God, and question the conventional view of God as judgmental and punishing. Spoiler alert: we got it all wrong. "God Says Yes to Me" I asked God if it was okay to be melodramatic and she said yes I ask…

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The Hidden Love and Joy of God 55:59

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SRF monk Brother Jayananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can practice the yoga science of meditation to discover God’s presence within — as the limitless Source of all-fulfilling love and joy. This talk, which was the opening class at the 2019 SRF World Convocation in Los Angeles, begins with special words of inspiration from …

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Autobiography Chapter 27, Part 3: Yogananda’s teachings on life and death 57:15

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 27 from: “With twenty fertile acres at our disposal, the students, teachers, and I...” to “... So keep up Kriya Yoga ceaselessly, and reach the divine portals quickly.” Summary: This chapter contains a beautiful image of Ranchi School which shows how it has, since then, transformed into a full-fledged as…

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Gratitude: Pathway to God’s Blessings 32:17

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SRF monk Brother Bhimananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the spiritual practice of gratitude. Would you like to know how the simple act of expressing gratefulness can transform your life? Looking for the good in others and showing our appreciation can bring joy to us and those around us — and create a ripple effect of kindness in ou…

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Autobiography Chapter 27, Part 2: Yogananda’s How to Live Schools 41:01

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 27 from: “I organised a programme for both grammar- and high-school grades...” to “...he observed with twinkling eyes, ‘but I can feel for you!’” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda's educational vision and the establishment of the Yogoda School is the core theme of this episode, we discuss how he incorporate…

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The Interior Life 52:18

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Sri Mrinalini Mata (1931 – 2017), fourth president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, draws on her personal training from Paramahansa Yogananda and decades of experience living a God-centered life to convey the supreme importance of cultivating a deep, personal relationship with God. She explains how inner communion wi…

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Autobiography Chapter 27, Part 1: Service and Schooling 1:08:35

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 27 to: “...new school, which I called “Yogoda Satsanga Brahmacharya Vidyalaya.” Summary: This episode focuses on self-inquiry, and the role of rituals in achieving spiritual understanding with respect to Kriya Yoga. We discussed various philosophical perspectives on self-realization and the concept of S…

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What Is the Soul? 36:06

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SRF monk Brother Kamalananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the nature of the soul and how we can discover for ourselves the answers to profound questions such as, “Why are we here and what is the purpose of existence on this planet? How did we get here and where are we going?” As a soul we are a perfect individual reflection of the e…

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Autobiography Chapter 26, Part 5: Outward rituals vs inner realisation 51:12

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 26 from: ‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’ to the end of the chapter. Summary: This episode focuses on self-inquiry, and the role of rituals in achieving spiritual understanding with respect to Kriya Yoga. We discussed various philosophical perspectives on se…

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ATTUNEMENT, pt. 11: Attune to the Unlimited and Make Friends with Limits 12:51

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Discover the profound balance between your infinite potential and the human limitations of time and space. Yogacharya reflects on living with purpose, joy, and freedom by embracing the fullness of your divine essence and honoring your mortal journey. Learn how to navigate life’s possibilities with focus, grace, and a heart open to divine inspiratio…

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Creative Imagination and Manifestation with Cliff (Durby) Johnson on the Spirit Led Podcast 59:51

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In this episode of the Spirit Led Podcast, Cliff (Durby) Johnson shares lessons learned from Roy Eugene Davis, whom he met in 1972. Since then, Durby's been practicing Kriya Yoga and creative imagination, visualization, and manifestation. Highlights 15:00: Stories about the "monk men" experimenting with pyramids and sensory deprivation tanks in ear…

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Facing Life With a Spiritual Perspective 30:09

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SRF monk Brother Bhumananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how to cultivate a spiritual outlook that allows us to see every experience as an opportunity for growth and transformation. Would you like to know how to approach life in a way that brings the greatest strength and fulfillment? Life is a cosmic school, and its challenges are …

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Autobiography Chapter 26, Part 4: All aboard the Kriya Express 1:03:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 26 from: ‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’ to “...and Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.” Summary: This section of the chapter exploring the extremes of having perfect Kriya and no Kriya. We explore the nuanced spiritual concepts including meditatio…

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Autobiography Chapter 26, Part 3: Paramahansa Yogananda and Kriya Yoga 51:22

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 26 from: “The ancient yogic technique converts the breath into mind-stuff...” to “...And Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda’s gentle promotion of the benefits of Kriya Yoga and its scientific principles is varied and persistent. We explore Guruji's teachings o…

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How to Be a Friend to All 38:06

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SRF monk Brother Prafullananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the power of friendship to transform our lives. Would you like to know how to build friendships that are deeply fulfilling and uplifting? True friendship is unconditional and all-inclusive. By striving to express kindness, love, and understanding to all, we can deepen our cl…

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Autobiography Chapter 26, Part 2: The Aum vibration vs. tinnitus 53:07

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 26 from: “Kriya Yoga is mentioned twice by the ancient sage Patanjali...” to “...which constitutes the first materially active expression of Spirit.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda teaches us Kriya Yoga's connections to Christian texts and its significance in spiritual evolution of man. We discuss the…

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Finding Soul Guidance to Navigate the Maze of Life’s Experiences 54:16

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In this episode, SRF monk Brother Sevananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how to become receptive to divine guidance. Would you like to know how to approach all of life’s decisions with a sense of clarity and inner assurance? Our own limited perceptions and understanding can often lead us astray, but intuition is the soul’s direct kn…

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Autobiography Chapter 26, Part 1: Babaji’s Kriya Yoga 59:09

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ATTUNEMENT, pt. 10 - Attune to the Earth - Be Where You Are 14:41

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Deepen your relationship with the earth and find harmony in the places you inhabit by being fully present. Yogacharya shares practices to attune to the sacred aliveness of nature and the divine presence that flows through all life. This episode offers inspiration for cultivating reverence and belonging as you reconnect with the natural world.…

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What Is Truth? 38:13

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In this episode, Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Govindananda conveys wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we must, in our earnest search for truth, go beyond merely weighing intellectual concepts to reach our own spiritual realization. After all, experiencing truth for ourselves is the essential goal of the spiritual path. Most of us …

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17: Faith is Relaxing 31:39

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What if faith (or trust) isn't just something we DO with our intellect, but also something we FEEL with our entire being? Theolgian James Alison talks about faith as a feeling of relaxation, the same way we relax in the presence of someone we know is fond of us. This episode is an exploration of the relationship between faith and relaxation. Welcom…

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Autobiography Chapter 25, Part 3: Sri Yukteswar heals through astral mathematics 55:58

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This episode covers on the last part of chapter 25 from: “On my return from Japan, I learned that during my absence...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: This section of the book covers the various healing practices and spiritual techniques from Paramahansa Yogananda and Sri Yukteswar's teachings, including how faith, physical objects, and specif…

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How to Be Master of Your Habits 24:44

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In this episode, SRF monk Brother Vimalananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can harness the power of habit to shape our lives. Would you like to become adept at creating the positive habits that will help you achieve your highest aspirations? We have created our present habits through repetition of certain thoughts and actions,…

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Autobiography Chapter 25, Part 2: Yogananda heals through sheer will power 57:58

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This episode covers on this part of chapter 25 from: “Soon after Ananta’s passing, my younger sister Nalini was...” to "...their marriage, begun so inauspiciously, turned out to be ideally happy.” Summary: This section of the chapter continues the themes of sibling dynamics, cultural perspectives on marriage, and spiritual healing. We explore the c…

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World Peace Through Meditation 19:52

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In this episode, SRF monk Brother Satyananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can take simple yet powerful actions to foster peace. Would you like to know how you can help establish peace in our world? Through the practice of meditation and prayer we can experience divine peace within and radiate it to the world. And as we cultiva…

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16: Rest Could Be Yours 23:57

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Helen Schucman, scribe of the Course, channeled a poem called "The Father's Love". In it, she tries to capture the breadth and depth of this unlimited divine love. My favorite line is "Rest could be yours because of what God is." In this episode, we explore what this line means, and why there is a direct relationship between rest and God. Welcome b…

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Autobiography Chapter 25, Part 1: Yogananda’s vision of Ananta’s eternal sleep 44:46

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This episode covers on the start of chapter 25 to: "...in all family affairs he played this dual parental role.” Summary: This chapter covers some fascinating themes of family dynamics, spiritual growth, and the balance between spiritual topics and storytelling elements. We examine Guruji's experiences, including his intuitive realization about his…

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Fulfilling the Soul’s Deepest Needs 38:20

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In this episode Sri Daya Mata (1914 – 2010), beloved third president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, shares insightful wisdom from her personal experience as one of Paramahansa Yogananda’s closest disciples. The joyous and uplifting spirit of hope and encouragement that Daya Mata conveys in this talk allows all to f…

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Autobiography Chapter 24, Part 4: Carl Jung 1:01:01

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This episode covers on the last part of chapter 24 from: "There are a number of great men, living today in American...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: Michael and Priyank explored the distinctions between yogis and swamis, while discussing Paramahamsa Yogananda’s inclusive perspective on Western spiritual practitioners who embody yogic qualiti…

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ATTUNEMENT, pt. 9: Attune to Inner Power by Reclaiming Your Attention 11:36

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Reclaim your attention as a sacred resource and attune to your soul’s power with clarity and focus. Yogacharya examines the role of awareness and intention in shaping your life experience. Learn practices to free yourself from distraction, deepen your connection to Spirit, and live with purpose and peace.…

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Balancing Our Material and Spiritual Lives 40:19

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In this episode, Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Ranjana shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how to harmonize the demands of our daily lives with our spiritual goals. Have you ever wondered what the secret is to finding a balanced and lasting sense of well-being? Today’s world offers many enticing distractions, but we can consciously…

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Autobiography Chapter 24, Part 3: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras 1:15:06

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 24 from: " The ancient rishi Patanjali defines yoga as “neutralisation of the alternating waves in...” to “...with egotistical desires and plays his part in life as a willing instrument of the Divine.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda focusses on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and the eightfold path of yoga, i…

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The Wisdom of Quiet Discipleship with Bob Binnie on the Spirit Led Podcast 44:18

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In this episode of the Spirit Led podcast, Bob Binnie shares his journey with his guru Roy Eugene Davis. A key theme is that there is no need to discuss spiritual experiences when the guru and disciple are attuned to each other. Bob Binnie has been a disciple of Kriya Yoga and Roy Eugene Davis's teachings since the early 1980s, and is currently the…

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Awake Minute 8: Why we need a Guru 1:12:04

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* This episode had to be republished due to Spotify instructed copyright removal of small snippet used from John Lennon music, for full version you may see it on youtube at ~12mins * Our second guest of the show Carolina from Brazil joins us to discuss what the word "Guru" means to her and the impact of yoga to the world. 00:00 Meet Carolina; 04:00…

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How to Overcome Fear 38:56

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In this episode, Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Kamalananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on where fear comes from and how we can overcome it. Would you like to learn how to live beyond worries and fears? The soul is fearless, being a spark of the Divine, but when we identify with the ego and feel separate from God then fear ar…

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Awake Minute 4: My Sweet Lord 1:00:11

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* This episode had to be republished due to Spotify instructed copyright removal of small snippet used from George Harrison music, for full version you may see it on youtube at ~48mins * This minute starts with a profound prayer then more from Krishna Das about Paramahansa Yogananda's impactful voice. We discuss Guruji's voice in some detail. Georg…

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Autobiography Chapter 24, Part 2: I am He, Shivoham 1:10:59

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 24 from: "As I knelt before Sri Yukteswar, and for the first time heard...” to “... a manifest need exists for yoga: the science of mind control.” Summary: Mark and Reva from the London centre join us to discuss Mukunda's initiation ceremony into the Swami order, the historical significance of Shankar…

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The Priority of Sadhana over the Spiritual Circus 1:38:42

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In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the distinction between true spiritual practice and the “circus” of spirituality. He reflects on why Babaji kept only a few disciples, the misconceptions about lineages and gurus, and the real qualities of an avatar—complete selflessness and lack of self-concern. Emphasizing sadhana as the true ad…

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Autobiography Chapter 24, Part 1: The most sacred initiation 1:08:40

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This episode covers on the start of chapter 24 to: "...such as: “This atma is Brahma” or “Thou art That” or “I am He.”. Summary: This section is all about Mukunda’s journey to becoming Swami Yogananda. We reflect on our own Kriya initiation experiences and the need to balance spiritual life with family responsibilities. Paramahansa Yogananda quotes…

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15: Continuity 29:33

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In this episode I discuss a poem by Helen Schucman from her book, The Gifts of God. Helen channeled A Course in Miracles, and scholars believe she channeled this book of poems as well. This particular poem — "Continuity" — is about the continuity of the Christ light. Because our very nature is eternal holiness, we have a responsibility to uplift ot…

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Autobiography Chapter 23, Part 4: Dear Guruji, you inspire me because... 1:01:47

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Title: Autobiography Chapter 23, Part 4: Dear Guruji, you inspire me because... Description: This episode covers on the last part of chapter 23 from: " The second instruction on the sheet read...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: As Mukunda answers the easiest of exam questions (how his Guru inspired him), we share how we would answer that criti…