Podcast collating publicly available talks from SRF/YSS. Self-Realization Fellowship is the worldwide spiritual organization founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to disseminate his teachings on the Kriya Yoga science of meditation and art of spiritual living. Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic "Autobiography of a Yogi," is widely revered as the father of Yoga in the West. In India, his work is known as Yogoda Satsanga Society of India. SRF/YSS has more than 600 meditation centers ...
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A podcast focussed on the teachings of our guru Paramahansa Yogananda, in a way that is intended for the general populace, following a structured but informal format and presented by devotees: Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank. NB: we are not experts & not everything mentioned is fact checked, but if you enjoyed the book/film, this unofficial podcast for you! Series 2: Autobiography of a Yogi — Line by Line Series 1: Awake: The Life of Yogananda Minute by Minute instagram/facebook @yoganandapodc ...
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Critically acclaimed, Dopamine enriched, Audio theater, word jazz, audio acid, the aroma of humor, the taste of pork, and a hint of goat, a surge of unexpected cheerfulness and a sense that everything will be alright.
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The path of self discovery and self improvement. A practical approach based on universal principles present in all great traditions, specifically focused on the yoga teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. A spiritual path to realizing your fullest potential in joy, harmony, and wisdom.
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Its a podcast about the life of Paramhansa Yogananda taking the reference from book Autobiography of a Yogi. This book has inspired many great minds including Steve Jobs
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Grounded in the Kriya Yoga tradition and the teachings of Roy Eugene Davis, we delve into spiritual wisdom, life’s purpose, and the profound impact of our daily choices. Join us as we explore the path to individual and planetary enlightenment, seeking Self-realization, a personal connection with the divine, and a harmonious life in alignment with the laws of nature. Uncover your true potential and create a positive impact on your growth and the world. Connect with the Center for Spiritual Aw ...
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The serialized audiobook version of "Swami Kriyananda As We Have Known Him," by Asha Praver.
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Our theme is “Actionable Wisdom for Turbulent Times” and I seek that wisdom in one-on-one conversations with thought-leaders and changemakers from a wide variety of backgrounds. Together we delve into their passions and worldviews, exploring how their work and ideas can help us better understand and meaningfully engage these truly extraordinary times we are living through. More information at wisetalkers.com
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Akshata (Akee) Sheelvant is an Ayurveda/Yoga Lifestyle Consultant studied in Rishikesh, India. Her podcast Dosha-Karma-Dharma talks about her own journey to know her Higher Self influenced by the teachings of her Guru Paramahansa Yogananda. Akshata's passion is to help women balance lifestyle disorders with an Ayurveda and Yoga lifestyle. She offers online 1-1 consultations/webinars to her clients worldwide. Website: https://www.jeevalifestyle.com
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I Rest in God is a podcast hosted by Uma Sanghvi, a student of A Course in Miracles (ACIM). Together we explore the teachings of ACIM and related spiritual teachings — such as those of Paramahansa Yogananda and other mystics. ACIM is literally a course of study designed to train your mind to think with your divine Higher Self. Whether you’re a long-time Course student or you’ve never heard of ACIM before now — everyone is welcome here! Uma shares personal stories and her direct experiences a ...
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Divine Realization Radio is an outreach of the grassroots movement Project New Humanity. This station is a Haven for those whose "church" or "living temple and altar of devotion" are WITHIN. This is a threshold, gathering place without walls, committed to the remembrance of our innate Divinity and Oneness with the Supreme Absolute God-Mind and Presence. This network is brought to you by Project New Humanity Communications. We aim to provide programming to help you connect with the Divine Pre ...
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True accounting of a Nanny turned Mystic. Created and shared to help others embrace The Way and nurture their spiritual self
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The Midnight Academy bridges the divide between knowledge and belief, hosted by Dr. Heather Lynn, author, historian, and renegade archaeologist, on a quest to uncover the truth behind ancient mysteries. Through genuine curiosity and careful questioning, Heather explores fringe topics, making the extraordinary accessible to all listeners. Each episode of The Midnight Academy features in-depth, long-form conversations with guests from a wide range of backgrounds. From the topics like conscious ...
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This show won't give you all the answers. It won't change your life either. This is my personal journey in search of the meaning of life. Hopefully it will inspire you to begin your own adventure as well.
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ET Yoga is a combination of extra-terrestrial information integrated with the wisdom of the great Yoga Masters related to the concept of Self Realization. Yoga meaning 'Union of you and your Higher Self'. ET Yoga is actually a new Yoga--the Yoga of Belief. Extra-terrestrial and Yogic information complement each other and thus the marriage of the two. Specifically the ET information is mostly about the concept that 'Thought Creates', 'Belief is Everything' and these concepts help us to become ...
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Seeing God in All People and in All Conditions | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Brother Sevananda
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Feb 2, 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #kriyayoga Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Sevananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on learning to see the Divine Presence in every person and every situation.Brother Sevananda points out that the more we are able to do this, the more we will meet all circumstances of life with kindnes…
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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 4: Ram Gopal Mazumdar quizzes Paramahansa Yogananda
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The stranger halted beside me...” to “...venerated as nuclear centres of spiritual power.” Summary: As Mukunda finally finds Ram Gopal Muzumdar, we explore the intriguing facets of their intriguing preliminary exchanges – where is God and what is your purpose? Why did you not bow? Is there a Univera…
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This 6th Legacy Edition of Wise Talkers features a 1979 radio show in which I was interviewed about meditation on KNCO in Grass Valley, California. I was teaching meditation classes at the time. It’s an interesting look back on how meditation was viewed 45 years ago, and how I taught and practiced it in a practical, ‘demystified’ way. With question…
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Opening Your Heart to God’s Presence | Sri Daya Mata
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Jan 26, 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Sri Daya Mata, beloved third president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the reality of God’s love in our daily lives.Topics include: • Expanding your experience of God’s peace, love, and divine blessings • Finding th…
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Karma Yoga: Balancing Activity and Meditation | Sri Daya Mata
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Oct 13, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #karmayoga #yogananda Sri Daya Mata, beloved third president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can create the right balance in our lives between outer activity and the practice of meditation.Topics include: – Learning to enjoy life’s…
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“Kriya Yoga: Portal to the Infinite” by Brother Anandamoy
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Sep 15, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga Brother Anandamoy, a beloved minister of Self-Realization Fellowship, shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the ancient spiritual science of Kriya Yoga at the center of the spiritual path Yogananda brought to the world.With his characteristic warmth, humor, and penetrating insight, Brot…
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A Spiritual Approach to Family Life | How-to-Live Talk | Sister Priya
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Sep 1, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Priya shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda about how to make spirituality the center of family life. As the supreme goal of life is to realize your Divine nature, you can anchor all aspects of life in your personal relationship with God. Along with th…
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A Heart Aflame — Developing a Loving Relationship With God | Sri Daya Mata
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Jul 21, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Sri Daya Mata, beloved third president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can find the perfect, all-fulfilling love that every human being yearns to experience — by cultivating an intimate, personal relationship …
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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 3: Paramahansa Yogananda’s trials
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “I was not sure of the way...” to “...Such faith in the directions given.” Summary: Makunda's long and tiresome journey has a deeper meaning associated with his growth – as with all good and worthwhile journies in our life. We share our personal experiences of hospitality and its biblical spiritual s…
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Choosing to Be a Conqueror — That Is the Remedy! | Brother Chidananda
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Jul 3, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga No matter what difficulties the world or we are going through, it is possible to overcome any consciousness of being a victim by choosing instead to instill in ourselves the victorious consciousness of a spiritual conqueror.That is a central message that Brother Chidananda, president and spiri…
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Workshop: Finding Spiritual Balance in Your Life | How-to-Live Inspirational Service | Sister Ranjana
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Jun 30, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Ranjana shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda’s “how-to-live” teachings in this class which includes time for a “workshop” centered on learning practical ways of finding balance in your life. What are your own priorities as you pursue your spiritual g…
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Developing an Unconquerable Will | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Brother Achalananda
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Jun 23, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Achalananda shares wisdom from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda on the relationship between energy and will power, how to use will to overcome habits and achieve our goals, and what it means to cultivate divine will on the spiritual path.This tal…
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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 2: Sacrosanct and sacred customs
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The following morning I sought out Behari Pundit...” to “...walked briskly toward the outlying village of Ranbajpur.” Summary: Mukunda is ecstatic to have a starting point for his much sought-after sojourn to the Himalayas via the sleepless saint: Ram Gopal Mazumdar. Along his route he visits the bl…
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Self-Esteem: A Spiritual Perspective | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Mukti Mata
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#ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Mukti Mata (1922 – 2008), a nun and minister of SRF who became a disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda in 1945, discusses the necessity of self-esteem from the perspective of the soul — the higher Self — and what it truly means to be successful at fulfilling the purpose of life according to the ancient wisdom…
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Yogananda’s “Super-Art of Living” and the Benefits of Scheduling Your Life | Brother Chidananda
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May 3, 2023 • #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga In this excerpt from the talk “The Transformative Power of Kriya Yoga” Brother Chidananda, president and spiritual head of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, discusses the great benefit we gain from following Paramahansa Yogananda’s simply stated yet profound instr…
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“The Importance of a True Guru” by Brother Anandamoy
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Apr 21, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Anandamoy shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the role of a true guru in this world and the qualities that a seeker can develop to truly benefit from the guru-disciple relationship.This talk was recorded at the 1976 SRF Convocation in Los Angel…
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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 1: Paramahansa Yogananda reflects
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This episode covers the first part of chapter 13: “Please permit me to go to the Himalayas...” to “...my conscience smote me at the thought of leaving my guru.” Summary: Mukunda's desire of samadhi bliss through the Himalayan solitudes is the main topic of this section. As Paramahansa Yogananda carefully reflects on this episode of his life with hi…
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The Personal Approach to God | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Brother Bhaktananda
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Mar 24, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Bhaktananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how we can learn to experience the constant presence of God — by meditation and by cultivating the habit of remembering Him with love all day long.Drawing from his many years of training as a dire…
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Sustaining a Joyful Heart in Times of Adversity | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk |
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Mar 17, 2023 #SRFConvocation #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Sevananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how our true soul-nature can be expressed regardless of the inevitable tests and trials of life.By drawing on the power of meditation and then facing our challenges, we can recognize and utiliz…
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Building Our Relationships on a Spiritual Foundation | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Sister Bhakti
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Mar 10, 2023 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #KriyaYoga Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Bhakti shares insights from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda about how to make our relationships more harmonious by first developing our relationship with the Divine. This talk was recorded at the 2015 SRF World Convocation in Los Angeles.“The grea…
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Removing Mental Ruts With New Ways of Living | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Brother Vishwananda
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Jan 27, 2023 • #ParamahansaYogananda #yogananda #PurposeOfLife Self-Realization Fellowship Vice-President Brother Vishwananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the science of ridding ourselves of negative habits and developing positive habits, and achieving the greatest dream of the human heart — oneness with the bliss of the Divine.Broth…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 20: Sri Yukteswar’s leela
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This episode covers the last part of chapter 12: “My guru personally attended to the details...” to “...and egotism whose fall is the height of a man.” Summary: In this section Sri Yukteswar shows us the way to outwit unscrupulous souls seeking to take advantage of us. We reflect on more of Sri Yukteswar’s traits and qualities, precisely as Paramah…
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A Portable Paradise: Sustaining the Strength and Inspiration of Divine Fellowship Wherever You Go | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Sister Draupadi
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Streamed live on Jul 20, 2024 #SRFConvocation #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda Spiritual upliftment and enthusiasm gained in the company of fellow seekers is truly sustaining, but it can fade after a time if we don’t know how to hold onto it. Speaking at the close of the 2024 SRF World Convocation, Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Draupadi sh…
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Satsanga With Brother Chidananda Ft. Brother Vishwananda | 2024 SRF World Convocation
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Streamed live on 19 July 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation We invite you to join us for this special opportunity to spend time with Brother Chidananda, president and spiritual head of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, in a spirit of divine fellowship — absorbing the wisdom and joy and encouragement fo…
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Highest Expression of Friendship: The Sacred Bond Between Guru and Disciple | 2024 Convocation | Brother Bhumananda
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Streamed live on Jul 19, 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation On the spiritual path we often feel the need for a guide we can trust, who truly understands us and always acts for our highest good. Paramahansa Yogananda said: “The guru-disciple relationship is the highest expression of friendship, for it is based on unconditional div…
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Satsanga (Questions and Answers) | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Sister Nandini
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Streamed live on Jul 18, 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation It can be difficult to find answers to our heart’s deepest questions on how to live as spiritual being in this material world. Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Nandini answers questions submitted by Self-Realization Fellowship students and members on applying Param…
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Episode 11: Nightmares & The Psychology of Darkness with Melissa Kim Corter
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This episode of The Midnight Academy explores the shadowy realms of nightmares and the psychology of darkness, with Melissa Kim Corter. Melissa is a Depth Psychologist and international bestselling author known for her expertise in the shadow side of the personality, blending psychology with symbolic forms found in film, fairy tales, and forensics.…
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Intuition: Nurturing the Love and Wisdom That Come From Meditation | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Brother Govindananda
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Streamed live 12 hours ago #Yogananda #SRFConvocation #HowToLive In this complex world, understanding and inner guidance to help us make life’s decisions can seem out of reach. Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Govindananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how meditation gives us a perception of our real nature, as souls. He expla…
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Forging a Personal Connection With the Divine | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Sister Ranjana
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Streamed live on 16 July 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation While we all yearn for spiritual connection, sometimes the Divine can seem distant and unattainable. In this talk, Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Ranjana shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how a life built on the foundation of inner meditative communion …
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Satsanga (Questions and Answers) | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Sister Brahmani
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Streamed live 16 July 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation The deepest answers our hearts yearn to know — about how to live from our true nature as the soul — can be difficult to find. Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Brahmani draws from the “how-to-live” teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda to answer questions submitted by Sel…
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Using the Mirror of Introspection for All-Round Success | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Brother Satyananda
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Streamed live on Jul 16, 2024 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation Sometimes it can be hard to know how to make real, lasting, positive change in our lives. Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Satyananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how self-analysis develops awareness of the inner flow of thoughts and habit patterns…
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Evening Meditation With SRF Monastic Brother Tyagananda | 2024 SRF World Convocation
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Streamed live #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation Join Self-Realization Fellowship for a one-hour meditation led by an SRF monastic, as part of the 2024 SRF World Convocation — a free weeklong program of talks on Paramahansa Yogananda’s “how-to-live” teachings and meditation techniques, guided group meditations and kirtans (devotional …
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Allowing Joy to Be a Part of Our Everyday Lives | 2024 SRF World Convocation | Brother Kamalananda Ft. Brother Chidananda
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Streamed live #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #SRFConvocation The joys life brings can often feel fleeting, yet inwardly we know there must be a joy that endures. In this talk, Self-Realization Fellowship monk Brother Kamalananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how our actions, decisions, and meditative efforts can all serve to expand …
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 19: Sri Yukteswar transforms a cynical magistrate
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12:“Men who were pridefully conscious of their wealth...”to“...ignorant men who are not seeking God, and wise men who are.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar’s influence on those around him was not limited to dedicated devotees, but also to visiting magistrates! We focus on the importance of humility, respect, and …
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The Serenity and Tumult of Swami Kriyananda – A Mid-Life Conversation with Yogananda’s Beloved Disciple
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This 5th Legacy Edition features an interview I conducted in 1981 with Swami Kriyananda, direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda and founder of Ananda Village, headquartered in Nevada County, California. Kriyananda was a controversial figure in the world of yoga gurus. He was beloved and even favored by Yogananda, but fell out of favor with the or…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 18: Sri Yukteswar tells us to be less bookish
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Master stressed on other occasions the futility...” to “...His ego is pleased, that he can grasp such erudition.” Summary: We discuss the importance of understanding sacred writings through careful and deliberate reading, rather than focusing on quote memorisation and dinner conversation topic build…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 17: Sri Yukteswar’s challenge to phoney philosophers
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Among the philosophers, professors, lawyers...” to “...to any scourging inner discipline!” Summary: The guests that came to visit Sri Yukteswar’s hermitage did not always leave with their pre-conceptions intact, indeed they were jarred and dissected to the point of no return. What lessons should we …
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Lillah Schwartz isn't your average yoga instructor. With over four decades of experience, she's honed her craft to blend expertise with compassion, guiding students and fellow instructors toward physical vitality, emotional healing, and spiritual awakening. Her journey, marked by personal injury and profound self-discovery, fuels her dedication to …
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Episode 10: Piri Reis Mystery & Prehistoric Star Maps with Bernie Taylor
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Join Dr. Heather Lynn and her guest, Bernie Taylor, a distinguished naturalist and author known for his pioneering work on ancient mythology, astronomy, and human history. This episode of The Midnight Academy examines the celestial insights and storytelling of early humans. In this episode, we explore: How prehistoric cave art and celestial knowled…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 16: Bending Rules
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar’s mother lived in the...” to “... finding God will mean the funeral of all sorrows.” Summary: This section covers the subtle balancing act that is played by both the parent and the child for a harmonious, nurturing and growth facilitating symbiotic relationship. Shankaracharya, Sri Yuk…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 15: Conquering Lust
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru mixed freely with men and women...” to “...a love solitary because omnipresent.” Summary: The soul's is birthless, genderless and transcendent. Sri Yukteswar helps us to understand these high principles through some profound and inspirational philosophical dialogue. We reflect on how to live…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 14: The Curious Case of Kumar
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “During my early months with Master I experienced...” to “...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” Summary: Mukunda is an exemplary of leader – even from a young age, including the appointment as a young supervisor of the Hermitage. We discuss the challenges of leadership roles, and the case …
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Episode 9: Secrets of the Bosnian Pyramids with Dr. Sam Osmanagich
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Dr. Heather Lynn welcomes Dr. Sam Osmanagich, the founder of the Bosnian Pyramid Project. Dr. Osmanagich is a renowned researcher and author who has dedicated his career to uncovering the mysteries of ancient civilizations. His work on the Bosnian pyramids has garnered international attention and sparked significant debate in the archaeological com…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 13: Sri Yukteswar’s dissections cut deep
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “During my early months with Master I experienced...” to “...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” Summary: The extrapolation of Sri Yukteswar’s critical attitude goes even further in this section with a special focus on how he would respond to devotees that resisted the dissection of their e…
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Nonviolent Communication (NVC) with Phillip Wilder
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Dr. Phillip M. Wilder is an associate professor of literacy at Clemson University, where his research explores how youth and educators practice nonviolent communication. With over two decades of experience leading international educational partnerships, Phillip creates educational programs which emphasize conscious communication and cultivate peace…
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From the Emerald Triangle: Marijuana and Health – My 1996 Interview with Two Humboldt County Doctors
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This 4th “Legacy Edition” of the Wise Talkers podcast features an interview I conducted in 1996 on KMUD radio in southern Humboldt County, California. In conversation with two doctors from the heart of the famed Emerald Triangle, one of the world’s largest marijuana-producing regions, we discussed the long-term health effects of regular marijuana u…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 12: Contrasting a parent with a Guru
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “It was Master’s practice to point out...” to “... permitted the fitful sleep of ignorance.” Summary: This episode focusses on the themes of self-criticism, constructive feedback, and the challenges of ‘converting’ individuals toward the spiritual path. We also delved into the complexities of concept…
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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 11: Letting Sri Yukteswar destroy your ego
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru could not be bribed...” to “...win a farther dominion—in men’s souls.” Summary: How could bribery be used in the Guru-disciple relationship? We discuss this, along with the importance of discipline and loyalty through mundane tasks. The unique and fascinating leadership style of our paramgur…
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Yama and Niyama: “How-to-Live” Skills for Inner Strength and Freedom | Brother Chidananda
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Nov 4, 2022 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #Patanjali Brother Chidananda dives deeply into the subject of yama and niyama, the spiritual rules comprising the first two steps in the Eightfold Path of Yoga of Patanjali (enumerated in the Yoga Sutras). Brother Chidananda shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda and his guru, Swami Sri Yukteswar, on…
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A World in Transition | How-to-Live Inspirational Talk | Brother Anandamoy
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Oct 21, 2022 #ParamahansaYogananda #Yogananda #InnerPeace Brother Anandamoy (1922 – 2016), a much-loved and respected minister of Self-Realization Fellowship, explains how we can get beyond too much thinking about the future by concentrating instead on the true source of security to be found in communion with the Divine. He points out that this ea…
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