Best Manju Sadarangani Podcasts (2024)

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Eps 67: 3HO Kundalini Yoga Cult(ure) Update w/ GuruNischan - May 2024 45:54

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This episode is a short update on topics relating to the 3HO/Kundalini Yoga community including the traumatic finale of the 3HO/Kundalini Yoga Independent Healing and Reparations Program (IHRP), recently filed lawsuits by former 2nd Gen staff members, SSSC Board election chaos, upcoming documentaries to look out for + more. Referenced in this episo…

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Episode 66: Manju Sadarangani - Kundalini Yoga 2020 - KRI Global Teacher Training 2:25:14

11M ago2:25:14

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Manju Sadarangani was born and raised in India, surrounded by yoga. Her yoga teacher mother insisted on an upbringing informed by yoga and traditional medicine. In her teen years, her deeply spiritual brilliant father joined a Hindu cult, resulting in upheaval resulting in her immigration to the United States with her mother and brother. Manju foun…

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Episode 65: Shabd Singh {Born and raised in 3HO 1987 - 2016} 3:09:15

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Shabd Singh was born and raised in 3HO Herndon, VA in 1987. His parents are Gurutrang Singh and Gurumata Kaur. He attended MPA from 1999-2005, was in the Eugene, Oregon ashram from 2006-2012, and taught at Miri Piri Academy in India as an economics teacher from 2012-2014. It’s been a slow but gradual disconnect from 3HO, and he fully disconnected i…

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Episode 64: Mel Hofmann {1970 - 1972; San Rafael, CA} 1:41:49

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Mel Hofmann, at the time was Melanie Calhoon started studying Kundalini yoga classes in 1970, at the age of 15 in Berkeley, CA . The local area ashram at the time was known as the “Banana Ananda” ashram in San Rafael, CA. She moved into the ashram in the Fall of 1971 at the age of 16 years old. Shortly thereafter, the name of the ashram was changed…

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Episode 63: Siri Whitecrow (1972 - 1988, Anchorage, Alaska) 2:15:42

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Siri Whitecrow, was born Elias Seneca Whitecrow in 1972 in Juneau, Alaska. His mom, Sat guru Kaur, joined 3HO with his older sister, Siri Kaur, in 1976 and his name was changed to Siri Singh Khalsa. His early life was spent between two different ashrams in Anchorage, Alaska, then in 1979 he was sent to Española New Mexico at 7 years old, living wit…

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Episode 62: Guruganesha Singh Khalsa (1972 - 2023) - Washington D.C. and Herndon, Virginia Ashrams 2:58:55

1y ago2:58:55

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Guruganesha Singh grew up in Natick MA, 18 miles west of Boston. Graduated high school class of 1968. In Feb 1972, he attended his first KY class at the boathouse at Smith College in Northampton MA, after seeing YB's tratakum pic on a flyer in the Student Union. Soon after he attended a weekend KY retreat at the Montague (montagew) in MA with Guru …

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Episode 61: Ravi Singh {Chicago/New York City - 1973 - 1999} - Evolving Kundalini Yoga 2:06:33

1y ago2:06:33

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Ravi Singh began practicing Kundalini Yoga in 1973 and lived in the 3HO ashram in Chicago, IL. In 1974 he moved to New York City to be a writer and continued to practice Kundalini Yoga and began teaching. In the late 70's I had a brief stint as a resident of the 3HO ashram in Brooklyn, NY. He attended every Summer and Winter Solstice gathering from…

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Episode 60: Els Coenen (Ravinder Kaur; Belgium, 2008 - 2018) 2:17:29

1y ago2:17:29

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Els Coenen (formerly Ravinder Kaur) lives in Belgium. She was 49 when she took her first Kundalini Yoga class, immediately fell in love with it and became a teacher in 2008. She taught Kundalini Yoga for ten years, gave multiple classes a week, organized workshops and teacher training programs in Belgium and East-Africa and assisted in them. Every …

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2nd Generation Speaks Out - Open Letter requesting repairs to the Independent Healing and Reparations Program 1:13:19

1y ago1:13:19

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Over 100 Second Generation voices came together to craft an Open Letter requesting repairs to the Independent Healing and Reparations Program. Summer Solstice and European Yoga Festival are in full promotional swing--let's talk about it--and the recent resignation of Sahaj Singh Khalsa from the SSSC Board. Listen Read the OPEN LETTER Sign the Petit…

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Episode 58: Guru Kartar Kaur (Rue) Born and Raised in 3HO: 1997 - 2016; Mexico City, MX 2:02:03

1+ y ago2:02:03

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Guru Kartar Kaur (she now goes by Rue) was born into 3HO in Mexico City in 1997 to her parents, Guru Hans Kaur Khalsa and Siri Simran Singh. A couple months after she was born, Rue and her sister, Partmatma Kaur, were brought to New Mexico by her parents, to attend the Summer Solstice where she met YB and received her spiritual name from him. Rue’s…

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Episode 57: Ratnavali Kaur Khalsa (Ratna); 1996 -2023 - Boulder, CO and Espanola, NM 1:52:41

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Ratnavali Kaur Khalsa, (she goes by Ratna) was born in India in August 1996. At a few months of age she was adopted by Guru Nam Kaur Khalsa, of Espanola, NM and Sadhna Singh of Boulder, CO but it took over 1 year to actually get to the USA. In 1997 at 18 months old, she finally arrived to her parents: whom had adopted another child. in 1993, her br…

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Episode 56: The Lasting Impact of 3HO After Childhood - Darci Larocque Part Two: (1976 - 2022) 2:33:54

1+ y ago2:33:54

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This is a follow up conversation w/ Darci Laroque to share the lasting IMPACT of childhood neglect, abandonment, and survivalist 3HO training to breed "spiritual-warriors" that she, and other children of 3HO/Kundalini Yoga, "Sikh Dharma" received. Hint: It's NOT Healthy, Happy, or Holy. It's communal abandonment disguised as consciousness. You can …

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Episode 55: Darci Larocque (1971 - 2020 Dorchester, MA, Espanola, NM and Los Angeles Ashrams) 3:19:34

1+ y ago3:19:34

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Darci Larocque, was born Darci Clack in 1971. Her father joined 3HO in 1974 in the New Haven Ashram. Her mom and father were divorced and at the age of 5, she started visiting the ashram in Dorchester, MA, where her father had moved. One day in first grade catholic school, her dad and a friend in full Bana showed up in the middle of a school day an…

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14-Minute Tatva Meditation 14:24

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A calming meditation connecting with the element of Prithvi (earth), Apas (water), Agni (fire), Vayu (wind/air), and Akash (space/ether). Excellent for beginners cultivating a meditation practice.

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Episode 54: First Generation Fragility - Two Years in Review 1:35:44

1+ y ago1:35:44

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Speaking on "1st Generation" Fragility: The impact it has on our lives in 3HO present day and historically. Listen to "Second Generation" perspective on how to listen and hear US in real time. Resources: Group therapy with the Trauma Healing Project Email: dmcilwain@healingattention.org https://healingattention.org/ For Somatic Therapy: https://dir…

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35-Minute Fall to Winter Yoga Nidra 35:59

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A gentle Nidra practice to effortlessly transition from fall to winter. Give yourself permission to ease into the season of rest and rejuvenation.

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Episode 53: Goldie (Started KY in Utah; 2001 - 2014) 1:34:25

2y ago1:34:25

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Goldie found her first Kundalini class at 10 years old in 2001 and by age 12 was regularly attending KY classes at her local community college in rural Utah. She then started going to 4AM sadhana and started a 40 day practice. At age 17, she attended her first Summer Solstice and went every year for the next 5+ years and participated in the setup c…

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Episode 52: Pritam Hari Kaur (Joined in 1981, Hamburg, Germany; 1987 moved to Johannesburg, South Africa) 2:42:42

2y ago2:42:42

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Pritam Hari Kaur born in Germany and grew up in Indonesia and Spain, of German post-war parents who wanted nothing better than to head out into fresh and new horizons. After being kicked out of her house by father and step-mom at 19 years old, she felt orphaned, and eventually met Yogi Bhajan in 1981 at age 21; fully embraced the ashram lifestyle. …

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15-Minute Smell Meditation 15:34

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A calming meditation, using scents. You will need four different fragrances, going from subtle to strong for this experience.

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Episode 51: BethVandam - (Sat Atma Kaur-2007-2020 Los Angeles) 2:23:29

2y ago2:23:29

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Beth joined the Los Angeles Kundalini Yoga community in 2007 while at grad school earning her MFA in production design for film and TV at the American Film Institute. She discovered Golden Bridge Yoga studio in Hollywood and soon became a regular student there, then quickly a sevadar, then a part-time front desk manager, and ultimately a full-time …

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Episode 50: Jules Hartley Part 2 (2011 - 2018 - Joined 3HO in Los Angeles 2:26:47

2y ago2:26:47

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Part Two with Jules Hartley. We go into detail of her personal story of emotional/psychological abuse from her Teacher Tej Kaur (Los Angeles; Nine Treasures), other 3HO experiences including White Tantric Yoga for both Winter and Summer Solstice, Los Angeles, as well as the highly "coveted" position and privilege of volunteering at the SSS Cabin to…

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Episode 49: Jules Hartley (Amrita Kaur - Los Angeles, CA - 2011 -2018 ) 2:16:15

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Jules Hartley joined 3HO in 2011, changed her name to Amrita Kaur, and actively participated as a Kundalini Yoga teacher, worked for White Tantric Yoga (Health&Humanology), Golden Bridge Yoga, Nine Treasures Yoga, and performed work exchange for KRI and 3HO, and did seva (selfless service) at the RaMa Institute as well as the Guru Ram Das Ashram in…

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31-Minute Summer to Fall Nidra 31:55

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A gentle nidra to synchronize with the rhythms of nature, allowing yourself to shift beautifully into autumn - the season of letting go.

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Episode 48: Siri Om Singh; Mexico City, Mexico (Started KY 2006 - 2021) 2:46:29

2y ago2:46:29

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Siri Om was born Ivan Sanchezin Mexico City in 1971, graduated from the National University of Plastic Arts with a degree in Graphic Communication. Being a restless seeker of answers and in the midst of incessant alcoholism and deep depression he begins taking regular kundalini classes in February 2006. Making great changes in his life, he takes hi…

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16-Minute Calming Nidra 16:06

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A soft, calming nidra, welcoming rest and tranquility to your day.

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10-Minute Flame Focus Meditation 10:40

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Derived from the Hatha Yoga Pradapika, this traditional meditation is practiced with an object to focus your attention. You may wish to use a candle or diya, although any object can be used to guide your focus.

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12-Minute Touch Meditation 12:56

2y ago12:56

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A soothing, calming meditation using the sense of touch to quiet the mind and get the endorphins flowing.

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21-Minute Walking Meditation 21:03

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Walk, while tapping into your senses to center yourself. Ideal for those of us with sedentary lives, and those who find sitting still for meditation challenging. This 21-Minute meditation is a lovely way to recharge and cultivate a walking practice.

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Eps.47 - 3HO Reparations Claims and Concerns 46:47

2y ago46:47

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The deadline for the Independent Healing and Reparations Program of Sikh Dharma (3HO/KY/SSSC) is coming up on August 19, 2022. The protocol and eligibility is available for all to read below. Help get the word out to others who may be eligible by sharing this podcast. This episode discusses basic eligibility guidelines and the importance of legal r…

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6-Minute Gratitude Meditation 6:25

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Take a few moments during a busy day to experience gratitude. In positive psychology research, gratitude is associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.

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21-Minute Brain Balance Nidra 21:27

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A great Nidra to do after a workout or yoga session, or as a stand-alone practice to balance the brain.

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13-Minute Chakra Exploration 13:13

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A meditative introduction to the body's seven energetic points, the chakras. This centering, calming exploration of the chakras allows us to recharge and connect with the body.

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7-Minute Gentle Breath Practice 7:19

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Centering, simple alternate nostril breathing. This simple pranayama can be done anytime, anyplace. All you need is your breath.

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10-Minute Shaking Leaf Meditation 10:45

2y ago10:45

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A short 'Shaking Leaf in the Rain' meditation. Immensely grounding, great for when you are anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, angry, or when you have spent too much time staring at a screen. 10 minutes of this meditation allows a gentle return to the body, centered and responsive. Especially helpful when you feel disconnected from your physical bo…

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15-Minute Taste Meditation 15:48

2y ago15:48

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A simple mindfulness meditation practice. You will need a cup of your favorite warm beverage, and a quiet space to breathe.

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Episode 46: The Ram Das Puri Land Purchase Story with Gigi Kaur; (GuruGun Kaur - 3HO member from -1971 - 1983) 1:44:44

2y ago1:44:44

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Guru Gun Kaur, simply goes by Gigi, joined 3HO in 1972 at Mendocino Summer Solstice. She became devoted to the practice of yoga, cleansing and detoxing from her young adult years during the time of sex, drugs and rock and roll; moving away from the “negative” lifestyle, while rapidly moving toward her new found faith and “conscious” family, led by …

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30-Minute Energizing Yoga Nidra 27:34

2y ago27:34

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Energizing 30-minute yoga nidra. There is no wrong way to practice nidra - get comfortable, recline, lie down, and follow the guiding voice.

3y ago2:11:54

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Today’s guest is Mira “Harkrishan” Khalsa. She was born in 2002 in the Los Angeles ashram. Her parents are Siri Atma Singh and Gobind Kaur Khalsa. She attended Summer Solstice and Khalsa Youth Camp every year growing up. In 2005, her family moved to Nambe, New Mexico to be a part of the Espanola ashram and because her mother got a job at “The Ranch…

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