This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, is an excerpt from a talk given during the 3rd Annual Summer Kriya Yoga Retreat at the Assisi Institute in Rochester, NY. This is part 2 of 2. For updates on future Kriya Yoga retreats, check: https://kriyayogaonline.com/kriya-yoga-events/ Lecture Topics Include: The world will never be perfect. Yoga burns up…

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, is an excerpt from a talk given during the 3rd Annual Summer Kriya Yoga Retreat at the Assisi Institute in Rochester, NY. This is part 1 of 2. For updates on future Kriya Yoga retreats, check: https://kriyayogaonline.com/kriya-yoga-events/ Lecture Topics Include: Did Yogananda Teach Authentic Kriya Yoga? Movi…

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, is an excerpt from a talk given during the 3rd Annual Summer Kriya Yoga Retreat at the Assisi Institute in Rochester, NY. This is part 2 of 2. For updates on future Kriya Yoga retreats, check: https://kriyayogaonline.com/kriya-yoga-events/ Lecture Topics Include: Love is the Most important part of Yoga practi…

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, is an excerpt from a talk given during the 3rd Annual Summer Kriya Yoga Retreat at the Assisi Institute in Rochester, NY. This is part 1 of 2. For updates on future Kriya Yoga retreats, check: https://kriyayogaonline.com/kriya-yoga-events/ Lecture Topics Include: Meditation for the long term Becoming angelic,…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider the Original Kriya Yoga, Tapas, The End of Seeking for Self-Realization. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program. For continued inspiration and instruction…

Pancha Karma is a powerful Ayurvedic practice for self-healing and longevity. In order to succeed on our spiritual path, it is good if we can be as healthy as possible and live as long as we can. Enlightenment takes time, and the longer our life, the more time we have to work out our spiritual clarity. In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we …

Sattva, Rajas and Tamas are the primordial forces that reveal your embodied state of consciousness. These cosmic forces of creation are energies that permeate all levels of our being. Knowledge of their influence helps you to take action to harness their strengths so that you can empower your meditation practice and yogic lifestyle. By cultivating …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak discusses the concept of spiritual strength and power, focusing on how to cultivate these attributes through yoga and meditation practices. The core of the talk revolves around the teachings from the Yoga Sutras, particularly Sutra 23 in Chapter 3, which highlights the importance of friendship…

Today's guest is Fiona Marques, Vedic Astrologer and directer of The Asheville Vedic Astrology Apprenticeship Program. Fiona is a graduate of the Asheville Vedic Astrology Program and the host of The Vedic Astrology Podcast. She is also an Ayurvedic Coach, Yoga Teacher and Massage Therapist for the last 15 years. In this session, Fiona and I discus…

Self-realization is an unqualified, aware, present state of being. It is a synonym for enlightenment, nirvana, atma[1] jnana[2], etc. Self-realization occurs when one is awake and aware of one’s timeless essence, free of identification with any thought, emotion, memory, perception, object, or feeling. Self-realization is evident when these vrittis[…

Today's guest is Ray Booker, Kriya Yoga teacher and student of Roy Eugene Davis. Ray has been engaged on the Kriya Yoga path for many decades. He is an accomplished musician, student of Sanskrit and an Ayurvedic expert. During our talk Ray shares stories of his time with Roy Eugene Davis, from their trip to India, to times spent together in Georgia…

During our March 2024 Equinox retreat, we discussed the two phases of Kriya Yoga Meditation practice. Phase one includes arranging your life, consciousness and schedule to support super-conscious meditation. Phase two is the consistent experience of super-conscious meditation. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. …

Today's guest is Harald Reiske, Kriya Yoga teacher and student of Roy Eugene Davis. Harald has been engaged on the Kriya Yoga path for over 40 years, and joins us today to share his wisdom and experience. Questions Answered: How did you discover Kriya Yoga? And what was your experience like learning from Mr. Davis. What advice would you give to a n…

On this episode of Season 2 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast you will be listening to a class on the final chapter in Roy Eugene Davis' book Absolute Knowledge That Liberates Consciousness. During the final half of 2023, I sent a class, once a month, exploring Absolute Knowledge to members of our Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community. After completing the f…

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast. Kriya Yoga teacher and psychoanalyst David McGrath (https://www.davidmcgrath.ie/) and I explore the benefits of counseling and psychotherapy as a way to accelerate one's spiritual growth process. Over the last 25 years, I have had significant shifts in capacity for meditation by engaging with a co…

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast. Today is the birthday of my Kriya Yoga Teacher, Roy Eugene Davis, and so we will consider his life and the quality of Shraddha as it related to his success on the spiritual path. We will also talk about how important Faith is for one intent on Self and God-Realization through yogic meditation. You…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider the purpose of suffering. We also consider how suffering can be ended. Our source material comes from The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Talks with Ramana Maharshi, and a discussion with an unknown sage. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya…

Please welcome our special guest Phil McLemore. Phil is a returning guest, from episode 3 and 14. In this episode we discuss the process of moving into an Advanced Kriya Yoga practice. Phil and I also take some time to discuss the persistence of "I" in the latter stages of spiritual growth. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my …

Please enjoy this recording from our Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Monthly Lessons. In this talk, I discuss the power of practicing tapas as it relates to the elemental, astral and causal bodies. Tapas is one of the 3 pillars of Kriya Yoga. To have the full results of Kriya Yoga, comprehensive practice of Tapas is ideal. In this episode, we explore tha…

Please enjoy this recording from our April 2023 Kriya Yoga Online Sunday Service. In this talk, I discuss the power of Spiritual Friendship. We review verses from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, The Holy Science by Sri Yukteswar, and Roy Eugene Davis' commentary on the Bhagavad Gita. To particpiate in future monthly online events please join our Kriy…

Please welcome our special guest Donelle Mason. Donelle is a Kriya Yoga Meditation Facilitator from New Zealand. In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Donelle shares her experience "being a student in the Kriya Yoga Tradition". For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice. Now av…

Please welcome our special guest Dr. Stella Wuttke. Dr. Stella Wuttke is a neurotherapy and neurofeedback specialist and sound healing practitioner. She is a certified Yoga and Meditation teacher in the Kriya Yoga tradition of Paramahansa Yogananda with Harald and Marlies Reiske. Dr. Wuttke was initiated and ordained by, Kriya Yoga teacher, Roy Eug…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider the power of simplicity in our meditation practice. Complicated meditation practices are not always advanced meditation practices. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprent…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider the power of Ishvara. Ishvara is often referred to as God or AUM. Aligning attention with Ishvara is considered to be the fastest route to Self-realization. All of our yogic and meditation practices serve to make this easier. In this episode, we explore the meaning of Ishvara and consider relev…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider the power of positive affirmation to change and empower your life. Kriya Yoga Teacher Roy Eugene Davis would always say, "Don't affirm that which you don't want to be true for yourself." Join us as we consider exactly what that means. If you would like to participate in future live sessions con…

This episode is a rebroadcast of episode 32 of The Western Yoga Podcast. The Western Yoga Podcast is hosted by Christopher Sartain. Christopher is a fellow student of Roy Eugene Davis, author and Kriya Yoga teacher. Christopher asked me some thought provoking questions. Some of his questions caught me off-guard, but all of them seemed to encourage …

Here we discuss the real meaning of Yogic Sleep. Ryan reviews the stages of consciousness from Jagrat, Svapna, to Sushupti and how the practice of proper meditation and Kriya Yoga provides the capacity to navigate the deepest levels of our being. The inspiration for this discussion is based on the appropriate sutras from chapter 1 of Patanjali's Yo…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a discussion with Vedic Astrologer and Ayurveda Doctor Ryan Strong. Mr. Strong and I discuss the value of Ayurveda as a profound support for Kriya Meditation practice. Ryan Phillip Strong is an experienced natural health practitioner, herbalist and educator. Ryan is an Ayurvedic Doctor, a Prof…

Here we discuss the power of intensity in spiritual practice and the real definition of discipline. We review the balance between spiritual activity and rest for optimal results on the Self-realization path. In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our new Introduction to Kriya Yoga Course. This course is currently b…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our 2022 End of Year Kriya Yoga Retreat. If you would like to participate in future retreats consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program. Here we discuss the question, "For 6 years, I have had a blo…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our 2022 End of Year Kriya Yoga Retreat. If you would like to participate in future retreats consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program. Here we discuss the question, "Is our dharma Self-realizatio…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our January 2023 Kriya Yoga Sunday Service for Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Members. Here we discuss a verse from the Bhagavad Gita which focuses on how to experience Supreme Consciousness. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to …

Roy Eugene Davis was a Kriya Yoga Guru/Teacher in the lineage of teachers, Mahavatar Babaji, Lahiri Mahasaya, Swami Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda. Mr. Davis, was initiated by Yogananda and ordained by Yogananda to teach Kriya Yoga. He was one of the youngest student's of Yogananda to be ordained. I met Mr. Davis in the late summer of 2000…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the best actions you can take to make the most of your Kriya Yoga meditation practice. How you relate to your moods and thoughts, the foods you eat, and even the nature of your sleep …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the process of Kriya Yoga. We discuss how spiritual practice transforms our perceptions and understanding, so that we can recognize the truth of Spirit. All of this takes time and ope…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the first steps on the path of Kriya Yoga, which ideally lead to an experience of God-realization. We explore the fundamental mechanics of cultivating Samadhi. For continued inspirati…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part three of three in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part two of three in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to ha…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year, so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part one of three, in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our November monthly lesson offered to our "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here we discuss the obstacle of fear. Fear prevents us from going deeper into our meditation, or making positive changes in our spiritual life. Fear is a reality, but not a defining f…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from one of our Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Monthly Q&As. Here we discuss: Are there masculine and feminine approaches to meditation? What do I do with odd feelings I experience during meditation? How is body awareness helpful in meditation? Is my imagination too active? Are my dream…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy this excerpt from the Kriya Yoga Discipleship Course, on Samadhi. The talk explores Samadhi and its relation to the eight limbs of yoga, specifically through the lens of Kriya Yoga and how Samadhi naturally occurs through the consistent practice of Dharana (concentration) and Dhyana (meditatio…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our August 14th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here we discuss how to put the puzzle of enlightenment together. This talk is based off the writing in my new book, An Essential Gui…

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an interview with, Kriya Yoga teacher, David McGrath from Ireland. David and I explore his new book The Yogi's Way. David McGrath is a Kriya Yoga Meditation Coach, living in Ireland. He has spent a considerable amount of time at Center for Spiritual Awareness, where he received instruction and initiation fr…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our August 28th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here I discuss what you need to do if you want to transcend the material world. We explore the reasons why existing in Astral and Ca…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, please enjoy a recording from our August 7th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here I discuss how to live an inspired life of purpose while maintaining the yogic philosophy of detachment from the Bhagavad Gita. "…

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, I interview Rev. Priya Friday-Pabros. Our topics include: What is the value of having an embodied (living) Kriya Yoga teacher? Can you make spiritual progress even without a teacher? How can we energize our spiritual practice? What is the feeling of OM, and how can we work with OM? How can we tap into OM? …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we have a 2-hour guided Kriya Meditation practice. This is an excerpt from our 2022 Kriya Yoga Online Solstice Retreat. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda. For …

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, I interview Swami Nirvananda. Our topics include: Swami Nirvananda describes his service working with leper communities. Swami discusses how he became a Swami, and his path to Kriya Yoga. Initiated by Swami Hariharananda. Meeting Kriya Yoga Teacher, Roy Eugene Davis. What is the difference between the Kriy…

The greatest power of Kriya Yoga is to give the direct experience of Samadhi. Every step of Yoga practice is important to contribute to this experience. In this episode, we talk about tips, pointers and indicators that can help lift your Kriya Yoga practice from a basic relaxation routine to a dynamic tool for experiencing a state of Oneness. Much …