What IsAnanda?
Ananda is dedicated to the belief, born of experience, that you can live in joy. We teach effective techniques for expanding your sense of self, such as meditation, Kriya Yoga, spiritual Hatha Yoga, and divine friendship.
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Our Inspiration
Paramhansa Yogananda has been called the father of yoga and meditation in the West. His Autobiography helped spark and inspire a spiritual revolution across the world. Among the over three-hundred (influential spiritual voices) I interviewed about their key spiritual influences, a high percentage named a book, and by far the book most often mentioned was Yogananda’s unique memoir.Phil Goldberg, American Veda
At the request of Yogananda, Swami Kriyananda dedicated his life to lecturing and writing, and has also produced hundreds of pieces of music, to help others to find joy within. More
With the passing of Swami Kriyananda in 2013, Nayaswami Jyotish was named by Kriyananda as his spiritual successor. Jyotishji met Swami Kriyananda in 1966, working closely with him and his wife, Devi (who came to Ananda in 1969), to build Ananda’s work around the world. Both Nayaswamis Jyotish and Devi were named kriyacharyas by Swami Kriyananda, and disseminate the liberating and ancient Kriya Yoga technique of Paramhansa Yogananda’s lineage. More
Meditation & Kriya Yoga
Learn to Meditate
Meditation is a technique for personal growth that has been practiced for thousands of years around the world with repeatable results. There is no aspect of your life that cannot be improved by meditation, whether it be in business, relationships, or health. The highest purpose of meditation, however, is to discover your Highest Self.
We offer a free, five-day email series for a basic overview of how to meditate, specifying posture options, where and when to meditate, and a simple, effective technique. It also includes a subscription to our weekly newsletter of inspiration and events.
Online Course: Lessons in Meditation
Whether or not you are new to meditation, this course will help you develop a deep and consistent practice. With ample feedback from meditators with decades of experience and your own persistence, you will awaken your true nature: a pure reflection of divine peace, joy, and love.
Ananda is known for its expertise in meditation, and for almost 50 years has trained teachers in techniques grounded in the highest yogic practices of India, as brought to the West by Paramhansa Yogananda.
Next Session:
March 4, 2021 – May 13, 2021
Tuition: $99.95
Kriya Yoga
Kriya Yoga is an ancient meditation technique of energy and breath control, or pranayama. It is also a comprehensive spiritual path, which includes additional meditation practices and guidance for living.
The Kriya technique is given through personal initiation by one of our Kriya Yoga teachers. Initiation requires preparation which includes the practice of other meditation techniques and study of Paramhansa Yogananda’s teachings.
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Community
Let us join together in this wave of social transformation, and through our practice of meditation create a spirit of global unity that can lead to lasting peace.Nayaswami Devi
Connect Online
Ananda is very active online: Live events, satsangs, group guided meditations, and personal support through email and chat. Learn More
Find a Local Center
Ananda has over 150 centers and meditation groups in over 45 countries which offer group meditations and classes. Learn More
Experience Community
Ananda has developed eight communities in the US, Europe, and India. Many offer internships where you can stay and experience community firsthand. Learn More
Be a Warrior for the Light
“God’s light is within me and around me. With the sword of faith in my hand, with the love of God in my heart, I am a warrior of light. I join my brothers and sisters everywhere to overcome fear with faith, hatred with love, and disease with health. We all are warriors of light. We fill the world with God’s light.”
A Call to Action
Nayaswamis Jyotish and Devi share about the need for positive action in this time of turmoil and crisis.
Join the Campaign for World Healing
Every Thursday at 8:00 am PST / 5:00 pm CEST / 9:30 pm IST, Ananda centers in the U.S., India, and Italy host a gathering to meditate, affirm, and visualize light and harmony in the world.
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Recent Posts and Videos
I Saw a Light and a Shadow Swirl Around My Room. What Was It?
Dear Abigail, Since it was a guided meditation, which usually involves imagination, it can easily have been an experience born from the subconscious mind, another imagination, so strong that it appeared real. It might also have been a true, deep ... Read More
Will My Relationship Last?
Dear Dee, There’s a footnote in Paramhansa Yogananda’s (now famous) life story, Autobiography of a Yogi that says, quoting Buddha, to the effect, that the reason to love everyone is that, at some point in our past lives, we have ... Read More
I See Space with Closed and Open Eyes. Is it the Same Space?
Dear Self, It is probably the same space. Inner experiences can be taken into our outer life. Even the OM sound can be heard by some in daily life. Similarly the spiritual eye can be seen by some with open ... Read More
Why Do So Many People Start the Spiritual Search Later in Life?
Dear Lourdes, There is a natural rhythm to the flow of life that impacts many, though not all, people. A toddler learns to walk, talk, and use the body. A child goes to school and learns to get along with ... Read More
How Can I Manifest a Life Partner?
Dear Pooja, We, as children of Divine Mother, are entitled to ask of Her anything. But She knows what we are meant to receive. When we pray, we always understand: not my will, but Thy will be done. Deep faith ... Read More
Can the Spiritual Path Help Solve Family Problems?
Dear Friend, Life without problems to solve would be intolerable for more than a brief period of time! The world could not exist without the play of opposites constantly vying for our attention and participation. So let’s begin by accepting ... Read More
A Strong Energy Rises in My Spine, Disturbing My Ability to Work
Dear One, Your experience in truth is wonderful. It’s a little bit like the one of Swami Pranabananda as described in the Autobiography of a Yogi: “‘At work, I find an overpowering sensation rising in my spine. It permeates my ... Read More
Is My Marriage Over?
Dear Friend, I am sorry for the loss of warmth and friendship between you and your husband. You didn’t mention whether the two of you have acknowledged the state to which your relationship has fallen. Is it even possible to ... Read More
Connecting with Others on the Spiritual Path
Dear RK! Yes, we do go to holy places on pilgrimage: India, Europe and even America (where Yogananda lived). The different centers of Ananda throughout the world organize trips for their members and students. Places where the spirit of God ... Read More
How Can I Spiritualize My Apartment?
Dear Kana, The most spiritual colors are white, blue, and gold. Maybe you can have the walls be pained by a nice off-white, with touches of blue here and there — for example in angles or around the windows. Yogananda ... Read More
Online Events
Yoga Flow for Stamina & Strength
Mar 1 4:00 pm PST • Mar 2 00:00 GMT • Mar 2 05:30 IST
Treasures Virtual Satsang
Mar 1 5:00 pm PST • Mar 2 01:00 GMT • Mar 2 06:30 IST
“Whispers from Eternity” — a Daily Broadcast of Inspiration
Mar 2 12:00 pm PST • Mar 2 20:00 GMT • Mar 3 01:30 IST
Nurturing Your Soul: 15-Min Guided Meditation for Beginners
Mar 2 12:00 pm PST • Mar 2 20:00 GMT • Mar 3 01:30 IST
Ananda Yoga & Meditation Sadhana
Mar 2 3:00 pm PST • Mar 2 23:00 GMT • Mar 3 04:30 IST
Conversations with Yogananda
Mar 2 7:30 pm PST • Mar 3 03:30 GMT • Mar 3 09:00 IST
Weekly Guided Kriya Meditation
Mar 3 5:30 am PST • Mar 3 13:30 GMT • Mar 3 19:00 IST
Whispers From Eternity: An Exploration of Prayer and Poetry
Mar 3 8:15 am PST • Mar 3 16:15 GMT • Mar 3 21:45 IST
“Whispers from Eternity” — a Daily Broadcast of Inspiration
Mar 3 12:00 pm PST • Mar 3 20:00 GMT • Mar 4 01:30 IST
Nurturing Your Soul: 15-Min Guided Meditation for Beginners
Mar 3 12:00 pm PST • Mar 3 20:00 GMT • Mar 4 01:30 IST
“Whispers from Eternity” — a Daily Broadcast of Inspiration
Mar 4 12:00 pm PST • Mar 4 20:00 GMT • Mar 5 01:30 IST
Nurturing Your Soul: 15-Min Guided Meditation for Beginners
Mar 4 12:00 pm PST • Mar 4 20:00 GMT • Mar 5 01:30 IST
Ananda Yoga & Meditation Sadhana
Mar 4 3:00 pm PST • Mar 4 23:00 GMT • Mar 5 04:30 IST
Featured
Inner Renewal Week – March 22 – 26, 2021
The Yogic Lifestyle: Based on the Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda
Nayaswamis Jyotish and Devi, along with other inspiring teachers, will explore in depth many of the facets of Yogananda’s teachings that can bring Self-realization to individuals and upliftment of consciousness to the world.
Lessons in Meditation
The 10-week Lessons in Meditation program is designed to provide in-depth instruction in scientific meditation techniques that bring more peace, deeper relaxation, and focused concentration to every area of your life, regardless of outer conditions.
These techniques are based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi.
Next Session: March 4, 2021 – May 13, 2021
Tuition: $99.95
Thank You, God – Tithing as a Spiritual Practice
Tithing is a spiritual practice, a conscious expression of gratitude given without condition to the source of your inspiration– God. We invite you to try it. Hear the stories of others, but test this teaching in your own life and see what transpires.
Your support is a blessing for all
Ananda is a beacon of light, breaking through the darkness of this world with the universal teachings of Self-realization.
Thank you for being a part of this community of souls who support each other on our path to God.
