Spiritual Community
Daily Meditator, Meditation
Heaven and Earth
Paramhansa Yogananda came to the West to show us how we can attain the state of yoga-union with God. He taught that our true home is not the mud of this earth, but the light of heaven. He described earth as that which is finite, fleeting, temporary, and giving pseudo-happiness, and heaven as that which is eternal, permanent, and giving … Read More
Spiritual Growth
The Gift of Giving
News About Ananda
New Temple of Light Campaign
We have just launched a campaign to build a new temple at Ananda Village. You can learn more at our website.
Spiritual Community
Swami Kriyananda, Still Touching Hearts
Ananda Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, Yoga Postures, Yoga Teacher Training
Winter Restorative Yoga Pose
Winter is a time for comfort, staying warm, and withdrawing from outer activity. Unlike the other seasons, winter gives us the opportunity to stay indoors and take notice of the changes that are needed to create better balance in our busy lives. We know from experience, that when we become overstimulated or overexerted, both our bodies and immune systems reap … Read More
Spiritual Community, Yoga Philosophy
A New Year’s Message from Paramhansa Yogananda, January 1950
Resolve, this coming year, to appreciate the value of time. For how is it possible to solve all the mysteries of the Soul in one short life span unless we make the most of each year? Very few know how much can be accomplished when each day is used wisely and economically. Without realizing the value of immortal time, which … Read More
Spiritual Community, Yoga Philosophy
Happy New Year
Happy New Year, everyone. Nayaswami Jyotish: This coming year could be very momentous for the world, for Ananda, and for each of us individually. It is going to be a very important year with many changes happening. This morning I read a letter from 1950 by Paramhansa Yogananda. He urges us to make better use of the time we are … Read More
