Love everyone equally and see God in everyone, and no one will be able to hurt you. Love people for themselves and not what you can get out of them. Learn to be content in yourself by feeling the presence of God in your own being. Questions include: Isn’t getting rid of negative and positive emotions the same as apathy? … Read More
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Patanjali Explained
Swamiji discusses his new book Demystifying Patanjali. This was his last Sunday Service given in the Portland area, at Ananda’s community in Laurelwood, September 2012. Further exploration of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is offered in the Ananda course on the topic: Living the Yoga Sutras: Practical Steps to Higher Awareness
Surrender
“Many religious traditions emphasize surrender, which seems rather passive. Is that true?” From the concept of passive vs. active surrender, the discussion ranges to willpower, free will, if we can see our own spiritual progress, and the effect that being a vegetarian has on our consciousness. What is the limit of acceptance? There must be situations where acceptance isn’t appropriate — … Read More
The Importance of Education
Swami Kriyananda wrote a book called Education for Life (available online for free and for purchase) and talks about Yogananda’s interest in education, and how the non-sectarian principles he taught have been implemented at Ananda Village. He talks about the different stages of development that children go through and offers thoughts for how to bring the best and the highest … Read More
