Class 64: Autobiography of a Yogi

After his Kriya initiation, and his experience of unbroken Samadhi, all Lahiri Mahasaya wanted was to stay like this forever, at the feet of his Guru. But Babaji had other plans. Babaji’s plans for us too, seldom match what we want, but if we, like Lahiri Mahasaya, say, “yes, my guru” then freedom is assured.

Hare Krishna, Hare Rama, Hare Guru

Hare Hare Krishna, Hare Hare Rama, Hare Hare Guru! Melody composed by Swami Kriyananda, direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda. With Baraquiel and Shamini from Ananda Mumbai.

Meditation: The Most Important Thing, Ever! (Podcast)

There are innumerable practices clubbed loosely under “meditation”. But what is meditation and why is it so important? Is it a stress buster? Is it a manifesting tool? Is it the way to God? Narayani and Shurjo share Paramhansa Yogananda’s wisdom and meditations on this very fundamental subject. #happinessnow #meditation #mostimportant #podcast #paramhansayogananda

6-Hour Chanting of the Sacred Mantra “AUM Guru”

🕉️ Let’s chant “Aum Guru” together for many hours to build spiritual magnetism and draw the grace of God and Gurus. ✨ This chanting vigil was recorded on September 12 & 13 in the Temple of Light at Ananda Village, as well as by Ananda devotees around the world. We continue hearing from many people all over the world about how … Read More

Class 58: The Bhagavad Gita of Paramhansa Yogananda

Gita (18:41) O Scorcher of Foes! the duties of Brahmins, Kshatriyas, and Vaishyas, as also of Shudras, are (inborn and diverse) according to the gunas uppermost in their natures. The inner, mystical caste system is a practical way for us to gauge our level of awareness and the play of the gunas within us. Krishna helps put these stages of … Read More

Will Power: Inspiration for the Week

Will Power: Inspiration for the Week The greatest gift God gave us is of Will Power. Through the effort of will do we choose to rise above all limitations, until we realize our infinite potential. But that potential cannot, and will not, reveal itself to us until we have developed infinite Will. This week we get to experience that state. … Read More