Brahmachari Sagar shares an inspiring concept of Yogananda with an example from his own life as well as a beautiful letter by Yogananda. From his Sunday Service talk at Ananda Village
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Journey through the Chakras: Muladhara
The Chakras are energy centers in the body with both physical and spiritual influence on our lives. In this video, Dharmadas begins the journey at the base of the spine–the coccyx or “Muladhara” chakra, associated with the earth element, locomotion, elimination, and firm commitment with focus on the rules of life. Dharmadas suggests ways we can awaken and tune into … Read More
Victory Demands the Courage of Conviction
Sunday Service with Brahmachari Sagar and Nayaswami Anandi and Bharat Cornell at Ananda Village.
The Bhagavad Gita: Scripture Studay (Class 9)
Based on the Spiritual interpretations by Paramhansa Yogananda
A New Dispensation, Part 9 – Attunement is Everything
Today Asha shares a story about a time when Swami Kriyananda was deeply reflecting on the anguishing monotony of life. To move beyond this, on the path of liberation, attunement is everything. The unique ray of grace that Paramhansa Yogananda and this line of Masters brought, which is channeled through Ananda, offers us the practical and joyful ways of living … Read More
The Story of Webster
Swami Kriyananda reads “The Story of Webster,” a short story by P.G. Wodehouse.
Healing Prayers for the World with Narya and Laura Tosetti
Join us in these 20 minutes of coming together to strengthen light in the world — with a brief talk and meditation followed by group affirmation and visualization for world blessing. Affirmation: “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. … Read More
In Divine Friendship, Class 13 —Unconditional Friendship
Swami Kriyananda demonstrated, time and time again, how to be a true and unconditional friend. Though he recieved sometimes comical letters of attack and criticism, he responded with kindness and often even with humor! By examining this week’s letters, we see how to respond to criticism, and how to graciously accept gifts or support. In this discussion we also see … Read More
The Beast in the Jungle
It’s no question that we’re living in very challenging times. Many friends have told us that with all the uncertainty and stress around them now, the days and weeks seem to run together in a blur. They’re either waiting for life to return to normal; hoping that things will improve; or fearing that they will only get worse. This cycle … Read More
What Is Tithing? Why Tithe?
Nayaswami Uma explains this important concept and how it can become important in our daily spiritual life. For more info please visit https://www.ananda.org/support-ananda/thank-you-god-tithing/