To Those Who Want To Live Life On Higher Principles This is a foundation level guide to learning the first two limbs out of eight limbs of Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga.    You’ll learn a total ten commandments of yoga – the dos and don’ts on the spiritual path with relevant examples and the philosophy behind them.   If you take an interest in ancient yogic teachings or you want to know higher truths for living a harmonious life, you’ll find this guide useful.   Let’s get started! Table of Contents Introduction Lleve, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Patanjali, the g ..read more

Introduction Karma, death, and reincarnation are fascinating subjects for many of us. The more we understand them, the richer and more meaningful life becomes. In this post, you’ll read the words of Paramhansa Yogananda, a master of yoga, one who writes not from speculation, but from his inner knowledge of truth. Table of Contents What is Karma? If we accept the principle of cause and effect in Nature, and of action and reaction in physics, how can we not believe that this natural law extends also to human beings? Do not humans, too, belong to the natural order?   This is the law of k ..read more

When The Disciple Is Ready Many children have a habit of talking to themselves in the mirror. I had that habit when I was around 10 years old. I used to talk to myself in the mirror. Sometimes, I used to see myself as a second person and observe who is the person behind the face that I’m seeing right now. Maybe this was the time the journey to self-discovery began.   From teenage till early adulthood I visited many spiritual places along with my father. My father takes an interest in spirituality, whereas my mother supported us (father and myself) always and accompanied us to different ..read more

For Those Who Tend To Get Tensed Easily In this post, other than the techniques you’ll learn the scientific principles of relaxation at the mental level. This is important to know before learning more about the techniques of the great Master of yoga – Paramhansa Yogananda.   Also, you’ll find some short videos along the line to broaden your understanding.   Let’s explore! Super-Relaxation Super-relaxation is complete, voluntary withdrawal of consciousness and energy from the entire body.   People often talk of relaxation, but few know how to achieve it. Some people know how ..read more

To Those Who Are Considering Living A Yogic Lifestyle In this post, other than learning about key components of the yogic lifestyle, you’ll find some ‘Bonus‘ videos to help you deepen your understanding.   You can select any component to begin reading with, but, if you begin with Philosophy first, it will help you connect well with other components.   Let’s begin! Philosophy Yoga is quite possibly the most ancient science known to man.    Yoga, literally, means “union.” This union can be understood on different levels: philosophically, as that of the relative, limited ..read more

How Saloni Found An Answer THE HARDSHIPS FACED ARE NOT WASHED OFF IN VAIN INSTEAD THEY PROVIDE THE RIGHT CONDITIONS FOR THE SEED TO GERMINATE; PROVIDED THE SEED HAS THE DESIRE TO SPROUT POSITIVELY AS A BUD AND FINALLY AS A FLOWER THAT ADDS TO NATURE’S BEAUTY.   “We never know the right temperature and the conditions for a seed to shoot. It is well-known by nature. This is what I learned from My Life’s Story.”   Since childhood, I had deep devotion within my heart, I prayed simply but heartily. The simple laughter of childhood soon was converted into tough puzzles of life, when pare ..read more

This post is a compilation of excerpts from the book “A Handbook on Discipleship” by Swami Kriyananda. Swami Kriyananda (1926 - 2013) A Lifelong Disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda Swami Kriyananda born as James Donald Walters in May, 1926 Teleajen, Romania. During college years, he started the search for truth. In the late 1940s he came across Paramhansa Yogananda’s most influential book Autobiography of a Yogi. After reading the book he hopped on a train and travelled all the way to California to meet Yogananda. “I want to be your disciple” were the first words of Swami Kriyananda to Paramha ..read more

To Those Who Find It Difficult To Focus The Mind While Trying To Meditate Is it any wonder that we have a hard time getting this supremely dynamic mind of ours focused when we try to meditate?   In this post, you will learn three powerful techniques to help you in focusing the mind: Visualization, Prayer, and Chanting. [With Videos]   While it is true that these techniques focus our thoughts, they do much more than this. They connect us directly to Spirit. They are the heart and substance of the religious practices of virtually every spiritual path in the world.   Let’s explor ..read more

To Those Who Want To Follow Higher Principles In Business This is a short guide on learning how to achieve success in Business. It is based on the wisdom of Paramhansa Yogananda – An Enlightened Yogi.   The post will cover some important aspects of business that can help you in creating a strong foundation. It will cover some principles which you won’t generally find in any business books.   Whether you’re starting a business or already have one if achieving success the right way is something you’re looking for, you’ll find this guide helpful.   Let’s get started! Table of Co ..read more

How Kailash Found The Purpose of Life I had begun my search for truth and meaning in life from a very early age, for which I’m very grateful to God. I did my schooling in Saudi Arabia. I remember coming back home from school one day and wondering why I was anxious and uneasy. I tried to analyse everything about that day – did I have a fight with someone today? No. Did my teacher scold me? No. Was I failing as a student? Not at all, I was the section topper and head boy! And yet, I felt incomplete. There was no answer to my predicament. Life was heavenly on the outside, and the darkest hell o ..read more