One of my constant sources of inspiration is Living Wisely, Living Well, a wonderful compilation of insights for each day of the year by Swami Kriyananda. A few months ago, on the morning of my birthday, I enthusiastically opened the book to see what message Swamiji might have for me. I was determined to apply that thought in my life. … Read More
The Notorious Foes of Meditation – Restlessness & Distraction
Ever since I started teaching meditation, I have heard constant and consistent complaints from students – no matter who I was teaching: “My mind is so restless!” “I’m not very good at concentrating!” Frankly, I find it quite ironic – because these lamentations come from successful businessmen, motivated students, and skilled workers. In other words, people who have also used … Read More
Overcoming Low Self-Esteem on the Spiritual Path: From Self-Judgment to Self-Acceptance
I was an average student at best throughout most of my early school life. I did just the bare minimum. I only needed to avoid scolding and chastisement from my parents and teachers. Sadly, this mediocre attitude toward my studies defined most areas of my life. I ate junk food, watched TV, and did not (exert or apply myself) to … Read More
Healing Is Often Drawn, Not Sent
On Sundays at Ananda Sangha Delhi, we frequently hold in-person healing sessions for anyone who may want it. It is not a surprise when people who have never been to Ananda before, walk into the temple and request for healing. The “Healing Angels” offering this service often know nothing about the person requesting healing, and the healing technique is such … Read More
Tap Into Your Intuition Superpower & Follow Inner Guidance
Tap Into Your Intuition Superpower andFollow Inner Guidance Yogavatar Lahiri Mahasaya revived the lost, sacred art of Kriya Yoga in the 19th century. During that time he advised his disciples to solve all problems through meditation. This advice, so deceptively simple, is still true for us today but left me wondering, “How exactly can I do that?” In the Autobiography of a Yogi, Lahiri … Read More
The Law of Karma: Bondage or Soul-Release?
The law of karma can be either a source of bondage and fear or a means for soul release. It depends on our attitude. A deeper understanding of the infallible cosmic law reveals that karma only helps us learn our lessons and reach soul perfection. Learn why that is so and how you can ‘pass’ your karmic tests with flying colors! … Read More
Hello, Great Souls!
On one fine Saturday evening, I was watching one of the many talks of Asha Nayaswami on YouTube. This one was about how to increase your magnetism to manifest the desired success in your life. Within afew minutes, I was immersed in the experience of absorbing the wisdom she was sharing so gracefully. My face had a huge smile and … Read More
Living From Within
“The deeper the Self-realization of a man, the more he influences the whole universe by his subtle spiritual vibrations, and the less he himself is affected by the phenomenal flux.”-Paramhansa Yogananda The energy of every individual is determined not just by their words and actions but more so by the thoughts, intentions and imagination one carries within. The thoughts we … Read More
Feeling Like There’s Not Enough Time in the Day? Meditation Can Help
“I don’t have time to meditate!” is the most common obstacle to meditation. Fortunately, meditation is one of those practices that give you the best return on time invested. Learn how to can tackle perpetual busyness to find time for your spiritual practices and become more efficient with the help of meditation. So far in the 21st century, technology has … Read More
My Reflections on Kriya
Kriya is not just a meditation technique but a profound game-changer for the body, mind, and soul. Kriya heals and helps develop a perception of the deeper pattern of life. Most significantly, Kriya helps tune into God’s presence and the assurance of His everlasting love, purifying the heart and the mind, helping us to transform ourselves. Kriya is not meditation, … Read More
















