”The future is not something new. It is already here; everything is contained in the eternal now or golden present. It’s like a river flowing—we only see a
section of time that is present to us. There’s no direction, no space, no
limitations—there is no time. It’s all one, eternal NOW.“–Swami Satchidananda
God or Infinite Consciousness is That through which our own egos move. Unfortunately, the ego tends to overlook the fact that its capacity to function is from that Source, and instead it comes up with the notion that I am doing everything by myself. But it would be a sad mistake if anyone thought we had to destroy the ego. Nothing—good or bad—is possible without the ego, but it should learn to accept its place. Eastern sages have compared the ego to a puppet...MORE
In the last ten years my work has been made much easier by the progress made in the fields of Neuroscience and Epigenetics. Following a great deal of scientific experimentation, significant evidence has materialized to show how the brain works and how meditation practices can help rewire our thinking process. MRIs taken before meditation and after meditation have clearly shown how the areas of the brain that deal with emotions have become relaxed, and literally light up. MORE
On January 22, 2024, the long awaited return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya, India was realized with the inauguration of the Ram Mandir by Prime Minister Modi. The construction of the Mandir in Ayodhya holds immense significance in the cultural, religious, and historical landscape of India because Ayodhya is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, a revered deity in Hinduism. This video offers an overview of the rebirth of what is now is truly a "temple town."
The Pūrnam adah shloka is a Shanti mantra from Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and Ishavasya Upanishad. This is an innocuous looking verse: one noun, two pronouns, three verbs and a participle for emphasis. Yet, someone once said: “Let all the Upanishads disappear from the face of the earth. I don’t mind so long as this one verse remains.” Can one small verse be so profound? Pūrnam, the single noun in the verse, is a beautiful Sanskrit word which means completely filled—a filled-ness. MORE
It is said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, but what if that journey encompasses not only miles but also centuries of profound wisdom, timeless traditions, and a tapestry of influences that have shaped our spiritual heritage? In this captivating new series, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary voyage, a quest that will take you far beyond the limitations of space and time. Over the coming months, we will delve into the very essence of the Integral Yoga tradition...MORE
In this episode, Govind Das (codirector ofBhakti Yoga Shala) shares profound reflections on his recent visit to India, marking his 21st journey there. He emphasizes the spiritual richness of sacred places like Rishikesh and Vrindavan. The conversation delves into the significance of rituals and practices in connecting with the Divine, emphasizing the challenge of letting go of attachments as well as working with ego-driven narratives.
Huddled inside my heaviest winter coat at the edge of a pond, I watched as my coffee steam merged with misty clouds of my breath. At dawn the cranberry bog in coastal Massachusetts was an expanse of frozen sand and wiry tangles of russet vines; old snow scudded across the fields and collected in thin drifts at the pond’s edge. My dog, Zoë, a diminutive yet feisty Doberman Pinscher, ran sprints on the frozen path. I still felt the inner warmth of my morning meditation. MORE
