Podcasts about Bhakti yoga

✨ This concluding verse beautifully summarizes the essence of Bhakti Yoga — faith, devotion, and righteous living.Follow this podcast for more Bhagavad Gita chanting and spiritual wisdom.

✨ This verse teaches steadiness, contentment, and freedom from attachment — important qualities of Bhakti Yoga.Follow this podcast for the complete Bhakti Yoga (Chapter 12) series.

✨ This verse teaches equanimity and detachment — central qualities in Bhakti Yoga and spiritual maturity.Follow this podcast for the complete Bhakti Yoga (Chapter 12) series.

Niv guides you through 8 minutes of call and response chanting as you bathe your devotional awareness in the frequencies of Durga and Kaali. Think of Durga as the all encompassing avatar of Cosmic Shakti, the Ultimate Reality of Nature. And Kaali as the transcendental knowledge that liberates your mind.Om Maata Kaali, Kaali Durge Maa!Jai Maa.As you attune to their vibrational codes through singing their names aloud (with rapture!!), you naturally align your mind and body to your own highest creativity and inner-illumination. This is a powerful kind of spiritual food.Chanting begins at 5:58 Niv Rajendra is a spiritual health coach, Ayurvedic Practitioner and founder of the EMBODIED Ayurveda Programs. She offers an unmatched alternative to artists, visionaries and rebels seeking a life of extra-ordinary vitality and empowers them to live their most easeful and joyful lives for the long run. Niv's clients claim that working with her has helped them replenish their entire system: emotionally, spiritually, physically, and relationally. ✧ Read the health results possible for you based on previous client ROIs ⁠https://nivrajendra.com⁠✧ Apply to partner with Niv for 2026 https://nivrajendra.com/embodied-ayur...✧ Instagram: @yourhealthcompass✧ Facebook: Niv RajendraAs you attune to their vibrational codes through singing their names aloud, you naturally align your mind and body closer to their wisdom. This is a powerful kind of spiritual food.

How to travel in space, hearing stories from around the universe, appreciating Srila Prabhupada's genius & a lifetime's worth of timeless Vedic wisdom for us to relish. Just a handful of the topics from this episode. Gopala, Bhakta-rupa & Prema decide to pick up Srila Prabhupada's first book, "Easy Journey to Other Planets', and read through it on the podcast. Enjoy! Śrīla Prabhupāda: The yogī knows everything, and he can transfer himself to any planet he likes. He does not require the help of any spaceship.Feel free to send in a question you would like answered on the next episode of the podcast! All other platforms

Living off the land, cultivating the creeper of love in our heart & the benefits of being connected with nature.  Bhaktin Kim, the manager for the Ty Krishna Cymru Farm Project, shares her story of she found spiritual life, as well as how she became more connected to Mother Earth. Other topics include:•⁠  ⁠Working with nature•⁠  ⁠Farming as a metaphor for spiritual practice•⁠  ⁠Protecting our “bhakti creeper” in the early stages•⁠  ⁠Life Lessons from soil, seasons, and cultivationŚrīla Prabhupāda: Now, we must take to agricultural work—produce food and give protection to the cows. And if we produce a surplus, we can trade. It is a simple thing that we must do. Our people should live peacefully in farming villages, produce grain and fruit and vegetables, protect the cows, and work hard. And if there is a surplus, we can start restaurants. Kṛṣṇa conscious people will never be losers by following the instructions of Kṛṣṇa. They will live comfortably, without any material want, and tyaktvā dehaṁ punar janma naiti [Bhagavad-gītā 4.9]: After leaving this body they will go directly to God. This is our way of life.Feel free to send in a question you would like answered on the next episode of the podcast! All other platforms

In our lives, the phenomenon is there that when we don't have a clear idea, a clear goal, then we tend to tip over. Somebody will come along with an idea; we'll run off in one, or another direction. What's more, there's this feeling of urgency for all kinds of things—they all fall in the same category. You just have one little bowl, and you throw everything in there, and the marking on the side of the bowl says 'Urgent.' Every little thing can wake you up in the middle of the night saying, 'Urgent!' You forgot to write an email to such-and-such, and you think, "Well, they must hate me by now," and that becomes a burning cinder in your mind. We have to deal with the issue of balance in our life by becoming introspective and also working on our clarity of purpose, vision, and goals. This is a great time of year for it because we're in the first quarter. That means we've got three quarters left; that's exciting! I took this phrase from Seven Habits: 'Start with the end in mind.' What do you want it to do? Where do you want whatever you're doing to end up? What will it look like when you get there? Once you have that in mind, then set your goals. It's an antidote to the sense of disturbance. If we don't have a clear idea, then whatever comes up will be very disturbing. But you may notice that if you're intensely focused on doing something or going somewhere, even if there are disturbances, you might barely even notice them. There's an example given about this in the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, great literature on Bhakti Yoga. There was once an arrow maker who was sitting in his shop. He would hone the tips of the arrows and then use some special instruments to make sure they were perfectly straight. He was famous for his arrows; people used to purchase from him all the time because they were so perfectly balanced. One day, while he was in his shop, the King came through the city and passed by the arrow maker's shop. When a King goes by, there is fanfare: there were dancers, jugglers, flame-swallowers, music, bands. He went by in a palanquin carried by ornately dressed bearers; there were elephants—what a tumult! It took an hour to pass. Soon afterwards, the son of the arrow maker came running through the shop and said, "Did you see the King? Did you see the King?" The arrow maker said, "What King?" The son said, "He just passed by, right in front of your own shop!" He said, "I was unaware." Why was he unaware? Because he had one single-minded purpose, which was sharpening his arrows and doing his work. Therefore, he wasn't concerned—or wasn't even aware—that the King had passed through the town. So this is what's called in the Bhagavad-gītā 'The one-pointed attention': vyavasāyātmikā buddhiḥ. The intelligence is fixed, going in one direction to achieve the ultimate goal. Bhakti Yoga shows us how, if we're clear about the ultimate goal of life—what we are trying to get out of life, ultimately. I'm not talking just about some financial thing or a health goal we are working on—but why are we here in the first place? What does the end look like? Is there a purpose at the end for us to be focused on? If we have that in mind, we don't even note the disturbances that come to us when we're absorbed in the ultimate purpose of life. (0:28:18) ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://vaisesikadasayatra.blogspot.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025

reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, The Psychic Being — Soul: Its Nature, Mission and Evolution, Section 1 Meaning and Nature of the Psychic Being, pp. 41-42This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/04/24/psychic-love-a-flame-of-white-light/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net  The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #yoga #integral yoga #Bhakti Yoga #spirituality #love #vital love #psychic love

Edwin Bryant, author of Bhakti Yoga: Tales and Teachings from the Bhagavata Purana, returns to discuss this classical path of yoga centered around love and devotion for the Divine. Through stories from the Bhagavata Purana, the practices of Bhakti yoga engage us and open our heart.

What's standing between us and our genuine happiness isn't our circumstances, it's our false pride. Bhakti Yoga has a radical insight into this — and that the difficult moments of our lives, the humiliations, the losses, the things that knock us off our pedestal, are not punishments. They are invitations to let go of the false sense of self that was blocking us from what we actually want. In this episode Raghunath and Kaustubha explore that teaching through a stunning passage in the Srimad Bhagavatam, where Indra — the powerful king of the heavens — comes to Krishna in shame after his pride led him to his worst moment. And Krishna, in a gesture of remarkable tenderness, arranges their meeting privately so that Indra is not further humiliated. What Krishna was actually destroying was not Indra but his false pride — his failure to grasp his own true spiritual identity, which the text describes as throwing us into the violent currents of material existence. Our challenges are not punishments. They are here to reform us. Verses: SB 10.24.1-4 ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

What's standing between us and our genuine happiness isn't our circumstances, it's our false pride. Bhakti Yoga has a radical insight into this — and that the difficult moments of our lives, the humiliations, the losses, the things that knock us off our pedestal, are not punishments. They are invitations to let go of the false sense of self that was blocking us from what we actually want. In this episode Raghunath and Kaustubha explore that teaching through a stunning passage in the Srimad Bhagavatam, where Indra — the powerful king of the heavens — comes to Krishna in shame after his pride led him to his worst moment. And Krishna, in a gesture of remarkable tenderness, arranges their meeting privately so that Indra is not further humiliated. What Krishna was actually destroying was not Indra but his false pride — his failure to grasp his own true spiritual identity, which the text describes as throwing us into the violent currents of material existence. Our challenges are not punishments. They are here to reform us. Verses: SB 10.24.1-4 ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

What if the real reason your relationships, career, or leadership struggles exist… is because you don't truly understand people—including yourself?In this powerful motivational and inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with Ed Anobah—author, leadership expert, Speaker and Bhakti Yoga teacher—to break down one of the most overlooked keys to success: understanding people and personality types.This episode dives deep into self-improvement, leadership, relationships, and faith and motivation, revealing how your ability to understand human behavior can transform your life, career, and purpose.Ed shares how personality shapes decisions, communication, and success—and why misunderstanding people leads to conflict, failure, and frustration.If you've ever struggled with relationships, leadership, hiring the wrong people, or feeling stuck in life, this motivational and inspirational conversation will give you clarity, direction, and a new perspective.This is more than knowledge—this is a mindset shift that can change everything.Right now, many people are facing challenges like:Miscommunication in relationshipsStruggles in leadership and teamworkFeeling stuck or unclear about their purposeMaking wrong career or life decisionsThe truth is… most of these problems come from not understanding personality, behavior, and perspective.Press play now to unlock this motivational, inspirational, and life-changing conversation and start understanding people—and yourself—on a deeper level today.Ed's Contact Info:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edanobahPodcast: The Ed Anobah Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/edwardanobahSend us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd   TikTok: @realtalkregd  Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald  Website:  https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D  -  MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speech, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling.  Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`

Title of this lecture (speech): "INTELLECTUAL YOG (THE 5 KINDS OF YOGA: RajYoga, KarmaYoga, Gyan Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Hatha Yoga)". Speaker:

Discourse by Revered Dr. Swami Bhajanananda Saraswati given on 28 March 2026 at Kali Mandir Ramakrishna Ashram. Swamiji continues his series on the Principles of Bhakti Yoga, reading from the teachings of Narada Muni from the Srimad Bhagavatam, Skanda 51, Discourse 5 (translation by Swami Bhajanananda):   1.5.8 śrī-nārada uvāca bhavatānudita-prāyaḿ yaśo bhagavato 'malam yenaivāsau na tuṣyeta. manye tad darśanaḿ khilam Sri Narada said: "You have not praised the stainless glories of Bhagavan. This does not satisfy Him. I think such philosophy incomplete."   1.5.9 yathā dharmādayaś cārthā. muni-varyānukīrtitāḥ na tathā vāsudevasya mahimā hy anuvarṇitaḥ "You have repeatedly described dharma and the rest (dharma, kama, artha, moksha) as the goals, but although a great sage, have not described the glories of Vāsudeva."   1.5.10 na yad vacaś citra-padaḿ harer yaśo. jagat-pavitraḿ pragṛṇīta karhicit tad vāyasaḿ tīrtham uśanti mānasā. na yatra haḿsā niramanty uśik-kṣayāḥ "Words, however beautiful, that do not describe the glories of Hari, which purify the world, are places of pilgrimage to crows, and not to swans who take pleasure in transcendental bliss."   1.5.11 tad-vāg-visargo janatāgha-viplavo yasmin prati-ślokam abaddhavaty api nāmāny anantasya yaśo 'ńkitāni yat śṛṇvanti gāyanti gṛṇanti sādhavaḥ "But those words, however badly composed each verses is, that describe the names etc (name, form, abode, qualities, activities) of the Infinite, destroy the sins of all people. Such words are heard, sung, and accepted by sadhus."

This conversation explores a timeless tension in spiritual practice: rules that serve love, and rules that replace it. On this Ram Navami episode, Raghunath reflects on Lord Ram's appearance and follows that thread into a deeper exploration of Bhakti Yoga, Krishna, and the essence of spiritual wisdom. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam and the story of the wives of the brāhmaṇas — the wives of Vedic priests whose devotion to Krishna transcended ritual formalism — the episode uncovers how true devotion arises not from external performance but from a transformed consciousness. It weaves through themes of meditation, sacred community, and the power of spiritual association (sādhu-saṅga — the uplifting company of practitioners), while also addressing the reality of "material exhaustion" as a catalyst for spiritual awakening. Thoughtful, practical, and deeply rooted in Vedic wisdom, this conversation reveals how devotion matures, how Krishna draws the heart beyond duty into love, and how to carry that consciousness into everyday life. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

This conversation explores a timeless tension in spiritual practice: rules that serve love, and rules that replace it. On this Ram Navami episode, Raghunath reflects on Lord Ram's appearance and follows that thread into a deeper exploration of Bhakti Yoga, Krishna, and the essence of spiritual wisdom. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam and the story of the wives of the brāhmaṇas — the wives of Vedic priests whose devotion to Krishna transcended ritual formalism — the episode uncovers how true devotion arises not from external performance but from a transformed consciousness. It weaves through themes of meditation, sacred community, and the power of spiritual association (sādhu-saṅga — the uplifting company of practitioners), while also addressing the reality of "material exhaustion" as a catalyst for spiritual awakening. Thoughtful, practical, and deeply rooted in Vedic wisdom, this conversation reveals how devotion matures, how Krishna draws the heart beyond duty into love, and how to carry that consciousness into everyday life. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga shines a light on a simple but revealing truth: not all priests are equal, and not all beggars are the same—their consciousness shapes everything. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha share decades of experience traveling through India's holy places, offering humorous and insightful stories of spiritual teachers, temple priests, pilgrims, and street encounters that reveal how devotion actually lives in the real world. Some uplift, some obstruct, and some surprise you entirely. Beneath the humor is a deeper reflection on Vedic wisdom, meditation, and spiritual philosophy: when we become absorbed in externals—rituals, roles, identity—we can miss the essence of spiritual life. Real transformation comes when devotion awakens and Krishna becomes the center. This episode invites listeners to reflect on their own path and ask: is my presence helping others connect—or getting in the way? ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

When worldly identities fade and external things lose their shine, Vedic wisdom points us back to what is steady—our relationship with Krishna and the deeper level of consciousness. In this episode of the Wisdom of the Sages podcast, through humor, honesty, and spiritual wisdom, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how Bhakti Yoga transforms the heart, how relationships become healthier when centered on purpose, and how devotion gives meaning to every season of life—even as everything else changes. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam's story of the wives of the brāhmaṇas — the wives of the Vedic priests — they reveal how sincere devotion awakens beyond ritual and how hearing about Krishna reshapes our inner world. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

When worldly identities fade and external things lose their shine, Vedic wisdom points us back to what is steady—our relationship with Krishna and the deeper level of consciousness. In this episode of the Wisdom of the Sages podcast, through humor, honesty, and spiritual wisdom, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how Bhakti Yoga transforms the heart, how relationships become healthier when centered on purpose, and how devotion gives meaning to every season of life—even as everything else changes. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam's story of the wives of the brāhmaṇas — the wives of the Vedic priests — they reveal how sincere devotion awakens beyond ritual and how hearing about Krishna reshapes our inner world. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga shines a light on a simple but revealing truth: not all priests are equal, and not all beggars are the same—their consciousness shapes everything. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha share decades of experience traveling through India's holy places, offering humorous and insightful stories of spiritual teachers, temple priests, pilgrims, and street encounters that reveal how devotion actually lives in the real world. Some uplift, some obstruct, and some surprise you entirely. Beneath the humor is a deeper reflection on Vedic wisdom, meditation, and spiritual philosophy: when we become absorbed in externals—rituals, roles, identity—we can miss the essence of spiritual life. Real transformation comes when devotion awakens and Krishna becomes the center. This episode invites listeners to reflect on their own path and ask: is my presence helping others connect—or getting in the way? ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Revered Dr. Swami Bhajanananda Saraswati continues his series on the Principles of Bhakti Yoga, reading from the teachings of Kapila Muni in the Srimad Bhagavatam, Skanda 3, Discourse 28 (translation by Swami Bhajanananda): 1. śrī-bhagavān uvāca yogasya lakṣaṇaṁ vakṣye sabījasya nṛpātmaje mano yenaiva vidhinā prasannaṁ yāti sat-patham  The Blessed Lord said: "O princess, I shall describe the authorized system of yoga, by the practice of which one's mind becomes joyful and advances on the path of Truth." 2. sva-dharmācaraṇaṁ śaktyā vidharmāc ca nivartanam daivāl labdhena santoṣa ātmavic-caraṇārcanam "One must perform one's dharma with all one's strength and avoided prohibited actions. One should be satisfied with what one has through destiny  and worship the lotus feet of the Self-realized." 3. grāmya-dharma-nivṛttiś ca mokṣa-dharma-ratis tathā mita-medhyādanaṁ śaśvad vivikta-kṣema-sevanam "Giving up worldly activities one should then develop a taste for activates that lead to liberation. One should always eat pure food in moderation and stay in a secluded and peaceful dwelling." 4. ahiṁsā satyam asteyaṁ  yāvad-artha-parigrahaḥ brahmacaryaṁ tapaḥ śaucaṁ svādhyāyaḥ puruṣārcanam "One should practice nonviolence, truthfulness, non-stealing, possessing only what is necessary, celibacy, austerity, cleanliness, self-study, and worship of the Supreme Person." 5. maunaṁ sad-āsana-jayaḥ sthairyaṁ prāṇa-jayaḥ śanaiḥ pratyāhāraś cendriyāṇāṁ viṣayān manasā hṛdi "One should practice silence, attain mastery of a proper and steady posture, control the breath/prana, gradually withdraw the senses from sense-objects, and focus the mind on the heart." 6. sva-dhiṣṇyānām eka-deśe manasā prāṇa-dhāraṇam vaikuṇṭha-līlābhidhyānaṁ samādhānaṁ tathātmanaḥ "One should fix the mind and prana  in one place in a chakra in the body and meditate upon the pastimes of Lord of Vaikunta and thus become absorbed in the self." 7. etair anyaiś ca pathibhir mano duṣṭam asat-patham buddhyā yuñjīta śanakair jita-prāṇo hy atandritaḥ "By these and other ways  this wicked mind on the path of illusion must be gradually controlled by the intelligence and one's prana should be carefully focused." 8. śucau deśe pratiṣṭhāpya vijitāsana āsanam tasmin svasti samāsīna ṛju-kāyaḥ samabhyaset "Spreading a proper seat in a pure place and sitting in an easy posture, with body erect , engage in practice." 9. prāṇasya śodhayen mārgaṁ pūra-kumbhaka-recakaiḥ pratikūlena vā cittaṁ yathā sthiram acañcalam "One should purify the passages of prana by inhaling, retaining and exhaling and then reversing the process , thus making the mind-stuff (cittam yathā) steady and unwavering." 10. mano 'cirāt syād virajaṁ jita-śvāsasya yoginaḥ vāyv-agnibhyāṁ yathā lohaṁ dhmātaṁ tyajati vai malam "When a yogi's breath is thus controlled then the mind is soon freed from disturbance, just like gold in an air-fanned fire becomes free of impurities." 11. prāṇāyāmair dahed doṣān dhāraṇābhiś ca kilbiṣān pratyāhāreṇa saṁsargān dhyānenānīśvarān guṇān "Through pranayama, one overcomes faults; by concentration, sins; by withdrawal of the mind, worldliness; and by meditation, ungodly qualities." 12. yadā manaḥ svaḿ virajaḿ yogena susamāhitam kāṣṭhāḿ bhagavato dhyāyet sva-nāsāgrāvalokanaḥ "When one's mind is purified by yoga, gazing at the tip of the nose, with full concentration one should meditate upon the Supreme Lord." ____________ 34. evaḿ harau bhagavati pratilabdha-bhāvo bhaktyā dravad-dhṛdaya utpulakaḥ pramodāt autkaṇṭhya-bāṣpa-kalayā muhur ardyamānas tac cāpi citta-baḍiśaḿ śanakair viyuńkte T"hus one will develop intense love for Bhagavan Hari, the heart will melt, hairs stand erect from excessive joy and tears will flow constantly from one's eyes due to longing . Thus overcome , the mind, which has acted as a hook, begins to withdraw."

When the externals of spiritual practice become the focus, we can forget what they were meant to uncover—becoming religious while losing touch with the spiritual. In this episode, a powerful insight from Albert Einstein leads into a deep exploration of Bhakti Yoga, Vedic wisdom, and the nature of consciousness. Through a story from the Srimad Bhagavatam, the contrast between the ritualistic brāhmaṇas (priests) and their wives reveals a timeless truth: while the learned can miss Krishna through absorption in technique, those with simple, sincere devotion recognize Him immediately. This conversation brings spiritual philosophy into real life, showing how meditation, ritual, and yoga are meant to awaken love, humility, and devotion—not become ends in themselves. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

When the externals of spiritual practice become the focus, we can forget what they were meant to uncover—becoming religious while losing touch with the spiritual. In this episode, a powerful insight from Albert Einstein leads into a deep exploration of Bhakti Yoga, Vedic wisdom, and the nature of consciousness. Through a story from the Srimad Bhagavatam, the contrast between the ritualistic brāhmaṇas (priests) and their wives reveals a timeless truth: while the learned can miss Krishna through absorption in technique, those with simple, sincere devotion recognize Him immediately. This conversation brings spiritual philosophy into real life, showing how meditation, ritual, and yoga are meant to awaken love, humility, and devotion—not become ends in themselves. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga and Vedic wisdom uncover a profound insight: every human desire—even those that seem misguided—is ultimately a search for Krishna and the soul's lost connection with divine love. Beginning with a striking quote about misplaced longing, this episode explores how all pursuits—whether through relationships, success, or even darker paths—reflect a deeper hunger for meaning, connection, and fulfillment. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam, Raghunath and Kaustubha explain how spiritual wisdom transforms desire rather than suppressing it, leading from confusion to clarity, from craving to devotion. The conversation also highlights the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose pure love for Krishna represents the pinnacle of consciousness and devotion—offering a window into the highest ideals of Bhakti Yoga and the true purpose of life. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga and Vedic wisdom uncover a profound insight: every human desire—even those that seem misguided—is ultimately a search for Krishna and the soul's lost connection with divine love. Beginning with a striking quote about misplaced longing, this episode explores how all pursuits—whether through relationships, success, or even darker paths—reflect a deeper hunger for meaning, connection, and fulfillment. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam, Raghunath and Kaustubha explain how spiritual wisdom transforms desire rather than suppressing it, leading from confusion to clarity, from craving to devotion. The conversation also highlights the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose pure love for Krishna represents the pinnacle of consciousness and devotion—offering a window into the highest ideals of Bhakti Yoga and the true purpose of life. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here:https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here: https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here:https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here:https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

Rev. Dr. Swami Bhajanananda Saraswati continues his  series of discourses on the Principles of Bhakti Yoga, followed by arati and Ramnam Sankirtan.  Swamiji expands on the pillars of dharma discussed in last week's class, focusing on truthfulness, compassion, desire, and company.  

Many people ask: What actually happens in a session with Wolfgang?In this video, Wolfgang from Tools for Ascension explains how his personal spiritual sessions work and what you can expect if you decide to book one.Rather than acting as a traditional psychic reader or clairvoyant, Wolfgang focuses on helping people connect directly with their own higher guidance while activating and stabilizing Kundalini energy.Sessions are designed to create insight, unblock energy, and accelerate spiritual awakening.What happens during a session• meeting live on zoom• session recording and ai summary afterwards• discussion of your current life situation• exploration of your spiritual path and practices• identifying energetic or emotional blockages• kundalini activation and higher self connectionTopics we may explore include:• life purpose and spiritual direction• astrology basics such as sun sign and ascendant• relationship patterns and family dynamics• past trauma and emotional healing• meditation and spiritual practices• health, diet, and physical energy• work and life path challenges• unusual spiritual experiences or awakening symptomsThe goal of a session is not dependency on a teacher, but awakening your own inner guidance system.About WolfgangWolfgang was born in postwar Germany and studied fine art at one of the country's most respected academies. He also studied western philosophy at postgraduate level.His spiritual path took him across the Silk Road to Nepal and later into long periods living in ashrams. He spent over a decade immersed in spiritual communities, including six years in Mumbai studying Bhakti Yoga.Wolfgang has explored many traditions and practices including:• kundalini yoga• chi gong• meditation and rebirthing• hands on healing• crystal work• sweat lodges and fire walking• invocation and guided meditationToday he creates guided meditations and spiritual teachings that support healers, empaths, starseeds, and people experiencing spiritual awakening.Some viewers resonate strongly with these practices and choose to work with Wolfgang in one-on-one sessions where deeper transformation can happen quickly.e-mail Wolfgang for appointments: https://www.wolfgangarndt8@gmail.comFree Pendulum Chart: https://www.toolsforascensionbywolfgang.com/resources/https://www.facebook.com/The-Gaia-Eagle-Wolf-Healing-Circlewebsite: https://www.toolsforascensionbywolfgang.com/YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@toolsforascensionbyWolfganghttps://www.facebook.com/The-Gaia-Eagle-Wolf-Healing-CircleInstagram https://www.instagram.com/wolfgangarndt1#kundaliniawakening#spiritualawakening#kundaliniactivation#spiritualcoaching#energyhealing#higherself#spiritualguidance#kundaliniyoga#energywork#consciousnessawakening#spiritualmentor#empathawakening#starseedawakening#meditationteacher#toolsforascension#SpiritualGrounding #Calm #Meditation #Mindfulness #InnerPeace #Spirituality #Healing #EnergyHealing

 In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack a controversial passage from the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam — the ancient Sanskrit text of Vedic wisdom centered on Krishna and the path of Bhakti Yoga. The story describes Krishna interacting with the gopīs of Vrindavan — the cowherd women whose consciousness was completely absorbed in devotion to Him. At first glance the scene appears morally troubling, but the sages explain that it reveals a deeper spiritual principle: divine love exists beyond ordinary moral frameworks. Along the way the discussion moves between the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, the Bhagavad Gita, Shakespeare, and classic jazz love songs, showing how even great romantic lyrics can echo the bhakti insight that the deepest love longs to give everything. In Bhakti Yoga this is called ātma-nivedanam, the complete offering of oneself to the Divine — and when devotion reaches that level, Krishna reciprocates and awakens the soul's highest consciousness. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Lisa Miller, Ph.D. is a professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, and the bestselling author of The Awakened Brain. Her work beautifully bridges science and spirituality, exploring how an awakened spiritual life can support resilience, meaning, and a deeper connection to what is sacred in everyday life. We are honored to include this conversation as part of the 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference, a global gathering exploring the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, the conference offers a heartfelt space for wisdom, reflection, devotion, and connection. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and sacred community. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this gathering is a beautiful invitation to explore the path of love together.

The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here: https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

Hosted by ‪@happyjackyoga at the Bhakti Yoga Conference 2026, this beautiful conversation with HH Krishna Kshetra Swami explores multi-species community through the lens of bhakti-yoga. Drawing from the Bhagavad-gita, Srimad-Bhagavatam, and the principle of ahimsa, Maharaja invites us to expand our understanding of sacred community by seeing all living beings as spiritual souls, each one part of Krishna's creation. Reflecting on cows, companion animals, compassion, and the lived practice of nonviolence, this session offers a meaningful invitation into deeper Krishna consciousness through humility, sincere inquiry, and reverence for all beings. This conversation is part of the 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference, a global gathering exploring the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Featuring monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, the conference is a heartfelt offering of wisdom, devotion, and connection for all who feel called to the path of love. Register free here: https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

Explore Bhakti Yoga, spiritual friendship, and sacred community with S.B. Keshava Swami and Rev. Dr. Teddy Hickman-Maynard in this beautiful opening gathering of the 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference, filmed live at Harvard Divinity School. In this inspiring session, devotion, love, and spiritual relationships are explored as essential parts of walking the path of Bhakti Yoga together. The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference brings together renowned monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders around one heartfelt theme: Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Through wisdom teachings and meaningful dialogue, this gathering explores how devotion, friendship, and spiritual connection can support and deepen our path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path centered on cultivating a personal relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and sacred community. The opening session is hosted at Harvard Divinity School, and the closing session is hosted at the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies. Register free here: https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

 In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack a controversial passage from the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam — the ancient Sanskrit text of Vedic wisdom centered on Krishna and the path of Bhakti Yoga. The story describes Krishna interacting with the gopīs of Vrindavan — the cowherd women whose consciousness was completely absorbed in devotion to Him. At first glance the scene appears morally troubling, but the sages explain that it reveals a deeper spiritual principle: divine love exists beyond ordinary moral frameworks. Along the way the discussion moves between the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, the Bhagavad Gita, Shakespeare, and classic jazz love songs, showing how even great romantic lyrics can echo the bhakti insight that the deepest love longs to give everything. In Bhakti Yoga this is called ātma-nivedanam, the complete offering of oneself to the Divine — and when devotion reaches that level, Krishna reciprocates and awakens the soul's highest consciousness. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

After witnessing a man drown in the Ganges during the Holi festival in Rishikesh, Kaustubha shares a sobering reflection on death, prayer, and the fragile nature of material life. In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, he and Raghunath explore how the teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam help us confront mortality with clarity and spiritual perspective. But the same sacred text that reminds us of life's temporary nature also opens a window into the highest transcendence. As the discussion moves into the famous pastime of Krishna stealing the garments of the gopīs, the hosts examine a profound distinction drawn by mystics like Rumi—the difference between immorality and a realm beyond morality. In the spiritual world of Vrindavan, divine love is entirely selfless and pure, revealing a reality that transcends the ethical struggles of this world. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

After witnessing a man drown in the Ganges during the Holi festival in Rishikesh, Kaustubha shares a sobering reflection on death, prayer, and the fragile nature of material life. In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, he and Raghunath explore how the teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam help us confront mortality with clarity and spiritual perspective. But the same sacred text that reminds us of life's temporary nature also opens a window into the highest transcendence. As the discussion moves into the famous pastime of Krishna stealing the garments of the gopīs, the hosts examine a profound distinction drawn by mystics like Rumi—the difference between immorality and a realm beyond morality. In the spiritual world of Vrindavan, divine love is entirely selfless and pure, revealing a reality that transcends the ethical struggles of this world. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga wisdom from the Srimad Bhagavatam, one of the foundational texts of Vedic philosophy, meets a powerful reflection from Henry David Thoreau about shaping the "atmosphere through which we look." In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how spiritual practice refines the lens of consciousness itself. Their discussion leads to the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose hearts and minds were completely absorbed in Krishna, whom the Srimad Bhagavatam presents as the highest example of devotion in bhakti yoga. From Thoreau's call to simplify life to reflections on sacred places like Govardhan Hill, the conversation explores how devotion, meditation, and spiritual wisdom transform the way we perceive the world and deepen our relationship with the Divine. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

Bhakti Yoga wisdom from the Srimad Bhagavatam, one of the foundational texts of Vedic philosophy, meets a powerful reflection from Henry David Thoreau about shaping the "atmosphere through which we look." In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how spiritual practice refines the lens of consciousness itself. Their discussion leads to the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose hearts and minds were completely absorbed in Krishna, whom the Srimad Bhagavatam presents as the highest example of devotion in bhakti yoga. From Thoreau's call to simplify life to reflections on sacred places like Govardhan Hill, the conversation explores how devotion, meditation, and spiritual wisdom transform the way we perceive the world and deepen our relationship with the Divine. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

in a live interview at SpiritFest in Virginia Beach, we sit down with Jadardana Krishna Das to explore what it really means to live as a monk in the Hare Krishna tradition, and why spiritual life doesn't have to mean walking away from the world He shares the vision behind a 70-acre eco-village outside Atlanta designed as a hybrid retreat, monastery, and self-sustaining community where anyone, from curious weekenders to full-immersion seekers, can experience a grounded, practical path to spiritual living  The Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

In this episode of Hidden Wisdom, Meghan Farner sits down with spiritual teacher and former military chaplain Phil McLemore to explore the profound idea that Jesus' teachings reflect the same principles found in the ancient yoga traditions. This conversation examines meditation, divine nature, Christ consciousness, and the difference between a “deficiency model” and a “wholeness model” of spiritual growth.You'll learn:Why yoga is far more than physical posturesThe difference between religion about Christ and union with ChristWhat “Christ consciousness” really meansWhy Jesus may have practiced deep contemplative prayer or meditationThe four classic yogic paths and how Jesus embodied themHow spiritual rebirth differs from guilt-based repentanceThis conversation invites listeners to rediscover a mystical dimension of Christianity that focuses less on shame and more on awakening to the divine nature within.If you're interested in Christian mysticism, meditation, Christ consciousness, and spiritual awakening within a Christ-centered framework, this episode will expand your perspective.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to the episode and Phil McLemore 02:40 – Why this conversation is about “The Yoga of Christ” 03:45 – Phil's spiritual crisis and health journey 05:30 – Discovering meditation and yoga for healing 07:00 – The identity crisis: Christian or yogi? 08:20 – A prophetic blessing that shaped Phil's path 10:40 – The dilemma of two different views of Jesus 13:10 – Authentic Christianity as relationship with the living Christ 15:30 – Repentance as transformation of mind and heart 17:00 – Seeking truth across spiritual traditions 18:30 – The insight: “Take my yoke” and the meaning of yoga 21:00 – Christ consciousness and spiritual rebirth 23:30 – Two models of salvation: deficiency vs wholeness 26:30 – Why shame-based spirituality struggles to transform people 28:00 – The pearl of great price and our divine nature 30:00 – Rediscovering the lost mysticism of Christianity 33:00 – The question: What is the yoga of Jesus? 34:30 – The four classical paths of yoga explained 35:00 – Bhakti Yoga: the path of love and devotion 36:20 – Karma Yoga: the path of selfless service 37:30 – Jnana Yoga: the path of wisdom and knowledge 38:30 – Raja Yoga: the path of meditation 39:30 – Why Jesus embodied all four yogic paths 41:00 – Did Jesus practice meditation? 42:30 – Communion with God and the practice of non-attachment Questions about Return to the Garden? Sign up for a free discovery call! Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Coming Spring 2026! Pathway programs, community, library, events and more! Join the waitlist for updates, sneak peeks, and discounts!

From Tibetan Buddhism to Bhakti Yoga, Raghu and author Vincent Thibault explore reshaping the mind in our chaotic world.Grab a copy of Vincent's book: Overflow: A Buddhist Guide to Recovering Sanity in the Age of Information Overload | Vincent ThibaultThis time on Mindrolling, Raghu and Vincent journey through:Vincent's early exposure to literature and the roots of his interest in Eastern philosophy and contemplative traditionsNavigating digital overwhelm and content overload in the modern ageHow busyness and productivity culture can numb us to collective sufferingParkour: a physical, artistic, and spiritually metaphorical discipline Suffering as a path to transformation and a deeper connection with GodDrawing connections across many different wisdom traditionsPositive attachment versus attachment that traps usThose who inspire the trust of our own pure mindsTibetan Buddhist traditions and the value of learning from multiple teachersRaghu's lineage of Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotionThe Tibetan translation of devotion: interested humilityTraining the mind, training the heart, and learning to relate to both inner and outer phenomena Learn more about Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche HERE and check out his book on karmaAbout Vincent Thibault:A man of ideas and actions, an amazed traveller, and a defender of what could be called lucid optimism, Vincent Thibault is a Quebec writer and screenwriter. Vincent's writing takes on many forms, including fantasy, psychological or adventure novels, comic or dramatic scenarios, travel stories, literary short stories, philosophical essays, and translations of Buddhist texts. While his work is incredibly diverse, it revolves around the same key themes: integrity, the quest for wisdom, the relationship to uncertainty, the reconciliation between tradition and modernity, and the power of benevolence in a noisy and busy world.Check out more of Vincent's writing on his website which includes both a French and English section. You can also keep up with Vincent on Facebook. “Be it just on the cushion for a few minutes a day, if you find a way to make that switch and see difficulties as opportunities, then you can slowly learn to turn everything into the path of enlightenment.” –Vincent ThibaultSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textIn this episode of The Magick Kitchen Podcast, we're joined by Katie Ness, a witch and priestess whose practice weaves goddess devotion, ancestral connection, and folk magic through the living art of poetry. We talk about “word witchery” as a spiritual path, how listening and silence shape devotional language, and why poetry belongs to everyone, not only trained writers. Katie shares how her earliest experiences with spirit and grief became a lifelong practice of writing to the liminal, and we explore practical ways to begin, even if you think you are not creative. We also touch on sacred land, voice, and the healing of expression.Find Katie Ness at instagram.com/katie_wild_witchLoose-leaf Tea and Sacred Apothecary A Five-Day Audio Program to Clear the Noise and Transform Your Practice. This is where serious Witches belong. The Witch's Reset exists for witches who are done dabbling,who are ready to stop circling the work and step into competence, coherence, and embodied trust.  https://leandrawitchwood.com/witchs_reset The Healing Our Feminine Wounding Immersive is a sacred retreat devoted to untangling inherited shame, silence, and survival patterns carried in the feminine body. Through ritual, reflection, and land based temple arts, we work gently and honestly with what has been passed down so that a truer, steadier way of being can emerge. Sacred Wild Wednesdays is a live weekly gathering with Elyse Welles featuring tarot readings for participants, magickal musings, and grounded spiritual teaching. Held in real time, this space offers guidance, perspective, and connection for those walking the Path of the Sacred Wild.Support the Podcast!

We recently completed Chapter 6 of the Bhagavad Gita — a raw and honest moment where Arjuna admits, "My mind is more restless than the wind." But before we dive into Chapter 7 (where everything shifts), I want to pause and explore an important question that naturally arises right here: How do the yogic teachings on Ananda (bliss) compare to the Christian understanding of grace — and why do these two paths feel so different in the body? This episode is a bridge — between effort and surrender, empowerment and comfort, self-regulation and devotion — as we explore this question from a comparative, academic, and curious lens.  This is not to prescribe belief, but to deepen understanding and set the stage for what's coming next in the Gita.

It's Chapter Six of the Bhagavad Gita, where everything starts to get real. After five chapters of philosophy and frameworks, Krishna now turns to practice—specifically the challenges of meditation, discipline, and staying steady on your spiritual path. If your mind feels too restless to meditate... if you wonder whether your practice actually counts... or if you've ever feared you're "doing it wrong"—this chapter will soothe your soul.