Podcasts about swami satchidananda

In this, the second of the two part series, Nalanie continues to discuss the ego and the Self, and she answers two important questions: How to deal with anger and what is the best way to find the Self.  Recorded at Aum Yoga, Marbella , (https://aumyogamarbella.com) on the 26th April 2025.

In this powerful and uplifting talk, Swami Satchidananda reminds us that true peace in the world begins with peace in our own hearts. Drawing from timeless yogic wisdom, he shares how cultivating inner tranquility is not only the key to personal fulfillment, but the only way we can genuinely contribute to harmony around us. With clarity and compassion, he emphasizes the vital role of self-discipline as the bridge to self-mastery and lasting inner peace. This episode offers both inspiration and practical guidance for those who long to be instruments of peace in a turbulent world. For more information please visit: www.linktr.ee/swamisatchidanandaofficial and www.linktr.ee/integralyogainternational

The Beginning Of Me is about the ego.  By reference to the ancient Hindu scriptures - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, The Bhagavad Gita, and The Upanishads - Nalanie explores the subject of the ego and explains how to rise above it and identify with the Higher Self.  Part one of a two-part series. Recorded at Aum Yoga, Marbella, on the 26th April, 2025.

Do you know what your purpose in life is?  It doesn't have to be a vocation or career, it can be something simple like being kind and generous.  It can also be to use the talent or talents you have been given.  Here' Nalanie gives some examples and guidance on how to find your purpose...Recorded at Finca Ananda (www.fincaananda.com) on the 3rd April, 2025.

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode, host Todd McLaughlin is joined by Reverend Jaganath Carrera and Margabandhu Martarano, two esteemed figures in the world of yoga, both sharing a profound bond through their shared teacher, Swami Satchidananda. This episode explores their individual journeys of how they met, their teaching philosophies, and how they have built thriving communities over decades of dedicated practice. Reverend Jaganath and Margabandhu offer their wisdom, emphasizing the importance of community within yoga and how it contributes to personal growth and enlightenment.Visit Rev. Jaganath here: https://www.yogalifecenter.org/Visit Margabandhu on his website: https://iyinj.org/Key Takeaways:The value of friendship and community in yoga is immense, often guiding personal and collective growth.Teaching philosophy inspired by Swami Satchidananda emphasizes fostering understanding and personal transformation rather than dictating behavior.Maintaining a spiritual practice and community support can significantly impact personal well-being and spiritual advancement.Humor and cultural understanding play significant roles in developing and sustaining long-term spiritual associations.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

Send us a textReverend Jaganath Carrera is a renowned yoga practitioner, teacher, and author with nearly 50 years of dedication to the path of yoga. He studied under the esteemed Swami Satchidananda, an iconic pioneering force in bringing yoga to the West and founder of the Integral Yoga Institute. Reverend Jaganath is recognized for his insightful translations and interpretations of the Yoga Sutras, most notably authoring "Inside the Yoga Sutras." As an Integral Yoga minister, he has been pivotal in advancing the understanding and practice of yoga philosophy, also serving as a revered mentor and teacher to many in the field.Visit him on his website: https://www.yogalifecenter.org/Key Takeaways:Reverend Jaganath Carrera's introduction to yoga was sparked by Richard Hittleman's television program, further deepened upon exposure to Swami Satchidananda's teachings."Inside the Yoga Sutras" was created as a response to a call for modern interpretations, aiming to update and simplify the complex language of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.The essence of yoga lies in a harmonious relationship with nature, fostering experiences and realizations that lead to enlightenment.Reverend Jaganath emphasizes the power of humility and service in spiritual practice, viewing life as a continuous opportunity for learning and sharing wisdom.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

Send us a textMargabandhu Martarano is an esteemed yoga teacher with over 50 years of experience. He has been at the helm of the Integral Yoga Institute in New Jersey, where he has dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Integral Yoga. As a direct disciple of Swami Satchidananda, Margabandhu has been influential in teaching yoga and pranayama across diverse environments, including prisons, psychiatric wards, and schools for children with autism. He is also an herbalist, a massage therapist, and has provided guidance in acupressure and reflexology. His holistic approach integrates multiple facets of Eastern wellness and healing practices.Visit Margabandhu on his website: https://iyinj.org/Key Takeaways:Margabandhu emphasizes the powerful healing effects of pranayama, sharing personal stories of recovery and resilience.His teachings are rooted in a comprehensive approach to yoga that embraces postures, breathing, meditation, and diet.He highlights the importance of holistic health, having effectively taught diverse groups, including inmates and autistic children through yoga and pranayama.Margabandhu shares insights into the life and philosophy of Swami Satchidananda and his influence on yoga in the West, particularly during the 1960s.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

Is lasting peace and joy possible? In this illuminating talk, Swami Satchidananda reveals why chasing after external pleasures can never bring true fulfillment—they offer only fleeting happiness. He explains how real, unshakable peace and joy come from within, from the very source of all existence, which he calls the God or peace within. Discover how to stop seeking outside and turn inward to find the boundless peace that is already yours. Ⓟ© 2025 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / For more information please visit: www.linktr.ee/swamisatchidanandaofficial and www.linktr.ee/integralyogainternational This audio of Sri Swami Satchidananda is copyrighted by Satchidananda Ashram. Feel free to share this audio as long as it is not altered in any way and is shared in the spirit of respect for Swami Satchidananda's teachings. Om Shanti.

Where to start?  Here, Nalanie explains the simple steps anyone can take towards a peaceful and beautiful life in Spirit.  Recorded at Finca Ananda, Spain on the 30th January, 2025.  

Nalanie discusses and demonstrates the effectiveness of using the breath to calm the mind - a useful tool when attempting meditation.  The recording includes some short guided meditations.  Recorded at The Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 22nd January, 2025.  The rights to all images and music used remain with the originators.

In this transformative episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, hosts Harmony Slater and Russell Case are joined by legendary yoga teacher and author, Tias Little. With decades of experience and a deep understanding of the spiritual path, Tias shares his journey, beginning with his introduction to yoga by his mother in the 1970s. Raised in a family immersed in comparative religion, Tias integrates the psycho-spiritual aspects of yoga into his practice and teaching, blending Buddhist psychology and the ancient wisdom of asana. Listeners will be captivated as Tias delves into the mysterious forces of prana, the subtle body, and how yoga is so much more than physical postures. He explains how breath, meditation, and movement align to release deep-seated stress and tension in the body, leading to greater awareness and connection to the self. Tias also invites listeners to explore the inner asana—what happens at a deeper level during practice, beyond the forms. Tias shares personal insights into the progression of yoga from physical rigor to inner stillness, offering wisdom on how practitioners can refine their sensitivity and explore the subtle rhythms of life. This episode also highlights Tias's upcoming Yoga of the Subtle Body training, which provides a unique opportunity to study with a master teacher and deepen your connection to the subtler aspects of yoga. Key Takeaways: The importance of prana and subtle body awareness in yoga Integrating meditative states into physical asana practice The progression from athletic postures to subtle, internal work How breath and movement connect us to life's rhythms The significance of slowing down and refining sensitivity in practice About Tias Little: Tias Little is a renowned yoga teacher and the author of Yoga of the Subtle Body. He has been teaching and practicing for over 30 years, blending Eastern philosophies with his deep understanding of the human body and subtle anatomy. Tias has studied with luminaries such as Robert Thurman and Swami Satchidananda, and his teachings integrate both the physical and meditative aspects of yoga. His work has inspired thousands of practitioners to explore the deeper dimensions of their practice. Tias teaches through his Santa Fe-based Prajna Yoga and offers online courses, including the Yoga of the Subtle Body training. Learn with Tias Little: Free Teaching from Yoga of the Subtle Body: https://www.shambhala.com/courses/yoga-of-the-subtle-body-free-teaching-sign-up/#a_aid=harmonyslater&a_cid=421e692d Yoga of the Subtle Body Cours: https://courses.shambhala.com/yoga-of-the-subtle-body/#a_aid=harmonyslater&a_cid=421e692d Website: Prajna Yoga Instagram: @prajnayogatraining Connect with Harmony and Russell: Website: Finding Harmony Podcast Instagram: @harmonyslateryoga | @russellcaseyoga

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Swami Satchidananda gives a talk that begins with an explanation about what renunciation means and how when we renounce our identification with the “small self” we are able to realize the Infinite Self. Through an analogy, he shares the real key to true peace and joy in life and freedom from all suffering. Ⓟ© 2024 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / For more information please visit: www.linktr.ee/swamisatchidanandaofficial and www.linktr.ee/integralyogainternational

In sorting through my finances as part of the end of the Australian financial year I've realised I'm slightly short of a (self) impressing target. Why? This Goddess might have the answer!Also this episode, a reminder that my Business Breakthrough Retreat I'm co-hosting with Laura Petrie has just one DAY left to access the 5-part payment plan! All the info is here: www.amymcdonald.com.au/novemberReferences:‘Finding the Joy in Self-Discipline', Swami Satchidananda, https://integralyogamagazine.org/finding-the-joy-in-self-discipline/ accessed 9 July, 2024Sign up for Patreon and catch the rest of this episode here: patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Get the full show notes here: https://antiaginghacks.net/podcast/radha-metro-midliff-yogic-lifestyle/ Radha Metro-Midkiff, Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute New York, brings extensive experience in yoga and business. Raised in Yogaville under Sri Swami Satchidananda, she attended the Integral Yoga School from 1st to 12th grade. Certified as a Hatha and Raja Yoga instructor at 18, she is one of four individuals to receive Dharma confirmation directly from Swami Satchidananda. Here are our topics of discussion: [1:22] Get to Know Radha Metro-Midkiff's Yoga Journey [7:17] Benefits of Yoga for the Human Body [15:16] The Importance of Yogic Life and Meditation [19:38] Understanding Karma in Yogic Teachings [23:27] The Yogic Lifestyle for Beginners [29:31] Benefits of Morning Meditation [31:52] Meditation and Enlightenment [36:30] Understanding Life's Challenges [41:03] Navigating Unhappy Phases in Life [48:10] Simple Tips for Daily Calmness [50:16] Connect with Radha Metro-Midkiff

Swami Satchidananda explains that happiness is our True Nature and when we seek happiness outside of ourselves we will only be disappointed. He shows how a contented mind, a mind that runs after no one or nothing, brings everything. Ⓟ© 2024 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. For more information please visit: www.linktr.ee/swamisatchidanandaofficial and www.linktr.ee/integralyogainternational

Before we get to the interview, a message from Anne:‘Hosting this podcast and interviewing all these amazing people has been such an enriching experience, and I had no idea the impact it would have on me and my listeners. With every conversation, I feel changed by my guests' stories. Because it is stories that stay with us, that and how people made us feel.'  On that note, dear listener, can you please do me a favour?If you enjoy Out of the Clouds, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps make it stand out and will support booking of upcoming guests.'Episode NotesKnown in the yoga world as THE teachers' teacher, Annie Carpenter (@anniecarpentersmartflow) shares her story with Anne, who has been an avid student, first via online platform Glo.com, before attending live Zoom classes and IRL workshops with her in 2022. Annie's journey starts in Virginia, but she tells Anne how she found her path early on with dance, leading her to the Martha Graham company and New York City. From getting a scholarship to working at the junior company and briefly joining the main company, Annie found a calling in what she refers to as authentic self-movement and in teaching at the Martha Graham Center. An introvert, she shares with Anne how yoga became an essential part of her life, thanks to Integral yoga (Swami Satchidananda's school) which felt like a refuge from the competitiveness of the dance world.Annie explains how after a trip to LA and a conversation with her teacher Maty Ezraty, she impulsively relocated to the West Coast and turned to teaching yoga full time, training at Yoga Works under Maty and Lisa Walford. They go on to talk about teaching, about Annie's movement principles and energy, how to create inspiration for students, and why Annie founded her own yoga school, Smart Flow Yoga. Annie also shares why continuing to evolve is essential, as well as learning to let go of preconceived notions. She explains how she has learnt to tap into her students' expectations rather than relying on her own. Now based in Northern California, the teacher, who turned 65 this year, also talks about the stages of life, or ashrams, and she is learning to ‘retire' whatever is not supportive in her practice. Quoting Noam Chomsky, she says: "If you are teaching today what you were teaching five years ago, either your field is dead, or you are.” Annie also reveals  her passion for bird-watching, her mindfulness and pranayama practices, and how learning to be still was the doorway to her meditation practice. Finally, she answers the most delicate and profound question of all, one that Annie regularly asks her students: who is Annie? A joyous, profoundly thoughtful and inspiring interview. Enjoy!TakeawaysAnnie Carpenter's journey from dance to yoga and the influence of Martha Graham on her practiceThe importance of finding one's truth and balance in yoga practiceAnnie's development of Smart Flow Yoga and the principles behind itAnnie's role as a teacher's teacher and her experience teaching on Glow Glow Yoga offers a variety of teachers and practices that are both entertaining and beneficial.Teaching yoga via Zoom has its challenges, but it also allows for a more global community.Traveling for yoga teacher trainings can be both rewarding and guilt-inducing due to carbon emissions.Tapping into energy and using inquiry are important aspects of teaching yoga.Somatic movement and meditation can enhance the yoga practice and bring about self-discovery.Yoga philosophy, such as the Yuga Sutras, offers insights into time, space, and the human experience.There is a need for more accessible yoga classes that cater to beginners and focus on functional movement.Birdwatching is a passion of Anne's that connects her with nature and brings her joy. Birdwatching can be a meditative and calming hobby that allows for a deeper connection with nature.Daily rituals and practices, such as breathing exercises and yoga, can support well-being and balance.Continuous learning and evolution are essential in teaching and personal growth.Exploring the question of 'Who am I?' can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and a sense of constancy.Connection, empathy, and self-discovery are key to finding happiness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Annie Carpenter03:01 Annie's Journey from Dance to Yoga11:19 Annie's Early Yoga Experiences and Integral Yoga22:38 Creating Her Own School and Curriculum27:07 Movement Principles in Smart Flow Yoga31:45 Annie Carpenter: A Teacher's Teacher34:36 Teaching on Glow and the Future36:02 The Exciting and Beneficial World of Glow Yoga37:28 Teaching Yoga via Zoom: Challenges and Opportunities38:55 The Dilemma of Travel and Carbon Emissions42:17 Tapping into Energy and the Power of Inquiry in Teaching44:43 Exploring Somatic Movement and Meditation in Yoga57:31 Insights from Yoga Philosophy: The Yuga Sutras01:09:10 The Need for Accessible Yoga Classes01:12:04 Finding Joy in Birdwatching01:13:29 Birding: A Meditative and Calming Practice01:20:22 Daily Rituals for Well-being and Balance01:25:22 Continuous Learning and Evolution in Teaching01:32:40 Exploring the Question of 'Who am I?'01:43:29 The Significance of Connection, Empathy, and Self-Discovery in Happiness***Selected links from episodeYou can find Annie at https://www.smartflowyoga.com/about-annie-carpenter/on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anniecarpentersmartflow/and on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/annie.carpenter1And all details for her upcoming class schedule and teacher trainings are available here  - https://www.smartflowyoga.com/or find Annie's classes on Glo - https://www.glo.com/Selected links from episodeMartha Graham on Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_GrahamAnd https://marthagraham.org/The classic piece Appalachian Spring - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM5-CsI713gIntegral Yoga - https://integralyoga.org/Savasana pose - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/6582/savasanaAli McGraw Yoga, Mind & Body - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmW5Og4VBg8Eric Schiffman - https://erichschiffmann.com/Sally Kempton - https://www.sallykempton.com/Swami Satchidananda - https://integralyoga.org/founder/Maty Ezrati - https://matyezraty.com/Kia Miller - https://www.kiamiller.com/Triyoga London - https://triyoga.co.uk/Diana Rilov - https://www.dianarilov.com/Feldenkreis - https://feldenkrais.com/Alexander Technique - https://alexandertechnique.com/Bonnie Bainbridgecohen - https://bonniebainbridgecohen.com/The Glo Podcast - https://podcast.glo.com/The yoga sutras of Patanjali - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga_Sutras_of_PatanjaliSiddhis - https://www.thecontemplativelife.org/blog/yoga-sutras-patanjali-siddhis-mystic-powersThe prothonotary warbler - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prothonotary_warblerSlow birding, the book by Joan E. Strassmann - https://www.amazon.com/Slow-Birding-Science-Enjoying-Backyard/dp/B09SN7L7WMScrub jays - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_scrub_jayThe four ashrams of life - https://yogasvi.com/the-four-ashrams-of-life/Abhinivesha - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/5533/abhiniveshaAnnie's favourite word 'molt' - https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moltOut of the Clouds' playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Viqm1uiiHtM5Y0FwTCtFR?si=9c1d46979d784abaAnnie's choice for what song best represents her is I'll Take You There by the Staple Singers - https://open.spotify.com/track/5xHfZxFBcMA2akGVMM1bdk?si=fb01ff20b53c42b7An Immense world by Ed Yong https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59575939-an-immense-world***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. 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Swami Satchidananda speaks explains the nature of happiness, how we disturb our natural state of happiness, and how to maintain it. He also explains Cosmic Consciousness as our essential nature. Ⓟ© 2024 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. For more information please visit: www.linktr.ee/swamisatchidanandaofficial and www.linktr.ee/integralyogainternational

 Five Ways to Accelerate Your Spiritual Growth with Radha Metro-Midkiff,    Radha Metro-Midkiff, the Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York, embodies a lifetime of rich and diverse experience in both the realms of yoga and business. Her upbringing in Yoga began at an early age, having been raised under the tutelage of Sri Swami Satchidananda at Yogaville.   Her parents, Integral Yoga Ministers Bhagavan and Bhavani Metro, moved several times to ensure her and her five siblings received an Integral Yoga School/Yogaville Vidyalayam education from 1st to 12th grade.   At the young age of 18, Radha was already certified as both a Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga instructor. Furthermore, she was among a select group of four individuals to receive the direct blessing of Dharma confirmation from Swami Satchidananda, a rare and highly coveted honor.   https://www.yogaville.org

Musician Michelle Coltrane, daughter of Alice, step-daughter of John, offers backstory on Alice's time growing up in Detroit through Michelle's own growing up time between California, New York, and visits to Detroit. Michelle has proclaimed, 'The Year of Alice Coltrane' here in 2024 (with a centennial celebration of John coming soon as well!). This Alice Coltrane year was bench-marked by a recent release from her archives, The Carnegie Hall Concert, from 1971. Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda was at a creative peak when recording this Carnegie show. Backed by two drummers, two bassists, two saxophone/woodwind musicians and two other percussion/utility musicians. Alice helped put this show together as a benefit/tribute to Swami Satchidananda, an Indian guru she first encountered in 1969 while in the depth of grief, after losing her husband, John Coltrane. This show was on the heels of an album where she also honored him, Journey In Satchidananda--released the week before this concert. Alice shared the billing with Laura Nyro and The Rascals--the draw of the evening, whose Felix Cavaliere was a devote follower, as was Nyro. Saxophonist Pharoah Sanders got second billing next to Alice's name, as he was a rising star in the jazz world, sprouting from John Coltrane's stable along side of Alice herself.     An R&B musician herself, Michelle takes us on a journey of her lifetime through her own lens, of times in Detroit, following her mother to concerts, spending time with Swami Satchidananda, dealing with her own career, and how her and step-brothers Ravi and Oran (John Jr. passed in '82) continue to grow and sprout the legacy of both Alice and John Coltrane. This

Vijay Hassin, Sharada Thompson and Kathleen Rosenberg talk with J about the underbelly of Swami Satchidananda and the Integral Yoga Institute. They discuss Vijay's history including his founding of the center in San Francisco, the meeting in the 1970's when allegations of sexual misconduct were first made, more recent revelations and the Facebook group that Kathleen started, Sharada's story of mistreatment at the hands of Swami Satchidananda, and reconciling the hurt created by failed leaders and institutions.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

In this episode of the Integral Yoga Podcast, Mataji shares insights into her life journey and spiritual path. Born in Washington DC on April Fool's Day, she considers her birth a blessing. Reflecting on her childhood, Mataji recalls her cheerful disposition and love for quiet introspection and learning. She discusses her upbringing in a household that valued curiosity, art, and science. Mataji also delves into her spiritual journey, influenced by encounters with Swami Satchidananda and her Catholic background. Throughout the conversation, Mataji emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and cultivating love and understanding in a rapidly changing world.--Swami Gurucharanananda, lovingly called Mataji, is a senior sannyasi (monk) and disciple of Gurudev, Sri Swami Satchidanandaji Maharaj. She lives at Yogaville and serves on the Sannyas Board. Mataji is a guided meditation leader and Hatha Yoga teacher, an inspiring speaker, Integral Yoga® mentor, and private retreat guide. She loves to offer pujas (worship service), read Sri Gurudev's teachings at lunch, and play the violin as a wake-up call in the dorms! In 2014 she was awarded the Swami Satchidananda Lifetime Service AwardWatch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/6rIahfE98wM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KEEP THE DREAM FLOWING – THE LOST EPISODES!! Way back in 2021, the original server we were using to host the first 60+ episodes of KEEP THE DREAM FLOWING mysteriously vanished, and the episodes, while never technically unavailable, became harder to find once we migrated to a new server. We are pleased and proud to begin the long-overdue task of migrating the episodes over to the new server, to have them all in the same place at last! Well well! After a break following the 50th Anniversary festivities, we are back with a very special guest – Cosmic Boogie master and drummer for Tim Hardin at Woodstock, MURUGA BOOKER! Muruga shares all kinds of wisdom with us, from his experiences at Woodstock with Tim, his life-changing meeting with Swami Satchidananda and his spiritual pursuits! Wonders await!

Swami Satchidananda speaks about the need for spiritual support on one's spiritual journey. He quotes the Buddha's teaching of the “Three Gems” as well as Adi Shankara's teaching on the importance of keeping good company. Then, Sri Swamiji is asked several questions including how to not feel drowsy during meditation and the nature of prayer.

Today's incredible guest, Radha Metro-Midkiff, takes us on a transformative journey through the profound principles of integral yoga and mindfulness. Radha, a seasoned yogi and a living testament to the power of these ancient practices, shares her personal experience of navigating the intricacies of life through the lens of integral yoga. In a moment of vulnerability, she recounts a morning practice where the wisdom of the body takes center stage because yoga is about a deeply intentional and meditative connection with oneself. Radha shares her own journey through challenging times, including the aftermath of September 11th. Her resilience and eventual triumph over anxiety and depression showcase the integrative approach of yoga, combining Western methods with ancient techniques like Pratipaksha Bhavana. A fascinating discussion ensues about the intersection of science and spirituality. Radha, with her grounded approach, highlights how scientific advancements align with ancient yogic wisdom. The conversation touches on the power of mantras, particularly in Sanskrit, to induce healing vibrations in the body, a concept now supported by scientific studies. Join us in this soul-nourishing episode as Radha Metro-Midkiff unfolds the timeless wisdom of integral yoga, offering a beacon of hope and practical guidance for those seeking balance and serenity in their lives. Tune in now to embark on a journey of self-discovery and holistic well-being! About the Guest:(bio, personal links, resource links)Radha Metro-Midkiff is a Certified Life Coach and the Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York. Her upbringing in Yoga began at an early age, having been raised under the tutelage of Sri Swami Satchidananda at Yogaville. Her parents, Integral Yoga Ministers Bhagavan and Bhavani Metro, moved several times to ensure her and her five siblings received an Integral Yoga School/Yogaville Vidyalayam education from 1st to 12th grade. At the young age of 18, Radha was already certified as both a Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga instructor. Furthermore, she was among a select group of four individuals to receive the direct blessing of Dharma confirmation from Swami Satchidananda, a rare and highly coveted honor.Free Gift: 10 Simple Yoga TipsURL: How to Show Support: Please visit The Integral Yoga Institute website here: https://iyiny.org/Social Media Links:Website: https://www.yogaville.org/Website II: https://iyiny.org/About the Host, Elaine Starling: (bio, personal links, resource links)An international TEDx speaker, bestselling author, coach and mentor, ElaineStarling is recognized for her video show and podcast, The Abundance Journey.After a comprehensive conversation with our higher power during a stroke, Elaine created The Abundance Journey 6 week course to share what she learned. As the Abundance Ambassador, Elaine mentors spiritual, growth-oriented women to align with Divine guidance to achieve their dreams. Elaine's clients experience more clarity, confidence, and commit to action that achieves their goals.Elaine Starling Social Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance Linkedin:

In this talk from the archives, Swami Satchidananda explains how by constantly running after wants and desires, we sacrifice our inner peace and joy. By continually chasing after wants, we will never find happiness. This is the deep teaching of the path of Karma Yoga, in which one lives a life of giving not running after things. He also clarifies how by giving, we don't “gain” happiness because happiness is our true nature. The way to not lose our happiness is by not running after non-existent happiness. Ⓟ© 2024 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org / www.yogaville.org / www.undoism.com

Inspired by Ram Dass, Chogyan Trungpa, Michael Caroll, Judy Lief, Dionysus the Areopagite, Bhagavad Gita, Carl Jung, Richard Rohr, Helena P. Blavatsky, Arlyn Ruddy, Nina Rao, Trace Sahaja, Holy Cow Yoga, Swami Satchidananda, Radhanath Swami, Anne and Gavin, and Mont St. Michel.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+).

Radha Metro-Midkiff, the Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York, embodies a lifetime of rich and diverse experience in both the realms of yoga and business. Her upbringing in Yoga began at an early age, having been raised under the tutelage of Sri Swami Satchidananda at Yogaville.Her parents, Integral Yoga Ministers Bhagavan and Bhavani Metro, moved several times to ensure her and her five siblings received an Integral Yoga School/Yogaville Vidyalayam education from 1st to 12th grade. At the young age of 18, Radha was already certified as both a Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga instructor. Furthermore, she was among a select group of four individuals to receive the direct blessing of Dharma confirmation from Swami Satchidananda, a rare and highly coveted honor.

Inspired by Holy Cow Yoga, Charles Dickens, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Saint John of the Cross, Ten Commandments, Maharaj-ji (Neem Karoli Baba), Ram Dass, Swami Satchidananda, and Trungpa Rinpoche.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+).

Chakras are believed to be energy centers in the body, according to various ancient spiritual traditions, particularly within Hinduism and Buddhism. They are thought to be spinning wheels or vortexes of energy that correspond to different aspects of our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. However, when one or more chakras are out of balance, it can result in negative repercussions. Today's special guest, Radha Metro-Midkiff, a Certified Life Coach and the Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York, is with us today to explain how the chakras influence our bodies and give us seven ways to heal and balance them. Radha's upbringing in Yoga began at an early age, having been raised under the tutelage of Sri Swami Satchidananda at Yogaville. Her parents, Integral Yoga Ministers Bhagavan and Bhavani Metro, moved several times to ensure her and her five siblings received an Integral Yoga School/Yogaville Vidyalayam education from 1st to 12th grade. At the young age of 18, Radha was already certified as both a Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga instructor. Furthermore, she was among a select group of four individuals to receive the direct blessing of Dharma confirmation from Swami Satchidananda, a rare and highly coveted honor.

Josh's guests: Jolie Root - Carlson How Omega 3's improve body composition Arthur Firstenberg - author, The Invisible Rainbow A History Of Electricity And Life How damaging is 5G and other wireless technology? Firstenberg is a pioneer in the sense that Rachel Carson was a pioneer Margabandhu - Senior teacher, Integral Yoga, studied directly with Swami Satchidananda, Pranayama  exercises to improve energy and endurance part 2 find us at: www.HeresToYourHealthWithJoshuaLane.com  

Inspired by Margaret Mead, Jack Kornfield, Radhanath Swami, Ram Dass, the Wonderer, Swami Satchidananda.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+)

Radha Metro-Midkiff, Executive Director for the Integral Yoga Institute New York, talks with J about Swami Satchidananda, Integral Yoga, and the major shifts in the industry and culture that have taken place over the last few years. They discuss her childhood growing up at Yogaville, her relationship to Swami Satchidananda, choosing faith or fear, teachings and the growth of institutions, the difference between the guru and the human being, authentic transmission of yoga, and making sense of life's complexity through transparent dialogue.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

Swami Satchidananda answers a question about the meaning behind the story of a devotee who was jealous of Lord Krishna's flute. The flute represents the pure instrument, without its own agenda, through which divine music can flow. This leads into an explanation of the special siddhis (spiritual accomplishments) that also flow from being living a life dedicated to spiritual unfolding. Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org and www.undoism.com

Swami Satchidananda explains how Integral Yoga, which offers a holistic lifestyle approach, can help us to experience the peace and joy that is our True Nature. Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org

My shamanic healing work is born of more than two decades of experience facilitating workshops, trainings, and retreats around the world, in Los Angeles, New York, Mexico, Bali, Guatemala, Indonesia, Israel, and Greece. I've been certified as an Integral Yoga teacher, a Kundalini yoga teacher, Esalen Massage Practitioner, and have studied with some of the world's most revered spiritual Masters, including Swami Satchidananda, Anna Halperin, Dr. Gabriel Cousens and Lakota Elder Wakia Un Manee.   Watch The Art of Vibrant Living Show LIVE! - Did you know that this "podcast" is actually a LIVE video show?  Register (completely SPAM-Free) to receive automated announcements whenever we go live.  Then simply click and engage.  We welcome your questions and real-time participation.  Go to http://ryps.tk/avl-register and register (free) now!

Avi and Swami Divyananda discuss prioritizing inner peace, the role of meditation, nurturing personal relationships, letting go of the need to be "right", and they reflect on Swami Satchidananda's teachings and legacy.Swami Divyananda Ma, E-RYT 500, has had a wealth of experience teaching Integral Yoga around the world since 1973. She has taught at corporations, universities, the Commonwealth Cancer Center, and for the Dr. Dean Ornish Reversing Heart Disease programs. She has also served as one of Integral Yoga's Basic Hatha teacher trainers.Swami Divyananda Ma took monastic vows in 1975 from Sri Swami Satchidananda. Over the years she has served as the director of the Integral Yoga Institutes in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and as Ashram Manager at Yogaville. She also served for ten years as the director of the Integral Yoga Institute in Coimbatore, India; this immersion into the South Indian culture has given depth to her understanding and practice of Yoga.Now an itinerant monk, Swami Divyananda is constantly “on the road.” She leads the annual Sacred India Tours to sacred sites in India in addition to international Yoga retreats and trainings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amma Kidd and Avi discuss the significance of collective prayer, the transformative influence of a guru, surrendering to God's will, and the interconnectedness of all creation. Amma emphasizes the importance of "seeking first the kingdom of God" by going within, and always and forever "rising above".Amma Kidd is a former secretary to and long-time devotee of Swami Satchidananda, and a beloved pillar of love and faith in the Yogaville community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadhu and Avi discus music, healing, and Yoga, with two short improvised performances.Jesse Gallagher has been a professional touring musician since 2001, and a music producer and recording engineer since 2008. He toured extensively as a member of Apollo Sunshine from 2001-2010, and now composes and performs with a variety of projects, including Nightime Sunshine. Gallagher has practiced Kundalini yoga and meditation since 2000. In 2016 he was certified to teach Integral Yoga Hatha, which he teaches in the lineage of Swami Satchidananda.Links:Jesse's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD5hjK3sDzk2W-jw9roHuVw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swami Satchidananda answers various questions about the practice of Yoga. He explains the importance of the yamas and niyamas, of cultivating a clean and balanced mind and lifestyle before trying to do advanced practices or awaken kundalini. He advises students to not rush their practices but focus on natural unfolding in spiritual life. Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org

Avi speaks with past broadcast journalist and present yogi Jeff Ananda Kamen, who shares some engrossing stories about his adventures and his search for meaning, purpose and understanding.Jeff Kamen first met Swami Satchidananda in 1973 when he made the first public television documentary on yoga in America. It was a primetime special on New York City's premiere public television station WNET 13. Jeff was 29 years old and already a veteran of news reporting in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London, and a confessed smart alec. He did his best to conceal that from the Swami during the interview. That documentary film was one of dozens Jeff had the opportunity to make over a career that has spanned more than a half a century. Besides the founder of Yogaville, Jeff has also been blessed by one-on-one contact with the Dalai Lama, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as well as other major figures in spiritual life. Jeff has lived in Yogaville for almost a decade. Links:Warrior Pups: True Stories of America's K9 Heroes (Amazon):https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Pups-Stories-Americas-Heroes/dp/1493029657?tag=interior0d3-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The intention of SOUL MEDICINE is to offer you, the listener, ways to reconnect to your soul.   The intention of SOUL MEDICINE is to offer you, the listener, ways to reconnect to your soul.  This week I go back to the basics of yoga.  Which means to unite, or yoke.  To bring together …  We begin at the beginning with the (8) Limbs of Yoga as spelled out by Swami Satchidananda.  I speak a lot in class as the “asana being only 1/8 of this practice .. “ and this is why. I look at the (8) Limbs as being something like a tool kit that I can pull from whenever I need an awakening.  No two days are ever the same, no two situations are the same, and we are evolving beings.  Therefore … we will need varying degrees of “yoga” depending on the day.  Take a listen to learn more!  Find Dana on Youtube, Instagram at @danadamaraevolution and www.danadamara.com I love you Thank you DD x --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dana-damara/support

Swami Satchidananda gives this talk in Santa Cruz, California in 1977. He explains how Yoga philosophy and practices can help us to have a more peaceful, easeful, and useful life. He gives an overview of Integral Yoga practices and their purpose. Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org

The intention of SOUL MEDICINE is to offer you, the listener, ways to reconnect to your soul.   When I started this practice of yoga, my very first yoga training required us to perform (8) hours of SEVA to graduate. This was the single most powerful thing Beth Shaw could have instilled into my practice.  Always coming from a place of service. Remembering that what we DO in this life is a gift; especially if we are afforded the opportunity to practice and share healing gifts.     This topic gets lost in our capitalistic society.  There's an unhealthy striving for more to no end.  But from where I'm standing, and like a lot of other individuals I have the honor to work with, it's all that's there is … this idea of SEVA.     This is by far one of my favorite quotes from the Yoga Sutras: Translated by Swami Satchidananda:     You have all these things to equip yourself to serve others. You must have a bed to rest in to feel refreshed in the morning to go out to serve others. You must eat to have enough energy to serve others. So, you do everything with the idea that you are preparing yourself to serve others. So, even your Yogic meditation becomes a selfless action. That is what is meant by “Even with God do not have attachment”. This non-attachment alone is enough to change your entire life into a joyful one.   My humble belief is that SEVA can be described as moving beyond your own ego and supporting the Universe around you through selfless action and spiritual activism. SEVA refers to selfless service for altruistic purposes on behalf of, and for the betterment of a community.   SEVA is a means to promote humility and demote egoism. It‘s moving fearlessly beyond your prior expectations and self-imposed limitations and elevating human consciousness through selfless service.     This is why we “work” and “do” what we do.  This podcast was inspired by my mentor, teacher, colleague, and friend, BrahmanKyrie, founder of Brahman Project Foundation Inc.   and Freedom on the Inside.  She asked me to do a breathwork and sound healing session in partnership with her program and I couldn't be more excited about it!     Freedom on the Inside Project is a set of spiritual teachings and conscious programming that is offered at Donovan State Prison, one of California's maximum-security prisons.  They provide spiritual and rehabilitative tools that assist each individual in overcoming trauma, addiction and other emotional difficulties that would otherwise prevent them from living the life they were born to live.  These individuals regularly attend weekly meditation classes, are instrumental in organizing conscious events and are about to graduate as facilitators where they will be teaching what they have learnt in class.   Serving our community is of deep value; it's driven my work for years.  I'm posting this podcast about SEVA so you re-member why you are here and ask those deeply valuable questions about your life, who you “are”, and what you are truly offering to this world.  Are you fulfilled?  If not … look to see where you are taking instead of giving.     Sometimes we feel like we cannot give another ounce; but that is when we forget how Divinely supported, we truly are.   I'm also asking that you give to the GoFundMe for our project.  We need mats, blocks, blankets, and eye coverings for this project, and we would love your help.    I'll provide the link here … every little bit helps.  Thank you for listening and thank you for supporting. Om Shanti.  D  Find Dana on Youtube, Instagram at @danadamaraevolution  I love you Thank you DD x --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dana-damara/support

In this episode Barbara shares some amazing stories and dives into how she was initially drawn toward spirituality and art throughout her life. We spoke about her journey becoming an art historian and her move to NYC where she became a well known gallerist and art dealer. We spoke about her experiences with spiritual giants like Maharishi Mahesh Yogi,  Swami Satchidananda, and Yogi Bhajan.  We also dialogue about the current shift in the art world, the reasons why spirituality might have been taboo in the past, along with  the potential the spiritual in art holds for our collective future.  Barbara has so much wisdom and insight to share around these subjects and I know you all are going to absolutely love this episode!!  ------------------------ Barbara Braathen is an art historian, curator, dealer and writer.  She had galleries in New York from 1980-2005, programming an eclectic mix of contemporary styles and media.  Exhibitions included graffiti personality Rammellzee, language artist Guy de Cointet, abstract painter Joan Waltemath, sculptor Donald Lipski, Surrealist legend Charles Henri Ford, spiritual expressionist Hunt Slonem,  magic painter Peter Grass, mystic John Wells, plus tombstone rubbings by the infamous Scott Covert, paintings and sculpture of the actor Fred Gwynne, a group show "Surrealismo" co-curated with "The Godfather of Gallerists" Leo Castelli, a collaboration with the French Embassy, Richard Osterweil paintings of the Romanov family at the Russian Embassy on New York's upper east side, as well as readings in the gallery by poet laureate John Ashbery,.  Group exhibitions included works by Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray, Jean Cocteau, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and many others.  Barbara Braathen Gallery was reviewed in Artforum, Artnews, Art in America, Flash Art, The New Yorker, The Atlantic Monthly, and a host of other publications.  She holds a PhDC in modern art history from UCLA. Interest in spiritual subjects began while a college student in the 1960s.  Experiences in Los Angeles included close interfacing with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Swami Satchidananda, Yogi Bhajan who brought Kundalini yoga to the west, and innumerable other spiritual leaders.  She as well participated in study groups with a close circle, the principle readings being in Theosophy (Blavatsky, Besant, Leadbetter), plus Cayce, Gurdjieff, and Hindu and Buddhist writings.  She has experienced several miraculous healings.  Current studies include the anthroposophical teachings of Rudolf Steiner.  She is on the Board of Directors of Spring River School, a Waldorf-inspired outdoor school in Jacksonville Florida where she currently resides. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Braathen https://nyweekly.com/?s=Barbara+braathen https://www.readersdigest.co.uk/culture/art-theatre/barbara-braathen-an-aesthete-in-the-art-industry https://www.laprogressive.com/sponsored/barbara-braathen See More from Martin Benson *To stay up on releases and content surrounding the show check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠my instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ *To contribute to the creation of this show, along with access to other exclusive content, consider joining ⁠⁠⁠⁠my Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠! Credits: Big Thanks to Matthew Blankenship of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Sometimes Island ⁠⁠⁠⁠ for the podcast theme music! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support

That same Awareness in which the body begins to sway, is the same Awareness that appears as answered prayers. It's both the prayer and the answer.I Love you,Niknikki@curlynikki.comPlease help me keep the show ad free + Get Merch!▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings________________________________Today's Quotes:"No prayer is complete without presence."-Rumi "By sincere prayer you put yourself in a receptive mood. You become good receiver. You tune your heart radio. Prayer is a form of tuning. Once you tune your heart through prayer, you get all the cosmic things Whatever you pray for, you get. Pray for peace, you are tuning you radio to the peace station. Pray for beauty, you tune your radio to the beauty station.More things are wrought by prayer than the world dreams of: We don" know the power of prayers. Don't we say, "You want it, you got it!" It is literally true; if you really want it sincerely, you get it.  Real want, sincere want, honest want is prayer. Through that sincere prayer, you tune your heart to God."-Swami Satchidananda "Everything starts with Love, remember; Love is the ultimate law. Then prayer, mercy, grace, follow of their own accord."-Osho "Move like you know you're being taken care of."-Unknown on IG Support the show

Avi Gordon and Shankar Fern discuss the long term changes as a result of Yoga practice, faith and trust, enlightenment, the key to healthy relationships, and working with troubled young people.Biographical Notes:Bruce was given the Sanskrit name Shankar directly by his Guru Sri Swami Satchidananda who is one of the great Yoga Masters and God Realized Saints of the centuryShankar is one of Swami Satchidananda's senior disciples and a teacher having taught all aspects of yoga to many hundreds of students in the US and CanadaShankar practices deep spiritualty while actively living in the world as a householder He will be the first to tell you anything good that comes from him comes from the Divine Force which of its own accord chooses to use him as an instrumentShankar is an Integral Yoga Minister who does humanistic coaching and spiritual counseling (he was trained as a psychotherapist) as well as spiritual wedding ceremonies, family and pet memorial services, birth ceremonies and house blessingsHe is also on the Board of Directors of the NY Integral Yoga Institute, the Vice Chairman of the Integral Yoga Global Ministry Board of Trustees, and a Chaplain in the NY Putnam County SPCAIn the business world he is the president of Change-Ready Solutions which provides business with coaching and consulting to help them curate of culture which elevates people to achieve remarkable business results.Prior to this role, Shankar was an executive with Citibank, IBM and other consulting and business organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Light is appearing as you, now. You're the Light of the world, now. And so for today just shine in your office, shine in your home, shine on the street, shine in the car. You're a Beacon.A Lighthouse.You found yourself, and now the world will too. I Love you,Nik  nikki@curlynikki.comBonus content:▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmorningsGo(o)d Mornings merch:▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmorningsWeekly LIVE Meditation, Tuesdays at 7pm ET (FREE on Spotify)▶▶ https://spotify.link/meditationDaily LIVE Group Meditation at 6:30am ET (FREE on Spotify LIVE)▶▶ https://apps.apple.com/id/app/spotify-live/id1517524960_________________________________Today's Quotes:   "Don't worry about your future. You don't need to go to an astrologer. The future is in the hands of the present."-Swami Satchidananda "When a thought of a person enters your mind say, "this is not what God has made," then roll up the image as if it were a window shade and discern the Truth that is there.  Feel yourself to be separate from all sensations and thoughts, and then you will come home to Consciousness. Rather than trying to get rid of so-called problems, still your mind until you realize that your real Self is the Self of God, and that It has no problems."-Joel Goldsmith "Now has nothing to do with time. Now is another name for awareness, another name for our self."-Rupert Spira Support the show

That same Awareness in which the body begins to sway, is the same Awareness that appears as answered prayers. It's both the prayer and the answer. I Love you,Niknikki@curlynikki.com Bonus episodes every week:▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmorningsGo(o)d Mornings merch:▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings______________________________Today's Quotes:"No prayer is complete without presence."-Rumi "By sincere prayer you put yourself in a receptive mood. You become good receiver. You tune your heart radio. Prayer is a form of tuning. Once you tune your heart through prayer, you get all the cosmic things Whatever you pray for, you get. Pray for peace, you are tuning you radio to the peace station. Pray for beauty, you tune your radio to the beauty station.More things are wrought by prayer than the world dreams of: We don" know the power of prayers. Don't we say, "You want it, you got it!" It is literally true; if you really want it sincerely, you get it.  Real want, sincere want, honest want is prayer. Through that sincere prayer, you tune your heart to God."-Swami Satchidananda "Everything starts with Love, remember; Love is the ultimate law. Then prayer, mercy, grace, follow of their own accord."-Osho "Move like you know you're being taken care of."-Unknown on IG Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings)