Kriya Yoga
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Lahiri Mahasaya on Chakras, Prana and the Spine
We usually think of our spine as a physical structure made of vertebrae, discs and nerves. It supports our body, allows movement and protects the spinal cord. But Yoga offers a much deeper understanding of the spine. In the teachings of Lahiri Mahasaya and the Kriya Yoga tradition, the spine is not merely the central… Continue reading
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How to Master Sexual Desire Through Yoga and Vedanta
We have all experienced moments when a sudden wave of sexual desire or lustful thoughts takes over the mind. Sometimes these thoughts arise without warning and become so powerful that our attention is completely absorbed by them. In today’s world, where we are constantly exposed to stimulating images, videos and other sensory distractions, controlling these… Continue reading
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Lahiri Mahasaya on the Granthis
What Are Granthis? In Yoga, Granthis are inner knots that bind our awareness. They are not physical knots. They represent deep patterns of identification that keep consciousness tied to the body, emotions and mind. The yogic tradition describes three major Granthis along the subtle pathway of the spine. Each represents a different layer of attachment.… Continue reading
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Yoga of Intense Action
Many people begin meditation hoping to find peace. They sit quietly, close their eyes, and try to stop their thoughts. But after a few minutes, the mind starts wandering. Frustration sets in, and they conclude that meditation simply isn’t for them. Patanjali offers a very different perspective. He explains that before the mind can become… Continue reading
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Pancha Klesha – The Cause of Human Suffering
2000 years ago, Patanjali identified the root causes of human suffering.He called them the Pancha Klesha. These are not external problems. They are internal patterns that distort how we see reality. Swami Vivekananda, through his work Raja Yoga, brought these ideas down from philosophy into direct experience. He explained them not as abstract concepts, but… Continue reading
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Patanjali’s Kriya Yoga
When you hear “Yoga” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Likely graceful poses, stretchy pants and perhaps a moment of calm at the end of class. And while those things are wonderful, they’re just one tiny peek into something far vaster and older: Yogdarshan. Think of Yogdarshan as the original “operating system” for… Continue reading
