This episode covers on the last part of chapter 25 from:
“On my return from Japan, I learned that during my absence...”
to the end of the chapter.

Summary:
This section of the book covers the various healing practices and spiritual techniques from Paramahansa Yogananda and Sri Yukteswar's teachings, including how faith, physical objects, and specific practices contributed to Nalini's recovery from typhoid fever, paralysis and infertility. We discussed the cultural differences in communication styles and the role of authority figures across different countries, while examining the significance of wearing certain jewels and metals for their electromagnetic influence on the human body. We ended with reflections on the chapter including comparisons between Guruji and Sri Yukteswar's approaches to divine healing.

0:00 Prior Episode;
1:41 Dealing with sickness;
15:44 Medicine vs Will Power;
28:56 Astral Intercession;
41:51 Greatful Nalini;
44:23 Daya Mata Picture;
49:18 Reflections on the chapter.

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 26 to:
“...because of priestly secrecy and man’s indifference, the sacred lore gradually became inaccessible”.

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This episode covers on this part of chapter 25 from:
“Soon after Ananta’s passing, my younger sister Nalini was...”
to
"...their marriage, begun so inauspiciously, turned out to be ideally happy.”

Summary:
This section of the chapter continues the themes of sibling dynamics, cultural perspectives on marriage, and spiritual healing. We explore the cultural differences between Indian and Western wedding traditions and marriage arrangements. Paramahansa Yogananda emphasises again the spiritual significance will power and affirmations, we share our own personal experiences using them both inside and outside our SRF centre.

0:54 Prior Episode;
2:22 Siblings;
10:37 Betrothed;
20:24 The Plea;
28:51 The Cure;
45:51 Truth is God;
56:59 Looking Ahead.

Links discussed in the chapter:
https://yogananda.com.au/gurus/yukteswar_quotes02.html
https://www.iambetter.org/unconditional-love-perfecting-human-relationships-marriage/
https://yogananda.com.au/pyr/pyr_affirmations1.html
https://www.arlingtoncenter.org/Sanskrit-English.pdf (Yoga Sutras)
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16997 (Sleeman book)

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 25 from:
“On my return from Japan, I learned that during my absence...”
to the end of the chapter.

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This episode covers on the start of chapter 25 to:
"...in all family affairs he played this dual parental role.”

Summary:
This chapter covers some fascinating themes of family dynamics, spiritual growth, and the balance between spiritual topics and storytelling elements. We examine Guruji's experiences, including his intuitive realization about his brother's death, his brief journey to Japan, and his compassionate care for family members during their final moments. We also share some personal experiences with intuition with each other!

0:00 Expectations for the chapter;
5:43 Ananta cannot live;
19:55 Leaving Ananta;
37:24 Father-Mother role;
43:01 Looking Ahead.

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 25 from:
“Soon after Ananta’s passing, my younger sister Nalini was...”
to
"...their marriage, begun so inauspiciously, turned out to be ideally happy.”

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This episode covers on the last part of chapter 24 from:
"There are a number of great men, living today in American...”
to the end of the chapter.

Summary:
Michael and Priyank explored the distinctions between yogis and swamis, while discussing Paramahamsa Yogananda’s inclusive perspective on Western spiritual practitioners who embody yogic qualities despite not following traditional Hindu practices. We also examine the historical criticisms of yoga and its evolution into a more universal and secular practice, particularly focusing on Carl Jung's contributions to psychology and spirituality, including his theories on archetypes and the scientific approach to yoga.

0:00 Previous episode;
10:55 Yoga is Misunderstood;
15:57 Carl Jung;
42:00 The inner conquest;
47:20 The Yoga of Patanjali;
56:25 Reflections on the Chapter.

Links discussed in the episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sadasiva_Brahmendra

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 25 to:
"...in all family affairs he played this dual parental role.”

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 24 from:
" The ancient rishi Patanjali defines yoga as “neutralisation of the alternating waves in...”
to
“...with egotistical desires and plays his part in life as a willing instrument of the Divine.”

Summary:
Paramahansa Yogananda focusses on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and the eightfold path of yoga, including the author Patanjali himself. We examine each limb of the eightfold path in detail, from yamas and niyamas (moral restraints and observances) to asana (posture), pranayama (breath control), and the final samyama stages of pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, and samadhi, emphasizing that yoga is a universal path accessible to everyone regardless of temperament. Guruji concludes with reflections on how a true yogi can maintain divine consciousness while fulfilling worldly duties. We draw on readings from God Talks with Arjuna to bolster our understanding.

0:00 Previous episode;
3:35 Patanjali the celestial Naga;
16:50 The six Hindu systems
32:16 Yoga Sutras
1:05:15 Yogi or Swami?
1:12:00 Looking Ahead.

Links discussed in the episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patanjali
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garbhodakshayi_Vishnu
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shesha
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahabhashya
Yoga Sutra Chant: https://youtu.be/jIvVvztmyys
Yoga Sutra book: https://www.arlingtoncenter.org/Sanskrit-English.pdf
A History of Indian Philosophy book: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12956
Manjushri Buddhism chants: https://youtu.be/Ag174BBdqm8

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 24 from:
"There are a number of great men, living today in American...”
to the end of the chapter.

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* This episode had to be republished due to Spotify instructed copyright removal of small snippet used from John Lennon music, for full version you may see it on youtube at ~12mins *

Our second guest of the show Carolina from Brazil joins us to discuss what the word "Guru" means to her and the impact of yoga to the world.

00:00 Meet Carolina;

04:00 Minute summary;

04:38 Yoga and brotherhood;

20:50 Being a guru;

38:37 Gloria Schultz and Yogic powers;

51:00 Aarti and YSS;

01:00:11 Unravelling and intrigue.

* This episode had to be republished due to Spotify instructed copyright removal of small snippet used from George Harrison music, for full version you may see it on youtube at ~48mins *

This minute starts with a profound prayer then more from Krishna Das about Paramahansa Yogananda's impactful voice. We discuss Guruji's voice in some detail. George Harrison has had a profound impact on each of the hosts and this is discussed in detail along with his music and famous dialogue from the film.

03:42 - Minute summary;

04:34 - Hearing Guruji’s voice for the first time;

11:13 - What is your favourite prayer?;

23:10 - SRF Monastic robes;

28:49 - Guruji singing and using chants for meditation;

34:52 - Krishna Das singing;

39:19 - Cosmic Chants;

48:07 - George Harrison & Ravi Shankar;

59:38 - Final Reflections.

This episode covers on the next part of chapter 24 from:
"As I knelt before Sri Yukteswar, and for the first time heard...”
to
“... a manifest need exists for yoga: the science of mind control.”

Summary:
Mark and Reva from the London centre join us to discuss Mukunda's initiation ceremony into the Swami order, the historical significance of Shankaracharya in reorganizing Hinduism, and the distinctions between monastic traditions. The group explores the deeper meaning behind monastic names, vows, and symbols while emphasizing that true spiritual practice involves maintaining divine awareness regardless of one's life circumstances. Paramahansa Yogananda clarifies in this section that while Swamis are monks connected to religious orders, Yoga represents a universal scientific method for spiritual realization available to everyone regardless of background.

0:00 Previous episode;
2:20 Mukunda becomes a Swami;
26:35 The Swami Order;
32:43 Monastic Name;
50:35 Goals and ideals;
55:10 Yogis and Swamis;
1:07:17 Looking Ahead and Bhaja Govinda.

Links discussed in the episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6f20Fob44A
https://hindupedia.com/en/Anandagiri
https://www.wisdomlib.org/concept/anandagiri
https://youtu.be/KRzka46U_wc?si=RaDidafggFbFIX6u
https://yogananda.org/blog/yoga-teaches-to-seek-the-divine-first-and-find-balance-in-everything-by-paramahansa-yogananda
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNVwHeMVeQU

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 24 from:
" The ancient rishi Patanjali defines yoga as “neutralisation of the alternating waves in...”
to
“...with egotistical desires and plays his part in life as a willing instrument of the Divine.”

#autobiographyofayogi #autobiographylinebyline #paramahansayogananda
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India
#SRF #YSS