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The 4 Fundamental Attitudes of Patanjali, Part 1.

The 4 Fundamental Attitudes of Patanjali, Part 1.

In the following article, we will speak about Sutra 34 from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, where he brings us a way to integrate our spiritual practice and our social life. Essentially, we often have this inner conflict, where we want to live a spiritual life. If we start...
Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master – Book Review

Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master – Book Review

In the following article, we will give a short review of the biography of Sri M. Some yogis gave him this name. He was Muslim-born. He describes in his book some past lives with the great Mahavatar Babaji, the founder of the lineage of Yogananda.    Sri M’s...
The Art of Togetherness: or How to become Truly Happy

The Art of Togetherness: or How to become Truly Happy

This article gives a brief comparison between happiness seen from the perspective of the ego and happiness seen from the perspective of the heart. The former is there by default, widely spread and unconsciously followed by the majority of the population. The latter...
Know Thyself through Fasting

Know Thyself through Fasting

Fasting has been practised for centuries all over the planet and is dearly appreciated by yogis. Uriel, a senior teacher at Mahasiddha Yoga, sums up some contemporary scientific research in this domain, the benefits of fasting, some challenges to look out for, and...
Don’t Bring Yoga into your Life – Bring Life into Yoga

Don’t Bring Yoga into your Life – Bring Life into Yoga

More and more people today are curious about yoga. They try a few classes here and there and it feels great! They become more enthusiastic and commit to weekly classes, but what comes after that? There is a schism between the reality of daily life and the way that we...
Are Our Genitals Created in the Image of God?

Are Our Genitals Created in the Image of God?

Why are the genitals so often vilified?  While other parts of the body—such as the heart and mind—are celebrated for their divine attributes, the lower parts are frequently shrouded in shame and silence.  Throughout history and across many cultures, our genitals have...
Who Am I? Exploring the Essence of Self-Realization

Who Am I? Exploring the Essence of Self-Realization

Who am I? This question has puzzled humanity for centuries and has been explored by some of the greatest European philosophers—from Descartes to Kant.  Many of us have encountered this question in school, perhaps we have even pondered it late at night.  But while...
Who is Kali, the Hindu Goddess?

Who is Kali, the Hindu Goddess?

In many parts of India, Kali is both revered and feared. During the annual Kali Puja festival in Kolkata for example, the city is alive with devotion—streets glowing with flickering lamps, chants echoing in the air, and offerings piled high at makeshift shrines. You...
Find Your Spiritual Certainty!

Find Your Spiritual Certainty!

The process of transformation can be tough and even painful. But a lot of the pain we feel isn’t necessary — it comes from doubt. That’s where the struggle lies. So, what can you do? Find certainty. Focus on one spiritual principle that feels absolutely true to you....