Live Inspired: Finding Your Source of Inspiration

What does it mean to be inspired? It means to breathe into, to infuse (as life) by breathing, to draw forth or bring out. If we break down the meaning even further, the root of the word inspiration (similar to respiration), means to draw in, or to breathe life into. Spiri—or Spirit—is the source of […]

Overcoming Fear and Obstacles with Courage

Be willing to face any challenges or misfortunes that arise on your journey, and challenge—within yourself—any resistance that arises in the form of doubt or perceived obstacles. Change the way you think about things. View every obstacle as an opportunity for further growth, and greater success. Opportunities, moreover, must be met halfway. You can only […]

What Does it Mean to be Enthusiastic?

Enthusiasm requires high energy to manifest. When you picture someone you know who is enthusiastic, you probably think of someone who could be described as joyful and energetic. Why is energy such an important part of enthusiasm? The root meaning of the word “enthusiasm” is en or “in” and thus, Greek for “spirit”. More simply stated, enthusiasm’s […]

How to Be Positive for Success

A positive attitude is a right attitude. Have you you ever noticed that when you are positive, your energy is lifted? During such a time, you may say, “I feel high”, or “I’m on top of the world!” Now, reflect on those times that you were feeling negative. Did your body seem to become “heavy” […]

The Need for Spirituality

What is spirituality? Spirituality can be described as man’s endeavor to attain his highest potential. Spirituality can also be described, as the name implies, as the Soul’s personal connection with Spirit; Spirit being the ocean of consciousness, and Soul being one of the many waves that rise from It’s surface. There are as many ways […]

How to Find Your Life Purpose (Dharma)

To help you find your life purpose, here is an inspirational introspection exercise (based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi): “Be what you want to be, not what others think you ought to be.” -Paramhansa Yogananda Here are the three questions to ask yourself, if you want to find […]

The Peace and Harmony Prayer of Paramhansa Yogananda

Many of us will find ourselves at one point or another in life when we experience interpersonal conflict. Perhaps between ourselves and another individual, or perhaps we know of loved ones struggling with others. Regardless of how this conflict manifests, we know that such times are in need of healing and resolution. The peace and harmony […]

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Yogananda Quotes

“Smile now and never mind how hard it has been for you to do so. Smile now. All the time remember to smile, and you will smile always.” “When you think of God as your Friend, that relationship expresses the grandest form of love and devotion. Friendship is the touchstone by which we may know […]

The Benefits of the Energization Exercises of Yogananda

The energization exercises were developed by Paramhansa Yogananda in the 1920s as the Yogoda System. The Yogoda system is part of the path of kriya yoga that Yogananda brought to the west from India. Yogoda means that system which imparts harmony and equilibrium to all the forces and faculties working for the perfection of body, mind, and soul. The […]

How to Heal Colds and Prevent Illness with Yoga Practices

Many people, especially now that it is winter, feel a bit more congested than usual. And may even be starting to get used to this feeling already as a “normal” part of winter, but remember it’s not normal and you can wake up feeling energetic and healthy even when it’s dark and cold outside! Colds […]