Yogananda Podcast Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “One afternoon during my early months...” to “... severed by one of the disciples.” 
Summary: 
Masters like Lahiri Mahasaya and Sri Yukteswar employ intriguing techniques to impart wisdom, in this episode we focus on the impact of alternative healing methods on medical diagnosis, the importance of personal responsibility in health, and the potential benefits of a combination of scientific and spiritual healing techniques. We also explore our personal experiences with spiritual healing, the significance of a guru in spiritual growth, and the potential impacts of miraculous healing stories on faith and doubt. 
00:33 A miraculous healing; 14:12 Sri Yukteswar's experience of being healed; 46:12 A miracle to show the power of God; 53:06 Lahiri Mahasaya awake in God. 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “My guru was a peerless interpreter of the scriptures...” to “... A saint will not encroach on that independence.” 
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My early months with Sri Yukteswar culminated in...” to “...guru is beyond fear of hurt from any creature.” 
Summary: 
We reflect on personal experiences with mosquito control methods, associated spiritual practices on self-control, and the philosophy of Ahimsa non-violence. We also review how this relates to a similar passage in Chapter 44 with Mahatma Gandhi, as well as Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda’s yogic powers that prevent mosquito and cobra bites and how this is linked to the mastery of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.  
1:15 Recap; 2:10 Outwit a mosquito with a Yogic Trance; 45:17 Overcoming desire for destruction; 1:16:10 Master and the cobra. 
Links referenced in this episode: http://yogananda.com.au/gurus/yogananda_quotes33concentration.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aranyaka#Taittiriya_Aranyaka https://www.yoganiketan.net/reader/books/srimad-bhagavad-gita-Yukteshvar.html 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “One afternoon during my early months...” to “... severed by one of the disciples.” 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi  awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS 

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Daily life at the ashram flowed smoothly...” to “... ended many of my periods of nocturnal edification.” 
Summary: 
In this section the emphasis Paramahansa Yogananda and Swami Sri Yukteswar placed on the importance of routine and meditation, and the challenges of maintaining them. Mukunda notices the minute mannerisms and qualities of Swami Sri Yukteswar just four our careful analysis. The significance of meditation was likened to life being a dream, and the teachings of a guru that emphasized joyful food preparation were also discussed. The group also touched upon the spiritual practices of a guru and the importance of balancing inner spiritual life with interactions with guests. 
01:48 From Sleep to Samadhi; 18:00 Food for the soul; 45:30 Visitors; ~55:00 The art satsang 1:11:00 Nighttime.  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “My early months with Sri Yukteswar culminated in...” to “...guru is beyond fear of hurt from any creature.” 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi  awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS 

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar chose the following morning...”  to  “...minimum passing grades from time to time.”   

Summary: 

Mukunda received a transforming Kriya Yoga initiation, which is different this time because of the authority of the initiator: Swami Sri Yukteswar. We talk about how this applies to modern Kriya initiates and importance of the role of SRF/YSS to sincere devotees around the world. When he returns home, he is warmly welcomes by his family, and we draw on stories from Mejda that relate how Kriya transformed Mukunda into Paramahansa Yogananda.  

0:00 SRF in Lima, Peru; 3:40 Transforming touch of your Guru; 18:05 Guruji returns home; 42:40 Happy months; 53:20 Mukunda’s transformation after Kriya.  Links from episode: https://yogananda.com.au/c/Atmananda_deeper_yearning.html 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “Daily life at the ashram flowed smoothly...” to “... ended many of my periods of nocturnal edification.” 

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

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Led by my guru, I strolled about the house...” to “...sweet the first night under my guru’s roof.” 
Summary: 
As Mukunda takes his first steps inside Swami Sri Yukteswar’s ashram in Serempore he takes the opportunity to get to know him better. He got lessons that would stay with till he became Paramahansa Yogananda. We delight in bolstering the intricacies of the narrative be taking excerpts from Swami Satyananda’s biography of Swami Sri Yukteswar.  
0:00 Chris' Travels; 2:45 Master's Hermitage; 19:01 The briefest of bio’s; 39:19 Look fear in the face; 54:18 Attachment is blinding; 59:43 Positive suggestions only for children.  Links from episode: https://www.yoganiketan.net/reader/books/swami-sriyukteshvar-giri-maharaj.html 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar chose the following morning...” to “...minimum passing grades from time to time.” 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi  awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS 

This episode covers the start of chapter 12 to: “...blessing my infancy, had guided my steps to this hour.” 

Summary: 

A profound start to one of the longest chapters of the book, ranking amongst the most influential and memorable written. We discuss our expectations as well as the detailed breakdown of Mukunda’s pleas and Sri Yukteswar’s eventual acquiescence. There are many hypotheticals discussed here, listeners are encouraged to comment to add some richness to our discussion.  

0:00 New Chapter! 8:56 The Guru is the Law; 41:22 Eternal Shelter; 1:08:22 SRF lineage link confirmed.  Links from episode: https://yssofindia.org/blog/loyalty-highest-law-for-spiritual-success-by-swami-ishtananda-giri https://yogananda.com.au/pyr/foundation.html#top https://yssofindia.org/blog/the-guru-guide-to-eternal-freedom https://yssofindia.org/about/guru-disciple-relationship 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: “Led by my guru, I strolled about the house...” to “...sweet the first night under my guru’s roof.” 

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