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Mahabharata: Designs of Dharma – A New Vision for an Ancient Epic

  When an epic spans more than 100,000 verses, outdistancing Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey tenfold, its retelling is no small task. The Mahabharata, composed over 5,000 years ago and attributed to the sage Vyasa, is the longest poem in recorded history. It is at once...

Gossip: A Barrier on the Spiritual Path

Why do we gossip? This question might appear trivial at first, but when examined deeply, it opens a window into human psychology, social dynamics, and the level of spiritual evolution or lack thereof. Gossip is not merely idle talk, it is more. It is both idle and...

Embarking on a Spiritual Odyssey, Part 20: When Grace Meets Destiny–The Siddha Who Pointed the Path Beyond India

The history of a sage’s journey is not measured only in years spent with a teacher, but in the depth of the impression left upon the soul. For Ramaswamy (later known to the world as Swami Satchidananda) one such moment came during his years as a sadhu (wandering...
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Parable of the Sower: A Devotional Tribute

Parable of the Sower: A Devotional Tribute

From the stillness of dawn to the farthest corners of the heart, the legacy of Sri Swami Satchidananda continues to inspire and uplift. One beautiful expression of this devotion comes from Lakshmi Harilela, an Integral Yoga teacher in Hong Kong and a gifted creative...

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Remembering John Robbins: A Life of Compassionate Conviction

Remembering John Robbins: A Life of Compassionate Conviction

The world lost a gentle yet powerful voice for compassion and conscious living with the passing of John Robbins in June 2025. Best known for his groundbreaking books like Diet for a New America and The Food Revolution, Robbins was more than a bestselling author—he was...

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Living Yoga Training Program

Living Yoga Training Program

The Living Yoga Training Program at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville is an opportunity to experience inner peace, achieve spiritual growth by living the life of an Integral Yogi for 28-days in spiritual community. The Living Yoga Training (LYT) program offers a...

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Finding Peace in Chaos

Finding Peace in Chaos

In this inspiring conversation led by host Avi Gordon (director of the Integral Yoga Teachers Association), Swami Ramananda (president of the Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco) shares profound insights on finding peace in chaotic times through spiritual...

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Carry the Light of Yoga with You!

Carry the Light of Yoga with You!

The Integral Yoga Shop is now carrying canvas tote bags, which are not only practical but are soulful companions for your daily journey. Each design features inspiring art, uplifting imagery, and symbols of peace and unity. Made from durable cotton, these totes are...

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Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – Part 2

Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – Part 2

Part 2 of the Restorative Yoga Teacher Training led by Satya Greenstone, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT will take place September 24 - 28, 2025 at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville in Virginia. Completion of Integral Yoga Restorative Yoga Teacher Training Part 1 or equivalent is a...

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Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – Part 1: September 2025

Restorative Yoga Teacher Training – Part 1: September 2025

Learn to teach Restorative Yoga through the Integral Yoga Restorative Yoga Teacher Training. Part 1 will be held September 18 - 23, 2025 at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Virginia. The training will be taught by Satya Greenstone, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT.  Restorative Yoga...

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200-Hour Teacher Training, Module 1 – July 2025

200-Hour Teacher Training, Module 1 – July 2025

Integral Yoga Institute of New York is offering a 200-hour Teacher Training program this summer. Module 1 begins July 7, 2025. Join our internationally respected training program and learn essential skills for teaching Yoga. This training is also suitable for those...

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