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Pranayama: A Healing Science – Online Seminar June 1st

From slowing down aging to boosting self-awareness and reducing stress, Pranayama, or Yoga breathwork, has the power to enhance our everyday lives in more ways than we thought imaginable. Recent research provides ample evidence that Pranayama benefits our physical...

Wandering Turtle: A Heartfelt Tribute

Wandering Turtle, a beloved member and resident of Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville for the past 25 years, passed on into the Divine Light on May 15, 2024. Turtle, as he was lovingly known, was a dedicated Karma Yogi, truly living the Yoga teachings to which we aspire,...

Remembering Reverend Saraswati Beth Neumann

Born in 1947, Rev. Saraswati was a graduate of American University in Washington D.C. After graduation she worked in an interior design firm and architectural companies in New York city and in New Jersey and even worked as a professional clown for some time. She...
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Christian Mysticism Meets Integral Yoga

Christian Mysticism Meets Integral Yoga

Everyone seeks happiness, but happiness seems never to be stable. Something always happens to disturb our happiness. Religions were born to show a path to happiness that never dies. The mystical aspect of most faiths are particularly focused on this quest. Integral...

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The Paradox of the Journey

The Paradox of the Journey

All major mystical traditions have recognized that there is a paradox at the heart of the journey of return to Origin. Put simply, this is that we are already what we seek, and that what we are looking for on the Path with such an intensity of striving and passion and...

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Pure Divinity

Pure Divinity

The goal of Yoga is to realize the Divinity within. This can be explained in different ways. A devotee will say, “I want to know God. I want to commune with God.” The jnani will say, “Tat Tvam Asi. I am That. I want to know this Truth—this Self or Cosmic...

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Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Video Series

Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Video Series

Join Integral Yoga Master Teacher Nalanie Chellaram as she teaches the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The series begins with an overview of the text and why it is such an inspiration to so many. Utilizing the commentaries by Swami Satchidananda, along with insights from...

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Jnana Yoga Workshop – Jan. 12, 2024

Jnana Yoga Workshop – Jan. 12, 2024

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth with this Jnana Yoga program, skillfully led by Reverend Bhagavan Metro. Rooted in the profound principles of Jnana Yoga, the path of knowledge and wisdom, this program delves deep into the...

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Christmas Message 2023 from Br. David Steindl-Rast, OSB

Christmas Message 2023 from Br. David Steindl-Rast, OSB

+ Dear Family and Friends, The days are growing short. Winter daylight is fading early, as I’m watching the chickadees quickly snatching a few last sunflower seeds from the bird feeder. From my armchair by the window i can enjoy their antics all day long, as i look...

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Yoga Immersion Program Announced for Jan. 2024

Yoga Immersion Program Announced for Jan. 2024

The Integral Yoga Institute of New York will be hosting their first Yoga Immersion Program. This is geared to those who are seeking a true classical Yoga immersion and/or those who will utilize this program as a pre-requisite for certification as a Yoga teacher. For...

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200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training – Spring 2024

200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training – Spring 2024

The 200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training will take place from April 14 - May 12, 2024 at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville (Virginia) with Swami Divyananda Ma, E-RYT 500. Gain a strong foundation for personal and spiritual development, a space for nurturing your own...

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