In this heartfelt and reflective conversation led by host Avi Gordon (director of Integral Yoga Teachers Association), Swami Asokananda (president of the Integral Yoga Institute of New York) shares his incredible life journey—from his Brooklyn upbringing in a non-religious Jewish family to his path of spiritual awakening and leadership. He recounts transformative moments, including early struggles with identity, his experiences with Yoga and meditation, and the pivotal influences of mentors and life-changing practices. Swami Asokananda opens up about vulnerability, connection, and the wisdom of simply being oneself, offering profound insights into personal growth and the universal quest for meaning. This episode is a rich tapestry of stories and lessons from a life devoted to inner discovery and service.
111th Birth Anniversary of Integral Yoga Magazine Founder
On December 22nd, we honor and celebrate the 111th birth anniversary of the founder of Integral Yoga Magazine, Sri Swami Satchidananda (Sri Gurudev). Born in 1914, Sri Gurudev was a visionary whose life became a bridge between East and West, tradition and modernity,...
