Introduction to The Essential Teachings of Swami Satchidananda

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Photo: Swami Satchidananda teaching, Monroe, New York, early 1970s.

In this short, self-directed, free online course, “Introduction to The Essential Teachings of Swami Satchidananda,” you will be able to watch Swami Satchidananda sharing some of his core teachings in his fun, loving, and inspirational manner. He also reflects on how he himself has dealt with life’s biggest questions.

All the teachings and practices of Integral Yoga help us to regain the health and happiness that is our essential nature. They enable us to can cultivate equanimity and self-mastery in the face of life’s many challenges.

Topics in the 3 modules include:
  • What are we all searching for?
  • Obstacles to enlightenment
  • What is life for and what is death?
  • Suffering and evil
  • All paths lead to the same goal

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