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Category Archives: Spirituality
How to Measure Spiritual Growth
Speaking with a friend last night the subject of “change” came up and while this person had a very good attitude about the change they are going through, this reminded me of times when I have experienced much change. Sometimes … Continue reading
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Tagged Ashtanga Yoga, attitude, Courage, dharma, inner-peace, inspiration, kriyananda, liberation, raja yoga, self realization, spiritual growth
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What is Spiritual?
I’m now thinking it may help to understand where I am coming from in these posts if I define what I mean when I use the word “spiritual.” To me, “spiritual” means, “that which is expansive to ones consciousness.” Spiritual … Continue reading
Life
These posts include notes to myself regarding all aspects of my life including my practice of specific aspects of raja yoga. Raja yoga and it’s goal are my spiritual path and practice. It seems appropriate to include my own notes … Continue reading
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Tagged Ashtanga Yoga, liberation, niyama, patanjali, raja yoga, yama
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Transcending Differences
This post is in response to a very interesting blog post on patriotism. I hope you’ll check it out. www.adaringadventure.com Patriotism or nationalism, are not for me. I feel more a part of one family that is not limited to … Continue reading
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Tagged globalization, humility, nationalism, patriotism, reincarnation, spiritual growth, twitter, world peace
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The Best Job Ever
Tonight someone asked me what I would change about my life if I only had one year to live. I thought about it, and there is nothing I would change about my life. I’m so glad I was asked, because … Continue reading
Remembering How to Fly
Yesterday, I got to spend some time with friends who have a couple of beautiful children. They reminded me of how important it is for us to have fun. We were at a restaurant and as we adults discussed our … Continue reading
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Tagged Contentment, happiness, humility, inner-peace, parenting, self-help, self-study, spiritual growth
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Non-Lying Pt. 1
My focus on non-lying (truthfulness) this week has helped me be more centered and aware. It’s become a real exploration into what works, and what doesn’t work for me. “Truthfulness is the necessary attitude for us if we would overcome … Continue reading
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Tagged Ashtanga, introspection, patanjali, raja, self-study, spiritual growth, truthfulness, yama, yoga
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Ahimsa
My morning meditation was fruitful today. I hope that writing this down will help me maintain the awareness I think I have right now. The practice of my techniques seemed very deep today. I was able to visualize my guru … Continue reading
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Tagged Bhagavad Gita, introspection, meditation tips, mindfulness, non-violence, patanjali, spiritual growth
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Meditation at Forest Lawn
Today four friends and I made our way to the bodily resting place of Paramhansa Yogananda. It was a grayish day and the sky was calm. We all purchased a flower to offer to the master in devotion and gratitude … Continue reading
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Tagged Ananda, Forest Lawn, Glendale, Meditation Tips, pilgrimage, spiritual, SRF, yogananda, Yogananda's crypt
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