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The Kriya Yoga Podcast

de Ryan Kurczak

NovoWhy the Equinoxes Are Spiritually Important | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS2914 de setembro de 2026 · 32 min
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Sobre o podcast

The Kriya Yoga Podcast is a place where curious seekers and serious meditators gather to explore Kriya Yoga meditation, yogic philosophy, and Self-realization for modern life. Hosted by Ryan Kurczak, who comes from a direct lineage of teachers including Roy Eugene Davis and Paramahansa Yogananda, each episode dives into topics like meditation practice, inner transformation, timeless yogic wisdom, the Yoga Sutras, and how these teachings apply in everyday experience. You’ll hear reflections on mysticism, Samadhi, psychology and spirituality, sacred philosophy, interviews with guests, and grounded discussions that invite you to deepen your own practice and understanding. Whether you’re new to yoga or well along the path, this podcast meets you with clarity, depth, and relevance for 21st-century seekers.

Episódios 167

  1. Why the Equinoxes Are Spiritually Important | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS29

    32 minEpisódio 165

    Twice each year, the Sun crosses Earth’s celestial equator, bringing the Northern and Southern Hemispheres into an approximate balance of light and darkness. Yet the equinoxes are also periods of powerful …

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    Twice each year, the Sun crosses Earth’s celestial equator, bringing the Northern and Southern Hemispheres into an approximate balance of light and darkness. Yet the equinoxes are also periods of powerful movement, when the Sun’s declination is changing most rapidly and Earth’s magnetic environment tends to become more responsive to the solar wind.

    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak explores the astronomical and spiritual importance of the March and September equinoxes. Drawing upon Kriya Yoga, Vedic astrology, the chakra system, and the Sacred Year, he explains how the March equinox carries receptive possibility toward action, while the September equinox carries refined understanding into relationship and embodied life. He also considers how the annual solar cycle resembles the ascending and descending movement of a Kriya breath.

    The episode concludes with practical guidance for meditation and contemplation during both equinoxes, inviting us to experience these celestial crossings as opportunities for balance, receptivity, and conscious participation in the greater rhythms of life.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  2. The Power of Spiritual Connection | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS28

    25 minEpisódio 164

    In this talk, Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Strong explores connection as an essential part of spiritual awakening. Beginning with a personal experience involving the Vedic ancestral practice of pitṛ tarpaṇa and an …

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    In this talk, Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Strong explores connection as an essential part of spiritual awakening. Beginning with a personal experience involving the Vedic ancestral practice of pitṛ tarpaṇa and an unexpected discovery about his own family lineage, Mr. Strong considers how meaningful connections, intuitive guidance, relationships, teachers, nature, and spiritual practice can support our return to our essential nature.

    Using the image of a great tree sending its roots toward water, Ryan offers a practical way to evaluate spiritual growth: Is your life expanding into greater connection, understanding, acceptance, and freedom, or becoming increasingly limited by fear, judgment, habits, and attachments? He discusses following the deeper guidance of the heart, drawing strength from the spiritual lineage, living according to truth and ahimsa, and having the courage to make changes when something restricts our growth. Ultimately, meditation provides the deepest restoration of connection, bringing awareness back to stillness and the recognition that the light we seek is our own essential nature.

    For more information on Ryan Strong's Kriya Yoga organization, teachings and events please visit the Living Kriya Yoga website: https://www.livingkriyayoga.org/

    To join the weekly Kriya Yoga Sunday Service/Meditations visit: https://www.kriyayogaalliance.com/

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  3. Obstacles to Yoga Meditation from Yoga Sutra 1.30 | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS27

    1 h 6 minEpisódio 162

    In episode 27 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Donelle Mason, a Kriya Yoga Teacher from New Zealand, offers a thoughtful talk on Yoga Sutra 1.30. This sutra names the obstacles that can arise on the path of yoga …

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    In episode 27 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Donelle Mason, a Kriya Yoga Teacher from New Zealand, offers a thoughtful talk on Yoga Sutra 1.30.

    This sutra names the obstacles that can arise on the path of yoga meditation, including illness, dullness, doubt, carelessness, laziness, sense craving, false perception, lack of progress, and instability. Donelle explores how these obstacles appear in practice and how sincere practitioners can work with them skillfully.

    Through practical reflection and yogic insight, this episode encourages steady effort, self-awareness, and patience as essential supports for meditation and inner transformation.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  4. Being with a Guru | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS26

    43 minEpisódio 163

    In episode 26 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, host Ryan Kurczak reflects on what it means to be with a guru. Drawing from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, Roy Eugene Davis, and his own years of spiritual …

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    In episode 26 of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, host Ryan Kurczak reflects on what it means to be with a guru.

    Drawing from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, Roy Eugene Davis, and his own years of spiritual practice, Ryan explores the guru as a dispeller of darkness and a living access point to wisdom, clarity, and spiritual freedom. He discusses how a sincere relationship with a teacher can support meditation, deepen discernment, and help practitioners attune to the inner guidance that leads toward liberation.

    This episode also considers how students can remain connected to their teachers through study, meditation, remembrance, sacred texts, recorded teachings, and the practical application of spiritual principles. Ryan emphasizes that being with a guru is ultimately expressed through attunement, integrity, devotion, and the willingness to live what has been taught.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  5. Kriya Yoga Lineages, Sanskrit, Renunciation and Ritual with Donelle Mason | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS25

    37 minEpisódio 161

    Kriya Yoga teacher Donelle Mason from New Zealand joins Ryan Kurczak for a thoughtful conversation on insight, Self-realization, lineage, Sanskrit, renunciation, ritual, and spiritual maturity. This episode …

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    Kriya Yoga teacher Donelle Mason from New Zealand joins Ryan Kurczak for a thoughtful conversation on insight, Self-realization, lineage, Sanskrit, renunciation, ritual, and spiritual maturity.

    This episode explores the difference between genuine spiritual insight and mental understanding, the gradual or sudden recognition of Purusha, and how to understand the many branches and variations of Kriya Yoga after Lahiri Mahasaya. Ryan also discusses Sanskrit study, householder life, renunciate ideals, tapas, brahmacharya, desirelessness, kaivalya, and the role of ritual in yogic practice.

    The conversation concludes with reflections on what Ryan wishes he had known at the beginning of the path and how students may deepen from recognizing the Self to seeing the Self in all beings, as taught in the Bhagavad Gita.

    For students of Kriya Yoga, meditation, Yoga philosophy, the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Self-realization, and sincere spiritual practice.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  6. Yoga of Dreams and Sleep | Yoga Sutra 1.38 | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS24

    34 minEpisódio 160

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore Yoga Sutra 1.38 and the practice of clarifying awareness through knowledge of dreams and sleep. Building on the previous Preparation for Samadhi teachings …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore Yoga Sutra 1.38 and the practice of clarifying awareness through knowledge of dreams and sleep. Building on the previous Preparation for Samadhi teachings from Sutras 1.33–1.37, we examine how serenity, breath awareness, balanced prana, inner sensitivity, sorrowless luminosity, and freedom from attachment prepare the practitioner to remain aware through waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. This episode also offers practical guidance for gently cultivating awareness during naps, shavasana, and dream contemplation, helping us recognize the witnessing presence that remains steady through all changing states of experience.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  7. The Spiritual Importance of a Human Life | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS23

    52 minEpisódio 159

    In this episode, “The Spiritual Importance of a Human Life,” we explore why human birth is considered so sacred within the yoga tradition. Human life holds a unique place in creation because it gives us the …

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    In this episode, “The Spiritual Importance of a Human Life,” we explore why human birth is considered so sacred within the yoga tradition.

    Human life holds a unique place in creation because it gives us the capacity for self-awareness, moral choice, spiritual discipline, and direct realization of the Divine. We carry instinctual forces within us, yet we also have the ability to refine the mind, awaken the heart, and consciously participate in the evolution of the soul.

    This episode reflects on the rare opportunity of human incarnation, the responsibility that comes with spiritual practice, and how Kriya Yoga helps us make use of this life for awakening, liberation, and a deeper relationship with Spirit.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  8. Breathwork and Pranayama for Effective Meditation | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS22

    1 h 14 minEpisódio 158

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Bryan Crigler shares a practical and insightful exploration of breathwork, pranayama, and their role in deepening meditation. This talk was recorded during the Kriya …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Bryan Crigler shares a practical and insightful exploration of breathwork, pranayama, and their role in deepening meditation. This talk was recorded during the Kriya Yoga March Equinox Retreat and focuses on how the breath serves as a bridge between the physical body and the subtle experience of prana.

    Bryan combines traditional yogic teachings with modern breath science, offering clear guidance on how breathing patterns influence the nervous system, mental states, and meditative depth. He explains the importance of nasal breathing, diaphragmatic breathing, and respiratory efficiency, along with simple techniques to calm the mind, regulate stress, and prepare for meditation.

    This episode also introduces key concepts such as pranic sensitivity, the nadis (energy channels), and how breathwork supports awareness of subtle energy within Kriya Yoga practice. Listeners will gain practical tools to improve focus, reduce anxiety, and access deeper states of meditation through conscious breathing.

    Whether you are new to pranayama or looking to refine your Kriya Yoga practice, this episode offers grounded instruction that connects ancient wisdom with modern understanding.

    To learn more about Bryan Crigler's offerings as a Kriya Yoga Meditation Facilitator, please visit: https://www.kriyayogamidwest.com/

    Note: This episode includes guided practice sessions. Be responsible and only practice in safe circumstances and with the approval of your healthcare providers.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  9. The Best Talk on Samadhi and Kriya Yoga | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS21

    60 minEpisódio 157

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Kriya Yoga teacher Donelle Mason offers a comprehensive introduction to Samadhi, the highest state of meditation described in classical yoga. This talk was recorded …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Kriya Yoga teacher Donelle Mason offers a comprehensive introduction to Samadhi, the highest state of meditation described in classical yoga. This talk was recorded during the Online Kriya Yoga Equinox Retreat and presents a clear, practical understanding of how Samadhi develops through consistent spiritual practice.

    Donelle explains the eight limbs of yoga, including the importance of the yamas and niyamas as the foundation for meditation. She also breaks down the stages of Samadhi, moving from concentration on gross objects like breath and mantra to subtler states of awareness, including bliss (Ananda) and the sense of “I-am-ness” (Asmita). Common meditation challenges such as mental distractions, attachment to bliss, and the experience of blankness are also addressed in detail.

    Listeners will gain insight into key yoga philosophy concepts from the Yoga Sutras, including abhyasa (practice), vairagya (non-attachment), and the role of disciplined effort in achieving deeper states of meditation. This episode also highlights how Kriya Yoga integrates meditation, action (karma yoga), devotion (bhakti yoga), and knowledge (jnana yoga) into a complete path toward self-realization.

    Whether you are new to meditation or a long-time practitioner, this episode provides practical guidance on how to deepen your practice, overcome obstacles, and move toward direct experience of Samadhi.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  10. "Is One Awakening Experience Enough?" and Other Questions | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS20

    1 h 6 minEpisódio 153

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak is interviewed by student and Kriya practitioner Pushya Mistry in a thoughtful, in-depth conversation that explores the inner mechanics of spiritual …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak is interviewed by student and Kriya practitioner Pushya Mistry in a thoughtful, in-depth conversation that explores the inner mechanics of spiritual practice and the realities of walking the Kriya Yoga path.

    Drawing from his own sincere inquiry, Pushya brings forward questions that many practitioners quietly carry—about technique, imagination, intuition, realization, lineage, and the long arc of spiritual maturation. Ryan responds with clarity shaped by a couple decades of practice, teaching, and personal experience, offering insight that is both grounded and reflective.

    Topics explored in this episode include:

    • The role of imagination and contemplation in meditation and higher states of awareness

    • How and when to work skillfully with subtle inner experiences without falling into fantasy

    • What enlightenment and liberation actually mean within the Kriya Yoga and Yoga Sutra framework

    • The difference between momentary spiritual glimpses and stable realization

    • The importance of lineage, fidelity to practice, and embodied understanding

    • The most challenging and most rewarding aspects of a lifelong spiritual journey

    • Practical guidance for both new practitioners and emerging meditation teachers

    The conversation unfolds as a genuine dialogue rather than a formal Q&A, allowing Ryan’s responses to touch on loss, faith, discipline, discernment, and the quiet confidence that develops through sustained practice. Pushya’s questions give voice to the concerns of serious students navigating depth, distance, and devotion on the path.

    This episode is especially valuable for listeners seeking a mature, unsensational understanding of Kriya Yoga—one that honors both inner realization and the patience, humility, and steadiness required to live it.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  11. Meaninglessness, Meditation and Losing Interest in Life | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS19

    51 minEpisódio 156

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore a question many meditators quietly wrestle with: Why does life sometimes feel less interesting as meditation deepens? As spiritual practice grows …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore a question many meditators quietly wrestle with: Why does life sometimes feel less interesting as meditation deepens?

    As spiritual practice grows, interests, motivations, and relationships can begin to shift. Activities that once felt exciting may lose their pull, while inner life becomes richer and more compelling. Is this a healthy sign of spiritual development—or could it be a form of withdrawal from life?

    This conversation examines how to recognize the difference between genuine spiritual maturation and subtle avoidance. We discuss how meditation naturally reshapes priorities, why it’s normal to outgrow certain habits or environments, and how to remain engaged with family, work, and creativity while still honoring a deeper inner calling.

    The episode also touches on the role of self-reflection, the importance of psychological healing alongside meditation, and how a balanced spiritual path allows both inner realization and meaningful participation in everyday life.

    If you’ve ever wondered whether losing interest in the noise of the world means something is wrong—or whether it might signal a deeper transformation—this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical guidance.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  12. Pranic Sensitivity and Surrender Vs. Effort | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS18

    48 minEpisódio 154

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak sits down with Bryan Crigler for a grounded, wide-ranging conversation on what it actually looks like to build a mature Kriya Yoga practice over time …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak sits down with Bryan Crigler for a grounded, wide-ranging conversation on what it actually looks like to build a mature Kriya Yoga practice over time.

    Bryan shares his winding spiritual path—from early curiosity, martial arts, pranayama, and psychedelic exploration, to discovering Kriya Yoga as a steady, embodied way of realization. Together, Ryan and Bryan explore how disciplined daily practice evolves into something natural and enjoyable, and how surrender, curiosity, and consistency shape long-term progress.

    Topics discussed in this episode include:

    • Developing pranic sensitivity and body awareness through breath and attention

    • The role of imagination in working skillfully with pranayama and subtle awareness

    • Navigating plateaus, distractions, and shifting expectations in meditation

    • The difference between peak experiences and stable inner development

    • Psychedelics and spirituality, and why steady practice offers deeper integration

    • How meditation naturally reshapes lifestyle choices, relationships, and habits

    • Working with surrender vs. effort in advanced stages of practice

    • The practical value of the yamas and niyamas beyond moral rules

    • Creating less outer drama to support deeper inner stillness

    Throughout the conversation, Bryan reflects on how sustained practice gradually raises the baseline of awareness, allowing meditation to remain accessible even on difficult days. Ryan adds context from lineage teachings, emphasizing patience, embodiment, and fidelity to practice over chasing experiences.

    This episode is especially valuable for practitioners who are past the beginner phase and are learning how Kriya Yoga integrates into daily life, relationships, and long-term spiritual maturity.

    Learn more about Bryan Crigler: https://www.kriyayogamidwest.com/

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  13. Not Devotional? No Problem. | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS17

    29 minEpisódio 155

    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak responds to a thoughtful question many sincere practitioners ask. What happens when we enter the Kriya path through clarity, discrimination, and …

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    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak responds to a thoughtful question many sincere practitioners ask.

    What happens when we enter the Kriya path through clarity, discrimination, and philosophical coherence—yet feel hesitant around devotion? When Sāṃkhya’s precision builds trust in the process, the Bhagavad Gita offers a first glimpse of theistic meaning, and Krishna appears as a guide rather than a belief—how do we understand devotion without forcing symbolism or sentiment?

    Ryan explores how devotion unfolds organically on the Kriya Yoga path, especially for those whose orientation begins with insight rather than bhakti. He speaks to the natural maturation of devotion as practice deepens, the subtle shift from conceptual understanding to experienced inner relationship, and the role of patience, honesty, and inner readiness.

    This conversation gently addresses whether devotion should be cultivated intentionally through study and openness, or allowed to arise on its own through sustained practice—and how both approaches can harmonize within a yogic worldview.

    A grounded, clarifying episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  14. Jyoti Mudra, Love and Siddhis | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS16

    1 h 4 minEpisódio 152

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Bryan Crigler sits down with Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Kurczak for a wide-ranging, candid conversation that blends practical technique, experience, and the deeper …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, Bryan Crigler sits down with Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Kurczak for a wide-ranging, candid conversation that blends practical technique, experience, and the deeper questions that naturally arise on a committed spiritual path.

    This episode unfolds as a thoughtful dialogue shaped by Bryan’s real questions—many of them drawn directly from his own meditation practice and from conversations with fellow students. Together, Bryan and Ryan explore how Kriya Yoga actually shows up in daily life, especially once the practice begins to mature.

    They dive into nuanced territory, including:

    • Working skillfully with Yoni (Jyothi) Mudra, subtle awareness, and internalization
    • The role of imagination, emotion, and feeling as bridges to pranic sensitivity
    • How to understand and relate to siddhis without distraction or ego inflation
    • Cultivating and trusting intuition through truthfulness and embodiment
    • Navigating dharma, social responsibility, and inner equanimity in a turbulent world
    • Why spiritual practice often reshapes relationships—and how to meet that with clarity and compassion
    • Letting go of alcohol and old social patterns while rebuilding healthy community and sangha
    • Applying yogic principles to the most challenging arena of all: intimate relationships

    Throughout the conversation, Ryan offers grounded perspective drawn from decades of practice, teaching, and personal transformation, while Bryan brings the voice of a sincere, questioning practitioner who isn’t afraid to ask what many are quietly wondering.

    This episode is especially valuable for students who are moving beyond the basics of technique and beginning to grapple with how Kriya Yoga changes perception, priorities, relationships, and identity itself. Honest, reflective, and deeply human, it’s a conversation about what the path really looks like as it starts working.

    Learn more about Bryan Crigler: https://www.kriyayogamidwest.com/

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  15. What Part of Us Doesn't Feel Pain? | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS15

    32 minEpisódio 151

    In this opening Kriya Yoga Online Sunday Service of the year, we explore a question that sits at the heart of the spiritual path: What part of us doesn’t feel pain? While pain is an unavoidable part of human …

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    In this opening Kriya Yoga Online Sunday Service of the year, we explore a question that sits at the heart of the spiritual path: What part of us doesn’t feel pain?

    While pain is an unavoidable part of human life—experienced through the body, emotions, relationships, and changing circumstances—yogic wisdom points to something within us that remains untouched by suffering. This episode reflects on that deeper dimension of our being: the seer, the witness, the Self.

    Drawing from the teachings of Kriya Yoga, this talk examines why most people come to spiritual practice through difficulty, dissatisfaction, or a sense of lack—and how meditation, when practiced with the right intention, leads not just to relaxation, but to direct recognition of our essential nature.

    We explore:

    • The difference between meditation as relaxation and meditation as realization

    • Why zoning out or calming the mind is not the same as knowing the Self

    • How repeated glimpses of the witness gradually transform the way we experience life

    • Why suffering doesn’t disappear on the spiritual path, but loses its grip

    • How challenges, loss, and change become teachers rather than obstacles

    This episode also reflects honestly on the nature of the human world—aging, loss, impermanence, and uncertainty—and why spiritual maturity begins with understanding life as it actually is, not as we wish it to be.

    Rather than encouraging escape from the world, this talk invites a deeper presence within it. When awareness shifts from what changes to what is changeless, we discover a center of clarity, peace, and wisdom that supports us through every phase of life.

    Whether you are new to meditation or have been practicing for many years, this episode offers a grounded reminder: the part of you that doesn’t feel pain is not something to be created—it is something to be recognized.

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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  16. Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Spiritual Communion | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS14

    44 minEpisódio 150

    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) can support deeper meditation, psychological integration, and an authentic experience of divine communion. Drawing from …

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    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) can support deeper meditation, psychological integration, and an authentic experience of divine communion.

    Drawing from yogic philosophy, contemplative practice, and modern therapeutic insight, this talk examines why sincere meditation and devotion sometimes feel blocked—even after years of practice. The core insight: spiritual realization flourishes most naturally when the inner world is coherent, stable, and Self-led.

    Internal Family Systems offers a practical framework for understanding the “parts” of the psyche—protective managers, reactive firefighters, and wounded exiles—and how unresolved inner conflict can quietly interfere with meditation, prayer, and daily spiritual life. When these parts are listened to, integrated, and guided by the Self, inner noise settles and spiritual practice becomes more effortless, spacious, and alive.

    The episode connects IFS with key yogic principles such as Īśvara Praṇidhāna (communion or surrender to the Divine), samādhi, and Self-realization, suggesting that psychological healing is not a detour from the spiritual path, but often a powerful accelerator of it.

    This conversation is especially relevant for long-time meditators who feel stalled, seekers struggling to sustain inner peace beyond the cushion, or anyone interested in bridging therapy, yoga, and contemplative spirituality in a grounded, discerning way.

    Referenced text includes No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz and prior Kriya Yoga Podcast discussions on psychological wellbeing and spiritual practice.

    The Kriya Yoga Podcast 202 Spiritual Counseling Spiritual Practice

    The Kriya Yoga Podcast 95 Healing Blockages of the Heart Chakra

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  17. Yoga is Samadhi | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS13

    38 minEpisódio 149

    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak explores the essence of yoga as the practice of Samadhi—a theme that will guide all classes, retreats, and offerings throughout 2026 as we celebrate a …

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    In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Ryan Kurczak explores the essence of yoga as the practice of Samadhi—a theme that will guide all classes, retreats, and offerings throughout 2026 as we celebrate a “Year of Samadhi.” Ryan shares upcoming opportunities for study and practice, including a monthly Patreon series on the preparatory processes in the Yoga Sutras, a six-week Samadhi Yoga Book Study Group, and a June Solstice retreat at the Himalayan Institute. Drawing from Vyāsa’s powerful statement that “Yoga is Samadhi,” Ryan walks listeners through the foundational principles that make Samadhi both the heart of yoga and an attainable experience for sincere practitioners. He highlights the importance of daily meditation, present-moment awareness, sattvic living, and Patanjali’s contemplations in Sutras 1.33–1.39 as essential tools for cultivating a serene, one-pointed mind. This episode offers inspiration, structure, and clarity for anyone committed to developing a direct, meaningful experience of Samadhi.

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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  18. The Divine Love and Power of Saint Francis | A Conversation with Isha Das | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS12

    55 minEpisódio 148

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast we talked about Merchant to Mystic, Isha Das’ powerful re-telling of the life of Francis of Assisi—not as a distant saint, but as a true hero whose journey mirrors our …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast we talked about Merchant to Mystic, Isha Das’ powerful re-telling of the life of Francis of Assisi—not as a distant saint, but as a true hero whose journey mirrors our own. We explored how this young, privileged pleasure-seeker from medieval Assisi transformed into one of history’s most beloved spiritual figures, and how failure, mission, community, meditation, lifestyle change, and surrender shaped his inner evolution. We also reflected on the pivotal role of Clare of Assisi, the way Francis embodied Christ Consciousness, and how his death reflected the purity of the life he lived. What makes Isha Das’ perspective so compelling is the depth of love and lived experience behind it—his forty years as a psychotherapist and mystical teacher illuminate Francis’ story in a way that feels immediate, human, and deeply relevant for modern seekers.

    You can find Isha Das' new book, Merchant to Mystic: The Hero's Journey of Francis of Assisi here: https://a.co/d/dUOzUFs

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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  19. Yoga Sutra Samadhi Pada with David McGrath | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS11

    1 h 10 minEpisódio 147

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast I speak with David McGrath, author and Kriya Yoga teacher. David and I discuss his most excellent and engaging commentary on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Pada 1. David …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast I speak with David McGrath, author and Kriya Yoga teacher. David and I discuss his most excellent and engaging commentary on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Pada 1. David has written one of the most lucid and helpful modern commentaries on Patanjali's work. It is well worth the read for any serious student of yogic meditation.

    You can find David's new book, Yoga Sūtra of Patañjali: Book One – Samādhi Pāda — Concentrated Absorption here: https://a.co/d/1CvtSnK

    Learn more about Mr. McGrath's teachings here: https://www.davidmcgrath.ie/kriya-yoga

    ...and if you'd like to join us on retreat in Ireland, mark your calendar for fall of 2026. David and I will be hosting a week long retreat, just south of Dublin.

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    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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  20. The Burning Present Moment | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS10

    59 minEpisódio 145

    The Burning Present Moment On the spiritual path, enthusiasm often gives way to what one teacher called “the icky middle”—that in-between place where the excitement of beginning meets the challenge of …

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    The Burning Present Moment

    On the spiritual path, enthusiasm often gives way to what one teacher called “the icky middle”—that in-between place where the excitement of beginning meets the challenge of transformation. It’s here that we learn: awakening isn’t just about peace or bliss. It’s about endurance, sincerity, and courage to live in the truth of the present moment.

    To experience what’s real, we must let go of the small, familiar self. The process can feel raw—like peeling off layers of identity that have clung to us for years. At first, it may even hurt. But that sensitivity marks the beginning of true presence.

    Just as Plato’s cave-dweller must adjust to sunlight after a lifetime of shadows, we too must learn to bear the brilliance of awareness. Many retreat back into the dark, but those who stay discover a new world waiting in the light—a world of clarity, love, and direct experience.

    Letting go of old patterns, relationships, and self-images brings a natural grief. Yet this too is sacred. We honor what we’ve outgrown without turning back. In that surrender, space opens for joy and freshness—the pulse of Spirit in the present moment.

    In Kriya Yoga, our practices—breath, mantra, meditation—are the steady work of freeing ourselves from the cave. When the chains fall away, we begin to sense freedom not as an idea, but as a living awareness. The invitation then is simple but profound:

    Stay with the light. Live in the burning present moment where Spirit is always now.

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    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  21. Good Company, Patience and Internal Transformation with Asha Nayaswami | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS9

    48 minEpisódio 146

    An Interview with Asha Nayaswami This episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Asha Nayaswami, a spiritual director from Ananda Palo Alto and a longtime disciple of Swami …

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    An Interview with Asha Nayaswami

    This episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Asha Nayaswami, a spiritual director from Ananda Palo Alto and a longtime disciple of Swami Kriyananda since 1969.

    Asha shares her early quest for truth, her transformative encounter with Kriyananda, and her subsequent journey in the Ananda community.

    The Importance of Dynamic Practice and Living

    She discusses the importance of good company, patience, and internal transformation on the spiritual path. Asha offers practical advice for beginners and seasoned practitioners, emphasizing the necessity of continuous inspiration, the integration of spirituality into daily life, and the profound understanding that real security and happiness come from within. The discussion also covers the challenges of maintaining spiritual practices amidst worldly distractions and the importance of finding a balance between spiritual and material pursuits.

    For more information on Asha Nayaswami's offerings, please visit: https://www.ashajoy.org/

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    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  22. Chitta - The Essential Knowledge of Yoga | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS8

    30 minEpisódio 144

    Experiencing and understanding Chitta, what Chitta is, how to know it, and its relevance to your yoga meditation practice is necessary for the promise of yoga to give its final fruits. In this episode, we …

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    Experiencing and understanding Chitta, what Chitta is, how to know it, and its relevance to your yoga meditation practice is necessary for the promise of yoga to give its final fruits.

    In this episode, we continue on from episode 7 and explore the nature of Chitta.

    Advised Reference Material Can be Found:

    Free Class on Chapter 1 (Pada 1) of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

    The American Sanskrit Institute

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    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  23. Nirodha - The Essential Principle of Yoga | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS7

    37 minEpisódio 143

    Nirodha Saṁskāra: How the Mind Transforms in Deep Yoga One of the most fascinating ideas in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is the subtle inner transformation that happens as the mind becomes still. What Is Nirodha? …

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    Nirodha Saṁskāra: How the Mind Transforms in Deep Yoga

    One of the most fascinating ideas in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is the subtle inner transformation that happens as the mind becomes still.

    What Is Nirodha?

    Patanjali defines yoga as:

    “Yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ” (Yoga Sutra 1.2)
    Yoga is the cessation (nirodha) of the fluctuations of the mind.

    But how do we actually reach that state? It doesn’t happen all at once — it’s a gradual transformation where the restless patterns of thought are replaced by inner stillness.

    The Two Competing Tendencies

    In Sutra 3.9, Patanjali describes two forces in the mind:

    • Vyutthāna Saṁskāra: the tendency toward distraction and mental chatter

    • Nirodha Saṁskāra: the tendency toward silence and restraint

    As we meditate and practice, the nirodha-saṁskāras grow stronger, and the vyutthāna-saṁskāras fade away. This shift is called nirodha-pariṇāma, or the transformation toward inner stillness.

    The Inner Shift

    The mind doesn’t go silent all at once. It moves through many moments of stillness, where restraint begins to dominate. Over time, these moments string together into a deep, sustained state of peace.

    Understanding nirodha-saṁskāra helps us see that meditation isn’t about forcing the mind, but about training it gently, allowing new patterns of stillness to take root. Every time we sit in awareness, we’re imprinting peace into the mind itself.

    Yoga is about replacing mental noise with inner clarity. Patanjali’s wisdom reminds us that transformation comes not from struggle, but from consistent practice and subtle inner change.

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  24. Functioning in a Mystical Reality | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS6

    50 minEpisódio 142

    This episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast is recording from our annual June Kriya Yoga Solstice Retreat. Kriya Yoga teacher Ryan Kurczak explores ways to access the mystical state and what it is like to function …

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    This episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast is recording from our annual June Kriya Yoga Solstice Retreat. Kriya Yoga teacher Ryan Kurczak explores ways to access the mystical state and what it is like to function and experience that state.

    Topics include:

    • Imagining the Mystical Experience
    • Allowing Yourself to Experience a Mystical State
    • Losing Yourself in Mystical Experience
    • Extreme Techniques Don't work for Real Mysticism
    • The Psychological Key to Mystical Experience
    • Jesus
    • Attachment to Happiness in Meditation

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    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  25. Touching the Radiant Field of Enlightenment | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS5

    1 h 8 minEpisódio 141

    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from a talk given during the 2025 summer annual Kriya Yoga week-long retreat in Rochester, NY. In this discussion we explore the power of Sattva as grace and …

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    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from a talk given during the 2025 summer annual Kriya Yoga week-long retreat in Rochester, NY. In this discussion we explore the power of Sattva as grace and an essential component of our enlightenment practice.

    For a full explanation of this topic, please see Ryan Kurczak's book,

    Kriya Yoga and the Primordial Powers of Creation: A Guide to Sattva, Rajas and Tamas

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  26. Patanjali's Perfect Yoga Meditation Flow |The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS4

    33 minEpisódio 140

    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from a talk given by Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Kurczak during the 2025 Kriya Yoga Online Solstice Retreat. The Discussion includes: Supportive Techniques from …

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    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from a talk given by Kriya Yoga Teacher Ryan Kurczak during the 2025 Kriya Yoga Online Solstice Retreat.

    The Discussion includes:

    Supportive Techniques from Chapter I: Sutras I.33–I.39

    Patanjali offers auxiliary methods to stabilize the mind in Sutras I.33–I.39, forming a meditative ladder:

    • I.33 – Cultivating attitudes of friendliness (toward the happy), compassion (toward the suffering), joy (toward the virtuous), and equanimity (toward the non-virtuous).

    • I.34 – Focusing on the exhalation and natural pause of breath.

    • I.35 – Meditating on subtle sensory experiences (such as inner energy or warmth).

    • I.36 – Contemplating a state free from sorrow and full of inner light.

    • I.37 – Meditating on the consciousness of one who is spiritually free.

    • I.38 – Contemplating dream and deep sleep states.

    • I.39 – Meditating on any object suitable to one’s disposition.

    These are not arbitrary suggestions, but a progressive structure. For example, I.33 helps remove emotional and psychological obstacles; I.34–I.35 deepen bodily and energetic awareness; I.36–I.37 open the door to spiritual radiance and guru consciousness; I.38–I.39 reflect the ultimate flexibility and maturity of the practitioner.

    The Goal of Samadhi and Spiritual Evolution

    The culmination of sustained meditative practice is Samadhi, described not as an escape from the world but as union with reality. The deeper forms of samadhi signify the dissolution of ego and personal identity, allowing pure consciousness to shine through. As described in Sutra IV.33–IV.34, transformation is a transmutation of form, as the field of consciousness evolves from gross (human) to subtle (divine).

    This spiritual evolution requires the practitioner to surrender personal likes, dislikes, and egoic narratives—attaining Vairagya (detachment) and Abhyasa (consistent practice), referenced in Sutra I.12.

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  27. When You Know Samadhi |The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS3

    38 minEpisódio 140

    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, When You Know Samadhi explores the philosophical and practical aspects of meditation within the framework of Kriya Yoga and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The main topics …

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    This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, When You Know Samadhi explores the philosophical and practical aspects of meditation within the framework of Kriya Yoga and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The main topics include:

    1. The Purpose of Meditation
      Meditation is presented not as a relaxation technique but as a means to access one's true, timeless essence. The goal is the cessation of mental fluctuations to recognize the stillness and fullness at the core of being.

    2. Commitment to Practice
      The importance of long-term dedication is emphasized. Students are encouraged to remain engaged with the practices over time, as deep realization requires persistent application rather than brief exposure.

    3. Letting Go of the Ego
      True yoga involves dissolving the ego—the "personage" that clings to identity and personality. The path is one of surrender and relinquishment of attachments to fully experience spiritual freedom.

    4. Outer and Inner Limbs of Yoga
      The essay delineates between the outer practices (yamas, niyamas, asana, pranayama, pratyahara) and the inner practices (dharana, dhyana, samadhi). Mastery of the outer limbs is seen as foundational for accessing the inner experiences.

    5. The Mechanics of Meditation
      Meditation (dhyana) is defined as uninterrupted focus on a single object. This focus must be maintained for 12 breaths to be considered meditation, and 144 breaths to reach samadhi. These thresholds offer a concrete structure for understanding meditative depth.

    6. Modern Distractions and Spiritual Focus
      The essay criticizes modern distractions like social media and “spiritual doom scrolling.” Instead, it advocates for focused, authentic engagement with traditional texts and practices to cultivate concentration and spiritual discipline.

    7. Spiritual Transformation and Evolution
      Spiritual growth is described as a transformation akin to evolution—from human to divine being (deva). This requires pouring the energy and habits of the old self into a new, higher mode of being.

    8. One-Pointedness and Daily Practice
      One-pointed focus (ekagrata) is vital not only in meditation but in daily activities. Practicing concentrated awareness throughout life enhances the capacity for deeper meditation.

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    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

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    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  28. Overthinking the Sacred | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS2

    33 minEpisódio 139

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast Ryan reflects on a conversation with yoga retreat attendees struggling to understand or experience what is "sacred." This sparks a broader exploration of how modern …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast Ryan reflects on a conversation with yoga retreat attendees struggling to understand or experience what is "sacred." This sparks a broader exploration of how modern life—especially overthinking, distractions, and unresolved inner conflicts—prevents many from recognizing sacredness in daily life.

    Key Points:

    1. Invitation to Reflect: Listeners are asked to consider what "sacred" means to them personally—how it feels, and what blocks them from experiencing it.

    2. Modern Distractions & Impurities: Our technology-saturated, overly scheduled lives (including spiritual "doom scrolling") clutter the mind, making sacred experiences harder to access.

    3. Overthinking as a Barrier: Many overthink spiritual matters to the point of paralysis. Seeking intellectual proof or control keeps us from directly experiencing the sacred, which transcends logic.

    4. Importance of Simplicity & Stillness: Like in meditation, we must learn to let go of distractions to become receptive. Sacredness arises not through analysis, but through presence and quiet attention.

    5. Trust in Practice Over Proof: Spiritual traditions exist because they offer tested pathways to sacred experience. Rather than demanding proof (e.g., levitating yogis), one must engage the process sincerely and consistently.

    6. Skepticism vs. Surrender: While questioning is natural, endlessly asking “why” is a trap. Faith, curiosity, and practice are needed to move past doubt into lived experience.

    7. Sacredness in Relationship & Practice: True presence—whether with a child, an instrument, or in meditation—creates sacred moments. It’s not about doing more, but about being more present.

    8. Mystics Weren’t Lazy: Saints and mystics across traditions achieved spiritual insight through rigorous and consistent practice, not casual dabbling.

    9. Realization is Beyond the Mind: True spiritual awakening can't be fully described or proven intellectually. It must be experienced directly.

    10. Curiosity Over Control: Rather than trying to control or understand everything, approach the spiritual path with wonder, awe, and dedication.

    Final Message: To experience the sacred, stop overthinking. Trust a well-worn path, stay curious, be present, and practice sincerely over time. Sacredness is found not through intellectual mastery, but through lived, open-hearted experience.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  29. Foundations of Spiritual Realization | The Kriya Yoga Podcast IS1

    51 minEpisódio 138

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the Foundations of Authentic Spiritual Realization. In this insightful episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, host Ryan Kurczak welcomes Isha Das, the spiritual …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the Foundations of Authentic Spiritual Realization.

    In this insightful episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, host Ryan Kurczak welcomes Isha Das, the spiritual director of the Assisi Institute, for a profound conversation on the vital connection between mental health and the deeper practice of Kriya Yoga.

    Together, they explore why cultivating a balanced psychological state is not just beneficial but essential before diving into the transformative depths of spiritual practice. Isha Das brings a compassionate and grounded perspective, emphasizing that spiritual paths should never be used to escape our emotional or psychological challenges. Instead, true spiritual work involves courageously facing and healing the inner wounds we carry—preparing the soul for authentic self-realization.

    This episode also delves into:

    • The importance of a stable foundation in life for lasting spiritual growth

    • Why emotional maturity and self-awareness enhance meditation and Kriya practice

    • The sacred role of the teacher-student relationship in guiding aspirants toward deeper understanding

    • How integrating psychological healing with spiritual discipline leads to wholeness

    The conversation concludes with a special invitation to the upcoming week-long Kriya Yoga Immersion Retreat in July, a powerful opportunity for spiritual seekers to connect in community and deepen their practice in a supportive, transformative environment.

    🎟️ To learn more or register for the retreat, visit:
    https://www.assisi-institute.org/events/kriya-yoga-immersion-the-path-of-enlightened-transformation

    Whether you're a long-time practitioner or new to the path, this episode offers valuable insights into how emotional and spiritual wellness are inseparable on the road to enlightenment.

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    🌟 Stay Connected & Deepen Your Practice

    If you’d like to participate in future live sessions, consider joining the Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    📘 For continued inspiration and instruction, check out Ryan Kurczak’s latest book:
    An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice, available in hardcover and paperback on Amazon.

    🧘‍♂️ Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author, authorized to teach in 2005 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    🔗 Explore more resources:

    Thank you for listening, and may your path be filled with clarity, strength, and peace.

  30. TKYP227 | The Power of Kriya Yoga

    1 h 2 minEpisódio 137

    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the power of Kriya Yoga. The Power of Kriya Yoga: An Exploration of Self-Realization and Transcendence Kriya Yoga is a profound spiritual discipline that …

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    In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the power of Kriya Yoga.

    The Power of Kriya Yoga: An Exploration of Self-Realization and Transcendence

    Kriya Yoga is a profound spiritual discipline that seeks to bridge the gap between the human experience and transcendence. This podcast delves into the reflections shared in a comprehensive lecture on the power of Kriya Yoga, touching on its transformative potential, philosophical underpinnings, and practical applications. Through the lens of a teacher's journey and insights, we explore the essence of this ancient practice.

    A Journey of Discovery

    Ryan recounts his initial encounter with Kriya Yoga, stemming from a deep yearning for spiritual clarity and understanding. Raised in a Christian tradition that did not fully satisfy his spiritual curiosity, he discovered the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through the seminal work Autobiography of a Yogi. This exposure ignited a quest for enlightenment, leading to years of dedicated practice and mentorship under Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Yogananda.

    The transformative journey into Kriya Yoga begins with the premise that life is more than a physical or intellectual endeavor—it is a spiritual progression. Kriya Yoga offers a structured, "scientific" approach to transcendence, emphasizing direct experience over abstract philosophy.

    Philosophy and Practice

    Kriya Yoga is rooted in ancient Indian spiritual traditions, particularly the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita. Its philosophy underscores the alignment of mental, emotional, and psychological harmony as prerequisites for spiritual maturity. This discipline demands adherence to ethical principles (Yamas and Niyamas) and consistent meditative practice to unveil higher states of consciousness.

    Central to the practice is the idea of directing energy within the body along the spinal pathway, engaging chakras (energy centers) to achieve self-realization. By transcending the limitations of the root chakra—associated with basic survival instincts—practitioners progress through higher centers, unlocking creativity, love, wisdom, and eventually mystical insight.

    Mr. Kurczak emphasizes the role of action (Kriya) in this process. Transformation occurs through effort and discipline, aligning one's life with spiritual principles and fostering emotional and psychological balance.

    The Mystical Unknowing

    One of the most profound aspects of Kriya Yoga is its ability to guide practitioners into a state of "mystical unknowing." Rather than offering definitive answers, it cultivates faith and acceptance of the unknown. This "faith" is not a blind adherence but a trust born from direct experiences of spiritual support and coherence. Life's challenges are reframed as opportunities for growth, providing clarity and resilience through adversity.

    Ryan recounts moments of doubt and despair, only to find that persistent practice reveals the intelligence underlying life's difficulties. Meditation and philosophical study serve as tools to decode these challenges, aligning the practitioner's actions and choices with a higher purpose.

    The Human Journey

    Kriya Yoga positions human life as a bridge between primal instincts and divine transcendence. Drawing on the metaphor of the chakras, it describes the evolutionary journey from survival (root chakra) to spiritual illumination (crown chakra). This progression mirrors the transformation of unconscious living to a state of enlightened awareness.

    The speaker highlights the importance of personal growth as a foundation for spiritual advancement. Emotional and psychological maturity, cultivated through introspection and therapeutic practices, lays the groundwork for deeper meditation. This interplay between inner harmony and spiritual practice reflects the integrative nature of Kriya Yoga.

    Practical Implications

    Kriya Yoga's teachings extend beyond the meditation cushion. The discipline advocates for a life of integrity, authenticity, and alignment with universal truths. Practitioners are encouraged to live in harmony with the world, adopting sustainable practices, cultivating meaningful relationships, and embodying principles of truth and nonviolence.

    Moreover, the speaker underscores the importance of personal effort and commitment. Spiritual progress is not a passive journey but one that requires active engagement with life's challenges and a willingness to let go of outdated beliefs and habits.

    Conclusion

    Kriya Yoga offers a path to transcendence through a blend of philosophy, meditation, and ethical living. Its transformative power lies in its ability to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit, guiding practitioners toward direct experiences of the divine.

    As the speaker concludes, life itself becomes a form of divine communion, where every experience—joyful or painful—serves as a teacher. The ultimate goal is to realize the innate coherence of existence and to embody a state of enlightened awareness.

    This podcast encapsulates the essence of Kriya Yoga as not merely a practice but a profound way of being, offering a roadmap to spiritual self-discovery and the realization of life's deeper purpose.

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    If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program.

    For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice. Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon.

    Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.

    For more information about this work please visit:

    A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work.

    https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga

    Blog posts, books and information on the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Course.

    https://kriyayogaonline.com/

    A Year Long Kriya Yoga Introduction Course

    Kriya Yoga Online Ashram (teachable.com)

    Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

    https://www.youtube.com/user/KriyaYogaOnline

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