Yogananda Podcast

Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 12: Contrasting a parent with a Guru


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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: 
“It was Master’s practice to point out...”  
to  
“... permitted the fitful sleep of ignorance.”   

Summary: 

This episode focusses on the themes of self-criticism, constructive feedback, and the challenges of ‘converting’ individuals toward the spiritual path. We also delved into the complexities of concepts such as criticism, detachment, and the role of a guru, emphasizing the importance of learning from feedback, humility, and personal growth. Finally, we review Mukunda’s methods of handling criticism of Sri Yukteswar and why devotees leave the path, reflecting on their experiences with volunteer recruitment, retention and the concept of 'ego bomb'. 

0:00 Meet Cian; 
5:00 Summary of previous episode; 
6:20 The love of a parent; 
17:45 Criticism; 
51:24 New students; 
1:11:00 Defensiveness; 
1:56:30 Looking ahead to the next episode. 

Links discussed in this episode: 
https://youtu.be/8Y49dcOC3-8?si=4TiiVp-OChbwt7yH 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: 
“During my early months with Master I experienced...” 
to 
“...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” 

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