Kriya Yoga Today with Yogacharya O'Brian

When a spiritual friend wrote to Brother Lawrence about her struggle with prayer and meditation because her mind was distracted, he replied that she wasn't saying anything new. It’s a common enough challenge and, in our day and age, even more so. We are generally more distracted than recollected, and we pay a price for that. The cost is in our joy, our joy in living. Yet this joy is always there for us to reclaim whenever we intentionally engage our will. Learn the way of recollection.

Chapter 6, v. 24-28

How can we quiet a wandering mind and deepen our meditation practice? These verses offer practical guidance for developing concentration, strengthening discernment, and gently returning our attention to the Divine Self. Discover how patience and perseverance support spiritual awakening, cultivate lasting inner peace, and allow meditative awareness to guide everyday life.

Chapter 6, v. 19-23

What does it mean to become established in our innate wholeness? These verses explore the quiet mind, the boundless joy of the Self, and the inner freedom that unfolds through steadfast meditation. As awareness becomes anchored in the truth of our being, we discover a deeper capacity to meet sorrow without becoming identified with it. With perseverance and courage, the practice of yoga reveals the wholeness and peace that are already present within.

Chapter 6, v. 16-19

A balanced approach to eating, sleeping, working, and recreation supports a steady spiritual life. Through Kriya Yoga meditation and mindful self-discipline, the restless mind gradually becomes clear, focused, and receptive to the soul’s peace. These verses reveal how sadhana leads toward samadhi and the direct experience of innate wholeness. As awareness becomes established in pure consciousness, moderation, wise discernment, and inner freedom arise naturally.

How can we experience the presence of God throughout the day? Inspired by the teachings of Brother Lawrence and the wisdom of Kriya Yoga, this episode introduces a simple practice of divine remembrance that brings the wandering mind home to the heart. Through prayer, loving awareness, and an intimate sense of the Divine within and around us, we discover a way to live with greater peace, love, joy, and presence.

Chapter 6, v. 13-15

A steady body, focused inner gaze, and serene heart create the conditions for deeper meditation. These verses offer practical guidance for aligning posture, breath, energy, and attention while cultivating fearlessness, self-control, and devotion to the highest realization. As the mind grows calm and focused, meditation naturally deepens toward samadhi, inner freedom, and the direct experience of oneness.

Chapter 6, v. 10-12

A steady mind provides the foundation for meditation and spiritual awakening. These verses offer seven timeless principles for cultivating inner stability, strengthening concentration, and establishing a consistent meditation practice. Discover practical guidance for preparing the mind for deep meditation, Self-realization, and lasting inner peace.

Chapter 6, v. 8-9

What inner qualities prepare the mind for meditation? Drawing from the Bhagavad Gita and Kriya Yoga, this episode explores how contentment, equanimity, and an understanding of the mind support deeper meditation and lasting inner peace. Learn how the qualities of nature influence the mental field and how a balanced, sattvic life strengthens concentration. As the mind becomes steadier, we are better able to remain anchored in the Self and see the One in all.

Letting go and leaning into divine remembrance open the way to a spiritually awakened life. Discover the role of spiritual retreat, the practice of “I don’t mind what happens,” and simple ways to return to inner peace when the mind becomes distracted. Learn to release the need to control, trust more deeply, and allow the inner light to reveal the way forward. Live boldly with the light and fearlessly let it guide you on.

Chapter 6, v. 5-7

How do you cultivate a peaceful mind in the midst of everyday life? This episode explores how selfless action, meditation, and living from the higher Self work together to transform the way we think, serve, and respond to life's challenges. Discover practical Kriya Yoga wisdom for quieting the mind, overcoming attachment, and finding the lasting inner peace that is always within.