Yogananda Podcast

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12:“Men who were pridefully conscious of their wealth...”to“...ignorant men who are not seeking God, and wise men who are.”

Summary:

Sri Yukteswar’s influence on those around him was not limited to dedicated devotees, but also to visiting magistrates! We focus on the importance of humility, respect, and composure in the various situations we may find ourselves in – learning from the Master himself. 

0:00 The unlikely disciple;

34:04 Criterion before joining the Swami Order;

49:00 Extra insight on Sri Yukteswar;

51:15 Looking ahead to the next episode.

Links discussed in this episode:
https://yssofindia.org/spiritual/overcoming-anger

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 12:“My guru personally attended to the details...”to“...and egotism whose fall is the height of a man.”

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: 
“Sri Yukteswar’s mother lived in the...” 
to 
“... finding God will mean the funeral of all sorrows.” 

Summary: 

This section covers the subtle balancing act that is played by both the parent and the child for a harmonious, nurturing and growth facilitating symbiotic relationship. Shankaracharya, Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda all adapted rules and prescriptions for higher purposes and we unravel them I detail here, drawing inspiration from Christ!  

0:00 Summary of previous episode; 
2:05 Parents; 
9:22 Influence; 
29:30 Shastric Rules; 
42:33 Being ‘Well Read’; 
57:00 Summary of next episode. 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: 
“Among the philosophers, professors, lawyers...” 
to 
“...to any scourging inner discipline!” 

#autobiographyofayogi  
#autobiographylinebyline  
#paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi  
awake.minute 
Self-Realization Fellowship 
Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS 

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: 
“My guru mixed freely with men and women...” 
to 
“...a love solitary because omnipresent.” 

Summary: 

The soul's is birthless, genderless and transcendent. Sri Yukteswar helps us to understand these high principles through some profound and inspirational philosophical dialogue. We reflect on how to live by these high thoughts, the benefits of Kriya in this endeavor and struggles of the aspiring Yogi. 

0:00 Summary of previous episode; 
1:45 Coming up; 
2:30 Gender-less approach; 
14:25 Women; 
34:48 Sri Yukteswar’s counsel; 
1:21:14 The freedom attained by the true devotee; 
1:25:00 Summary of next episode. 

Links discussed in this episode: 
https://yogananda.com.au/gurus/yoganandaquotes03b2.html 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: 
“Sri Yukteswar’s mother lived in the...” 
to 
“... finding God will mean the funeral of all sorrows.” 

#autobiographyofayogi  
#autobiographylinebyline  
#paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi  
awake.minute 
Self-Realization Fellowship 
Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS 

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.” 

#autobiographyofayogi  
#autobiographylinebyline  
#paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi  
awake.minute 
Self-Realization Fellowship 
Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 

This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: 
“My guru could not be bribed...”  
to  
“...win a farther dominion—in men’s souls.”   

Summary: 

How could bribery be used in the Guru-disciple relationship? We discuss this, along with the importance of discipline and loyalty through mundane tasks. The unique and fascinating leadership style of our paramguru Swami Sri Yukteswar offers some interesting dynamics between a Guru and disciple to review, including the metaphor of ‘dislodging the hard core of egotism’.  

0:00 Flattening the ego; 
22:15 Thoughts behind speech; 
32:07 Severe ways of Sri Yukteswar. 
49:35 Discipleship and Cultural Differences. 

Links discussed in this episode: 
https://yogananda.com.au/songs_of_the_soul/Gods_Boatman.html 

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 12: 
“It was Master’s practice to point out...” 
to 
“... permitted the fitful sleep of ignorance.” 

#autobiographyofayogi  
#autobiographylinebyline  
#paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi  
awake.minute 
Self-Realization Fellowship 
Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS