Inner Ascent

“Yog(a) is an inner ascent, through ever-more refined and ever-more expanded spheres of consciousness to get to the Godessence which lies at the core of one’s own being.” – Yogiraj Satgurunath Siddhanath

The ancient systems of yoga offer scientific, non-denominational and time-tried methods to direct our awareness within and reconnect with our inner source of peace and contentment.

I offer personal instruction in a variety of yogic meditation and breathing techniques which counteract stress and bring ease and order into your daily life.

Don’t Try to Meditate, Practice Kriya Yoga

August 31, 2017September 5, 2017 by doug-varn

One of the most fascinating things about Kriya Yoga is that with these techniques, we don’t try to meditate. We don’t sit and watch the mind nor use the mind to analyze the mind. We don’t spend time grappling with our thoughts, waiting patiently for mental activity to subside. The techniques of Kriya Yoga actually … Continue reading Don’t Try to Meditate, Practice Kriya Yoga

Spiritual Initiation

July 3, 2017October 11, 2017 by doug-varn

Yogic tradition has long been such that very powerful techniques, such as those in Kriya Yoga, have been handed down directly from Guru to disciple by means of personal initiation. The question is, what’s the purpose of this and why is it important? First, let’s clear up what the term means. Forget any strange cultish … Continue reading Spiritual Initiation

Yogic Philosophy in 3 Minutes

June 20, 2017August 30, 2017 by doug-varn

I will attempt to simplify and summarize the fundamental philosophy behind most spiritual, mystic, or yogic beliefs in hopes you might see the personal relevance and importance of practice (sadhana). Before I do, let me stress my opinion that belief, philosophy, dogma, etc. are of little importance compared to spiritual practice and first-hand experience. The … Continue reading Yogic Philosophy in 3 Minutes

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