Author: 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

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

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