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  1. Awakening Joy: A Conversation Between Gurudev and André Duqum

    In an interview with André Duqum on his “Know Thyself” podcast, Gurudev responds to questions about laughter, joy, ignorance, acceptance, and the self. Read just some of this conversation below.  Wisdom and laughter Why is it that the more wise you are th ...
  2. Understanding Indian Culture Through the Eyes of a Spiritual Seeker

    Okay, so you might be wondering why an American would write an article about Indian culture. The reason actually dates back to 1965 when I was a Brownie Girl Scout. I was attending a city-wide Girl Scout event where the main speaker was a teenage girl nam ...
  3. Ask Gurudev Anything: Unlock the Secrets of Angels and Karma

    A group of spiritual seekers in Boone, North Carolina asked Gurudev about angels and karma. Here’s a snippet of the conversation: Secrets about angels  In the Christian tradition there’s the concept of guardian angels watching over us. Does each one of us ...
  4. Ask Gurudev Anything: Aliens, Afterlife, and Infinite Universes

    A group of spiritual seekers in Boone, North Carolina asked Gurudev about aliens, subtle realms, and departed souls. Here’s a snippet of the conversation: Aliens and interwoven universes Do aliens share our planet and if so, can you speak on this?  The an ...
  5. Manifesting the Life You Want With Altars of Power and Grace

    Have you ever felt a desire for something that seemed unattainable? The love of a significant other, better relationships with family or friends, or a new career path that could open doors to your continued growth of success and finances? Maybe you strugg ...
  6. Ask Gurudev Anything: Psychedelics and the Supernatural

    A group of spiritual seekers in Boone, North Carolina asked Gurudev about recreational drugs, extraordinary powers, and enlightenment. Here is a snippet of the conversation: Can psychedelics open other dimensions?  Various cultures have used psychedelic s ...
  7. Om Namah Shivaya Mantra: Discover Its Secrets Today

    Om Namah Shivaya! You may have heard this mantra at your yoga studio or from your meditation buddy. But what does “Om Namah Shivaya” mean? And how do you use this powerful mantra? And more importantly, what can this Sanskrit mantra do for you?  We’ve got ...
  8. East Meets West: The Difference Between Western and Vedic Astrology

    Vedic astrology is called Jyotisha. The word Jyotisha is the expanded version of its root, or seed sound, known as “ Jyoti,” which means “inner light.” And inner light is the “illumined mind.” Jyotisha is known as the “Science of Light.” Since our form is ...
  9. Learn Satsang Song Lyrics | The Art of Living

    In Satsang, there is music, singing, and knowledge. Singing or chanting happens in a space filled with music that could be classical Indian, jazz, or even rock. These songs are called bhajans and are sung in Sanskrit or sometimes other languages. Typicall ...
  10. What is Brahma Muhurta? Redefine Me-Time Before the Sun Comes Up

    There is a rhythm in nature. The sun rises and sets at a certain time according to the earth’s rotation and tilt. There is also a rhythm in our bodies. We feel hungry at certain times, and we get sleepy at certain times. And there is also a rhythm to our ...
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