The Kriya Yoga Podcast

TKYP63 - Is the Age of the Guru Over?

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an interview with, Kriya Yoga teacher,  David McGrath from Ireland.  David and I address the question "Is the Age of the Guru over?"
David  McGrath is a Kriya Yoga Meditation Coach, living in Ireland. He has  spent a considerable amount of time at Centre for Spiritual Awareness,  where he received instruction and initiation from Roy Eugene Davis.  During this time, Mr Davis ordained and authorised David to teach Kriya  Yoga.
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Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
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TKYP62 - Can We Avoid Negative Experiences Through Kriya Yoga Practice?

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we consider if it is possible to avoid negative experiences, because of our spiritual practices.  Can Kriya Yoga save us from unnecessary learning experiences? How can one’s Faith grow stronger? Can we enjoy life while other people still suffer in the world? What is the real experience of Yoga?
This episode is an excerpt from our monthly Patreon Community Q&A sessions.
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
 
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

TKYP61 - Does Enlightenment Happen Instantly?

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, I discuss the reality of instant enlightenment.  I also discuss what to do, if enlightenment doesn't happen instantly.
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
 
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TKYP60 - Why Can‘t I Feel The Kriya Yoga Pranayama Current in the Spine?

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the real reasons why so many people have difficulty feeling the Kriya current in the spine. We also explore the ways one can begin to experience the sensation in the spine during deep meditation.
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
 
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

Outgrowing Your Humanity - The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 59

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the possibility of outgrowing our humanity.  Is this really the purpose of higher spiritual practices?  Those in the know think it's possible. What do you think?
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
 
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

Grace - The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 58

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from the 2021 Kriya Yoga Solstice Online Retreat.  Craig Bullock is our presenter.  Our topic is Grace.
Craig Bullock (Isha Das) is an accomplished teacher, writer, lecturer, practicing psychotherapist, and spiritual director of The Assisi Institute in Rochester, New York. A former pastoral administrator at the Church of Saints Peter and Paul in Rochester, Isha Das earned graduate degrees in Religious Studies from the University of Notre Dame and Clinical Psychology from the University of Duquesne. His education includes extensive study in psychology, spirituality, mysticism, world religions, and yoga. He counts Richard Rohr among his life-long friends and mentors. Isha Das was made a minister and official Kriya Yoga teacher by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. His latest book is Open Wider The Door: The Integration of Kriya Yoga And Mystical Christianity.
https://assisi-institute.org/
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

Transcending Karma - The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 57

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from the 2021 Kriya Yoga Solstice Online Retreat. For more information on future in-person and online retreats and webinars, please visit: https://kriyayogaonline.com/blog/. Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on Kriya Yoga offerings.
Topics Include:
How hard is it to change karma?
What is Dridha Karma?
What is Dridha-Adridha Karma?
What is Adridha Karma?
What is the Primary Cause of Karma?
How does Karma end?
Why is Sattva so important to end Karma?
How can one be spiritually free?
How does Yoga Meditation free you from karma?
How long does it take to become free of karma?
Yoga reveals the truth.  Behavior reveals the experience.
Is Karma contagious?
How can one transcend Rajas and Tamas Guna?
What is superconsciousness?
How can you help others with karma?
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
For more information about this work please visit:
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A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work.
https://kriyayogaonline.com/
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

Karma - The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 56

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from the 2021 Kriya Yoga Solstice Online Retreat. For more information on future in-person and online retreats and webinars, please visit: https://kriyayogaonline.com/blog/. Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on Kriya Yoga offerings.
Our topics of discussion include:
What is eternal?
What is Karma?
Do we need an astrologer to understand our karma?
What are Samskaras?
What is Reincarnation?
Is Karma Black or White?
What can we do about Karma?
Do you believe in rebirth?
How do we reverse karma?
What are the three levels of karma?
How long is it going to take to become Self-realized?
How do gemstones affect our karma?
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
For more information about this work please visit:
https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga
A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work.
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Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

The Power and Purpose of the Yamas and Niyamas - The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 55

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from the 2021 Kriya Yoga Solstice Online Retreat. For more information on future in-person and online retreats and webinars, please visit: https://kriyayogaonline.com/blog/. Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on Kriya Yoga offerings.
Laurel Trujillo is our presenter.
The discussion includes a thorough analysis of the yamas and niyamas (the first two limbs of yoga), with encouraging moments of contemplation to make the information more accessible.
Dr. Trujillo is the host of the Yoga Hour Podcast. There are over 10 years worth of podcasts on yoga and meditation available in the Yoga Hour archives and well worth the listen. https://www.unityonlineradio.org/yoga-hour
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
For more information about this work please visit:
https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga
A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work.
https://kriyayogaonline.com/
Blog posts, books and information on the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Course.
https://www.youtube.com/user/KriyaYogaOnline
Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.

Finding Balance Between Spirit and Nature -The Kriya Yoga Podcast Episode 54

This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an excerpt from the 2021 Kriya Yoga Solstice Online Retreat.  Donelle Mason is our presenter.
Discussion includes:
How does Brahmacharya relate to our ability to find balance between Spirit and our activity in the world?
What should we do when we feel our spiritual work is overwhelming or too much?
What holds us back on the spiritual path?
What is our Hridaya and what does it mean to be guided by our spiritual heart?
Donelle Mason is a Kriya Yoga Meditation facilitator, living in New Zealand. She has been a student of Ryan Kurczak's for many years and is a registered, advanced yoga teacher (ERYT 200, RYT 500) with a Bachelor of Sport and many years of teaching experience.
Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda.
For more information about this work please visit:
https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga
A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work.
https://kriyayogaonline.com/
Blog posts, books and information on the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Course.
https://www.youtube.com/user/KriyaYogaOnline
Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth.