Kriya Yoga Today with Yogacharya O'Brian

Chapter 3, v. 10-12

As we deepen our understanding of the interconnectedness between our thoughts, actions, and the karmic imprints they create, we uncover the importance of conscious, selfless acti…

Chapter 3, v. 8-9

Explore the power of skillful action and its role in liberation. Understand how our thoughts, speech, and actions shape our destiny and the importance of conscious, non-binding eng…

Chapter 3, v. 3-7

 Explore the delicate balance between contemplation and action. Discover the profound insights that guide us in harmonizing our inner perception with our outer engagement. Learn pr…

Chapter 2, v. 69-72

 The final verses of chapter two offer insights into the inner journey. The significance of detaching from desires and egoism is discussed, leading to inner peace and joy. The jo…

Chapter 2, v. 65-68

 Explore the secrets of cultivating a serene and resilient mind, unshackled from the chains of attachment and aversion. By unraveling the profound wisdom behind the power of our …

Chapter 2, v. 62-65

 We are given a step-by-step description of how one loses contact with the divine Self by indulging in sense attraction. Dwelling on objects of the senses leads to attachment, wh…

Chapter 2, v. 60-62

The teachings highlight the importance of developing self-control and focus in spiritual practice. The verses emphasize the need to withdraw the senses from external distracti…

Chapter 2, v. 58-59

The teachings in these verses suggest that suppressing physical and mental urges is not the best approach to overcoming temptations. Instead, withdrawing sensory awareness from t…

Chapter 2, v. 55-57

These verses discuss the obstacles that impede spiritual progress and the means to overcome them. Lord Krishna explains that the senses are naturally attracted to external object…

Chapter 2, v. 55

This verse emphasizes the importance of cultivating a steady mind for spiritual progress. According to Lord Krishna, a person with a calm and composed mind can attain perfect peace …

Chapter 2, v. 54

Arjuna asks Lord Krishna about the description of a sage of awakened, steady knowledge who is immersed in Samadhi. Lord Krishna explains that this state is a permanent change in the…

Chapter 2, v. 51-53

These verses describe the importance of equanimity and detachment in achieving inner peace and freedom from sorrow. Lord Krishna explains that one who is steadfast, remains equan…

Chapter 2, verses 48-51;

These verses emphasize the significance of performing duties without attachment to the outcome and with steadfastness in spiritual pursuits. Lord Krishna teaches that action…

Chapter 2, v. 47-48;

The path of Karma Yoga is for the purification of buddhi, the higher mind, so that the light of the true Self, of that which we are, can shine through the faculty of discernment…

Chapter 2, v. 41-47;

Resolute mind is a mind that is able to focus, and it starts with the distracted, unsteady, ordinary mind. Our work as yogis, as spiritual seekers, is to learn how to concentrat…