In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we consider the purpose of suffering. We also consider how suffering can be ended. Our source material comes from The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Talks with Ramana Maharshi, and a discussion with an unknown sage. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program . For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new b...
Oct 14, 2023•54 min•Ep. 109
Please welcome our special guest Phil McLemore. Phil is a returning guest, from episode 3 and 14 . In this episode we discuss the process of moving into an Advanced Kriya Yoga practice. Phil and I also take some time to discuss the persistence of "I" in the latter stages of spiritual growth. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga med...
Sep 30, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 105
Please enjoy this recording from our Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Monthly Lessons. In this talk, I discuss the power of practicing tapas as it relates to the elemental, astral and causal bodies. Tapas is one of the 3 pillars of Kriya Yoga. To have the full results of Kriya Yoga, comprehensive practice of Tapas is ideal. In this episode, we explore that process. To particpiate in future monthly online events please join our Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community. https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga For c...
Sep 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 107
Please enjoy this recording from our April 2023 Kriya Yoga Online Sunday Service. In this talk, I discuss the power of Spiritual Friendship. We review verses from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, The Holy Science by Sri Yukteswar, and Roy Eugene Davis' commentary on the Bhagavad Gita. To particpiate in future monthly online events please join our Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community. https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Gu...
Sep 02, 2023•25 min•Ep. 106
Please welcome our special guest Donelle Mason. Donelle is a Kriya Yoga Meditation Facilitator from New Zealand. In this episode of the Kriya Yoga Podcast, Donelle shares her experience "being a student in the Kriya Yoga Tradition". For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya...
Aug 19, 2023•31 min•Ep. 101
Please welcome our special guest Dr. Stella Wuttke. Dr. Stella Wuttke is a neurotherapy and neurofeedback specialist and sound healing practitioner. She is a certified Yoga and Meditation teacher in the Kriya Yoga tradition of Paramahansa Yogananda with Harald and Marlies Reiske. Dr. Wuttke was initiated and ordained by, Kriya Yoga teacher, Roy Eugene Davis. She is a post-doctoral neuroscientist with a PhD in Psychology. Dr. Wuttke is the co-founder of the Infinite Potential Institute. Dr. Stell...
Aug 05, 2023•57 min•Ep. 104
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we consider the power of simplicity in our meditation practice. Complicated meditation practices are not always advanced meditation practices. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program . For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in ha...
Jul 22, 2023•50 min•Ep. 110
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we consider the power of Ishvara. Ishvara is often referred to as God or AUM. Aligning attention with Ishvara is considered to be the fastest route to Self-realization. All of our yogic and meditation practices serve to make this easier. In this episode, we explore the meaning of Ishvara and consider relevant ways to experience the reality of Ishvara. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga ...
Jul 08, 2023•37 min•Ep. 108
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we consider the power of positive affirmation to change and empower your life. Kriya Yoga Teacher Roy Eugene Davis would always say, "Don't affirm that which you don't want to be true for yourself." Join us as we consider exactly what that means. If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program . For continued inspiration a...
Jun 24, 2023•29 min•Ep. 103
This episode is a rebroadcast of episode 32 of The Western Yoga Podcast . The Western Yoga Podcast is hosted by Christopher Sartain. Christopher is a fellow student of Roy Eugene Davis, author and Kriya Yoga teacher. Christopher asked me some thought provoking questions. Some of his questions caught me off-guard, but all of them seemed to encourage a greater sense of discernment for those seeking to learn and practice Kriya Yoga. I am happy to have had the opportunity to speak with Chris and to ...
Jun 10, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 100
Here we discuss the real meaning of Yogic Sleep. Ryan reviews the stages of consciousness from Jagrat, Svapna, to Sushupti and how the practice of proper meditation and Kriya Yoga provides the capacity to navigate the deepest levels of our being. The inspiration for this discussion is based on the appropriate sutras from chapter 1 of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our monthly Kriya Yoga Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Onlin...
May 27, 2023•27 min•Ep. 98
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a discussion with Vedic Astrologer and Ayurveda Doctor Ryan Strong. Mr. Strong and I discuss the value of Ayurveda as a profound support for Kriya Meditation practice. Ryan Phillip Strong is an experienced natural health practitioner, herbalist and educator. Ryan is an Ayurvedic Doctor, a Professional Member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, he is a certified Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist; a Vedic Astrologer, and is a Spiritua...
May 13, 2023•44 min•Ep. 102
Here we discuss the power of intensity in spiritual practice and the real definition of discipline. We review the balance between spiritual activity and rest for optimal results on the Self-realization path. In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our new Introduction to Kriya Yoga Course. This course is currently being posted monthly for Kriya Yoga Online Patreon members and will be released to the public as a 12 part course late winter of 2024 If you would lik...
Apr 29, 2023•48 min•Ep. 97
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our 2022 End of Year Kriya Yoga Retreat. If you would like to participate in future retreats consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program . Here we discuss the question, "For 6 years, I have had a blockage in my heart chakra. Are there any techniques or advice on healing my heart chakra?" For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my ...
Apr 15, 2023•23 min•Ep. 96
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our 2022 End of Year Kriya Yoga Retreat. If you would like to participate in future retreats consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program . Here we discuss the question, "Is our dharma Self-realization, or is our dharma what we do after Self-realization?" For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kr...
Apr 01, 2023•18 min•Ep. 95
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our January 2023 Kriya Yoga Sunday Service for Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Members . Here we discuss a verse from the Bhagavad Gita which focuses on how to experience Supreme Consciousness. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He ...
Mar 19, 2023•31 min•Ep. 94
Roy Eugene Davis was a Kriya Yoga Guru/Teacher in the lineage of teachers, Mahavatar Babaji, Lahiri Mahasaya, Swami Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda. Mr. Davis, was initiated by Yogananda and ordained by Yogananda to teach Kriya Yoga. He was one of the youngest student's of Yogananda to be ordained. I met Mr. Davis in the late summer of 2000, and was fortunate to have had 18 years to learn Kriya Yoga from him. In this episode, we consider Roy Eugene Davis' life and what I learned from him...
Mar 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 99
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the best actions you can take to make the most of your Kriya Yoga meditation practice. How you relate to your moods and thoughts, the foods you eat, and even the nature of your sleep contributes to success on the spiritual path. When all of your supports are aligned it becomes almost effortless to direct attention within to one's ...
Feb 19, 2023•18 min•Ep. 93
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the process of Kriya Yoga. We discuss how spiritual practice transforms our perceptions and understanding, so that we can recognize the truth of Spirit. All of this takes time and openness to the inner growth process that Kriya Yoga supports. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to...
Feb 05, 2023•30 min•Ep. 92
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our September 2022 Kriya Yoga Retreat for Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students. Here we discuss the first steps on the path of Kriya Yoga, which ideally lead to an experience of God-realization. We explore the fundamental mechanics of cultivating Samadhi. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon. Your host...
Jan 22, 2023•19 min•Ep. 91
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part three of three in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to have in the coming year. Then I spend time meditating, writing and setting those intentions. I have found the process of meditating on goals and inte...
Jan 08, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 87
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part two of three in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to have in the coming year. Then I spend time meditating, writing and setting those intentions. I have found the process of meditating on goals and intent...
Dec 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 86
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , we revisit how to set your spiritual intentions for the New Year, so they are in harmony with your worldly life. This is part one of three, in this series. Every year I spend time considering the months and days ahead. I consider what life has been like so far. I consider what would be good experiences to have in the coming year. Then I spend time meditating, writing and setting those intentions. I have found the process of meditating on goals and inte...
Dec 11, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 85
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our November monthly lesson offered to our " Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher " Patreon members. Here we discuss the obstacle of fear. Fear prevents us from going deeper into our meditation, or making positive changes in our spiritual life. Fear is a reality, but not a defining factor of who we are. Once this is realized, we can be free of its influence. This talk is based off the writing in my new book, An Essential Guide ...
Nov 27, 2022•25 min•Ep. 88
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from one of our Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Monthly Q&As. Here we discuss: Are there masculine and feminine approaches to meditation? What do I do with odd feelings I experience during meditation? How is body awareness helpful in meditation? Is my imagination too active? Are my dreams and daydreams anything other than a distraction? Does meditation open you up to demons? How do I follow my intuition to my higher purpose? My m...
Nov 13, 2022•37 min•Ep. 90
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy this excerpt from the Kriya Yoga Discipleship Course , on Samadhi. The talk explores Samadhi and its relation to the eight limbs of yoga, specifically through the lens of Kriya Yoga and how Samadhi naturally occurs through the consistent practice of Dharana (concentration) and Dhyana (meditation). Also, I want to take some time to wholeheartedly thank the supporters of this podcast. This podcast is supported by The Kriya Yoga Online Patreo...
Oct 30, 2022•53 min•Ep. 89
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our August 14th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here we discuss how to put the puzzle of enlightenment together. This talk is based off the writing in my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice . Now available in hardcover on Amazon. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was auth...
Oct 16, 2022•31 min•Ep. 84
This episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast is an interview with, Kriya Yoga teacher, David McGrath from Ireland. David and I explore his new book The Yogi's Way. David McGrath is a Kriya Yoga Meditation Coach, living in Ireland. He has spent a considerable amount of time at Center for Spiritual Awareness, where he received instruction and initiation from Roy Eugene Davis. During this time, Mr Davis ordained and authorized David to teach Kriya Yoga. CONTACT: Email: kriyayogameditationcoach@gmail.com ...
Oct 02, 2022•59 min•Ep. 83
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our August 28th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here I discuss what you need to do if you want to transcend the material world. We explore the reasons why existing in Astral and Causal realms is not simply a matter of escaping from the material plane. Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He wa...
Sep 18, 2022•37 min•Ep. 82
In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast , please enjoy a recording from our August 7th, 2022 Online Sunday Service offered to Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Students and "Journal of a Kriya Yoga Teacher" Patreon members. Here I discuss how to live an inspired life of purpose while maintaining the yogic philosophy of detachment from the Bhagavad Gita. "The Yogi is entitled to action only, not the fruits of their actions." As it happens, we are more likely to live an inspired purposeful life if we li...
Sep 05, 2022•36 min•Ep. 81
