Although I did not spend one-on-one time with Swami Kriyananda, I cannot imagine what my life would have been without him. Swamiji brought me to Master through music. Forty years ago, when I was trying to figure out the point of life, I attended a midweek group at Unity Church. They started their evening program with the chant, “Lord, I … Read More
Enlightener
Enlightener Issue 1, June 2026
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Does the Spiritual Path Make You Indifferent?
True non-attachment does not give rise to indifference or low energy.
Articles
My Experiences with Swami Kriyananda
This year marks an anniversary filled with light: the centennial of the birth of Swami Kriyananda. It is an invitation to contemplate a life wholly offered to God—one that made Paramhansa Yogananda’s spiritual vision visible, tangible, and joyful. Throughout all Ananda communities and centers around the world, this year will be rich with events, celebrations, and inspiring moments. We have invited … Read More
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Meditation Experience: are they real?
Certain meditation experiences may not be of the soul or higher consciousness. Lower entities can sometimes pose as Christ-like masters. How can we know?
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What if you hate your job?
How to deal with the possibility of having to return to a job you dislike! How to look for a job! The importance of finding the right form of service.
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Sexual Abuse: How should we view this terrible crime?
Sexual abuse seems rampant these days, at least according to the media but I suspect it has always been a part of the human drama, sadly. The law of karma is exacting and the truth is that we cannot change others; we are only responsible for our own actions, our response to circumstances. Forgiveness is not easy to come by … Read More
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Surrounded by Negativity?
A toxic work environment or home situation is a great opportunity to overcome negativity. Learn to either not respond to negativity or respond with a positive comment or action. Negativity exists in all of us and it is not helpful to judge negativity in others; perhaps you can see or imagine reasons for their unhappiness. Stay positive with affirmations and … Read More
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Have you seen the Spiritual Eye?
Seeing the spiritual eye is a great blessing but it is also a message to take action: to meditate, to seek God and to not expect that the spiritual is a non-stop succession of blissful experiences!
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How Can I Know My Past Life?
How can I learn about my past life? Should I even try? Yogananda gave some suggestions.