Paramahansa Yogananda taught, “Live each present moment completely and the future will take care of itself”.
The mystics, saints, and sages have all pointed to one blazing truth: the present moment is eternity itself.St. Augustine called time a mystery of the soul; Paramahansa Yogananda spoke of the eternal now as the doorway to God; and modern success teachers remind us that the only point of leverage you ever truly possess is this instant.
Right now, you stand at a threshold. In this very breath, you hold no karma. The past has dissolved into memory, and the future has not yet been written. You are free. Yet the moment you act, consequences are born. Karma begins to ripple. Each thought, word, and deed is a seed sown into the soil of eternity. And though the fruits of that soil may ripen in ways mysterious to the material mind, to the spiritual eye they reveal perfection, guided by divine love.
God, as the prophet Samuel said, “looks upon the heart.” Your inner state—your beliefs, your intentions, your energy—is the true measure of your life. Actions matter, but it is the heart behind the action that determines whether the act rises as incense toward heaven or sinks into the mire of self-serving ego.
This is whymoment-to-moment practice matters. Success, both material and spiritual, is nothing more than a succession of present moments, lived rightly, adding up like drops into an ocean. Each now is a chance to align your will with the eternal. Each now is a chance to choose love over fear, clarity over confusion, service over selfishness.
The Bhagavad Gita reminds us: “You are entitled to the action, but never to the fruits of action.” Do your duty, do it passionately, do it with joy—and then release the outcome. The fruit belongs to God. You were never the Doer, God is. This truth liberates you from the anxiety of results and anchors you in the bliss of the work itself.
Yes, cunning strategies, manipulation, and Machiavellian tactics often produce quick victories. Evil always comes sugar-coated, or else no one would taste it. But the harvest of such seeds is bitter. Al Capone ended mad with syphilis in prison; Adolf Hitler committed suicide in a bunker of despair. Their fruits rotted. Compare them to Mother Teresa, whose life was radiant with love, or Padre Pio, whose heart became a beacon of miracles. Their fruits endure in eternity.
Rewards may or may not ripen in this lifetime, but ripen they shall. Karma is patient. Sometimes the lesson comes swiftly, other times over lifetimes.
But to the soul walking in faith, one more act of love, one more step of courage, one more punch through the veil of illusion can bring a rebirth into greater strength, higher wisdom, and divine joy.
Love is its own reward. When you choose love now, eternity opens within you. The world is but a dream within a dream, and when the dream ends, all of us must return to the Father. Even the most lost soul has a path home.
That is the story of the Prodigal Son: no matter how far we wander, God’s grace is waiting-if we repent (Change). The banquet table is set, and the loving Father runs to meet us when we turn our face toward Him.
So master this moment. The now is your eternity, your destiny, your karma yet unwritten. With every heartbeat, with every breath, let your heart align with love, let your action spring from truth, and let your destiny unfold as a song of grace.
The Mastery of Now is the mastery of life eternal.
“In the absolute sense, anything that contradicts true happiness is untruth; and that which gives permanent happiness is truth. Permanent happiness refers not to the temporary thrill that comes with material success and pleasure, but to the joy found in the soul’s attunement with God. By this standard, you can judge any action you perform as to its projected end result – whether or not that action will promote lasting happiness. The ultimate Truth is God; and God is the ultimate Truth.”
“Thoughts are universally and not individually rooted; a truth cannot be created, but only perceived.” – Paramahansa Yogananda
Have you ever wondered where your ideas really come from? Why the same discoveries or inventions often arise simultaneously across the globe? The answer lies not in the isolated brain but in something far more profound: the universal mind—a matrix of thought embedded in the very fabric of the cosmos.
“My brain is only a receiver, in the Universe there is a core from which we obtain knowledge, strength and inspiration. I have not penetrated into the secrets of this core, but I know that it exists.” ― Nikola Tesla
Let’s break the illusion of intellectual isolation and step into the real science of problem-solving, idea generation, and soul-aligned knowledge. This blog post is your spiritual war map—unfolding the ancient wisdom of the yogis, the genius of Tesla, and the quiet power of the intuitive warrior.
🧠 THE UNIVERSE IS A MATRIX OF THOUGHT: Accessing the Universal Mind and Higher Knowledge
There are three main planes of existence: the causal realm, composed of thought; the astral realm, composed of energy; and the physical or material realm, composed of matter. The causal realm, also called the causal plane or cause world, is the subtle and formless level of reality where the fundamental causes or blueprints of all things originate. It exists beyond both the physical and astral planes.
Yogananda revealed that thoughts arise from this universal source—not from our individual minds. Like radio receivers, our minds simply tune into specific frequencies based on our karma, awareness, and willpower. The more refined your consciousness, the higher the station you receive.
“The mind is not the source of thought—it is the receiver.”
Everything that has ever been or will be—already exists in this matrix. Every solution. Every innovation. Every destiny.
The Many Worlds Theory: Exploring Infinite Realities and Quantum Possibilities
Modern physics brushes against this truth with concepts like the many-worlds theory. Nikola Tesla intuitively understood this. He believed the ether was a dynamic, intelligent field from which all form and energy arise. His discoveries weren’t “invented”—they were perceived through attunement.
🔄 THE CYCLE OF TIME AND THE AGE OF ENERGY
We are now in Dwapara Yuga, the Age of Energy, when subtle forces like vibration and thought become increasingly accessible. Time, in this view, flows not linearly but cyclically—consciousness rising and falling in great waves.
This is why people like Tesla, Marconi, Einstein, and spiritual avatars accessed realities beyond conventional thinking. We are now able to pierce the veil—if we learn how to tune in.
🔹 Tesla and Marconi: The Radio from the Ether
In the early 1900s, both Nikola Tesla and Guglielmo Marconi developed wireless radio technology—at the same time, independently. While Marconi filed the first successful patent, Tesla had already laid the groundwork in earlier experiments.
Why did this happen? Because ideas don’t come from the individual mind—they arise from a universal field of intelligence. Tesla and Marconi were both tuned into the same “frequency” of the universal mind or ether. The invention already existed in the cosmic thought-matrix—both men simply tapped into it.
Tesla understood this deeply. He believed the ether was a subtle energy medium that connected all things—and that knowledge, like energy, could be received.
Moral of the story? When you still your mind and focus deeply, you too can access the same universal source of genius that inspired the greats.
🧘 THE METHOD: HOW TO ACCESS THE UNIVERSAL MIND
🧩 1. Sit for Ideas – Like Elmer Gates (meditation)
The forgotten genius Elmer Gates used a soundproof room to sit in complete darkness with nothing but pencil and paper. He would intensely focus on the problem, calm his mind, and wait for the right ideas to stream in from the ether. This story is detailed in the classic success book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.
This is meditation with a purpose: receptive intuition.
🔹 Elmer Gates’ Idea Method — Simplified
Go Somewhere Quiet and Dark He sat alone in a completely silent, dark room—no distractions.
Focus on One Problem He picked a specific problem or question and focused his mind on it.
Clear the Mind and Wait He quieted his thoughts and just waited—sometimes minutes, sometimes over an hour.
Receive the Idea Ideas would eventually pop into his mind. When they did, he wrote them down immediately.
Develop and Apply Later, he would work out the details, improve them, and put them into action. He used this method to perfect over 250 inventions.
🔮 2. Master the Art of Intuition to Generate Breakthrough Ideas and Solve Any Problem
Intuition is like a built-in guide that helps you find answers beyond logic. Here’s how to tune into it:
Be Still First Before trying to solve a problem, calm your mind with a few minutes of quiet or meditation. The calmer you are, the clearer your intuition.
Ask Clear Questions Be specific about what you want to know. For example, ask “What’s the best way to handle this?” instead of something vague.
Focus and Wait Think about the problem, then let go and wait quietly. Answers often come when you stop pushing.
Write Down Your Ideas Keep a notebook handy and write whatever ideas come after you relax. These might be your intuition speaking.
Notice How Truth Feels Intuition feels calm and sure—not anxious or rushed. Learn to trust that feeling.
Practice Every Day Ask small questions daily and notice the answers you get. The more you use your intuition, the stronger it becomes.
Be Patient Sometimes answers don’t come right away. Keep the question in your mind and be open. The answer will come when it’s ready.
Remember: You’re not creating ideas — you’re tuning into them. When you quiet your mind and focus, the universe will send you the answers you need.
🧘♂️ 3. Meditate and Focus on the Spiritual Eye
Yogananda taught us to focus at the point between the eyebrows—the seat of superconscious perception. Answers arise not from mental noise, but from inner stillness. Yogananda expresses the idea of taking conscious action while seeking Divine guidance.
Prayer: “Lord, I will reason, I will will, I will act; but guide Thou my reason, will, and activity to the right thing that I should do.”
🔮 4. Align with Divine Will
Paramahansa Yogananda
Let go of egoic striving. Surrender outcomes. Ask for divine guidance and stay inwardly attuned throughout your day. True warriors of spirit live in simultaneous action and prayer. They move through life while keeping their mind always on the Divine.
“Not my will, but yours be done” – Jesus (Luke 22:42)
🔧 5. Be Solution-Oriented
Swami Kriyananda, a disciple of Yogananda who founded Ananda sangha, said:
“Be solution-oriented, not problem-oriented.”
Don’t dwell on what’s wrong. Focus on the solutionalready present in the universal mind, waiting to be received.
💥 6. Tap Into the Ether – Tesla’s Secret
Recognize that the ether is not empty space—it is teeming with information, power, and light. When you train your nervous system through yoga, breathwork, combat fitness, and focused will, you refine your antenna to tap into higher frequencies.
🛡️ Conclusion: YOU ARE THE BRIDGE
⚡ You are not a limited being. 🧘 You are a living receiver for divine intelligence. 🔮 Calm your thoughts. 🎯 Clarify your intention. 🔥 Focus your will. 🌌 Align with the Infinite.
And the matrix will open to you.
✅ Summary: Tools to Access Universal Thought and Solve Any Problem
Meditate Daily — Focus on the spiritual eye (the point between your eyebrows) to quiet mental noise and open to higher guidance.
Sit in Stillness and Ask for Ideas — Use Elmer Gates’ technique: find a quiet space, focus on one problem, clear your mind, and patiently wait for ideas to come.
Understand the Universe as a Thought Matrix — Ideas and solutions exist universally; your mind is a receiver, not the creator.
Refine Your Vibration — Through right living, self-discipline, breathwork, and focused will, you tune yourself to higher frequencies of universal intelligence.
Surrender Outcomes and Align with Divine Will — Let go of ego-driven striving; act with prayerful guidance and inner trust.
Be Solution-Oriented — Focus on what’s possible and already present in the universal mind, not on problems.
Train Body and Mind as a Clear Receiver — Physical training, meditation, and mindset help sharpen your ability to receive intuitive insights.
Remember: You don’t create ideas — you tune into them. When your mind is calm and your intention clear, the universe will deliver the answers you need.
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If you have lovingly given presents to someone and then find out that he never thinks of you, how hurt you feel! – Yogananda
Imagine you have a generous, wealthy relative who lovingly shares all his treasures with you, hoping you will one day recognize the depth of his love—not just the value of his gifts.
Instead of honoring that love, many become absorbed in the gifts and forget the giver.
This is how many treat God—embracing the pleasures of the world while forgetting the Source from which all blessings flow.
Yet, the Lord created this beautiful, dreamlike world not for us to become lost in it, but in the hope that we would eventually awaken from the illusion of maya, see beyond it, and choose to love Him above all else.
Many experience challenges as a natural unfolding of karma rooted in past attachments and selfish desires. Yet, this is part of their soul’s journey andfree will.
The pain behind error: While suffering may seem unfair, it’s also unfair to enjoy life’s blessings without showing gratitude and respect to the One who gave them.
“God will not tell you that you should desire Him above all else, because He wants your love to be freely given, without “prompting.” That is the whole secret in the game of this universe. He who created us yearns for our love.
He wants us to give it spontaneously, without His asking. Our love is the one thing God does not possess, unless we choose to bestow it. So, you see, even the Lord has something to attain: our love. And we shall never be happy until we give it.”
-Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda,
“How You Can Talk With God”
“It doesn’t matter how many mistakes you have made; they are only temporary. You are formed in the image of Spirit. The Lord created this delusory motion picture of earth and all its pleasures for but one purpose: that perchance you would see through His play of maya and forsake it to love Him alone. This is the truth, it cannot be otherwise. Why are we made to feel love for our family members, only to watch them slip away, one by one? These events take place to help us realize that it is He who is loving us behind all loved ones.”
– Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda Book – Man’s Eternal Quest Chapter – Lord, Possess Us With Thy Love, page 181
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1. Money Cannot Buy Lasting Happiness
– Many pursue business for wealth, power, or status, but these do not provide lasting happiness.
– True fulfillment comes from inner peace and connection with God.
2. Establishing the Right Priorities
– Business and spirituality are not contradictory—spiritual principles can enhance business success.
– Activity (work) and meditation should be balanced, like two horses pulling the wagon of life.
– Rajarsi Janakananda, Yogananda’s disciple, was a highly successful businessman who prioritized Kriya Yoga meditation and used his wealth to serve others.
3. Greed Destroys Happiness
– Greedy business practices cause cycles of inflation and depression.
– Greed leads to anger, jealousy, and economic instability.
– Ethical business practices and selfless service create long-term stability and well-being.
4. Service Over Profit
– The goal of business should be service, not personal profit.
– Profit and success naturally follows when businesses prioritize serving others.
– Employers and employees should work together for a common goal, sharing in the business’s success.
5. God as the Supreme Employer
– Businesspeople should see themselves as channels through which God works, serving others in the best possible way.
– Treating employees as valued contributors fosters success.
– Serving those in need uplifts humanity and connects us to God.
6. Making God Your Partner in Business
– Daily meditation strengthens one’s connection with divine guidance.
– Aligning business with God’s universal laws brings prosperity and fulfillment.
– Life should be seen as a joyful duty of service, with success measured by the happiness we bring to others.
By integrating these principles, business becomes not just a material pursuit but a spiritual practice that benefits all.
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“We’ve become, now, an oligarchy instead of a democracy. I think that’s been the worst damage to the basic moral and ethical standards of the American political system that I’ve ever seen in my life.” — Jimmy Carter
Carter is correct, but he’s mistaken in thinking this shift is recent. The U.S. has functioned as an oligarchy—or at least a system heavily influenced by elites—since its founding. While democracy exists in form, real power has always remained in the hands of a select few.
Both political parties are controlled by this oligarchy, ensuring that no matter who wins elections, elite interests remain protected. Key moments in history—such as the rise of industrial monopolies in the Gilded Age, the emergence of the military-industrial complex post-WWII, and corporate political financing after Citizens United—have only reinforced elite dominance.
This is not unique to the U.S. In so-called Western democracies, economic elites, corporate interests, and lobbying groups shape policy far more than voters. Elections provide the illusion of choice, but systemic barriers—gerrymandering, media manipulation, and corporate-funded campaigns—ensure power remains concentrated.
In authoritarian regimes, power is simply centralized in ruling parties, military leaders, or dictators. These systems don’t claim to be democratic, but they justify elite rule under the guise of stability, economic growth, or ideological purity.
What does this mean? The elites who collaborate exert influence and control, not just over America, but over the ENTIRE WORLD.
In short, we are still ruled by elites and royals—monarchies exist, just in a different form.
What can the average citizen do?
One man’s chaotic mess is another man’s efficient system in action. This is why true unity remains elusive, allowing the oligarchy to maintain their grip on power. Even if we did manage to overthrow the corrupt politicians, the new leaders would hardly be angels, and we’d find ourselves back in the same vicious cycle. The real solution lies within, not in the world.
Your vote alone won’t change the system—but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t vote. Go for it. Just recognize that it’s a drop in the bucket. Instead, FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL: YOUR SPIRITUALITY, PERSONAL GROWTH, CONTENTMENT, MEDITATION, AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION.Spiritual practices and the Law of Attraction hold the keys to transforming your life—regardless of who holds office. It’s time to create the reality you deserve.
The ruling elite maintain control through shock and awe tactics—fear, division, and manufactured crises, keeping the masses in a reactive, disempowered state. By bombarding people with political drama, media sensationalism, and social unrest, they divert attention away from deeper reflection and independent thought, ensuring that power remains in their hands.
But history’s greatest masters—Jesus, Buddha, Krishna, Lao Tzu, Yogananda, and others—offered the ultimate antidote: inner mastery and spiritual sovereignty. They showed that true freedom isn’t won through external battles but by transcending illusion (maya), mastering the mind, and aligning with universal truth. Through deep meditation, pranayama, stillness, and unwavering peace, they dissolved fear, neutralized manipulation, and became untouchable by worldly forces.
The real revolution is spiritual—not political. The oligarchy wants you to doubt your divine power and depend on their system. Break free—you’re a creator, not a victim. When you awaken to your divine nature, external control loses its grip. By turning inward, cultivating peace, and embracing spiritual practices, you transcend the limitations of the material world. As Yogananda taught, “Be calmly active and actively calm.” True transformation begins within. When you raise your consciousness, you naturally uplift those around you.
Rather than getting lost in external struggles, focus on inner mastery. Attune yourself to divine wisdom, and your actions will flow effortlessly in alignment with truth. As Ramana Maharshi said, “Your own Self-Realization is the greatest service you can render the world.”The more you connect with the higher reality within, the less control the external world has over you. In this state, your very presence becomes a force of transformation—far beyond the reach of any political system.
Politics is the illusion that fulfillment is external. True fulfillment is found within—through Divine Consciousness.
Man’s will is powerless to interfere with God’s will. God’s will is now done in my mind, body and affairs.— Florence Scovel Shinn
“Through the stillness of meditation, you awaken the infinite power within, a force so profound that fear ceases to exist. In the silence of your soul, no calamity can touch you, for you are rooted in an unshakable peace.” – See Paramahansa Yogananda
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“You must not let your life run in the ordinary way; do something that nobody else has done, something that will dazzle the world”– Yogananda
“Whatever you make up your mind to do, you can do. God is the sum total of everything, and His image is within you. He can do anything, and so can you, if you learn to identify yourself with His inexhaustible nature.” -Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda, “Man’s Eternal Quest”
Discover Paramahansa Yogananda’s powerful teachings on meditation, energy mastery, Divine love, and spiritual success. Learn how to transform your life with ancient wisdom and daily discipline.
Core Principles:
Self-realization as the ultimate goal – Unity consciousness, Divine Love.
Unity of all religions
Meditation and Kriya Yoga for spiritual growth
God is within every individual
Direct personal experience of God
Living a balanced life: harmony of body, mind, and spirit
Love and service as expressions of spirituality
The power of positive thinking and affirmation. Magnetism (Law of Attraction).
Detachment from materialism while living in the world
Spiritual freedom through mastery of the mind
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Paramahansa Yogananda, the legendary yogi and spiritual teacher, offered humanity a profound blueprint for spiritual growth and self-discovery. His daily practices provide a practical yet transformative path for those seeking peace, vitality, and divine connection. This blog dives into Yogananda’s core teachings and their life-changing benefits, guiding you to incorporate them into your daily routine.
Yogananda’s teachings illuminated the deeper spiritual essence of Jesus Christ’s message, revealing Christ as an enlightened super Master—a divine spiritual superhero—like Buddha and Lao Tzu, who embodied and taught the universal principles of Dharma (gospel).
Dharma is the natural law, duty, or righteous path that aligns one with truth and harmony. It represents one’s purpose, ethical responsibilities, and the way to live in alignment with God and His cosmic order. In Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, dharma is the foundation of spiritual and moral life, guiding individuals toward balance, fulfillment, and liberation.
Yogananda teaches that by strengthening our will through self-discipline and meditation, we align with our divine power, enabling us to master our fate. Ye are gods – Jesus
Yogananda’s Essential Teachings for Success in Spirituality
THE CORE PRACTICES
Meditation: Tuning into the Divine Meditation is at the heart of Yogananda’s teachings. He recommended meditating in the stillness of the early morning or evening to quiet the mind and connect with your inner divinity. Regular meditation not only brings serenity but also aligns you with the deeper truths of life, helping you navigate challenges with grace and clarity. Yogananda also taught that focusing on the spiritual eye—the point between the eyebrows—is a gateway to experiencing God.
Pranayama: The Breath of Life Yogananda emphasized the importance of controlling prana (life force energy, also known as qi) through breathwork. Techniques such as pranayama and energization exercises calm the nervous system, boost energy levels, and clear the mind. This practice is the key to accessing deeper states of meditation and spiritual awareness. “God is in the spine.” – Paramahansa Yogananda
Affirmations: Reprogramming the Subconscious With positive affirmations, Yogananda taught that you could transform your thoughts and align your subconscious with higher aspirations. Simple yet potent, affirmations instill self-confidence, optimism, and gratitude, fostering a mindset of abundance and joy. “I am the Infinite” – Paramahansa Yogananda
Devotion and Divine Love Devotional practices like chanting, prayer, and hymns open the heart to divine love and uplift the spirit. They dissolve ego barriers and cultivate an intimate connection with God, helping you to feel the boundless joy of divine presence.
Self-Reflection: The Mirror of Growth Yogananda encouraged daily self-analysis to uncover inner strengths and weaknesses. By reflecting on your actions, thoughts, and attitudes, you can identify areas for growth and overcome limiting patterns, paving the way for greater self-mastery.
Service to Others: The Spirit of Giving Selfless service is a cornerstone of Yogananda’s teachings. Through acts of kindness, charity, and compassion, you expand your heart and bring light into the lives of others. This practice purifies the soul and deepens your connection to the divine.
Study of Sacred Texts: Wisdom for the Soul Regular study of spiritual teachings, like the Bhagavad Gita or the Bible, provides timeless insights into the nature of existence. Yogananda encouraged his followers to draw strength and inspiration from sacred scriptures to stay rooted on their path.
Satsang: The Power of Spiritual Fellowship Yogananda highlighted the importance of connecting with like-minded individuals through spiritual gatherings, group meditation, and discussions. The shared energy and support of satsang foster greater focus and inspiration on the spiritual journey. “Environment is stronger than willpower”, said Yogananda.
The Transformative Benefits
Inner Peace and Clarity: Meditation and pranayama calm the mind and harmonize emotions, allowing you to experience profound peace.
Vitality and Resilience: Breath control and positive thinking strengthen your body, mind, and spirit, making you more adaptable to life’s challenges. 💫 “You have more strength than you’ll ever need to overcome any trial—because you’re a child of God.” — Paramahansa Yogananda
Divine Connection: Devotional practices and meditation open the door to experiencing divine love and guidance.
Self-Mastery: Self-reflection and sacred study nurture wisdom and self-awareness, empowering you to navigate life with purpose.
Joyful Living: Service to others and spiritual fellowship bring immense joy and a sense of unity with all beings.
A Daily Blueprint for Transformation
To embody Yogananda’s teachings, begin with small, consistent steps:
Dedicate time each morning to meditation and breathwork.
Use affirmations to reframe your thoughts during the day.
Set aside moments for introspection and sacred study in the evening.
Integrate devotional practices and acts of service into your routine.
With dedication and sincerity, these practices will lead you toward inner peace, divine joy, and ultimate self-realization.
Yogananda’s Essential Teachings for Success in Life
Beyond daily spiritual practices, Yogananda offered key insights into success—both in the material world and in self-realization. Here we extract the core principles that create the greatest impact with the least wasted effort:
1. Success Begins with Energy Mastery
Yogananda taught that energy is the foundation of success—not just physical energy, but mental, emotional, and spiritual energy. His Energization Exercises train the body to absorb cosmic energy, increasing vitality, focus, and resilience. Without high energy levels, success remains out of reach.
“The greater the will, the greater the flow of energy. The greater the flow of energy, the greater the magnetism (law of attraction).” — Paramahansa Yogananda
2. The Magnetic Power of Thoughts and Intentions (Law Of Attraction)
Thoughts are living forces—they attract circumstances and shape destiny. Yogananda emphasized conscious thought control, urging students to:
Visualize success with clarity.
Affirm goals with conviction.
Cultivate unwavering faith in the desired outcome.
This magnetic principle governs both spiritual realization and material prosperity.
Therefore I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them, and you shall have them. Mark 11:24
Jesus asked if people believed before performing miracles, as belief unlocks the flow of divine energy, while doubt blocks it.
“Between the eyebrows is the door to heaven. This center in the brain is the seat of will. When you concentrate deeply there and calmly will, whatever you are willing shall come about.” – Yogananda, Man’s Eternal Quest, p42
3. Deep Work and Concentration Over Struggle
Yogananda was a proponent of focused, deep work over exhausting struggle. He advised:
Single-minded focus on one goal at a time.
Eliminating distractions that drain willpower.
Engaging in work with joy and presence, as an act of divine service.
Efficiency in action, not just hard work, leads to the highest achievements.
4. The Science of Success: Willpower + Divine Guidance
Yogananda revealed that willpower, aligned with divine consciousness, is unstoppable. Success comes when you:
Strengthen your will through self-discipline.
Tune into inner guidance before making big decisions.
Act with faith, knowing the universe supports you.
He taught that “When you make up your mind to do something, God will send you the means.”
“When you make up your mind to do good things, you will accomplish them if you use dynamic will power to follow through. No matter what the circumstances are, if you go on trying, God will create the means by which your will shall find its proper reward.” – Yogananda
MAN IS KEPT HYPNOTIZED WITH DELUSION
You see, this world is a world of MAYA, delusion, and man is kept hypnotized with that delusion. Our mind has convinced us of so many limitations. Someone says, “I must have my coffee.” Another says,”I must have my juicy peak of steak,” and so on. It is a crazy world. I see it so clearly. But I follow the rules – as much as I want to, and then I say, “DOWN WITH RULES! IT IS THE MIND THAT RULES.” And it works.
Death was such a reality, life was such a reality, but they are no more real for me. Never was I born, though in my dreams of earth life I was born many times. And never have I died, though many times I dreamed the death of my body in this dream world. In this one incarnation I can sleep and dream that I am born in England as a powerful king. Then I die and dream I am born a devout man. And then I die again and am born as a successful lawyer. Again I die and am born as Yogananda. But they are all dreams. That is what I am saying. I used to find such pleasure in discovering my past incarnations. But that has lost its enchantment. They are just so many dreams. When I realized everything is mind stuff, and that it is God’s thought which is creating all these things, all these dreams all the time, then it had a different meaning for me. God can dissolve these dreams any time and bring them back again in better forms. But nothing is erased from the Infinite Mind; every dream is eternally imprinted there.
Delusion is so strong that it is pretty hard to believe it is delusion when you have needs and no money to meet them. It is difficult to believe that this world is MAYA when you are sick, and suffering. But when you constantly keep your mind in God, you will realize that this world is His dream.
This is why in India we don’t pay as much attention to physical healing as to the healing of the soul’s ignorance. To heal the soul of ignorance – that is, to remove the delusion that covers the soul – is the greatest of all healings, because that healing is lasting. And when you heal the soul, then you realize the body is nothing but a dream shell in which the soul resides.
~ SRI SRI PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA,
HARMONIZING PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPIRITUAL METHODS OF HEALING,
THE DIVINE ROMANCE, Pg 169
5. Right Association: The Fastest Way to Transform
“You are the sum of the company you keep.” Yogananda emphasized satsang (spiritual community) and avoiding negativity. He advised:
Surrounding yourself with uplifting, high-energy people.
Seeking mentors and spiritual teachers who embody wisdom.
Guarding against negative influences that weaken your mind and resolve.
Just as iron sharpens iron, greatness is contagious.
6. Detachment and Fearlessness: The Supreme Advantage
“Yoga teaches that where God is, there is no fear, no sorrow. The successful yogi can stand unshaken midst the crash of breaking worlds”
– Paramahansa Yogananda
Yogananda taught that attachment breeds suffering, while detachment leads to power. The most successful people:
Let go of fear, knowing the soul is eternal.
Detach from results, focusing only on the effort.
Embrace change, trusting that every shift is divine will.
By cultivating a fearless, unattached mindset, you become unshakable in any challenge.
Always follow conscience: Always choose conscience over selfishness. At times, it may demand sacrifice—even blood. But this is the path of the spiritual warrior.
7. Joy as the Measure of True Success
Yogananda’s ultimate teaching: Success without joy is failure. He urged his students to:
Pursue work that brings deep fulfillment.
Balance ambition with inner peace.
Cultivate divine joy daily—through meditation, gratitude, and service.
By applying these essential teachings, one can achieve life’s highest success—spiritually and materially. Yogananda’s path shows that true success is not just external achievement, but a life radiating energy, wisdom, and divine joy.
As Yogananda said, “Make your heart a temple of love, your mind a temple of peace, and your soul a temple of God.”
Start today and transform your life into a radiant expression of your highest self.
“God will not tell you that you should desire Him above all else, because He wants your love to be freely given, without “prompting.” That is the whole secret in the game of this universe. He who created us yearns for our love.
He wants us to give it spontaneously, without His asking. Our love is the one thing God does not possess, unless we choose to bestow it. So, you see, even the Lord has something to attain: our love. And we shall never be happy until we give it.”
-Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda,
“How You Can Talk With God”
Babaji, the deathless “Revered Father,” leads the sacred line of Kriya Yoga Gurus. The reincarnation of Krishna himself, Babaji and Jesus Christ are in divine partnership for the upliftment of humanity and the awakening of souls.
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“NUMEROUS ARE THE SCARS I BEAR FOR DOING GOOD. And if they mattered I wouldn’t be here; I would be in the Himalayas.
But such scars are worthwhile, for they help you to grow spiritually. Only those who live the life of Christ and meet his tests find him. To them Christ comes. He would never have come to me if I had indulged in pride or anger, or if I had slapped back when others treated me unjustly.
People will treat you unjustly—that is the way of the world.”
SIFU MATT RUSSO IS A DEVOTED DISCIPLE OF THE GREAT MASTER SRI PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA.
For over 20 years, Sifu Matt has been an active member of a devout yoga group dedicated to studying and living the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and Christ. His philosophy, along with Divine Love and the principles of Dharma, remains central to Sifu Matt’s existence. While Sifu Matt is not authorized to teach the sacred Kriya Yoga technique, he is authorized to teach the supporting practices and integrates these teachings into the RAT Synthesis Mind Range™ sessions.
