swami satchidananda

In this edition, Nalanie goes back to Book One (the Portion on Contemplation) and discusses 'Isvara Pranidhanam' which is self-surrender and devotion to the Divine. It includes a brief recap of Book One, Sutra 14.   Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 28th February, 2024.

Dhyana (meditation) and Samadhi (contemplation and absorption) are the subjects of this edition. It includes an explanation of the different kinds of Samadhi (Samprajnata Samadhi, Savitarka Samadhi, Savichara Samadhi, Sa-ananda Samadhi and Sa-asmita Samadhi); and a detailed reading from The Upanishads. It concludes with a short meditation.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 21st February, 2024. 

The sixth limb of Yoga, and the first step towards meditation, Dharana (concentration) is the subject for this edition which, as it was recorded on Valentine’s Day, includes a discussion about love – “only love is real.” It also includes practical advice on meditation, and on faith – “ the biggest angel is within you.” recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 14th February, 2024.  

Pratyahara - sense control - is the subject of this edition of the study. It includes a brief recap of 'pranayama' - breath control - and how slowing the breath can help with pratyahara and panic attacks. Also included are non-attachment and how to deal with people who 'push your buttons!' Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre on the 7th February, 2024. 

In this edition, Nalanie explains 'Pranayama' - breath control.  It includes a recap of Book Two - Sutras 46 to 48, and a short meditation using the breath.
Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 31st January, 2024.

This short recording is of a guided meditation and contemplation that Nalanie led following her talk in Hong Kong on 'How To Practice Truthfulness With Compassion.'   Recorded on the 20th January 2024. 

Based on "Axiom Therapy" - a system of therapy utilising truthfulness and compassion developed by Nalanie Harilela Chellaram and grounded in Yogic tenets and teachings, and as practiced by her during her over 30 years as a counsellor, as a 'soul doctor.'  Nalanie gave this talk in Hong Kong on 20th January, 2024.

This short clip features music courtesy of 'Music for Body and Spirit.'

The main topic for this edition is 'Asana' - Yoga posture.  However, Nalanie opens with a short talk about faith, continuing the theme of 'accepting pain for purification,' and in closing she demonstrates the power of the mind and gives some advice about relationships.  Includes a recap of Book Two - Sutras 28 to 30 and Sutra 32.  The mantra "Shri Ram" is by Robert Gass and all rights to it belong to Robert Gass.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 6th December, 2023. 

This edition includes going deeper into 'accepting pain for purification'; the difference between love and possessiveness; what is 'Isvara Pranidhanam' and some advice on what to do when Kundalini rises and you feel unwell.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 29th November, 2023.  

Subjects covered include moderation, accepting pain for purification, purifying the mind and awakening the Guru within. This session includes a recap of Book Two - Sutra 39 (non-greed).  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 22nd November, 2023.  

Practicing contentment and non-attachment, no expectations, and by not judging others are just a few ways Nalanie advocates towards finding that peace within.  This is the third in the series filmed at Finca Ananda.  Recorded on the 16th November, 2023. 

This week's subjects: Decision making, moderation and non-greed.
'Brahmacharya' is often considered as the practice of celibacy but more accurately it is the practice of moderation.  In this episode Nalanie openly discusses moderation in sexual relationships and the use of energy in love. And what lies behind most of the world's problems? Greed.  Nalanie then goes on to relay some of the benefits of practicing non-greed.  Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 15th November 2023. 

Non-stealing.  This edition continues to explore the Yamas and Niyamas, the tools to help you deal with the outside world while on the spiritual path, includes some useful affirmations, and concludes with a short meditation.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 8th November, 2023.

Truthfulness in relationships, and the difference between inspiration and desire. This edition of the Study opens with a recap of Sutras 34 & 35 and a short discussion about non-violence, discusses the above and closes with the Power of the Mantra. Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 1st November, 2023. 

The Yamas and Niyamas, Pratipaksha Bhavanam, self-discipline, self-harming and 'know yourself' - these are the subjects covered in this edition of the study of The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 25th October, 2023. 

Here Nalanie talks about non-attachment and she explains the eight limbs of Yoga.  This edition includes a recap of Book One, Sutras 2, 3 and 14, and a brief resumé of the different stages of Samadhi and different types of Karma.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 11th October, 2023.  The extract from "Shri Ram - Serenity" courtesy of Robert Gass.

"The Call to joy!"  Following on from the sixth session Nalanie begins by giving a recap of the different stages of Samadhi and she quotes extensively from Robert Holden's book,  "Higher Purpose" in which the author clearly expresses what the feeling of joy is and where it emanates from.  Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre in Gibraltar on the 13th September 2023. 

There are no shortcuts; nothing outside can bring you permanent happiness.  Non-attachment and contentment are just two of the 'tools' to leading a peaceful and happy life.  Continuing the theme of the earlier Satsang, "Pathways To Ananda (Bliss)" Nalanie expands on how to find your peace within, even under difficult and challenging circumstances.  Recorded at Finca Ananda on Spain's Costa Del Sol on 14th September, 2023.

In this edition Nalanie recaps Sutra 15 and non-attachment, and then goes on to discuss the different stages of Samadhi (contemplation).  It includes advice on how to deal with addictions and a short story about the consequences of anger.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 6th September, 2023.