Advice on recognizing a true spiritual teacher and on the proper attitude with which the seeker can learn and grow through the guidance of such an enlightened master. The qualifications of a disciple are discussed, as is the means of receiving inner guidance when one's master is not in the physical [...]

Sri Swami Satchidananda gives a remarkably thorough overview of the various techniques of meditation in relatively few pages. The booklet describes the use of mantras, yantras, and specific breathing practices.[...]

A finalist for the Publishers Marketing Association Spiritual Book of the Year Award, this modern translation and commentary makes the deep spiritual truths of India s timeless classic available to the Western mind in a way never before thought possible. As it is said, The wisest man makes the diffi[...]

These daily inspirational readings contain Swami Satchidananda's teachings on the spiritual life--how to serve others and realize peace, truth, and union with the divine. Culled from twenty-five years of lectures to spiritual seekers in the West and the East, these readings are expressed with the si[...]

The Healthy Vegetarian discusses, in clear simple terms, the contribution that a vegetarian diet can make to one's physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Both new and long-time vegetarians can benefit from information on matters such as when and when not to eat, how to eat, the properties of foo[...]

In print constantly since 1970, this large format Hatha Yoga instruction guide is now recognized as a classic in its field. Over 160 large photographs show Hatha expert Sri Swami Satchidananda performing more than 80 postures, breathing practices, relaxation, cleansing and concentration techniques. [...]

"In Yoga, you don't need to get something to make yourself happy. You are only to realize that you already are happiness personified." Swami Satchidananda explores the core teaching of yoga that our natural state needs only to be uncovered in order to experience life as total joy. Topics include pur[...]

"Golden Moments" is a book of inspirational short passages on a variety of topics including the body-mind connection, selfless service, self-healing, the path of marriage, and karma.[...]