The awakening of the Holy Spirit is a distinct experience, not something merely emotional or imaginary. As you aspire on the path, the Holy Spirit lovingly sends guidance and assistance. It often starts subtly and then gradually becomes more powerful. Explore how to encourage and prepare for this awakening. Discover how you can be happier and enjoy greater spiritual realization through this profound blessing.

The practice of yoga can free us from inner tension and turbulence and allow an awakening to the Holy Spirit. This process is called the awakening of the kundalini. Discover how to become spiritually alive and awake to the reality of the Holy Spirit.

The science of meditation leads to the experience of the hush, the beginning of relating directly to Spirit. As we grow into deeper levels of communion with the Lord, marvelous experiences come our way. Allow Sri Ramakrishna’s words to propel you forward on the spiritual path.

The first step of Patanjali’s Eightfold Path of awareness and enlightenment is character development through the yamas and niyamas. Practice of these restraints and observances allow the qualities of the inner self to express. See how character development can lead to a life of wholeness and fulfillment.

One of the main purposes of life is to refine the character in order to allow our inner self to shine through. Shedding the blockages to soul expression is the beginning of spiritual life. Learn how developing and refining character can bring more joy into your life.

We are spiritual beings, created in the image of God. We can turn to Spirit to realize our true worth when we have problems with our self-image. Knowing the value the Lord places on your life propels you forward on the spiritual path.

As we grow in yoga, our problems lessen and we begin to experience more abundance. The awareness of the harmony of body, mind and spirit abides in us, radiates from us. Discover how yoga can flow in you and from you into the world.

Chanting and listening to the Om sound is a nada yoga practice. Learn how to chant Om. Discover how chanting Om can lead to spiritual awareness.

Our true self, the soul, is already pure. Each yoga path focuses on uncovering the innate purity at the core of our being. Explore practices which foster purity and discover how to remember and live in your true nature.

Swami Yatiswarananda (The Divine Life) writes that purity is a necessity for fulfillment in yoga. Explore the many yoga practices which help develop inner purity. Discover how spiritual life begins with purification practices.