Nalanie's Podcast-Raja yoga-Pathways to a Peaceful Mind
Nalanie Chellaram is a highly regarded modern spiritual teacher, dedicated to selfless service. In these podcast episodes, her lively teachings are filled with stories and anecdotes about her her life of learning, service and love, before and after meeting her beloved Master Sri Swami Satchidananda. She teaches us the science and art of Yoga, through the experiences of life in this world today.
Episodes
128 episodes
How Can You Find Your Purpose In Life?
Do you know what your purpose in life is? It doesn't have to be a vocation or career, it can be something simple like being kind and generous. It can also be to use the talent or talents you have been given. Here' Nalanie give...
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Episode 1
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41:25
How Do You Create Your Own Spiritual Practice?
Where to start? Here, Nalanie explains the simple steps anyone can take towards a peaceful and beautiful life in Spirit. Recorded at Finca Ananda, Spain on the 30th January, 2025.
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Stilling The Mind With Breath
Nalanie discusses and demonstrates the effectiveness of using the breath to calm the mind - a useful tool when attempting meditation. The recording includes some short guided meditations. Recorded at The Integral Yoga Centre, Gibral...
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59:54
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S28) Summary
In this, the final part of the series, Nalanie summarises the study of the ancient Hindu scripture, The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali. The study covered in depth Book One (Samadhi Pada - The Portion on Contemplation) and Book Two (Sadhana Pada...
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Episode 28
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54:00
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S27) Book Two - Sutras 7 to 9
Ignorance, egoism, attachment, aversion and clinging to life are all covered in this, the penultimate session of The Study of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.Nalanie also includes advice on meditation and how to meditate. Recorded at The...
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Episode 27
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42:14
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S26) Book Two - Sutras 2 to 6
Following on from the previous session, here Nalanie discusses in more detail the obstacles (the 'Kleśas' - or 'Kleshas') to spiritual growth. This edition includes advice on how to handle divorce, and a reading from The Upanishads descri...
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Episode 26
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52:20
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S25) Book Two - Sutra 1
This session includes an explanation of what it means to accept pain for purification, and of the meaning of 'Kriya Yoga' and the Koshas. There is also a recap of Book One, Sutra 33 (the Four Locks and Keys) and Book Two, Sutras 28 and 29...
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Episode 25
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47:54
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S24) Book One - Sutras 34 to 41
The duality of the world, how to face the wars (battles) in our lives, how to remove the blockages inhibiting our spiritual growth, and what to concentrate on to aid meditation. These are just some of the subjects in this edition, which include...
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Episode 24
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48:06
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S23) Book One - Sutra 33
In this edition, Nalanie focusses on Sutra 33 - known as "The Four Locks and Keys." She opens the session with a discussion about faith, and she goes on to offer advice on dealing with panic attacks. Recorded at The Integral Yoga Ce...
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Episode 23
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44:25
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S22) Book One - Sutras 30 to 35
In this edition, Nalanie talks about the obstacles to spiritual growth and how to overcome them. "Change your language, change your life!"Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Hall on the 13th March 2024.Music "The Eternal OM" by, ...
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Episode 22
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47:36
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S21) Book One - Sutras 27 to 29
In this edition Nalanie provides an explanation of the 'Mantram OM' including readings from the ancient Hindu scripture 'The Upanishads.' The session begins with a recap of Book One, Sutras 21 to 26 on Devotion and Isvara pranidhanam.&nbs...
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Episode 21
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37:47
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S20) Book One - Sutras 21 to 26
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 Integra...
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Episode 20
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43:55
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S19) Book Three - Sutras 2 & 3
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-a...
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Episode 19
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38:59
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S18) Book Three - Sutra 1
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 practi...
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Episode 18
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47:54
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S17) Book Two - Sutras 54 & 55
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 ho...
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Episode 17
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48:09
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S16) Book Two - Sutras 49 to 53
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.
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Episode 16
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52:34
Guided Meditation On Truthfulness And Compassion
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.
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Episode 2
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16:20
How To Practice Truthfulness With Compassion
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 'sou...
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52:29
Consciousness Is Love - A Guided Meditation
This short clip features music courtesy of 'Music for Body and Spirit.'
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The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S15) Book One - Sutra 30 and Book Two - Sutra 46
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 so...
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Episode 15
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36:59
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S14) Book Two - Sutras 41 to 44 (Recap), Book One - Sutras 23 to 27
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 Th...
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Episode 14
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43:59
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S13) Book Two - Sutras 40 to 43
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 o...
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Episode 13
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52:54
How Do We Find Inner Peace?
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 1...
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Episode 3
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39:30
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S12) Book Two - Sutras 38 and 39
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 i...
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Episode 12
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47:01
The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: (S11) Book Two - Sutra 37
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...
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Episode 11
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