Yasodhara Ashram

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A rich blend of insights and discussions from Yasodhara Ashram teachers and more. Yasodhara Ashram is a yoga retreat and study centre founded by Swami Sivananda Radha in 1963, in Kootenay Bay, British Columbia, Canada. With a lineage of leadership guided by women, our spiritual tradition emphasizes the nurturing and devotional qualities of the Divine Feminine. We are also home to the Temple of Light, which recognizes the Light in all traditions and the divine spark in each person. It symbolizes peace, hope and unity – and is open to all.

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My Time with Radha with Swami Sivananda 31.07.2023 45:26

In this episode Katie Taher and guest, Swami Sivananda, long-time Ashram teacher and Swami Radha's personal driver and student, discuss how personal familial and societal expectations We discuss how personal familial and societal expectations are challenged on the path of yoga and the value of surrender during difficult times.

Meaningful Lives - Stevey Seymour 29.06.2023 39:24

Welcome to our new podcast series hosted by Swami Lalitananda, Meaningful Lives. Over the next months, she will be talking with people from diverse backgrounds who are driven by an inner calling and give back to life in various rich ways. In this episode, she is in conversation with Ksxan, also known as Stevey Seymour. She is a Sinixt poet and a member of the Colville Confederated Tribes in Washin...

My Time With Radha - Devi on Committment 31.05.2023 35:43

Katie Taher sits down with Devi and discusses her time with Swami Radha and the theme of commitment. Devi reflects on how Swami Radha challenged her and was able to break down her defences - knowing exactly what she needed. Even if it meant an emotionally difficult experience, Devi committed to learning and expanding through the practices. The commitment she made to herself during her time at the...

My Time with Radha - Tara 27.04.2023 49:05

In the 70s, Tara, a long-time Ashram teacher, and several other women (names you will know) started a women's centre in Lethbridge, Alberta. She was introduced to the Ashram through members of this group and embarked upon her spiritual journey with Swami Radha. Tara reflects on the difference between being nice and being compassionate. She relates accounts of Swami Radha's fierce compassio...

My Time with Radha - Swami Satyananda 07.04.2023 49:11

Our second podcast is another wonderful conversation hosted by Katie Taher, this time with senior Ashram teacher Swami Satyananda. They discuss Swami Satyananda's beginnings at the Ashram and her interactions with Swami Radha who she remembers as a fierce yet compassionate teacher who guided her to contemplate her life deeply. The theme of harmony is reflected upon as Swami Satyananda reveals...

My Time With Radha - Swami Jyotihananda - Episode 1 07.03.2023 40:17

In our podcast launch and debut episode, Katie Taher interviews Swami Jyotihananda, a long time teacher and resident of Yasodhara Ashram. Listen as they discuss her relationship with her Guru, spiritual teacher Swami Sivananda Radha. Jyotihananda talks about creativity, how she first got involved with the Ashram and discusses how the teachings can help others reach their Highest Potential.