This article is in memory of Swami Veda Bharati, who passed away on July 14, 2015. When I met him in 1971, he was called Dr. Arya and he was the scholar in residence at the Himalayan Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy under the direction of Swami Rama in the suburbs of Chicago. As […]
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Darshan With Rama Jyoti Vernon
January 19, 2013 by
When I was a younger man, I studied yoga with two amazing teachers in the same ashram (spiritual center) near Chicago. The main teacher was Swami Rama of the Himalayas, who I consider one of my root teachers. His principal disciple at that time was Dr. Arya, who is now Swami Veda Bharati. I have recently been […]
The Turth Within You – Swami Vivekananda
June 1, 2012 by
This quote came for a card from a friend a long time ago. It has been waiting to be shared all this time. The teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Sri Ramakrishna were the first teachings I was exposed to when I began meditation practices at the Vedanta Center in Chicago. We would sit, listen to […]
Celebrating Transitions: Walking with Impermanence
April 22, 2026 by
Life is always moving. Even when we feel stuck, even when we cling to what is familiar, the world continues to shift beneath our feet. In the Buddhist tradition, this truth is called anicca—impermanence. It’s not meant to frighten us. It’s meant to wake us up. We are often sad and suffer a lot when […]
The Path of Presence
Insights and Practices with Dr. Jerome Freedman, PhD, CMT, OI Embracing Mindful Practices At Mountain Sangha, we are committed to sharing transformative Meditation Practices. Our endeavors are guided by four core objectives, designed to enrich your journey: To serve as your central wellspring for the latest meditation news and insightful videos, alleviating the need for […]
Words of Wisdom for April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024 by
Dear Friends: “Childhood is something great. In childhood the mind is pure, tender and receptive. If we impart good education to our children, become selfless examples for them, and give them love, perhaps they will grow and become the best citizens of the world. Then, the whole universe will bloom like a flower.” – Swami […]
Words of Wisdom for April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024 by
Dear Friends: “Childhood is something great. In childhood the mind is pure, tender and receptive. If we impart good education to our children, become selfless examples for them, and give them love, perhaps they will grow and become the best citizens of the world. Then, the whole universe will bloom like a flower.” – Swami […]
Daily Practice
February 9, 2021 by
I want to share with you the details of my daily practice. These practices nourish me year after year and continue to be the source of my health and well-being. After I awaken, I log on to Insight Timer and begin my morning practice. I often listen to guided meditations to help me become centered and […]
What is a Hero?
February 22, 2017 by
What is a hero? Do you really know? Is it someone strong and vibrant who goes off and slays your enemies and upholds your friends? Or is it a football quarterback who wins the Super Bows in the last second with his “hail Mary” throw? Christoper McDougall doesn’t think it is any of these. […]
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