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The Doctrine of Karma - as science now recognises, is cause and effect, action and reaction.  In this Satsang with Nalanie, she explains the doctrine and discusses the different aspects of Karma, in particular the good Karma that can be generated through selfless service.  Recorded at The Integral Yoga Centre , Gibraltar, on the 21st May, 2025. 

In this, the second of the two part series, Nalanie continues to discuss the ego and the Self, and she answers two important questions: How to deal with anger and what is the best way to find the Self.  Recorded at Aum Yoga, Marbella , (https://aumyogamarbella.com) on the 26th April 2025.

The Beginning Of Me is about the ego.  By reference to the ancient Hindu scriptures - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, The Bhagavad Gita, and The Upanishads - Nalanie explores the subject of the ego and explains how to rise above it and identify with the Higher Self.  Part one of a two-part series. Recorded at Aum Yoga, Marbella, on the 26th April, 2025.

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 gives some examples and guidance on how to find your purpose...
Recorded at Finca Ananda (www.fincaananda.com) on the 3rd April, 2025.

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.  

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, Gibraltar on the 22nd January, 2025.  The rights to all images and music used remain with the originators.

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 - The Portion on Practice), and touched upon Book Three (Vibhuti Pada - The Portion on Accomplishments).  This edition includes cross references to Biblical texts.  Recorded at The Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar, on the 8th May, 2024. 

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 George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 24th April, 2024.

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 describing the difference between the small 's' self (the ego) and the true Self with a capital 'S'!  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 17th April, 2024.  

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 (the Eight Limbs of Yoga).  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 10th April, 2024. 

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 includes a demonstration of 'Kapalabhati', the rapid breathing technique of Pranayama.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 3rd April, 2024.

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 Centre, Gibraltar, on the 27th March, 2024.

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, and copyright belonging to Robert Slap

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.  The music at the opening is 'The Eternal OM' by Robert Slap and all rights to it remain with him.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 6th March, 2024.

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 Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 28th February, 2024.

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-asmita Samadhi); and a detailed reading from The Upanishads. It concludes with a short meditation.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 21st February, 2024. 

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 practical advice on meditation, and on faith – “ the biggest angel is within you.” recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 14th February, 2024.  

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 how to deal with people who 'push your buttons!' Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre on the 7th February, 2024. 

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.

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. 

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 'soul doctor.'  Nalanie gave this talk in Hong Kong on 20th January, 2024.

This short clip features music courtesy of 'Music for Body and Spirit.'

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 some advice about relationships.  Includes a recap of Book Two - Sutras 28 to 30 and Sutra 32.  The mantra "Shri Ram" is by Robert Gass and all rights to it belong to Robert Gass.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 6th December, 2023. 

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 The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 29th November, 2023.  

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 on the 22nd November, 2023.  

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 16th November, 2023. 

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 in sexual relationships and the use of energy in love. And what lies behind most of the world's problems? Greed.  Nalanie then goes on to relay some of the benefits of practicing non-greed.  Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 15th November 2023. 

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 at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 8th November, 2023.

Truthfulness in relationships, and the difference between inspiration and desire. This edition of the Study opens with a recap of Sutras 34 & 35 and a short discussion about non-violence, discusses the above and closes with the Power of the Mantra. Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 1st November, 2023. 

The Yamas and Niyamas, Pratipaksha Bhavanam, self-discipline, self-harming and 'know yourself' - these are the subjects covered in this edition of the study of The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 25th October, 2023. 

Here Nalanie talks about non-attachment and she explains the eight limbs of Yoga.  This edition includes a recap of Book One, Sutras 2, 3 and 14, and a brief resumé of the different stages of Samadhi and different types of Karma.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 11th October, 2023.  The extract from "Shri Ram - Serenity" courtesy of Robert Gass.

"The Call to joy!"  Following on from the sixth session Nalanie begins by giving a recap of the different stages of Samadhi and she quotes extensively from Robert Holden's book,  "Higher Purpose" in which the author clearly expresses what the feeling of joy is and where it emanates from.  Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre in Gibraltar on the 13th September 2023. 

There are no shortcuts; nothing outside can bring you permanent happiness.  Non-attachment and contentment are just two of the 'tools' to leading a peaceful and happy life.  Continuing the theme of the earlier Satsang, "Pathways To Ananda (Bliss)" Nalanie expands on how to find your peace within, even under difficult and challenging circumstances.  Recorded at Finca Ananda on Spain's Costa Del Sol on 14th September, 2023.

In this edition Nalanie recaps Sutra 15 and non-attachment, and then goes on to discuss the different stages of Samadhi (contemplation).  It includes advice on how to deal with addictions and a short story about the consequences of anger.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 6th September, 2023. 

Non-attachment and sleep as a mental modification: In this session Nalanie recaps the study of Book One covered to-date, and puts the practice of non-attachment into perspective by quoting from both The Bhagavad Gita and The Upanishads. She also answers questions about sleep and how to change the way you think.  Recorded at the George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 28th June 2023. "Shri Ram" by courtesy of Robert Gass

This edition covers Practice and Non-attachment and includes a re-cap of Sutras 1 to 6.  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 21st June 2023. 

In part three of the series, Nalanie discusses the five mental modifications in the mind and how pleasure that at first seems like poison can be nectar in the end, and how pleasure that initially seems like nectar can end as poison.
Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 14th June, 2023.

Do you know the way to find real and lasting peace in your life?  In this talk, Nalanie explains the steps to be taken on the spiritual journey to 'Ananda.'  As examples, she refers to her booklet, "Steps To Enlightenment" and her talk includes two Mantras and advice to a householder as given in the ancient scripture, The Upanishads.  Recorded at Finca Ananda, Spain, on the 8th June, 2023.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali will change your life!  In this, the first of an in-depth study of the ancient Hindu scripture, Nalanie provides some background on Sri Patanjali and explains the benefits to be gained from studying the Sutras.  She also covers Sutras 1 and 2 of Book One, entitled "Samadhi Pada - The Portion on Contemplation."  Based on the translation and commentary by H H Sri Swami Satchidananda, founder of Integral Yoga.
Recorded at The Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar, on the 31st May 2023.

Nalanie opens this edition in the series by asking the question: What is real and what is unreal? She also emphasises the need to be grounded to be spiritual.  Her talk includes an explanation of the Sri Patanjali chant and some advice for women in abusive relationships. Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 7th June, 2023. 

In this Satsang, Nalanie discusses non-attachment and using a quote from the book "The Song of the Bird" by Anthony De Mello she emphasises the importance of contentment.  She also warns that the spiritual path is like a razor's edge and therefore constant practice of the Yogic tools is essential in the quest for a contented mind. Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain, on the 10th May 2023. 

Are you confused about spirituality? What does your soul tell you? Why did you decide to take the spiritual path? In this video Nalanie asks the audience to consider these questions in order to gain a deeper insight into what it means to be spiritual.  Recorded at the George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 23rd April 2023.

'What is nectar in the beginning is poison in the end' - a quote from The Bhagavad Gita, which also says the opposite is true, that 'poison in the beginning is nectar in the end.'  Here Nalanie discusses pleasure and pain, they are two sides of the same coin, and how to be free from desires that cause both.  Recorded at the George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on 8th March 2023.

In this, the next in the series entitled 'Mastering Your Mind,' Nalanie reflects on the joy to be found by turning inward, and the peace to be experienced when meditating on the true Self.  Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on 1st March 2023.  Music extract courtesy of The Kiffness & Rushawn.

What do you want for 2023 - or for any other New Year? Are peace and happiness your goals? Or is it just to change a bad habit? In this video Nalanie says to forget making a New Year's resolution and to look within, for it is there you will find the way to a new beginning and a new you!  Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 11th January 2023.

Mantras and Prayers can be so powerful - and Nalanie explains how and why and, to the spiritual aspirant, the importance of saying them both.
Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 30th November 2022. 

In this edition of the 'Mastering Your Mind' series, Nalanie asks: "What is your goal?"
She also discusses being 'in the now', awareness, body language and miracles.
Recorded at the George Harilela Yoga Centre, Spain on the 23rd November 2022.

In this edition, Nalanie provides explanations on the Koshas and gives more details about the Chakras.  Includes breathing exercises and visualisations.
Recorded at the Integral Yoga Centre, Gibraltar on the 9th November 2022.

In this, the second in the series covering Kriya Yoga - the technique of controlling energy through pranayama (breath control) and meditation - Nalanie looks deeper into the practice of the Bandhas (energy locks) and how these can improve health.  Included are two short guided meditations and explanations of the 'Chakras'.  
Recorded at The George Harilela Yoga Hall, Spain on 26th October 2022.

Continuing under the theme "Mastering Your Mind" Nalanie discusses Kriya Yoga - the technique of controlling energy through pranayama (breath control) and meditation. This includes a practical demonstration of 'Bhastrika' - 'the Bellows Breath' - and of the 'Bandhas," the energy locks which when released allow the spiritual energy to flow more vigorously.