When Autobiography of a Yogi first appeared in 1946, it was acclaimed as a landmark work in its field. The New York Times hailed it as "a rare account". Newsweek pronounced it "fascinating". The San Francisco Chronicle declared, "Yogananda presents a convincing case for yoga, and those who 'came to scoff' may remain 'to pray." Today it is still one of the most widely read and respected books ever published on the wisdom of the East.This audio edition, featuring Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley's masterful narration, contains the complete text of Paramahansa Yogananda's life story, an absorbing account of a singular search for Truth. Yogananda describes his experiences with modern-day saints and illuminated masters of India, and presents a definitive introduction to the whole science and philosophy of Yoga. Read more

Autobiography of a Yogi is at once a beautifully written account of an exceptional life and a profound introduction to the ancient science of Yoga and its time-honored tradition of meditation. Profoundly inspiring, it is at the same time vastly entertaining, warmly humorous and filled with extraordinary personages.Self-Realization Fellowship's editions, and none others, include extensive material added by the author after the first edition was published, including a final chapter on the closing years of his life.Selected as "One of the 100 Best Spiritual Books of the Twentieth Century", Autobiography of a Yogi has been translated into more than 50 languages, and is regarded worldwide as a classic of religious literature. Several million copies have been sold, and it continues to appear on best-seller lists after more than sixty consecutive years in print. With engaging candor, eloquence, and wit, Paramahansa Yogananda tells the inspiring chronicle of his life: the experiences of his remarkable childhood, encounters with many saints and sages during his youthful search throughout India for an illumined teacher, ten years of training in the hermitage of a revered yoga master, and the thirty years that he lived and taught in America. Also recorded here are his meetings with Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, Luther Burbank, the Catholic stigmatist Therese Neumann, and other celebrated spiritual personalities of East and West. The author clearly explains the subtle but definite laws behind both the ordinary events of everyday life and the extraordinary events commonly termed miracles. His absorbing life story becomes the background for a penetrating and unforgettable look at the ultimate mysteries of human existence. Read more

Beloved bestselling author Rhonda Byrne launched a global phenomenon with the publication of The Secret in 2006. This life-altering work helped people understand the untapped powers that reside within. But Rhonda’s journey was far from over as something inside her urged her to seek more wisdom. She spent fourteen years searching until she uncovered the universal truth contained in this audiobook.The Greatest Secret is a quantum leap that will take the listener beyond the material world and into the spiritual realm, where all possibilities exist. The teachings you will hear in this audiobook offer accessible practices that can be put to use immediately and profound revelations that will dissolve fears and uncertainty, anxiety and pain. Filled with revelatory words of spiritual teachers from around the world past and present—many of their voices appearing in this audiobook—The Greatest Secret is a profound master work that offers listeners everywhere a direct path to end suffering and to live a life of deep joy.“The Secret showed you how to create anything you want to be, do, or have. Nothing has changed—it is as true today as it ever was. This book reveals the greatest discovery a human being can ever make, and shows you the way out of negativity, problems, and what you don’t want, to a life of permanent happiness and bliss.” — From The Greatest SecretFeaturing the voices of Rhonda Byrne, Sailor Bob Adamson, Michael Beckwith, David Bingham, Peter Dziuban, Hale Dwoskin, Michael James, Loch Kelly, Kalyani Lawry, Peter Lawry, Francis Lucille, Shakti Caterina Maggi, Mooji, Jac O’Keeffe, Rupert Spira, and Pamela Wilson. Also featuring the words of Julian Barbour, Deepak Chopra, Anthony de Mello, Jan Frazier, Joel Goldsmith, Dr David R. Hawkins, Byron Katie, Krishna, J. Krishnamurti, Robert Lanza, Lao Tzu, Lester Levenson, Nisargadatta Maharaj, Ramana Maharshi, Papaji, Max Planck, Rumi, Peter Russell, Eckhart Tolle, Alan Watts, and Paramahansa Yogananda. With the additional voices of Shaan Baig, Edoardo Ballerini, Antonia Bath, William Burns, Skye Byrne, Matthew Lloyd Davies, Manish Dongardive, Bill Doyle, Stephen Graybill, Gary Furlong, Michele Karpel, Adam Lazarre-White, and Sunil Malhotra. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio. Read more

In this remarkable book, Paramahansa Yogananda reveals the hidden yoga of the Gospels and confirms that Jesus, like the ancient sages and masters of the East, not only knew yoga but taught this universal science of God-realization to his closest disciples. Compiled from the author's highly praised two-volume work, The Second Coming of Christ: The Resurrection of the Christ Within You, this insightful and compact book transcends the centuries of dogma and misunderstanding that have obscured the original teachings of Jesus, showing that he taught a unifying path by which seekers of all faiths can enter the kingdom of God. Topics include: ÂThe lost years of Jesus in India ÂThe ancient science of meditation: how to become a Christ ÂThe true meaning of baptism. Read more

Autobiography of a Yogi is at once a beautifully written account of an exceptional life and a profound introduction to the ancient science of Yoga and its time-honored tradition of meditation. Profoundly inspiring, it is at the same time vastly entertaining, warmly humorous and filled with extraordinary personages. Self-Realization Fellowship's editions, and none others, include extensive material added by the author after the first edition was published, including a final chapter on the closing years of his life.Selected as "One of the 100 Best Spiritual Books of the Twentieth Century", Autobiography of a Yogi has been translated into more than 30 languages, and is regarded worldwide as a classic of religious literature. Several million copies have been sold, and it continues to appear on best-seller lists after more than sixty consecutive years in print. With engaging candor, eloquence, and wit, Paramahansa Yogananda tells the inspiring chronicle of his life: the experiences of his remarkable childhood, encounters with many saints and sages during his youthful search throughout India for an illumined teacher, ten years of training in the hermitage of a revered yoga master, and the thirty years that he lived and taught in America. Also recorded here are his meetings with Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, Luther Burbank, the Catholic stigmatist Therese Neumann, and other celebrated spiritual personalities of East and West. The author clearly explains the subtle but definite laws behind both the ordinary events of everyday life and the extraordinary events commonly termed miracles. His absorbing life story becomes the background for a penetrating and unforgettable look at the ultimate mysteries of human existence. Read more

Rarely in a lifetime does a new spiritual classic appear that has the power to change people's lives and transform future generations. This is such a book. The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita shares the profound insights of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi, as remembered by his direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda. This commentary unlocks the Gita's depthless wisdom with striking clarity, inspiration, and hope for a modern audience. Read more

The Bhagavad Gita is India's most sacred text - the 'Hindu' Bible. Yogananda's translation and commentary brings a unique and deeply penetrating insight into this great scripture, which is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive books available on the science and philosophy of Yoga. God Talks With Arjuna explains the Bhagavad Gita's profoundest spiritual, psychological, and metaphysical truths, long obscured by metaphor and allegory. Yogananda takes Lord Krishna's counsel to the warrior Arjuna and applies it to our everyday struggles with the human ego. Our greatest battle he explains, like Arjuna's, takes place within our own minds as we fight our doubts, fears, negative habits, self-defeating thoughts, and erroneous thinking. Appealing to scholar and general reader alike, there is no other Gita on the market as attractive, and comprehensive. Yogananda said, 'From the moment of conception to the surrender of the last breath, man has to fight in each incarnation innumerable battles: biological, hereditary, bacteriological, physiological, climatic, social, ethical, political, sociological, psychological, metaphysical - so many varieties of inner and outer conflicts. Competing for victory in every encounter are the forces of good and evil. The whole intent of the Gita is to align man's efforts on the side of dharma, or righteousness. The ultimate aim is Self-realization, the realization of man's true Self, the soul, as made in the image of God, one with the ever-existing, ever-conscious, ever-new bliss of Spirit.' Read more

Discover the Timeless Wisdom of Autobiography of a YogiAutobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda is a spiritual classic that has captivated readers worldwide since its original publication in 1946. This deeply inspiring and transformative work offers a firsthand account of the extraordinary life and teachings of one of the most influential spiritual figures of the 20th century.The Journey of a Spiritual SeekerIn this remarkable autobiography, Yogananda chronicles his early years in India, his search for a spiritual master, and his encounters with renowned saints and sages. From his relationship with his guru, Sri Yukteswar, to his pioneering work in introducing Kriya Yoga to the West, Yogananda shares profound insights into the path of self-realization and the unity of all religious traditions.A Window into the MysticalThrough engaging storytelling and profound teachings, Autobiography of a Yogi explores themes such as meditation, the power of divine love, and the mysteries of the spiritual world. Yogananda’s encounters with spiritual luminaries and his accounts of miracles provide a glimpse into the deeper dimensions of human consciousness.A Spiritual Guide for AllThis original 1946 edition preserves the author’s unique voice and vision, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking inspiration, enlightenment, and a deeper connection to the divine. With its universal message, this book has touched millions of lives and continues to guide seekers on their spiritual journey.Perfect for readers of all faiths, Autobiography of a Yogi is a must-read for those yearning to explore the mysteries of life, spirituality, and the boundless potential of the human soul. Read more

The spiritual journey of the man who introduced yoga to the West, and inspired practitioners from George Harrison to Steve Jobs.   The remarkable life story of Paramhansa Yogananda is the groundbreaking work that introduced millions of Westerners to the practices of meditation and Kriya Yoga. Yogananda tells of his childhood in Gorakhpur, India, with his Bengali family, and his quest to find a guru who could satiate his desire for wisdom. After becoming a monk, he began his teachings of Kriya Yoga. But when he accepted an invitation to speak at a religious congress in Boston in 1920, his knowledge found an entirely new audience, as he then traveled across America lecturing and finally establishing the Self-Realization Fellowship in Los Angeles, where he was able to complete this classic work of spiritual expression.  Autobiography of a Yogi has been in print for over seventy years, sold over four million copies, and been translated into forty-six languages, spreading the wisdom of one of the most highly revered teachers of the Hindu religion and philosophy.  This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices. Read more

One of the Top 100 Spiritual Books of the Twentieth Century. New Bonus Materials added to this edition include: the last chapter that Yogananda wrote covering the years 1946-1951 that was not available in the original edition, the eulogy that Yogananda wrote for Gandhi, a new afterword by Swami Kriyananda, one of Yogananda's closest disciples.This is a new edition, featuring previously unavailable material, of true spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi one of the best-selling eastern philosophy titles of all-time, with millions of copies sold, named one of the best and most influential books of the 20th century.This highly prized verbatim reprinting of the original 1946 edition is the ONLY one available free from textual changes made after Yogananda's death.This updated edition contains bonus materials, including a last chapter that Yogananda himself wrote in 1951, five years after the publication of the first edition. It is the only version of this chapter available without posthumous changes.Yogananda was the first yoga master of India whose mission it was to live and teach in the West. His first-hand account of his life experiences includes childhood revelations, stories of his visits to saints and masters in India, and long-secret teachings of Self-realization that he made available to the Western reader.

Swami Yogananda (January 5, 1893 – March 7, 1952), born Mukunda Lal Ghosh and later known also as Paramahansa Yogananda, is attributed with introducing Kriya Yoga science to the West. This is an exact reproduction of his 1930 work (now Public Domain), formatted for Kindle devices. It contains detailed descriptions and instructions in the following techniques:
(1) Kriya Proper - The basic Kriya Pranayama technique
(2) Maha Mudra - Preparatory technique for Kriya Proper
(3) Jyoti Mudra - Technique to see the Spiritual Eye
This was titled, "Art of Super-Realization," and this is how Kriya Yoga was initially presented to the public.
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Inspiring stalwarts like the Beatles, Steve Jobs and Ravi Shankar, Autobiography of a Yogi is an immensely gratifying spiritual read that has altered and enriched the lives of millions across the world, since it was first published in 1946. An originative text that tells the story of Paramhansa Yogananda, this book has been revered for its memorable, incisive and instructive teachings. This spiritual autobiography will take you on an incredible journey of Indian mysticism and spirituality and deliver humbling, comforting truths about life and existence. A book that deserves a place in every home.. Read more

“A lively new book.” —The Guardian• Draws on firsthand accounts from Elvis’s wife, Priscilla, his friends and family, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors• Looks at key teachers who influenced him, including Yogananda, H. P. Blavatsky, and Manly P. Hall• Examines Elvis’s efforts as a natural healer, the significance of his UFO encounters, and his telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveling abilitiesElvis Presley, the most successful solo artist in history and an emblematic cultural figure of the Western world, has been widely perceived as a conservative Southern Christian. However, the truth about the man has been missed.Writer and researcher Miguel Conner reveals how Elvis was a profound mystic, occultist, and shaman. Beginning with the unusual circumstances of his birth—and his stillborn twin brother—Conner traces the diverse thread of mysticism that runs through Elvis Presley’s life, drawing on firsthand accounts from the people closest to him, including his wife, Priscilla, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors. He shows how Elvis studied seminal 19th- and 20th-century occultists, including H. P. Blavatsky, Manly P. Hall, G. I. Gurdjieff, and P. D. Ouspensky, and was a devotee of Indian yogi Paramahansa Yogananda. Conner argues that Elvis was well-versed in the esoteric practices of sex magic, meditation, astrology, and numerology and had a deep familiarity with Kabbalah, Gnosticism, Theosophy, and Eastern traditions. He also reveals how Elvis was a natural healer, telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveler who had significant mystical experiences and UFO encounters.Looking at the conspiratorial and paranormal aspects of Elvis’s life, the author explores the "Elvis visitations" that have occurred since the King’s death and the general high weirdness of his life. As Conner convincingly argues, Elvis was not just a one-of-a-kind rock-and-roller. He was the greatest magician America ever produced. Read more

The unique story of Jesus, Saint Thomas his Apostle, and how the Dharma of India became part of Saint Thomas Christianity“Original Christianity” is the teaching of both Jesus of Nazareth and his Apostle Saint Thomas in India. Although it was new to the Mediterranean world, it was really the classical, traditional teachings of the ancient rishis of India that even today comprise Sanatana Dharma, the Eternal Dharma, that goes far beyond religion into realization.In The Christ of India Swami Nirmalananda presents what those ancient teachings are, as well as the growing evidence that Jesus spent much of his “Lost Years” in India and Tibet. This is also the story of how the original teachings of Jesus and Saint Thomas thrived in India for centuries before the coming of the European colonialists.The Christ of India: The Story of Original Christianity includes the following: The Christ of India, about the Essene roots of Jesus and the early Christians; the spiritual training of Jesus; The "lost years" of Jesus, with much information never before gathered together in one place; Jesus' return to the West, and how his teachings were misunderstood; Jesus return to India after his resurrection; and much more.The Apostle of India, about how Jesus' apostle Saint Thomas went to India, and how the Christianity which grew up in India had a totally unique character compared to elsewhere in the world; the history of Saint Thomas Christianity in India and how it was persecuted by the colonialists.The Beliefs of Original ChristianitySpecial Appendix: Indian Masters Who Considered Jesus One of Them. Stories of masters who had visions of Jesus, and those who researched Jesus’ time in India, including Sri Ramakrishna, Paramhansa Yogananda, Swami Sivananda and othersYou will learn about the manuscripts which proved Jesus lived in the "East," and the efforts to suppress the news of their discovery.You will learn about the Indian Saint Thomas Christian bishop of the 18th century who taught karma and reincarnation, who later became a wonderworking saint revered by Christians, Hindus, and Muslims alike.Those who find themselves attracted to both Jesus and the Dharma of India will find this book fascinating and illuminating. Read more

Solving the Mystery of Life is the fourth volume in the bestselling Collected Talks and Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life series featuring Paramahansa Yogananda’s talks, lectures, and informal classes.This anthology of nearly 40 talks, given over a period of three decades, offers answers to those seemingly unanswerable questions such as “Why are we here? What is our destiny, and how can we control it? What is God and why did He make this earth? And if God is good, why is there evil in this world? How can we experience greater joy and security?”Readers looking for answers to the myriad outer and inner challenges of life will find these talks alive with the unique blend of all-embracing wisdom, encouragement, and love for humanity that have made Paramahansa Yogananda one of our era’s most trusted guides to the spiritual life.As one who solved the mystery of life himself, Yogananda lays out the divine laws at work in the universe, reminding the reader that we are immortal beings with infinite potential to realize and express beauty, nobility, and divinity of the human spirit.Chapters include: • The Art of Right Action • Harmonizing Your Life With Spiritual Vibrations • Training the Conscious & Subconscious Mind for Success • Awakening Will Power for Success & Divine Accomplishment • How to Get Out of Mental Ruts • The Divine Art of Erasing Age and Creating Vitality • The Mystic Tree of Life • How to Smile Away Your Troubles • Destroying the Consciousness of Fear • Cultivate Friendship with God Read more

"Whispers from Eternity: Greatest Mystical Poetry of All Time" by Paramahansa Yogananda is a mesmerizing collection of spiritual verses that invites readers into the profound and timeless realms of mysticism and divine love. Yogananda, a revered yogi and spiritual teacher, uses the power of poetry to convey deep mystical insights, offering readers a path to self-realization and a connection with the eternal. This book is not just a poetic work; it is a spiritual journey that stirs the soul and awakens a sense of interconnectedness with the universe.The verses within "Whispers from Eternity" explore universal themes such as the nature of the soul, divine union, love, and the quest for truth. Yogananda's lyrical expressions carry readers through emotional landscapes filled with awe, longing, and spiritual awakening. His words are not only poetic but transcend the boundaries of religious tradition, offering a universal message of spiritual enlightenment and oneness with all beings.This collection is an invitation to experience the divine within and around us, making it accessible to readers from all walks of life. Whether you are on a path of deep spiritual exploration or simply seeking solace in the timeless words of a great master, "Whispers from Eternity" offers guidance, inspiration, and a renewed sense of purpose. With its ability to touch the heart and expand the mind, Yogananda's poetry remains one of the greatest expressions of mystical literature ever written.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A profoundly beautiful collection of poetry that resonates deeply with the soul. Yogananda's verses are filled with spiritual wisdom that not only uplift the heart but also inspire a deeper connection with the divine. This book is a must-have for anyone seeking a spiritual journey through the art of poetry.”⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A remarkable and moving collection of mystical poetry by one of the greatest spiritual teachers. Yogananda’s insights are timeless, and his ability to capture profound spiritual truths through poetry is exceptional. Some of the poems feel a bit complex, but they are well worth the reflection they invite.”⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An awe-inspiring work that truly takes you on a journey into the divine. Yogananda's poetry is deeply emotional and full of mystical insights that stay with you long after reading. A few poems require multiple readings to fully appreciate, but overall, it’s a spiritual treasure.”⭐⭐⭐ “A beautiful collection of poetry with deeply spiritual themes. While the verses are insightful and moving, I found some of them challenging to fully grasp. However, it’s still a valuable read for anyone looking to explore Yogananda's spiritual wisdom.”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely breathtaking! Yogananda’s poetry speaks to the soul in a way that few other works can. His verses are not just poetry; they are spiritual teachings that transcend time and space. A truly transformative experience that I will return to time and again.” Read more

A fascinating look at India’s remarkable impact on Western culture, this eye-opening popular history shows how the ancient philosophy of Vedanta and the mind-body methods of Yoga have profoundly affected the worldview of millions of Americans and radically altered the religious landscape.   What exploded in the 1960s, following the Beatles trip to India for an extended stay with their new guru, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, actually began more than two hundred years earlier, when the United States started importing knowledge--as well as tangy spices and colorful fabrics--from Asia. The first translations of Hindu texts found their way into the libraries of John Adams and Ralph Waldo Emerson. From there the ideas spread to Henry David Thoreau, Walt Whitman, and succeeding generations of receptive Americans, who absorbed India’s “science of consciousness” and wove it into the fabric of their lives. Charismatic teachers like Swami Vivekananda and Paramahansa Yogananda came west in waves, prompting leading intellectuals, artists, and scientists such as Aldous Huxley, Joseph Campbell, Allen Ginsberg, J. D. Salinger, John Coltrane, Dean Ornish, and Richard Alpert, aka Ram Dass, to adapt and disseminate what they learned from them. The impact has been enormous, enlarging our current understanding of the mind and body and dramatically changing how we view ourselves and our place in the cosmos.  Goldberg paints a compelling picture of this remarkable East-to-West transmission, showing how it accelerated through the decades and eventually moved from the counterculture into our laboratories, libraries, and living rooms. Now physicians and therapists routinely recommend meditation, words like karma and mantra are part of our everyday vocabulary, and Yoga studios are as ubiquitous as Starbuckses. The insights of India’s sages permeate so much of what we think, believe, and do that they have redefined the meaning of life for millions of Americans—and continue to do so every day.   Rich in detail and expansive in scope, American Veda shows how we have come to accept and live by the central teaching of Vedic wisdom: “Truth is one, the wise call it by many names.” Read more

Autobiography of a Yogi is an immensely gratifying spiritual read that has altered and enriched the lives of millions across the world, since it was first published in 1946.An originative text that tells the story of Paramhansa Yogananda, this book has been revered for its memorable, incisive and instructive teachings. This spiritual autobiography will take you on an incredible journey of Indian mysticism and spirituality and deliver humbling, comforting truths about life and existence.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Paramahansa Yoganandaborn is not only famous among the Indians but also popular among the westerners as a great Yogi. He teaches millions of people mediation and Kriya Yoga through his master piece Autobiography of a Yogi.At the age of 17, in the year 1910, he found his guru Swami Yukteswar Giri. Yogananda graduated with a B.A. from the Serampore College, and in 1915 took vows to join the Swami Order. Here, he was given the name Swami Yogananda Giri. The Yogi established the Yogoda Satsanga Society of India in Ranchi. In 1920, he was sent to Boston to attend the International Congress of Religious Liberals. He lived in America for the next thirty years (1920-1952), and taught the soul-awakening techniques of Kriya Yoga to many people. Read more

The Art And Science Of Prayer This is a book that will change the way you live and pray. • Have you ever wondered why only some people get their prayers answered? And find a cure for the diseases through prayers? What’s the divine yardstick behind it? • Has prayer got a healing power and if so, how does it work? What is the principle underlying the prayer therapy being practiced by religious groups and modern medicine? • What is the difference between religion and spirituality and how far these are necessary to reach God? • How far religious dogmas help realize the fruits of prayer? • Can science and spirituality go together? • What happens if scientists do not have a spiritual outlook? • What ails the present worship system? • Who are demigods, what their powers are, and what’s wrong in worshipping them? • Why thanksgiving is supremely important in prayers? 'The Art and Science of Prayer' will give clear and logical answers to these and many other related questions. It underscores the need to unlearn many a widely held wrong notion about the subject matter of the book. For instance, look at these A, B, C, Ds which are amongst the don’ts of prayer and sure recipe for failure: arguing, begging, complaining, demanding or dictating, ego-centric appealing (as observed by Paramhansa Yogananda, Osho, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, Ramana Maharshi, et al). Life itself should be understood as a prayer. Every thought becomes a cause for an effect, manifested in your body and your world – through your words and deeds. This means the words you utter kneeling in the church or mosque or bringing hands together inside a temple alone do not constitute a prayer. What you sow, so shall you reap. Like the seed, like fruit. There's a natural law operating behind any prayer. It's the universal law of action and reaction. A.W. Tozer said: “We cannot pray in love and live in hate and still think that we are worshipping God” The law of belief and mental receptivity are the basic ingredients for effective prayer. Mental receptivity means sraddha-bhakthi (mindfulness, concentration, and focus). Faith is the link between mind and brain, which enables prayers to be answered. The three components of faith are desire, belief, and expectation. Together, faith and imagination will trigger the amazing powers of the subconscious mind. Knowledge about the working of the subconscious mind will help optimize the fruits of prayers. Ninety percent of our mental life is subconscious. Whatever is impressed on the subconscious mind will get expressed on the screen of life. Everything man-made is created twice. The first creation is mental and it takes the form of a thought. The second creation is physical. Prayer assumes the role of a vehicle that carries the thought to the second creation of reality. And the subconscious mind acts as a catalyst in the process of this two-stage creation. The more you think of what you don’t want, the more of it you’ll create! That’s what’s happening when you think of grief, disease, poverty, problem, etc. during your prayers, although the desire is to get rid of them. What you resist, will persist. When your desires and imagination conflict, it's the imagination that gains the way. When you focus on the obstacles as you pray, albeit to get rid of them, they will outgrow your desires and will subsist. The ‘law of reverse effort’ operates here. That’s how your prayers become ineffective. Why the prayers from a thankful heart fetch better results? For, a thankful heart is always close to the creative force of the Universe and hence the law of reciprocal relationship operates. The purpose of any religion is to show the direction to spirituality. It serves as a guidepost. Spirituality is the highway to God and religions are its service roads. Beware: Never get stuck up on the service roads. This book will show how to avoid the pitfalls in harvesting a rich and rewarding life through mindful living. Read more