Kriya Yoga 1 | Sri M | Spring 2024 | Day 2 | Session 3

In this satsang, Sri M reflects on the Katha Upanishad and the story of Nachiketas and the meaning of “neti, neti,” the nature of the Atman, and why the Self is not attained through mere instruction, intellect, or repeated hearing. The session then connects Vedantic wisdom with Kriya Yoga practice—covering yama and niyama, tranquility of mind, ida, pingala, sushumna, prana, breath awareness, kundalini, daily sadhana, and practical guidance for sincere practitioners. Chapters: 00:00 Invocation 00:58 Nachiketas and the Katha Upanishad 01:26 Neti Neti and the Vedantic method 02:43 The Self beyond instruction and intellect 06:00 “The Self chooses the seeker” 07:10 Yama, niyama, tranquility, and preparation 11:38 The transparent box metaphor and surrender 18:00 Ida, Pingala, Sushumna and Prana 22:28 Anulom Vilom and balancing breath 24:01 Jill Bolte Taylor and the right-brain experience 28:14 Sushumna and the central channel 30:19 Kundalini, Muladhara, and divine energy 34:45 Qualifications for Kriya practice 38:00 Truthfulness, non-harm, and clarity 43:35 Daily Kriya practice 46:51 Practical tips: bath, timing, clothes, and asana 50:00 Nostril flow and balancing energy 55:34 Inner Guru and guidance 57:18 Divine connection in meditation #SriM #KriyaYoga #KathaUpanishad #Vedanta #Nachiketas #Atman #Sadhana #Spirituality #Meditation #Pranayama #Yoga #Upanishads #IdaPingalaSushumna