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Help Me UnderstandSujantra McKeever - Why Meditate?In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my longtime friend and mentor, Sujantra McKeever, to talk all things meditation, spirituality, and personal growth. Sujantra has been a guiding light for me when it comes to understanding the deeper aspects of meditation, and we go deep into how these practices fit into our modern lives.
Sujantra shared his own journey into meditation, including the challenges he faced as a beginner and how community and support play a vital role in spiritual growth. We also explored some fascinating topics, like reincarnation, the nature of co...2024-10-141h 04
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 65 - Your Depth of SelfDissecting a poem by William Wordsworth (1770-1850), Sujantra explores the idea of 'rediscovering your depth of Self' rather than being mired in the world of the everyday experience.2018-04-2745 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 45 - ConsciousnessConsciousness. Exploring body, vital, mind and heart consciousness.2017-05-0112 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 44 - Truth in Thought, Word and DeedTruth in thought, word and deed. Exploring truth in your life.2017-05-0116 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 43 - The MandelaThe Mandela. Creating an external form of your inner dimension.2017-05-0122 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 42 - Going Beyond ReligionGoing beyond religion. Exploring the beauty and limits of yoga.2017-05-0117 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 41 - Exploring the Soul's UniquenessExploring the soul's uniqueness and the ego's separativity.2017-05-0121 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 58 - Being Mindful All Day LongBeing mindful all day long. Sujantra provides tips and techniques for maintaining conscious awareness throughout the day.2017-02-1443 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 54 - Finding Self and Letting GoMeditation: Finding Self and letting go... Sujantra explores both dimensions of being.2017-02-1442 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 53 - Visualizations at the Quantum LevelMeditation: Visualizations at the quantum level. Sujantra explores how meditation shapes reality.2017-02-141h 36The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 52 - Spirit and MatterMeditation: Spirit & Matter. Sujantra delves into these twin realities of equal importance.2017-02-1439 min
Energy MattersEpisode #12: Sujantra McKeever on Spirituality, Meditation & KarmaFounder of Pilgrimage of the Heart yoga & meditation center, Sujantra McKeever sits down with Cody & David in a deep conversation about spirituality, meditation, yoga and karma. With over 30 years of meditation practice and teaching, Sujantra shares his experience and insight to living a meditative life.2017-02-011h 01The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 41 - Love of SelfSujantra discusses techniques for reconnecting with love of self.2016-11-2447 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 40 - Nurture OneselfHow to nurture oneself. Exploring dimensions ourselves through health and wellness.2016-11-2417 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 39 - Spiritual TeacherStudy with a spiritual teacher. Exploring this unique relationship.2016-11-2423 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 38 - The MindAttuning your mind to the subtle realm.2016-11-2422 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 37 - What Matters MostWhat is dearest to your heart? Exploring what matters most, and why. Let go of expectations.2016-11-2421 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 36 - Exploring WhyExploring Why - Looking for change in our attitude and circumstances.2016-11-2422 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 35 - Death and the Sheaths of LifeDeath and the Sheaths of life... Exploring the philosophy behind death and reincarnation.2016-11-2419 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 34 - Emerson's BrahmaJoin a philosophical exploration of Ralph Waldo Emerson's poem, Brahma.2016-11-2420 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 33 - Ramayana - 2016 7 10Philosophic Discussion of the Indian Epic, Ramayana. Rama is called to his first great challenge...
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-11-2410 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 32 - Karma Yoga - Spiritual TeachersFinding the Key to your Spiritual Journey.
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-11-2419 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEP 31 - Blake - Garden Of LoveWilliam Blake's 'The Garden of Love.'
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-11-2421 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 29 - KarmaKarma - Exploring cause and effect in our thoughts and actions.
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-11-1522 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 28 - Devotion: PlentitudeDevotion - Connect to the Inner Sun of Plentitude.
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-11-1513 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 27 Having Faith In Yourself Is The Key To Spiritual GrowthHaving Faith In Yourself Is The Key To Spiritual Growth2016-11-1525 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 40 - The MindSujantra discusses techniques on how to observe and value the mind.2016-11-1547 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 34 - Breathing TechniquesBreathing Techniques - Using your breath to find peace.
The Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast is a recorded broadcast of Sujantra's weekly Tuesday night meditation class held in San Diego California. Each week Sujantra introduces a new topic related to meditation and leads the class through various types of meditations including: visual concentration, yogic concentration, breathing techniques, chanting and much more.2016-11-1546 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 33 Robert Blake Poem - Discovering your Lost JoyDiscovering your lost joy using a Robert Blake poem.
The Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast is a recorded broadcast of Sujantra's weekly Tuesday night meditation class held in San Diego California. Each week Sujantra introduces a new topic related to meditation and leads the class through various types of meditations including: visual concentration, yogic concentration, breathing techniques, chanting and much more.2016-11-1545 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 32 - Finding Your HeartFinding Your Heart - Sujantra explores Sri Chinmoy's Writings on Meditation.
The Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast is a recorded broadcast of Sujantra's weekly Tuesday night meditation class held in San Diego California. Each week Sujantra introduces a new topic related to meditation and leads the class through various types of meditations including: visual concentration, yogic concentration, breathing techniques, chanting and much more.2016-11-1540 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 31 - Becoming AwareBecoming Aware: Exploring awareness and accessing subtle dimensions of being...
The Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast is a recorded broadcast of Sujantra's weekly Tuesday night meditation class held in San Diego California. Each week Sujantra introduces a new topic related to meditation and leads the class through various types of meditations including: visual concentration, yogic concentration, breathing techniques, chanting and much more.2016-11-1546 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 26 KarmaExplore the concept of Karma and how to negate 'Bad Karma.'
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-08-1122 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 29 Devotion - Chanting MantrasJoin Sujantra and Ashirvad for ancient mantras.
The Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast is a recorded broadcast of Sujantra's weekly Tuesday night meditation class held in San Diego California. Each week Sujantra introduces a new topic related to meditation and leads the class through various types of meditations including: visual concentration, yogic concentration, breathing techniques, chanting and much more.2016-08-1151 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 30 - Connecting with a Spiritual TeacherConnecting with a Spiritual Teacher. How to connect with a teacher who is no longer living.
Explore the spiritual philosophy of India and see how it applies to your own life and situations. Host Sujantra McKeever of San Diego, CA, is the author of 5 books. He leads you on a journey to the East that ends up back in your own backyard.2016-07-1821 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 25 Evolution And TransformationExploring imagery and circumstances for personal growth.2016-04-2621 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 24 Yoga Sutras I : 12 - 16Exploring the deeper reality of self and mind.2016-04-1522 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 23 The Power of SurrenderSujantra explores Sri Chinmoy's 1974 poem about the power of surrender.2016-04-0822 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 22 Yoga Sutras I 12 - 15Practice and non-attachment are the keys to progress.2016-04-0223 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 21 A Delight Beyond PleasureExploring the philosophy of Sat-Chit-Ananda.2016-03-2419 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 20 Exploring IndividualityExploring our human individuality and our divine individuality: ego and soul.2016-03-1824 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 19 The Banishment Of Sita [Ramayana]Queen Sita is banished by King Rama for a wrong she never committed.2016-03-1114 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 18 Dasaratha Promises Kaikeyi [Ramayana]Sujantra shares the story of how the great king made a promise that ended up being his demise.2016-03-0418 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 21 Finding Your Purpose In LifeIn this episode Sujantra addresses finding your life purpose and how meditation can aid this pursuit.2016-03-0342 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 17 Philosophy Podcast Yoga Sutras I: 8 - 10Exploring the fluctuations of mind.2016-02-2626 minThe Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 20 From Desire To AspirationSujantra teaches about reaching for our highest potential in life and how sometimes it's as harmonious as just surrendering.2016-02-2543 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 16 Yoga Sutras I : 4 - 9Explore the ways our minds meander...2016-02-1821 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 15 Yoga Sutras I : 1-4Learn the essence of yoga philosophy by studying the ancient Patanjali text, The Yoga Sutras.2016-02-1118 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 14 Valmiki Acts [Ramayana]One way to deal with the world is to renounce and become a hermit. Another way is to accept your current surroundings as Divine and act upon those.2016-02-0520 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 13 Guha: The Hunter King [Ramayana]After being banished from the kingdom, Rama is now wandering through the forest when he meets up with a lovely character named Guha.2016-01-2827 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 12 Time [Ramayana]Rama meets up with up with Father Time in this episode of Sujantra's readings from the Ramayana.2016-01-2224 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 15 Irritability, Staying Awake & ReincarnationSujantra speaks about of irritability, staying awake & reincarnation and how meditation can help. A guest named Salil leads the class through the meditation.2016-01-2242 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 11 Ramayana: Keeping Promises [Ramayana]King Dasaratha keeps his promise to Kaikaya, but must banish Rama.2016-01-0821 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 10 Ramayana: Love's Journey [Ramayana]Exploring dimensions of love through this ancient story.2016-01-0816 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 14: Opening the HeartMeditation can help a person focus on many things and make them a reality. In this episode Sujantra points out that opening the spiritual heart can be one of the most beneficial things to focus on.2016-01-0845 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 13 Protecting Your Inner PeaceIn a world that is bustling with energy that can be contrary to our well being, Sujantra talks about how to protect and maintain your inner peace.2016-01-0842 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 9 Lakshmana Leaves the Body [Ramayana]Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about when Lakshmana leaves the body and its spiritual implications.2015-12-1921 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 10 Connecting with a TeacherIn this episode Sujantra talks about the importance of finding a teacher to help a person on their spiritual path. Sujantra explains how his path of finding a teacher was different than the vision he had in mind. Sujantra then leads the class through a meditation with mantras and aums.2015-12-1044 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 0 Intro to the RamayanaIn this episode Sujantra gives and introduction the ancient writings of the Ramayana.2015-12-0911 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 9 British InvasionIn this episode Sujantra skips his usual spoken introduction and goes directly into a meditation. Then, a visiting Sri Chinmoy devotee with a British accent, named Devashishu, leads the class through some meditative mantras.2015-12-0444 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 7 Ravana's Birth [Ramayana]In this episode Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about Brahma creating the world with his mind, including Ravana's birth.2015-12-0327 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 8 Fear of Loss, Hope of Gain [Ramayana]In this episode Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about fear of loss and the hope of gain.2015-11-2823 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 8 Inspiration is EssentialIn this episode Sujantra speaks about the importance of inspiration in a meditation practice and how it is important to guard and nurture your inner flower before leading the meditation.2015-11-2743 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 6 Vishwakarmen [Ramayana]Vishwakarmen: the heavenly architect, creator of the worlds, builds a city for the demon rakshasas.2015-11-2123 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 7 Subtle Yet Profound TeachingsIn this episode Sujantra speaks about the subtlety of practicing meditation. Sujantra also talks about the ancient teaching that the Universe needs people as much as people need the Universe.2015-11-2041 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 6 Connecting And PranaIn this episode Sujantra talks about prana and being connected to all things in the universe.2015-11-1347 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 5 Vishwamitra Visits The King [Ramayana]On this episode Sujantra reads about Vishwamitra's visit with King Dasaratha because Vishwamitra's spiritual endeavors are being thwarted by outside forces.2015-11-0629 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 5 Personal And Spiritual GrowthIn this episode Sujantra talks about the 3 ingredients for Spiritual Growth: spiritual teachings to believe in, a community with the same beliefs and a person's own actions.2015-11-0639 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 4 Indra Descends Back To Earth [Ramayana]In this episode Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about Indra's return to Earth to appease king Dasharatha's desires. In this incarnation, Indra realizes that feelings of defeat are fleeting.2015-10-3027 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 4 ConcentrationIn this episode Sujantra quotes Sri Chinmoy "if You want peace, you must meditate on peace. If you want love, you must meditate on love". Part of meditation is learning to concentrate on one single thought.2015-10-3040 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 3 Indra Meets With Brahma [Ramayana]In this episode Sujantra reads how Indra is defeated by Ravana and so goes to visit Brahma. Brahma reveals much about Indra's foe Ravana.2015-10-2726 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 2 Valmiki Embarks [Ramayana]Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about when Valmiki decides to embark on his journey. Sujantra emphasizes the importance of starting the journey. Meditation can help a person explore their options, gain clarity and focus.2015-10-2329 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart Philosophy PodcastEp 1 Valmiki Returns [Ramayana]Sujantra reads from the Ramayana about when Valmiki agrees to come out of his epic meditation and help the earthly world. Sujantra then relates Valmiki's lesson to everyone's inner guiding voice.2015-10-2327 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 3 Communication And MeditationOn this episode of the Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast Sujantra teaches how meditation can help a person communicate more effectively.2015-10-2242 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 2 Spiritual TeachersOn this episode of the Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast Sujantra explains the importance of spiritual teachers from various walks of life including Carlos Castaneda, Ram Das, Sri Chinmoy and more.2015-10-2221 min
The Pilgrimage of the Heart MeditationEp 1 Thoughts And EmotionsOn this episode of the Pilgrimage of the Heart podcast Sujantra explains how meditation can help a person untangle the connection between thoughts and emotions.2015-10-2241 min