Namaste dear friends
I hope you are well and in peace.
In such a difficult world; the spiritual path is a balm.
Today I want to reflect with you on a wonderful teaching of Paramahansa Yogananda that says this:
“Do not look for a new spiritual flower every day. Plant the seed, water it with prayer and the appropriate commitment. When it sprouts, take care of the little plant, uprooting the weeds of doubt, indecision and indifference that may sprout around it. One morning, suddenly, you will see the spiritual flower of realization, which you have waited so long, bloom.”
According to Yoga philosophy, the process of reincarnation occurs due to karmic effects (cause and effect actions); especially due to unfulfilled desires in previous incarnations.
The pure, complete and uncontaminated soul continuously attracts itself to “Maya”, or the Cosmic illusion to have experiences, with the hope of finding full satisfaction through such fulfilled desires.
The truth is, however, that, little by little, it discovers that every satisfied desire leads to a new one, uninterruptedly; and this is what leads us to the continuous cycle of reincarnation (samsaras).
When the soul finally recognizes that the return to the Divine essence is the true fulfillment that it has always sought, erroneously, outside; it begins the spiritual path through meditation, in its own inner Self and, like the Lotus flower that is born from the mud; the soul remembers its True Nature by going beyond the identification with the mud of the ego.
It is important to understand this teaching in a profound way: yoga does not tell us to ignore our worldly desires; this philosophy of life encourages us to follow our hearts and live our destiny on earth, healthy and with full enjoyment; while at the same time remembering that True Happiness and the fulfillment we have always sought, is found only within the deep essence of the Divine Self united with everything and everyone.
One must have patience in the spiritual path and, as we transform, purify and eliminate what is not needed with Tapas (discipline) and Svadhyaya (self-study) for the True Essence to manifest, it is also necessary, in the process, to cultivate Isvara pranidhana or total surrender to the Lord of the Universe.
So, as we practice, meditate and try to live to the best of our ability in harmony with nature, inside and out; deep self-love and self-acceptance (santosha) is also necessary because only by having respect, ahimsa (non-violence) and prema (unconditional love), starting by our ownselves, we can also reveal it, see it and realize it outside; in others and in life.
Teacher Training
If you want to study and practice yoga and meditation more consistently, bringing these sacred teachings into your daily life, in a complete way, having a true transformative experience in a profound path; I invite you with immense joy to participate in the “Prema Kriya Yoga Teacher Training” with a diploma internationally recognized by the yoga alliance International:
This is a course I have been creating since 2017 and have been updating and improving it ever since.
The course will be online and in person, in Milan, Italy at Marta Sclafani’s studio: www.peaceloveyoga.it
Testimonials
Here are some words of what they say from the course:
“The encounter with Raquel happened by divine will when I was looking for a spiritual guide. It was natural for her to introduce me to Kriya Yoga and participate in her training events whenever possible. Her continuous practices represent an immersion in the teachings left by the masters, with a depth, transparency, and authenticity that I have never found in anyone else. Practicing with Raquel means having her formidable guidance to face a transformative process, deciding to meet the deepest essence of oneself, allowing space to be seen, to touch what is most tender and vulnerable in ourselves to make it shine. Without her support, her presence, her sensitivity, I would never have been able to access the vision of existence that I now have before my eyes, and I am just getting started.Gratitude for the privilege of having met you and listened to you.” Lia Courrier instagram @lia.yoga.storiediorsetti
“I found the course of the highest quality, introducing me to a new vision of Yoga. The training was very intense, a deep and uplifting journey. Raquel was impeccable in theoretical and practical teaching, the motivation she conveyed, always with immense sweetness, firmness, and great professionalism. It is an experience that I recommend for those who have the desire to impart the teachings of Yoga learning from a great Master but also recommend it to everyone who wishes to work on themselves in a deep inner and spiritual journey. This experience changed my life, and after 2 months, I started teaching. I am very grateful to Raquel for everything! Thank you. . Namasté.” Manuela Palumbo instagram @manuchakrastudio
“In times of superficial knowledge, being in the presence of someone who is truly devoted to the knowledge they teach is fantastic and deeply inspiring. I feel honored and very grateful to have been certified by someone with such experience and wisdom. Raquel opened the doors of meditation and devotion to me even more, a path of truth and integrity. [Raquel] continues to be an example for me, and I will always recommend her, with my eyes closed, because I will be happy that more and more people can also enjoy her teachings. A privilege to walk alongside her. Blessed be this relationship. With much love, Nati. Jay guru om. Namaste.” Instagram @nati_yogasattva
“Raquel is a fabulous teacher. The first thing that impressed me about her is her infinite sweetness, reflected in her wonderful ability to listen. She is a serious and reliable teacher, capable of awakening great wisdom in her students. She has extensive knowledge of the texts of the greatest yoga masters, which she uses delicately to spark the interest of those who follow her. I attended in-person classes, but also a wonderful online course. Obviously, she also has remarkable physical preparation! Highly recommended teacher!” instagram @rossgingeryoga
“Hello everyone, I wanted to share with you the reasons that led me, last year, 2024, to sign up for Raquel’s teacher training … there were two reasons:
1) First of all Raquel: she releases a very rare energy and devotion that anyone can perceive and is inundated with, she encouraged me and gave me confidence
2) I wanted to deepen, better understand this discipline that I have been practicing since 2014, I wanted to give myself a gift, I did it for myself, my goal was not to become a teacher but to dedicate myself, for once, to what I liked and satisfy a kind of call … I still have a long way to go but in Raquel I have found my teacher and my guide. Yoga helps me to be a better person.” Instagram @valeria_guglielmini
Live on May 30th!
If you want to sign up or have more information about the teacher training that starts in September, write me privately on whatsapp +34 658213100 or you can also participate in a live that I am preparing for you together with Lia Courrier, who participated in the course last year and will bring some of her experience.
The live will be Friday May 30th at 8:30 pm Italian time, 7:30pm England and Tenerife time on instagram @prema_kriya_yoga (The live will be in italian, but if you are interested on the course, I can also speak bilingual – in italian and in English; so please, let me know)
Any doubts or for more information, I am available. Here is the link to the complete program.
Weekly Practices
I also look forward to seeing you with Joy at the weekly practices – Yoga and Meditation Online
The yoga and meditation practices prema kriya yoga, take place online (on Zoom), in bilingual format (Italian and Portuguese). The lessons are recorded for 01 week.
Join our group and add more yoga and meditation to your routine!
I send, once or twice a week, in my WhatsApp groups, meditations accompanied by inspiring readings. Available in Italian and Portuguese; but if anyone is interested, I can also start sending in English.
Group Practice Timings:
Tuesday at 10:00 to 10:30: Meditation and 10:30 to 12:00: Kundalini Yoga (Tenerife and England time)
Thursday Time:10:00 to 10:30: Meditation and 10:30 to 12:00: Hatha Flow (Tenerife and England time)
Whatsapp me +34 658213100 to know more about group practices or for private sessions.
With love, Prema
Raquel Bhavani
www.premakriyayoga.com