Based on the principles of Integral Yoga--living a life that is easeful, peaceful and useful - this very readable book presents the essential teachings of Sri Swami Satchidananda. It is a practical, lucid guide to peaceful living. All aspects of life--physical, mental and spiritual--are covered. The presentation is light, lively and entertaining; the ideas, illuminating. A fountain of wisdom that readers return to again and again.
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The following is from the preface by Swami Satchidananda to To Know Your Self:
When you know your Self--your true Self--then you know everything, and you understand everyone. It's not easy to know your Self. It takes work and perseverance. But even that effort can be joyous, and when the realization dawns, you will enjoy your own true nature, which is always peaceful and happy.
May the teachings in this book show you the way to know your true Self and help you on your path. Peace of mind and happiness is our birthright. Why don't we all rise up and enjoy that? Yoga shows everyone how to stand on his own two feet. It is for everyone. It's not another religion, but it may help people find the key to their own religions. Its my humble prayer that you use these simple keys to free yourself from all unhappiness.
The East and the West are coming together. I truly believe a new age is dawning. We can make a heaven right here on earth. But we can save the world only if we save ourselves, remake and refine ourselves. Let us begin now. The teachings in this book are intended to help each reader refine himself or herself. We are all happiness personified, noble and beautiful souls, each with a unique service. Let us discover who we are essentially and live that in all joy. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Never doubt Swami Satchidanada,
By joel gildersleeve (Berkeley, Ca United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: To Know Your Self: The Essential Teachings of Swami Satchidananda (Paperback)
This book is really like ten or twenty spiritual books in one, because it's teachings are so dense with wisdom, yet easy to understand. I have many of Satchidanada's books and he is my favorite author on living a spiritual life. This was the first of his books I read- they're all wonderful! Believe me, his books WILL change your life for the better, no matter what religion you are. I feel truly blessed to have found his teachings at the young age of 23, for now, whenever I need that life guidance, I just open up one of his books and all answers are given, and more, in very easy to understand words...
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything one need to know for happy life!,
This review is from: To Know Your Self: The Essential Teachings of Swami Satchidananda (Paperback)
Excellent book. Very simple writing. Gives the feeling as the teacher is talking face to face to the reader! You will feel like reading it again and again. It will help to read repeatedly at intervals of months for betterment of ones life. I feel like giving it as a gift for everyone I know.Those trying to quit smoking at least should read the 4 pages section on "How to stop smoking". In essence it is an encyclopedia of etiquette for daily living, but short and simple.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Timeless, Nourishing, True,
By louienapoli "louieb" (Chicago) - See all my reviews
This review is from: To Know Your Self: The Essential Teachings of Swami Satchidananda (Paperback)
Swami Satchidananda's life exemplifies all that's highest in yoga. Constantly self-sacrificing, he brought yoga to millions of people in the west, and always refused to be elevated to some grandiose pedestal; he never exploited his position or any human being--he lived the principles he taught. Those principles, for the most part, are contained here, in his knowing, nurturing voice. Topics include meditation, prayer, mantras, the problem of evil, handling cravings, raising children, sexuality, diet and health--it's very comprehensive. I bought my copy seventeen years ago. Every time I read it I learn something of value. A truly democratic guru, Swami Satchidananda famously said "Paths are many; truth is one." This book is an encylopedia of truth.
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