Ask a Swami – What is a lineage? What is Ananda?

We are excited to launch our new Yasodhara Ashram Podcast, Ask a Swami!

Throughout the years, many people have expressed their interests in learning more from the Swamis, who have devoted their lives to practicing and sharing Swami Radha’s teachings. This series offers just that—the opportunity to hear from our Elders and to reflect on the application of the teachings into daily life.

Hosted by Katie Taher, Ask a Swami features the voices of Swamis in a conversational Q&A format. The responses are grounded in the teachings and the personal experiences of the Swamis, providing insight and inspiration.

In this debut episode we hear from Swami Lalitananda as she explores the questions asked from our community, What is a lineage and What is ananda? Swami Lalitananda reflects on the steps of initiation, the diversity within her tradition—including the initiation of Western women—the presence of Divine Mother and the significance of her name.

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Cancellation Policy

To reserve your space we require a non-refundable $300 deposit at the time of booking. If you cancel prior to 14 days before the start date of your program, the deposit is non-refundable but may be transferred to another stay at the Ashram booked within a year of the original registration. Deposits for stays cancelled within 14 days of the start date will not be refunded and cannot be transferred to another stay. If you depart early during a program, full tuition and room charges still apply. Thank you for your consideration that will help make space available for other guests.

Cancellation Policy

To reserve your space we require a non-refundable $300 deposit at the time of booking.

  • If you cancel prior to 14 days before the start date of your program, the deposit is non-refundable but may be transferred to another stay at the Ashram booked within a year of the original registration.
  • Deposits for stays cancelled within 14 days of the start date will not be refunded and cannot be transferred to another stay.
  • If you depart early during a program, full tuition and room charges still apply.

Thank you for your consideration that will help make space available for other guests.

Deposits are non-refundable.