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Inside Patanjali’s Words: Discover the Hidden Heart of Yoga

ONLINE with Rev. Jaganath Carrera

$20 | $15 Early bird, exp. 1/31/26.

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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are a holistic, multi-faceted approach to spirituality. Every aspect of who we are as human beings is embraced and included in a symphony of principles and practices. The goal? A life of peace, happiness, meaning, and practical wisdom.

These vital teachings are presented using sutras – phrases – that can be obscure. But we can illumine the darkest corners of this classic text by taking a closer look at Patanjali’s words.

Words are matchmakers. They introduce us to most knowledge, but they have limitations. The challenge is to find language that keeps the spirit of the teaching but clearly conveys that spirit to today’s yoga students and practitioners.

Expect to be surprised and informed. This workshop will be recorded and available to all enrolled.

Reverend Jaganath Carrera has been teaching all facets of Yoga theory and practice at universities, prisons, Yoga centers, and interfaith programs since 1974. He established the Integral Yoga and Yoga Life Ministries, and co-developed the highly regarded Integral Yoga Meditation and Raja Yoga Teacher Training Certification programs. He is the founder and spiritual head of the Yoga Life Society www.yogalifecenter.org and has authored highly regarded books. • Awaken: Inside Yoga Meditation • Inside the Yoga Sutras: A Comprehensive Sourcebook for the Study and Practice • Inside Patanjali’s Words: Explore the Heart of Yoga.

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Spiritual Study: The Three Limbs of Yoga: The Alchemical Power of Adversity part 3 of 3

Online | $5-15 sliding scale | free for active teachers

Book now/Online
Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

3 Mondays: January 12, 19, & 26 | Offered individually

The study and practice of Kriya Yoga offer a simple and practical path that helps us cultivate resilience and reduce suffering. In fact, Patanjali designed this practice for householders like us, while the eight-limbed path was intended for highly realized beings. We will study Yoga Sutras 2.1–2.9 to explore how a three-part process can help us respond skillfully to the stresses and conflicts of modern life. We will also consider how we can not only thrive but transform when adverse events push us beyond our edge.

The Yoga Spiritual Study series is an offering in which participants learn and discuss how the teachings of Yoga apply to our daily lives. We read passages from scriptures of Yoga and other ancient and contemporary spiritual texts, take time to reflect upon them, and share with each other how these words and practices support us on the spiritual path.

All are welcome to join any one or all of the sessions.
3 Mondays, January 12, 19, and 26, 2026 – 5:30-6:30 pm PT
These sessions will not be recorded.

Book Monday, JAN 12th

Book Monday, JAN 19th

Gary was introduced to Eastern philosophy in college when he discovered the writings of Alan Watts which led to studies in Zen and Zen-inspired poetry. Gary found yoga in 2000 and has a Certificate of Yoga Philosophy from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He has studied yoga at Esalen Institute, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and Satchidananda Ashram. Gary published his first book entitled: “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali- Illuminations Through Image, Commentary and Design.” The book provides a new approach to studying and living the Yoga Sutras by using imagery, poetry and quotation to illuminate the heart of the Sutras. Gary Kissiah also has practiced corporate law for over 20 years. After Gary’s book on the Yoga Sutras was published, he began to get speaking invitations and teaches workshops on yoga philosophy, ethics and law for Yoga teacher training programs. Gary was on a Yoga Alliance Committee that drafted a new Code of Conduct and was on the Board of Directors of the Integral Yoga Institute-San Francisco. garykissiah.com

2025-12-03T19:40:53-08:00December 3rd, 2025|Tags: , , , |

Spiritual Study: The Three Limbs of Yoga: The Alchemical Power of Adversity part 2 of 3

Online | $5-15 sliding scale | free for active teachers

Book now/Online
Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

3 Mondays: January 12, 19, & 26 | Offered individually

The study and practice of Kriya Yoga offer a simple and practical path that helps us cultivate resilience and reduce suffering. In fact, Patanjali designed this practice for householders like us, while the eight-limbed path was intended for highly realized beings. We will study Yoga Sutras 2.1–2.9 to explore how a three-part process can help us respond skillfully to the stresses and conflicts of modern life. We will also consider how we can not only thrive but transform when adverse events push us beyond our edge.

The Yoga Spiritual Study series is an offering in which participants learn and discuss how the teachings of Yoga apply to our daily lives. We read passages from scriptures of Yoga and other ancient and contemporary spiritual texts, take time to reflect upon them, and share with each other how these words and practices support us on the spiritual path.

All are welcome to join any one or all of the sessions.
3 Mondays, January 12, 19, and 26, 2026 – 5:30-6:30 pm PT
These sessions will not be recorded.

Book Monday, JAN 12th

Book Monday, JAN 26th

Gary was introduced to Eastern philosophy in college when he discovered the writings of Alan Watts which led to studies in Zen and Zen-inspired poetry. Gary found yoga in 2000 and has a Certificate of Yoga Philosophy from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He has studied yoga at Esalen Institute, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and Satchidananda Ashram. Gary published his first book entitled: “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali- Illuminations Through Image, Commentary and Design.” The book provides a new approach to studying and living the Yoga Sutras by using imagery, poetry and quotation to illuminate the heart of the Sutras. Gary Kissiah also has practiced corporate law for over 20 years. After Gary’s book on the Yoga Sutras was published, he began to get speaking invitations and teaches workshops on yoga philosophy, ethics and law for Yoga teacher training programs. Gary was on a Yoga Alliance Committee that drafted a new Code of Conduct and was on the Board of Directors of the Integral Yoga Institute-San Francisco. garykissiah.com

2025-12-03T19:40:08-08:00December 3rd, 2025|Tags: , , |

Spiritual Study: The Three Limbs of Yoga: The Alchemical Power of Adversity part 1 of 3

Online | $5-15 sliding scale | free for active teachers

Book now/Online
Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

3 Mondays: January 12, 19, & 26 | Offered individually

The study and practice of Kriya Yoga offer a simple and practical path that helps us cultivate resilience and reduce suffering. In fact, Patanjali designed this practice for householders like us, while the eight-limbed path was intended for highly realized beings. We will study Yoga Sutras 2.1–2.9 to explore how a three-part process can help us respond skillfully to the stresses and conflicts of modern life. We will also consider how we can not only thrive but transform when adverse events push us beyond our edge.

The Yoga Spiritual Study series is an offering in which participants learn and discuss how the teachings of Yoga apply to our daily lives. We read passages from scriptures of Yoga and other ancient and contemporary spiritual texts, take time to reflect upon them, and share with each other how these words and practices support us on the spiritual path.

All are welcome to join any one or all of the sessions.
3 Mondays, January 12, 19, and 26, 2026 – 5:30-6:30 pm PT
These sessions will not be recorded.

Book Monday, JAN 19th

Book Monday, JAN 26th

Gary was introduced to Eastern philosophy in college when he discovered the writings of Alan Watts which led to studies in Zen and Zen-inspired poetry. Gary found yoga in 2000 and has a Certificate of Yoga Philosophy from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He has studied yoga at Esalen Institute, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and Satchidananda Ashram. Gary published his first book entitled: “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali- Illuminations Through Image, Commentary and Design.” The book provides a new approach to studying and living the Yoga Sutras by using imagery, poetry and quotation to illuminate the heart of the Sutras. Gary Kissiah also has practiced corporate law for over 20 years. After Gary’s book on the Yoga Sutras was published, he began to get speaking invitations and teaches workshops on yoga philosophy, ethics and law for Yoga teacher training programs. Gary was on a Yoga Alliance Committee that drafted a new Code of Conduct and was on the Board of Directors of the Integral Yoga Institute-San Francisco. garykissiah.com

2025-12-03T19:38:28-08:00December 3rd, 2025|Tags: , , , |
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