About this episode

This episode explores the classical understanding of samadhi as the settling of the mind rather than a mystical escape from reality.

What if samadhi has been misunderstood for generations? Drawing on Patanjali, Ramana Maharshi, Yogananda, and Vivekananda, this episode explores the classical understanding of samadhi as the settling of the mind rather than a mystical escape from reality. Along the way, we examine why bliss is considered a byproduct rather than the goal, why extraordinary powers were treated as distractions, and why the effort to attain samadhi can become the very obstacle that prevents it. This is a return to the original teaching—clear, practical, and surprisingly down to earth. Receive my free guide "5 Inner Blocks That Keep You From Deep Spiritual Growth."View my latest content all in one place.

People in this episode

Host: Kolbrún

Topics covered

• samadhi
• spiritual growth
• mindfulness
• classical teachings
• bliss
• distractions
• obstacles

Keywords

• samadhi
• bliss
• spirituality
• mind
• Patanjali
• Ramana Maharshi
• Yogananda
• Vivekananda

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