In Durga's Embrace: A Disciple's Diary

What does it take to commit to the Divine?

In 1967, Margaret White, a housewife from the suburbs of Philadelphia, met Swami Sivananda Radha for the first time. What follows is her transformative journey, taking her from Philadelphia to Yasodhara Ashram, and from housewife to sannyasi.

In Durga’s Embrace: A Disciple’s Diary reveals the dynamic relationship between guru and disciple through the story of two extraordinary women: Swami Radha and Swami Durgananda.

the mishras : Live at Yasodhara Ashram - 2CD set

On a warm Spring night in 2003, two of India’s finest classical sitarists, Pandit and Deobrat Mishra, played to a packed audience in the Temple of Divine Light at Yasodhara Ashram. As the concert began a gentle breeze stirred softly outside. Between the opening notes a bird sang her sweet note in anticipation.

$20.00

Inspired Lives: The best of Real Life Yoga from ascent magazine
Edited by Clea McDougall

This is a collection of articles, photography, and illustrations by some of the most innovative thinkers writing about: yoga, inspired living and the places where the two meet. Through compelling exposition, artful photography and delightful illustrations, Inspired Lives teaches how people think expansively to bring yoga to their lives. The best from the Utne Award winning, ascent magazine, Inspired Lives presents dynamic stories in heartfelt prose that distills the essential teachings of yoga into the art of living life.

Feeding the Flame
a benefit for the Ashram Young Adult Program
The songs on this CD were recorded at Yasodhara Ashram. Young Adults came together to sing in the spirit of devotion, love and gratitude. For the past 10 years the Yasodhara Ashram Young Adult Program has offered people between the ages of 18 and 30 a place to work, learn about themselves and make a start on the spiritual path. The program has expanded to include an internship program, which allows young adults to be involved in managing Ashram projects. Former Young Adult program participants have gone on to work at and manage ascent magazine, timeless books, and radha yoga centres in Canada and the US.

The Young Adult Program is entirely funded by donations. All proceeds from this CD will be contributed to the Young Adult Program.
$18.00

Thy sacred breath

Inspired original music by Ashram Young Adults 2005.

The Young Adult program is entirely funded by donations. All proceeds from this CD will be contributed to the Young Adult Program.

Artists include: Sarah Spence, Mariah Mennie, Suzanna Lonsdale, Courtney Sands, Amanda Lynne Jahnke.
$12.00

Friends in Spirit
Bhajamana
Montreal based ‘Friends in Spirit’ delivers a polished collection of bhajans and mantras with “Bhajamana;' prayer songs of the heart. This CD is consistently well produced and maintains the integrity of the traditional words and melodies. The selection includes Hari Om Tat Sat, Devi Bhavani Ma and Jai Radha.
$20.00

A House by the Sea
Sikeena Karmali
$19.95

This story of loss of country, loss of place, circles through past and present and tells how we are all intertwined: the choices of the past generations all part of each one's search for "home."

- Swami Jyontihananda

Blackfoot Physics
F. David Peat
$24.95

The author draws interesting parallels between Western and Native science, making the reader aware of the expansiveness and complexity of Native cultures. His sensitivity of these people is inspiration to learn about creating universal harmony.

Bodhisattva of Compassion
John Blofeld
$23.95

A sweet little book about the history of Kuan Yin and one man’s journey through China. Refreshing, non-academic tone and interesting everyday encounters with Chinese people.

It's Up To You
Dzigar Kongtrul
$27.95

An excellent book, written for the western mind, on the process of reflection and its important role for living a worthwhile life and developing spiritually. I know of no other book that does this.

- Swami Sivananda

Not Even Wrong
Paul Collins
$19.95

Autism is a mystery until it hits home when it becomes a heart-wrenching story.
Colin’s love for his autistic son is tremendously inspiring.

Ashram Cards
$3.50 each

Beautiful pictures of Ashram scenes and deities are now available. These unique cards show the beauty of the Ashram from all aspects and are a wonderful reminder of the inner journey.

Om pendants
Only $6.00

These delicate pendants are a lovely symbol of focus and taking a step beyond the ordinary life. They make a special gift for yourself or someone you care about.

Silk scarves and shawls

Choose from our selection of delightful scarves to reflect the changing season; or decide on one of our exquisite shawls, either Pashmina (wool & silk) or 100% wool to enhance your practice.

Shawl Prices range from $60.00 to $350.00 for original pieces by local weaver and craftswoman, Janet Wallace.

Mantras of the Kundalini System

Typeset and printed by hand by Colin Dorsey, this hand bound booklet is a limited edition work of art. The cost is $30.00 and the proceeds will go to timeless books to support newly released books.

Newest Video - August 2005
New! DVD format!
This will be second selection that is formatted onto DVD.
We are shipping out the next selection of the video/dvd subscription now - August 2005. Now on DVD!

This selection features:
Swami Radha
Imagination part 1 - 17 min. part 2 - 11 min.
If we use our imagination creatively, wonderful things happen. By cultivating the imagination and trying out our ideas, we gain the power to direct our lives. We can lift ourselves out of self-created pain and fear. We can gain the courage to look at the facts, to make improvements and to correct our mistakes. Our imagination is always active. Swami Radha shows us how we can use that activity and that power.

Swami Radhananda
Myths & Storytelling 12 min.
There is an essential and simple truth to myth and story – a truth that goes far beyond mere fact. With two charming stories, Swami Radhananda conveys the eternal message of kindness.