At Khalsa Women’s Training Camp in 1983, Yogi Bhajan said this Shabad, the fifth track of my latest album, Meditate Forever, was the perfect forklift and Kundalini yoga meditation. He also said, “In the first two lines, the entire secret of God and God’s experience is totally identified.” This meditation helped me during difficult times…
Last Sunday, I was returning home on a flight from West Palm Beach to Albuquerque. I had a layover on the way back from promoting my latest album, Meditate Forever (which you can download here). As I waited to board the plane, I saw a sad-looking young woman with her head down. I recognized this posture from…
Whew! I’m back from my month-long tour in China and Taiwan. Getting to perform songs from Meditate Forever was incredible — even with the obstacles. One night, I performed without a singing voice. (At least, that’s how I felt.) I was late to a show because of heavy traffic in Beijing. First time I did a concert…
My first experience with deep musical meditation was at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India. I was only 22-years-old. While my surroundings were beautiful, I was sick with dysentery. Running to and from the bathroom put me in a bad mood — and out of enjoying the Golden Temple itself. On top of that,…
Like many, you may have thought that the Aquarian Age would be all about love and peace and are possibly wondering what has gone wrong? Worry not. Challenges and strong winds blowing have been the consistent constants of the human experience. Yes, we have indeed entered this long awaited Aquarian Age but are also moving…
A Blissful Awakening When I wake up in the morning, I’m usually grumpy, tired, spaced out – sometimes energized. But rarely do I wake up feeling totally “blissed out,” singing the “Song of Bliss” – ANAND SAHIB, which some of you may know. This morning, however, was one of those rare mornings where I woke…
So, how about that Kirtan class? Today was the introductory class for our KIRTAN & HARMONIUM workshop here in New York city at HariNYC. It was wonderful to once again step into the space of teaching kirtan and some of my best students showing up. I love how it all unfolds. Acknowledging the times are upon…
Comfort Food for the Yogi Monday after USA Thanksgiving holiday, New York Times newspaper ran a 2 page spread on ‘comfort foods’. What about comfort foods for us Yogi’s? Of the many wonderful yogic recipes I know, the favorites in my home are GARLIC BIG MAC and GOLDEN MILK. Garlic Big Mac is a winner…
MASCARA FOR THE AQUARIAN Ah, the radiant body! We use SHAKTI mantras for the radiant body to overcome depression and build self mastery. They are incredibly quick and effective. But what exactly is the Radiant Body? The Radiant Body is what Maybelline, People Magazine, Lady Gaga and the Alexander McQueens of the world have no desire to…
INSTANT VICTORY How many times have you done something that made you feel so happy to have accomplished, only for someone to come along with criticism or dislike and challenge your position? Do you let this intrusion enter your realm and bring you down, or do you maintain your level and bring that person up…