Pilgrim Heart with Krishna Das
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Language: en
Categories: Religion, Spirituality, Hinduism, Music
The Krishna Das Pilgrim Heart Hour features Krishna Das’ no-nonsense take on everyday struggles for finding balance on the spiritual path. Through the honesty, humility and humor of his own personal experiences, he points to the possibility of navigating life’s trials with a true inner yearning for truth. His own practice of kirtan or chant is the well stone of his ability to share from his spiritual heart. As KD says, “Love is a disease - we catch it from those who have it.”
Episodes
Ep. 188 – Suffering & Self-Created Stories
Jan 08, 2026Guiding us toward balance, connection, and freedom from suffering, Krishna Das explores letting go of our numerous self-created stories.
This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das responds to questions on:
Devotional literature and poetryWhat to do when feelings of boredom arise during practiceUsing pain as an object of awarenessHow mantra practice helps us remain balanced in daily lifeDetaching from our thoughts and feelings rather than identifying with themFreeing ourselves from the stories we tell ourselves, about ourselvesThe difference between letting go and pushing awayThe illusion of separation and how recognizing our connection to all beings releases... Duration: 01:04:46Ep. 187 – 50 Years of Devotion
Dec 17, 2025Drawing on over five decades of devotional practice, Krishna Das offers down-to-earth spiritual guidance for beginners and seasoned seekers alike.
This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das gives wisdom on:
The miracles that happen around enlightened beingsHow to cleanse and open the heart by letting go of old patternsKrishna Das’ lifelong journey of awakening, surrender, and trusting life’s unfoldingPreparing the heart for prema-bhakti—the experience of real, unconditional loveLearning to trust yourself and discovering what’s truly right for your unique spiritual pathMoving away from the ego and going further into our true nature Seeing the guru... Duration: 01:02:40Ep. 186 – Bowing at the Feet of God
Oct 23, 2025Through soulful insights on detaching from the ego and expanding the heart, Krishna Das reminds us that surrender is not defeat, it’s the deepest devotion to God.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das gives wisdom on:
Listening to the heart and paying attention to our motivationsWhy Krishna Das started to chant with people rather than aloneWhat surrendering means in spiritual life: bowing at the feet o... Duration: 00:47:40Ep. 185 – Spiritual Practices for Fear, Anxiety, and Overthinking
Sep 30, 2025Krishna Das explores how spiritual practices like chanting and loving-kindness can calm anxiety and free the mind from the trap of overthinking.
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This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das shares his thoughts on:
Maharaj-ji, beyond the physical formDiscovering the guru’s presence everywhereOur limited, human way of conceptualizing GodSpiritual life and relieving suffering in ourselves and others Loving people as they are while still being able to set... Duration: 01:16:22Ep. 184 – The Heart of Healing: Lessons on Love and Personal Responsibility
Sep 04, 2025Encouraging listeners to take responsibility for their own inner healing, Krishna Das discusses cleansing the heart of betrayal, hurt, and grief.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das provides wisdom on:
Meeting Anandamayi Ma and what it means to have darshan with a guru Accepting people as they are and loving unconditionallyRecognizing where we really are on our spiritual journey so that we can see where our w... Duration: 01:20:57Ep. 183 – The Golden Rule Meets The Bhakti Path
Aug 14, 2025Krishna Das shares time-tested practices and spiritual wisdom for easing suffering, letting go, and treating others with the same compassion we wish for ourselves.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das provides wisdom on:
Navigating the challenges of family relationships and untangling the knots of triggered emotions.Channeling our energy into chanting, meditation, and treating others with compassion and respect.Working skillfully with the mind rather than... Duration: 01:05:51Ep. 182 – Your Life as Your Path
Jul 24, 2025Reminding us that there's no need to escape our daily life in search of spirituality, Krishna Das explains that our relationships, struggles, joys, and routines are the spiritual path.
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This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das opens our hearts to:
The divine play (Leela) and mysterious grace behind Maharaj-ji Neem Karoli Baba’s actionsKrishna Das’ experiences with the Dalai Lama Embracing aging with grace, staying rooted in presen... Duration: 00:57:13Ep. 181 – Letting Go, Loving All, Living Now
Jun 26, 2025Krishna Das gives insights on continual grace and transforming our self-limiting inner narratives through spiritual practice.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das thoughtfully discusses:
What it means for the guru to have a key to our mindsTeachings from Siddhi Ma: knowing that everything is grace, but acting like it isn’tPutting effort into loving everyone, serving everyone, and remembering GodThe story of Maharaj-ji in England with a mi... Duration: 01:10:49Ep. 180 – Maharaj-ji's Perpetual Grace
Jun 12, 2025Sharing personal stories of his time with Maharaj-ji, Krishna Das walks us down the path of recognizing grace, loving all beings, and keeping the heart open, no matter how hard it gets.
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"Grace is always here but we're too busy, too involved in our stuff, our thoughts and emotions. We're too identified with our negative emotions. From our side, it appears we lose contact with the grace. Bu...
Duration: 01:16:08Ep. 179 – Resting in the Nature of Love
May 28, 2025Krishna Das shares a realistic path for resting in the true nature of love that is always accessible to us all.
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das thoughtfully discusses:
The many versions of The Bhagavad Gita from different lineages Figuring out which practice works for youHow the soul/buddha-nature is always present, even when we aren’t lookingMeditation practices that increase the awareness of being (I am-ness)Appreciating and accepting all the different parts of ourselves A mantra given to Krishna Das from Ram Dass, “When the sun is kept in the heart, all evils v... Duration: 01:00:05Ep. 178 – Freed by the Name
Apr 17, 2025In this heart-led exploration, Krishna Das shares how mantra, willpower, and grace guide us from the illusion of ego and into the freedom of real love.
This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das offers wisdom on:
Inspiration from Maharaj-ji’s picture, dream visits, and moreHow the soul pulls us towards real love and freedomWhy meditating/chanting/any form of practice is a good ideaThe jungle guru who helped Krishna Das with his will powerUsing our will in a constructive way to free ourselves from sufferingSolving the problem of what is really holding us backRepeating the name of... Duration: 00:46:44Ep. 177 – Working Through Afflictions
Apr 03, 2025Discussing how to work through afflictions like addiction, heartbreak, and self-hatred, Krishna Das gives spiritual guidance to listeners.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das explains:
Learning to chant the Hanuman Chalisa Working with addiction as a part of the spiritual path Developing the ability to stop hurting ourselves Looking within, not without, in order to do spiritual work in all parts of our daily livesComparing Hanuman w... Duration: 01:13:52Ep. 176 – Releasing the Ego, Repeating the Name
Mar 20, 2025Revealing the true Buddha nature, which rests beyond ego, Krishna Das shows how regular practice can unveil the inherent purity within us all.
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This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das gets into
Desireless action and other teachings of the GitaThe ‘evil’ within us all (selfishness, greed, anger, etc.)How our ego tries to protect itself from othersThe ways we feed our hungry desires at the expense of anythi... Duration: 01:15:51Ep. 175 – Healing Our Heavy Hearts
Mar 06, 2025Providing mantra and mentorship, Krishna Das explores how we can heal our heavy hearts and manage both personal and global suffering.
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das explores:
Mantras to use during wartimes or other painful experiencesHanuman, the remover of all difficulties and negative energyTibetan philosophies of the transition between life and deathBest wishes for all who are suffering across the globeKeeping our hearts open and available to all beings, all the timeA story of how KC Tewari saw Maharaj-ji as ShivaThe extraordinary beauty of the devotee and the belovedEscaping from the habit loop... Duration: 01:21:33Ep. 174 – Beyond Instant Gratification
Feb 20, 2025Explaining the fruits of dedicated practice, Krishna Das urges listeners to move past instant gratification and artificial forms of awakening.
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Duration: 01:02:47Ep. 173 – Reaching Higher States
Feb 06, 2025Sharing insight from Maharaj-ji, Krishna Das discusses reaching higher states of consciousness through service, repetition, and purification.
This episode includes wisdom from Krishna Das on:
Shedding our belief system of ego and separate selfThe importance of regular practice and finding time everydayLearning from Maharaj-ji through dreams and meditationFinding Maharaj-ji in our worldReaching higher states of consciousness through service, mantra, and purificationDoing spiritual work in our daily lives and seeing it all as GodLooking at humanity with honest eyes and letting go of how we think things should beThe book Love Everyone by Parvati Markus“Higher stat...
Duration: 01:15:55Ep. 172 – Making Practice a Way of Life
Jan 24, 2025Through devotional chanting and conversation, Krishna Das offers guidance on living out our practice both on and off the mat.
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In this episode, Krishna Das answers questions on:
The deep intuition that develops over timeMaking our practice a way of lifeRebirth and ensuring we create positive karmaDealing with conflict in parental relationshipsAccepting others fully as an act of pure loveWidening our hearts and noticing when we are b... Duration: 01:12:28Ep. 171 – No Within, No Without
Dec 27, 2024Closing the year, Krishna Das explores the transformative power of deepening our awareness and how practice helps us navigate life’s challenges.
This time, on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das speaks on:
Going within and deepening our awarenessSubjective versus objective experiencesAdvice that Krishna received from Maharaj-jiHow repeating the name gives us strengthPracticing awareness and breaking bad habitsHow to work through heartbreakComing back into an object of concentrationLearning to trust your own heart“There’s really no within and without except in the sense of physicality. Consciousness is not within or without. It permeates everything. Everything exists inside...
Duration: 01:16:23Ep. 170 – Sincerity of Heart
Dec 12, 2024Krishna Das teaches listeners all that is possible through total sincerity of the heart and self-awareness.
This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das holds a talk on:
How Krishna Das’ bar mitzvah transformed his outlook on organized religionWhat initially struck Krishna Das about Zen Buddhism and Indian philosophySensing an ongoing connection to Ram DassSitting down and chanting without over-intellectualizing everythingHaving sincerity of heart and being kind to ourselvesThe inner and outer blanket of Maharaj-jiThe difficult process of forgiving those who have hurt usLetting others be who they are and learn their own lessonsRecognizing that the problems we... Duration: 01:24:52Ep. 169 – The Physical vs. The Spiritual
Nov 29, 2024Contrasting the physical, impermanent world with the ever-present spiritual world, Krishna Das shares insights from the heart space.
This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das shares insights on:
How each situation has its own parametersPracticing the principle of non-harmGiving yourself 100% to whatever you are doingConceptualizing our approach to religionThe love that exists in the non-physical reality within usReal love versus conditional loveAllowing people to be who they areRemembering the impermanent nature of pleasureThe pressure from the times we live in“Everything in your life can serve the spiritual side if you are ripe enough to pa...
Duration: 00:58:33Ep. 168 – The Strength to Overcome
Nov 14, 2024Krishna Das guides listeners to develop the strength to overcome painful situations through regular practice and surrendering to what is.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das dives into:
Chanting for a balance between light and darkThe inner strength to not identify with negative emotionsWorking through fear surrounding death of a loved oneKrishna Das’ hot spring storyBeing kind to ourselves and allowing situations to normalize in due tim... Duration: 01:14:43Ep. 167 – Fruits of Practice
Oct 31, 2024Exploring the many fruits of making time for spiritual practice, Krishna Das shares the beauty of forgiving those who have hurt us.
This week, Krishna Das responds to questions on:
The ways we nurture our wounds and carry our painForgiving those who have hurt usHow hurt people hurt others out of their own painThe power of loving-kindness mediation for forgivenessMaturing and realizing that pain is just a part of lifeForgiveness and kindness as the fruit of spiritual practiceHow the poison of attachment ruins loveThe Hanuman Chalisa as an offering to Maharaj-jiChanting as a meditation practiceFinding the... Duration: 01:19:01Ep. 166 – Service to Our Parents
Oct 17, 2024Krishna Das explains how we can serve our parents and release their karmas along with our own as a labor of love.
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This week, Krishna Das responds to questions on:
What Maharaj-ji said about service to our parentsPraying for people from afar and working through traumasFreeing our parents from their karmasDoing healing work on our own heartsDetaching from the ego and loving the soul instead of the ro... Duration: 01:07:40Ep. 165 – Moving Forward When Our Spirit is Heavy
Sep 26, 2024Amidst global and individual suffering, Krishna Das teaches listeners how to move forward even when our spirit is heavy.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das offers advice about:
Coping when we are worn out from global and individual painHonoring all of our feelingsUsing the handshaking practice for difficult emotionsRecognizing that we are separate from our feelingsHaving a chanting practice to work on releasing feelingsWhy we cannot ne... Duration: 01:12:17Ep. 164 – Practice & Serve
Sep 12, 2024Dissolving our erroneous beliefs of separateness, Krishna Das shares the importance of continuous service and devotional practice.
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In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das speaks about:
Service anytime and anywherePlanting seeds for the fruits of our practiceClearing out blockages in the body with asana practiceKrishna Das' deep friendship with Maharaj-jiSamadhi and emerging into deeper states of consciousnessHow mantra can uncover the presence of spiritual beingsRealizing that... Duration: 00:59:03Ep. 163 – Extending Kindness Through Self-Compassion
Aug 28, 2024Gracefully describing the truth of love that unites all people, Krishna Das shares how self-compassion can extend into the world.
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This week, Krishna Das responds to questions on:
The concept of Sub Ek, or, all oneMaking peace with the many paths to GodHow relationships help us see where we need to work on ourselvesHaving compassion for ourselves so we can extend kindness to othersRecognizing the impact of our... Duration: 01:03:51Ep. 162 – Liberation from Suffering
Aug 08, 2024Discover new approaches to overcoming life’s challenges! In this episode of the Pilgrim Heart Podcast, Krishna Das offers powerful teachings that empower you to take control of your own liberation from suffering.
In today's episode, KD reflects on:
Developing the quality of bodhicittaStaying present through tragedy and sufferingChanging how the present moment feels rather than being lost in the pastThe impossibility of avoiding painCoping with the loss of a loved oneDealing with reality rather than seeking constant blissCreating positive habits and releasing destructive emotionsPracticing coming back to our breathPutting ourselves in others shoe’s when they... Duration: 01:08:20Ep. 161 – Finding Your Path
Jul 26, 2024Diving into principles of karma, Krishna Das describes how we can serve all beings and follow our own path, shares stories about his guru, Maharaj-ji, and much more.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on September 8th 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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Duration: 01:07:31Ep. 160 – Enlightened Beings
Jul 10, 2024This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das explores the experience and manifestation of enlightened beings and answers questions on Maharaj-ji, devotion, and more.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on August 18th 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das holds a talk on:
The experience and manifestation of enlightened beingsMaharaj-ji’s guidance on chanting and repeating the na... Duration: 01:03:54Ep. 159 – Being Honest with Ourselves
Jun 26, 2024In between devotional chants, Krishna Das guides listeners on the path of radical self-honesty and self-examination.
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This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das teaches us about:
Facing our own egoistic desiresMaharaj-ji’s guidance on chanting and repeating the name of GodSurrendering by grace and being kind to ourselvesFinding out what we really want to doBeing honest with ourselves and examining ourselves closelyThe usefulness of therapy and spiritual pract... Duration: 01:04:48Ep. 158 – Beyond the Conceptual
Jun 13, 2024Describing how God is beyond what the mind can conceptualize, Krishna Das reflects on ways to let go and experience oneness.
In this episode, Krishna Das describes:
Looking for love and beauty inside of ourselvesGod as beyond the conceptualHow Maharaj-ji represents the entire universeWhy we cannot simply run from sufferingBeing of service to others without our ego getting involvedRecognizing the ways we engage in hurtful relationshipsTaking care of ourselves and lightening the load of sufferingMaharaj-ji’s physical body and abilitiesAccomplishing anything through love and devotionThe practice of letting go through dance, chanting, or other forms of re... Duration: 01:30:42Ep. 157 – Unconditional Love and Acceptance
May 30, 2024This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das discusses freeing ourselves from abuse, finding support, embracing unconditional love, understanding our parents, and using psychedelics for positive karma.
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This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das holds a talk on:
Freeing ourselves from abusive situationsFinding love and support from people in similar circumstancesLoving from our soul and being unconditionalLetting other people be themselvesUnderstanding our parents as their own people with the... Duration: 01:20:00Ep. 156 – Doing Our Spiritual Work
May 17, 2024Offering wisdom on the challenging yet necessary work of spiritual practice, Krishna Das explains working through difficulty and finding answers in ourselves.
This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das offers wisdom on:
Dealing with family issuesUntying emotional knots through practiceDoing spiritual work and cleaning our heartsReleasing the programming from our pastTreating others well and making positive karmaChanting, mantra repetition, and serving others for deeper consciousnessContinual growth in spiritual practiceBeing present, being with the sound of the nameExperiencing the space around our thoughtsFinding answers within ourselvesThe roots of depression and angerToday’s episode originally aired on...
Duration: 01:05:52Ep. 155 – Dealing with Reality
Apr 27, 2024In a talk on dealing with reality, Krishna Das discusses aging gracefully and being in the present moment.
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On this episode of the Pilgrim Heart podcast, Krishna Das responds to questions on:
Krishna Das’ letter to K.K. SahMeeting the Dalai LamaThe oneness of Ram and KrishnaThe 84 mahasiddhasGrowing old and dealing with realityA Maharaj-ji ghost storyLust and hungers of the mind and bodyHealthy relationships and looking beyond sexWh... Duration: 00:57:46Ep. 153 – All Paths Lead To The One
Apr 10, 2024Taking refuge in the chant, Krishna Das highlights that all paths and manifestations of God lead us to the one.
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Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on April 21st, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
This episode of Pilgrim Heart...
Duration: 01:11:40Ep. 153 – Love Lives Within Us
Mar 28, 2024Explaining love as our true nature, Krishna Das describes the benefit of relationships and accessing our own internal well of love.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on April 7th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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This time on Pilgrim Hear...
Duration: 01:00:09Ep. 152 – Using Our Will
Mar 12, 2024Speaking about overcoming self-doubt, Krishna Das speaks about ways we can mindfully and constructively use our own will.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on March 31st, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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In this episode, Krishna Das discusses : Duration: 00:47:12
Ep. 151 – Engaging with Practice
Feb 14, 2024Speaking upon the chaos of the mind, Krishna Das encourages us to steady ourselves through engagement in our practice.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on March 24th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
This week on Pilgrim Heart, learn about :
The benefit of mantra in HindiHaving an awareness of what we are chantingFreeing ourselves from addictionsKrishna Das’ own struggles with addictionDoing th... Duration: 01:17:26Ep. 150 – Advice from Maharaj-ji
Feb 14, 2024In a dharma talk on alleviating suffering, Krishna Das offers up wisdom from Maharaj-ji for all of our hungry hearts.
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Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on March 17th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
This time on Pilgrim Heart...
Duration: 01:05:25Ep. 149 – Anchoring the Heart Through Practice
Jan 17, 2024After a chant to Ma Durga, Krishna Das answers questions about global suffering and anchoring our hearts through regular practice.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on March 10th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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This time on Pilgrim Heart, K...
Duration: 01:10:13Ep. 148 – Chanting for Peace
Nov 18, 2023Chanting and praying for peace, Krishna Das explains how doing inner work can benefit the outer world.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on March 3rd, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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Duration: 01:02:48Ep. 147 – You Can't Escape Your Karmas
Nov 03, 2023Anchored by the subject of Karma, Krishna Das explains the ways we can accept the present moment and live with an open heart.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on February 24th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das chants and gives guidance on:
Finding time for practiceReceiving messages through dreamsBeing where we are and accepting our k... Duration: 01:14:11Ep. 146 – Shortcuts and Dead Ends
Oct 18, 2023In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das explores the importance of patience and how, when it comes to spiritual practice, shortcuts will only lead us to dead ends.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on February 17th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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Duration: 01:11:02Ep. 145 – Trust Your Own Heart
Sep 27, 2023Hinging on the importance of trust and self-awareness, Krishna Das helps listeners accept themselves and live in ultimate reality. Get ready for a long one – full of music, mantra, and wisdom from KD’s years of practice.
Today’s episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on January 20th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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Duration: 01:41:47Ep. 144 – The Impermanence of Pleasure
Sep 08, 2023Krishna Das helps us understand the spiritual lessons in lusting for pleasure and the impermanence of all things physical.
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This episode originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on January 6th, 2022. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
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Duration: 01:05:00Ep. 143 – Self & Sincerity
Aug 25, 2023Musing on sincerity towards ourselves and others, Krishna Das shares some of the many lessons he learned from Ram Dass, Maharaj-ji, KC Tewari, and more.
This episode of the Pilgrim Heart Podcast originally aired on Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on December 23, 2021. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
“You try to be as sincere with people as you can. It is not our job to set everything right in the u...
Duration: 01:37:39Ep. 142 – Peace & Practice
Aug 11, 2023Krishna Das offers up wisdom from his years of practice and study, answering questions about Hanuman, finding peace through practice, working with the ego and much more.
This episode of the Pilgrim Heart Podcast was originally aired during Krisha Das’ “Hanging Out In the Heart Space” online satsang on December 16, 2021. Be sure to subscribe to Krishna Das on Youtube to get new episodes of “Hanging Out In the Heart Space”, fresh music from KD and more: Krishna Das Music
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das answers questions on:
Attachment and working with the egoChanti... Duration: 01:20:07Ep. 141 – The Jewel Within
Jul 26, 2023Krishna Das explores working through our traumas to heal our karma and unveil the jewel of love within us all.
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In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das holds a discussion on :
The strength we can gain from the repeating God's nameServing others and treating them as best we canMaharaj-ji and serving our parents as the highest form of WorshipPraying from a far, trauma, and releasing negative energyKarmic freeing, broken hearts, and a... Duration: 01:24:34Ep. 140 – Mantra as Home Base
Jul 14, 2023Krishna Das dives into how practice helps mantra become our home base, and shares a Ram Dass story about the powerful mantra to Hanuman, the Bajrang Baan.
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In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das opens up a conversation around:
The story of how Maharaj-ji first got the Westerners to sing kirtan and bhajan, and how that forced them to face their minds and learn how to let go and come back to... Duration: 01:55:04Ep. 139 – Letting Go of Anger
Jun 15, 2023In this episode, Krishna Das helps us practice letting go of anger and expanding our hearts towards others.
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"We might feel pain based on things that happened with people or situations outside of us. But where do we feel that is within. So this is where we have to work on it." – Krishna Das
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das opens up conversation around:
Letting go of feeling like... Duration: 01:07:12Ep. 138 – Finding Balance
Jun 01, 2023Speaking about the power of the path of devotion, Krishna Das offers wisdom on finding balance and taking care of ourselves and others through practices like the Hanuman Chalisa to polish the mirrors of our hearts.
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das offers his thoughts on:
- Honoring our feelings without allowing them to destroy us
Balancing being of service to ourselves and others through self-care and healthy boundaries
- Asking “how?” instead of “why?”
- How opening to the path of devotion can dust off the mirrors...
Duration: 01:23:30Ep. 137 – Planting Seeds of Change
May 20, 2023Discussing the power of the present moment, Krishna Das empowers us to make a difference in our lives by redirecting our negative habits into positive changes.
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“You have to find out what you have to do to make your life what you want it to be.” – Krishna Das
In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das discusses:
His thoughts on reincarnation and karmaGoing after the things you want in lifeThe lesson o... Duration: 01:23:59Ep. 136 – Learning to Trust Yourself
May 07, 2023Discussing the intensity of painful emotions, Krishna Das describes how practicing letting go can allow us to live at home within ourselves.
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“Right now, we’re programmed to hold onto everything. But over time, we can let go of our identification with the negative states of mind, the negative self images, and the negative stories we tell ourselves. But you can’t push those away. We have to train ourselves to release them.” – Krishna Das...
Duration: 01:12:06Ep. 135 – Dealing With What Arises
Apr 29, 2023Discussing the inevitability of suffering, Krishna Das guides us on returning to our true, present nature.
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“There's no escaping suffering, that is the number one truth. This world is filled with it. We can develop a way to live in a world that changes the way we react to difficult and painful circumstances.” – Krishna Das
This episode features a virtual kirtan with Krishna Das and a discussion on:
Allowing love to show... Duration: 01:30:52Ep. 134 – Gradual Change
Apr 10, 2023This week, Krishna Das helps us notice the gradual, positive changes that come from maintaining practices like chanting.
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"Live your life. Go after the things you want. Hopefully, that will include some spiritual practice which will ripen you to become the love that lives within you." – Krishna Das
In this episode, Krishna Das leads us in devotion and discusses:
Connecting to an individualized practiceChanging fate through chantingThe Guru within and allo... Duration: 01:46:41Ep. 133 – Infinite Life with Dr. Robert Thurman
Mar 24, 2023Dr. Robert Thurman and Krishna Das lecture on chanting, Maharaj-ji, embodiment, and purpose in this devotion-filled episode.
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"Human beings are such a precious embodiment...it's a great opportunity to become enlightened That's what you do when you attain freedom. You don't stop living; you become infinite life, you become one with everybody's infinite life." – Dr. Robert Thurman
"I would try to find the thing that you really want to do, and reall...
Duration: 01:06:51Ep. 132 – Losing Yourself in Love
Mar 16, 2023After swaddling listeners in devotional chanting, Krishna Das describes thinning the ego and diving into the ocean of love.
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"That's what these practices are for, ultimately, so we can experience the depth of love and peace within us. There is no button to push, it is a question of developing trust in yourself, confidence in yourself, and practicing regularly." – Krishna Das
In this episode, Krishna Das chants and explores:
Suffering, Rel... Duration: 01:19:11Ep. 131 – Invoking Presence
Feb 26, 2023Through non-attachment and mantra repetition, Krishna Das teaches us that we can invoke presence and find our true nature.
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"Because Ram, Sita, Radha, all these beings are rooted in a deeper consciousness than we have, by repeating their names we invoke that presence, that place within us that is deeper than our thoughts, emotions, and physicality. That's the real meaning of these names, they are real love. The same love that is within u...
Duration: 00:59:46Ep. 130 – The Love That Lives Within Us
Feb 10, 2023Krishna Das offers flowing kirtan and explores mantras as the Divine Names which help us uncover the love that lives within us.
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Duration: 01:27:07Ep. 129 – Calm The Mind
Jan 26, 2023Krishna Das describes the first step of any mindfulness practice: calming the mind. When the mind is serene, we can handle it all.
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"Not only are you singing, you're using your breath, you're hearing the sound of your voice and other voices, and that all helps you pay attention. It all helps you stay home, here, where we are supposed to try to be." – Krishna Das
In this episode, we learn abo...
Duration: 01:15:15Ep. 128 – Loving Ourselves Enough
Jan 15, 2023Drawing on the availability of grace, Krishna Das explores being a good person to ourselves and others in this virtual Satsang.
In this episode, you will learn about remembering the truth, having patience with yourself, and connecting to the guru.
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"Until we love ourselves enough, until we learn to give ourselves a break and not judge ourselves so harshly, we will always be comparing, judging, evaluating and trying to buy affection...y...
Duration: 01:36:03Ep. 127 – Transforming Painful Relationships
Dec 29, 2022Enter the heart space with Krishna Das and learn about self-growth, humility, and non-judgement in order to build beautiful connections.
Krishna Das ponders transforming painful relationships and connecting to our inner strength through practices like chanting, meditation, and acceptance.
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"We need more love is what it comes down to, but it has to be real love which means not being judgmental about others and allowing others to be who they are." – Krish...
Duration: 01:30:17Ep. 126 – Come Home to the Chant
Dec 16, 2022In this devotional space with Krishna Das, we learn that we can always come back home to the chant.
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“Every once in a while we notice that we are not paying attention and that is when we simply let go of that thought and come back to the chant. That’s why the chant is there, to give you something to come home to.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:43:54Ep. 125 – Desires and Willpower
Dec 01, 2022In a discussion on materiality, willpower, and desires, Krishna Das plants seeds of wisdom for us to find balance.
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Willpower is what directs our energy. Many of us have issues with directing our energy and going after things. We usually use willpower to go towards things we desire or to steer away from the things we think might hurt us. This, however, is actually just reactive. It is not really conscious willpower. Krishna D...
Duration: 01:10:45Ep. 124 – Dust Off Your Heart
Nov 17, 2022Krishna Das helps us sift through emotional reactions, dust off our hearts, and remember the vital importance of having a spiritual practice.
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“How important is taking the name, how important is spiritual practice? It is about as important as breathing. Without the breath you've got no life and without practice, without turning towards the spirit in one way or another and calming the mind or emotions, your heart will never open.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:15:19Ep. 123 – Love is Who We Are
Nov 03, 2022Experience virtual kirtan and community as Krishna Das transmits the wisdom of unconditional love, grace, and presence.
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“Real love is what lasts 24 hours a day 365 days a year. You don't get it from someone, you can't give it to anybody, you can't fall in it, you can't fall out of it. It's who we are.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:29:10Ep. 122 – Purify Your Heart
Oct 26, 2022This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das speaks about purifying the heart via connecting to Maharaj-ji and recognizing your awareness.
"Maharaj-ji is like the sun, and I am just a fruit hanging on the tree. I ripen at my own rate according to the way the sun shines on me and my own karmas. It is up to him to keep my heart open and it is up to me to keep remembering him.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:14:36Ep. 121 - Let Go and Come Back
Oct 12, 2022Speaking about chanting and meditation, Krishna Das helps us in navigating constricting systems and releasing childhood pain.
“When you bring a practice into your life, it gives you something to come back to. Otherwise, we are just gone.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:04:57Ep. 120 - Nothing Required, Everything Given
Sep 15, 2022Welcome to this episode of Pilgrim Heart where Krishna Das describes unconditional love, acceptance, and helping others.
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“Maharaji knew how we thought about ourselves, he knew why we had so much self loathing and couldn't really accept love or give real love. He knew everything and he loved us, loves us, as we are. There was no pressure there to be any...
Duration: 01:17:02Ep. 119 - Family and the Yogic Path
Sep 03, 2022With a resounding theme of family, Krishna Das leads Satsang and responds to viewer questions about the yogic path.
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Duration: 01:26:59Ep. 118 – Be Where You Are
Aug 23, 2022Amidst singing three powerful chants to Hanuman, Krishna Das shares tangible insight into balancing life and practice by being where you are.
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In this Hanging Out in the Heart Space session from May 27th, 2021, Krishna Das shares down-to-earth wisdom surrounding how we can balance our lives and live from the heart. Through this lens, he explores how we can get rid of bad behaviors, which mantras they sang in front of Maharaj-ji in I...
Duration: 01:13:53Ep. 117 – Siddhi Ma & The Essence of Maharaj-ji
Jul 28, 2022Krishna Das shares stories of Siddhi Ma and taps into the essence of Maharaj-ji in another chanting-forward Heart Space session.
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In this Hanging Out in the Heart Space session from May 13th, 2021, Krishna Das offers chants to the Divine Mother and Sri Hanuman-ji, answers a stream of questions about his guru Maharaj-ji, uncovers the before-hidden power and love emanating from Sri Siddhi Ma, and further taps into the essence of Maharaj-ji.
Ep. 116 – Everything Matters
Jul 15, 2022Sway into the healing space of devotional music with Krishna Das in this wisdom-charged episode of Pilgrim Heart.
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“That’s the point of living. It is to find the real love that lives within us and when possible, to help others find that love.” –Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:14:24Ep. 115 - Ease Of Heart
Jul 01, 2022Welcome to this week's episode of Pilgrim Heart where we find ease of heart with Krishna Das through devotional music and bites of wisdom.
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“Many people have not met their guru in a body, but that does not mean the guru is not guiding them and always available to them, just like their own self. You can never be away from yourself.” – Krishna Das
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Duration: 01:13:25Ep. 114 – God Everywhere, All the Time
Jun 01, 2022Shedding light on how chanting practice can help us move beyond our egos, Krishna Das explores how Saints only see God everywhere all the time.
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In this Hanging in the Heart Space session originally live-streamed on April 29th, 2021, Krishna Das shares personal stories and answers questions around what it means to meet a Saint in a dream, how to work with attachment as a parent, what it was like meeting Maharaj-ji's rec...
Duration: 01:14:46Ep. 113 – Maharaj-ji and More
May 20, 2022This time on Pilgrim Heart we listen to Krishna Das respond to viewer questions about chanting, Maharaj-ji and more. We also receive the delight of hearing him perform two chants at the start and end of this podcast.
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“Maharaj-ji is not a person like you and me. He is an eternal presence, always here. If we knew how to look, if we knew how to see and to feel, he is her...
Duration: 01:29:58Ep. 112 – A Tale of Two Blankets
May 06, 2022In this Maharaj-ji focused episode, Krishna Das shares Dada's 'tale of two blankets,' Dr. Robert Thurman's theory on dead beings, and offers chants to Ma Durga and Sri Hanuman-ji.
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In this Hanging Out in the Heart Space session from April 15, 2021, Krishna Das offers deep insight into his guru, Maharajji (Neem Karoli Baba). Reflecting on their time spent in India together in the early 1970s, he shares how he got his s...
Duration: 01:11:51Ep. 111 – Coming Home & Bearing Witness
Apr 21, 2022Krishna Das shares chants and radiates wisdom around coming home, bearing witness, and doing what you want.
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In this Hanging in the Heart Space session from April 8th 2021, Krishna Das weaves together bhajan chanting with ancient wisdom teachings from India, all aimed at helping us live in the heart through this often tumultuous modern age. Throughout this talk, he shares miracle stories involving Neem Karoli Baba, Swami Chidananda, and Swami Shivananda; b...
Duration: 01:11:35Ep. 110 – Practice on the Spiritual Path
Apr 08, 2022In another Bhakti-steeped podcast, Krishna Das sings kirtan and answers questions about practice on the spiritual path, surrender, sexuality, death, clinging, and Maharaj-ji's love.
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This episode of Pilgrim Heart welcomes you into the Hanging Out in the Heart Space livestream session from April 1st 2021, where Krishna Das offers the chants "Namoh," "Jaya Jagatambe," and the "Hanuman Chalisa" amidst answering a stream of audience inquiries.
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Duration: 01:10:12Ep. 109 – From the Many to the One
Mar 24, 2022In this Bhakti-infused episode, Krishna Das shares kirtan and relays insights into connecting with Maharajji to navigate 'from the many to the one.'
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In this episode sourcing kirtan, dharma discussion, and Q&A from an intimate Hanging Out in the Heart Space session from March 25th 2021, Krishna Das explores how to overhaul your life through consistent practice, illuminates the differences between Ram and Krishna, discusses how to maintain contact with M...
Duration: 01:10:16Ep. 108: A Chant to Neem Karoli Baba
Mar 11, 2022Krishna Das answers questions about dealing with button pushers, setting boundaries, and surrendering to the guru, plus he leads a chant devoted to his guru, Neem Karoli Baba.
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This episode of Pilgrim Heart is from Krishna Das’ Hanging in the Heart Space session on March 18th, 2021. Join Krishna Das in virtual Satsang every Thursday at 4 pm PST for the live recordings of Hanging in the Heart Space – featuring music, conversation, and live Q&A wit...
Duration: 01:12:40Ep. 107 – The Shiva Stuti
Mar 01, 2022Krishna Das continues his celebration of Mahashivratri by chanting the Shiva Stuti and answering questions about meditation, abstinence, emotional attachments, and much more.
In the conclusion of this “Hanging in the Heart Space” session from March 11, 2021, Krishna Das continues his celebration of Mahashivratri, which is a Hindu holiday in honor of Lord Shiva. Listen to part one of this session in Pilgrim Heart Ep. 106.
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Duration: 01:03:18Ep. 106 – Lord Shiva & Devotion
Feb 16, 2022Celebrating the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, Krishna Das shares stories, kirtan, and myth illuminating the essence of Lord Shiva.
In this special “Hanging in the Heart Space” session from March 11th, 2021—auspiciously landing on Mahashivratri, the Hindu Holiday celebrating Lord Shiva—Krishna Das shares Shiva-focused mantra, music, Maharaj-ji stories, and Hindu myths uncovering the living wisdom at the core of our beings.
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Duration: 00:55:03Ep. 105 – Discipline on the Spiritual Path
Dec 03, 2021In this virtual Q&A with some chanting sprinkled in, Krishna Das answers questions about faith, focus, forgiveness, unconditional love, discipline on the spiritual path, and more.
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This episode of Pilgrim Heart is from Krishna Das’ Hanging in the Heart Space session on February 25th, 2021. Join Krishna Das in virtual Satsang every Thursday at 4 pm PST for the live recordings of Hanging in the Heart Space – featuring music, conversation, and live Q&A with Kri...
Duration: 00:54:46Ep. 104: Maya, Monkey Gods, and More
Nov 16, 2021Krishna Das takes on a wide range of subjects, from Maya and monkey gods to karma, desire, and judgment, plus invites us to simply let go of everything with some chanting.
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Duration: 01:05:28Ep. 103 – Maharaj-ji Stories
Oct 15, 2021Krishna Das shares stories about his guru, Maharaj-ji, gives suggestions for dealing with loneliness and offers a rare ektara bhajan sung by Sita in The Ramayana.
This episode of Pilgrim Heart is from Krishna Das’ Hanging in the Heart Space session on February 11th, 2021. Join Krishna Das in virtual Satsang every Thursday at 4 pm PST for the live recordings of Hanging in the Heart Space – featuring music, conversation, & live Q&A with Krishna Das.
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Duration: 00:45:50Ep. 102 – Peace Comes From Practice
Sep 15, 2021Straight from his heart space, Krishna Das explores how peace comes from practice, the concept of waiting for grace, chanting to alleviate the suffering of others, and much more.
This episode of Pilgrim Heart is from Krishna Das’ Hanging in the Heart Space session on February 4th, 2021. Join Krishna Das in virtual Satsang every Thursday at 4 pm PST for the live recordings of Hanging in the Heart Space – featuring music, conversation, & live Q&A with Krishna Das.
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Duration: 01:00:49Ep. 101 - Raising Kundalini
Jul 28, 2021Krishna Das answers questions about raising Kundalini, how chanting can help us deal with suffering, and the influence of great beings on our lives, plus he leads a round of chanting.
This ‘Hanging in the Heart Space’ session was recorded live on January 28th, 2021. Join KD in virtual Satsang every Thursday at 4 pm PST for the live recordings of ‘Hanging in the Heart Space‘ – featuring music, conversation, & live Q&A with KD. Livestream airs on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.
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Duration: 00:51:11Ep. 100 – Orbiting the Planet of Me
Jun 23, 2021Sharing the lila of Rama & Sita in the Ramayana, Krishna Das helps free us from the gravity of separateness orbiting the 'Planet of Me.'
In this 'Hanging in the Heart Space' session from January 21st 2021, Krishna Das answers audience questions exploring the lila of Rama & Sita in the Ramayana, freeing oneself from the gravity of the 'Planet of Me,' devotion's relationship to emotion, Siddhi Ma's connection to Maharajji, facing obstacles to practice, motivation for chanting, Hanuman, being here now, and being '"real fakes" with Ram Dass.
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Duration: 00:48:05Ep. 99 – Meeting Shiva
Jun 07, 2021Krishna Das brings us inside his heart cave for a Q&A featuring questions about what meeting Shiva actually means, how we can find time for meditation, and why motivation matters.
In this ‘Hanging in the Heart Space‘ session from Dec. 10th, 2020, Krishna Das explores how we can find motivation for practice& commune with Shiva.
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Duration: 00:03:10Ep. 98 – Don't Fight the Longing
May 07, 2021Hare Krishna or Jai Hanuman—which mantra is best? Krishna Das explores chanting practice, longing, delusion, depression, and being a good person, before sharing a Hanuman Chalisa.
In this ‘Hanging in the Heart Space‘ session from Dec. 3rd 2020, Krishna Das welcomes us to re-perceive longing as our saving grace – the pull from within to be whole. From this vantage point, Krishna Das answers a flowing river of audience questions pertaining to dealing with deluded family members, working with depression, how to choose which mantra is best for you, and shares the key secret ingredient to chanting practice: Sing and be...
Duration: 01:00:36Ep. 97 – Longing, Letting Go & The Lineage of Hanuman
Apr 02, 2021Krishna Das explores longing, letting go, being here now, and the uniqueness of the Hanuman lineage for liberating us while satisfying our beneficial desires and fulfilling our karmas.
In this fun and directed question and answer session, Krishna Das illuminates longing as the base for devotional practice, and describes how releasing our thoughts and fears to surrender into the present moment during meditation is a microcosm of the ultimate goal of the spiritual journey. Sharing from the spacious present, Krishna Das expresses how the Hanuman lineage is not a renunciate path, offering juicy descriptions of Hanuman from...
Duration: 00:41:39Ep. 96 – Thought Tornadoes
Mar 12, 2021With deep vulnerability and humor, Krishna Das answers questions on the benefits of daily spiritual practice, like mantra chanting, for releasing us from the whirling thought-tornadoes of our minds.
Continuing last episode's Q&A session from a 2018 workshop in Miami, FL, Krishna Das answers audience questions digging into what a 'typical Monday' looks for him, the benefits of a daily spiritual practice, creating a spacious gap for buffering intense reactions through using techniques like mantra repetition, and how we can better imbibe surrender and will within our beings. Exploring these questions through vulnerably sharing his deep personal...
Duration: 00:26:34Ep. 95 – Tending Our Inner-Garden
Feb 17, 2021Krishna Das explores tending our inner-garden; planting seeds of spiritual practice now to harvest blossoms of real change in the future.
In this 2018 workshop from Miami, FL, Krishna Das invites us to get our hands dirty in the garden of our inner-being. Theming the talk around Sri Ramakrishna's compelling and vibrant allegory of spiritual practices being seeds of compassion and love planted for the future, Krishna Das tills through the process of uprooting our separate sense of me-ness, laying out the proverbial Farmer's Almanac for a blossoming harvest of real change from earnest, intentional, and consistent spiritual p...
Duration: 00:33:56Ep. 94 – Follow Your Heart
Dec 31, 2020In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das answers questions about dealing with addiction, how to pick the right daily practice, and what it means to truly follow your heart.
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Duration: 00:28:49Ep. 93 – Uncovering the Love Within
Dec 11, 2020In this episode of Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das explores how chanting and repetition of the Names of God break down the walls of ego, uncovering the love that lives within us.
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Duration: 00:59:50Ep. 92 – The Sky of Consciousness
Nov 18, 2020Krishna Das explores the sky of consciousness and how practice uncovers the love within us, plus answers questions about chanting, spiritual bypassing, and dealing with teenagers.
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Duration: 01:18:01Ep. 91 – Notes on Being a Good Human
Oct 31, 2020Krishna Das explores the possibility of cultivating presence & compassion through spiritual practice and answers questions about Maharajji, working with longing, fostering generosity, & dealing with people at their worst.
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Duration: 01:12:16Ep. 90 – Outside and Inside
Sep 05, 2020Krishna Das answers questions about spiritual practice, the Guru, mantra chanting, our relationship to time, and the nature of oneness.
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