This is a discussion of some similarities and differences of Kashmir Shaivism and the Bhagavad Gita, along with general spiritual philsophy and stories. I was asked to prepare this talk just a few days before giving it to yoga students on July 12, 2009, with other projects also in progress, so much of this talk is spontaneous.

More videos, books, music, and other works by Kumuda at http://www.nightlotus.com

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A volunteer effort in support of President Obama's healthcare initiatives - real people telling stories that illumine the current crisis and the need for change.

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From well-paying jobs in Hollywood's entertainment industry to 14 years under the poverty line without access to basic healthcare. http://www.nightlotus.com

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Sharon is the author of Spirituality For Dummies and is on Facebook. 'nuff said. Visit the Night Lotus Website of free multimedia spiritual resources at http://www.nightlotus.com

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The handheld camera is shaky, but this was a rare offering for me -- Usually my singing performances involve spiritual devotional chanting and hymns, but I was asked to sing a set of secular songs for a local "Eco Blast" event and felt that it was an assignment from the universe meant to expand my repertoire. Anyway, when I sing songs, it is inherently with a spiritual focus. Here are three songs form the presentation.

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NOTE: YouTube plays this video in High Quality setting, which makes it jumpy on some computers. The solution is to click on the red "HQ" button next to the volume icon to turn HQ off.

Sharon Kumuda Janis is the author of Spirituality For Dummies and other books, videos, and devotional music CDs. Visit her website of free multimedia spiritual resources at http://www.nightlotus.com

This talk was given in Sudbury Ontario on March 24, 2009.

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Filmed March 24, 2009 in Sudbury Ontario, Canada as part of a series of workshops sponsored by WarmHearts Hospice and Palliative caregivers. Original song by Mahalia Jackson. Also included on the devotional music CD that comes with each copy of Sharon's book, Spirituality For Dummies: http://www.spiritualityfordumm ies.com

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This is a powerful documentary about an extraordinary woman. At age 44, Mildred Norman left her life circumstances and became Peace Pilgrim -- walking coast to coast for peace for nearly 30 years, living on faith and sharing her wisdom and exhuberance generously with people across the land. This 60-minute documentary is a poetic and musical exploration of her life and message, which is as relevant today as ever. Also included are interviews with Dalai Lama, Maya Angelou, John Robbins, Elizabeth Kubler Ross, and many of Peace Pilgrim's friends, admirers, and relatives, along with newsreel footage from the 1950's, 1960's, and 1970's, when Peace was on her walk for peace. The video is narrated by Reverend Michael Beckwith.

This video was scripted and edited by Sharon Janis (Kumuda) of Night Lotus Productions, using materials that had been filmed and gathered over two decades.

You can order a copy of this video or Peace Pilgrim's books or audio materials from Friends of Peace Pilgrim Foundation at http://www.peacepilgrim.org . In accordance with Peace Pilgrim's belief that spiritual teachings should be given rather than sold, all of her materials are offered without charge (although donations to continue their work are welcome)

More videos by Sharon Janis are available to view online as part of the Night Lotus Website of free multimedia spiritual resources at http://www.nightlotus.com .

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This is the section on "Self Knowledge" from the Chidakasha Gita, the words of holy Indian sage Nityananda who lived in Ganeshpuri during the 20th century. Listen to all 61 topics (over 3 hours long) at http://www.bhagawan-nityananda .com .

This text is read and produced by Sharon Janis, author of Spirituality For Dummies, Secrets of Spiritual Happiness, and other works, who lived and served for a decade in the ashram of Baba Muktananda, the great disciple of Bhagawan Nityananda

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This recently edited video of Shuva and Krishna's 1989 wedding shows the kind of auspicious ceremonies that lead to a beautiful marriage and family life. This event was filled with ancient Indian rituals and mantras, along with the good wishes and blessings of friends and family, and 20 years later, the marriage is still filled with good fortune and three beautiful children. The creation of this video included a careful restoration of the older footage. Find more information about the video works of Night Lotus Productions at http://www.nightlotusvideo.com

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This humorous news segment appeared on San Diego television news. More info at http://spiritualityfordummies. com

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Listen to divine chanting of God's name with Prem, Sudha, Krishna, Jaiti, and Kumuda, filmed during the Satsang Foundation Thursday night bhajans that were offered every week for 32 years in the home of Prem and Sheela Trikannad in San Diego. Om Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram, Hari Narayanan, Radhe Shyam, Jai Jagadisha Hare, and more. . . Find more chanting videos and audios at http://www.devotionalsinging.c om

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