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Jan 2020
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15: Churning the Heart with Radhanath Sw...

RAGHUNATH CAPPO & KAUSTUBHA DAS
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Who is Radhanath Swami? / the process of yoga is to purity the heart - it's not always easy - it takes determination and patience / as we churn our hearts, so many things will come out - don't be afraid, attached or distracted / reversals open doors to great benedictions / the material nature brings out the conflict in us / the greatest spiritual progress comes when through the sincerity of our will, God is pleased / the greatest way to please the Lord is to accept suffering in order to bring others happiness - compassion is the ultimate service / we all need a compass to keep us focused on moving in the direction of divine love /Radhanath Swami shares the vision of the Govardhan Eco Village

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