Living a Spiritual Life in a Material World

Seekers on the path of Self-Realization are soon trapped by the many pitfalls along the journey.

Spiritual practices should develop the wisdom mind and lead the soul to one's True Nature or Spirit, but interacting with the demands and desires of the material world often causes the strengthening of the ego instead. When the pracitioner tries to dissociate from the material world, apathy and depression results.

In order to balance the spiritual life within the matrix of materiality, it is useful for the practitioner to develop within a model that encompasses both facets. I call it the Intentional Life Model and it helps to integrate our life actions into a wholeness to bring about a consciousness of our True Nature as well as the practical wisdom to live in the world as a spiritual Being.

This book provides the reader with inspiration and guidance along the path to navigate the treacherous waters along the river of your soul journey towards the source of Self.

Rudra Shivananda has given spiritual workshops in over a dozen countries since 1998. In the light of his yogic lineage, he has offered guidance and support to students and seekers all over the world. This book is a distillation of his inspirational insights and practical advice.