Many people may not know that they can have a personal experience of inner peace and joy through meditation. Brother Jayananda, a Self-Realization Fellowship monk for more than 40 years, will explore how meditation can lead to the natural development of deep calmness and the awakening of spiritual consciousness that can transform all aspects of life in a special free presentation from 7 to 8 p.m. on May 9, 2025, at the Old South Church, in Boston.

Themed, "How Meditation Can Transform Your Life," the event will focus on the yoga teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda (Autobiography of a Yogi). Brother Jayananda will offer an introduction to India’s timeless yoga science, providing practical ways to cultivate greater happiness in everyday life. 

“Yogananda said that, with the practice of meditation, one can learn ‘to carry a portable paradise within’ —meaning that as we go through life, we can consciously experience a peace and joy within our beings no matter where we are or what we are doing. Could there be any greater gift or talent that we could attain in life?” says Brother Jayananda. 

The evening will also include a guided meditation for attendees to experience the benefits of meditation for themselves. All are welcome—no previous meditation experience is required.