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Yoga philosophy endorses and encourages the having of a spiritual friend which, in Sanskrit, is kalyana mitra. The term conveys more than mere friendship but one who is a mentor, guide, source of wisdom and inspiration for life. To have such a person is considered essential for spiritual exploration and evolution.

Here's a question to ask yourself:  'Who in my life is a kalyana mitra to me?'  If you don't have one, try to identify one and spend time with her/him.

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Victor M. Parachin ... 

a Vedic educator, yoga instructor, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of a dozen books. Buy his books at amazon or your local bookstore. Sadly, Victor passed away in August 2025, but his blog continues. Janet Parachin, his partner of 45 years, shares quotes from his books and articles each week. 

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