Why Your Soul Chose to Be Born Now

Why would a soul choose to be born during a time of uncertainty, conflict, and rapid change? In this talk, Asha explores karma, reincarnation, and the deeper purpose behind our incarnation. Drawing from the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, she explains why souls return to earth, how longing and regret keep us in the cycle of rebirth, and why even difficult circumstances can become opportunities for spiritual awakening. As the world moves through profound change, this perspective offers a practical way to understand our role, our challenges, and the opportunity before us. Filmed ‪@omegainstitute‬ June 2026 as part of Courage to Awaken: Yogananda's Teachings for a New World. Timestamps 00:00 Why we choose our incarnations 00:47 Why the ego keeps us confused 01:29 The three levels of reality 01:48 What causes reincarnation? 02:17 Why difficult karma isn't bad 03:10 Souls, relationships, and unfinished karma 04:03 Why souls are being born now 05:25 Learning through experience 06:25 Why we repeat painful mistakes 07:51 Who will be protected in difficult times? 08:31 Why neutrality is becoming impossible 09:15 Choosing light in a changing world #Karma #Reincarnation #ParamhansaYogananda #SpiritualGrowth #Meditation #Consciousness #SelfRealization #Awakening #AshaNayaswami #OmegaInstitute Asha’s work is made possible by the generosity of truth-seekers like you. If you’d like to support this mission, there are two ways to give monthly support and receive exclusive member-only content: → Join as a YouTube Member for replays, live Q&As, and more:    / @ashanayaswami   → Subscribe on Patreon to support the mission and access exclusive content:   / ashanayaswami   or subscribe through Patreon: Website ✦ https://www.ashajoy.org/ Podcast ✦ https://ashajoy.buzzsprout.com Facebook ✦   / ashanayaswami   Instagram ✦   / innerlifewith_asha