On July 14th, I was invited for a fun and thought-provoking interview on the beautiful Spiritually Inspired platform hosted by Romanian-Canadian podcaster, author, speaker, and Chief Consciousness Officer (CCO) Claudiu Murgan, whose many contributions serve to inspire love, gratitude, and Oneness around the world. See below for a brief description of the interview as well as the audio and video versions. The interview is also available on Gnostic TV, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. And in early 2026, this interview is slated to be published as the final chapter of Claudiu’s upcoming book, The Light Within the Mind, which will be the second installment in his trilogy of collected talks with spiritual teachers, healers, and practitioners of all sorts. I hope you enjoy and benefit from our conversation, and I look forward to keeping you updated on the future publication!
From Yogananda to Modern Therapy
In this episode, Eli shares how Yogananda’s writings shaped his path of awakening and how his own enlightenment journey informs his unique approach to psychology. Drawing from extensive training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, CBT, ACT, Gottman Couples Therapy, mindfulness, existential therapy, Jungian/Depth Psychology, and trauma-informed care, Eli blends science and spirit to guide people toward healing, self-understanding, and wholeness. Eli Recht represents a rare bridge between psychological depth and spiritual intelligence. His voice is essential for anyone seeking leadership grounded not just in strategy—but in consciousness. His exposure to Yogananda’s books and Kriya Yoga impacted his spiritual journey to levels he never thought possible.
And here are some shorts from the interview…