# Ananda — Joy Is Within You — Stay in tune, stay inspired

> Spiritual inspiration, events, videos, and teachings from Ananda Worldwide. (iPhone/iPad app by Ananda Church of Self-Realization.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ananda-joy-is-within-you/id1442147624 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ananda Church of Self-Realization](https://appshunter.io/developer/345156570)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 87 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ananda-joy-is-within-you/id1442147624/reviews.md

## What is Ananda?

THE ANANDA APP
Enliven your spiritual life with daily inspiration based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Easily find events happening near you and discover the latest uplifting videos, blog posts and more from Ananda Worldwide.
 
KEEP INSPIRATION IN YOUR POCKET
     - See upcoming events at your local center (where available)
     - Watch videos from Ananda Worldwide
     - See the latest spiritual questions answered by Ananda ministers
     - Read inspiring blog posts
     - Daily quotes from Living Wisely, Living Well by Swami Kriyananda
 
“Always grateful for the beautiful teachings and inspiration Ananda gives me everyday to support my meditation practice and devotion to Gurus.” —Colorado
 
FIND EVENTS NEAR YOU
Supportive friendships and satsang are an important part of our spiritual lives. Join fellow truthseekers for classes or community events at one of our 8 communities or over 164 teaching centers and meditation groups. Don’t have an Ananda center near you? Our vibrant Online Community events will soon be included in the Ananda App.
 
We’re still working to add events, blog posts, and videos from more Ananda locations. If your group, center, or community has these and they aren’t showing, let us know, or ask your center leader to get in touch.
 
“All the events I have attended so far have nourished my soul and helped me strengthen my relationship with the Divine. I look forward to participating in more events over the course of the future. Thank you Ananda!”
— Poornima Kadambari, Canada
 
WHAT IS ANANDA?
Ananda is a worldwide movement to help you realize the joy of your own higher Self through meditation and yoga. Ananda is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and was founded by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda in 1968. 

Ananda has grown to include 8 residential communities, over 164 teaching centers and meditation groups and a vibrant online community. Ananda provides places of learning, spiritual support, and fellowship to all sincere seekers.
 
“Ananda touches my life and heart every day... It is the most inclusive living path that continues to remind us that God is not out there but in our hearts.” —Walnut Creek, CA
 
COMING SOON
We have many plans for future development of the Ananda App and would like to hear from you about what you’d like to see next. Just go to the Feedback section in the app and fill out the survey.

We’re already working on these next features:
     - Events, videos, and blog posts from more Ananda locations
     - Special content from Ananda India if you live in India
     - If you wish, show events from Online with Ananda or Ananda India Online
     - Bug fixes for any issues that you and others report
 
NEED HELP?
Do you have any questions or requests for features? We’d love to hear from you. Just write to us at apps@ananda.org.

## Key features

- Daily spiritual inspiration
- Uplifting videos
- Inspiring blog posts
- Find local events
- Spiritual questions answered
- Daily quotes


## Frequently asked questions about Ananda

### What is Ananda?

Ananda is a worldwide movement founded on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, aiming to help individuals realize their higher Self through meditation and yoga. It includes residential communities, teaching centers, and an online community.

### Does Ananda have ads?

No, Ananda is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted spiritual experience.

### How often is Ananda updated?

The app was last updated on December 18, 2020, with version 1.4.0. Future updates are planned based on user feedback.

### What devices support Ananda?

Ananda is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible on various Apple devices.

### What is the age rating for Ananda?

Ananda has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience interested in spiritual content.

### Can I find events near me with Ananda?

Yes, Ananda allows you to see upcoming events at local centers where available, facilitating connection with fellow truthseekers.

### What kind of content can I expect from Ananda?

You can expect daily inspiration, uplifting videos, inspiring blog posts, answers to spiritual questions, and daily quotes from Living Wisely, Living Well.

### How can I provide feedback or request features for Ananda?

You can provide feedback and request features through the Feedback section within the app or by writing to apps@ananda.org.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2020-12-18

You can now choose the source of your daily quotes! Visit the Experiments screen (behind the menu in the upper left) and give it a try. 

This release also includes minor improvements to the design and experience of the app, especially on tablets.

### 1.3.7 — 2020-11-18

Fixed an issue with the What's New screen not showing the latest dates.

### 1.3.1 — 2020-10-05

We fixed an issue that would cause problems with the app on startup.

### 1.2.2 — 2020-07-16

New Online Events: View hundreds of weekly events from Ananda around the world in a new online events section.

### 1.0.2 — 2019-07-02

Especially for Ananda's 50th anniversary, event listings were improved by adding the day of the week and listing all events in a single group.

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