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Lecture from Vep, Hungary

Planting of peace tree in Gyor, Hungary.

Webcast of morning satsang from Strilky, Czech Republic.

Mahasamadhi of Mataji Swami Ma Yog Shakti from Mahadev Shiv Bag Ashram Bari Khatu, Rajasthan, India. Procession, funeral rites, Swamijis speech: Mataji became one with Atma.

Welcome to the 2nd Sri Swami Maheshwarananda Festival of Spiritual Music from YIDL Ashram in Villach, Austria.

The 2nd Sri Swami Maheshwarananda Festival from Villach, Austria.

The 2nd Sri Swami Maheshwarananda Festival from Villach, Austria.

Swamiji in Sliac, 9th April 2007

A satsang discourse on the spiritual significance of a guru's birthday, drawing parallels to Christmas. "I recall Swāmījī saying, 'I was observing one person who was practicing Kriyā under the tree.'" "For us, the day of incarnation of Mahāprabhujī, the day of incarnation of Swāmījī, Gurujī, is Christmas. But even more than Christmas, because that is our guru." A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering, explaining why the birthday of a guru is a sacred celebration akin to Christmas. He emphasizes the necessity of a living guru for correct spiritual practice and describes the Guru Tattva (the essence of the guru) as a pure, divine light within a physical form. He explains how devotees can connect to this energy through satsang, devotion, and bhajans, transforming their own energy and creating a joyful spiritual life. The talk includes practical advice on using prayer, song, and positive thinking to change one's internal state and the surrounding atmosphere. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

A lecture on the chakra system and spiritual purification. "The human birth and human body possess very special abilities and a most powerful tool: the intellect. Through our intellect, we can discover all our hidden powers." "Before we awake or open the chapter of the chakra... [there are] three negative points to address... mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa." Swami Paramananda leads an evening satsang from the Yoga and Life Ashram, continuing a series on the chakras. He explains the human body's subtle anatomy, including the 72,000 nerves and the three primary nāḍīs (Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumṇā). The core teaching focuses on the three obstacles to spiritual awakening: impurities (mala), mental disturbances (vikṣepa), and the veil of ignorance (āvaraṇa). He details methods for purification through Haṭha Yoga techniques, control of the senses, and satsang, weaving in stories and analogies about the mind, karma, and the goal of liberation beyond the cycle of birth and death. Filming location: New York, USA

Webcast of Swamijis evening Satsang from Strilky Ashram, CZ on May 15th 2010. Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice, renounce.

Morning satsang from Summer Yoga Retreat in Strilky, Czech Republic. Lecture by Swami Gajanandji about Om. Om is that on which yogis meditate all the time. Om is the original mantra, every other mantras should contain the Om. Chanting Om all together, and a short meditation on Om. Singing the bhajan about Om.

Morning Yoga practice from the international Yoga retreat Umag, Croatia

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. There are many Gods but finally, there are all one. Our soul is circling in the universe like water in the earth. The story about how can some seeds öf grain remain unbroken. Who is going to the Satsang they can reach the Supreme. Sometimes we see the karma but don't do that. Man saints past away but their name remained with us. Holiguruji was very lovely and strict for those persons who were around him. Holiguruji knew if somebody criticises him the bad karma went to that man. Diving to the ocean we can hear the beautiful sound and we hear this also if we plug our ears. Viswaguruji blows the conch three times for the honour of Holiguruji.

An evening satsang on turning inward for spiritual realization. "It came that if you are doing and looking outside, it is like in winter when the leaves of the trees are falling down. It is not for you, so go within thyself." "Meditation is not easy to come into. When we want to go outside, we cannot go. And we are inside, also not." Swami Māheśvarānanda addresses a global audience, sharing a personal nocturnal reflection on the limitations of external seeking. He emphasizes that true peace and divine connection are found within, using metaphors of water sources and a hungry child looking at pictures of food. He illustrates this with teachings and stories from his Guru and the book Līlā Amṛt, including an account of a merchant who found peace by meditating inwardly upon his Guru's instruction. Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

A spiritual discourse on the use of prayer beads (mala) and the practice of mantra. "Life is everything. Whether it is a human, a cow, a buffalo, a goat, or any being... its soul, that Ātmā, is to see our Self." "One mala means for us one step toward God. One step to God. This mala goes with mantra." A speaker delivers a teaching on spiritual practice, emphasizing reverence for all life and the importance of constant remembrance of God. He explains the purpose of the mala as a tool for mantra repetition, detailing two methods: one with a guru bead for seated practice and another for constant, walking remembrance (sumaran). He shares anecdotes about devotion, including a story about Hanuman, and concludes by describing the ultimate goal of merging with divine light. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A devotee shares personal stories of spiritual guidance and grace within the Yoga in Daily Life community. "Nothing is more beautiful than this ashram. Are you all in agreement? That is why all of you are here." "Gurudev sent me to China. I realized he sent me there to learn about myself." A speaker addresses the satsang, expressing deep connection to the ashram and global spiritual family. They recount how inner guidance from Gurudev, Viśvagurujī, directed their service—leading to establishing an ashram in Romania—and guided a pilgrimage through the Himalayan Chārdhām. They also describe how a casual remark from Gurudev inspired scientific research on prāṇāyāma, later fostering a university partnership. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Singing bhajans and chanting mantras.

A spiritual discourse on the power and techniques of mantra chanting. "The chanting of the name of God, spiritual songs, or a saint’s name brings peace of mind." "When you chant mantras, it creates a resonance. That resonance spreads into the environment, purifying it." Swami Ji explains the profound effects of mantra practice on purifying the individual and the environment. He details five techniques: writing (likhit), audible chanting, whispered repetition (upāṁśu), mental repetition (mānasik), and spontaneous repetition (ajapa). The talk connects mantra resonance to the body's chakras, warns against spiritual greed, and concludes with a call to practice and a group chant. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Yogis don't eat meat and don't drink alcohol. Nowadays there are many people in the world who don't eat meat. Practising Bari Khatu Pranam, relaxation, concentration om tha navel, bhramari pranayama and concentration on the heart. Beauty is in our heart.

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria. Silent meditation and prayer with Vishwaguruji.

A spiritual discourse on the nature of God, human divinity, and traditional wisdom. "A child asks a mother or father, 'What is the horizon? How far is it?' Have you ever reached or gone to the horizon?" "Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa said to Arjuna: both are good, Nirākāra and Sākāra, the formless and with form. But he said, for you, Arjuna, it is easier to worship in form." Swami Anand Arun explores the concepts of formless (Nirākāra) and personal (Sākāra) divinity, using the analogy of the unreachable horizon. He discusses the path of worship, the significance of divine forms and symbols in Hindu tradition, and the importance of sacred language and human relationships. The talk connects these themes to the science of the cakras, the significance of Vedic rituals like marriage, and the practical application of yoga and speech in daily life. Filming location: USA

A satsang discourse on the necessity of the guru and the goal of Advaita philosophy. "The moment you begin to think you have already heard and know everything, in that moment your free fall begins." "Understand from this that the guru is not the physical body. It is most important to understand that the guru is that Guru-Tattva, the element of the guru." A speaker leads a satsang, emphasizing the eternal student's attitude and the critical role of the embodied spiritual master (Guru-Tattva) as the essential guide. Using stories and analogies—such as the matchbox with a diamond, the friend with a boat, and the river merging into the ocean—the talk explains the guru's function and explores the ultimate goal of yoga: to transcend the cycle of rebirth and realize the Advaita (non-dual) union of the individual self with the cosmic Self. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A spiritual discourse on the foundational principles of sādhanā (spiritual practice). "Practices alone will not help us. They can only be fruitful if we follow physical and mental principles. These are called Śayamit and Niyamit." "Viveka is that which will divide truth and untruth completely... who has viveka all the time is the happiest and safest person." The speaker explains the core disciplines for a spiritual life: Śayamit (self-control and setting boundaries) and Niyamit (daily discipline). He details how these practices, along with regular prayer (sandhyā), purify the mind and senses. The discourse emphasizes the critical role of viveka (discrimination) in distinguishing truth from untruth, leading to the discovery of the inner fountain of joy and the immortal Ātmā. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

One of the most important principles of Yoga in daily life is environment protection. Hence YIDL is present each year at the Budapest Carfree Day with a yoga tent.

Around the world -- YIDL at the Budapest Vegetarian Festival, 2011

Yoga in Daily Life Class of Level 1 Part 2 filmed in Sydney

A spiritual discourse on the guru's power to transform destiny. "Everything depends on our karmas... What is written for you, what is written in your destiny, that is what is going to happen." "Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalam... So this is Guru Kṛpā. The guru is the one who can actually change your destiny if he wants." The lecturer narrates a traditional story from Holī Gurujī about a king's guru and the Vedāntā, the deity who writes destiny. The tale illustrates how a guru's compassion and clever guidance can alter the seemingly fixed fate of two princes, demonstrating the supreme grace of the guru. The discourse emphasizes the guru's equal love for all, regardless of status. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic