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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We pray to Mahaprabhuji and ask for his blessing. Great saints are for all. Great yogis are always awakened. They practise the yogic way of sleeping that is yoga nidra. Mahaprabhuji sent a message to his disciples in the Yoga nidra bhajan. Jiva is always awakened. we are bounded to the samsara which is senseless. Atma goes to paramatma like a drop to the ocean. We are attached to many things. When we die we should release everything. Only yogis nknow what is the real yoga nidra.

A spiritual discourse narrating the story of Pārvatī's resolve to perform tapasyā (austerity) and explaining its power. "Tapasya is the giver of happiness and the remover of all troubles." "Through the power of tapasyā, Brahmā is able to create this world. Through the power of that tapasyā... Viṣṇu is able to protect the world. And through that power of tapasyā, Śiva, is able to destroy all the negative powers." The speaker recounts how Pārvatī, consoling her mother Mēnā, describes a dream in which a Brāhmaṇa instructs her to undertake severe spiritual austerity, affirming the truth of sage Nārada's words. The narrative details the immense power of tapasyā, using the examples of the Hindu trinity and Śeṣanāga, and describes Pārvatī's subsequent journey into the forest for a prolonged, extreme penance to attain Lord Śiva. The discourse frequently shifts to address a modern audience directly, exhorting them to cultivate similar willpower in their own sādhanā (practice) to overcome mental obstacles and attachments. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Webcast of Swamijis lecture about Meditation from Bratislava, Slovakia on 16th February 2009.

An evening satsang with announcements and a discussion on vegetarianism supported by medical research. "Tomorrow will be nearly the fourth day. So, I was thinking of giving you half a day for free." "Anyone of you or somebody else who would like to control it, so please just go on the internet and type 'British Medical Journal'... 'Plant-Based Diet, Pescetarian Diet and COVID-19 Severity'." Swami Ji addresses the retreat participants, announcing a half-day break for a forest walk and reflecting on the day's practice. He then introduces a guest, Dr. Nemrud Bujakaya, who presents a major study linking plant-based diets to reduced COVID-19 severity. Dr. Vera and another doctor contribute further details and context, leading Swami Ji to conclude with a strong affirmation of vegetarianism as integral to yoga practice. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. n the Ashram the atmosphere is divine. We are happy and believe that coronavirus will go. People can visit countries according to the rules that government says. We can also learn something from remaining home when this rule is applying. Holy scriptures like Bhagavad Gita keeps the strength of the words of Saint's. Shabda means not only our words but sounds of all living beings and nature. Good and bad words can change the atmosphere. We have an ocean of words. Mantra practicing and bhajan singing.

A spiritual discourse on the breath of life, the limits of the body, and destiny. "Our breath is day and night equally, and it is written how many breaths we will have; then it is finished." "Even God cannot prolong. That’s it." The lecturer leads a satsang, exploring the relationship between breath, life, and a predetermined lifespan. He explains that while practices like yoga and prāṇāyāma can make life more comfortable, the ultimate duration is preordained. He illustrates this with an ancient story about a ṛṣi who repeatedly postpones his death to study the Vedas, only to be shown the futility of his endeavor by Dharmarāja. The talk weaves in reflections on the five elements, anecdotes about Czech yogis, and the spiritual nature of the region. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A global address on adopting a yogic lifestyle for health and longevity. "Paradoxically, the more doctors there are, the more people seem to fall ill." "The best medicine is often found in our grandmothers' kitchens. This means we humans must return to a natural way." A spiritual teacher speaks to a worldwide audience, advocating for a return to natural living as an antidote to modern disease. He critiques contemporary eating habits, over-reliance on chemical medicine, and the loss of traditional daily rhythms, emphasizing that the body itself is one's primary religion. He calls on all listeners, regardless of their faith, to become yogis by dedicating themselves to holistic practice and self-care, thereby achieving a long, peaceful, and healthy life. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

An opening address for a Yoga in Daily Life seminar on holistic well-being. "Those who practice Yoga in Daily Life, whether in Europe, America, Australia, or anywhere in the world, were not affected by COVID that much." "If we could learn to follow the moon, then we can control ourselves. There is that which will be and that which will not be, and that is known only through Jyotiṣa." Swami Avatarpuri Ji Maharaj welcomes attendees to the annual gathering at the ashram, reflecting on the challenges of recent years. He discusses the foundational role of Jyotiṣa (Vedic astrology) in understanding health and life events, including marriage compatibility. The talk expands into a holistic view of yoga, covering physical exercise, personalized practice, proper nourishment, and the integration of different medical systems like Āyurveda and allopathy. He offers practical advice for the seminar, such as moderating food intake and practicing prāṇāyāma to maintain energy, and outlines plans for incorporating new elements into the Bārikhāṭu Praṇām practice. Filming location: Bari Khatu, Rajasthan, India

A spiritual discourse on nourishment, habits, and holistic well-being. "If you want to enjoy the taste, then take less into the mouth and chew it well, so the tongue and the whole mouth experience the taste." "That is why many yogīs, many, many, they said: eat less, drink only as needed, and meditate more." The speaker addresses an audience after a spiritual retreat, using the example of eating halušky (dumplings) to discuss the principles of mindful eating, digestion, and respect for food preparers. He expands the topic to contrast ordinary food with 'ān' (divine seed or essence), discusses forming harmonious habits, and cautions against the misuse of substances like alcohol. The talk concludes with well-wishes for the journey home and an invitation for future gatherings. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We should eat less not to be too sleepy. Many people sleep during kryja anusthan meditation. If you eat less your life will be longer and you will be more healthy. Many things changed in the education of children. In the beginning, many people went to yoga in Chechoslovakia. Slowly the whole Yoga in Daily Life system built. Before marrying boys and girls have to eat very sattvic meals to purify her body. Parents should educate their children about spirituality. Young couples would see Jyotish to decide in which constellation would be married. Humans shouldn't kill at all. Up to now, very many people became vegetarian in Europe also. Practising sarva hita asanas and ptanayama.

A spiritual discourse weaving ancient parables with personal reminiscences and teachings on humility and unity. "God Rāma was sitting and watching everyone work... They said to him, 'Bhagavān Rām, you should not place stones below. If you do, then everybody will go deep into the water. Please, Rāma, you sit down, otherwise we all will sink.'" "Holi Gurujī said: 'So world in all and all in one.'" The speaker narrates the story of Lord Rama and the squirrel from the Ramayana to illustrate divine humility and the value of every devotee's effort. He seamlessly transitions to personal memories of his guru, Holī Gurujī, at the ashram, emphasizing the lasting spiritual power of holy places and saints. The talk expands into universal themes, referencing Jesus and the Mahabharata, to counsel against religious possessiveness and to advocate for a humble, kind, and unified approach to spiritual life, seeing the divine in all. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. During last year people could practise yoga individually. Meditation without mala and mantra is not good. We should follow our path. There are many paths but all comes together. Every creature have a path and they know that God has given them everything. Our yoga path is very clear. God gave everything to humans but we lost it. God is sitting in us. We should become one with God. We are human but we completely confused and don't know clearly our path. Mantra is very important which is always with us and show our path

A guided morning yoga and pranayama session from the Yoga in Daily Life system at an ashram retreat. "Relax all the muscles of your right foot without moving; let the relaxation occur in your mind." "On the exhalation, the collarbones lower, the chest is gently pressed, and the belly moves down." An instructor leads a comprehensive practice, beginning with a detailed full-body relaxation in Ananda Asana, followed by instruction on the three-part full yoga breath. The session progresses through gentle supine stretches, core work like Pavanamuktāsana and Navāsana, and concludes with seated pranayama (Nāḍī Śodhana) and a final relaxation. The practice emphasizes conscious movement, breath synchronization, and internal awareness. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A spiritual teacher shares memories and reflections on introducing yoga and bhajans to Czechoslovakia during the communist era. "Concentrate not only on the sound; you know what it means. Because if we know exactly what it means, then we have in our heart, in our brain, in our mind, it is the reality." "They said that our workers should be healthy again thanks to yoga. But what you are singing, something we don’t understand, this is not yoga. I said, yes, it is called sound yoga." Swami Avatarpuri recounts his early experiences teaching yoga and leading bhajan sessions in Czechoslovakia, emphasizing the importance of understanding the devotional songs' meaning. He narrates anecdotes about winter travels, friendly police interactions, and the three rules given to him: not to deal with money/gold, religion, or politics. A disciple interjects to recall the first seminar at the Kopná chalet, noting its spiritual history. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing. Explanation of the role of sleep in our life. In yoganidra, you have to learn. Yoganidra should be led by the teacher with eyes open. Deep water is good, but we can't live in it. Life needs water but water can be dangerous. Inner control of five koshas is important.

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We should eat less not to be too sleepy. Many people sleep during kryja anusthan meditation. If you eat less your life will be longer and you will be more healthy. Many things changed in the education of children. In the beginning, many people went to yoga in Chechoslovakia. Slowly the whole Yoga in Daily Life system built. Before marrying boys and girls have to eat very sattvic meals to purify her body. Parents should educate their children about spirituality. Young couples would see Jyotish to decide in which constellation would be married. Humans shouldn't kill at all. Up to now, very many people became vegetarian in Europe also. Practising sarva hita asanas and ptanayama.

A satsang on the sacred practice of Kriyā and the necessity of the guru's grace. "If I tell them, 'On the day you give up Guru Kṛpā, all sādhanā will be gone,' these people took the Kriyā and after one or two years they were gone." "To become a disciple is not easy, not easy, not easy... we are also on that path of God, supreme, highest, and we are now walking on that path." The lecturer addresses the gathering, emphasizing the gravity of Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna practice and the danger of undertaking it without genuine guru grace. Using metaphors of carrying a flame through a storm and walking a knife's edge, he illustrates the spiritual path's difficulty. He warns against students presuming to teach the technique, comparing it to a nurse performing heart surgery, and stresses that authentic practice comes only through the guru paramparā. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We can realize the proper time of something by Jyotish and by the actual strength of our ida and pingala nadis. In the morning we should think first that we are human. It means I should not do wrong things for others. Nidra means half sleep and half awaken. There are three statuses aware sleep and dream. When you drive a car you have to be always awakened. In yoga nidra there are all three situations. We came from the earth we live in the earth and we shall go to the earth. We need a Guru to give us instructions and taking care of us if we do something wrong. Yoga is that force that consciousness that driver which leads our car which is our body.

An evening satsang on viewing the human body as a divine temple. "Therefore, we humans are the temple of God. We should keep that temple very clean, beautiful, and shining." "And in our temple, God is seated. So do not go elsewhere. God said, 'I am in you.'" The lecturer addresses the global Yoga and Daily Life community, explaining that the physical body is the primary temple housing the soul and divinity. He emphasizes maintaining purity through morning rituals, diet, and thought, and shares practical tips like applying oils to the navel and nostrils for well-being. The talk concludes with prayers and chants to Gurudev. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

"Above neither politics nor this religion, which is also politics. Religion is not spiritual. If that is, then humanity is the highest." "My son, I don’t need anything from you... I remember when you were born, I was with you. And when I will pass away, my son, you should be with me." He emphasizes heart-centered consciousness, family bonds, and being present for loved ones at life's end, concluding with an invitation for others to share their stories. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A closing address and spiritual discourse following a week-long yoga seminar. "In our Yoga in Daily Life, everyone is like brothers and sisters, a family... We are all from this Earth." "Spirituality is purity, kindness, humbleness, ahiṃsā, and respect... Walk on your own path, the path of our tradition." The lecturer addresses participants at the conclusion of a seminar at Mahaprabhuji Deep Ashram. He expresses gratitude for the disciplined and loving community effort, defines spirituality as living virtues, and encourages carrying these principles into daily life and local engagement. He concludes with teachings from the Kākabhatī, emphasizing the importance of a guru, inner energy, and devotion. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A guided yoga practice session from the Yoga in Daily Life system. "Physical relaxation leads to spiritual relaxation. Relaxation is an important element for the proper practice of yogic exercises." "Ānanda Āsana translates as 'the posture of bliss.' Observe how bliss flows throughout your entire body." An instructor leads a comprehensive sequence of postures (āsanas), breathwork (prāṇāyāma), and relaxation. The practice begins and ends with Ānanda Āsana for deep relaxation, and includes abdominal breathing, spinal twists, stretches, and joint mobility exercises while lying, sitting, and standing. The session concludes with a final relaxation and a moment of gratitude. Filming location: UK

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. During last year people could practise yoga individually. Meditation without mala and mantra is not good. We should follow our path. There are many paths but all comes together. Every creature have a path and they know that God has given them everything. Our yoga path is very clear. God gave everything to humans but we lost it. God is sitting in us. We should become one with God. We are human but we completely confused and don't know clearly our path. Mantra is very important which is always with us and show our path

A spiritual teacher shares memories and reflections on introducing yoga and bhajans to Czechoslovakia during the communist era. "Concentrate not only on the sound; you know what it means. Because if we know exactly what it means, then we have in our heart, in our brain, in our mind, it is the reality." "They said that our workers should be healthy again thanks to yoga. But what you are singing, something we don’t understand, this is not yoga. I said, yes, it is called sound yoga." Swami Avatarpuri recounts his early experiences teaching yoga and leading bhajan sessions in Czechoslovakia, emphasizing the importance of understanding the devotional songs' meaning. He narrates anecdotes about winter travels, friendly police interactions, and the three rules given to him: not to deal with money/gold, religion, or politics. A disciple interjects to recall the first seminar at the Kopná chalet, noting its spiritual history. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic