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The inner light and the practice of trāṭak reveal the soul's journey. The soul enters the body like a seed finding its place, guided by an inner light from the navel. This light is the jīva, the soul itself, present in all creation. Every seed, tree, and creature possesses inner eyes that seek their destined path through concentration. This seeking is trāṭak. The story of a guru saving a devotee at sea illustrates the power of this inner connection. The guru's astral body traveled and returned through the navel center, or nābhi, demonstrating that true sight is inward. All external vision is secondary to this inner light, which connects the individual soul to the universal. "Every seed again gives eyes to the roots." "Trāṭak of the nābhi and Gurujī came." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is an endless path of connection and expansion beyond all limits. Yoga is not merely exercises. Each breath and every cell in the body is a living yoga, a universe in itself. The physical body contains all elements—earth, fire, water, air, and space—mirroring the cosmos. This constant movement is yoga. Therefore, yoga is endless, ever-expanding, with no completion. This expansion and contraction is Śiva, present in all beings, beyond religion or nation. The spiritual journey is like ocean waves seeking to expand endlessly but being pulled back by the shore, or like water evaporating only to fall again as rain. This returning force is attachment, a binding rope that prevents liberation. Practice is essential to go within. Chakras exist throughout the body and universe, but seeking powers is not their purpose. The true guru is not merely physical but is the inner guide, the ātmā. The cosmic principles of Śiva, Viṣṇu, and Brahmā change cyclically. The final door is to sit, let the ātmā be, and follow the breath without force. Inhaling and exhaling is the path; the prāṇa knows all. Meditate with awareness of the breath and the guru within. "Each and every breath in our body is a yoga." "Yoga means connecting." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A clear aim is essential to prevent the intellect from becoming a destructive distraction. Without a definite purpose, the mind wavers among endless possibilities, changing direction with every new suggestion. This lack of clarity makes one susceptible to external influences and gossip, which act like poison, spoiling spiritual practice as lemon curdles milk. Negative talk and jealousy introduce destructive thoughts that can damage years of spiritual effort. One must therefore cultivate an intensive, unwavering aim and avoid all sources of negative influence. Protect your consciousness from harmful information that creates doubt and disturbs your peace. Spiritual progress requires guarding the mind and maintaining humility, allowing the intellect to become a supportive tool rather than an obstacle. "Your aim must be very clear, intensive, and good. Nothing should be able to change you." "One stupid thought, one stupid person, can destroy all your spiritual sādhanā." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 180a

The global family of yoga practices Sarvahitāsana for universal benefit. Practitioners worldwide integrate sattvic food and spirituality into daily life. During this time, families are together at home, sharing education and peace. Sarvahitāsana is a beneficial, adaptable practice for all, regardless of age or ability. One can sit on a chair, sofa, or floor. The body is the temple, and the soul within is the living God. Care for the body through pure nourishment and Hatha Yoga techniques ensures health and a long life. Practices like jala dhauti and sūtra dhauti cleanse the stomach and intestines. Hatha in yoga is not negative force but dedicated practice. "God is our ātmā, our soul in our body." "Our body is our temple, and God is our ātmā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The divine principle is immanent within the natural order and our own being. The sun is a constant divine presence, essential for life; without its balance with the moon, earthly stability would fail. This cosmic balance mirrors the delicate equilibrium within our own bodies, where each organ is vital. To deny the divine nature of these elements is a form of blindness. The divine is not a separate, distant figure but is present in all things—the sun, moon, earth, and within ourselves. Argument over the form or name of God is futile and leads only to spiritual disease. Realization comes from understanding this inherent divinity in everything, returning fully to the sacred earth that supports all life without judgment. All names point to the same one reality. "Within two days, if the sun does not rise, we will be finished. And if we are not balancing this moon, then everything will fall down." "Therefore, let all go as they are going, but those who have the realization, they understand again, come completely down to the earth." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of Śaṅkha Prakṣālana cleanses the digestive system. This technique uses warm salt water and specific postures. The process must be guided by a knowledgeable teacher. Begin on an empty morning stomach after fasting from sunset. Drink a quarter liter of warm salt water. Then perform a sequence of five postures including Tāḍāsana and twisting motions. Repeat this cycle of drinking and moving. The water will pass through and cleanse the intestines. Afterwards, rinse the mouth and nostrils with unsalted water. Then rest deeply for at least forty-five minutes. A strict diet must follow the practice. The first meal must be kicharī made from rice, mung dāl, ghee, salt, and turmeric. Avoid meat, alcohol, raw food, and tobacco for the prescribed period. This practice should not be done in extreme weather. Refer to the book for complete instructions and photographs. "Śaṅkha means the conch shell, and Prakṣālana means cleaning or washing." "If you cannot follow the diet, then please do not do it." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Satsaṅga is the association with truth and the gathering of the virtuous. 'Sat' means truth, God, purity, and the divine place. 'Kuśaṅga' is negative association, marked by anger and fear. Satsaṅga is to be with all in oneness, creating peace and harmony. It is like birds from different directions gathering at one tree in the evening. Diverse individuals come together in kindness, beyond country or religion. Life in an ashram exemplifies this unity through shared work, meditation, and care. The cook, like a mother, provides for all without judgment. Observing a flock of sheep reveals harmony, as mothers and young reunite in peace. A fruit tree offers its bounty to all, its branches lowering to give. A family spanning generations represents the five sheaths of being, living in joyful unity. Without Satsaṅga, there is Kuśaṅga, leading to negativity and separation. Prayer and bhajan sung together forge this oneness. "Satsaṅg is the way to the cosmic self." "One in all and all in one." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Our journey is a spiritual ascent and return toward the Cosmic Self. Life is a journey from the womb toward the Supreme. We accumulate experiences as we grow. Reaching a peak is like a Himalayan summit, a point of clarity before the descent back down. This cycle mirrors life: we learn to stand, then in age, we return downward. The body and elements are temporary; only the soul continues. God, who is singular and pervasive like the sky, provides our time and space. The ultimate destination is merging with the ocean of Brahman, becoming the endless Cosmic Self. Therefore, consistent practice is essential. Yoga is the paramount path for this union, and it is inherent in all life. Animals instinctively perform their own yoga through movement and cleansing. Humans learn postures from observing animals, proving yoga is for all creatures. Our daily work and exercises are also forms of yoga. The goal is for all expanded existence to melt back into oneness, like elements in a volcano. Through disciplined practice and techniques like Agnisāra, we progress. "One in all and all in one." "Yoga is for all creatures." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The tradition of prayer and reverence sustains all life. We live by the grace of saints, prayers, and sacred places. This practice comes from the divine and is universal, expressed in greetings like "Namaste." Prayer is essential, whether directed toward a form or the formless. Respect begins with mother and father, extends to elders and teachers, and culminates in reverence for the spiritual guide. This sequence is the first step toward the Cosmic Self. All creatures seek to give and receive; this exchange is yoga. Life is fleeting, so we must act, purify ourselves, and practice diligently. Yoga in daily life means consistent practice, which brings health, happiness, and longevity. "Both are good, but while we are in this world, we need all these objects." "Guru is Brahmā, Guru is Viṣṇu, Guru is Deva Maheśvara, and Guru is everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is widely misunderstood as merely physical postures, yet it is a profound spiritual path requiring direct guidance. Many seek only its external forms, but true practice involves the subtle channels of energy and consciousness. Learning from brief trainings or distant sources provides incomplete, theoretical knowledge. Just as a child needs a mother's physical presence, a student requires a living teacher's direct transmission to embody the teachings. Yoga is a continuous journey of learning that does not end with a certificate. Without a guide present, practice remains partial and can even be hazardous. The essence is realized through personal relationship and practical training, not through books or screens alone. "Learning from a book or from a screen at home is dry knowledge." "To complete it, you must be present with a teacher." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of yoga and discipline aligns the practitioner with the divine. All spiritual beings become the God they worship, regardless of religion. Creatures of the dawn awaken for a higher purpose, while those active only in darkness engage in negative actions. Humans should emulate the discipline of the dawn, rising early for practice like the military, to restore balance. True yogic practice extends beyond physical postures to deeper spiritual levels. Great masters from India's lineage demonstrate profound spiritual power, performing miracles like restoring life. This land is considered divine. The current time is an opportunity to stay home with family and cultivate compassion, which is the root of all religion. "All those who are spiritual, those who are ceremonious, they are that God which they worship." "Dayā, dharma kā mūla hai. Pāpa mūla abhimāna." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The divine union of Śiva and Śakti is the fundamental principle of creation. Everything originates from the endless space, containing all five elements. From this emerged Śiva, who then manifested Śakti, the dynamic power. All existence contains both these principles within; the male holds the female energy and the female holds the male. This inner Śakti is our vital prāṇa. Through yoga, born from Śiva's movements, one can raise and unite this energy. If this power is not preserved, it dissipates. The story of Śiva's mala of skulls illustrates the consequence of separation. He guards the remains of those śaktis who were lost due to error and duality. The power must be maintained within, for Śiva and Śakti are ultimately one. "Everything, everything that is on our earth is divided into two principles." "In our body, we have the Śiva. And we have the Śakti in our body too." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of Trāṭaka extends beyond external gaze to the awakening of inner vision. We clean the physical eyes with Triphalā to prepare. Yet true sight is internal. Most practitioners sit for meditation with closed eyes but lack the technique to see inwardly, like a blind person missing a door while distracted. This inner Trāṭaka is not theoretical; it requires a guru's practical guidance on the subtle channels—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumnā—and centers like the trikuṭī. It is a disciplined focus, akin to a pilot flying by instruments or an archer hitting a target by looking at its reflection. The guru's gaze upon the disciple and the disciple's focused gaze upon the teaching are one. Mastery comes from prolonged practice, not mere intellectual knowledge. "Almost all yoga practitioners do inner Trāṭaka without knowing it." "If you can shoot your arrow, then you are perfect in your Trāṭaka." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The ātmā's journey seeks peace beyond the temporary body. All beings, in any body, search for peace and harmony. We attach to this form, believing it to be permanent, working hard for it and fearing its end. Yet, upon leaving, nothing material accompanies the soul—not house, property, or family. The separation is absolute. Great beings demonstrate rising above bodily pain, understanding the ātmā is distinct. The soul departs swiftly, like a falling star. Ultimately, we are not this body; the true self is a spotless, awakened consciousness within the heart, present in all movable and immovable life. This inner truth is the only reality. "When we go out of the body, nothing. We cannot even touch anything." "Our soul goes like that; it goes out. He doesn't want, my God, how much I was suffering in this body." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is a complete spiritual path beyond physical exercise. We must remain vigilant and protective during this pandemic, praying for all beings. Yoga's true essence is found in ancient teachings and sāttvic living, not merely in postures. India is a sacred land of incarnations, yet every country is holy, as all earth is one Mother. We must transcend divisions, see the one God in all traditions, and live with love and forgiveness. The current times demand inner spiritual work, not external ritual. True yoga leads to the soul, confronting mortality and ethical living, like the sacredness of the body and organ donation. Become a yogī who gives and embodies this wholeness. "Yoga is not only āsanas and prāṇāyāmas. Yes, this is gymnastics." "Therefore, yoga leads to everyone. First, to health, and not only physical. Not only mental, but spiritualities in the soul." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practicing of the system "Yoga in Daily Life", Level 3 - Part 1, in Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India on 27th of October 2009.

The tradition of prayer and reverence sustains all life. We live by the grace of saints, prayers, and sacred places. This practice comes from the divine and is universal, expressed in greetings like "Namaste." Prayer is essential, whether directed toward a form or the formless. Respect begins with mother and father, extends to elders and teachers, and culminates in reverence for the spiritual guide. This sequence is the first step toward the Cosmic Self. All creatures seek to give and receive; this exchange is yoga. Life is fleeting, so we must act, purify ourselves, and practice diligently. Yoga in daily life means consistent practice, which brings health, happiness, and longevity. "Both are good, but while we are in this world, we need all these objects." "Guru is Brahmā, Guru is Viṣṇu, Guru is Deva Maheśvara, and Guru is everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. We are not connected to the time. There is only oneness in the oneness. The best way is yoga. Do not meditate on outer things. The development will come by practicing. Shiva puja gives calmness. It is very important how to worship Gurupurnima, tomorrow we are going to show it.

The inner flame of life is the vital energy within, distinct from physical fire. This prāṇic flame is the essence of consciousness through waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Even in blindness, an inner light perceives through vibration and voice. When the body sleeps or tires, this light dims but retreats into the ātmā, never extinguished. The flame can appear to depart at death, yet life may linger as seen in a bird revived. One must care for this flame through practices like trāṭak and Hatha Yoga, feeding it with sustenance. Great yogis remain awake in meditation even as others sleep, navigating states of consciousness. The soul's journey continues beyond the body, like a flame moving far away. "Where the lamp is gone. And where the flame is gone. That has gone into our ātmā." "Others are awakened, and the yogīs are meditating. And others, they are sleeping. And the yogī is awakened." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Trāṭaka is a yogic gazing technique for eye care and subtle awakening. It involves fixing the gaze on a single point like a flame or a black spot. This practice can lead to perceiving inner light, but these sensations are physiological, not spiritual revelations. The eyes are extremely sensitive. While the technique is powerful, it carries risk without proper guidance. One must first consult a qualified eye doctor to understand the condition of their eyes. Medical knowledge is essential. For general eye health, a daily wash with filtered Triphalā water is a safe and beneficial Āyurvedic practice. Simple remedies like cold compresses can relieve tiredness. Always seek a yoga teacher with deep practical experience, not just theoretical knowledge. Balance respect for yogic tradition with modern medical care. "If the eyes are gone, it is said life is gone." "First speak with a good eye doctor." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Trāṭak is the practice of gazing on a single point. It is a foundational technique within Haṭha Yoga for developing concentration and vision. Correct practice strengthens the eyes, but error can cause harm, so guidance from a thoroughly trained teacher is essential. One method is to gaze at the toes with legs stretched, focusing between both big toes until they merge into one point. Another is to sit straight, extend one arm, and focus on the thumb held at the correct distance from the chest to keep the eyeballs relaxed. This practice has two forms: with open eyes and with closed eyes. True mastery requires years under a living master's guidance, not short courses. Advanced practice can lead to perception of inner light and deeper spiritual channels. It is a powerful tool, as demonstrated by stories of sages who could see across great distances and by its potential to influence conditions like bedwetting through concentrated focus. "Gazing on one point to know how our eyesight is." "Practice this yoga, yoga karmasukauśalam. That is very important." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The inner light and the practice of trāṭak reveal the soul's journey. The soul enters the body like a seed finding its place, guided by an inner light from the navel. This light is the jīva, the soul itself, present in all creation. Every seed, tree, and creature possesses inner eyes that seek their destined path through concentration. This seeking is trāṭak. The story of a guru saving a devotee at sea illustrates the power of this inner connection. The guru's astral body traveled and returned through the navel center, or nābhi, demonstrating that true sight is inward. All external vision is secondary to this inner light, which connects the individual soul to the universal. "Every seed again gives eyes to the roots." "Trāṭak of the nābhi and Gurujī came." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

This is the time to return to our inner self. Humans work very hard externally, constructing roads and buildings, often with environmental cost. This external endeavor is great, but we work too hard outside. If we worked on our inner body for one or two hours daily, that would be very good. Yoga is that inner engineering. It is not merely external exercise but acting for the whole world from within. The techniques are already within, showing how the body is continually made better. Yoga practice gives exercises for the inner body, leading to peace and harmony. The difference is we often do too much externally while neglecting the inner self. "We humans work too hard externally. If we worked on our inner body for one or two hours each day, that would be very, very good." "Yoga is the engineer, not a human. The techniques of yoga, all that God has made, are already within." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A pilgrimage is a journey of the heart to purify oneself at a holy place. I have been here for three months, observing the great atmosphere and disciplined bhaktas. We welcome you to this beautiful day at our āśram. Many came from various countries, all respectful and healthy. Our programs and satsaṅgs were successful, with space for hundreds while maintaining distance. I feel great devotion and recall our pilgrimage to the Himalayas. We traveled with hearts full of longing to step on India's holy soil, to see the Gaṅgā, which is more than a river—it is a mother. We journeyed to Badrinath and toward Alakpurījī's cave, where the terrain was harsh but the bhaktas' feeling was pure love and unity, beyond comfort or facility. The essence is bhakti—devotion is all one needs, not material wealth. We ask our Gurudev to be with us as we make our prayer. "One who goes to the holy place... they are going from the heart, and they are making their heart pure." "Dear Gurudev, give me only devotion... Money is nothing, money goes out of the hands, it will come again, but in the heart... I need the bhakti." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is a discipline of immediate action and purification. It connects one with inner determination and the effort to achieve well-being. The practice begins now, not later, to overcome laziness. Its core techniques cleanse the body: netī, dhautī, bastī, naulī, and kapālabhāti. Kapālabhāti specifically purifies the head region through forceful exhalation. This practice must be approached gradually and under guidance, especially if health conditions exist. It brings a pleasant sensation and regulates the heartbeat. Haṭha Yoga is distinct from āsana practice; it prepares the body for health. All yoga techniques are valuable, but daily practice is essential, just as daily nourishment is required. Currently, avoid forceful prāṇāyāma like kapālabhāti in group settings due to health precautions. "‘Ata’ means just now—not tomorrow, not in an hour, but immediately." "Kapālabhāti is a very powerful prāṇāyāma technique. That is why it is called Haṭha Yoga—because we must do it with some power." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Our journey is a spiritual ascent and return toward the Cosmic Self. Life is a journey from the womb toward the Supreme. We accumulate experiences as we grow. Reaching a peak is like a Himalayan summit, a point of clarity before the descent back down. This cycle mirrors life: we learn to stand, then in age, we return downward. The body and elements are temporary; only the soul continues. God, who is singular and pervasive like the sky, provides our time and space. The ultimate destination is merging with the ocean of Brahman, becoming the endless Cosmic Self. Therefore, consistent practice is essential. Yoga is the paramount path for this union, and it is inherent in all life. Animals instinctively perform their own yoga through movement and cleansing. Humans learn postures from observing animals, proving yoga is for all creatures. Our daily work and exercises are also forms of yoga. The goal is for all expanded existence to melt back into oneness, like elements in a volcano. Through disciplined practice and techniques like Agnisāra, we progress. "One in all and all in one." "Yoga is for all creatures." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is the purification of body, mind, and soul. This purification permeates the entire human being. Every creature has its own connection to God. A purified yogī attracts animals and birds, as described in ancient songs. This practice also represents cosmic principles. There are two kinds of Haṭha Yoga: one is the inner purification, and the other is the external conflict seen in fighting. The elements and deities are all part of this understanding. The goal is to give up force and join in union. The impermanent self is like a candle flame, but the true light within is Brahman. The living guru embodies the divine principle for guidance. "Haṭha Yoga is the purification of our body, mind, and ātmā." "Give up that kind of forceful striving. And this light is not our physical light." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of Śaṅkha Prakṣālana cleanses the digestive system. This technique uses warm salt water and specific postures. The process must be guided by a knowledgeable teacher. Begin on an empty morning stomach after fasting from sunset. Drink a quarter liter of warm salt water. Then perform a sequence of five postures including Tāḍāsana and twisting motions. Repeat this cycle of drinking and moving. The water will pass through and cleanse the intestines. Afterwards, rinse the mouth and nostrils with unsalted water. Then rest deeply for at least forty-five minutes. A strict diet must follow the practice. The first meal must be kicharī made from rice, mung dāl, ghee, salt, and turmeric. Avoid meat, alcohol, raw food, and tobacco for the prescribed period. This practice should not be done in extreme weather. Refer to the book for complete instructions and photographs. "Śaṅkha means the conch shell, and Prakṣālana means cleaning or washing." "If you cannot follow the diet, then please do not do it." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is the universal path connecting the individual to the cosmic Self through Śiva. Haṭha Yoga is a primary means to reach this state, placing practitioners under Śiva's protection. The mantra "Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya" purifies the entire being; even the shortened "Śiv" aligns with the heartbeat, embedding the divine within. Specific temples house unique Śiva liṅgams, sources of great blessing. Consecrating a dwelling through ceremony is essential to invite positive energy and avoid negative influences. The story of Viṣṇu offering lotus flowers illustrates complete devotion, where the sacrifice of one's own eye fulfills the practice. True vision, Kamalnayan, arises from inner purity cultivated through sādhanā. This purification is the essence of the path. "Śiva is in each and every cell of our body; He is everywhere." "Where there is purity inside, then it is beautiful." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The divine principle is immanent within the natural order and our own being. The sun is a constant divine presence, essential for life; without its balance with the moon, earthly stability would fail. This cosmic balance mirrors the delicate equilibrium within our own bodies, where each organ is vital. To deny the divine nature of these elements is a form of blindness. The divine is not a separate, distant figure but is present in all things—the sun, moon, earth, and within ourselves. Argument over the form or name of God is futile and leads only to spiritual disease. Realization comes from understanding this inherent divinity in everything, returning fully to the sacred earth that supports all life without judgment. All names point to the same one reality. "Within two days, if the sun does not rise, we will be finished. And if we are not balancing this moon, then everything will fall down." "Therefore, let all go as they are going, but those who have the realization, they understand again, come completely down to the earth." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga and meditation can improve quality of life for cancer patients when used alongside standard medical care, not as a cure. Studies show yogic interventions, including specific āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and meditation, help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in patients. This improves their sense of well-being during treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. However, evidence does not support claims that yoga cures cancer. Such false promises are harmful, causing patients to delay effective treatment until their disease becomes advanced and incurable. The principle must be welfare of all, first doing no harm. Yoga is applicable at all stages: for primary prevention through lifestyle, secondary prevention via early diagnosis, and tertiary care to alleviate suffering in advanced disease. More robust, large-scale studies are needed to confirm benefits and identify the most effective techniques. "Please do not give a false hope that your cancer will be cured." "Yogic intervention helps in relieving the stress level of patients and thereby improves their sleep." Filming location: Delhi, India