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You are king of your senses
0:50 - 1:42 (52 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Relaxation and thinking about life aim and how to achieve it. The five bodies or koshas. Feeling oneness with the Supreme.
Unity in Diversity
1:45 - 1:58 (13 min)
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A promotional overview of the "Yoga in Daily Life" organization and its global humanitarian and peace initiatives. "Yoga in Daily Life is a system of yoga and meditation designed for health and lifestyle management, based on four main principles: physical health, social health, mental health, and spiritual health." "War arises out of greed for power or difference in religious beliefs. But no matter on what side of the wall someone dies, remember that a member of our human society has lost their life." The video outlines the structure and charitable work of the international Yoga in Daily Life system, founded by Paramahaṁsa Svāmī Māheśvarānanda (Svāmījī). It details local, national, and global projects—from community classes to UN initiatives—and focuses on Svāmījī's advocacy for interfaith dialogue and peace, highlighting a major 2002 conference and a meeting with the Dalai Lama. The message centers on tolerance, unity in diversity, and Gandhian principles.
Around the world - Satsang Mexico
2:00 - 2:38 (38 min)
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Evening satsang with meditation.
Different aspect of discipline
2:45 - 4:05 (80 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. It is always relaxing and beautiful to be here on retreat. Utilize this feeling for spiritual sadhana. Children need fewer toys and more education to learn harmony and understanding. There are three points concerning family life. Discipline is very important to us. The water in different bottles is the same - similarly, Atma is one; Jiva Atma is one.
Part 1: The Science of Yoga and the Awakening of Inner Energy
4:15 - 5:30 (75 min)
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A lecture on the science of Kundalini yoga, consciousness, and world peace. "Yoga is a balancing principle that harmonizes our body, mind, consciousness, emotions, and intellect." "The most terrible tragedy that can befall a human is to die without God-realization. But God-realization cannot take place unless you realize yourself." Swami Maheshwarananda delivers an extensive discourse, beginning with the cosmic origins of yoga and the nature of consciousness. He explains the human energy system, including the 72,000 nadis and eight main chakras, and leads a brief practical demonstration to awaken energy in the palms. The talk covers karma, destiny, the goal of liberation, and concludes with a call for religious tolerance and global harmony, announcing a film from the United Nations. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Evening Satsang from Strilky
4:30 - 5:34 (64 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Guru is Brahma
5:35 - 6:40 (65 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the value of singular focus and devotion to the guru. "If we have, and all of us have, a lot of pictures, we are something like these ten-year-old little guys who try to collect all Pokémons. Our mantra is 'Collect all.'" "Therefore, it is said: 'Dhyāna mūlaṁ guru mūrtiḥ, pūjā mūlaṁ guru padam, mantra mūlaṁ guru vākyaṁ, mokṣa mūlaṁ guru kṛpā.'" The speaker, Swami Vivek Puri, shares reflections from a satsang, emphasizing the spiritual power of focusing on one mantra and one form of the guru. He argues that collecting too many spiritual images dilutes their value and hinders clear visualization at critical moments like death. The talk expands into the profound reverence for the guru's feet (caraṇāmṛta), illustrated with stories from the tradition and the recent awarding of the Yoga Ratna to Vishva Guruji in London. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Manas and family life
6:45 - 7:54 (69 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the centrality of the mind (Manomaya Kośa) and its role in life, relationships, and society. "The center of our life is the Manomaya Kośa." "We have to come back to our Manomaya Kośa." The speaker, addressing a gathering, explains the five sheaths (kośas), focusing on the mental sheath as the seat of desire and perception. He discusses traditional life stages (āśramas), gender roles as expressions of cosmic principles (Puruṣa and Śakti), and the societal consequences of neglecting emotional and spiritual development. He illustrates the power of devotion and perception through a story of Lord Kṛṣṇa, Rukmiṇī, and Rādhā, and concludes by emphasizing mind control as the key to transforming all action into worship. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Wisdom and bhakti of the saints are in the Bhajans
8:00 - 8:55 (55 min)
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Evening satsang, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Explanation of bhajans Hata Chora Mana and Juga Juga Jivo Maheshwarananda. Within bhajans is the knowledge and experience of the saints. Explanation of the bhajan Sabda Sanehi Mhari Jatra. Those who have Guru bhakti are always protected. The story of king Harichandra, Dhruva and Pralad.
Nature of our Atma
9:00 - 10:05 (65 min)
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A spiritual discourse exploring the nature of mental habits (vṛtti) and the soul's (ātmā) oneness with the divine. "Vṛtti is what you are doing. You have good food to eat. But after eating this and that, you go outside to eat some ice cream... So that is a vṛtti." "Below is the ocean, Shiva, and this one drop is Jīva... Now, if this drop falls into the ocean, then this Jīva becomes Shiva." Swami Vishwaguruji addresses a gathering, weaving together teachings on discipline, the nature of the mind, and the ultimate unity of the self. He uses anecdotes, like the reputation of his disciples and a story about a dinner party, to illustrate vṛtti. He then explains the soul's journey using the metaphor of a water droplet returning to the ocean (Śiva), discusses the concept of Svayambhū (self-manifested divinity), and concludes with prayers and mantras emphasizing meditation and inner purity. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
The proper way of teaching Yoga
10:10 - 11:11 (61 min)
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A spiritual discourse offering guidance for yoga teachers and students, emphasizing discipline and the teacher's role. "A yoga teacher practicing Śarabha Āsana—our Śarabha Āsana is about forty-eight or forty-nine years old—and so our exercises and practice were very hard to change." "And the teacher should be the one who takes you into your heart. Into whose heart? The teacher's heart." Swami Ji addresses a gathering, instructing on the necessity of discipline (Aṣṭāṅga Yoga Anuśāsanam) and clear boundaries in yoga teaching. He advises separating students by level, warns against teacher attachment, and critiques the commercialization of practices like Kriyā Yoga. The talk blends practical advice with spiritual commentary, referencing Patañjali and using anecdotes about cultural differences to illustrate the need for focus and respect in practice. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
The Master key
11:15 - 12:31 (76 min)
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A satsang reflecting on learning, concentration, and the student-teacher relationship. "Tons of theory cannot be compared with a gram of practice." "To know how, we have everything, but we have an accident here of our spine... you have to get that inner key from the master." The lecturer addresses attendees after a week of practice and philosophical talks. He questions how much they retained from the lectures, leading to a discussion on the limits of intellectual understanding versus experiential learning. Using stories, analogies like "honey on the elbow," and the parable of a master key in a stone gate, he emphasizes that true knowledge comes from a guru's direct transmission and dedicated practice, not merely scholarly theory. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Manas and family life
12:35 - 13:44 (69 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the centrality of the mind (Manomaya Kośa) and its role in life, relationships, and society. "The center of our life is the Manomaya Kośa." "We have to come back to our Manomaya Kośa." The speaker, addressing a gathering, explains the five sheaths (kośas), focusing on the mental sheath as the seat of desire and perception. He discusses traditional life stages (āśramas), gender roles as expressions of cosmic principles (Puruṣa and Śakti), and the societal consequences of neglecting emotional and spiritual development. He illustrates the power of devotion and perception through a story of Lord Kṛṣṇa, Rukmiṇī, and Rādhā, and concludes by emphasizing mind control as the key to transforming all action into worship. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Guru is Brahma
13:50 - 14:55 (65 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the value of singular focus and devotion to the guru. "If we have, and all of us have, a lot of pictures, we are something like these ten-year-old little guys who try to collect all Pokémons. Our mantra is 'Collect all.'" "Therefore, it is said: 'Dhyāna mūlaṁ guru mūrtiḥ, pūjā mūlaṁ guru padam, mantra mūlaṁ guru vākyaṁ, mokṣa mūlaṁ guru kṛpā.'" The speaker, Swami Vivek Puri, shares reflections from a satsang, emphasizing the spiritual power of focusing on one mantra and one form of the guru. He argues that collecting too many spiritual images dilutes their value and hinders clear visualization at critical moments like death. The talk expands into the profound reverence for the guru's feet (caraṇāmṛta), illustrated with stories from the tradition and the recent awarding of the Yoga Ratna to Vishva Guruji in London. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Practising third level of Yoga in Daily Life System
15:00 - 16:38 (98 min)
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Morning practising. Third part of the System" Yoga in Daily Life" from Mahaprabhudeep Ashram, Strilky, Czech Republic
Follow the Guruvakyas and practice
16:45 - 17:43 (58 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the importance of consistent practice and good company. "You were listening to what they were singing. It was beautiful. We are all on that path." and "If you are not practicing, you will not have success." Swami Ji addresses a gathering after an evening of bhajans. He emphasizes that spiritual development comes from regular practice (sādhanā) and the company one keeps, using the proverb Jaisā kare saṅg, vaisā lāge raṅg. He shares personal anecdotes of his early morning practices with his Guru and warns against neglecting discipline, comparing it to medical treatments that only suppress illness if not fully addressed. The talk covers themes of karma, the human lifespan, and the necessity of following the Guru's guidance. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Swamiji visits High Tatras
17:45 - 17:57 (12 min)
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Swamiji visits High Tatras in Slovakia
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 1
18:00 - 18:24 (24 min)
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A practical cooking demonstration and discussion on vegetarian nutrition for athletes from a yogic perspective. "In our yoga tradition, everyone is vegetarian for moral reasons. For us, ahiṃsā paramo dharma—non-injury is the highest duty." "The foundation of healthy vegetarian cooking is quality ingredients... Higher quality food is better utilized by the body, yielding better results." Swami Avatarpuri, in the kitchen of Sridev Purījī Ashrama, explains the principles of a vegetarian diet tailored for elite sports performance. He emphasizes digestibility, energy provision, and muscle support, highlighting key ingredients like whole grains, tofu, and legumes. The talk covers the medicinal use of spices like turmeric and cumin, addresses protein and vitamin sources, and concludes by framing vegetarianism as a complete and health-supporting lifestyle rooted in the principle of non-harm. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Practise and live disciplined
18:00 - 19:11 (71 min)
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A satsang on the discipline of yoga practice within daily life. "If you have no discipline, even if you are working yoga, practicing 35 years, but if the discipline is not there, then what happens? You go on the wrong way." "Yogaḥ cittavṛtti nirodhaḥ. So this you should purify; everything, then you can go further and further." Swami Madhvanandaji addresses a gathering, emphasizing that authentic yoga requires strict personal discipline (anuśāsana) and the purification of mental fluctuations (citta vṛtti), not just physical postures. He critiques the pursuit of miracles and the tendency to abandon worldly responsibilities, advocating instead for a balanced life of practice within family and society. The talk includes admonishments about maintaining focus during the retreat, avoiding waste, and practical instructions for upcoming Kriya and mantra sessions. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 2
18:30 - 19:03 (33 min)
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A dialogue between two vegetarian athletes about diet, discipline, and performance. "The distrust was great. I wasn't 100% sure whether it would affect my development. Specifically, I have been practicing bodybuilding for the past 17 years." "In our race, we do not have such results... we all do it for ourselves, for our own pleasure, for our own enjoyment, for pushing the boundaries." Hanuman Purī, a bodybuilder, and Govind Purī, a yoga instructor and Ironman triathlete, discuss their journeys to vegetarianism—one through yoga and ethics, the other initially for athletic performance. They detail the practical challenges of plant-based nutrition for sports, addressing protein sourcing, meal timing, and the mental discipline required, while debunking myths about meat being essential for strength or muscle development. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 3
19:10 - 19:33 (23 min)
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A cooking demonstration on preparing specialized vegetarian meals for athletes. "Sports food should not be overly spiced or heavily fried, but it should not be tasteless either." "This preparation, this shake... will be made of almonds, cashews, peanuts, sweetened with raisins, and we will have hazelnuts." The instructor prepares two distinct meals: a vegetable and fava bean dish for bodybuilders, and a whole wheat pasta sauce for endurance athletes, explaining the rationale behind ingredient choices and cooking techniques for optimal digestion and nutrition. The session includes preparing a protein-rich milkshake sweetened with natural ingredients and concludes with a presentation of the finished plates and thanks to the kitchen team. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Meditation with Vishwaguruji from "Yoga for Wellness" Conference, India
19:35 - 19:55 (20 min)
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Vishwaguruji leads a Meditation at the International Conference 'Yoga for Wellness' organized by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India and held at Pravasi Bariyat Kendra in New Delhi. The inaugural session was attended by the Vice President of India.
Vegetarian kitchen in praxis (part 1)
20:00 - 20:53 (53 min)
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A practical cooking seminar on making vegetarian food appealing. "Scientifically, vegetarianism is the best path. But in practice, it is not so simple. We must contemplate how to make it appealing." "A simple way is to slice tofu and fry it in oil... When the tofu or seitan gets a golden crust from roasting, put it into the sauce to gain flavor." Following an introductory talk on the health and environmental rationale for vegetarianism, the speaker's wife leads a practical cooking demonstration. She shows how to prepare flavorful, meat-like dishes using tofu and seitan (wheat gluten), focusing on techniques like pressing tofu, creating spice-infused oils, and using marinades to make the dishes appealing, especially to those accustomed to meat-centric cuisine. The session concludes with a Q&A on food storage and preparation. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Advice for practicing Yoga
21:00 - 21:51 (51 min)
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Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Barcelona, Spain. The body consists of five elements. These element are present within us and outside as well. There are different techniques to purify and balance the elements. We should take care of the body while practicing Yoga. Pranayama is also important to practice. It is said that every breath is counted.
Kapalabhati pranayama
21:55 - 22:48 (53 min)
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Morning Satsang, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. There are blessings, protection and guidance in our mantra. Explanation of the bhajan Milta He Saccha. One life is not enough to study our whole phenomenon. With the help of Gurudev, the divine name, and practice, we tune our frequency closer to the Oneness. In order to reach a high peak, we should not run and we need a guide, one who knows the way by heart and not from GPS! How to practice and utilize kapalabhati pranayama.
Understand and follow your Guruji
22:55 - 23:52 (57 min)
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Morning Satsang from Yoga Summer Retreat from Vep, Hungary. Our path and exercises were designed to help us reach Self-realization. There are commercialized ways of anusthan but the result is not for sure. You should follow and understand the instruction of your Guruji, otherwise, you will go with empty hands. Best place for learning is at the feet of Gurudev. The relation between Atma, Jivatma and Jiva. You will get the light again when Jiva goes again into the heart.
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