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A guided Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep) meditation session. "Yoga Nidra, the sleep of the yogi, is a deep relaxation technique... You remain completely aware, completely relaxed, yet at the same time completely conscious." "At the beginning of Yoga Nidra, you have the opportunity to make a Śaṅkalpa... Make a brief Śaṅkalpa with a short sentence." An instructor guides practitioners through a complete Yoga Nidra practice. The session begins with creating a personal resolution (Śaṅkalpa), followed by a detailed body scan for physical relaxation. The guide then leads awareness to the breath and prāṇa (energy) in the abdominal, chest, and throat areas, incorporating the mantra so'ham. The practice concludes by reaffirming the Śaṅkalpa, gently returning awareness to the room, and ending with a collective chant. Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A satsang discourse on the universal sound of Om and the spiritual practice of surrender. "In India, a name changes with region. In North India, you have Rāma. In Middle India, it becomes Rāma. In South India, it becomes Rāmaṇ." "The easiest option is to let go, put it down, and allow the mind to become peaceful. The happiest thing is simply to let it be, to release it calmly and let it flow." A speaker first explains the universality of Om, linking it to the words 'Amen' and 'Amin', and discusses his work promoting Indian traditional sciences in European parliaments. Swami Maheshvaranand then shares a teaching story about a restless monkey to illustrate how surrendering thoughts leads to peace, emphasizing meditation and devotion to the Guru. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A spiritual discourse on universal oneness and the nature of the divine path. "If a God says, 'Do not worship that God,' then neither is that God right, nor are you good. We have to come to oneness." "The drop is not there. I am not a drop. I am the ocean. Similarly, we are in that condition. But you are still not near the beach of the ocean." The speaker, likely a spiritual teacher, leads a satsang exploring the essential unity of all spiritual paths and deities. He emphasizes that a true guru or God would never forbid the worship of another, advocating for a non-sectarian devotion. Using metaphors like a drop merging into the ocean and the irreversible flight of an airplane, he discusses the preciousness of time, the journey of the soul, and the nature of prana (life force) as both a suffering entity and a divine connection. The talk weaves between philosophical points, practical advice, and anecdotal reflections, concluding with a call for inner purity and an end to religious duality. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A satsang discourse on dharma, spiritual practice, and the importance of community. "We always try to find the shortcuts, and we always try to find the easy way out." "In the satsaṅg, on the full moon, usually we listen to Guru Gītā. Try to really listen to Guru Gītā. I have listened to Guru Gītā for more than 40 years, and I must say that every time I hear something new inside." Following traditional invocations, a speaker addresses a gathering, weaving teachings on personal duty (dharma) with illustrative stories, including a sādhu persistently saving a scorpion and Nārada's lesson from Lord Viṣṇu. The talk emphasizes perseverance in one's path, learning from failures, and the critical role of regular satsang and deep, repetitive study of core teachings like the Guru Gītā over seeking novel techniques. A letter from the Indian Prime Minister congratulating the opening of Om Ashram is read. The session includes chanting and concludes with a universal peace mantra and final salutations. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A spiritual discourse on the science of prāṇa and holistic health. "You should look in our yoga book, as well as in Hidden Powers in Humans. Ten prāṇas are described: Prāṇa and Upaprāṇa." "Systematically, when we do the prāṇāyāmas and āsanas, then meditation must be, because many things are affected by the reaction of the brain centers." Following an opening chant, The lecturer delivers a teaching on the vital energies, or prāṇas, that govern bodily functions. He explains the roles of Prāṇa and Apāna, links physical ailments like constipation to prānic imbalances, and advocates for yoga, prāṇāyāma, and a vegetarian diet as foundational practices. The talk includes critiques of over-reliance on allopathic medicine, illustrated by an anecdote about a milk-drinking cow, and emphasizes practical application over intellectual knowledge. Filming location: Bratislava, Slovakia

Satsang with Swami Gajanand from Strilky, Czech Republic.

A satsang discourse on spiritual equality, service, and the soul's journey. "Everyone, without exception, is equal in the eyes of our Gurujī, Mahāprabhujī." "And when this ātmā, the soul, will go, then it is completely there. There is nothing; there is only one." The lecturer addresses the community, emphasizing that all disciples—regardless of background or role—should be included in practices like pūjā. He teaches that service and respect form a spiritual family, illustrates oneness with an ocean metaphor for the soul, and shares an anecdote about Holy Gurujī and Mahāprabhujī to illustrate humble service. Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A spiritual discourse on the unity of yoga and the soul's journey. "Yoga is not only physical, for the physical body, or just breath and concentration, etc. Yoga is very far-reaching." "I said, your soul, your ātmā in you is your God." A teacher addresses a gathering, explaining that all forms of yoga are one and that practice is a lifelong endeavor. He describes the soul's cyclical journey through 8.4 million life forms, the divine nature within each person, and the ultimate aim of merging with the cosmic consciousness. He concludes with a practical morning ritual, encouraging attendees to affirm "I am human" upon waking. Filming location: Slovenia

A satsang addressing practical yogic living and dietary discipline. "If you really want to do your yoga sādhānā, then, first control over your tongue, the test. You will see that 90% of all difficulties in your body will disappear." "Yoga begins with discipline. Atha yoga anuśāsana." Swami Satyananda Saraswati answers questions from attendees, first offering advice on starting a yogic farm community in Hungary. He then delivers a core teaching on foundational spiritual practice, emphasizing strict dietary control (limited intake, no snacking, avoidance of processed foods and alcohol) as the primary step for health, discipline, and preparing for meditation. He expands on the importance of satsang, prāṇāyāma, and consuming local, organic, seasonal foods, using soy cultivation and an anecdote about Australian milk regulations as cautionary examples. Filming location: Debrecen, Hungary

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Singing Bhajans. Day by day Atma is going on the right path of purification when we are aware of Oneness. One day the bird will fly away from the worldly nest, to find the shelter near Gurudev. To sing bhajan is not enough, we should understand and realize its meaning. Translation of Bhajan written by Sri Mangilalji.

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Singing bhajan Yogi jano ki Yoga Nidra. Bhajans sometimes are like meditation. We are awakened but in that state, it is very good to do yoga nidra or sing bhajans. There is a difference between yogi and rogi. The story of a great yogi and a young girl in Jaipur. The other story of an Italian professor and Vishwaguruji. The story of why Vishwaguruji changed the name of savasana to anandasana. Practising relaxation and bhramari pranayama.

A spiritual discourse on the unity of consciousness, the elements, and the nature of the guru. "And so it is that we are never separate. We are always with one and one and one." "You are all guru. Guru means who is giving us. What means giving us? Training, etc." An elder teacher addresses a gathering, weaving together cosmological concepts of Śiva and Śakti, the five elements, and the pervasive presence of the ātmā (soul). He explains fundamental oneness using the metaphor of a drop merging with the ocean, and expansively defines the guru as any source of knowledge, from a parent to a driving instructor. The talk touches on comparative religion, personal anecdotes, and concludes with an invitation for future meditation. Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A spiritual discourse on the unity of yoga and the soul's journey. "Yoga is not only physical, for the physical body, or just breath and concentration, etc. Yoga is very far-reaching." "I said, your soul, your ātmā in you is your God." A teacher addresses a gathering, explaining that all forms of yoga are one and that practice is a lifelong endeavor. He describes the soul's cyclical journey through 8.4 million life forms, the divine nature within each person, and the ultimate aim of merging with the cosmic consciousness. He concludes with a practical morning ritual, encouraging attendees to affirm "I am human" upon waking. Filming location: Slovenia

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We are in a boat and should trust the captain, who is our guide, Gurudev. There are four kripas for us. Deva kripa, sastra kripa, Guru kripa, Kudki kripa. A Guru shows us the way, but we should decide whether to follow him or not. Our good karmas of past lives made it possible to have a Guru. Nothing is permanent in this world, only the bond between us and Gurudev. Sri Phulpuriji's story from his childhood. It is the 36th birthday of Sri Phulpiriji. There is Vishwaguruji's energy in every tree and stone in Strilky Ashram.

A discourse on the festival of Diwali and the return of Lord Rama. "Today is the holy day of Dīvālī, the festival associated with the Rāmāyaṇa and Bhagavān Śrī Rām." "Dīvālī is a festival of light and a festival of spirituality." Swami Niranjan Puri gives a satsang for Diwali, narrating the story of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya and the celebrations of light and love that followed. He explains the spiritual significance of heart-to-heart connection, gift-giving, and brotherhood, drawing from the Ramayana and cross-cultural traditions. A disciple from the Czech Republic then elaborates on Diwali traditions within their ashram and the spiritual importance of Amavasya (new moon) days throughout the year. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A morning satsang on simplicity, renunciation, and devotion. "Life is simple. No need to complicate it. We just need two pieces of cloth, or even one." "If you have true Guru Bhakti, if you have true dedication towards your Guru, if you believe in Him, then you will eventually get what you are waiting for." The lecturer begins by demonstrating the traditional gati cloth worn by sadhus, explaining its symbolism and the meaning of the tripuṇḍ tilak. He shares a parable about a jealous priest and a magical conch to illustrate the folly of envy. The discourse then explores the life of Gautama Buddha as an exemplar of renunciation and dedication, followed by a story of the disciple Giri's devotion to Adi Shankaracharya. The session includes Sanskrit chants and concludes with a bhajan. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky. Including bhajan "Ho Guru Sukha Dama Swami"

Morning satsang with Viswhaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky. Including He Nata Aba To, Itna to Karana Guruji

A devotional discourse on the power of the divine name and Guru's grace. "For the beings of the world—the jīvas and jinn—His name itself is the boat to cross the ocean of existence." "By always contemplating His name with grace, desire, anger, and greed are cut down." The speaker offers praise to Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī, described as a divine incarnation. The central theme is that constant remembrance and contemplation of this divine name serves as a vehicle for liberation, protecting devotees from worldly afflictions and illusion, and immersing them in divine absorption. The Guru's grace is presented as the essential means for this crossing. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky, including Dhyan Karo and Kyu Rakhte Ho Parada Ham Se

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing fron Strilky. Ab Sop Diya, Aba Hama

A devotee shares an interpretation and sings a devotional bhajan. "I was wandering around the world. I searched the entire world but could not find a friend like Gurudev." "Satguru āye, mera mana harṣāye. Dhanyabhāga mere Satguru āye. (My Satguru has come, my mind is delighted. Fortunate am I, my Satguru has come.)" The speaker expresses a deep longing for the Guru, offering a personal interpretation of a hymn's meaning before clarifying it is not a proper translation. He then sings the bhajan "Dhania Bagha Mere Sat Guru Aya," which praises the arrival of the Satguru and the joy and liberation it brings. The session concludes with extended devotional chanting. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Evening satsang from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing from Vep.

A satsang on integrating yoga into daily life for natural beauty and health. "If you want to see the beauty of life, then do not put color in your hair. Why do we put color? There must be some desire we still have." "Yoga regenerates our body, the cells, our skin. It is great support for our gland systems, organs, and blood circulation." The lecturer addresses a gathering, using the colorful autumn landscape as a metaphor for accepting the natural aging process. He advises reducing chemical cosmetics and processed foods, advocating instead for daily yoga practice, natural oils, and a balanced diet including ghee and sugar in moderation. He shares personal anecdotes about breaking dependency on skin cream and discusses the health impacts of diet, concluding with well-wishes for the Diwali season and his travel plans. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A spiritual discourse on universal oneness and the nature of the divine path. "If a God says, 'Do not worship that God,' then neither is that God right, nor are you good. We have to come to oneness." "The drop is not there. I am not a drop. I am the ocean. Similarly, we are in that condition. But you are still not near the beach of the ocean." The speaker, likely a spiritual teacher, leads a satsang exploring the essential unity of all spiritual paths and deities. He emphasizes that a true guru or God would never forbid the worship of another, advocating for a non-sectarian devotion. Using metaphors like a drop merging into the ocean and the irreversible flight of an airplane, he discusses the preciousness of time, the journey of the soul, and the nature of prana (life force) as both a suffering entity and a divine connection. The talk weaves between philosophical points, practical advice, and anecdotal reflections, concluding with a call for inner purity and an end to religious duality. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A spiritual discourse on the five sheaths (kośas) and the impact of nourishment. "Jaisā khāī annā, vaisā rahe man—what kind of nourishment or food you are eating—like that will turn your mind." "So first is the physical nourishment, Annamaya Kośa... What kind of food you will eat, like that will be your mentality." Swami Ji explains the five layers of human existence, beginning with the food sheath (Annamaya Kośa). He emphasizes how diet shapes one's energy, mind, and consciousness, weaving in critiques of modern food systems, historical anecdotes about pre-industrial community life, and cautionary tales about arguing with a spiritual master. The talk uses the symbol of the crocodile in the Svādhiṣṭhāna chakra to represent destructive emotions. Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand

A spiritual seminar on the guru-disciple relationship and spiritual practice. "Guru Kṛpā Hi Kevalam—the Gurudeva's blessings. And śiṣya kī ānanda maṅgalam. The disciples have happiness, joy." "When we get mantra, guru mantra, then you should have that cloth. We are also going through the mantra. Then it means you have already taken your seat." A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering, expounding on the principle that the guru's grace is everything and the disciple's state is one of auspicious joy. He discusses the nature of a true guru, the importance of the guru lineage (paramparā), and the correct use of a personal meditation seat (āsana). He shares a story about two disciples to illustrate the importance of following a guru's instructions without mental attachment, and concludes with practical advice for daily practice. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

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

Evening satsang from Yoga Summer Retreat from Strilky, Czech Republic. Sri Ram Jay Ram kirtan singing by Swami Madhuram.