Satsang from Wellington
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Wellington Ashram, New Zealand.
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The human birth
Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness, leading from action to liberation. All beings are bound by the cycle of karma, action and reaction. Humans are born to work out these karmas through body, mind, speech, and wealth. The intellect must be educated with ethics and spirituality to choose rightly. The mind is restless, greedy, and a thief; it gathers information but bears no responsibility—the intellect provides judgment. Various yogas like Karma, Bhakti, and Jñāna are paths, but all aim for the Supreme. Consciousness moves through states of waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Mastery begins with understanding these transitions. Energy flows through channels like Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā, connected to chakras in the body. Practice is essential; theory alone cannot satisfy. Steady the body to steady the mind for meditation. Ultimately, one must act with awareness to avoid creating new karmic bonds and clear existing ones through sādhanā.
"Love never hides. So, with that same love, today we will talk a little about yoga."
"The action is in our hands, but when it’s gone out of our hands, we can’t do anything."
Filming location: New York, USA
Yoga Practice on Vajranāḍī, Sarvahitāsana, and Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma
The practice focuses on Vajranāḍī, Sarvahitāsana, and Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma.
Lie on your stomach and relax. Sit back on your heels with hands on thighs. The Vajranāḍī is a nerve channel. Vajra means powerful like iron. It is located between the big toe and second toe. Vajranāḍī is the body's power source. It resembles a tree with unseen roots. Sitting on the heels, raise them to bring energy to the brain. Place hands on the temples and bite gently. This posture relieves headaches. Sarvahitāsana means good for all nerves and muscles. Practice it daily to refresh circulation and vitality. Simple yoga until life's end makes death easy and happy. For Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma, inhale deeply. Place fingers lightly in the ears. Bite teeth evenly with lips closed. Produce a humming sound, not "viśva." Practice three to five times only. Do it in the morning, midday, and evening. It balances the inner self.
"Vajra means like iron—very powerful, very strong. That Vajranāḍī is the power of our whole body."
"Sarva hita: hita means good for all. The whole body, everything—muscles, nāḍīs."
Filming location: Slovenia
A Gathering at the Mahāprabhū Dīp Satsaṅg
This ashram is a center for yoga, culture, and harmony. It is maintained by devotees and supports the local village. People visit from across Europe and beyond for its peaceful atmosphere, clean air, and spiritual education. We offer teachings on Sanskrit, Indian scriptures, and European culture, maintaining a balance. The foundation promotes a sattvic lifestyle, including vegetarian and vegan food, emphasizing ahimsa. Veganism is a spiritual step to prevent animal suffering, like not taking milk from calves or honey from bees. Similarly, parents should care for their own children rather than use kindergartens. Preserve your native culture and language even when traveling; do not abandon your roots. Each country has its own beautiful culture. Yoga, especially the Sarvahitāsana practice, is the essential science for health of body, mind, and spirit. Practice daily. Avoid white sugar and junk food. You are welcome to visit this home anytime.
"Vegetarian is like a vegan, but more... very straight and very spiritual."
"Yoga is a science of the body, a science of the mind, a science of spirituality, and a science of the best practices."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Practice and Power of Trāṭaka
Trāṭaka is the practice of steady gazing to develop concentration and purify the mind. The best object is a pure ghee lamp flame, though a candle flame, a black dot, or a sacred image are also suitable. Never gaze at your own reflection in a mirror, as it can cause psychic disturbances. Gazing at the rising sun should last only half a minute to protect eyesight. This practice dispels fear, anxiety, and mental impurities, clearing the inner instrument. When performed with discipline every morning and evening for twelve years without a single break, it bestows a siddhi: the gaze becomes pure and merciful, attracting others. However, this attainment is blocked by a negative internal state. The practice awakens Sarasvatī's power in the throat, granting eloquent speech and artistic intuition. It illuminates the inner space, calms mental fluctuations, and aids in awakening the Kuṇḍalinī. It also empowers speech, making words balanced and meaningful, while teaching the importance of non-violence in speech, as verbal wounds are deep and lasting. Full benefit requires a personal Guru Mantra and guidance from a qualified teacher to avoid mental problems. The practical method involves sitting straight, establishing the correct distance to the flame, repeating the mantra, and alternating between external gazing and internal focus on the after-image.
"By practicing Trāṭaka every morning and evening without interruption for twelve years, one attains a siddhi."
"Only Gurudev can remove the darkness of the heart."
Filming location: Australia
