Chandra Bhedan Pranayam
Prāṇāyāma is a vital science for harmonizing body, mind, and soul. Many practitioners are unfamiliar with yogic terms like prāṇāyāma, mistaking yoga for mere physical exercise. A complete system includes āsanas, breathwork, and meditation for holistic health. Prāṇa is life force, inhaled through the entire body, not just the nostrils. The mind's principle is the moon, symbolizing emotion and change. Prāṇāyāma practice begins with the left nostril, associated with the iḍā nāḍī and the moon, to calm emotions, reduce anxiety, and prevent psychic blockages. This practice balances the subtle energies, supports heart health, and develops concentration. Proper technique requires a straight posture without shoulder movement. Mastery leads to deeper practices like svara yoga, aligning breath with spiritual awareness.
"Prāṇāyāma is life. When we inhale through the left nostril, why do we begin with the left? The left nostril is called the moon, balancing the moon."
"Prāṇāyāma with the left nostril. Learn first step by step. It controls our emotions. It controls our everything, the restlessness."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
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Around The World - Surya Namaskar at Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Zagreb, CRO
Integrating cakra, mantra, and movement creates a complete practice. Concentration on the cakra is a distinct practice often neglected. This integration is explored through Sūrya Namaskāra. It is important not to practice only the posture, only the cakra focus, or only the mantra in isolation. An integrated structure is necessary. The practice works on the removal of toxins and ignites the individual. The vibration of the mantra affects the eyes and the surrounding area. One must attune the mantra to oneself. The life force is prepared through this facing and stretching.
"It is important that we do not only practice Sūrya Namaskār, not only focus on the cakra, not only practice the mantra."
"So you change the mantra, and then you change the situation."
The Essence of Satsaṅg and the Inner Path
This is a spiritual discourse on the essence of satsaṅg and the path to inner peace, delivered by a speaker from a guru lineage. The speaker explores the nature of true happiness, the importance of discernment (vivekā), and the integration of spiritual principles like the Yamas and Niyamas into daily life. Key themes include the choice between satsaṅg (gathering in truth) and kusaṅg, the role of a guru as a guide, and the practice of contentment and self-inquiry to overcome inner enemies like anger and jealousy. The talk emphasizes personal responsibility, the impermanent nature of problems, and the ultimate goal of liberation (mokṣa) through practices like mantra and meditation.
Filming location: Raumati Beach, New Zealand
Feel your heart
Focus on heart-centered awareness and breath.
Place your right hand gently on your heart to feel its warmth; the breath originates from here. Then bring awareness to the navel, focusing on these two points. The main practice is to think only in your heart, which is difficult as the mind wanders. Feel the warmth in your chest; applying no pressure allows great things to happen. Many problems arise from the heart, so placing your hand there brings peace. Keep your eyes closed and look inward, bringing attention back if it goes outward. Sit straight without leaning forward, using a comfortable breath. This practice involves prāṇa; even after death, something remains in the heart according to yogic tradition. This week, take good care of your body through mindful eating and daily practice.
"The breath originates from here; it is warm."
"First, we should not lean forward. That is not good for the breath or for our heart."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
