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We will now begin the practice of sādhanā, and these are our techniques. We have already covered a number of them, and now we shall proceed. Today, for the first time, we practice Bhramarī. In Bhramarī, the index fingers are placed gently in the ears so that you will not hear any external sounds. Do not press like this; rather, place them lightly, like that. Very nice, very clear—everything is understood. Now, both index fingers are inserted precisely, with both hands and both elbows held naturally. Do not let the elbows droop or fly outward; keep them as they are. This is Bhramarī. You will come to know it through experience, and I will also observe. So, as I have said, if you have not learned this from others, then you may speak. We will perform it eleven times. After eleven repetitions, bring your hands down. Bhramarī—perform it nicely. There are other variations, but they are neither mature nor beneficial. When one holds the posture incorrectly or moves in certain ways, the Bhramarī is not correct. The authentic practice, which we have in our tradition, is pure and very well preserved. Therefore, we must control the technique and not let anything external interfere. Right. So, eleven times. No, eleven, yes? Eleven, yes, and each exhalation must not be too prolonged. Okay. Three or four cycles. Keep yourself relaxed and present in your feelings. As far as possible, do not think about others; simply do it yourself. Some may do more, some less. So after chanting eleven times, place your hands like this, keep your eyes closed, and concentrate on the Bhramarī resonance. Then, Ādi Om. Now, the right hand. The right-hand finger is placed—but first, lie down straight, not on the stomach. Do not lie on your back; lie straight. Keep the back straight; sit. Lie down on the stomach, in peace. On the back—do not lie on the stomach. I already told you yesterday, but still now. Just lie down very comfortably. Place your right hand on your navel, not off to the side. Lie properly, on the stomach—you know, I told you, the stomach should be very straight and good. And your right hand’s middle finger rests on your navel. The navel area is open and clear; the hand lies not on the stomach but just above it. It is as if you are lying down very well, with your right hand on your abdomen, and you are very relaxed. We went to the Bhramarī, and then we came to our stomach, to our navel. Now, place your hands beside your body and fold both hands together. Fold your hands, not your legs. Bend your knees. Yes, yes, fold your hands. And the feet are on the floor. Just lie comfortably, nice. The head rests, and your stomach is very low. Yes, only fold your hands, just like this. Comfortable. May you bring a little clarity, as nearest to your legs. Yes, on the floor. On the floor, very good. Mahāprabhujī karatā hai kevalam. Now sit up. Sit to the right or left side, as you like. Sit up. I myself did not lie down, but I was observing like this, you know. So, we know our point: Bhramarī, navel, and relaxing. How many points do we have? I hope that in only two more days—just two or three more days—you will be able to do, let us say, one session per month, or one hour. Very nice. If you cannot practice every day, then do it on one day. One day. But every day, you can incorporate one or two different techniques from our repertoire. Very good. You will become very great, and it is very relaxing. Yes. No? Yes. Yes... And then your husband is lying down, and you will stand on him. Yes? You will step on him. Yes, you will lie down, husband, and you will step on him. Good? Oh my God, nobody says anything. Okay, it is a joke. Thank you. Now it is time for our lunch. Sleep well, and relax. In the afternoon, you will attend that yoga class. And I will visit the children—our children—where they are playing on the ground. But I will not allow you to come here or there. Only parents and children. Okay? Hari Om. Deep Prarabha.