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Feelings between Guru and Disciple
True teaching is absorbed in the heart, not captured in recordings or notes.Recordings and writings get lost, misused, and become fruitless. Faith means complete confidence and devotion. The Guru’s miracles come from such love. A governor once stopped his meal when told the Guru was near. He came … read more »
Heaven and Hell
Time is a human construct, yet it governs all life.Humans count seconds and years, but time does not count for us; it moves in cycles with the sun. No being is immortal, not even deities who have their appointed times in each age. A creator … read more »
How to Practice Anusthan
Anuṣṭhāna is a disciplined spiritual practice requiring strict adherence.A short retreat of five days is insufficient for profound attainment without proper conduct. The practice involves systematic purification of the subtle channels through specific breath techniques. Discipline extends beyond the practice hall to include regulated … read more »
We need purification
The soul’s cloth is purified only by the constant color of God’s Name.Kabir Das taught that this body is a shawl, a chadar, woven over months in the mother’s womb. Purity comes through heat, through tapasya and sadhana, not by blaming master or friends. Mere practice for decades … read more »
A Humble Address at the Ashram
An ashram is a house for spiritual work and the search for peace, open to all sincere seekers.I have known the host for decades and am privileged to be here. The simple meaning of 'ashram' is to come and work with devotion for all creatures. This center is a gift for your practice, … read more »
Chakras in the human
Yoga is the primordial balance from which creation arises.It existed before form, in the limitless dark of śūnyakāśa. From that void emerged the supreme resonance, Nāda-rūpa-parabrahma, the sound that is Śiva. Śiva, the self-manifested one, declared "Eko’haṁ bahu syām"—I am one, I shall multiply. … read more »
The importance of healthy food
The human body is divided into four parts, as revealed in the Bhagavad Gita.The head is Brāhmaṇa, the seat of knowledge and the five sense organs. The arms are Kṣatriya, the warrior with strength to protect. The trunk is Vaiśya, the farmer distributing nourishment from intake to liver and … read more »
Meditation from Alexandria
Evening satsang.Meditation, Alexandria, USA.
Chakras and Awakening
Our subject is Kuṇḍalinī and cakras, the science of body, mind, and soul.First, arrange your space and bring your hands together at the heart, feeling the energy flow. This energy is your own divinity. Kuṇḍalinī awakening is not a physical movement but an awakening in clarity and joy. … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
The fragrance of the saint and the eternal Ātmā are the same truth.All souls achieve something wonderful. Where there is life, there is leadership; where there is a saint, there is guidance. Avoid the four vices: desire, anger, pride, greed—they lead to hellish paths. Being in duality and … read more »
Bhajans from Khatu
Here is the truth of true fortune.Saints and great beings have come and gone, like Kabīr Sāhib placing a foot on a disciple’s head to remind of mortality. Their words instruct the mind on right action. A fortunate person is one who … read more »
How is the real kundalini in you functioning?
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Alexandria, USA.First, you should know that you want to practice yoga and what yoga is. Yoga needs discipline. You should prepare yourself for yoga practicing. We shouldn't do anything against nature. Chakras give different sounds/mantras in different … read more »
Life is one
Life is eternal, and the science of chakras reveals our fundamental oneness.Life is endless. The physical body is a temporary layer, like a garment changed, but the life within does not die. The true self is layered like an onion; peeling back the layers reveals the essential … read more »
Morning Satsang from Buford
Meditation requires physical comfort and awareness of innate energy.Discomfort breaks concentration; the body must be relaxed. A straight, supported spine is essential. A firm cushion under the buttocks aids this. The body's energy flows are accessible through the hands. Touching the index finger and … read more »
Practice with trust
We have lost our roots and connection to place, family, and nature, which drains our energy.Modern life severs us from our homes and ancestral lands. Commercial destruction, like replacing rainforests with water-consuming eucalyptus, kills creatures and disrupts natural harmony. Animals, from monkeys to ants, demonstrate innate familial love and greeting rituals … read more »
The Light of Oneness: A Discourse on Dīpāvalī
The light itself is Brahman, the single reality within all.From one heart to another, ignite this awareness. Every entity is a light of that supreme one; duality is an illusion. Self-realization means the absence of negative thoughts, habits, and duality, aligning with the perpetual divine … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
The Guru lineage and sacred geography connect us to a timeless tradition.The company of saints and the story of God are unique in this world, unlike worldly attainments which even a sinful person can obtain. The soul is immortal and maintains connections across time. This lineage flows … read more »
Meditation from Kapiti Coast
A guided practice for awareness and energy integrates physical movement with inner focus.Begin by feeling the body and becoming aware of the surrounding space. Perform simple movements with the hands, shoulders, and neck to awaken physical sensation. Close the fists and stretch the arms strongly before relaxing. Bring … read more »
Come to the path of the Masters
The awakening of inner potential is the aim of human life, achieved through a pure spiritual science.This path awakens the cosmic energy within, known as the Kuṇḍalinī, which resides in the body's energy centers, the chakras. Of the thousands of chakras, eight are primary, with five governing earthly existence and three for … read more »
The origin of Yoga in Daily Life
Our spiritual lineage originates from the Himalayas and the glaciers of Ālagpurījī.This lineage descends from the Satyuga through masters like Devapurījī and Mahāprabhujī. The poet Kālidāsa wrote the Meghadūta, describing telepathic communication, reflecting ancient siddhis now mirrored by modern science. Scriptures tell of the sage Vālmīki, who … read more »
Do not kill
The light of the Supreme Self illuminates all.The Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is a practice from the tradition involving 64 kriyās. All action is kriyā. The human instrument possesses five senses of knowledge and five of action. These senses provide information from the world. Every … read more »
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
Welcome to the ashram, a place for spiritual practice and international community.This castle ashram, donated by a devotee, is a historic site with a beautiful atmosphere. Practitioners from across the world gather here with the shared aim of Yoga in Daily Life, for the harmony of body, … read more »
Meditation from Strilky
Meditation is the practice of turning inward within a supportive natural environment.Close your eyes, hold your mala, and repeat your personal mantra. Sit straight and relax the entire body. Bring awareness to the natural breath, feeling the pure air. Remember the past week of practice and the … read more »
Tratak and Tilak
Trāṭak is concentration through gazing.Tilak is a mark of spiritual balance and wisdom. Trāṭak involves fixing the gaze on a single point, such as a candle flame, a dot, or the new moon. This practice develops concentration and inner clarity. … read more »
The Four Levels of Oṃ and the Power of Blessings
The practice of Oṃ connects to the four Yugas and channels energy through the body's centers.Energy recedes in the present age, so we must cultivate positivity. Techniques exist to direct blessings and prāṇa for healing, as seen when a hand placed on the navel released pain and brought health for years. … read more »
The Awakening of Inner Powers: Yoga in Daily Life
Yoga reveals the hidden powers within through five sheaths of human existence.The first is the physical body of nourishment, which is foundational. The second is the vital energy sheath, fueled by proper sustenance and diminished by substances like alcohol. The third is the mental sheath, possessing immense … read more »
We are the cause of Mahapralaya
The Mahā Mṛtyu Jaya Mantra offers protection and inner purification.Chant the mantra mentally or aloud while driving for divine safeguarding. This mantra cleanses the mind and heart, akin to washing plates. Proper dress and cleanliness demonstrate respect toward others. Beauty resides in the heart, eyes, … read more »
Negative thoughts can destroy everything
The wisdom of Patañjali provides the foundation for Haṭha Yoga.Patañjali systematized yoga, teaching Aṣṭā ga Yoga to make the path simple. His core principle is "Ahiṃsā paramodharma," meaning non-violence is the highest duty. The ṛṣis of ancient times performed tapasyā in the forest, free from … read more »
Fire is God
Agni is not only the burning fire but many kinds of fire, central to awakening the solar plexus.The cooking fire is Annapūrṇā, the goddess of nourishment. The kitchen is her temple. Purity in the kitchen brings pure thoughts, energy, and behavior. Food should not be eaten after four hours, or overnight even if … read more »
Birds are feeling where their nest is
The practice of Śa khaprakṣālana requires proper guidance.This Haṭha Yoga technique cleanses the internal system, mimicking the conch's shape and the elephant's action of Kuñjalakriyā. Mastery is essential, as incorrect practice from mere imitation can cause harm. Not everyone is suitable; those with … read more »
Advice for good health
Haṭha Yoga is the inner purification of the body through natural wisdom and technique.Astrological predictions are secondary to life's inherent function. Humans support each other, as in older communities where goods and services were shared. Modern systems of employment and commerce continue this interdependence. Nature provides all necessary remedies, … read more »
See God in your heart
Haṭha Yoga is a living path encompassing the body's subtle energies and the soul's journey.The human body contains the entire Sanskrit alphabet as divine letters within its chakras. These fifty-two centers are part of Kuṇḍalinī Yoga, connecting the five sheaths from the physical to the blissful. Every element of creation … read more »
Strength of the Hatha Yogi
Haṭha Yoga is a path of determined will leading to divine union beyond the physical body.It begins with worldly forms of willfulness: a child's insistence, a woman's resolve, and a ruler's command. The yogi's will, however, transcends desire and fear, seeking nothing, as illustrated by a yogi who refused Lord Śiva's … read more »
Wisdom of the Holy Scriptures
True wisdom arises from two sources: scriptural study and the Guru's grace.Ancient sages left immense knowledge in scriptures, yet this wisdom often remains unread. External learning from texts is one path; internal awakening through the Guru's Vidyā is the other. Both are essential. Reading nourishes the mind … read more »
Practise and live disciplined
Discipline is the foundation of genuine yoga practice.Without it, even decades of practice lead nowhere. The world offers two paths: the rare life of total renunciation and the integrated life of a householder. The latter is recommended, where one lives fully in the … read more »
The Brahmaloka Within: A Retreat into Spirituality
Spirituality is one path, realized within as Brahmaloka.The retreat offers purification of body, mind, and philosophy. Spirituality is not only for yogis but for everyone from childhood. God may be perceived with form or without, yet both are valid. The Bhagavad Gītā says … read more »
The Sacredness of Water, the Power of Mothers, and the Essence of Vairāgya
Respect the five elements, for they constitute life and must be carefully guarded.Water is life itself; even skilled swimmers can be overcome by it. Fire is equally dangerous and demands vigilance. These elements form the physical body, the Annamaya Kośa, which ultimately dissolves back into earth, water, fire, … read more »
The Responsibility and Path of a Yoga Teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life System
A yoga teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life system carries a profound responsibility distinct from physical fitness instruction.The role is to be a selfless channel for spiritual guidance, not a proprietor of knowledge. Adherence to the specific, gradual levels of the system is essential for safe and effective teaching; one must not alter … read more »
Guru Purnima Satsang with Vishwaguruji
Bhajans are a vital spiritual practice that transforms energy and preserves knowledge.They are distinct from emotional kirtan, often structured as a dialogue containing the wisdom of sages. Poetry is the language of the wise, encapsulating truth. Singing activates the vagus nerve and requires an open heart center. … read more »
Celebration of Vishwaguruji's Birthday
Today is a day of grace and celebration, marking a confluence of sacred occasions.Being with the Guru is the most important thing for a disciple. His presence on this earth opened our eyes to divine knowledge. In his presence, we change our quality, like a tree near sandalwood takes … read more »
There is life in every creature
Glory is an expression of respect and victory for all that is good, returning to the giver.It is simple and great. Proclaiming "Jaya" honors masters and divinity, creating happiness. This respect transcends time, as seen with figures from millennia past. Giving glory uplifts others, as a kind word can save a soul … read more »
The Serpent's Blessing: A Story of Kuṇḍalinī
The path to consciousness unfolds through the inner kingdom.A man sought Kuṇḍalinī awakening. A master gave him a flute. He blew it continuously for half an hour. A cobra emerged from a bush. He coaxed the snake into a basket. He planned to display … read more »
Knowledge is always good
The sacred texts reveal the inner battlefield, where the soul confronts its own qualities, and a true guide is needed for symbolic understanding.All scriptures—Vedas, Upaniṣads, Gītā, Koran, Bible—offer essential knowledge. A grand gathering of saints and scholars from many faiths honored a renunciate Śa karācārya; there, a Muslim scholar expounded the Vedas with profound insight, showing that wisdom … read more »
Worldly joy is just an illusion
The longing of the heart is known only to those in love.Two parrots quarreled on a tree. The male said, “Meditate on God's glory, do not eat poisonous fruits of passion.” Death strikes without warning. These enjoyments are Fata Morgana, unreachable. The joy of joy is less … read more »
You are king of your senses
Relaxation, the five kośas, and the king of the senses.Lie down, relax the whole body. Relax the thoughts, let them be free. Feel fresh oxygen and the beauty of trees. Feel as if in the lap of parents and with friends. Close eyes and see … read more »
Satsang has a divine vibration because of singing bhajans
The heart of Hanumān is the eternal Sanātana Dharma.The physical body is one sheath. Beyond it lies energy, mind, and bliss. Pure beings experience the lotus of the heart opening. Negative thinking causes that flower to fade. Sanātana Dharma is duty and love for … read more »
Different aspect of discipline
Attention is the discipline of life, from cradle to grave.The spine is the stick accompanying us always. From the beginning, become alert, know the whole body. When husband and wife realize who they really are, love becomes a real feeling of care and protection, not … read more »
Kapalabhati pranayama
Observing daily life shows how Yoga in Daily Life transforms our existence through Gurudev’s guidance and steady practice.Gurudev always protects, and the divine mantra carries blessing, protection, and guidance. Without Gurudev’s name, prayers are empty, like a sweet box without sweets or oil poured on sand. A devotee knows Gurudev’s face, his kind … read more »
Wisdom and bhakti of the saints are in the Bhajans
The secret of your Ātmā is shown by the Master.The āśram lives only with bhaktas. Karma Yoga is the best group; without it, the yoga path cannot succeed. The mind jumps like a monkey, and the conscience says: give up self-will. The secret of the … read more »
Webcast from Gyor
This gathering celebrates forty years of Yoga in Daily Life in Hungary, alongside anniversaries of Indian-Hungarian diplomacy and Mahatma Gandhi's birth.The conference promotes world peace through tolerance, respect, and understanding between cultures. The system's dissemination has fostered public health and spiritual well-being in Hungary over decades, with seminars making the country a second home for many … read more »