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Consciousness is the fundamental space of our being, within which thoughts arise as waves. Yoga is the gradual process of harmonizing these thought-waves. Our existence comprises layers: the physical body, the mind, and the subtler sheaths of consciousness. The mind is a subtle process we can direct, yet its nature remains unseen. Our entire being is like a single house; consciousness is the entire structure, while our active intellect is the room currently occupied and illuminated. We can expand consciousness limitlessly through thought, but this expansion is often mere imagination, not aware presence. Such unbounded thinking creates tension. Thoughts directly influence our entire system—mind, emotions, and physical health. Negative thoughts generate unhealthy vibrations, while positive thoughts create a healthy inner environment. The practice is to observe thoughts without attachment, allowing them to come and go while resting in relaxed awareness. "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ. Yoga is that which purifies, neutralizes, and harmonizes the waves of thought in your consciousness." "If thoughts come, let them come. If thoughts go, let them go. Just be observant. That is all." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 453

Ekāntavāsa is a solitary, peaceful residence for spiritual recovery. Humans uniquely generate noise, pollution, and waste, disturbing nature. Historically, yogis retreated to forests, sustained by natural herbs and roots. Today, such nourishment is scarce, polluted by human activity and genetic manipulation of seeds. Collective vows are needed to cease fighting, reduce waste, and follow spiritual principles like offering the other cheek. This retreat in nature provides clean air and freedom from artificial noise. The environment is filled with divine vibrations from collective mantra practice, which benefits all. Personal spiritual practice, not physical postures, is primary here. Analyze your thoughts, discard negativity, and come to satsang with positivity. "Beauty is in the ātmā, in the soul. Beauty is in the person who always has kind words and a smile." "Analyze yourself. Feel this atmosphere and be happy that hundreds of your guru brothers and sisters are here." Filming location: Czech Republic DVD 452

All creatures are one light of God, equally loved. Humans possess intellect, needing education to cultivate human qualities. This education begins with parents, fostering ethics, positive thinking, and harmony. A human is defined by inner qualities, not just the body. The primary quality is to be a protector, practicing non-violence. Another is to understand and forgive from the heart, releasing mental burdens. Jealousy and anger are not human qualities. The ultimate mission is self-realization (ātma-jñāna), leading to eternal unity with the divine light. This requires following one's dharma, practicing prayer and meditation, and seeking guidance. We are here on the karma-bhūmi to perform actions; protect your dharma, and it will protect you. Do not seek knowledge of past lives or the future; trust in God. "God loves His creation very equally, without discrimination." "Your bad quality is your enemy, and your good quality is your friend." Filming location: London, UK DVD 450

Our true purpose is a search for divine shelter, not worldly aims. Blessed are those who find a Satguru, but meeting him is not enough; we must constantly receive his merciful gaze and guidance. We only recognize this need when spiritually thirsty. True devotion requires lifelong, unbroken surrender to the Guru's presence and memory, avoiding the pride of becoming a "self-made" master. Even advanced realization demands continuous, dedicated practice and protection from negative influences. The ultimate goal is unwavering devotion, where every breath and vision is of the Guru. "To meet a Satguru Dev is one of the greatest pieces of luck or happiness, but to meet the master is not everything. To receive something from him is what is important." "Even if you are an enlightened soul... Until the last breath of your life, you have to be that one who is completely surrendered, dedicated." Filming location: London, UK DVD 449

To build a blessed home, follow Vāstu principles and cultivate satsaṅg. First, select land. The plot should be narrower at the front than the back, a shape called gau mukha for prosperity. The entrance is best placed in the north, east, or west; avoid the south as it drains energy. Before breaking ground, perform a ceremony during an auspicious astrological time, asking Mother Earth's permission. Disregarding this can lead to family discord and unhappiness. The ceremony involves placing purified stones for the five elements and nine planets, starting in the northeast corner. Also place a ghee lamp for light and wealth, and a Nāg-Nāginī symbol for protection from earthquakes. Place Gaṇeśa and a spreading grass root to symbolize lasting life. Modern life in flats may have Vāstu flaws; adjust with furniture and prayer. Most vital is satsaṅg—association with truth. It removes all negative energies. Attend gatherings fully, or practice alone through positive thinking and mantra. Do not waste this human life on mere worldly aims; focus on spiritual development. "What a glory, what a beauty of the satsaṅg." "Every thought which goes out of your brain sooner or later will come back to you." Filming location: London, UK DVD 448

The human being possesses hidden powers to be realized. Yoga is the ancient science leading to the cosmic Self. The individual soul is a bundle of karma, and its reactions form destiny, decided by past lives. Your present circumstances, body, and parents were not your choice. You are alone, fluttering on time's waves, with inner realities known only to you. God created 8.4 million creatures, all representing divine light. The human, possessing intellect, can become divine. Your mission is self-realization: to know "Who am I?" and merge with the universal, ending the cycle of karma. Humans are protectors, endowed with qualities like kindness, mercy, and forgiveness. These are hidden treasures you develop, not buy. Your body has 72,000 nerves and energy centers, chakras, transmitting cosmic consciousness. You have five bodies: physical, energetic, mental, intellectual, and the causal body of desires. The three main energy channels are connected to key chakras from the base to the crown. Purify these through practice and meditation to awaken and master your energy, attaining superconsciousness and liberation. "Only one mission human has, and that is: 'Who am I? Know thyself.'" "If you can't dry the tears of others, don't be the cause of the tears." Filming location: London, UK DVD 447

Yoga is union and balance for body, mind, and soul. Its goal is self-realization, achieved through five paths. Karma Yoga is selfless action, creating destiny. Bhakti Yoga is devotion through prayer. Rāja Yoga is self-discipline via ethical principles and the eight limbs, including physical postures. Jñāna Yoga is the knowledge of the unchanging Supreme Reality. Haṭha Yoga requires willpower and consists of six purification techniques. Commonly called Haṭha Yoga, physical exercise is actually part of Rāja Yoga. The first technique, netī, cleanses the nasal passages. Dhautī cleans the food pipe, using water or a cloth. Basti or Śaṅkha Prakṣālana cleanses the intestines with salt water and specific exercises, requiring dietary discipline afterward. Naulī churns the stomach muscles to strengthen digestion. Trāṭak is gazing concentration to improve focus and eyesight. Kapālabhāti purifies the sinuses through forceful exhalation. These practices purify the body and mind for health. "Yoga is designed to achieve the ultimate goal of human life." "Haṭha Yoga is for the purification of the body, mind, and intellect." Filming location: Birmingham, UK DVD 446

The inner mirror of consciousness reflects all reality, which we must purify to see our true nature. Our ten senses—five for knowledge and five for action—are like horses pulling the coach of life; they can lead us to ruin or to our destination. These senses feed impressions into the conscious mind, which transfers them to the subconscious, where they are stored as memories and can arise as desires, or vāsanās. The mind is merely a clerk, carrying messages between the senses, consciousness, and intellect, which must judge what to do. Unfulfilled desires create psychic disturbances and depression. To gain control, we must purify the energy channels, Iḍā and Piṅgalā, through practices like prāṇāyāma, awakening the dormant Kuṇḍalinī Śakti. Purity is obstructed by three things: māla (impurity), vikṣepa (disturbances), and āvaraṇa (the curtain of ignorance). Removing ignorance requires guidance from a living guru and the protective frame of mantra and satsaṅg. Consistent practice leads to mastery over desires and the realization of divine consciousness within. "Who can see cannot speak, and who speaks cannot see." "Your inner mirror will show you all the reality again." Filming location: Edinburgh, UK DVD 445

Yoga is the union of individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness. Two forms of knowledge exist: worldly knowledge and the supreme knowledge of the universal One. This supreme knowledge is realized not through theory but through practice and meditation under guidance. The limitless universe, an expression of cosmic consciousness, cannot be understood by the limited intellect; one must merge with it. The balancing power between space and consciousness is Yoga, creating harmony and unity. The ultimate aim is to end the cycle of reincarnation by becoming one with the cosmic Self. All beings possess an innate tendency to return to their origin of happiness. Human intellect, the most powerful tool, must be educated and turned toward the divine through practice, prayer, and non-violence. "Yoga is that harmonizing, and where there is a harmony, there is a unity. So literally, yoga means union, union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "The soul is not the Self. Soul is only a bundle of karmas... Ātmā is the universal, and soul is individual." Filming location: Edinburgh, UK DVD 444

Teaching awakens your own inner wisdom. You train to become an instructor, learning organized teachings. You begin to teach, repeating the same words. When you speak, a word surfaces in your awareness. Your own intellect decorates that word with wisdom. You feel it is correct and wish to give it. Like a flower seller who decorates flowers before giving them, you color the teaching with your own insight. If you have devotion and clarity within, that clarity emerges. While speaking one sentence, a radiance in your consciousness gives many meanings to that word. You discover dormant wisdom within yourself. You are surprised by your own presentation. Therefore, when you begin to teach, you are first teaching yourself. You learn from yourself and uncover hidden treasure. Your own wisdom is the milk you draw from and drink. Teaching is to revise, reuse, and distribute your inner wisdom. You give to others and lose nothing; you gain more as wisdom awakens from within. "Therefore, when you begin to instruct or teach, first and foremost, you are not teaching others; you are teaching yourself." "Feed it with love. Love means devotion, bhakti. And bhakti means complete oneness, complete surrender, complete belief. That means now your intellect can milk as much as you want, and cream will come." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 440

Yoga is the universal principle balancing body, mind, consciousness, and soul, far beyond mere physical exercise. It is the ancient spiritual science from India, a cradle of culture, given by sages millions of years ago. Humanity is one among 8.4 million creatures, not superior. Human greed and intellect, when misused, destroy the planet, manifesting as natural disasters and violence. This era, Kali Yuga, is governed by negative force, which uses corrupted intellect and illness. The positive divine force is cultivated by removing conflict from the mind. True yoga is a way of life: acting with love, kindness, and global consciousness without hurting others. It is not extreme physical postures but daily harmony. One is an incarnation of love and light; happiness comes from within, not from external things. "Yoga is that principle which balances the universe and universal consciousness—balancing, harmonizing, and uniting." "Yoga is our way of life... whatever you are doing, do it with love, with the consciousness that your action does not hurt others." Filming location: Banska Bystrica, Slovakia DVD 438

We begin with a peace mantra from the ancient Vedas, a prayer for peace in all elements and within ourselves. The practice of yoga is the path to holistic health. Health is everything's foundation, yet the body's nature is to change, like a leaf falling from a tree. Yoga is unparalleled for wellness, requiring daily practice over mere theory. Our being consists of multiple bodies—physical, mental, and subtle—through which cosmic energy flows via channels called nāḍīs. Our destiny, shaped by past actions or karma, operates through levels of consciousness. Illness first affects the subtle body, then the mental, then the physical, making prevention through yoga essential. Yoga is psychosomatic, influencing body, mind, and spirit. Spirituality is universal purity, not confined to religion. Breath connects us to cosmic energy; conscious breathing can sustain life. Cultivate mental health with positive impressions and social health by avoiding harm. World peace starts with individual health and dialogue across differences. Each step and thought contributes to a better world. Peace begins in one's own heart. "Tons of theory are nothing compared to a gram of practice." "We should know that we can save our life and prolong our life through breath exercises." Filming location: Slovakia DVD 435

Yoga is the balancing principle that creates harmony and union between universal space and the cosmic consciousness. Individual consciousness seeks to unite with this cosmic source. Human experience oscillates between unconscious, subconscious, and conscious states. Meditation is the practice to purify and transcend these levels, moving toward higher consciousness. This process purifies the accumulated impressions of karma, which is the destiny created by one's actions. These karmic qualities persist beyond the physical body, like salt dissolving in water yet retaining its essence. The journey is guided by these inherent tendencies. The human intellect, educated through the five senses, must master the mind and senses. Unfulfilled desires stored in the subconscious create recurring patterns. Meditation, supported by a mantra and disciplined daily practice, is the method to purify these deep impressions and resolve these latent conflicts. "Where there is balance, there is harmony, and therefore yoga means harmony. And where there is harmony, there is unity; therefore, literally, yoga means union." "Meditation without mantra is a body without soul." Filming location: Breda, NL DVD 433

Practical advice is given for health and well-being. Take one teaspoon of yellow mustard seeds fifteen to twenty minutes before eating. Practice Agnisāra Kriyā and drink anise tea for digestion. For eyesight, consult a doctor first. Soak eleven almonds overnight in a ceramic container with water; peel and eat them the next morning. Practice Trāṭaka and bending exercises if approved, and consume carrot juice. For weight, adopt the Phalahārī diet: avoid all grains, milk products, potatoes, and bananas. Eat unlimited vegetables, salads with oil, and up to twenty grams of nuts daily. Exercise is essential. A cleansing mixture can be made from equal parts neem powder, turmeric, ginger pulp, and Triphalā Cūrṇa; take one teaspoon each morning. Apply a neem paste to the body weekly. Neem has many uses and benefits. Rose petals from Jādan can be consumed. Certain stones in water may preserve flowers and leaves; this water may be beneficial. For eyes, apply a small amount of fresh, unheated honey to the eyelids at night. "Eat as much as you can, but you can't eat anymore? Then eat more." "Neem is a blessing that you can have." Filming location: Breda, NL DVD 432

Kriyā is all action, and its purpose is purification and union. Every physical and mental movement is Kriyā, from bodily functions to thinking. Action yields reaction, governing life. In yoga, specific Haṭha Yoga Kriyās, the Ṣaṭ Karma, purify the nāḍīs: Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumnā. These correspond to the sacred rivers Gaṅgā, Yamunā, and Sarasvatī. Their purification through practice leads the yogī to the saṅgham at the Ājñā Cakra, the union called Yoga. This inner confluence is best accessed during Brahmamuhūrta, the pre-dawn period ideal for meditation and mantra. True practice requires purifying the fourfold inner instrument: Manas (mind), Buddhi (intellect), Citta (consciousness), and Ahaṁkāra (ego). The ultimate aim is realizing the immortal ātmā, beyond all duality, by removing impurities, disturbances, and the curtain of ignorance. "Anything that happens through your being is Kriyā." "When Iḍā and Piṅgalā are purified through the practice of Haṭha Yoga... then your nāḍīs are completely purified." Filming location: Breda, NL DVD 431

Satsaṅg is the essential boat to cross the ocean of ignorance and the door to liberation. It is the gathering with truth, wisdom, and good company that inspires the spiritual path. This association can be with a master, a teacher, or even your own positive thinking. Wherever God is remembered—in temples, mosques, or churches—it is a place of satsaṅg. Regular prayer, like the Islamic practice five times daily, constantly reminds one of the divine. Mantra is a powerful seed of prayer; its repetition sustains satsaṅg within. Hanumān, searching for Sītā, found only one person in Laṅkā chanting God's name at dawn, which was like a full moon among stars. True spiritual teachers appear through divine grace, teaching with gentleness and without criticism. One must renounce ego and selfishness, being flexible like a tree branch. What you renounce in devotion may return to you by divine will. Generosity multiplies spiritual merit, while greed leads to loss. The power of mantra and prayer lies in constant remembrance and thankfulness. "Where there is a master, there is a satsaṅg, and where there is a satsaṅg, there is a master." "Without God's blessing, you cannot meet a saint." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 428

The neem tree is a divine source of healing. It grows large in India, and every part of it is medicinal. We call it Neem Nārāyaṇa, meaning it possesses as many qualities as God. You can find neem in many products today. Sitting under the tree is healing. We harvest organic leaves and bark. For skin issues like pimples, apply a neem powder mask for three days. For difficult wounds, apply the paste; it heals quickly. For allergies, take a neem bath. Applying the paste to your hair weekly revitalizes it. Everyone should drink neem tea each morning. It cures allergies, boosts immunity, prevents diabetes, and aids digestion. It eliminates bad breath and improves eyesight, hair, and nails. It is a top prevention for cancer, purifies blood, supports kidneys, and removes gallstones. For gardens, a neem and tobacco water spray protects plants. It purifies bathrooms and repels kitchen ants. Keep neem powder at home. We prune trees for fresh leaves, which supports our ashram. Those who cannot perform certain cleanses should drink the tea frequently. Our product is original and organic. "It is one of the best preventions against cancer." "For people with stomach, digestion, or gastric issues, neem is also a divine blessing." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 425

Yoga is the science of the universe, the uniting principle between endless space and cosmic consciousness. It is the union of individual consciousness with the divine. The universe began with a resonance, Oṁ, from which all creation emerged. Our planet is a place of death and rebirth, a channel where the multiplying divine waves return to oneness. Life here follows the law of karma: every action creates a reaction, shaping our destiny. To avoid negative karma, especially from harming life, a vegetarian life is advised. The human intellect is a powerful tool for understanding and liberation. Yoga practices—postures imitating nature, breath control, and meditation—harmonize the body and mind, prolong life, and calm emotions. The ultimate aim is Self-realization, to realize the cosmic consciousness within. For world peace, we need tolerance, respect, and understanding between all cultures and religions. Life is a journey; only our destiny accompanies us. Therefore, live with love, forgiveness, and awareness, for even simple acts of kindness are yoga. "Two have to become one, and that is called yoga." "Life will eat life." Filming location: Portorož, SLO DVD 424

Yoga is a practical system for health and a universal principle of unity. Education should cultivate human qualities and clear consciousness, but there are two kinds: worldly knowledge for a profession and supreme spiritual knowledge. True education teaches that all should be happy. My work here began with great dedication from others to spread yoga's message. The practice balances the body's systems and calms the mind, awakening inner peace. The happiness we seek is within. A major global problem is conflict between religions and cultures. God created only one creation, so the one true religion is humanity. We must see ourselves in every creature. Yoga purifies negative thoughts, leading us to the Self. Our aim is for individual consciousness to merge into Cosmic Consciousness. This is the path of yoga, which unites and harmonizes. For this anniversary, we chose to donate blood, a precious gift for life. I urge you to practice for health and to build healthy, happy families, which is also part of yoga in daily life. "Kathani or Karani may farak nahi hona chahiye." There should be no difference between speech and deeds. "Viśvaprāṇī merī ātmā hai." All entities in this world are myself. Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia DVD 423

Spiritual awakening is the path to world peace. The power of mantra is to wish happiness for all creatures. Where argument ends, spirituality begins. Duality is ignorance; spirituality is universal consciousness. Yoga is the balancing principle that unites individual consciousness with the cosmic. It is not a religion but the universal principle from which all religions arise. The conflict between mind and intellect ceases in non-duality, the realization of oneness. The self is universal; the individual soul carries personal karma. Peace cannot be achieved through weapons or war but only through awakened love and compassion. Spirituality is purity of heart and the understanding that what disturbs oneself disturbs others. It is realized through meditation and practice, harmonizing body, mind, and soul. Ancient wisdom is urgently needed to develop this consciousness for modern times. Good will, thought, and action are spirituality. A few minutes of meditation brings clarity and energy to overcome conflict. "Where there is duality, there is no spirituality. Spirituality is universal, which has to be awakened in the human consciousness." "Yoga means the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." Filming location: Maribor, Slovenia DVD 422

The divine play of destiny guides our lives beyond our understanding. We are brought together by a power whose beginning and end are beyond imagination. It is written where each person will eat and drink; you must go to that place, and when it is finished, you cannot go even if you wish. This was shown through a journey where flights were repeatedly canceled, directing us to specific meals in various locations. Every stop was for that destined food. Similarly, two close friends were kept apart because the specific grain and water that would unite them had not yet arrived. A story illustrates this: a sage saw that a single grain of rice in a woman's pot belonged to the king. Through a series of events, her husband accidentally carried that grain in a tooth to the king's court, where the king ultimately ate it. Thus, each grain bears the name of its consumer. Destiny, or divine play, orchestrates all things, making a king a beggar and a beggar a king. Therefore, in any condition, repeat God's name and pray. Utilize time for good, live consciously in the present, and purify yourself through spiritual practice. "On each corn, in every rice and every wheat, is written the name of the person who will eat this." "Anything happens to us, there is some sense in it. Don't be unhappy; welcome it." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia DVD 421

Yoga is a spiritual path far beyond commercialized physical exercise. Many approach yoga seeking quick physical results without understanding their body's limits, which can cause harm. True yoga requires years of systematic study, not a brief certification. The commercialization by self-styled teachers damages yoga's essence. The physical practice is important but must be done correctly within a broader spiritual framework. The ultimate goal is spiritual realization, mastering levels of consciousness from unconscious to superconscious. A key practice is achieving lucid awareness and control within the dream state, which trains consciousness. A real yoga teacher must practice self-inquiry: "Who am I?" progressing through stages of contemplation, glimpse, and knowledge of the eternal Self. Teachers should also study anatomy and Ayurveda. True yoga is divine knowledge leading to unity. "To become a yoga teacher, you need six to eight years." "Yoga is nothing but knowledge, and knowledge is the oneness, the unity." Filming location: Slovenia DVD 420

Spirituality for world peace is developed through action, not just contemplation. Modern life is busy, and many find meditation difficult. Yet, the innate human tendency for peace remains. Spirituality is maintained through practice, where self-interest (Svārth) and selfless good deeds (Paramārth) must go parallel. Self-care provides the energy for compassion. True spirituality is seen in action, like helpers at an accident focused solely on aiding others, not on payment. Helping hands have more value than folded hands. Another profound path is becoming a teacher, sharing wisdom like a nourishing cow that feeds many. This requires devotion, not ego. Teaching yoga and Āyurveda in daily life helps others achieve health, balance, and clarity. Such actions create radiating waves of peace without need for advertisement. Spirituality in action, or karma yoga, is the practical means for our time. "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." "Your wisdom is that milky cow which will feed many, many hungry ones." Filming location: Slovenia DVD 419

Sādhanā requires unwavering devotion. Success demands complete dedication to one's chosen path. The mind, like the moon, constantly changes its plans and feelings. One must repeatedly return the mind to the aim. Inner vision must be directed to the guru's lotus feet. The heart lotus must be opened with the ointment of divine name. One must remain above worldly attachments, like a lotus in water. Every action generates a reaction through body, mind, and speech. For liberation, practice four sādhanās. First is viveka: discern the eternal reality from the changing illusion. Realize "Brahma is real, the world is unreal." Second is vairāgya: cultivate intense, constant dispassion toward the transient world. Third is ṣaṭ-sampatti: attain the six inner treasures like control of the senses and endurance. Fourth is mumukṣutva: have a burning longing for liberation. All yoga paths are interconnected; one cannot practice only one. Karma yoga purifies through selfless action. Work is worship. The guru's grace burns away karma. "Ākhiyāṁ Satguru charaṇome lagī, merī kishmat jagī." "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India DVD 416

Pūrṇimā signifies completeness, reflecting the universe within the human body. The entire cosmos, including fourteen worlds and 2,100 universes, is projected in this physical form. This body is a temple and a coach pulled by the ten indriyas, which must be controlled by intellect and viveka. You are part of the universe and are a universe yourself. The mantra "Om Pūrṇamada Pūrṇamidam" teaches that completeness remains complete. To perceive this cosmic reflection, you must meditate, practice Kriyā, and engage in sādhanā with devotion. Without consistent practice, you lose jñāna, dhyāna, and bhakti. The full moon's energy influences all life, causing emotional and biological changes. Fasting and satsaṅg on this day help purify the body and direct energy spiritually. Only your sādhanā and prayers accompany you beyond life; all else is left behind. The aim is Ātma-jñāna. "Yathā Brahmāṇḍe Tathā Piṇḍe. Brahmāṇḍa is the universe. Piṇḍa means this physical body." "Three things will not come back: time, the bullet from the weapon, and the soul from the body." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India DVD 415

The nature of prāṇa and the kośas is subtle and profound. Prāṇa is not oxygen and has no direct English translation. It is the vital force that defines a living entity, a prāṇī. When prāṇa leaves, one dies. The jīva is the life principle, closely connected to prāṇa but not identical to a soul. As long as prāṇa is in the body, you are alive. It leaves last from the heart. Its departure is painful, like a heart attack where blocked blood flow causes severe spasms. Prāṇa is the cement that binds the five kośas—Annamaya, Prāṇamaya, Manomaya, Vijñānamaya, and Ānandamaya—together. Your diet influences your prāṇa, and your prāṇa influences your mind. The mind is powerful; if you are its slave, you will suffer. In meditation, direct your breath and consciousness along the spine from the Mūlādhāra to Sahasrāra to control mental fluctuations. At death, only one question matters: what will become of me? The mind must be attracted to the Divine at that final moment. Purify your energy and mind to understand the Prāṇamaya Kośa. You need guidance to cross this ocean. "Prāṇa is very hard to understand and describe. What is the prāṇa? Oxygen is not Prāṇa." "As long as prāṇa is in the body, you are alive." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India DVD 413

The Ātmā is covered by five kośas: the physical, energetic, mental, intellectual, and causal bodies. The human physical body is made from the five elements, like all of 8.4 million life forms. Humans are not alone; we are meant to be protectors of all creatures and the planet. The root of dharma is dayā, mercy towards every living being. The root of sin is ego and pride. Without mercy, the heart hardens and the kośas become polluted. Modern problems like climate change stem from human greed, not other creatures. Parents must educate children in saṃskāras and culture. The greeting "praṇām" invokes a blessing, while "bye-bye" does not. A story illustrates that countless blessings from saying "praṇām" can overcome a destined short life. Blessings from parents, teachers, and sages provide protection and śakti. Life is temporary; only your karma accompanies you. Purify the five kośas to end suffering. "Dayā dharm kā mūl hai, pāp mūl abhimān." "Dharma rakṣata rakṣata. If you protect the dharma, dharma will protect you." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India DVD 412

Purification of the physical body, the Annamaya Kośa, is the foundation for all other layers of being. Haṭha Yoga and Āyurveda provide the discipline and methods for this purification. The quality of our food directly shapes our physical and mental states, governed by the guṇas. A proper diet includes whole grains, legumes, organic vegetables and fruits, and traditional foods like ghee and sweets in limited, digestible amounts. Overcooked vegetables lose vitamins, while fresh, sun-exposed fruits are vital. Soybeans provide more protein than meat. White flour and processed foods are harmful. Fasting and practices like Kāya Kalpa regenerate the body but require strict discipline. Freshly cooked meals consumed promptly prevent food from becoming tāmasic. Health is the primary wealth, and everything depends on a purified Annamaya Kośa. "Health is not everything. But everything is nothing without health." "Jaisā khāyegā ann, vaisā rahegā man; jaisā pīyegā pānī, vaisī bolegā bānī." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India DVD 411

Spiritual progress rests on two pillars: motivation and practice. Motivation comes from teachings, yet clarity often arrives suddenly after long exposure. However, understanding alone is insufficient; you must undertake the practical journey. Practice requires continuity, not sporadic effort. Remote learning provides motivation but lacks the reality of a Master's physical presence, which is essential for receiving certain techniques and individual guidance. Some advanced group practices should only be done collectively under the Master's energy, as solo attempts cause difficulties. Yet, a daily personal meditation is beneficial. True experience differs from recorded representations; being physically present is transformative. Spiritual growth demands surrendering negative qualities like ego and greed. Theoretical knowledge alone is temporary; real growth requires internal change, honest self-acceptance, and the discipline fostered in a live setting. "Yoga is not for the general. Yoga is individual." "The seed you put in the ground has to die." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 410

Prāṇāyāma is the divine science of life itself, connecting individual consciousness to the cosmic source. Life begins with an inhalation and ends with an exhalation; the breath between is the wave of our existence. This breath is not merely oxygen exchange but our link to the cosmic mother and father, the universal consciousness that nourishes all. Our individual consciousness is a child of that cosmic source, neutral and beyond bodily gender. The prāṇa, or life force, permeates all five elements and the entire universe. Yogis researched this through meditation, mapping the five bodies and the journey of the soul across lifetimes and worlds. True human development requires mindful living: proper nourishment (Āhāra), environment (Vihāra), conduct (Ācāra), and thought (Vicāra). Prāṇāyāma is the exercise of this prāṇa, following Āsana, to balance the system, ensure health, and achieve the human mission. Practice must be daily and disciplined, coordinated with breath and movement, feeling the expansion and contraction of the prāṇa body. Mastery requires years of consistent practice, purifying the mind and intellect, leading to oneness. "Life is the breath, and breath is the life." "Prāṇāyāma is life, not a source of life, but itself is life." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 409

Yoga is the eternal principle that harmonizes the cosmic consciousness with individual life. The universe, governed by the one Brahman, manifested from a supreme will expressed as the sound Oṁ. Within this creation, the human being is a unique form with intellect, meant for self-realization—the recognition of the immortal, universal ātmā within. Our daily life, however, is often spent identifying with the temporary body, mind, and individual soul, which experiences pleasure and pain. True human purpose is to awaken from this and reunite with the divine source. This requires conscious living: reminding oneself of one's human dignity, cultivating noble qualities, and following one's dharma while keeping the ultimate aim of liberation. Yoga practice supports this by promoting health, discipline, and inner contentment, aligning the individual with the universal. "Therefore, it is said, God Kṛṣṇa in the Bhagavad Gītā also said: 'Weapon cannot kill, fire cannot burn, water cannot wet, air cannot dry, and dust cannot take away.' That is your identity." "And it is Ādiguru Śaṅkarācārya who said: 'Who am I? From where did I come? What is the purpose of coming here? And where will I go? I am not this body... I am the immortal one.'" Filming location: Brno, Czech Republic DVD 408

Lord Śiva embodies the principles of spiritual discipline and liberation. All mantras and knowledge originate from Śiva. Within the Trinity, Brahmā creates the body, Viṣṇu sustains the being, and Śiva provides liberation by destroying negativity. Śiva is also the formless universal consciousness, first manifested as the sound Oṁ. Meditation on Oṁ requires devotion. Spiritual discipline is essential, exemplified by strict fasting. On a fasting day, one must not consume any grain; even tasting breaks the fast. This discipline purifies. All actions, including eating and karma yoga, contain an element of selfishness, but it can be healthy. Rituals and respect for holy objects are the spices that make spirituality tasteful. Practice āsanas and prāṇāyāma consciously, seeing your body as a holy temple. Breathe with awareness, for breath is life. Meditate to cleanse the heart and see the divine Self in all. This disciplined sādhanā leads to rapid spiritual development. "Śiva means consciousness, that cosmic consciousness." "Nothing in this creation and in this world is selfless." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 407

The essence of yoga is controlling the mind to realize the true Self. Patañjali's first sūtra defines yoga as the cessation of mental modifications. This control is achieved by detaching from senses and thoughts, concentrating on the truth "I am the Ātmā, not the body." This practice, ātmā cintan, leads to experiential glimpses (ātmā anubhūti) and culminates in direct knowledge (ātmā bodha). To guide others, a teacher must study foundational texts like Patañjali's Yoga Sūtras and Śaṅkarācārya's works on non-dual Vedānta. The soul is an individual reflection of the eternal Ātmā, bound by karma until liberation. The greatest obstacle to this wisdom is not knowing Sanskrit, though translations exist. True discipline leads to stabilization in one's real nature. "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ." "Ātmā is nityam śuddham nirākāram nitya bodhaṁ cidānandam (everlasting, pure, formless, eternal knowledge and bliss)." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 405

Change is constant in the universe, life, and mind; our happiness depends on how we perceive it. We cannot stop change. Experts often discuss problems like climate change without offering solutions. The wise accept their ignorance and observe change without attachment, like watching a river flow. Life is that river, flowing between the banks of happiness and unhappiness. Time is precious and flows unceasingly. Neglecting spiritual practice leaves the heart empty, allowing negative forces to enter. The heart is a temple meant for the Divine, filled only through constant remembrance, mantra repetition, and work. Surrender to the Guru is essential to transcend the ego and change. True devotees see the divine light of the master in all directions and in everyone. Do not waste time in gossip or criticism, as this is a sin against the human opportunity. Practice diligently. "Mano mātra jagata—how your mind is projecting, like that the world appears in front of you." "Your heart was empty, and these troubles were waiting and waiting for the opportunity, the chance to enter in." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 404

Meditation faces inevitable disturbances from the three fires of existence. The world is inherently active, born from sound, and filled with thoughts connected to our latent impressions. These disturbances are categorized as ādhibhautik (from creatures), ādhidaivik (from energies and illness), and ādhyātmik (from within). They are the three tapas that burn. One cannot escape them by fleeing to solitude. A mantra is essential as a guiding torchlight through this jungle. Welcome all thoughts during meditation; use discernment to answer them, allowing them to merge back into calmness like waves into the ocean. If no thoughts arise, something is wrong. The mantra protects and leads beyond the physical level. Problems with the Maṇipūra, Anāhata, and Viśuddhi chakras have lifelong effects, especially when generating negative speech. Do not carry others' problems; instead, be one who resolves them. At death, one reviews all actions, and only the mantra provides light. Meditation without a mantra is like a body without a soul. Share your time through blessings and positive human qualities, which can alter destiny. The mantra dissolves the three fires, leading to unshakable happiness and ultimately to seedless samadhi. "During meditation, welcome all thoughts. When there are no more thoughts, then be sure something is wrong with you." "Meditation without a mantra is like a dead body which has no soul inside." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 403

The cosmic Śakti is the universal energy that unites consciousness and creation, manifesting within all beings. This energy, the Kuṇḍalinī Śakti, flows through 72,000 nāḍīs in the human body, with three primary channels: Iḍā (moon, mind, emotion), Piṅgalā (sun, intellect, action), and Suṣumṇā (consciousness). The body's energy centers, or chakras, correspond to the five elements and different states of awareness, from the unconscious Mūlādhāra to the superconscious Sahasrāra. Awakening this energy requires discipline in diet, behavior, and thought, guided by mantra and meditation to purify subconscious impressions and past karma. This path leads from individual consciousness to cosmic consciousness, culminating in union with the divine. "The force within this which will guide you and which will give you the different experiences, happiness, that is what you call the kuṇḍalinī." "Without mantra, without guru mantra, you cannot awaken your kuṇḍalinī, and if you do, then there can be complications." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 402

The solution to global climate change is found within the individual, through correcting our inner climate. The outer crisis reflects an inner one of mental pollution, greed, and adharma. True sustainability is spiritual, requiring a return to dharma and ancient wisdom. This planet is a holy, living entity being destroyed by human desire. The imbalance in nature mirrors the turmoil within us, seen in broken families, disease, and attachment. Change must begin by purifying our thoughts and actions through spiritual practice like meditation, mantra, and satsang. Only by stabilizing our inner climate through devotion can we heal the outer world. "Peace begins from one heart, and charity begins from one home." "The hot climate is within the human thoughts. Everything is created by the mental pollution of the humans." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 400

The mind is a wish-fulfilling tree that grants desires which ultimately destroy us. We journey through a barren desert of life, navigating by stars and sun. A traveler, walking 50 kilometers on sand, finds a large tree for rest. He wishes for water, food, and a bed, and they appear. He then fears a ghost in the tree will kill him, and that fear manifests, killing him. This tree is the Kalpavṛkṣa, where any thought becomes reality. We are given a physical body, this temporary tree. Through it, we can fulfill wishes, but ambition and greed trap us beneath it. The mind is the ghost within the tree; we are its slaves, and it will destroy us. Another tale tells of a king who visits an ascetic. The ascetic reveals the king is a slave to his own mind, which the ascetic has mastered. Do not forget your ultimate destination on this journey. Do not become stuck in the illusions and desires of the physical form. "Under this tree, whatever you wish or whatever you think comes true." "You are the slave of my slave... My mind is my slave, and you are the slave of the mind." Filming location: Szeged, HU DVD 398

The body, mind, and soul must be harmonized. The body is a mortal structure of five elements, born to grow and die. It is a miraculous creation, yet a source of attachment and pain when imbalanced. The mind is an unseen function processing senses, desires, and intellect, often restless from unfulfilled cravings. The soul is the individual identity carrying karma, distinct from the universal, immortal Ātmā. Disharmony among these three causes suffering, even leading to despair. Yoga is the ancient science of balance and union. It uses gentle exercises, breath control like Prāṇāyāma, and techniques such as Brahmārī to regulate emotions, purify the mind, and guide consciousness toward liberation, creating harmony. "Yoga means balancing principle... Where there is a balance, there is a harmony." "Ātmā is immortal. Everlasting. Will never die. And never born." Filming location: Hungary DVD 397

Yoga in daily life is harmony for body, mind, and soul. Harmony is perfect health: physical, mental, social, and spiritual. Emotional problems arise from inner discontent and distorted thinking, affecting glandular systems and digestion. Ambition, connected to ego, leads to anger and misinterpreting others' good intentions. Disharmony manifests as tension, conflict, and an aura that darkens with negative thoughts. The soul radiates energy, touching the body's centers; harmonious thoughts brighten the aura. Family and communal gatherings, like shared meals and singing, create resonance that removes disharmony. If lacking a family, join a spiritual community. Satsang is essential, as spiritual companionship provides the wisdom-nourishment the soul requires. Practice Brahmari Pranayama to heal inner gaps and restore harmony. Positive thinking and acceptance are necessary; rejection breeds tension. All are interconnected parts of the one spiritual family. "Mental disappointment, disharmony, and emotion can cause physical trouble, social trouble, and spiritual trouble." "Where every day is the satsaṅg, bhagīsuī jana pavé. The blessed or fortunate ones are those who can go every day to the satsaṅg." Filming location: Hungary DVD 396

The world is one family under one God, yet human greed creates conflict and suffering. Modern life neglects ancient spiritual heritage, leading to unhappiness. Environmental crisis stems from this greed. True contentment comes from wisdom, not materialism. Yoga is the complete practical path to this wisdom, rooted in divine lineage from the Himalayas. All humans are one race; differences in skin color are superficial, as we share the same five elements and blood. Our souls are individual and suffer due to karma, but the true Self does not suffer. Enlightenment dissolves individuality into the divine, like a drop in the ocean. Human life's aim is God-realization, using our intellect for protection and love, not destruction. Practice, not theory, is essential. Global harmony requires vegetarianism and non-violence, the highest principle. "Mother Earth has enough for everyone's needs, but not for everyone's greed." "Non-violence is the highest principle. If you can realize in your heart non-violence, you will be the happiest and spiritually divine person." Filming location: Szeged, HU DVD 395

Wisdom is a divine heritage that must be transmitted or it disappears with the individual. Great saints always seek a successor. A story tells of a princess who disfigured her beauty to successfully spread her father's spiritual message, as her appearance was an obstacle. Another story tells of a king who could not obtain a spiritual power through force or threats; only after a year of disguised, humble service was he blessed with it. Wisdom flows only to a humble and devoted disciple, not through oppression. This transmission is the living tradition, the guru principle. Any talent or knowledge you possess is a heritage you should pass to a worthy recipient, but not negative traits. Spiritual knowledge, like a precious stone, transforms the disciple into a master. The disciple must be a perfect vessel, free from cracks of doubt or bad ambitions, achieved through years of observation and practice. Protect this inner flame of wisdom from being blown out by wrong thoughts or actions. Spiritual festivals remind us of divine incarnations and inspire reflection, love, and forgiveness. They connect us to the purpose of life: to earn and transmit spiritual light. "Knowledge is the blessing of God, and this knowledge which you possess... will otherwise disappear with you." "Wisdom flows through love, humbleness, and kindness." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 393

The divine light of Bhagavān Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī is commemorated on his Mahāsamādhi day. An incarnation is born with all divine powers, unlike a Siddha who attains them through discipline. His birth was foretold with divine signs. The festival of Diwali, celebrating light and prosperity, marks his incarnation. On that day, all oil lamps miraculously relit at his birth, with rains of saffron and milk. He lived approximately 135 years, during which many divine miracles occurred naturally through his presence, not by demonstration. For a yogi, spiritual powers are a final illusion. The key is to be a worthy vessel to receive grace. The individual soul cycles through birth and death based on karma, but the true Self is immortal. When a great saint leaves the body, it is not death but merging with the infinite Brahman. If they are one with Brahman, help comes through the devotee's own faith and devotion, which creates the form of assistance. Your spiritual feeling is what unites you to the divine. "Siddhi is a māyā for a yogī or a sādhaka." "Your bhāva, it is our devotion, it is our faith that helps us." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 391

The inner light is the divine spark within all beings, manifest through the chakras. Missionary work creates restlessness; let each believe as they do. Each person carries a tiny light of God, not to be a prophet but to enlighten the world. Darkness cannot remove darkness; only light can. This light is transmitted through the eight chakras, which are created before the physical body and persist in the astral form. The physical world is a field of action, karma bhūmi, where deeds shape destiny. The universal Ātmā is the one light in all, while the individual soul carries karma and is reborn. The Maṇipūra chakra is the jeweled city, the first center of manifestation and fire where prāṇa meets apāna. It governs energy, digestion, and emotional reactions, influencing health and psychic state. Through practices like Agni Sāra Kriyā and mantra, one can protect and purify this center, coordinating the lower chakras to build a solid, clear being. "Let live to live. Let them believe how they believe." "Light means the light, not darkness. Life means life, not death." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic DVD 390

Life flows like a river toward oneness, with obstacles appearing as temporary islands. The connection between consciousness is eternal, continuing through many lives. The spiritual path has thorns, but its essence is a beautiful flower leading to divine beauty. Life is eternal light; death is only for the body. The problem is the individual ego, which blinds us to our own mistakes. Therefore, look within through self-inquiry. The spiritual path is one of purification. The aim is to achieve a state beyond jealousy, anger, attachment, greed, and ambition. In deep sleep, there is no difference between rich and poor, pain and pleasure. Meditation cultivates this unified state of happiness. Yoga is ancient, preceding all modern religions. The Vedas are a science of universal knowledge. Identify not with a sect but as a human united by universal principles. Greed, not religion, is the problem. A sustainable world requires a vegetarian lifestyle, as meat consumption wastes vast resources and causes suffering. Every mother loves her children; causing animal pain creates negative karma. Modern consumption habits are destroying the planet. Spirituality is a way of life: reject disposable goods, live simply and naturally. Protect all life and inspire others to do the same. "Life is flowing like a river, and many things flow together." "Where there’s life, there’s no death, and where there’s death, there’s no life." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic DVD 389

The spiritual journey is a process of uninterrupted development toward fruition, akin to a fruit ripening on a tree. Achievement ends the path and all struggle. This process requires continuity; any interruption—a lack of discipline, devotion, or exposure to bad company—spoils the development, just as a single wasp sting ruins an apple. Your life phase does not matter; the process must continue. This demands detachment and the endurance to face all situations. It requires devotion, a final decision where your entire being belongs to that point. Doubt is losing. Many begin and stop, thinking home practice is enough, but they fall out. Coming together for spiritual discourse and the grace of seeing the teacher is incomparable; it is like rain for thirsty plants. Never think you know much; what you know is nothing. A seeker constantly moves forward despite the changing body and mind. Do not stop out of laziness or excuses like money; work and attend. If you stop practicing, you alone lose. Our gatherings provide inspiration and grace beyond daily practice. Make your resolve today to begin with yoga, then life. In every center, engage with sacred texts and deeply contemplate the teachings. "Gurudev darśan dhan ho." Darśan is very important. Darśan is like rain for thirsty plants. "I know that I don't know." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 388

The mission of human life is self-realization. Today commemorates the victory of truth over falsehood. To navigate life successfully, ask five questions daily. First, remember "I am a human," which awakens inner discernment to avoid negative actions. Human qualities like knowledge, kindness, and forgiveness distinguish us; these hidden treasures must be protected. Neglecting these qualities for negative thoughts spoils them, like lemon in milk. Dry intellect without devotion is lost. The prime mission is not worldly achievements but Ātmā-jñāna, realizing the universal Self within all. This human birth offers unique tools for this purpose. Life is a transient theater; we must use our time to realize the immortal Ātmā. Liberation requires sincere practice and unshakable faith in the guiding grace. "God does not want these tricks. God Kṛṣṇa, Gopāla, is happy when you are doing really with an honest heart, with love." "In this Kali Yuga, we have only one hope: the name of God, mantra, your mantra. Repeat and repeat and repeat. O human, you will cross the ocean." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 386

A call for conscious living and universal love beyond human exclusivity. The cosmic mother and father love all creatures equally. A primary error is the exclusive concept of "humanitarian," which discriminates against other life. Global crises like climate change are deeply linked to meat consumption, a karma shared by the breeder, seller, butcher, and consumer. The solution is vegetarianism, recognizing the divine Self in all beings. True health comes from the external environment—forests, oceans, fields—not just personal practice. Yoga in Daily Life means renouncing selfishness to live for the entire world. Limit your needs, reduce waste, and consume mindfully. Throwing away food is a sin. Conflict arises from differences in religion, caste, and nationality. The solution is the mantra for universal happiness. A yoga teacher must first learn to love fellow teachers, then extend that love to all. Spiritual practice without love is lifeless, like prayers offered with a heart of discrimination. "God does not make differences. The mother does not make differences." "Your duty is also to respect the holy creation of the divine will. Love them, feed them, don't eat them." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 384

The Divine Mother is of two kinds. The first is the physical mother who gives birth for personal desire and introduces family and worldly roles, not divinity. The second is the Divine Mother, described in the Vedas, who awakens the child to its true nature. This mother reveals you are purity, wisdom, and beyond illusion. Such a mother is a divine guru. Realizing this knowledge makes one a divine mother. We are the luckiest beings, not sinners. "One kind of mother all human beings have when they get birth from a lady." "śuddho 'si, buddho 'si, nirañjano 'si... you are beyond māyā, beyond this visible world." Filming location: Bratislava, Slovakia DVD 382

The spiritual lineage flows from divine consciousness to the disciple. The Guru is Parabrahma, the ultimate reality. The disciple must surrender ego to merge with this truth. Prepared intellectual speech is old food; true teaching flows spontaneously from grace. The goal is not liberation alone but union with Brahman. The Guru transforms the disciple's essence, as the Gaṅgā purifies all water entering it. One must remain within this flow through devotion and discipline. Physical sight cannot perceive the divine light; the inner eye must open through mantra and the Guru's grace. Miracles demonstrate the Guru's power, but the core is unwavering connection. True wealth is devotion, and sincere devotees are provided for. Never forget the Guru, for the river is only holy while connected to its source. "Let it come what it comes." "Gurudeva makes the disciple also into Gurudeva." Filming location: London, UK DVD 381