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The Guru is the sole means to transcend heaven's limits and attain endless liberation. Heaven is a temporary realm for those with pure karma, but it ends, forcing return to the mortal world. True freedom is moksha, which is boundless. The Guru embodies the supreme reality; meditation, worship, and obedience to the Guru's word are the foundations of spiritual practice. Even gods sought human rebirth to find a true Master for liberation. The story illustrates this: Shiva agreed to impart the secret of immortality to Parvati through the Guru Gita in a secluded cave. A parrot overheard the teaching, gaining knowledge but requiring a human birth to complete its practice. This shows the Guru's grace is the essential path. "Therefore, a Guru... they are supreme, the Parabrahma." "Therefore, one bhajan said: 'Me hi jānu, aur ko kaib khānu, bachchan pyālā gesha...'"

The union of consciousness and space is the primordial principle. Remember the divine at all times. The sun is a vital divine source. The body's intricate organs, like the lungs spanning a field, sustain life. Earth is a living being teeming with life. The goal is self-realization, to understand one is not the body or mind but the Ātmā. The five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space—are living and essential. Space is primary, with consciousness within it. Their union is yoga, the harmony and balance existing before all else. What is called yoga practice is a technique for bodily purification and self-knowledge. All fires, from the digestive to the solar, are to be revered as Agni Dev. The story illustrates that many seek prosperity over the divine. True devotion rises above such attachment. "Yoga is that which unites the consciousness and space." "Without Agni Dev, no world creation is there." Filming location: Fiji Islands

Yoga is the stilling of the mind's modifications. Discipline in all aspects of life is the foundation. The mind's thoughts are like waves in a pond; a single ripple obscures clarity. As long as thoughts are unpeaceful, meditation is not present. To calm the vṛttis, one must practice and seek solitude. A retreat to a peaceful natural place allows the system to recharge and quiet. The practice of Brahmari Pranayama specifically calms the brain and sharpens the senses through sound vibration. This sound connects to the primordial Om, the formless source of all creation. Everything visible and invisible arises from this sound. "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ: through the practice of yoga, you can calm down all your thoughts, your vṛttis." "Everything—all that is visible, invisible, hearing, tasting, feeling—all this is only from one source: from the Aum, the sound."

The beauty of nature mirrors the inner light of meditation. Observe creation's splendor—the dawn, sunset, ocean, and wind. This external beauty reflects the Chidākāśa, the inner space of consciousness, which can be illuminated. Practice satsaṅg, being together in truth. Practice the disciplines of yoga: good conduct, thoughts, food, and dwelling in joyful places. All creation is sacred. Recognize the one divine reality behind all forms. Human life is defined by compassion and reverence. Do not cause pain. Respect the earth as mother and all life. Do not waste resources. The sound Oṁ is the primordial vibration of all creation. It is Parabrahma, the supreme formless reality. Chanting Oṁ purifies and removes fear, connecting the individual to the universal resonance. "Sat means the truth, and saṅg means to be together. Be there with that society which speaks about God, about truth." "Oṁkāra is Parabrahma Rūpa. It means the form... Oṁkāra is nābhārūpa, like the sky." Filming location: Fiji Islands

The prāṇa is life, and its management is the art of living. Ten prāṇas function within the body, with Prāṇa and Apāna being most crucial for inhalation and expulsion. Their meeting at the navel can awaken Kuṇḍalinī. Prāṇa is the guard of the soul; if prāṇa is lost but the soul remains, medical science may restore life, but it cannot if the soul departs. Pure prāṇa ensures health, our primary wealth. Health exists across five bodily layers, starting with nourishment from food. Fresh food retains prāṇa; overcooking destroys it. Cook vegetables with spices and water in a covered pot with minimal oil or ghee. Āyurveda favors ghee over oil for internal use. Chemical medicines can save lives but cause side effects, as they are foreign to the body's nature. Our long intestines are designed to process food, but poor diet harms them. Prāṇa leads to higher consciousness. Practice Prāṇāyāma and eat consciously. Avoid junk food, which becomes foul when chewed, and avoid alcohol, a destructive drug despite its medicinal origins. Choose a balanced, yogic life for longevity and happiness. "Prāṇa is life, and life is prāṇa. We can compare our prāṇa to our soul." "The first happiness or first wealth is good health." Filming location: Fiji Islands

Oṁ is the primordial sound and essence of Sanātana Dharma. It is the supreme resonance from which all creation emerges. The three components of A-U-M contain the entire universe and its trinity. Chanting Oṁ purifies all karma and desires, leading to liberation. It is the essential soul of every mantra. This sound manifests as a divine light that dispels the darkness of ignorance within the heart. The path of Sanātana Dharma is the eternal highway to the supreme, unlike transient traditions. Our individual consciousness is a drop separated from the ocean of cosmic consciousness. The spiritual journey is a return to that origin. One must purify the mind and intellect through daily practice and righteous living. Treat all life with gratitude, especially those who provide sustenance. "Without Oṁ, a mantra is like a body without a soul." "Sanātana Dharma is that highway... others are just the pedestrian’s way." Filming location: Fiji Islands

This retreat in Fiji explores prāṇa, natural living, and cultural exchange. Fiji is a pure, peaceful island mentioned in scriptures. Historically, people lived simply from the ocean, land, and herbs for healing. The environment here is healing, especially for the lungs; stress leaves automatically. The local lifestyle is natural, with small-scale farming and little machinery. Our practice focuses on prāṇāyāma. We study the five prāṇas: Prāṇa, Apāna, Samāna, Udāna, Vyāna. We practice specific techniques: first Candra Śodhana and Sūrya Śodhana for purifying the left and right nostrils, then Nāḍī Śodhana moving breath between nostrils, and finally Anulom Vilom to purify both brain hemispheres simultaneously. This practice energizes and affects all organs via the brain. We also engage with local culture, like the Kava ceremony, a relaxing communal drink made from a root. Visiting supports the local economy. We learn from each other. The island is safe, with no harmful animals, allowing for simple, natural living. "Making a retreat here, no one needs to try to meditate; it just comes by itself." "Kava calms you down. You take the kava and meditate, yes." Filming location: Fiji Islands

Prasāda is divine essence, not mere substance. It signifies purity and sanctity, carrying spiritual energy. Anything sanctified becomes prasāda, from food to cloth. Its power lies in quality, not quantity. Consuming prasāda immediately influences the mind with sāttvic thoughts. Students should take prasāda before studies for success. The tilak applied on the forehead is a ceremony opening the third eye, representing the three times and realms. It marks respect and kingship. Rice, as an ancient grain, and milk, representing purity, are key symbols in prasāda. A blessing from elders is also prasāda. Food must be cooked as prasāda, with mindful preparation and mantras. Prasāda is a superpower that grants protection and removes fear. It must be respected and never wasted. All offerings are ultimately to Brahman, the complete source from which everything arises. "Prasāda is not measured in kilos; it can be a quarter of a single grain of rice. It is not about quantity but quality." "When you eat prasāda, nothing bad will happen. It will give you better memory, and you will have no fear." Filming location: Fiji Islands

Health is founded on proper yoga practice, not mere postures. Yoga in Daily Life is a scientific system for physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. Many have been cured of disease through correct sādhanā. The most foolish approach is to begin with strenuous postures alone; health must be cultivated naturally. The body is sustained by five elements and composed of five sheaths. The first sheath is the physical body, nourished by food. The second is the energy body, sustained by fresh air and fresh, vital food. Dead, reheated food lacks prāṇa and creates illness. The third sheath is the mind, which cannot be killed because desire cannot be killed. Hope and longing are also immortal. Running after desires is like chasing a mirage; it destroys life. What is destined will come without frantic pursuit. Practice should be purposeful. Prāṇāyāma is more powerful than āsanas, but one must know which technique is for which benefit. "The first happiness is a healthy body." "Your mind will never die. Your desire will not die, and your mind also will not die." Filming location: Fiji Islands

This sacred island is the ancient abode of Bhagavān Śiva, his consort Pārvatī, and Nandī. A mountain here holds the complete form of the Divine Mother, visible from the airport. At its peak is a pure lake, like Mānasarovara, from which flows water bottled and sold globally as Fiji Water. Upon a large rock near this lake is the Swayambhū footprint of Lord Sadāśiva. On another part of the island, in Lambasa, a sacred black stone representing a śāstra nāga grew despite attempts to contain it, leading to the construction of the Nāg Mandir. This land is uniquely blessed, free from dangerous animals and abundant with food and water year-round, a protection linked to its sacred geography. "At the peak of that mountain, there is a beautiful lake, akin to Mānasarovara near Kailāśa mountain. The water of that lake is utterly pure, without pollution." "Fiji is the only country in the world without any dangerous animals, reptiles, or spiders. You can sleep anywhere outside without worry." Filming location: Fiji Islands

Mahāsamādhi is not an absence but a change in the mode of presence. The physical form is a concentration of divine energy for easier communion. That energy is not bound by the body. The Guru's presence is activated by the devotee's call through love, prayer, and meditation. This principle operates now and will after Mahāsamādhi. The Guru incarnates due to the soul's call. Connection depends solely on the devotee's bhakti. Physical proximity is a convenience, not a necessity. "Whenever my devotees think on me, I will be present." "I am here because of the call of your soul." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Human life is distinguished by its understanding of dharma, karma, pāpa, and puṇya. Animals live by survival, but humans are given rules and the capacity to discern sin from piety. Karma is action, specific to human understanding. Pāpa, or sin, is not removed by brief rituals or holy water; it is deep within our existence and requires sustained practice. Puṇya comes from good actions that cause no pain to others. We must cultivate positive energy through kindness and mercy. Our associations matter: satsaṅga elevates, while kusaṅga spreads negativity like a disease. Modern life brings pollution and negative karma that manifest as illness. Human duty is to protect life, not destroy it, beginning with a sāttvic diet. We must purify all five layers of our being through awareness and righteous living. "Thou shalt not kill. He did not say whom you should not kill." "If you cannot help, do not destroy. If you cannot forgive, do not take the reactions." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path requires steadfast dedication to a single practice, not seeking many masters or powers. A seeker repeatedly left masters, feeling he gained nothing from years of service, only to grow old and bitter. He returned to his first master to complain. The master then had him dig a new well each day for a week, only to refill them, illustrating his error: digging many shallow wells yields no water, just as changing paths yields no realization. True achievement comes from deepening one practice. Siddhis and powers are a form of illusion that can inflate the ego and trap the practitioner. Even great beings endured hardships. Final self-realization is precarious, as latent impurities can surface until the last moment of life. "‘If you had dug only at one place, water would have come.’ Similarly, you were wondering about this master and that master... if you have stayed so many years in one place and done your sādhanās, today you will be the wise one." "Māyā is a great cheater! ... Siddhi is a māyā for the practitioners. Why? Because when you get some kind of miracles, then your ego comes." Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand

The human body is a network of prāṇa, nerves, and glands, best maintained through natural harmony. An anecdote tells of women painted gold who died because their skin could not breathe; this illustrates that our entire skin breathes prāṇa. Tight clothing like jeans restricts this flow. The body has 72,000 nerves, a network where blockages cause disease. Natural treatments from Prakṛti, unlike altered chemicals, heal without side effects by becoming one with the body. Marriage symbolizes a sacred merger, a knot or gland from which new life emerges, aligning with natural cycles. Lineage and tradition preserve this purity. Sound originates from the navel; conscious speech creates positive or negative vibrations affecting our nerves and organs. Practices like Vajrāsana activate the Vajra Nāḍī, promoting digestion and energy flow by awakening awareness in the body. "Prakṛti, the nature, is slowly, but this nature accepts our body. This will turn into our body, as our body." "Sound is sound, but which kind of sound? How does it appear? So from here, you still have control of the heart, and you still have control of the vocal cords." Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand

Yoga is the science of body, mind, and soul, a practical path to wellness and relief from stress. Modern life creates imbalance through poor nourishment, lack of movement, and technological convenience that erodes physical health and human connection. Wellness is an inner feeling of happiness and balance, not a temporary state from a spa or retreat. Stress arises from emotional problems, work, and familial disconnection, exacerbated by an education system that provides knowledge but fails to cultivate human nature, humility, or gratitude. Yoga offers practical techniques of āsana and prāṇāyāma to be done daily, restoring health, mental clarity, and inner peace by balancing the body's subtle energies and calming the mind. "Tons of theory is nothing compared to a gram of practice." "The best education for human life is from the parents."

Stress originates from subtle internal layers before manifesting in the body and mind. Stress begins in the causal body, the most subtle layer of being, often from ancestral impressions. It then permeates the energy, mental, and intellectual sheaths before reaching the physical body. The mind, positioned between the physical and astral, generates fear and duty, forcing awareness into stressful patterns. This imbalance disrupts the nervous system and glands, leading to physical ailments. Chanting "Aum" correctly creates resonance with the solar plexus, harmonizing the body's energy and releasing deep-seated stress. Meditation and balanced awareness prevent stress from reaching the brain, allowing a clear and fearless life. "Stress is not coming from inside; it’s from outside." "The stress begins from the causal body, not from the physical body."

Morning Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Raumati Beach, New Zealand. Vishwaguruji leads a complete morning practice session with sarva hitta asanas, brahmari pranayama, relaxation and AUM chanting. Improve memory by drinking almonds, honey and milk.

The spiritual path is a rare journey from primordial void to pure consciousness. We exist in Kali Yuga, a dark age of sin and conflict, yet protected by unseen sages from Satyayuga, the age of truth. Spirituality is not ritual but crystalline purity without duality or negative thought. From the void (śūnyākāśa) arose a singular vibration—"I am one, I will multiply"—initiating creation. Human life is a precious chance among 8.4 million life forms. However, the human condition inherently accumulates karma like dust. True aspirants must purify continuously, as even a spot of criticism defiles the consciousness. The goal is to become desireless and awake, harmonizing consciousness and space. This awakening is not personal but universal and endless. "Holy are they who will swallow this negative life, words, or subject, and it purifies—like you put your laundry in the washing machine." "Spirituality means purity, pure, crystal clear. There is not any spot of darkness or gray." Filming location: Raumati Beach, New Zealand

Stress is released through specific sound techniques. The practice of Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma, a humming breath, activates the nervous system and increases cerebral blood circulation. This clears blockages, preventing issues like memory loss or hemorrhage, and energizes the brain's glands. It is beneficial for headaches and chronic auditory disturbances. Support this practice with Kapālabhāti Prāṇāyāma, a forceful exhalation from the navel, which purifies the sinuses and internal organs. The foundational sound is Oṁ, whose vibration originates at the navel center and heals the entire body. Combining these three sound techniques creates a complete system for purification and stress release. "Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma helps to improve blood circulation. It opens the blockages, and our memory recovers everything." "When we inhale, we are taking a lot of air in. Not in, out, out. But the pressure is from the navel."

Stress is created by excessive concentration on the outer world, leading to confusion and an inability to focus. Yoga is a proven science for living a healthy life. Stress and emotional problems are significant causes of disease, including cancer, which is also influenced by environmental pollution and nourishment. The mind becomes restless with fear, hindering even meditation. Concentration is the remedy. A simple technique uses focused awareness on a positive point while rhythmically repeating a numerical sequence to anchor the mind. This practice, combined with specific breath control through alternate nostrils, purifies the energy channels and balances the nervous system. These practical techniques release tension by directing concentration inward. "Yoga is one of the best therapies, best techniques, and the best science for humans." "This will release your stress 100% immediately... because we need concentration."

The human being is composed of five sheaths, or kośas. The first is the physical body of nourishment, Annamaya Kośa. Modern overconsumption of food causes disease and shortens life. The second sheath is the vital energy body, Prāṇamaya Kośa. This prāṇa purifies and strengthens the entire system; proper fasting cultivates this energy. The third is the mental body, Manomaya Kośa. The mind operates across three states: waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Unfulfilled mental impressions can create psychic disturbances. The fourth sheath is the body of knowledge, Jñānamaya Kośa. This intellectual layer determines wisdom or foolishness. The fifth is the bliss body, Ānandamaya Kośa, which is also the seat of desire. Yoga practice balances these five sheaths and the five elements within. A specific practice, Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma, awakens the nervous system, balances the brain, prevents hemorrhage, and develops memory. "Are we living for eating, or are we eating for living?" "Psychic is only the problem of the mental disappointment, and from that disappointment, we get that desire."

The divine lineage flows from the Himalayan Siddha Pīṭha of Alakpurījī. This holy place in the high valleys near Badrināth is where Alaknandā and another river meet. Great beings incarnate in every yuga to protect dharma and liberate souls. These are the Nityāvatāra, the eternal gurus embodying the creator, sustainer, and dissolver principles. They often move hidden in the world. A seeker named Devapurījī received Alakpurījī's light and blessings, gaining great siddhis. He later bestowed this light upon Bhagavān Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī, an incarnation of Viṣṇu. Mahāprabhujī's dear disciple was Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandapurījī, whose divine birth we commemorate. The path requires complete surrender, not a desire for quick miracles. When God calls, one must be ready to go. "O Arjuna, from time to time I incarnate in every yuga to protect the dharma, to liberate all the pure souls." "Guru Brahma, Guru Viṣṇu, Guru Devo Maheśvara, Guru Sākṣāt Para Brahma, Tasmai Śrī Guruve Namaha." Filming location: Alakhpuriji Vasudhara Himalaya, India

The eternal dharma manifests through festivals of light, uniting traditions. Christmas remembers the birth of Jesus. Families decorate a needle tree, ring a bell, and place gifts beneath. Children receive presents from a loving Jesus. In cold lands, a white Christmas with snow is desired. In warm places, beach holidays are preferred. This parallels Diwali, when lamps and decorations welcomed Rama's return 155,000 years ago. At that time, Rama's kingdom touched near Australia. Aboriginal Australians bear Indian traits, with tilak markings. The Indian Ocean alone bears a country's name. Russia's name originates from India. The Hindu Kush mountains are in the middle of Turkey. After harvest, idle hands could breed strife. So saints established spiritual festivals to occupy people and foster unity. Children learn that God brings what they wished for. The thoughts across ages are equal, making light. Blessings for a happy Christmas and a healthy New Year. "It is one of the spiritual days, a very happy day of Christmas." "In every country, in every culture, there are some nice spiritual festivals to keep humans more together and to prevent them from becoming stupid." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The world is tension and noise. Stress arises from one-sided attempts to overcome difficulties. Awareness of one's limitations is essential. The human being is the problem, born with humans. Incarnations and prophets did not solve it completely. So understand the situation: let it go as it is. It will develop more complications, laws, difficulties. Live in the noise; if the noise stops, life stops. Do not give up. We hang on a very thin thread, and that thread pulls us to the Divine. Yoga brings light into consciousness. Practicing āsanas and prāṇāyāmas peacefully unites you with yourself and God. Do not hurry. The thread is in God’s hands. Doubt loses time. Simple techniques release tension. Massage the jaw muscle near the ears, clockwise and anticlockwise. Massage the root of the nose near the eyebrows. Massage from the nose roots down to the corner teeth. These send messages to the brain center, releasing stress. Or mentally repeat the neutral mantra, counting one to five repeatedly. This binds the mind and dissolves stress. “Deen Bandhu Dīna Nāth, merī dorī tere hāth. The thread on which I am hanging, it is in your hands.” “Only that spiritual path can create peace in the world.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Christmas songs from different nations.

Fear is overcome by inner certainty, not by circumstance. A story tells of a boy trapped by a ghost in a cave. The ghost consults God, revealing the boy has a long life. This knowledge removes the boy's fear. He later escapes by confronting the ghost with a burning log. Fear arises from ignorance and a lack of trust in one's destiny. Modern society confuses freedom with a lack of responsibility, creating inner paralysis, stress, and fractured relationships. True harmony is found within the family, through mutual respect and understanding between partners, not in escape or external remedies. Social education in behavior has been lost, leading to confusion. Traditional practices cultivate patience and positive intention. Stress is managed by creating harmony at home, not through avoidance. Your family and spiritual community are your support. "Fear is overcome by the certainty within you that you are strong, immortal, and can face circumstances." "The best remedy against stress, anxiety, and uncertainties is to create the best relations within the family." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

A pilgrimage reveals grace and the nature of karma. My role is often to avoid being an obstacle to what is already divinely orchestrated. The Himalayan land itself is 'Dev Bhūmi,' the divine land, whose air enters every cell regardless of belief. The holy lake Mānasarovar represents the mind's expansive lake, where the true Paramahaṁsa, the supreme soul, resides on pearls of wisdom. This consciousness is likened to Mount Kailāśa, the seat of Śiva. All life, across 8.4 million forms, shares the same essence—the jīva, or life force, which does not die. Humans, however, possess unique freedom and intellect, binding us to karma through four avenues: body, mind, word, and wealth. We consciously create karma, unlike other creatures. Actions like killing for business create severe karmic debt, recycling one through suffering. The law of karma operates irrespective of belief. "All I have to do is be a bigger or lesser obstacle to things that are already done." "If you believe or not, the poison will affect. So, Himalayan holy air, if you believe or not, it goes into every cell of your body." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The untouchable Ātmā remains untouched by bodily suffering and karma. Divine souls incarnate to guide. Their consciousness is untouchable though the body endures heat, cold, illness. Karma is continuous, like each breath and heartbeat. Liberation occurs only in the final second, through the touch of Satguru. Paramahamsa Ramakrishna, a realized soul, lay with open cancer. He could heal it instantly but would then need another birth to exhaust that karma. He felt no pain, being not the body. His disciple Vivekananda, seeing this, briefly doubted. Ramakrishna warned: thoughts carry weight; think carefully before sending them. One lit candle can light another—Guru’s flame ignites the disciple. Spread love, let no negative thought arise. The path demands patience; do not seek quick results. Like pregnancy takes nine months, liberation cannot be rushed. Hold to the mantra, master, and practice received. Wandering between paths brings loss. Rise above animal culture; cultivate human and divine refinement. “If I want, I can put my hand on this cancer and it will immediately disappear. But if I do this, I will have to take another life to go through this cancer karma.” “Before you send your thoughts and your feelings, you should know how heavy they are.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Health is achieved through systematic yoga and natural living. Stress causes widespread errors in life and practice. Most bodily illness arises from poor nourishment chosen for taste alone, not quality. Modern civilization has lost connection to nature, making us and our pets ill. To regenerate, completely change your diet to natural foods and reduce quantity. Practice āsanas systematically from "Yoga in Daily Life," holding postures correctly to regulate blood flow and create energy. This physical foundation allows for prāṇāyāma and meditation. Yoga is universal, distinct from religious labels. Body regeneration requires time and consistent daily practice of at least 1.5 hours, prioritizing it over sleep. Make a firm resolve for natural food and systematic practice. "80% to 95% of our disturbances in the body... happen because the intestine tells us that you did not supply something which is good for the body." "Either give up the sleep, or give up your life. What is dear to you? That is the final judgment." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The foundation of yoga is discipline. Students must learn Patañjali's Yoga Sūtras by heart, as this wisdom will transform one's view and life. The master observes aspirants for a year, testing their discipline through simple tasks and karma yoga. Without this foundation, no training will be successful. The first sūtra establishes this: now begins the discipline of yoga. True learning requires intense concentration and longing, like Arjuna focusing solely on his target. One must give up all other tastes and temptations. The mind's modifications must be controlled. Discipline prepares the ground for this mastery. "Unless you learn this, you will not be successful. The foundation is very important." "Your interest is for one thing, nothing else."

Dharma is the highest way of living for humans, distinct from the natural life of other creatures. Life is about how to live, not merely existing. Dharma is righteousness and consideration for others, while adharma is its opposite. Protecting dharma means dharma protects you. This is seen in everyday bonds: the dharma of spouses, parents, and children is to protect and love without separation. Humans are given intellect and love to understand and forgive, extending mercy to all creatures. Respect for neighbors and all life is essential. Division, weaponry, and taking from others are adharma. Dharma and adharma are universal principles above religion, governing human action through karma. Good and bad karma are recorded and yield results. Do not dwell on past karma; move forward by doing better to purify oneself. Anger, jealousy, and hate are destructive forces that steal one's good qualities and dharma. Cultivate positive qualities like mercy and kindness, which are protections given by God. The aim is to follow Sanātana Dharma, the eternal way, which ultimately harmonizes through yoga—unity, peace, and brotherhood. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaha—if you protect dharma, then dharma will protect you." "Anger is that thief which will steal from you everything at your door."

A new year begins with a saṅkalpa for peace and positive energy. Today is Makarasaṅkrānti, the solar new year. The sun moves north, a direction for meditation and prayer. Śiva is the original seed of manifestation, the Śiva Tattva from which all life emerges. The moon balances the earth, an ornament on Śiva's head, representing cyclical consciousness. We must cultivate positive energy, the Devī Śakti of pure consciousness, to overcome negative thoughts and actions. Negative energy first attacks one's own inner instrument—the mind, intellect, and ego—before affecting others. Ancient ṛṣis provided the antibiotic for this negativity: sacred mantras from the Vedas. These mantras, embodied by Śiva, cleanse illness and negative vibrations. Practice yoga daily according to your capacity, using mantra and posture to transform energy. Our collective saṅkalpa is to send positive energy to all world leaders, fostering mercy and protection for all beings, transcending religion and nation. We resolve for a year without war or suffering, creating universal harmony. "With the positive, we can win the negative. The positive is the Devī Śakti." "One ill fish will spoil the whole pond. So one ill thought first makes the illness within oneself."

Purification extends beyond the physical body through mantra and sāttvic nourishment. Mantra purifies the subtle layers of being. Physical and Haṭha Yoga techniques offer limited inner cleansing. True purification requires developing Sattva Guṇa, one of the three fundamental qualities, which is cultivated primarily through diet. Sattvic food possesses positive energy and includes fruits and leaves taken without destroying the plant, adhering to a Phalahārī principle. The Mahā-mṛtyu-jaya Mantra connects fragrance and nourishment to vegetation. Substances like Śilājit, when properly prepared, also promote sattvic qualities. Purifying the brain and Antaḥkaraṇa involves sāttvic living, āsanas, and prāṇāyāma, leading the life toward spirituality. Transcending the three guṇas is the goal, but mere dietary sattva is insufficient without genuine inner transformation, as illustrated by stories of lengthy spiritual training where students confront their own reactions. Real purification is an internal process of thought and behavior, moving beyond dependence on externals. "Through food, we create Sattva Guṇa; we purify our body, the nerves, and all different kinds of nerves and veins." "If we live a sāttvic life, then the purification of the brain occurs." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Ego is a perilous force that elevates only to cast down. It is a hidden boulder one cannot move, blocking the path even after self-realization. Ambition for greatness or perfection leads one onto dangerous side paths, resulting in destruction. Pure devotion, not desire for achievement, leads to understanding. Many great beings have been destroyed by ego. Safety lies in following the Gurudeva's footprints, not accepting worship for oneself. One must serve, surrendering all sense of personal greatness. The tongue and passions are powerful senses that can destroy spiritual practice if not surrendered. "Gurudeva, if You will not accept my service to You directly, then let me serve Thy servants." "Slowly, slowly, my mind, then slowly, slowly, everything will come. Just as a gardener waters the garden, and when the season arrives, it bears fruit." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is the science of body, mind, and soul. It is a universal reality for health, independent of any belief. The practice originates from the primordial sound and light, given by the meditating Lord Śiva. Health depends on three principles: conscious nourishment, physical movement through postures, and breath control. Life's duration is linked to a counted number of breaths; slowing the breath through yoga prolongs life. Many modern practices are acrobatic and unsuitable for all ages. Correct practice involves systematic steps: body-warming, dynamic movements, and postures, leading to calmness and improved immunity. This is followed by meditation and practical exercises for daily life, like self-healing techniques for the eyes or office stretches. True education begins in the womb and the parents' lap, fostering human qualities like kindness and respect. Spirituality is purity of thought and consciousness, distinct from religion. Practice is essential; use it or lose it. "Health is not everything. But everything is nothing without health." "If you kill one human, you have killed the whole humanity." Filming location: Novy Jicin, Czech Republic

Yoga is the union and harmonization of body, mind, and spirit. The ancient wisdom of the Vedas reveals that creation emerged from divine sound, the primal resonance of Aum. This sound manifests as light and then as the entire cosmos, including the human form. The body is a perfect creation, engineered with intricate systems and controlled through energy centers known as chakras. Each chakra, symbolized as a lotus, contains specific resonances and seed mantras that govern its function. The ultimate reality is the formless, eternal Brahman, which resides within all beings. Self-realization is the process of understanding one's own body, mind, and emotions, leading to the awareness of this inner divinity. True yoga practice cultivates non-violence, peace, and health in daily life, balancing one's being and actions to avoid causing harm, as every action returns like a boomerang. "The Sanskrit alphabet is called Devanāgarī. Deva is God, and Nagarī means a citizen—a citizen of the divine world." "Yoga means uniting, balancing, and harmonizing body, mind, and intellect." Filming location: Frydek-Mistek, Czech Republic

Yoga is the ancient science of union, moving from duality to oneness. The goal of human life is to become one with God, who is formless, nameless, and present in every atom. We carry God within, yet duality and conflict arise when we ignore this presence. All creation, from stones to plants, holds a divine vibration. Our human existence is the final milestone to approach this divine origin. Happiness is already given and must be found within, not sought externally. The path of yoga provides the technique: physical postures create harmony, breathwork purifies, and concentration builds awareness. Meditation guided by mantra is the highway to Self-realization. The principles are simple and sure. "Where there is duality, there is fighting. Where there is unity, there is peace, harmony, and God-consciousness." "God gave us happiness for free. So why do we not search within us and become happy? And for that, there is yoga." Filming location: Czech Republic

The value of satsaṅg and the inner pilgrimage to the divine is immeasurable. Even one minute of satsaṅg with a sadhu purifies countless sins. In past times, pilgrims walked for months to reach Kedarnath, with no roads or easy transport. Their entire consciousness was filled only with the thought of Kedarnath. They survived on a special root called mūlakanda, which gave great energy. Before reaching the temple, they already felt a beautiful aura. Upon arrival, the pilgrim became like Kedarnath itself, crying and joyful. The divine walked with them on the return journey, unseen but carrying them in hardship. When the path was comfortable, God walked beside; when dangerous, God carried. This outer pilgrimage is a metaphor for the journey to self-realization. Keep the goal ever in mind, never lose confidence, and feel the divine presence. Longing for the guru is like the sunflower turning toward the sun. A disciple hid behind a train carriage to catch a glimpse of his guru, singing a bhajan of separation. After the bhajan, the guru accepted him again. Satsaṅg creates a spiritual atmosphere that transforms places. A spiritual soul immediately perceives the vibration of holy company. “Eka gharame Ādi gharie, Ādi me puni Āda, Tulasī saṅgata sādhukī, hare koṭi aparādha.” “My son, when the path is comfortable, I am just walking with you, but when it was very hard, you did not walk; I walked for you, and I carried you on the hollow of my palm.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Purifying the inner instrument begins with mantra and mālā. Sit comfortably and concentrate on the body to feel divine blessing, removing all disturbances and negative energies. This practice cleanses each blood cell and the entire antaḥkaraṇa. Today is the Mahāsakrānti, an auspicious day when the sun turns north. It also marks sannyāsa dīkṣā for many. Following the rules of sannyāsa leads to Mahāsamādhi, becoming one with Brahman. The rules are not hard; cutting the śikhā signifies freedom from all bonds. Do not lose the guru's command, fall to pride, or change the path. Humility brings higher development. Love every entity as yourself. We are from the lineage of Kapila Bhagavān and Śiva-svarūpa Alakhpurījī. "Mahāprabhujī said in his golden preachings that you should love each and every entity, if not more, then at least that much as you love thyself." "Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa said, 'In the Siddhas, I am the Kapil Muni Siddha.'"

Culture is the life for humans, uniting us and reminding us of forgotten principles. In this age, families split and global harmony seems distant. The only way to acknowledge the world as one family is to return to our ancestors' way of living and integrate ethical and spiritual education into learning. This brings peace, removing fear and fostering respect. Yoga is an ancient science that will one day be declared world peace, moving people beyond religious fanaticism toward oneness without ego or commercialism. Every yoga center should be a Gurukul, meaning the teacher's family, where teachers love students as their own, imparting spiritual knowledge that ensures no one fails. This spirituality is purity, harmony, and kindness, not religion. Negative forces are like temporary clouds hiding the sun; they only harm themselves. Sanskrit is not man-made but a divine language, its alphabets carrying spiritual resonance that harmonizes the brain and activates the chakras and Kuṇḍalinī for balance. Similarly, yoga is a divine gift. "Yoga is an ancient science, and you know, in the world, more and more yoga is practiced. One day will come when yoga will be declared as world peace." "Guru means the master, and kul means the family. So we are the children of the family also, except as teachers." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga and Āyurveda are sciences for complete health. Health is foundational; without it, everything is nothing. Yoga is an ancient system for physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Āyurveda is the knowledge of life, using natural herbs with minimal side effects. Both systems recognize the three guṇas that define individual nature. A key principle is to eat for living, not live for eating. Begin by reducing food intake by one bite per meal. This gradual reduction builds energy and can help manage conditions like blood pressure alongside practices like Prāṇāyāma. Authentic practice is essential, requiring proper training in both yoga and Āyurveda, the latter deeply connected to Sanskrit knowledge. Time must be respected and managed to dedicate hours to practice, family, and self-care. Simple, scientifically-informed exercises can be integrated into daily life, even while seated, to improve circulation and vitality. Health achieved through these means leads to harmony and a deeper spiritual understanding. "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." "Āyur means life and Veda means knowledge—knowledge about our good health and life." Filming location: Ostrava, Czech Republic

Yoga is a faith-based system for wellness and healing, integrating consciousness with the body. A personal testimony describes overcoming a cancer diagnosis by refusing conventional treatment and rewriting one's mental blueprint. The individual believed revised thoughts would communicate with cells and DNA to halt disease progression, attributing survival solely to yoga practiced with faith and discipline. This illustrates yoga's potential beyond physical postures, focusing on divine energy and consciousness. Panelists discuss integrating traditional Āyush systems like Homeopathy, Āyurveda, and Siddha with yoga and modern medicine. Homeopathy treats the whole person mind-body-intellect economically. Āyurveda and yoga share principles of removing prāṇic blockages through detoxification and lifestyle. Siddha medicine inherently includes yoga and varma therapy. All emphasize a holistic, health-centric approach over a disease-centric model, addressing root causes like stress and suppressed urges. The World Health Organization supports developing evidence-based yoga modules for non-communicable diseases and exploring integrative service delivery. The spiritual core of yoga is to raise human consciousness, with health benefits being natural side effects. "If you allow God’s energy to run into your system by removing the ignorance that blocks it, God will provide the miracles." "Yoga and Āyurveda are like the two faces of the same coin. If we can integrate both concepts, probably we can render wonderful results." Filming location: Delhi, India

Yoga is a unified science of experience, transmitted through specific methodologies for application in life. The term "Iyengar Yoga" refers to one such tradition, emphasizing precision and the use of props to make the experience of āsanas accessible to all, regardless of condition. This approach allows for stability and comfort in any circumstance. The practice is supported by both long-term observation and formal research, which shows physiological changes, such as increased GABA levels, correlating with reduced anxiety and depression. Applying this methodology to pregnancy involves strengthening the body and mind to manage stress and physiological changes. Specific, supported āsanas can address common issues like back pain and prepare for delivery. Crucially, practice must be guided by an experienced teacher within a framework of safety, collaborating with modern medicine rather than opposing it. The same principles apply in managing conditions like cancer, where yoga practices modulate stress responses, improve immune function, and help manage treatment side effects, contributing to better quality of life. The goal is always balance and integration. "Āsanas are descriptions, not prescriptions." "Samatvaṁ yoga ucyate. Balance is yoga." Filming location: Delhi, India

Yoga for wellness is the subject, moving from practice to integration for national health. Yoga has gained global acceptance, increasing India's responsibility. The conference aims to establish policy parameters. Yoga is about holistic wellness, not merely cure. Two key features emerged: the need for integration between traditional and modern medicine, and the need for scientific evidence on yoga's impact on specific diseases. Integration must move beyond co-location to active cross-referrals. The ultimate aim is to use yoga to reduce the number of patients. Generating robust scientific evidence is crucial for global acceptability. The presence of both traditional and modern practitioners signifies the desired integration. "Yoga is not just about a cure. It is about health, overall well-being, and wellness." "We need to generate scientific evidence about the value of yoga if we want true acceptability." Filming location: Delhi, India

Yoga and meditation can improve quality of life for cancer patients when used alongside standard medical care, not as a cure. Studies show yogic interventions, including specific āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and meditation, help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in patients. This improves their sense of well-being during treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. However, evidence does not support claims that yoga cures cancer. Such false promises are harmful, causing patients to delay effective treatment until their disease becomes advanced and incurable. The principle must be welfare of all, first doing no harm. Yoga is applicable at all stages: for primary prevention through lifestyle, secondary prevention via early diagnosis, and tertiary care to alleviate suffering in advanced disease. More robust, large-scale studies are needed to confirm benefits and identify the most effective techniques. "Please do not give a false hope that your cancer will be cured." "Yogic intervention helps in relieving the stress level of patients and thereby improves their sleep." Filming location: Delhi, India

Chronic stress is a key, overlooked cardiovascular risk factor requiring treatment equal to hypertension or smoking. Cardiovascular disease is the global leading cause of death, with India having a particularly high burden. Despite medical advances, the disease grows, indicating a need for inexpensive interventions like yoga. A landmark study shows amygdala activity is anatomically linked to arterial inflammation and cardiovascular events. Yoga down-regulates the inflammatory NF-κB pathway, countering stress. Meta-analyses confirm yoga improves blood pressure, cholesterol, and other risk factors, but robust, multi-center trials are lacking to provide conclusive evidence for global acceptance. Integration of yoga's full holistic practice into mainstream medicine requires this high-quality data. "Chronic stress should be treated on par with the other cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, and smoking—but we ignore it." "These practices are associated with a down-regulation of the nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) pathway." Filming location: Delhi, India

Yoga is a universal science of balance, harmony, and union, not a religion, though all religions arise from its principles. It encompasses physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. The essence of yoga and Ayurveda together allows the soul to ascend. True education in ethics and morals comes primarily from parents, not formal schooling alone. A pure vegetarian diet is aligned with yogic living. The practice is a vital remedy for modern lifestyle diseases and must be preserved and spread globally. "Yoga is not part of any religion, but all religions are a part of yoga, because yoga is universal." "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." Filming locations: Dharmasthala, Karnataka, India.

Stress deletes our good qualities from memory, leaving negative temperament and thoughts. Yoga is the remedy. Specific points on the face can release tension and restore memory. Soaked almonds with honey and milk develop calmness and memory, balancing the mind. Wellness means feeling relaxed and happy, rooted in yoga practice. Nourishment is crucial; a vegetarian diet supports memory, and milk calms the nervous system. Consider where and how you spend your time, seeking positive company and positive thoughts. True wellness begins at home with a harmonious, helpful family life. Practice yoga, prāṇāyāma, and spend time in nature to regain memory and balance. "Yoga is the best remedy to relax and rid oneself of this stress." "Wellness means feeling good. The sattvic way of life is positive thinking, having merciful thoughts to help others." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The new moon day carries great blessings and is a symbol of Śiva's darśana. Observing the twelve crescent moons grants a siddhi. Śiva, the creator of yoga, manifests in all elements. Greet Śiva upon waking to clear daily obstacles. The five elements are vital, with the sun and moon represented within as Iḍā and Piṅgalā in Svara Yoga. This science of breath instructs one's actions. Yoga is a complete science of body, mind, and soul. Eating is a sacred ceremony, a sādhanā where food is offered to Brahman. Maintain silence while eating. To fulfill wishes, one must offer something in return; nothing is free. Respect food by praying and offering a portion first. Perform daily sādhanā with discipline, such as offering water to a plant at sunrise. Making a vow, like abstaining from a fruit, tests willpower. Inner beauty of heart and behavior is true beauty. "To see the new moon carries a great blessing. If one can see the twelve crescent moons, one will attain a siddhi." "Yoga is a science of body, mind, soul, and our ātmā. It must not be that you do only physical yoga exercises; there are many, many other techniques." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The resonance of Nāda is the supreme, eternal Parabrahma. Chanting Auṁ spreads this resonance through the three worlds and begins the opening of the third eye. This single power of Oṁ permeates everything: body, mind, consciousness, and time. Sit straight, close your eyes, and be aware of your presence. Feel every cell and hair as energy moves. Chant Auṁ starting from the navel lotus, moving to the throat lotus, and finally the head lotus, the Brahmarandhra. This vibration travels through the Bankanāl tunnel, purifying illnesses and harmonizing the individual soul with Brahman. Concentrate on the breath and feel the Prāṇa circulating. Chant Oṁ several times daily to purify the body. This meditation unites every soul, creating peace, harmony, and love. The Nāda leads the meditation to Brahmaloka. Feel the positive energy flow after chanting. Visualize the Guru in the endless inner space, Śūnyākāśa, which is Brahman. "Brahma satyaṁ, jagan mithyā." "Ātmā soi Paramātmā." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia