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Yoga in daily life is the system that is a science of body, mind, consciousness, and the soul. A yogī realizes oneness in this world of duality, removing dualism. Yoga is widely misused for commercial gain, with short retreats falsely granting teacher certificates. Yoga makes a human into God, the individual soul into Śiva, but this requires many lives of strict discipline and faithfulness. Material life is an obstacle to spiritual development. The restless mind creates temptations, leading to unfaithfulness in relationships and even toward God. Humans must keep their word, for God gave language as a holy gift. When you fail to keep your word, God’s blessing separates and you sink into suffering. Yoga is not merely physical exercises. Practice awareness of being human from morning onward: when eating, ask if the food is pure; when acting, ask if the attitude is human or animal. Such balance in thoughts, words, and deeds supports spiritual growth. The ṛṣis discovered this path through tapasyā, research. Every human bears five debts: to mother, ancestors, teachers, the gods and elements, and the saints. Repay these through service and right attitude, not money; without freedom from these debts, spiritual progress halts. God Kṛṣṇa assures that yoga practice’s fruits carry into the next life, bringing good parents and early spiritual interest. “Yoga is that which makes Nara into Nārāyaṇa. It makes a human into God.” “God gave humans vākā, the verbs, the language, the words. And God said, ‘This is my word.’” Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Health is balance across physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions. Imbalance leads to suffering. Humans possess the intellect to maintain health but have neglected this knowledge, becoming victims of illness. The body follows natural cycles like all life. True health integrates Āyurveda and yoga as complementary wings for the soul's journey. All beings share one consciousness, and the aim is to realize this unity and return to the source. Health cannot be bought; it is gained through conscious living. Nourishment must be considered for the body, mind, and environment. Positive actions and thoughts heal all layers of our being. Practice leads to self-realization. "The first happiness is a healthy body, mind, and intellect." "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." Filming location: Slovenia

Peace is the way, and health is its foundation. We are incarnations of peace, meant to bring peace to the entire universe, including within ourselves. The ancient Vedas teach peace for earth, water, herbs, atmosphere, and cosmic consciousness. True peace requires ending the inner war. Good health is the first happiness. Āyurveda, the knowledge of life, teaches that every individual should be their own doctor. Health rests on four pillars. First is āhāra—diet. It must be balanced and pure, as what you eat determines your health and attitude. Second is vichāra—your way of thinking. Negative thinking poisons the self, while positive thinking enlightens it. Third is ācāra—behavior. Kindness and humility create a beautiful atmosphere; respect all divine creation, including trees, which are our life. Fourth is vihāra—knowing where to go and where not to go, being aware of place and situation. Discipline in these areas, including allocating time for yoga and family, builds holistic health. Do not deny allopathic medicine for serious conditions, but for minor issues, avoid chemicals. Āyurveda and yoga are the two wings to fly healthily. Most illnesses first attack our emotions, which then influence the mind and body. Practice purification of the body periodically. Your breath is your life force; calm breathing brings relaxation. Withdraw inward to relax and rejuvenate. "Peace on the earth. Peace in the water, peace in the herbs, in the forest, peace in the atmosphere, peace in the entire universe and cosmic consciousness." "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." Filming location: Slovenia

The Kumbha Melā offers a glimpse into eternal wisdom. Sanskrit is a language that engages the whole mind, connecting to ancient knowledge. India gave birth to languages, spirituality, and education. The Kumbha Melā originates from the churning of the cosmic ocean, from which emerged fourteen jewels and a pot of nectar. Drops of this nectar fell at four places on Earth, granting immortality. The event symbolizes the internal battle between divine qualities and demonic forces like anger, greed, and attachment. The aim is to realize the immortal Self, the Ātmā, which is one and universal. The holy river Gaṅgā, descending through Śiva, washes away sin, especially where three rivers meet. This tradition represents Sanātana Dharma, the eternal principle upholding the universe. Yogīs and renunciants protect this dharma. The true nectar is found within through meditation and self-inquiry, overcoming mental pollution. "Who am I to judge you? I cannot judge you. Only you have to judge yourself. So, are you a member of the Asuras or Devas?" "The aim of the Kumbha Melā is to get that realization, ātmā jñāna." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

Health is the primary foundation for a spiritual life. Water is the blood of Mother Earth and should not be polluted or sold. Many lack this basic resource. Milk and children are also sacred and should not be commodities. Human ethics decline when we sell these life-giving elements, including our own blood. To be healthy, one must care for the body through disciplined practice. Yoga is a way of life that purifies the blood and maintains wellness. Prāṇāyāma cleanses the blood; a sāttvic diet supports health. Listen to what your body truly needs, not just your taste. Practice systematic exercise, eat nourishing food with native herbs, and incorporate fasting. A healthy body allows for better meditation and understanding. "Be the change you want to see." "Kumbh Mela is not a festival of a particular religion, but it’s a festival of spirituality for humans to purify their sins." Filming location: Maha Kumbha Mela, India

True health requires awareness in both practice and consumption. Fast food is swallowed without taste, lacking nourishment. We must choose quality food, like turmeric, but ensure its purity through personal vigilance. A disciple sourced whole roots and had them stone-ground slowly, filling the home with a true, potent aroma. This recalled childhood, where fresh spices were ground for each meal. Health begins with discipline: sleep early, practice yoga for hours at dawn, then enjoy pure nourishment. Modern cooking has lost ancestral knowledge, relying on ready-made items. This is not blame, but observed ignorance. Control desires by constantly observing your senses and asking if you need more. Reduce desires through satsang and repeating God's name. Past time is gone; the future is not here. Be aware of the present. Use it to do good, as we have countless opportunities for liberation. "Decide if you want to eat quality food or not. And you know, quality food is a little expensive. The choice is yours." "Be aware of the presence. And there we shall try to do something good." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

The subject is Mānasik Pūjā, or mental worship of one's chosen deity. Many practitioners ask how to meditate effectively. Meditating on external symbols like nature can eventually feel empty. The superior practice is internal, devotional service performed within the mind. This mental ceremony nourishes the practitioner with strength and clarity. It transforms perception, allowing one to see the living presence in a sacred image, not mere stone. This feeling is essential; without it, ritual is empty. Service performed with love and imagination is an expression of inner beauty. When you act from the heart in meditation, you explore your devotion. Love contains no demands; it is self-understood. This practice is a personal secret between you and your deity. By serving mentally, you receive peace and your love reflects outward, affecting your entire day. God's light is in every heart; realizing this is true self-realization. "Therefore, the best solution is Mānasik Pūjā. When you perform Mānasik Pūjā, the mental ceremony, you emerge from your meditation full of strength, energy, love, and clarity." "In every heart, in every heart, God’s light is reflecting. That is called self-realization. Self means yourself. Realization is that you realize: your self, and everyone is your self." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

The Ājñā Cakra is the door of command between human and divine consciousness. Understanding the Self is the goal of life. The individual soul is a bundle of karma, carrying cycles of happiness and unhappiness. The Ātmā, or universal Self, is one and identical with God. Advaita Vedānta teaches non-duality; all is one. Reality is not what is seen with the eyes. The world of duality is māyā, created and destroyed, while the Ātmā remains as limitless space. Kuṇḍalinī is the divine Śakti, the power within. Chakras are energy centers; their function, influenced by emotions, determines health and consciousness. The Ājñā Cakra is the filter for intellect and the seat of true knowledge and command. Past experiences are stored in the subconscious. Practice is essential for self-realization. "What you can see is not reality, and what you can’t see is the reality." "Ājñā means to command. The person who has achieved the Ājñā Chakra can give an order to himself." Filming location: Hamburg, Germany

Yoga is a practical path requiring precise understanding and disciplined practice. Success depends on clear communication between action and thought, avoiding inner conflict. Daily life must be ordered, reflecting inner tidiness. Without controlled mental fluctuations and proper practice, efforts fail. Discipline means consistent timing for practice, as changing routines creates internal confusion akin to disrupting nature's rhythm. Practice requires comfortable, motionless posture to prevent disturbance. After mastering Khecarī Mudrā, proceed to Unmanī Mudrā to deepen meditation by withdrawing from external sight and sound. "Without understanding, if you do anything, it’s not only half done, but it can spoil everything that was done before." "Similarly, each movement, either body or thought, disrupts the energy field." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Khecharī Mudrā is the door to immortality and cosmic consciousness. Every mudrā purifies, awakens dormant energy, and balances the systems of body and mind. These practices are essential for Kriyā Yoga to be complete and successful. Perfection of this mudrā can prolong life, regenerate the physical system, and vastly improve memory and concentration by emptying unnecessary thoughts. Practice must be gradual and correct, as a wrong technique can be harmful. A systematic approach is paramount. Practices must follow a sequence: relaxation, dynamic movements, stretching, āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and then meditation leading to kriyās with mudrās and bandhas. Do not mix techniques or mantras haphazardly, as this disturbs progress. Dedication and correct practice under proper guidance lead to the goal. "Every mudrā is that which awakens the dormant energy, or kuṇḍalinī śakti." "Without practicing mudrās, Kriyā Yoga cannot be successful." Filming locations: Vienna, Austria.

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Khecharī Mudrā is a key practice for uniting consciousness with immortality. Ancient texts praise it as the mother of every yogī, leading to health and slowed aging. Rare practitioners may live on prāṇa alone. It regenerates cells and masters the body's ten vital energies. Our energy is governed by eight major chakras, controlled by three nāḍīs. This mudrā acts like a mother, providing cosmic nourishment. Its practice awakens the Bindu Chakra, a dot-like gland at the top of the head that produces the nectar of immortality. To activate it, keep a śikhā (hair knot) there or apply sandalwood oil daily. Perform a gentle water abhiṣeka with a neti pot. The nectar from Bindu should be received on the tongue's tip to prevent its destruction by digestive fire. Khecharī Mudrā involves rolling the tongue back into the palate; achieve this through gradual practice, never by cutting. Combine it with Jālandhara Bandha and Ujjāyī Prāṇāyāma. It overcomes physical and psychic disorders. "Khecharī Mudrā is the mother of every yogī." "The tongue is like the mother’s body, the mother’s breast through which that milk is received." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

The foundation of practice integrates bandhas, mudrās, and mind training. The mind follows habitual patterns, like a hand reaching for a moved object. Therefore, one must instruct the mind upon waking with positive thoughts to ensure a harmonious day. Practice includes Trāṭaka meditation, which can use any object for focus. Jālandhara Bandha regulates the thyroid gland, and its effectiveness is proven by energetic reactions in the body. Agniśār Kriyā controls the stomach muscles and should be performed smoothly. Mastery of Mūla Bandha begins with Aśvinī Mudrā, contracting and relaxing the perineum to release mental tension and connect to the Mūlādhāra Cakra. This mudrā trains muscular control and awakens energy flow. Uḍḍīyāna Bandha involves drawing the diaphragm upward, activating the solar plexus. Combining Mūla Bandha, Uḍḍīyāna Bandha, and Jālandhara Bandha creates Mahābandha, which awakens energy and builds immunity. Discipline makes all practices possible, while ego leads to disappointment. "When you wake up, say something beautiful. When such thoughts enter the buddhi or intellect, the whole day becomes uncertain." "Mastering Mahābandha enables Nauli Kriyā. Discipline makes everything possible; ego will definitely one day disappoint us." Filming locations: Vienna, Umag, To be determined.

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The program begins with devotional singing followed by a disciplinary practice. A bhajan is sung, emphasizing concentration on the Guru's feet as the source of fortune. The cycle of birth and death is deleted only through meditation and repeating the divine name. Life passes from childhood play to the suffering of old age, underscoring the urgency of practice. A training exercise for the sense of taste involves receiving a nut but not eating it. One must always act according to the place and situation. A physical practice involves holding a position on the knees while warming the face with the hands. "May my eyes be concentrated on the lotus feet of my Gurudev." "Tera Janam Maran Mit Jai Re... It will be deleted. Janam means rebirth. Maraṇ means death."

The mind is like a camel, trained by habit through systematic practice. All techniques—relaxation, āsana, prāṇāyāma—must be entered and exited slowly to avoid shock. Practice is not competition; it is natural training where the body leads and the mind follows. A story illustrates this: a man lost the rope to tie his camel. A wise one told him to perform the habitual tying actions without the rope. The camel, conditioned by routine, obeyed. The next morning, the camel would not move until the man mimed untying it. This shows how psychic patterns are bound by habitual ritual. Therefore, train the mind systematically through precise techniques. Agniśāra Kriyā, for example, must be done with correct posture—spine straight, knees grounded—to avoid injury and to massage the internal organs. It requires Bāhya Kumbhaka and Jālandhara Bandha, but beginners should first master the posture and movement without the breath lock. All practice integrates body, breath, and awareness to awaken inner wisdom. "Yoga is not a competition; it is something very natural. As you train your body, your mind will follow." "Habit is the second nature of a man. So, how do we get training out of our habit? Like that, our psychic, our mind, our senses will follow us." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

The practice combines Jālandhara Bandha, Bāhya Kumbhaka, and Agniśāra Kriyā to clear energy blockages. Bandha means to bind or hold; life's wrong actions create blockages causing suffering, while correct practice brings freedom. Jālandhara Bandha is performed by placing the chin near the collarbone, regulating thyroid energy when released. It can be done with Antar Kumbhaka, holding breath inside, or Bāhya Kumbhaka, holding breath outside. Agniśāra Kriyā must only be done with Bāhya Kumbhaka, as using Antar Kumbhaka creates harmful heart pressure. This Kriyā activates the Maṇipūra Chakra and digestion. The three techniques together aggressively activate dormant energy, creating physical change and mental calmness. Practice is individual; hold the breath only within your capacity. "Bandhan se nirbandhan kīnā." "Nauli and Agniśāra Kriyā are always done with Bāhir Kumbhaka." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A yoga practice begins with complete relaxation of the body and mind. Systematically release tension from the toes to the head, observing the natural breath. Practice postures with a relaxed body and calm mind, prioritizing proper form over quantity. Integrate specific techniques like bandhas to manipulate energy flow and pranayama to regulate breath and release blockages. These physical practices develop concentration and prepare the system for deeper spiritual techniques. Conclude systematically by becoming aware of the body and environment. "Yoga in daily life practices always begins with relaxation." "It’s not necessary that you have to do a certain number of postures, but it’s very important that you do them properly, systematically, and with a relaxed body."

Discipline is the foundation of spiritual practice and success in yoga. A lack of concentration and self-control is revealed when students move beyond simple instructions, showing restlessness instead of patience. True yoga calms the nervous system and develops self-awareness through controlled movement and thought. Observing one's behavior after practice, such as in a reception hall, shows whether the harmony of body and mind is understood. Discipline in all actions is essential, as is following a qualified teacher. Without sustained discipline and purification of the inner faculties—mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego—progress is blocked. Spiritual techniques require devotion to the master; without this fuel, practice remains inert. The ego must be mastered, not followed, and thankfulness must always be maintained toward the source of teaching. "Yoga is that which calms down your nervous system. Yoga is that which develops concentration and self-awareness, which means self-control." "Kriya Yoga techniques are effective only if you have purified your Antaḥkaraṇa. Purify your mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A guided relaxation practice for body and mind awareness. Withdraw from the external world and relax the entire body from toes to head. Become aware of the body and the natural breath. Observe the inhalation as the body expands and recharges with vitality, and the exhalation as it contracts and releases toxins. This conscious relaxation is a nourishment and a tonic, reducing unnecessary thoughts and stress. It is a form of meditation that leads to harmony, clarity, and the awakening of inner talents. Only you can support your body and mind to be free and relaxed. Practice this relaxation before any activity to revitalize yourself. "Relax, my friend, relax for the time being. Let me be one with myself." "This relaxation of Yoga in Daily Life is a tonic for your body and mind."

The path of Kriyā Yoga requires lifelong practice, renunciation, and discipline to attain health, happiness, and self-realization. Yoga is the practical union of all bodily functions. Neglecting practice leads to stress and illness, while consistent practice makes one a master. True happiness, or sukha, is a perfect, problem-free state attained not through material search but through renouncing desire, ego, and greed. Contentment makes material wealth like dust. Practice is essential; theory without it is worthless. Health is the primary happiness, followed by material sufficiency, a harmonious partner, obedient children, one's own dairy animal, a good neighbor, and mental peace through detachment and mantra. Breath is life; mastering prāṇāyāma balances the mind and intellect. Advanced Rājayoga kriyās purify consciousness and karma, but they require a mastered posture and a qualified disciple. Self-realization is assured at life's end, though diligent practice may accelerate it. A master seeks a disciplined disciple to transmit this knowledge, just as parents shape a child. "Practice makes perfect. Abhyāsa, Abhyāsa, Kuntī, Abhyāsa." "Renounce and enjoy. If you would like to be happy, then renounce." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Karma, kriyā, and spiritual discipline are the foundation. Selfish action yields binding fruits, while selfless, niṣkāma karma yields divine fruits. Your bhāva, or feeling, determines the fruit received. All action begins as thought and manifests as kriyā, the essential movement of life. The body, mind, and intellect all require their specific kriyās for nourishment and balance. Without disciplined movement and exercise, energy depletes. Haṭha Yoga provides foundational physical kriyās that purify and regenerate the body, requiring self-discipline and a master's guidance. From this foundation, one advances to breath control, mental exercises, and spiritual kriyās. This integrated Kriyā Yoga directs consciousness toward the highway to Self-knowledge, culminating in liberation through the Guru's grace. "Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam." "Self-discipline is the key to success." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

The ceremonial rituals of religion are a vital science for human life, not to be discarded. Many now distance themselves from religious practice, leading to a loss of essential ceremonies known as Karmakāṇḍa or Saṃskāras. These rituals, like naming a child according to astrological constellations or initiating first foods at auspicious times, create impressions that influence one's entire life and family well-being. Similar ceremonies exist across all faiths. Neglecting these practices disrupts the fine energies protecting family harmony, leading to societal disorder. Religion is the body and spirituality the soul; they cannot be separated. Ceremonies purify the atmosphere and maintain necessary social and familial relations. Their absence creates a world of conflict and suffering. One must practice religion normally and humbly, without fanaticism, to allow the spirit to be happy. "Spirituality is the ornament of human life." "Religion is the body and spirituality is the soul; they cannot be separated." Filming locations: Vienna, Austria.

Ethics, centered on non-violence and vegetarianism, is the foundation of spiritual life. A vegetarian diet provides complete strength and health, as demonstrated by champion vegetarians. It supports concentration, memory, and mental power, which surpass physical strength. Spirituality requires living these ethical principles, not merely studying them. True love is twofold: unconditional love for the divine and compassionate love for all creation, including voiceless creatures. Humans possess higher intellect but no right to destroy life. Spiritual realization is inherent, awakened through ethical living, satsang, and scripture study, which serve as mirrors for self-reflection. "Vegetarians have very good concentration and retain a good memory until the last minutes of life." "One who sees the enemy and the friend as equal and loves them, O Arjuna, that one is dear to my heart." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The eternal dharma is the innate nature and function of all existence. Dharma means the inherent duty of everything. The body's dharma is to be born, grow, and die. A tree's dharma is to sprout, grow, and produce seeds. Fire's dharma is to give heat; eyes' dharma is to see. Every sense, season, planet, and element has its own dharma. This dharma is eternal, existing since creation. Protect dharma, and dharma protects you. Going against nature brings suffering and nature's revenge. What is called religion today is sectarian teachings of saints. These sects create division, jealousy, and conflict. The human body is a battlefield of dharma, with ego and greed as inner enemies. Senses, especially taste and gender, are hard to master. The heart works ceaselessly, keeping its dharma; if it stops, life stops. Spirituality is the pursuit of purity, leading to cosmic consciousness. Do not convert with money; convince through love and understanding. Every creature is part of the universal one. The four aims of life apply to all creation. Everything grows towards the light, moving from darkness to light. The soul has no gender; karma determines rebirth. Fanaticism is wrong dharma; use discrimination. Follow the body's dharma to realize the divine within. "If you protect dharma, dharma will protect you." "Do not go against nature. Otherwise, nature will take its revenge." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The seminar's subject is spirituality and religion, aiming to develop spirituality. Ancient texts speak of one universal God. Spirituality is the ocean where all religious rivers meet. It is discovering one's self and relation to the Creator. All creation emanates from one single element, Brahman. Analyze the human body: it is controlled by the senses, the mind controls the senses, the intellect controls the mind, and the soul controls everything. The subtler an element, the more powerful it becomes. The invisible soul within is part of the supreme Creator. Direct the senses inward to discover this soul and achieve unity. This realization fosters love and ends conflict. Desires are an insatiable hunger. Mantra can satisfy the mind and lead to liberation. A realized yogi possesses contentment, not worldly wealth. The human body is like a coach; the senses are horses, the mind is the rider, and the soul is the king within. All religions, shaped by culture, aim for the one Formless God. The essence within everyone is the same divine light. "Religions are like rivers, and Dharma is the ocean." "From the Whole, the whole is created. From the infinite, the infinite is created, and still the infinite remains as it is." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Nāḍī Yoga is the path of sound leading to union with the supreme consciousness. Yoga is the eternal principle that unites individual consciousness with limitless space. This space, like the Ātmā, is indestructible and contains all existence. Within it is the supreme consciousness, and yoga harmonizes these into oneness. This unity is expressed as the sound Aum, the resonance of the supreme. Yogis meditate on this unmanifest, self-born sound, the light of life which is Śiva. From this resonance, the elements and countless universes arise. A yogi's consciousness can expand through these realms via sound, not the body. This is Nāda Yoga. Mantra practice aligns with this pure energy stream, the highway from form to formless. Achievement requires relentless practice and discipline, not mere theory. Most practice is overshadowed by selfish desire. True devotion is without desire, leading to everlasting realization. Mastery begins with a steady posture and awareness of one's energy aura. Concentration then focuses on the mantra and chakras. The first practical step is Brahmārī Prāṇāyāma, listening to inner sounds to ultimately hear the sound from the Self. This requires mastering the balance of the subtle channels. Progress is swift with discipline but lost without it. "Yoga is that divine principle which unites, harmonizes, and becomes one with space and consciousness." "Tons of theory is nothing compared with a gram of practice." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Kriya is the action of the soul. The word combines "kri" for action and "ya" for the soul. Patañjali defines Kriya Yoga as having three parts: tapas, svādhyāya, and Īśvara Praṇidhāna. Tapas involves purifying and strengthening the senses through techniques like the Haṭha Yoga kriyas, such as Netī for the nose or Trāṭak for concentration. The sister science of Āyurveda uses similar purification methods called pañcakarma. The second part, svādhyāya, is self-study through reading and contemplating ancient texts. The third is devotion to God. An advanced technique called Kriyā Yoga represents this full path. It is not given immediately; one must first practice diligently. Initiation is a personal matter between a prepared disciple and a master who has observed them. Daily practice after initiation changes one's entire being towards spirituality, purity, and understanding, guided by the master. "Tapas, svādhyāya, īśvara praṇidhānāni kriyā yogaḥ." "From that moment when you have received your kriyā initiation, your whole phenomenon changes towards spirituality." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

This evening's practice is Bhramarī Prāṇāyāma, a capsule technique for concentration and stress. It develops memory and aids those hearing constant inner sounds. It benefits the lungs, oxygen capacity, and artistic intuition. The practice stems from Nāḍī Yoga, where the Supreme is resonance, existing in both the universe and the human body. We perform the first step. Sit comfortably. Close the ears with fingers, close the eyes, inhale deeply, and make a humming bee sound. Concentrate on this sound within your inner space. It calms mental fluctuations, harmonizes the nervous system, and balances heart rhythms. It can also help lower high blood pressure. After the humming, place hands on knees and concentrate on the inner resonance while mentally repeating your mantra. "Everything is created out of resonance, and that resonance is still present in the entire universe and in our body." "This resonance will calm down the Citta Vṛttis. It will harmonize and balance the central nervous system and heart rhythms."

Trāṭak is a Haṭha Yoga practice of one-pointed concentration, best performed on a candle flame. It aids sleep, reduces stress, and improves concentration for those above ten years. Practice in a meditation posture, using a Guru Mantra if available. Close the eyes, relax the body and breath, and withdraw from external awareness. Open the eyes to gaze steadily at the flame's brightest middle point without blinking. After gazing, close the eyes and concentrate on the inner light perceived at the center of the brows, repeating the mantra. The flame's three sections—dark bottom, bright middle, and gray top—symbolize the guṇas: Rajas, Sattva, and Tamas. The practice concludes by internalizing the flame, chanting "Tamaso Mā Jyotir Gamaya," and extinguishing the candle. "Gaze on the middle point of the flame, or the tip of the middle flame, and you will not close your eyes without my instructions." "Become one with the flame, a beautiful tiny flame, and say mentally, 'Tamaso Mā Jyotir Gamaya.'"

The path from form to the formless is the journey of spiritual wisdom. The Upaniṣads are the gospel, the direct words of the master heard by the disciple sitting near. Only the words of a master who has realized the formless Brahman are true Guru Vākya. These words are seeds planted in the heart that bear fruit in season. The Bhagavad Gītā details this path through its teachings. For the human mind, worship of a personal God with form is advised initially. That form is a manifestation of the formless reality, appearing for the sake of the devotee. Surrender body, mind, and belongings to this. Intellectual knowledge alone is a thorny jungle, while devotion is a path of flower petals. The internal battle depicted in the Mahābhārata is between our own good and bad qualities. Practice mantra and sādhanā under true guidance. Desires are the root of all suffering. Calm them through discipline and meditation. The master's name is the boat to cross the ocean of illusion. "May the moon and sun change their direction, but the words of the Holy Saint, the Mahāpuruṣa, will never change." "The thread of love does not break. If you do break it, it will become a knot that your pulse cannot go through." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path requires spiritual discipline through specific principles. Enter the divine kingdom through sacrifice and renunciation. The first principle is austerity, the strength to endure situations without being offended. The second is work; without puruṣārtha, one attains nothing. Dharma, prosperity, duty, and liberation are realized only through disciplined action. Dependence—financial, physical, or emotional—is a source of suffering. Cultivate multi-talented readiness for any work to eliminate fear and attachment. Practice discipline and regularity in all things, including diet and conduct. Study sacred texts and introspect to know thyself. Renounce attachment to remain free while fulfilling your duties. Success is self-knowledge and becoming a guiding force, achieved through austerity, renunciation, study, and constant practice. "Without work, no one gets anything in the world." "Know thyself is the answer to all your questions and sufferings." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Love is eternal freedom; attachment is suffering and ignorance. Attachment persists across lifetimes like stretching cheese. It is a stain of ignorance causing fear and division. Love is clear light without demands. Attachment makes one dependent and afraid to be alone. It leads to suffering in relationships and even suicide, which traps the soul in darkness. Worldly possessions are not bad, but attachment to them is. Clean the mind with the rock of dispassion, the soap of discernment, and the water of devotion. Use mantra and prayer beads to dispel confusion and fear. Nothing is ever lost from memory, but practice harmonizes the mind. "Love is eternal, love is omniscient and omnipresent. Love is freedom, and love is oneness, the unity." "Where there is attachment, there is suffering. Where there is attachment, there is suffering and ignorance." Filming locations: Mahāprabhudīp Āśram, Czechoslovakia.

The gate of sacrifice opens the kingdom of the Lord. Human life is for rising above inner qualities. Whatever you see in others mirrors your own state. You bring nothing at birth; destiny and karma shape life’s course. Jealousy, anger, and hate are fires that consume you. Give love and respect, and they return manifold. Yet one negative quality spoils all positive merit, like a drop of lemon sours milk. Therefore, sacrifice every dear feeling through the gate of sacrifice. Brahman, the supreme truth, is one without gender duality. Incarnations manifest to protect dharma and destroy adharma. Renounce what disturbs you in others—that is the tapasya. Only the Lord’s equal vision can repair the broken heart. The paras stone does not see good or bad; it turns all iron to gold. Cry for the divine, not for transient human bonds. Self-realization is oneness beyond the body. Hold not my faults, O Lord, for you are known as equal vision; if you wish, carry me across. “Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice.” “Prabhujī, mere avaguṇa cita na dharo, samadṛṣṭi hai nāma tihāro, cāhe to pār karo.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Saṅkalpa is a promise to be followed without compromise. It is made through body, speech, and mind. This promise, even if selfish in origin, can be for a good cause. Breaking a saṅkalpa is like a bucket falling back into a deep well; retrieval requires great effort. Most of one's energy is spent on worldly distractions, leaving little for spiritual resolve. The human life is a rare chance to break the cycle of birth and death. One must therefore maintain discipline and not pollute the consciousness with negative thoughts. Utilize time in a divine atmosphere to purify oneself. "If you break your saṅkalpa, you lose it." "Even if I have to lose my life, I will not lose my words." Filming locations: Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India.

The holy Gaṅgā represents the spiritual path in a mortal world. The body is mortal, composed of five elements, and all who come to this world must leave. Human-realized knowledge is a universal heritage that must be passed on or it is lost. In this difficult age, true spiritual aspirants are rare, with distractions and broken family guidance leading many toward darkness. It is a great blessing to awaken spiritually. Merely seeing or bathing in the Gaṅgā brings purification, as it was sent to remove sin, but its time here is limited and signs of its future departure are seen. True understanding requires a pure heart, not social pretense or false claims of knowledge. Spiritual achievement requires the guidance, grace, and service of a true master, polishing the disciple like a diamond. All devotion ultimately flows to the Guru's feet, as rivers flow to the ocean. Study should begin with the Purāṇas, then the Upaniṣads and Vedānta, but knowledge must be coupled with true devotion, not dry intellectualism. Truth is essential, regardless of one's lifestyle. Protect the mind from negative impulses. Practice spirituality with humility, kindness, and flexibility in action, not rigidity or domination, just as a bending branch survives the storm. "Knowledge is above everything." "Gaṅgā is never dirty. She purifies everything." Filming location: Haridwar, India

The Guru's message awakens the soul through grace and devotion. A special energy arises from gathering with the Guru and saints. This energy is felt in places of pure devotion, like a temple where hope radiates from every offering. Bathing in sacred waters becomes a purification, a merging with the blessings left by the great souls. The bond among seekers during these times is profound. The Guru's role is to awaken the sleeping consciousness within, like a philosopher's stone turning base metal to gold. This transformation requires both the Guru's grace and one's own effort. Through dedicated practice, the heart is polished until it shines, ready to receive and nourish the divine presence. When the Guru's teachings are fully believed and lived, every action becomes golden. "The Satguru came onto this earth. He set his feet upon the ground and brought with him the knowledge and the richness of knowledge." "Without Guru Kṛpā, nothing is possible... without our own kṛpā, without loving ourselves, without truly believing we can do it... it still will not happen." Filming location: Haridwar, India

The holy Gaṅgā bestows blessings, freeing beings from past karmas. Destiny is created first, then the body is formed according to it. This destiny is shaped by all actions, every thought and step counted. The soul becomes trapped in the cycle of action and reaction. A true guide can alter this destined path. The ten senses are like horses pulling a coach, with the mind as the main, uncontrolled part. Attachment, born of expectation and desire, is the cause of suffering and rebirth. Love is free, while attachment has fear and boundaries. Within this coach burns the light of spiritual knowledge, the indescribable enlightenment. The true self, the king within, is formless and beautiful. Through discernment and intellect, a human can choose liberation. "First, destiny is created, and then, according to that destiny, the body is formed." "What God has spoiled, a saint can correct. But what a saint has spoiled, even God cannot correct." Filming location: Haridwar, India

Holy festivals awaken universal happiness and consciousness. All Vedic festivals spread happiness worldwide. They aim to awaken inner joy, brotherhood, forgiveness, respect, tolerance, and love. These celebrations are for everyone—children, women, families, and even animals and nature. The beauty of God is seen in all creation by opening the heart and clearing consciousness of jealousy and anger. Therefore, do not create conflicts between cultures or religions, as happiness is beyond borders. Great sages gave the opportunity to celebrate divine events. Every holy festival has a background leading to a happy end, connected with nature, God, and the environment. "Every festival of the Sanātana Dharma is aimed at awakening the happiness within oneself." "To be happy, to be content, to be free, these are the universal principles. No one has a copyright on this." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Live webcast of Swamijis evening Satsang from OM Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwarananda Ashram Education and Research Centre Jadan, Distr. Pali, Rajasthan , India on 1st of March 2010.

The eternal wisdom of India reveals the universe's truths. Ancient yogis and sages from this holy land discovered universal knowledge through direct experience and astral travel. They researched the soul's journey, declaring the microcosm reflects the macrocosm. They identified 8.4 million life forms and four birth processes. Desire is the root of all suffering, and only the individual is responsible for their destiny. The soul's purpose is to merge with the attributeless Self, Ātmā. This liberation requires the grace of a guru, as Self-knowledge cannot be gained through rituals alone. This eternal principle, Sanātana Dharma, governs all existence, like the water cycle. The individual soul is a drop that must merge into the ocean. A holy festival symbolizes truth's victory over falsehood, exemplified by the devotee Prahlāda's protection through faith and the defeat of ego. "Desire is the cause of suffering." "The root of liberation is the grace of the Guru."

The eternal science of the soul was revealed by the ancient sages. They researched the universe and declared that what exists in the cosmos exists within the human body. They brought forth astronomy, astrology, and the concept of endless universes. They revealed the individual soul, its journey through physical and astral worlds, and how its destiny is shaped by personal behavior and karma. Desire is the cause of all suffering. The sages discovered the journey's purpose is to merge back into the ultimate reality, the Ātmā. Self-knowledge cannot be attained by rituals alone but only through the grace of the Guru. This universal principle is Sanātana Dharma, which governs all natural cycles. The individual soul is like a drop; through grace, it merges and becomes the ocean. "Desire is the cause of all suffering—mental, physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social. You alone are responsible." "Only through the grace of the Guru can you attain ātmā-jñāna." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Today marks the sacred installation of a foreign-born disciple as a Mahāmaṇḍaleśvara, a historic first for this tradition. We begin with invocations for auspiciousness and the removal of all obstacles. This gathering celebrates the propagation of Sanātana Dharma across the world. The honoree, born abroad, has tirelessly spread Vedic culture. Such ceremonies occur to strengthen and expand a steady tradition. We acknowledge this break from precedent, as no foreigner has previously been given such sacraments or title here. This event is a divine offering within the eternal Sāṅkhya Yoga tradition of Kapila Muni. It is a day of great joy for our Dharma, seeing its growth globally. The disciple receives this honor to further the tradition's reach. We pray for his continued success in imparting pure wisdom everywhere. "Āj is doobte sansār me, mere gur ne mera janam safal kar diyā." "Samaya ke darpaṇ me, gur kā nām hī ratna hai; śiṣya use upahār ke rūp me pātā hai." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

Building of camp at KM 2010.-LOWwmv Musical recording.

Yoga is union, the state of super-consciousness beyond physical exercise. It is the merging into oneness, designed for divine connection, not merely for health. Understanding yoga fully makes one a yogi, yet confusion and doubt obstruct this. A story illustrates the peril of doubt: Garuda freed Rama but then doubted, asking if he was greater since God needed help. This single doubt destroyed his devotion, leaving him lost and unable to pray. He sought help from sages, but only nearing the saint Kagbhusaṇḍi did his devotion return, cured by the satsang's power. Satsang is the boat to cross life's ocean; without it, devotion is lost. Yoga requires strictness and sacrifice to attain divine consciousness, for doubt severs the essential trust. "Yoga, the word itself, means union." "Satsaṅg is a boat to cross this ocean, this worldly ocean."

Human life is for self-realization. The individual soul journeys through cycles of birth and death, bound by karma. The universal Ātmā is eternal and free. Realizing "I am Ātmā" ends this cycle. Intellect is the tool for this realization, requiring right education. This includes parental love, cultural respect, and spiritual wisdom. Destroying nature and manipulating lifeforms through ego creates global conflict. Spiritual education fosters family harmony and sees the divine in all. It is the essence of human dignity. "Ātmā is universal; Ātmā is eternal. Soul and ātmā are different." "All living beings are myself, my ātmā. That ātmā is the supreme one." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

Yoga is the state of union and oneness, not merely physical exercise. It is the merging of knowledge, knower, and object into super-consciousness. This union is the final destination. Separation from this oneness is suffering. A story illustrates the peril of doubt. Lord Rāma was bound by a serpent arrow. Garuḍa, his eagle vehicle, freed him. Afterwards, Garuḍa doubted Rāma's divinity, thinking his own help proved his superiority. This doubt destroyed his devotion, leaving him ill and lost. He sought help from deities, but none could cure this disease of doubt. He was directed to a crow saint, Kagabhūṣaṇi, who held satsaṅg. The cure required surrendering his ego to the humble crow. As Garuḍa neared the satsaṅg, his love and devotion spontaneously returned. Satsaṅg is the boat to cross the worldly ocean. Without it, devotion is lost. Life is fleeting, like morning dew. One must enter the divine kingdom through sacrifice and remain strict in practice. "Yoga means, the word itself, union." "Satsang is a boat to cross this ocean, worldly ocean." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

The nature of reality is examined through the dream of a king. Demonic energy can enter a person, making thoughts and actions cruel. A king dreamed of a prolonged and devastating war where he witnessed great suffering among his soldiers, whom he saw as his own children. He fled, wounded and exhausted, into a forest. Hungry and desperate, he was given food but was attacked by a dog who stole it. Upon falling, he awoke in his palace, realizing the entire ordeal was a dream. This illustrates that the perceived world may be as insubstantial as a dream, discernible only through Self-knowledge. A sage taught the king that all phenomena change, but the eternal Self is the unchanging witness of both dream and waking states. True knowledge liberates one from identifying with transient experiences. "Who knows if you are dreaming now or if it is reality? You will only realize this when you have Self-knowledge." "Everything is changeable in this world. Nothing is permanent... But one thing is not changing: that eternal, everlasting, immortal, and that is your Self." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

A morning yoga practice guides awareness and breath through a sequence of postures and relaxation. Begin by sitting, closing the eyes, and tuning into the atmosphere. Chant Om and move into Śavāsana for deep abdominal breathing, progressing to full yogic breath. Coordinate arm movements with inhalation and exhalation. Perform gentle stretches for the sides and whole body, followed by spinal twists. Engage the core with controlled lifts. Practice shoulder-opening movements and forward bends. Transition through poses like tiger stretch and lunges, integrating breath with motion. Conclude with a reading on discipline and a moment of quiet reflection. "Without discipline, there is no continuity, and without continuity, there is no success." "Therefore, practice with patience and wisdom." Filming locations: Dungog, New South Wales, Australia.

Nāḍī Yoga is a powerful path for spiritual development and self-realization. Nāda, or sound, leads consciousness toward cosmic awareness. Initial sounds like waterfalls or bees are physiological, linked to blood circulation. Ten subsequent sounds belong to the ten indriyas. The process advances as prāṇa and apāna unite at the navel, entering the suṣumnā nāḍī. This union creates a resonance called jhaṅkār, clearing the Svādhiṣṭhāna and Maṇipūra chakras. The awakening proceeds safely with Guru Kṛpā. Each chakra's petals unfold, bringing qualities like love and wisdom. The Mūlādhāra Chakra's four petals balance dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa. The kuṇḍalinī ascends to the sahasrāra cakra with a beautiful, indescribable resonance. Success is impossible without the Guru's grace, regardless of other efforts. Surrender at the Guru's feet brings freedom from all bondage. "Without Gurudev, we cannot be successful. You can do thousands of techniques, but you cannot be successful." "Without knowledge, you cannot achieve mokṣa." Filming location: Dungog, Australia