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Begin with breath and mindful movement to connect body and awareness. Lie down comfortably, aligning the body. Notice the natural breath, observing its quality and any restrictions. Deepen the breath, initiating a full yogic breath: inhale to expand the abdomen, then the chest; exhale from the chest down to the abdomen. Use initial stretches to awaken and lengthen the body, coordinating each movement with the breath. Move through postures like cat-cow to articulate the spine and camel pose to open the chest, always linking action to inhalation and exhalation. Practice standing postures for strength and balance, focusing on alignment and steady breath. Conclude with guided relaxation, systematically releasing tension from the feet to the head. Sit for prāṇāyāma, practicing alternate nostril breathing to purify the energy channels and balance the nervous system. Observe the flow of breath and energy without strain, cultivating a witness awareness. "Feel the abdomen press against the thighs, helping to move the air into the back of the lungs." "Prāṇāyāma strengthens the breathing system and has a direct influence on the nervous system."

Trāṭak is the practice of gazing on one point to develop concentration and purify the mind. The best object is a pure ghee lamp flame, a black dot on white paper, a leaf tip, or a sacred image. Never gaze at one's own face in a mirror, as it causes psychic problems. Gazing at the rising sun should be brief to protect eyesight. This practice removes fear, anxiety, and clears the inner instrument. After twelve years of unbroken daily practice, a siddhi is attained: the eyes gain a pure, kind look that attracts others. However, this siddhi does not come to those who persist in negative thinking. The practice awakens the goddess Sarasvatī in the throat and heart centers, bestowing eloquence, poetic ability, and artistic intuition. It illuminates the mental space, calms restless thoughts, leads to meditation, and can awaken the Kuṇḍalinī. It improves eyesight and gives power to words, making them meaningful and non-harmful. Practice must be done under the guidance of a qualified teacher and with a personal Guru Mantra; without these, one risks mental problems. To practice, sit straight with a flame at heart level at arm's length. After a round of mantra with closed eyes, gaze at the brightest part of the flame for up to one minute without moving the eyelids, even if tears come. Then close the eyes and focus inwardly on the light seen and the mantra. This cycle purifies the heart and words. "Gazing on that object means to develop concentration, purify the mind, to get rid of fear, anxiety, uncertainty, and to clear the antaḥkaraṇa." "After 12 years, you will get a siddhi... you will have a very pure, very kind, and merciful look in your eyes." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

Karma yoga is action as purification and a path to unity. The universal law of karma states every action causes a reaction that returns to you. Understanding this makes one alert to how all thoughts, speech, and deeds act upon oneself. Yoga is the balancing principle that reunites us with the wisdom of our original oneness. In our inner Self, we are all one; only outer forms create differences. Practicing yoga brings balance to body, mind, intellect, and emotions, leading to peace and connection. This experiential understanding comes only through doing, using ancient tools given by yogis. Karma yoga means to work in devotion, to give and help. Acting for the community brings joy and strength, mirroring inner purification. Outer work like clearing a field reflects clearing one's inner field; doing for others opens and purifies one's energy. We must consistently purify, as with daily weeding, observing and removing inner roots. A Self-realized master provides the practical tools and guidance to overcome subtle inner barriers and achieve the aim of human life: Self-realization, which is to realize God and become free from the binding cycle of karma. "what you do will come back to you. There is no exception." "the whole universe, each and every living entity, is my ātmā, my very Self. In origin, we are all one." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

Destiny is shaped by karma, and the ego's defiance cannot alter it. Our inner climate of thoughts and emotions constantly changes, reflecting a broader disharmony with nature. Yoga is the eternal principle that reunites us with our origin, harmonizing existence. The soul transmigrates through forms according to its karmic destiny, seeking release from the burdens of life. Death is inevitable for all beings, bound by time. While destiny is written at birth and is said to be unchangeable, guidance can offer protection from its course. The story of Rāvaṇa illustrates this: despite his power and efforts to defy a prophesied destiny for his daughter, his actions only fulfill it, proving that ego cannot overcome karmic law. Human life is an opportunity to practice yoga, purify the inner self, and escape the cycle of rebirth through selflessness and adherence to spiritual instruction. "God kills no one, and God is not the murderer. They will die while doing their bad karmas." "Every one of us has our destiny book. No one can change Vidhātā's writing." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

A morning yoga practice begins with breath and gentle movement to awaken the body. Lie comfortably and practice the full yogic breath, guiding air from the abdomen to the chest, using the hands as guides to feel the expansion and contraction. Develop a smooth, wave-like rhythm in the breathing. Proceed with gentle stretches while lying down, extending the limbs and twisting the knees toward the opposite shoulder to warm the hips and back. Move onto hands and knees for a tiger stretch, coordinating leg extensions with the breath. Rise to standing for side stretches and warrior poses, focusing on alignment, steady breathing, and maintaining length in the spine. Conclude with a relaxation, systematically releasing tension in the legs and allowing the mind to quieten, followed by a seated moment of awareness. "As you breathe in, draw the breath deep down into the bottom of the lungs and feel the abdomen expand." "With each exhalation, let your body relax deeper and deeper." Filming locations: Śrī Devapurījī Āśram, Dungog, Australia.

Yoga addresses back and neck care through a holistic system of postures, breath, and awareness. Many begin yoga due to spinal issues. The practice starts with gentle, therapeutic postures for conditions like disc problems or post-surgery recovery. Understanding the spine's natural curves is key to restoring alignment and health. Physical postures develop strength and flexibility, while relaxation techniques release muscular tension. Prāṇāyāma optimizes energy flow, aiding circulation and nervous system balance. Meditation helps manage pain by calming the mind and improving coping. Common issues like kyphosis or scoliosis stem from muscular imbalances and poor alignment. Practice brings awareness to these imbalances, using movement and breath to restore balance across the entire spine. "Practices such as relaxation, especially the muscle tensing and releasing techniques in yoga, are excellent for back and neck care." "In yoga physiology, we understand that when the spine is in correct alignment, energy flows more optimally." Filming locations: Dungog, New South Wales, Australia.

The origin of yoga practice is from Siddha Pīṭha, the holy seats of great saints, distinct from Śakti Pīṭha, the pilgrimage sites born from the Divine Mother's form. The divine play of Śiva and Śakti is a lesson for the intellect; misunderstanding leads to suffering. Siddhis, or miraculous powers, arise for yogis as obstacles. Using them from ego pulls one back into the cycle of birth and death. Attachment is the chain that prevents freedom, like a pigeon anchored from flight. The words of the masters are the guide. Disciplined practice and understanding lead to the world of the Siddhas, beyond birth and death. "Who cannot concentrate and are disturbed by temptation... the iron spoon, though it is in the pudding or in the honey, cannot taste, cannot have a taste of honey." "O Gurudev, I would like to go to that world with you, the world of the Siddhas, the Brahmalokas." Filming locations: Dungog, New South Wales, Australia.

Webcast of Swamijis evening satsang from Yoga Summer Seminar from Dungog, Australia recorded on January 1st 2010.

A morning yoga practice integrates movement, breath, and awareness. Use physical movement to create space within the body and fill that space with the breath. Coordinate stretching with inhalation to lengthen the body, consciously relaxing the opposite side. Seek symmetry and evenness in movement, bringing full awareness to each action. Incorporate twists to release tension in the hips and back, using the full exhalation to deepen the release. Postures like boat pose engage the core while maintaining a long spine. Flowing sequences like cat-cow mobilize the entire spine with the breath. Standing poses build strength and openness, requiring steady legs and a long spine. Forward folds encourage a release, initiated from the hips. Incorporate breath retentions to deepen the practice, but return to an easy rhythm if needed. Conclude by systematically relaxing the body, part by part. "Use the movement of the hands downwards to help empty the lungs completely." "Try to take the whole of your out-breath to take the knee across the body." Filming locations: Āśram, Strīlky, Kumbha Melā, Jādan, India.

Guru Pūrṇimā celebrates the light of the cosmic Self and the dawn of a new calendar year. Time is counted from the creation by Sadāśiva, but we use calendars for convenience. This day combines the full moon, Jupiter's day, and new year's eve, forming a potent spiritual constellation. Guru Pūrṇimā honors the first sunlight on Earth and all masters, notably Vedavyāsa, who preserved the Vedas as human memory declined. Modern pollution shortens lifespans and weakens memory. The Guru is the remover of darkness. The highest worship is meditation on the Guru's form and veneration of the Guru's lotus feet, a practice illustrated by the story of Durvāsā and Viṣṇu. The disciple's obedience to the Guru's word is paramount; breaking one's resolve is like a bucket falling back into a well. Liberation's root is the Guru's grace. The Guru principle is the creator, protector, and destroyer within. One must discern the diamond of the Guru-tattva from the physical form. We are fortunate to have this representation for worship. The merging of these auspicious times is beautiful for all devotees. "Gu means darkness, and Ru means light—that light of the cosmic Self." "Mokṣa, right, is given to the Gurudev, to Guru Tattva." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

Spirituality is the exclusive, positive energy sustaining the universe, while this mortal world is defined by birth and death. Ancient knowledge, the Veda, is a complete science of existence, containing insights modern research has yet to match. The current age, Kali Yuga, is marked by hybridization and a loss of natural purity, creating great hardship. In this time, devotion is the advised path, but it cannot stand alone. The four yogas—Bhakti, Karma, Jñāna, and Rāja—are interdependent. You cannot perform selfless service without love and knowledge, nor can you gain liberation without balancing life's four pillars: duty, wealth, righteous desire, and ultimate freedom. Practice harmonizes body, mind, and soul, purifying the inner instrument by cultivating virtues like love and discarding enemies like ego. True spirituality transcends religious borders and is the foundation for peace. "Kali Yuga kevala nāma ādhāra, sumira sumira nara ho’i bhava pāra." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

The livestock sector is a major contributor to environmental problems, and reducing meat consumption is a critical mitigation action. Unsustainable agriculture and consumption accelerate global warming. Livestock production causes severe land degradation, water issues, and biodiversity loss. It is among the top sources of greenhouse gases. A global reduction in meat consumption would free hundreds of millions of tons of cereals for human consumption. Mitigation actions can be low-cost and effective. Dietary change is a powerful means for individuals to contribute. "Cutting down on meat consumption would be an extremely effective way to mitigate emissions." "One meat-free day could cut an individual’s emissions by the equivalent of a 1,000-mile car trip."

A guided yoga practice integrating postures, breath, and meditation. Begin seated, warming the body with gentle circles and twists. Move through Cobra Pose, emphasizing a gradual lift from the head, a curve through the back, and relaxed shoulders. Practice a flowing sequence of postures including forward bends, backbends, and twists to move energy through the entire body. Follow with side stretches and a deep relaxation, systematically releasing tension from the feet to the head. Practice alternate nostril breathing to control the breath and guide prana, drawing concentration to the eyebrow center. Conclude with awareness of the physical, energetic, mental, and spiritual effects of the practice. "Start to lift the head and bring the chest forward. Try to feel the curve in the upper part of the back." "Prāṇa travels into the body on your breath. As we control our breathing, we are in control of the prāṇa in our body." Filming locations: Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Dungog, Australia

The practice of Trāṭak is a powerful Haṭha Yoga technique for purifying consciousness. Rain is a divine Kriyā, a blessing that sustains all life. Trāṭak is gazing on a single point to purify the mind and develop concentration. Modern technology has eroded human memory, which can be restored through this practice. It awakens intuition, opens the third eye, and controls dreams. This Kriyā also improves eyesight, digestion, and grants the power of fulfilled intention. All desires are the root of suffering; purification leads to fearlessness and the nectar of wisdom within. The form of the Supreme is resonance, uniting all elements. "Trāṭak is for purification: purification of the antaḥkaraṇa—mana, buddhi, citta, ahaṁkāra." "Vāsanā hi duḥkha kā kāraṇa hai. Desires are the roots or the cause of the problems." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

A guided yoga practice integrates breath, movement, and awareness. Begin by placing one hand on the belly and another on the chest, coordinating a deep, wave-like breath with the body's motion. Practice involves sequential postures starting with gentle stretches and moving through poses like Pavana Muktāsana, half butterfly movements, and seated twists. Focus on coordinating breath with each movement, using inhalation to initiate action and exhalation to deepen stretches or release. Maintain awareness of bodily sensations and differences between sides, adjusting effort for symmetry. Conclude with relaxation, observing the effects on the body, breath, and mind before transitioning to prāṇāyāma. "As you breathe in, draw the breath deep down into the bottom of the lungs." "Use your breath to soften any tension or tightness in the abdomen or lower back." Filming locations: Dungog, New South Wales, Australia.

A guided practice for level three postures and concentration integrates physical form with steady breath and focused awareness. Begin with preparatory movements, coordinating breath with arm circles to warm the body. Proceed into specific postures like Vyagrāsana, moving with inhalation and exhalation to arch and extend the spine. Inverted postures such as Viparīt Karanī Mudrā require caution for certain conditions and focus on renewal. Balancing forms like Garuḍāsana demand a single focal point and even breathing to maintain steadiness. Seated postures such as Vīrarāsana deepen concentration through a still gaze. Flowing sequences like Trikoṇāsana variations build strength and openness, always linking movement to breath. Conclude with relaxation, systematically releasing tension, and prāṇāyāma to settle the mind. "Keep your concentration on your point of focus and on your breathing." "Try to become as still as you can."

Kriya is any action, from blinking to cosmic motion, and through it we learn. Every source of learning, from a parent to an angry man, is a guru deserving gratitude. This thankfulness, symbolized by the salt of hospitality, creates loyalty and societal harmony. True education cultivates human culture and wisdom, not just information. The Satguru teaches the culture of the soul, possessing pure eyes that reflect the inner self. He is the savior whose satsang is a boat across ignorance; leaving it returns one to karma. The Guru seeks the disciple who, like the philosopher's stone, can be transformed. "From whom we learn, we shall be thankful." "Gurudev can turn the disciple into the Guru." Filming location: Dungog, Australia

Christmas celebrates the universal message of peace, love, and non-violence taught by all holy beings. This holy evening commemorates the birth of Jesus, a messenger of peace and love. His core commandment is "Thou shalt not kill," which is the principle of Ahiṃsā, or non-violence. All religions share this message of unity; conflict exists only in the human mind. Celebrations remind us to practice forgiveness, tolerance, and love year-round. Make a resolution today to live with harmony and understanding toward all. A practical step is adopting vegetarianism, aligning with the saintly protectors of life and helping the planet. True celebration means seeing everyone as brothers and sisters, ending conflict. "Love your neighbor means not only a husband and wife... but everyone next to you, every creature." "Thou shalt not kill. That is the message of Ahiṃsā." Filming locations: Dangong, New South Wales, Australia.

Anuṣṭhāna is a spiritual discipline performed to fulfill wishes, achieve goals, or foster spiritual development. It often involves fasting on specific days, like Mondays or full moon days, as planetary positions influence life. The nine planets balance each other, akin to chakras balancing the soul. Your destiny is fixed, but constellations can influence it, allowing some steering through practices like wearing specific stones. The ultimate steering power is Guru Tattva, the principle leading from ignorance to light. True practice requires understanding or following the Guru's word. Many obstacles and negative associations can deter one from satsaṅg, the spiritual gathering. Attending satsaṅg purifies the heart and cultivates universal love, for which saints have expressed deep longing. God is bound only by such pure love and devotion. A story illustrates the power of satsaṅg: a thief, despite his father's warning, accidentally hears a sage's teaching. This single sentence occupies his mind, demonstrating how sacred words can penetrate even a resistant heart and begin inner transformation. "Gu means darkness, and Ru means light; that one who leads us from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge, wisdom, or liberation." "God said, 'Nothing can bound me, nothing can hold me, only the love.'" Filming location: Dungog, Australia

God is one, formless and nameless, belonging to all. Humans create forms and names, leading to duality and conflict. An altar provides a personal space to offer love and find peace. Both worship of a personal and an impersonal God are valid, though a personal form aids devotion. Ego, the sense of "I" and "my," creates isolation; surrender builds connection. Spiritual realization requires personal effort and discipline, not passive waiting. Minor cracks of conflict in relationships destroy resonance and love, just as a cracked bell cannot sound. Speak with kindness, as harmful words create lasting wounds. Do not believe your efforts alone sustain spiritual work; a supreme power operates through all. Dedicate yourself to one path with devotion. "One man came to Mahāprabhujī and said, 'I don’t believe in God.' And Mahāprabhujī said, 'And what does God lose if you don’t believe in him?'" "Bani aisi boliye, man ka apa khoy... āpu śital hoy. Speak such a language... that it makes you also happy and peaceful." Filming location: Australia

The beginning of yoga is Śiva, the self-manifested cosmic consciousness and light of life. This Śiva Jyoti is the universal light appearing through its own will. It manifests through the five living elements: space, fire, water, air, and earth. The individual soul is a spark of that cosmic Self. Through spiritual practice, the soul shines and moves toward self-realization. This requires a sattvic diet and lifestyle to cultivate the inner vital energy, ojas. True nourishment also comes from spiritual company, satsaṅg. The ultimate aim is the soul's union with the Śiva Jyoti. This final liberation depends utterly on the grace of the Guru. "The ultimate truth is only one, that is Śiva, Swayambhū, Śiva Jyoti—not this material body, but the light through which the entire universe is illuminated." "Self-Realization cannot take place without Gurudeva... the liberation, final union with the cosmic Self or with that Śiva Jyoti, is only when the Guru Kṛpā is there." Filming location: Australia

The Jadan Ashram hospital project and the spiritual lineage are discussed. A hospital in rural Rajasthan now operates, beginning with a dental department. An eye camp revealed a critical need, as many become blind unable to afford a 30-euro operation. The Guru Paramparā lineage transmits yoga's light from master to disciple, originating from Śiva through Śrī Alāpurījī. A journey to Śrī Devpurījī's cave in the Himalayas involved mystical experiences, including hearing his name and witnessing a light phenomenon interpreted as a blessing. A climb on Alakpurī mountain taught the lesson to live fully in the present moment. Scientific measurement showed meditation produced peak brain function. Support for the eye clinic is requested. "Please, if you can and wish to help, give the light of eyes to people in Rajasthan." "Always live in the present. That is the main thing." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A spiritual orientation is given at the Dungong Ashram in the Blue Mountains of Australia, amid pristine forests. Three programs are offered: a Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna for seasoned vegetarians with long-term mantra practice; a Yoga in Daily Life Mantra Anuṣṭhāna teaching practices for self-realization; and a junior program for children’s development. The purpose of coming is not for criticism, observation, gossip, or disturbance. Withdraw within and project the inner self into the outer nature. Contemplate the sense of life. Examine past experiences of happiness and suffering, and their causes. Assess the present state and decide a future direction toward harmony. Ask the fundamental questions: Who am I? From where did I come? What is the purpose? Where will I go? Only the self can provide these answers. The three tāpas, fires of suffering tied to karma, persistently disrupt. Past is past; do not dwell on it. Begin now to clear the future path. Inner purification, like cleaning the mind, is essential. Outward order reflects inner state. Through practice, the mind is cleansed. This leads to unchanging happiness and realization of the universal Brahman. "You didn’t come here to criticize others. … withdraw thyself within thy inner world and project thy inner self into this outer world." "Do not waste your time thinking about the past. Begin where you are now to clear up your future path." Filming location: Australia

A message of peace from Aotearoa, sharing the legacy of Parihaka's passive resistance. My ancestors, led by Te Whiti and Tohu, chose to share land and not fight when faced with invasion in 1881. They removed survey pegs and were arrested, embodying a philosophy of peace. Their message, symbolized by the three feathers of the Raukura, is "Glory to God on the high, peace on earth, and goodwill to all mankind." This history involved great suffering, particularly for the women, and its healing continues. The monthly gatherings on the 18th and 19th persist as a place for talk and resolving grief. Manaakitanga, to care for each other, is our strength. We must unite as tribes to bring balance and peace, teaching our youth their culture and values to build future leaders. Our connection to those who have passed keeps us strong. This is a message for the world to unite. "Glory to God on the high, peace on earth, and goodwill to all mankind." "People wanted to own it, and our people only wanted to share it." Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand

The eternal truth of Sanātana Dharma reveals the immortal Self and the journey of the soul. Sanātana Dharma, the eternal religion, believes in one universal God, Brahman, formless and omnipresent. The universe contains cosmic consciousness and individual consciousness. Space is the mother’s body; the cosmic embryo is the golden egg. Yoga balances and unites space and consciousness. Sanātana means everlasting, immortal—the Self that cannot be destroyed. The Self is never born and never dies; it is immortal like space. The soul, however, is in transit, caught in desires and negative qualities. These qualities create negative energy, trapping the individual soul. The unconscious stores karmas from past lives. The subconscious begins at conception and holds all impressions. The conscious level is awakened experience through the senses. Purification comes through love, meditation, and mantra. Universal love is essential, not clinging to one person. Through purification, higher consciousness unfolds like a flower’s petals. Ultimately, one realizes oneness with the cosmic Self. Satsaṅga teaches respect for all religions; forgiveness and love lead to peace. “You are immortal. You are never born, and you will never die. You exist forever, and you will continue to exist.” “The purpose of practicing meditation, the purpose of practicing mantra, the purpose of prayers and doing something good — all of it moves in one direction: that one day we may become one with the Supreme.” Filming location: Raumati Beach, New Zealand

The law of karma governs all action and its inevitable result. Every deed, conscious or unconscious, yields a corresponding fruit. The human intellect allows us to discern our actions and choose wisely, unlike other creatures bound by instinct. From birth, karma accumulates like a growing snowball, creating suffering and destiny. The sun of wisdom, or divine knowledge, melts this accumulation, leading to liberation from the cycle of rebirth. We are victims of past actions, experiencing repeated disappointment and separation through countless lives. Adherence to truthful guidance protects one, as a child heeds a warning about fire. Collective karma also manifests, affecting even the good during widespread calamities. Liberation is achieved by awakening to the true Self, ending this karmic bondage. "Anything you do, first try to understand or see the form of your deeds." "Whatever we do, that is called inhale, exhale. It means anything which happens through being, or we do consciously or unconsciously, is called every action, which is done according to the cause, will have its fruits."

The discipline of mantra and integral yoga reveals the path to divine union through devotion, action, and purification. Mantra practice progresses through five levels: Likhit, Vācik, Upāṃśu, Mānasik, and Ajapā. Vācik, or chanting, includes kirtan, the repetition of God’s name, and bhajan, which adds teachings on devotion and worldly problems. Integral yoga intertwines Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, Jñāna, and Hatha Yoga, each supporting the other like body organs. Hatha Yoga consists of six purification techniques: Neti, Nauli, Basti, Kapalbhati, and Trataka. Neti cleanses the nose with salty water, Kapalbhati follows, and Trataka develops concentration and willpower. These practices enhance immunity against disease. Gaṇeśa is the first deity remembered, as the remover of obstacles; the cosmic law requires his adoration before any undertaking. A story tells of Shiva failing until he first honored his son Gaṇeśa. The Mūlādhāra Cakra is the seat of Gaṇeśa, the base and cause of balance. Bhajans create detachment from attachment, which is the cause of death and rebirth. The ultimate aim is Ajapā japa, where the mantra repeats spontaneously in all consciousness states, purifying karma and freeing the soul. Love alone binds the divine; no other tie can hold God. "I mostly reside there where my devotees sing my name with love." "Only one thing can tie me, which I cannot break—and that is love, the love of the devotee for God." Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand

A tree symbolizes our return to living in harmony with nature. We have become separate from the natural world. Seeing people embrace natural ways is heartening. Planting a tree is like giving birth to a child; it stays with you always. May this tree stand as a symbol of everlasting peace among all peoples. May those who come under it find harmony of body, mind, and soul. May they realize eternal peace. "Planting one tree is like giving birth to a child." "I wish that this tree stands here as a symbol of everlasting peace." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

The greatest human problem is communication. Selfishness is the root of conflict and all troubles. Complaining about others reveals an inability to communicate or sheer selfishness. When selfish desires are not fulfilled, that selfishness transforms into intense anger. You must practice discipline in both theory and action. Avoid creating sound pollution and respect others. Peace begins in one's own heart. Speak only what is necessary and do not scream, as speaking loudly consumes great energy. Meditate every day with a mantra to find inner peace and understanding. Do not just talk—act. Where there is conflict, both sides lose. First, communicate with yourself through meditation. Do not say you do not believe; that is an expression of ego. Everything has a divine meaning and purpose. Strive to solve conflicts and do not see only negatives in others. "Complaining about someone, an organization, or any person is a grave mistake. It is a sign of your own incapacity." "Peace begins in one’s own heart. Charity begins at home. A better world begins from one’s own side." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The spiritual path begins with an innate thirst for wisdom, cultivated from childhood observation and shaped by early influences. Consciousness develops through duality, discerning likes and dislikes. Children observe parents and the world, forming intellect and will. Parental conflicts create subconscious impressions carried into adulthood. Spiritual understanding is often introduced young, but later corrupted by religious fanaticism and discrimination, creating inner conflict. Parents have a duty to provide vegetarian nourishment and free education; their choices create karmic results for themselves. Without right guidance, youth lack direction. Spiritual aim becomes an inner search, making one receptive to all related wisdom. This thirst grows. The path requires collecting scattered spiritual insights into a focused direction. Temptations and negative talk are obstacles like thorns. Spiritual practice becomes a daily, addictive routine leading to self-realization. One begins to seek spiritual atmosphere and teachings constantly. All experiences become nourishment for this hunger. A single moment of profound insight can ignite the journey. The Guru is the transformative force that liberates one from the cycle of karma, birth, and death. "Everything your inner self tries to swallow, everything you are grasping." "Now I found happiness at the shelter of the Gurudeva. Like the heavy waves again become calm in the ocean." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The path to freedom is liberation from the prison of ignorance and desire. Every creature struggles for freedom, yet remains bound by emotional, intellectual, and social chains, with the heaviest being ignorance. This bondage is illustrated by a bird with an open window but a chain and weight on its leg, seeing the path but unable to fly. Ignorance creates unreality, a dream from which one must awaken to the light of wisdom. The soul is bound by karma, created by desires born of ignorance. Even gods cannot break this cosmic law of cause and effect. Freedom is self-realization, knowing the universal, immortal ātmā that fire cannot burn and weapons cannot kill. Reduce desires and burdens through prayer, meditation, and mantra, or by cultivating pure, childlike love and compassion. Be a guiding light for others through service, for helping hands are greater than folded hands. Ultimately, liberation depends on your own effort to renounce negativity and perform good actions, becoming so innocent that divinity itself comes to you. "Lead us from unreality to reality. Lead us from darkness to light. Lead us from mortality to immortality." "The desires are the result of the troubles, or a cause of the troubles: the desires." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

The practice of self-observation is a path to self-mastery. Begin by writing down every thought, categorizing each as positive, negative, or mundane. Review them nightly to understand their balance and significance. After one week, add a column for your accompanying physical and emotional feelings. Then, measure your physiological reactions, like blood pressure, before and after reviewing negative and positive entries. This reveals the direct impact of thought on the body. Selfish thoughts may feel good briefly, but selfless actions generate healthy energy within. Giving, when done with love, releases tension and fosters well-being, while receiving with gratitude also creates happiness. Refusing with anger harms your health, but a polite refusal does not. In meditation, analyze your thoughts by asking: what did I think, why did I think it, what should I think, and why should I think it? Do not waste energy on unchangeable thoughts; surrender them. Finally, track how often your thoughts are worldly versus devoted to God, noting the difference between selfish and selfless prayer. True devotion requires consistent gratitude, as nothing can be hidden from God or your own inner self. "Your Self will never produce any thought if it has no meaning." "Happiness is in giving, not in receiving." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

This lecture details the Śaṅkha Prakṣālana and Kunjal Kriyā purification techniques. Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is the cleansing of the entire intestine using warm, lightly salted water, performed early in the morning on an empty stomach. It involves drinking water and performing specific movements and postures to guide the water through the system. This practice is beneficial for conditions like high blood pressure and digestive issues but is not advised for those under 15, individuals with active ulcers or hernias, or pregnant women. Preparation includes a light diet the prior evening. The process continues until the expelled water runs clear. A strict diet must follow for at least one week, avoiding alcohol, meat, fish, eggs, and raw foods. Kunjal Kriyā is the cleansing of the stomach, performed after Śaṅkha Prakṣālana by drinking unsalted water to the point of fullness and then voluntarily expelling it. This practice helps purify the stomach and can aid those with bronchial asthma. The session concludes with rest and a meal of specially prepared kicharī. "The best time to do Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is in March, the beginning of September, the end of May, and before the winter." "After Śaṅkha Prakṣālana, you have to keep a diet for at least, strictly, seven days, one week, and up to one month." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sustainable living requires limiting consumption to preserve Earth's delicate balance. Human activity disrupts the natural order through concrete expansion, pollution, and resource depletion. Practical steps include reducing paper use by reading emails on screens and reusing paper. Choose food sources carefully, preferring fresh, local produce and being mindful of genetic modification. Preserve vegetables by drying or freezing instead of repeated reheating. The human body is a temporary instrument for spiritual progress. Maintain health through disciplined daily practice, transforming physical exercise into active meditation by uniting body and mind with awareness. This harmony fosters the dispassion necessary for spiritual growth. "Limit your needs in everyday life." "Your work is your worship." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Trāṭak is the sixth Haṭha Yoga purification, a practice of gazing on one point to concentrate and purify the sight. It uses a candle flame, a black spot, or the rising or setting sun, never direct sunlight. The flame is placed at arm's length, which strengthens eyesight and helps those who are short- or far-sighted. It trains the mind to focus on one point, calming scattered thoughts and vrittis, leading toward one-pointedness and meditation. Practice requires a peaceful place without drafts or disturbances, wearing loose, natural clothing to contain energy. The ideal flame height is at the heart center, as gazing on the outer light opens the heart chakra and leads to perception of the inner light. Pure ghee lamps are best, but a non-smoking plant-based candle is acceptable. Begin by gazing at the middle of the flame for 30 seconds, then close the eyes to observe the afterimage, repeating this cycle three times. Keep the body and eyes still, relaxing the eyebrow center. Do not practice if overly tired, or if experiencing schizophrenia or depression. "Trāṭak is not relaxation; it is not meditation. It is concentration." "Take this light, this flame, inside. This light is the symbol of the highest Self." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The meaning of "Kī Jai" is a declaration of divine victory. We begin endeavors under divine protection, acknowledging the divine will acts through us. The phrase signifies glory to that consciousness. This must be sincere, not mere formality. In spiritual understanding, the divine is beyond gender, though the feminine principle as the mother of the universe is highly revered. Consciousness disturbances manifest as difficulties in accepting natural gender expressions, which are disorders to be corrected. At a higher level, there are no such differences; perceiving them indicates a lower consciousness. Practical health stems from natural living. A 102-year-old man attributed his vitality to consuming pure cow ghee and avoiding tea, alcohol, cigarettes, and eggs. He died consciously, a devoted soul. Modern food is artificial and adulterated. We must eat seasonal, local, organic produce when possible. Consume fresh, home-cooked meals, avoiding leftovers. Vegetables should be lightly cooked and properly combined. Never buy pre-ground spices; purchase whole spices and grind them fresh to preserve essential oils and benefits. This practice revitalizes the body. Authentic yoga practice requires proper attire to contain energy, derived from ancient scriptures. Lead a practical life, preparing food at home with knowledge and care. "Formality is insufficient; it must come from the heart, from trust and belief." "Nature gives us correctly exactly what we need when we need it." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga's essence is the six purification techniques, or Ṣaṭkarma, for cleansing the body and balancing energy. Our polluted modern environment necessitates these natural cleansings using water, salt, and air. These practices purify the physical system and uniquely influence the vegetative nervous system, which is typically beyond our control. The goal is to balance the Iḍā and Piṅgalā energy channels, allowing the central Suṣumnā to flow. This mastery brings many benefits, fostering willpower and overcoming inertia. Regular purification, especially during seasonal changes, removes metabolic waste that causes illness and stagnation, keeping energy flowing. Specific techniques like Netī cleanse the nasal passages, while Agni Sāra and Naulī stoke the digestive fire. These are potent tools that require proper guidance from an experienced teacher regarding the correct method and timing. "Haṭha Yoga is not only that we clean and purify our whole system, our whole body, but it also has a great, very great effect on our nervous system, especially the vegetative nervous system." "When they are balanced, then the third one, the Suṣumnā Nāḍī, will start to flow." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Strict discipline and unwavering devotion are the path to self-realization. Yoga demands strict discipline with no compromise. Doubt is a minor crack creating major obstacles. Temptations are illusions with no foundation. Many human beings lack human qualities. A thirsty man encountered an owner who refused to give water himself. The owner said to wait for “some person” to come. The thirsty man replied, “You can become a person.” A shepherd offered wisdom to a depressed professor but could not apply it to himself. Knowledge must be put into practice for self-realization. Mahāprabhujī once tested Gurujī by offering to fulfill any wish. Gurujī wished only to remain his devotee in every life. When the Guru holds your hand, you need nothing else. Unconditional love for the Guru brings all grace. The Guru’s words are eternal and true. Taking shelter at the Guru’s feet ends all seeking. Putting theory into practice opens the door to self-realization. "When my Guru Deva is standing beside me, what more should I expect?" "If I have more lives, then in every life, bless me to be your devotee." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Kumbh Melā originates from the divine nectar sought for immortality, with drops creating four holy river sites where its celestial influence periodically manifests. The aim of human life is self-realization of the immortal Ātmā, free from karma, achieved through active meditation woven into daily life. Active meditation is love in action: helping others, respecting all life, and seeing divine beauty in creation. Formal practice harmonizes body and mind through postures like Vajrāsana and sequences such as Kaṭuparaṇa, which balance the nāḍīs and awaken spiritual energy. "The soul has to suffer the karma, but the Ātmā is free from karma." "Helping hands have more value than just folded hands." Filming location: Warsaw, Poland

Meditation is the practice of reuniting individual consciousness with its cosmic origin. The universe began as empty space, the body of the Divine Mother, containing inactive consciousness known as the golden embryo. The balancing principle between them is yoga, meaning harmony and union. A divine will declared "I am one, and now I will multiply myself," initiating creation through the sound AUM. This vibration formed the elements, suns, and planets like Earth. Life emerged in 8.4 million forms, with humans possessing intellect. The soul journeys through cycles of rebirth. The aim is self-realization, to answer "Who am I?" beyond body, mind, and intellect. Human life requires education for survival and for liberation. Life rests on four pillars: duty, wealth, responsibility, and ultimate freedom from rebirth. Spiritual practice merges the individual soul with cosmic consciousness. A guide is needed to move from darkness to light. The true master is one to whom the heart surrenders. Practice involves mantra, healthy living, and meditation to awaken inner energy centers and achieve union. "Yoga means harmony. Where there is harmony, there is union, unity, oneness." "Who am I? I am not this body. I am not these senses. I am not this mind." Filming location: Warsaw, Poland

Spiritual development is founded upon daily practice, known as Nitya Karma. This encompasses specific spiritual actions performed each day. Upon waking, one greets the altar and offers a prayer for guidance. The daily routine, including personal care, work, yoga practices, and mantra repetition, constitutes this essential discipline. It protects from negative energies and supports spiritual growth. Life is an ocean of worldly illusion. Returning home, evening prayers cleanse the karmic dust accumulated from the day's thoughts, words, and actions, offering relief and surrender. To progress, one should become initiated, Gurumukhī, following a master's guidance which emphasizes non-violence, or ahimsā. Non-violence is the yogī's path, extending beyond physical action to include thoughts and emotions; a negative thought is itself a form of violence. Spiritual development cannot flourish where violence exists. Prayer is a direct anti-stress technique, fostering confidence in the morning and peace in the evening. True prayer seeks the well-being of all beings. Mantra is the scientific practice of repeating the divine name. This vibration awakens energy within the body, purifies consciousness, and is the essence of spirituality. When practicing mantra or yoga, proper, modest attire helps retain one's spiritual energy. Presence is key; where your attention rests, there you truly are. "Prayer is, first of all, an anti-stress technique." "Mantra is essence, like the cream of the milk. Similarly, the mantra is the essence of spirituality." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A guided relaxation and āsana practice progresses from physical awareness to breath and subtle energy. Begin by lying comfortably, focusing awareness on the navel and using exhalation for deep relaxation. Practice Śaśāṅkāsana, first relaxing the physical body, then becoming aware of the breath within the posture, and finally perceiving the energetic flow to specific centers. Subsequent side-lying postures prepare the body and nasal passages for prāṇāyāma. Seated breathing practice alternates inhalation and exhalation through the nostrils to purify and balance the energy channels. Conclude by chanting Oṁ to feel the vibrational energy within and throughout the space. "Especially utilize the exhalation for deeper relaxation." "Become aware of which area of your body you feel now, where the energy is flowing." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Spiritual development is our natural state, cultivated through conscious living rather than formal education. It begins before birth in the astral world and is nurtured by the loving care of parents from our first breath. True spirituality is expressed in daily actions: understanding others' suffering, serving those in need, and living with kindness. It is not found solely in prayer or meditation but in practical compassion, like giving food to the hungry or water to the thirsty. Our thoughts, diet, and associations shape our spiritual growth. Positive thinking and selfless service are the core of spiritual practice, far outweighing mere ritual. The human body is divine, given to us to develop spiritually by transferring our desires into divine love, which is the ultimate aim of life. "Helping hands has more value than folded hands." "Seva dharma is the greatest dharma." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

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Yoga Nidra is a state of conscious sleep, a deep relaxation with full awareness. Prepare by finding a comfortable position to remain motionless. Begin by forming a Śaṅkalpa, a positive resolve for yourself and others, repeating it three times. Relax the body completely through a detailed scan from the toes to the crown of the head. Bring awareness to the breath, feeling the prāṇa flow in the abdomen, chest, and throat. Listen to the inner sound of the breath, so'ham. Conclude by reaffirming your Śaṅkalpa three times, then gradually return awareness to the body and the surroundings. "Try to remain motionless throughout the entire practice, not moving, while at the same time staying awake and not falling asleep." "Relax completely, but remain fully aware, conscious of the energy flow." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Spirituality is the duty of a pure life, not mere prayer. It requires action for the world's benefit, as human life carries unique responsibility. Dharma is obligation; protecting it ensures it protects you. All spiritual achievement occurs only through the physical body, which is your sole instrument for action and sādhanā. Therefore, your primary duty is to care for this body with healthy living. It is a divine temple, not for torture but for work. Understand it through yoga to awaken inner energy and the guiding intellect, viveka. The Self resides within this body. Regular satsaṅg is essential nourishment for the ātmā, more vital than breath for spiritual development. It provides the knowledge that dispels desire, the root of suffering. Persist on one path with discipline to become a guiding light. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣita: if you protect your dharma, your dharma will protect you." "Where are you searching me, my friend? I am with you. Out of the city is my hut, and my residence is in your breath." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

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One's future is determined by the karma one performs; that destiny is formed and concealed within the womb of prarabdha. True dharma is non-discrimination against any being, not merely human service, for compassion must extend to all life, including the living earth. Human ego and ignorance, like chemical fertilizers, inflict injustice and invite nature's retribution. A contented person is truly happy, while wealth without contentment is suffering. Detachment transcends all desires. The greatest error is claiming human service as the highest dharma; the highest is serving the mother. True yoga is the cessation of the mind's fluctuations. "Since such words came into use, people have increasingly started eating meat. Compassion... It is said there is life even inside trees." "A satisfied man is always happy. Even with wealth like elephants, horses, jewels, and mines, one is not truly satisfied." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

A systematic yoga practice progresses from relaxation through āsanas to prāṇāyāma. Begin with relaxation in Ānanda Āsana, consciously releasing the body from toes to head and relaxing the nervous system. Coordinate breath with movement, using the full yoga breath. Practice āsanas like Vīrāsana for concentration and Trikoṇāsana in its variations to stretch the sides, increase spinal flexibility, and balance the nervous system. Perform balancing āsanas such as Ekapāda Uttānāsana and Haṃsa Āsana to develop stability and focus. Conclude with Sūrya Namaskār to energize the body, followed by deep relaxation. Sit for prāṇāyāma, practicing alternate nostril breathing to calm the mind and harmonize the brain's hemispheres. This integrates physical, mental, and energetic levels. "Relax all the nerves of your body." "This breathing calms the mind and gives balance and harmony to the whole body." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A systematic practice of the third level of Yoga in Daily Life. Begin with Om chants, relaxation, and full yoga breathing to calm and oxygenate the body. Proceed through specific asanas, starting with dynamic movements from a kneeling position to increase spinal flexibility and strengthen core muscles. Practice shoulder-supported postures to strengthen the back and regulate bodily functions. Incorporate inverted positions to influence energy flow and circulation. Advance to backbends, balance poses, and a complete sequence of Sun Salutations, integrating breath, movement, and mental focus. Conclude with alternate nostril breathing to harmonize energy and bring balance to the mind and body, followed by final relaxation. "Feel how this mantra fills your whole inner environment." "This practice is improving the flexibility of the spine and the mobility of the hip joints." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India