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The practice of Yoga in Daily Life continues systematically from Level Two, beginning with relaxation and progressing through specific āsanas and prāṇāyāma. A session starts with three Oṁ chants and deep relaxation in Ānanda Āsana, consciously releasing tension from toes to forehead. The full yoga breath is practiced, coordinating a three-part wave with movement. The āsana sequence includes Meru Pṛṣṭhāsana for spinal flexibility and energy, Catuṣpada Āsana for stretching and organ function, and Cakrāsana for posture and digestion. Each posture is performed with attention to breath, comfort, and the resulting physical and energetic effects. The practice concludes with prāṇāyāma to balance breath channels and a meditation preparation, ending with chants for peace. "Āsana means, except for other meanings, also comfortable. So āsana should be a comfortable position." "After exhalation, try to feel the complete relaxation of all the muscles and the inner peace, and stop all the movements in your body." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Devotion's essence is found in the company of saints and the discourse of sacred stories. The primary devotion is satsang, association with the holy. Listening to the words of saints transforms life. One must imprint these words upon the heart. From all the discourse, take at least one word and hold to it firmly. This single word assures welfare and brings liberation. Practice is essential; without it, knowledge is useless. The purpose of human life is service and self-knowledge. Without seeking the soul and the supreme soul, this precious human birth is wasted. The aim is to awaken spiritual consciousness and know thyself. "First bhakti, number one, is the company of saints, satsaṅga." "From all these satsangs happening... at least take one or two words... hold on to that one word and leave." Filming location: UK

The human birth is a supreme fortune granted for spiritual practice. A mantra is the power to control invisible forces. Through prescribed discipline alone is perfection attained, liberating the consciousness from karma. The individual self is a mixture of spirit and non-spirit, bound by desires and actions. Systematic spiritual practice, built step by step, leads to the highest stage. The proof of devotion is in the final utterance. The Guru is the creator, preserver, and liberator—the very embodiment of the Supreme. Great souls merge with the omnipresent Brahman. True attainment comes through spiritual feeling. The world's greatest need is peace, cultivated through love and righteous conduct in every relationship. Liberation is found at the Guru's feet. "Only through vidhi does one attain siddhi." "Gurur Brahmā... Gurur Sākṣāt Parabrahma." Filming location: UK

The practice advances to the second level of āsanas and prāṇāyāma. Level two introduces seventeen postures, beginning and ending on the floor with standing poses in between. This level engages the real practice of āsana. Each posture follows a sequence: start from a position of concentration, move into the form, then either hold with normal breath or return. The effect is felt upon returning. Practice begins with OṂ, breathing, and relaxation. Full yoga breath combines abdominal, thoracic, and clavicular parts into a wave. Movement is then added to this breath. Āsanas include Śaśāṅkāsana, Meru Ākaraṇa Āsana, Bhūnamanā Āsana, Aśva Sanchalāsana, Utthāna Prastha Āsana, and standing poses like Hasta Uttānāsana and Akaraṇa Dhanur Āsana. Each has specific benefits and some contraindications. Practice concludes with systematic relaxation, alternate-nostril prāṇāyāma to balance energy and brain hemispheres, and OṂ chanting. "Every āsana has its starting position, in which you concentrate on the movement and the āsana you will perform." "The breathing can guide you very deep inside towards your inner self." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A guided yoga practice integrates physical postures, breath, and relaxation to harmonize body and mind. Begin by finding a comfortable seated position and chanting Om to center awareness. Systematically relax each body part while deepening the breath. Practice full yoga breath by consciously guiding inhalation and exhalation through the abdomen, chest, and collarbones. Coordinate this breath with gentle stretching and twisting movements to increase spinal mobility and release tension. Perform seated exercises like rowing and forward bends to stimulate digestion and strengthen muscles. Conclude with deep relaxation and a breathing technique to purify energy and connect with the inner self. The entire process cultivates awareness, releases toxins, and prepares one for meditation. "Feel the vibration of Om within yourself, as well as outside." "The breathing process is a bridge which connects your body with your inner self." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Welcome to the practice of Yoga in Daily Life, a complete system for health and spiritual development. This system originates from an authentic Himalayan lineage. It is presented in a book of eight levels, each containing physical, breathing, and mental exercises, including purification techniques and meditation. A core principle is Karma Yoga, the practice of selfless service and love for all beings. The practice also advocates a vegetarian lifestyle. Today's session continues from Level One. The practice integrates postures, breath control, and deep relaxation to harmonize body and mind. "The light and teaching of this yoga science passed through an authentic and uninterrupted stream of wisdom." "Prāṇāyāma not only influences the physical body but also the brain centres, balancing both hemispheres to regain the harmony that is the aim of a yoga life." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A systematic yoga practice integrates relaxation, breath, and movement to purify and harmonize the body and mind. Begin by lying down to relax each body part sequentially, releasing tension with each exhalation. Observe the natural breath without influencing it. The full yoga breath combines abdominal, chest, and clavicular breathing into a single wave. Synchronize this deep breathing with slow, conscious movements and stretches, such as diagonal pulls and body rolls. Specific exercises like bicycling strengthen muscles and aid circulation. Conclude with prāṇāyāma, focusing on alternate nostril breathing, to refine awareness. The entire practice works on physical, energetic, and mental levels, culminating in a state of dedicated relaxation. "Feel the vibration within your inner space, as well as outside around you. This vibration is purifying your inner environment as well as the outer environment." "Prāṇāyāma is a breath technique... Just follow the movement, just watch the breathing." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A morning yoga practice guides the body and mind through relaxation, breath, and movement. Begin by chanting Oṁ to purify the atmosphere. Lie down and consciously relax every part of the body from the toes to the crown of the head. Observe the natural breath. Practice the three components of full yoga breathing: abdominal, chest, and clavicular. Combine them into a single, wave-like breath. Perform gentle stretches and movements synchronized with inhalation and exhalation. These include arm raises, diagonal stretches, and poses like Pavanamuktāsana and Navāsana. Practice side bends and rotations for the wrists and hips. Conclude with standing balances and a final relaxation. Observe the difference in sensation from the beginning to the end of practice. Finish with Prāṇāyāma and the chanting of Oṁ. "Relax all the muscles of your right foot without moving; let the relaxation occur in your mind." "Influence your breath and feel how the abdomen expands with inhalation and contracts with exhalation." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A morning yoga practice guides the body and breath toward relaxation and awareness. Begin by lying down, consciously relaxing each part of the body from the toes to the head. Observe the natural breath, then consciously deepen it into a full yogic wave moving from abdomen to chest. Coordinate simple stretches with inhalation and exhalation, feeling tension and release. Progress through poses that stretch the spine diagonally and twist it, always keeping the lower back close to the floor. Move into seated postures for flexion and extension of the spine, coordinating each movement with the breath. Conclude with deep relaxation, breath awareness, and a simple prāṇāyāma technique. "Feel your body becoming heavier with each exhalation." "Harmonize your movement with your breath." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Morning sādhānā begins with relaxation and conscious breathing, followed by gentle physical exercises. Start in Ānanda Āsana, relaxing the entire body from toes to head. Coordinate movement with breath, feeling tension release with each exhalation. Practice full yogic breathing, directing the wave from abdomen to chest to collarbones. This breath relaxes the body and nourishes it with oxygen. Begin simple yog vyāyam, stretching sides and turning the head. Perform spinal twists and knee-to-chest movements to release lower back tension. Move to standing for shoulder and arm exercises, then weight shifts to strengthen legs. Conclude with specific āsanas like Pavanamukta Āsana for the abdomen and Marjari for spinal flexibility. Integrate breath with all movement. Finish with relaxation and Nāḍī Śodhana Prāṇāyāma to balance energy. "With each exhalation, feel all the tension from your body being released." "This way of breathing relaxes the body and fully allows the lungs to take in oxygen." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Diwali is the day of light, wisdom, forgiveness, and oneness. This ancient festival, over ten thousand years old, commemorates the return of Lord Rama, marking the victory of light over darkness. The tradition began with people lighting lamps and offering food in joy. The light symbolizes the Supreme Brahman, a flame that bestows happiness, health, prosperity, and destroys evil thoughts. This day is for forgiveness, to abandon anger and create love in the heart. Where wisdom exists, there is no fighting. True prosperity follows purity and wisdom; it is a richness of spirit and understanding. The message is to see the oneness in all beings, understand their suffering, and offer help. Love means extending a helping hand with mercy and kindness. "Where there is wisdom, where there is knowledge, there is no fighting." "Love means help. Helping hands have more value than folded hands." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Yoga is a universal principle of balance, uniting body, mind, consciousness, and soul. It is not limited to physical exercise but is the ancient science originating from Lord Śiva, as old as the endless universe. The universe, Ananta Brahmāṇḍa, is formless space, the body of the divine mother, containing cosmic consciousness. Yoga balances these, creating harmony and unity. It is the union of individual consciousness with the cosmic. Only one Supreme exists: Eko Brahma. Creation arose from the sound Oṁ, a resonance that produced all solar systems and life. Humans possess intellect, enabling the transcendence of the cycle of rebirth. Health is essential; Ayurveda provides knowledge for balanced existence through nourishment and movement. Yoga practices, including āsana and prāṇāyāma, are systematic and non-competitive. Breath is life; slow, full yogic breathing sustains vitality. Physical exercise precedes prāṇāyāma for detoxification, followed by meditation for tranquility. The ultimate purpose is oneness with cosmic consciousness, fulfilling human potential. "Yoga is that principle of balancing. Where there is balance, there is harmony." "Yoga means union, the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." Filming location: Dubai, UAE

Yoga is the ancient science of balance, harmony, and unity for a better life. Health is foundational; without it, nothing else is possible. The path to health involves nourishment, a harmonious environment, positive thinking, and physical movement. A balanced, vegetarian diet is advised. A positive mental environment is cultivated by avoiding aggression, as demonstrated by the simple act of trying to open a companion's closed fist; force begets resistance. Physical practice includes dynamic warm-ups, stretching, and postures like Vajrāsana. This seated pose straightens the spine, relaxes the neck and jaw, and aids concentration and breathing. A sequence of movements called Khaṭu Praṇām promotes circulation and relaxation. Practice should be done on an empty stomach and concluded with deep relaxation, allowing the body and mind to integrate. "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." "You should not use your energy unnecessarily and you should not use your aggression." Filming location: Dubai, UAE

The path to child protection requires moving from theory to practice. The systemic downfall of the family is a major problem. To ensure children flourish, the family must be solidified. Children require love, care, and tenderness from both parents, with involvement from the enlarged family. Values must be taught in the schooling system from an early age, including conflict resolution and the responsibilities of relationships. The role of both parents starts at conception. An international entity is needed where all countries become equally responsible. Practical action and prayer are both required. The individual works for the family, the family for the community, the community for the state, the state for the world, and the world for the individual. "We have to stop this emotion... This emotion... How to do that? Everybody must play a role." "The role of both parents starts at conception and even before. We must plan what we are doing." Filming locations: Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Inner peace is the answer to world conflict. Spirituality looks beyond the material toward God. Mahatma Gandhi described it as scientific humanism, using science for mankind through truth, love, and compassion. Respect, not tolerance, is needed. Wars begin in the mind; peace must be constructed there. Vegetarianism is the first step to non-violence. Billions of animals are slaughtered yearly. Ayurveda teaches health as body-mind balance, following nature's rhythms and respecting individual differences. Emotional urges must be controlled, not suppressed. Conflict stems from ignorance. Forgiveness and seeing another as brother are essential. Be the example before instructing others. Meditation is the way to inner peace. Simply relax and feel within. Yoga harmonizes body, mind, and consciousness, uniting the individual with the cosmic. Ethical conduct and aesthetics are vital for humanity's survival. Inner peace radiates from the self outward. "Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed." "Where there is conflict, there is ignorance." Filming location: Hungary

Inner peace is the answer to the world’s conflicts. The outer world mirrors our inner state. A polluted mind, greed, carelessness, and inner violence create suffering. First, purify and balance the intellect, thoughts, and feelings. Then outer peace reflects. Non-violence is the highest principle. Anger is like electricity; channel it intelligently for good. Passive violence—waste, overconsumption—fuels physical violence. Every action has a reaction. Respect and love replace mere tolerance. The whole world is one family. Love all creatures, not only humans. Contentment makes one truly rich. Be the change you want to see. The seed of inner peace grows into a tree of spirituality, justice, understanding, and love. Practice this daily. "Be the change you want to see." "An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind." Filming location: Hungary

Yoga is the science of life for well-being, uniting individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness. Real happiness is good health, which cannot be bought but gained through disciplined practice. Āyurveda teaches that nourishment, environment, behavior, and thoughts govern health. Illness first attacks the subtle energy body before manifesting physically. While allopathic and other treatments have value, yoga provides a foundational system. It cannot cure viruses or replace surgery, but its practices cultivate harmony. Authentic yoga is not commercial novelty but ancient discipline. Its main paths are Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, Jñāna, and Haṭha Yoga. Haṭha Yoga's six cleansing techniques—Netī, Kapālabhātī, Dhautī, Bastī, Naulī, and Trāṭak—support health. Āsana and Prāṇāyāma, often misattributed to Haṭha, belong to Rāja Yoga. Complete practice requires dedicated time, not fast-food approaches. Breath is life; Prāṇāyāma trains the body to receive vitality. A healthy life depends on personal discipline, organic nourishment, and harmony with nature. "First, happiness is good health. Nothing external can make us truly happy." "Yoga means harmony: harmony of body, mind, emotion, intellect, memory, and consciousness; harmony with nature and the elements." Filming location: Sarajevo, Bosnia

The focus of this evening is the meeting of cultures and the identity of cultures through yoga, dance, and music. The gathering is dedicated to using inner peace for world answers. Performances include Indian, Far Eastern, and Hungarian traditions. Bhajans are holy songs that merge sounds and feelings, purifying the atmosphere. Bharatanatyam dance is a manifestation of wholeness, a karmic dance with mathematically calculated positions. The system of Yoga in Daily Life provides a path for physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. It was created by Paramahaṁsa Maheśvarānandajī. The system begins with physical exercises and progresses to breath, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Humanitarian projects in Rajasthan include a school, hospital, and water reservoir. The ashram's Oṃ-shaped building will house 108 units. Peace summits promote unity and nonviolence. This conference calls for understanding oneself to create peace. Societal infections require strong treatment from the heart. Here among us is the grandson of Mahātmā Gandhījī. Culture travels with humans, and where there is culture, there is humanity. The whole world is one family, as India teaches. In the body we are many, but in the ātmā we are one. “Visible and invisible, all elements are balanced in a perfect way. And that balancing principle – that is what I call yoga.” “Where there is a human, there is culture. And where there is culture, there is a human.” Filming location: Hungary

The core teaching is to become a small flame of wisdom and peace in a world of darkness. The message is non-duality, seeking truth to remove detrimental habits. We honor a life of simplicity and higher thought. Like the sun setting, it asks who will light the way in darkness. A single temple flame answers it will try. We cannot be the great sun, but we can be that flame. Lighting one candle is better than cursing the darkness. Many candles together create a strong light for peace. The world needs this light now. "‘I cannot be the sun like you, but I will try to give light to show the way.’" "When the way is dark and you can see nothing, it is better to light a candle than to stand in the darkness." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is the universal science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul, standing above all religions. It is the ancient principle of balance and harmony in the universe, uniting individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness. This science was given for the well-being of all creatures. The human life is a rare opportunity to attain higher consciousness and escape the cycle of birth and death. All beings carry the divine light; non-duality is reality, and duality is unreality. The goal is a healthy, happy, long life achieved through yogic principles like love, kindness, and truthfulness. These universal ethics form the core of all religions. Yoga is a practical, accessible path to health, stress relief, and inner peace, fostering good individuals and societal harmony. It is a way to unite humanity beyond names and forms. "Yoga means union. It is a uniting principle: the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "The biggest religion, the greatest religion for us, is humanity." Filming location: Labin, Croatia

Yoga requires authentic study and disciplined practice, not superficial trends. Many misunderstand yoga, seeking only physical benefits or quick certifications from brief trainings. True yoga teaching demands years of deep study in anatomy, philosophy, and spirituality to guide individuals safely. Discipline is the foundation and the measure of success. Authentic guidance comes from genuine teachers and ancient texts, not commercialized novelties. The human body and life are profound gifts to be purified and respected, not polluted by harmful habits or misguided pursuits. "Half knowledge is more dangerous than no knowledge." "Yoga begins with discipline, and the success of yoga lies in discipline." Filming location: Umag, Croatia

The greatest treasure is the name of God, which brings liberation and joy. The practices of Yoga in Daily Life are the best for holistic health. Attending a seminar means being in continuous spiritual communion and experiencing the living presence of the teacher. In this age, the primary duty is to help others recognize the one universal God, respecting all names and forms. The most valuable donation is introducing someone to God's name, which builds a spiritual account for future lives. A harmonious marriage functions as two wings of one bird, with the wife often serving as the guiding cultural force. Spiritual wealth, earned through repeating the divine name, is the only possession that endures. "I got the treasure of God's name." "In that house where there is no devotion to God... that house is just like a graveyard." Filming location: Umag, Croatia

The glory of satsang reveals the path beyond all borders. Love knows no distance; borders are created by human ignorance. The aim of human life is to cross karmic borders and attain moksha. This satsang is Satya Yuga itself; outside it is Kali Yuga. Even gods covet human birth because only through it can self-realization dawn. A saint’s uniform is wisdom and knowledge, not robes. Where knowledge is absent, desire and suffering arise; where knowledge shines, they cease. The soul is an individual victim of destiny, while the atma is universal and free. True study means examining your inner life chapters—unfinished closures, joys turning to sorrow, and your own role. Devas enjoy heaven from past merits, but that expires; they plead to be born human to find a master and gain moksha. Satsang transforms like iron touched by the paras stone becoming gold, but the Guru makes you the Guru. Merge with the Guru’s consciousness as canal water blends into the Ganges, losing ego. Fortunate ones come to satsang, for the jiva alone cannot repeat God’s name; old karmas slap you toward distraction. Settle all debts—material and emotional—for even one unpaid answer blocks the path to Brahmaloka. Work ceaselessly to uplift consciousness, or fall back into lower wombs. Become a deva-svarupa first: do not cheat, be helpful. Then the divine nectar of Ram’s name makes all worldly pleasures tasteless. "Where there is love, there is no distance. And when there is no love, even a neighbor’s door is too far." "This satsang is Satya Yuga. Now we are sitting in Satya Yuga." Filming location: Umag, Croatia

The everlasting self is the core truth, while the body and mind are temporary. The individual soul reflects the one universal consciousness, differentiated by karma. Fulfilling one's inherent duty protects and is protected by that duty. Human life is for self-realization, to know one's true nature as the Ātmā, not the body or soul. Practice is essential; efforts continue beyond a single lifetime. Health is foundational happiness, gained through personal discipline. Yoga and Āyurveda are sciences for holistic well-being, with consistent practice yielding physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. A pure heart and positive conduct define spirituality, which naturally harmonizes one's life. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaḥ. If you protect your dharma, dharma will protect you." "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." Filming location: Split, Croatia

The Ājñā Chakra is the seat of inner knowledge and the gateway to Self-realization. This psychic center, known as the third eye, is where the three primary energy channels merge into oneness. It represents the highest human achievement, beyond animal qualities, where individual consciousness meets the divine. The chakra's two petals resonate with the sound "Haṁ Kṣaṁ," and its essence is the mantra Oṁ. Here resides the Guru Tattva, the inner guiding light of wisdom, not merely a person. When consciousness ascends to this point through meditation, past karmas dissolve, and one experiences the unity of knower, knowledge, and the object of knowledge. This leads to liberation from the cycle of birth and death, tasting the nectar of immortality. "Love every living being, if not more, then at least as much as you love yourself." "No weapons can destroy it. Fire cannot burn it... I am that immortal Self." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

Yoga in daily life is the application of yogic principles to every moment. It is not merely postures or breath control, but how one lives and thinks. The practice begins upon waking. The first conscious act should be to create a divine impression for the day. Open your eyes to a beautiful vision and offer a prayer of surrender. Acknowledge waking up as a divine blessing, not a personal achievement. Before stepping out of bed, respectfully ask Mother Earth for support, recognizing her as the source of all life. Approach water with gratitude, seeing it as a divine, life-giving element. Your entire day should be guided by pure thoughts, words, and actions aimed at helping others. Avoid being the cause of another's pain. Resolve conflicts through mutual understanding and love, not judgment. The essence is to simply be a positive presence in the world, like a flower that radiates its fragrance without effort. "My day should be happy, relaxed, protected, successful. Lord, guide my every step towards positive things." "Before you step down from the bed, you should say, 'Mother, allow me, give me the solid space under my foot, and carry me around with your love.'" Filming location: Sarajevo, Bosnia

The path of Patañjali systematically guides from the body to the highest consciousness. Āsana is a comfortable, steady posture for concentration, not mere exercise. Prāṇāyāma exercises the vital energy through inhalation, retention, and exhalation. Practice begins with nāḍīśodhana for three months to purify the subtle channels, followed by anuloma viloma to balance the emotional and intellectual hemispheres. After nine months of foundational practice, one introduces breath retention with correct ratios. Pratyāhāra is the withdrawal of senses from external objects, enabling one to remain undisturbed. Dhāraṇā is one-pointed concentration, which leads to dhyāna, or meditative absorption. Samādhi is the state where knower, knowledge, and object merge into oneness. The complete Aṣṭāṅga Yoga includes yama and niyama, the ethical foundations. The core practice is mantra, which liberates the mind and requires continuous devotion to avoid spiritual downfall. "Prāṇa is not oxygen. Prāṇa is completely different from this." "When you do breath exercises, prāṇāyāma, there is no sweating. If you begin to sweat, then it’s the wrong technique." Filming location: London, UK

Viveka—discernment between truth and untruth—is the foundation of spiritual life. Human beings have viveka, the highest quality of intellect, to distinguish reality from illusion. Without viveka, one dwells in ignorance, ego, and laziness. True viveka is unchanging; it is not the selfishness of the intellect. Mantra and meditation are inseparable: without mantra, meditation is a body without a soul. Discipline is the key to success in sādhanā. Practice daily until meditation becomes second nature. Meditation grants contentment and protects from the illusions of temporary things. An old man, once wealthy and surrounded by friends, found in old age that all had left him, revealing the emptiness of worldly pursuits. A master can take on a devotee’s destiny and nullify it. The story of a man seeking God in the forest illustrates that love endures even when crows peck the flesh. He begged the crow to spare his eyes so he might still see his beloved Lord. His unwavering devotion transformed the crow into Viṣṇu, who restored him and blessed him. Fear of loss and jealousy indicate an undeveloped personality; one should trust in destiny. Nothing is received before its time or beyond one’s fate. Chakras are astral and cannot be damaged, only purified through mantra. True meditation is to cease doing, to simply be in the inner presence, and to surrender. "Kāgā, sab tan khāyo, chun chun khāyo māas, magar do nain mat khāyo, piyā milan kiyā." "Samay se pahle aur bhāgya se jyādā kabhī nahīṃ miltā hai." Filming location: London, United Kingdom

The three fires are the universal afflictions of body, mind, and worldly existence. Great sages researched how to be protected from these troubles, which include planetary and environmental influences. Mantras and prayers exist to align with positive divine power and avoid negative energies, which are easier to attain but lead to permanent suffering. Ancestral prayers are an ancient science to prevent interference and grant liberation, meaning the soul gains access to a new life. Every action, like building a house, has an auspicious time; ignoring this creates discord. The path begins with the peace mantra: "Asato mā sadgamaya," leading from unreality to reality. Meditation aims to become Tri-Kāla Darśī, a knower of past, present, and future, to avoid obstacles. Inner obstacles like anger and ego are a jungle; mantras open these barriers. Realize the immortal Self, one with Brahman, to end the cycle of birth and death. Ultimately, one is not the doer; the Divine alone acts. A true master possesses the grace to change what seems destined. "Believing does not change reality, and not believing also does not change reality. The truth is truth." "The aim of meditation is to lead me from mortality to immortality. That I realize this immortal Self." Filming location: London, UK

The full moon day reveals the power of yoga as the union of individual consciousness with the cosmic. The moon's radiance enters vegetation as nectar, as declared by God Krishna. Yoga literally means union or balance, harmonizing space and consciousness. In endless space, a tendency awoke within cosmic consciousness, initiating time and the yugas. That awakening gave rise to the primordial sound Aum and the trinity; elements then manifested. Every individual soul is a ray of the cosmic sun, adrift on time’s waves, experiencing dualities. The soul is covered by five sheaths: food, energy, mind, knowledge, and causal bliss. Two opposing forces, divine and negative, perpetually struggle, with humans caught between. Senses record information that becomes subconscious desires; unfulfilled desires turn into psychic problems. These sink into the unconscious, forming destiny from past and present lives. Only reaching the superconscious through meditation purifies all levels. Meditation is not a technique; it arises when the body is still and thoughts are mastered. The sage Patañjali teaches yoga begins with discipline and the cessation of mental modifications. Like a candle lit from another’s flame, the disciple receives light from the enlightened master. Meditation destroys the darkness of ignorance instantly, like light in a cave. Free from fear and ambition, meditation generates pure willpower. The ultimate goal is the drop merging into the ocean of cosmic consciousness. "Through the moonlight, I enter into the vegetation as nectar." "Yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ." Filming location: London, United Kingdom

The path to samādhi requires overcoming attachment, the obstacle of moha that brings ignorance and suffering. Samādhi is the upliftment of consciousness where knower, knowledge, and object merge into oneness. Patañjali warns of obstacles, and moha—attachment or dependence—is the most difficult to overcome. Moha is ignorance that claims temporary things as one's own, leading to suffering. Relation can exist without suffering, but attachment always brings pain, disappointment, anger, and jealousy. Discipline is essential; yoga begins with discipline, as Patañjali's first sūtra states. Without discipline, life remains unsuccessful, and quality does not compromise. A story told by Gurujī illustrates nirmohī, freedom from attachment. A yogī tested King Nirmohī Rājā by bringing a bloodstained shirt, implying his son's death. The king responded that every life has counted breaths, destiny determines the span, and why interrupt meditation for this. The queen thanked the yogī for the news, saying she was happy the son no longer suffers, and asked why disturb his meditation. The daughter-in-law calmly said the ātmā had merged into hers, and the yogī should not take trouble but just pray. The yogī then revealed the son was alive, acknowledging their true nirmohī nature. The king credited the yogī's blessing and līlā. Becoming nirmohī is easy to say but hard to realize, like salt burning under skin. Many mistake drowsiness or sensory satisfaction for samādhi, but one must awaken to the inner divine color. "Where there is moha, there will be disappointment, pain, anger, hate, jealousy, ego, offense, and feelings of humiliation." "Thank you for the news. I am happy he is not suffering anymore. But why disturb your meditation?" Filming location: Pashman, Croatia

The path leads from fear to fearlessness and from mortality to immortality. The greatest fear is of death, not merely of leaving the body but of the suffering involved. We pray, like the ripe fruit that separates effortlessly from the vine, for a smooth transition leading to liberation. Spiritual practice aims to free us from the cycle of birth and death and the disappointments of this world. Our restless mental habits and desires constantly pull us outward into attachment, creating a powerful bondage that is difficult to break. Intellectual knowledge alone cannot liberate us; we require the grace of true wisdom or a teacher. When the mind is purified through sustained practice, its tendencies become helpers on the path, leading to steadiness and light. One merges with the supreme consciousness, where individual sorrow and happiness cease, and everlasting bliss dawns. "Urvārukam iva bandhanān mṛtyor mukṣīya māmṛtāt—may we be liberated from death like the ripe fruit from its stalk, to attain immortality." "The tail of the dog and the moustache of a man are always curved... Similarly, our vṛttis—habits, desires, thoughts—go there again and again." Filming location: Island Pashman, Croatia

To have successful spiritual practice, first remember Śrī Gaṇeśa, the remover of all obstacles. He is the Lord of protection and intellect, worshipped first even by other deities. A simple, heartfelt prayer is sufficient. His blessing brings perfection and wealth, and he resides within all creation, closer than one can think. Invoke him at the start of any endeavor. The path of practice faces obstacles, described as five primary afflictions: three forms of suffering from nature, destiny, and other beings; the burden of sin; and uncontrolled breath. These create persistent distress. The remedy is disciplined, constant practice—abhyāsa—and surrender. Haṭha Yoga’s purification techniques are particularly powerful for removing these impediments and purifying consciousness. Ultimately, through steady devotion and practice, one finds refuge and freedom from all suffering. "Gaṇapati dhyāve sadā sukha pāve." "Without abhyāsa, without sādhanā, you cannot come." Filming location: Island Pashman, Croatia

The dharma of a guest and the inner obstacles to spiritual practice are our themes. We are guests on this island, not tourists. A guest behaves beautifully, leaving a permanent, positive memory for the host, respecting their property as our own. Real happiness is found in spiritual knowledge, not in worldly hunger for money or partners. Moksha comes only through pure devotion and sattvic practice. The ocean is holy and should be respected, not polluted. True spirituality is often found in simple, devout lives, not just in religious attendance. Patañjali explains why yoga practice fails: inner obstacles awaken from the subconscious. The first obstacle is illness in body, senses, or mind. The second is losing interest in your sadhana. The third is losing your energy and confidence. The fourth and fifth relate to the gunas: rajas brings anger, tamas brings laziness, our greatest enemy. The sixth is when senses become slaves to desire, scattering your focus. The seventh is false knowledge, seeing a rope as a snake, doubting your path. The eighth is losing interest when you perceive no progress; you must persist like the ant. The ninth is a restless, fluttering mind in meditation. These inner obstacles must be overcome through discipline and devotion. "Real happiness is in ātmā jñāna, brahma jñāna." "Bhai tum jāgo re, terā auṣar bitā jāye." Filming location: Island Pashman, Croatia

A master observes disciples to test their true spiritual attainment beyond mere words. The ancient sage Patañjali would take his disciples on retreats, observing their conduct. He announced a test to see who had transcended worldly attachments and ego. One disciple claimed to have realized the supreme Self, stating nothing existed, not even master or disciple. To test this, the master raised a bamboo stick. The disciple reacted with anger, proving his ego remained. The master then sent him away for further practice. This illustrates that realization is shown through unshakable equanimity, not philosophical claims. Modern practitioners are similarly examined through their daily actions, respect for sacred elements, and dignified conduct, distinguishing a true spiritual aspirant from mere worldly behavior. "The master said, 'Oh, you said nothing exists in you. From where did it come out?'" "Respect the water element, respect the fire element, respect the air element." Filming location: Croatia

The spiritual path requires constant practice, discipline, and the grace of the Guru. This human life offers the rare opportunity for self-realization, a goal achieved across many lifetimes through dedicated sādhanā. The practitioner is refined like metal in a fire, shaped by the Guru's guidance to purify the ego and negative qualities. Many obstacles arise, such as doubt, neglect, and negative associations, which can cause a seeker to fall from progress. One must remain ever alert and devoted to practice. The mind is restless like a fish, difficult to grasp. Constant repetition of mantra, prayer, and remembrance of the Guru provides protection and guidance. Ultimately, through persistent effort and grace, one can realize the supreme Self, becoming free from all bondage. "God and devotee are one; they are not two. One comes as two to play this cosmic theater." "Therefore, the sādhaka should have devotion to his or her practice, sādhanā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A life without problems does not exist; problems are external and inner. Every day you awaken and retire with different feelings, encountering many things and experiencing brutish thoughts like disappointment, jealousy, and anger. The highest principle is the Guru, with Brahmā as the first guru. All beings in form experience daily disappointments and arguments, but everything can be solved through sādhanā. Inner qualities like those of a thief, asura, or saint define a person, though the immortal ātmā does not possess these. The guru sequence includes mother and father, friends, priest, teacher, Satguru, and finally your own awakened consciousness. A guru can make a disciple a guru, unlike a paras stone which cannot create another paras. Wisdom awakens within like a fountain from Brahman. All problems are solved through prayer, which is a personal consultation and dialogue with God where you verbally make your request clear. "Ātmā is immortal, but the ātmā does not possess these qualities we call devas, asuras, rākṣasas, and so on. These are inner qualities." "Prayer means personal consultation with God, with your Iṣṭa Devatā. Prayer is a dialogue, and in that dialogue, God will answer you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is a universal system for human well-being, encompassing body, mind, consciousness, and soul. It is an ancient science aimed at physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. The system called Yoga in Daily Life is not different from yoga itself; it is simply a complete and compact method designed for ease of practice by everyone, regardless of age, health, or circumstance. It offers specific exercises for all, including therapeutic applications for various diseases, serving as both prevention and treatment. Yoga exists above any single religion; it is for all people who seek health, happiness, and a balanced life. To navigate modern life, one must balance outer career duties with inner family and spiritual life. Ancient wisdom provides the guidance needed for contentment today. While there are precautions for the seriously ill, therapeutic yoga practices are designed for different capacities. The current moral crisis stems from a lack of discipline and the temptations promoted by media, which should instead protect human culture and foster spiritual consciousness. "Yoga is above religion. Because who doesn’t want to be healthy? Who would not like to be happy?" "While living in this modern world, follow the ancient wisdom, follow the ancient thoughts, spirituality, and practice Yoga in Daily Life." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The longing for satsaṅg is the central theme. I deeply long for my guru brothers and sisters, all who attend satsaṅg, to the point my eyes fill with tears when I think of them. It is said that where there is daily satsaṅg, a fortunate one can go and attend. Tomorrow is the last day of satsaṅg here. We will then leave this meadow for the rabbits and hedgehogs. The final statements about a tree and beautiful times are unclear and lack a logical connection to the preceding spiritual discourse. "Satgurū satsaṅgī aurī olu avere, olu avere nen bharjā avere." "Where every day there is satsaṅg, a fortunate one can go and attend that satsaṅg." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human form is a rare door to divine realization on this mortal recreation planet. The same supreme consciousness reflects in all 8.4 million life forms, but only humans possess the discriminating intellect to understand life, death, and the divine. This intellect, when illuminated, dispels ignorance like the dawn sun. The cycle of birth and death continues until one wisely turns toward God. Human life is the opportunity for this turning, requiring disciplined practice and a firm resolve. The eternal Guru principle, beyond any physical form, is the guiding light on this journey. Without a Guru's grace and guidance, a practitioner risks spiritual stagnation or confusion, unable to reach the ultimate goal. "Fortunate ones are we that we got the human body." "Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalam, Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalam Śiṣya Ke Ānanda Maṅgalam." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The profound connection between master and disciple is illustrated through the story of Siamdas and Ramdas. A master and his disciple lived in a place near Khatu. The master announced he would enter Mahāsamādhi the next day and had a burial place prepared. His disciple, Ramdas, expressed his despair at being left alone. In response, the master invited the disciple to sit beside him. Together, they chanted "Oṃ" and left their bodies simultaneously. Their shared Samādhi remains a site for visitation and adoration. This story exemplifies the ultimate sādhanā. All practitioners who follow the path and the Guru's word can one day achieve such a consciousness. When the time comes, the master will call the disciple to join him, even promising to handle any remaining worldly duties. This demonstrates a unity where two bodies share one soul. "Come, sit beside me. We will go together." "Two bodies, but one ātmā, one soul." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Heaven is in the forest; hell is in the city. Cities are full of disturbances and fear, like the fear of financial loss. Fear arises from the mind's focus on having or not having, not from external conditions. True joy is found through sacrifice and renunciation. A person free from desire and inner afflictions achieves liberation. The story of a yogi in a cremation ground illustrates perfect renunciation. He desired nothing, not even a boon from Shiva, demonstrating a state beyond all worldly attachment. A yogi must master diet, society, behavior, and thoughts. Overcoming the five inner afflictions—ignorance, ego, attachment, aversion, and clinging to life—leads to merging with supreme consciousness. This divine consciousness is formless, indestructible, and present everywhere. The highest goal is to realize this within. "Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice." "Renounce and enjoy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Heaven is the forest; hell is the city. In the city, constant disturbances and fear dominate existence, a fear rooted in the human psyche despite all material things remaining present. This fear stems from attachment. True joy is found not in acquisition but in sacrifice and renunciation. One must let go of everything attached to the ego. The only path is the renunciation of personal will, which means leaving behind all worldly attachments. This is the gate to the divine kingdom. "Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice." "Renounce and enjoy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The five inner obstacles, or kleśas, are the fundamental afflictions of individual existence that prevent the highest samādhi. We exist within the exhalation of the supreme reality, a state of perceived separation and duality. This individual existence gives rise to internal obstacles far more challenging than external ones like illness or noise. Patañjali outlines five such kleśas. The first is avidyā, ignorance, the root cause of all suffering, akin to an eternal sleep. From ignorance arises asmitā, the egoic sense of "I am" as a separate self, which fears its own dissolution. Next is rāga, attachment—to family, possessions, and identity—which stretches endlessly and binds us. Then comes dveṣa, aversion or hatred, born from duality and comparison. The fifth is abhiniveśa, the deep-seated fear of death and clinging to life, the ambition for perpetual existence. These afflictions are like seeds within our consciousness. The spiritual journey involves overcoming these kleśas to realize non-duality, where the individual self merges back into the universal source, like leaves returning to a single seed. "Where duality is, there is ignorance; where non-duality is, there is knowledge." "Avidyā, asmitā, rāga, dveṣa, and abhiniveśa. These are the kleśas which finally that yogī has to fight or overcome." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The final seed is the ego's fear of its own dissolution at the threshold of union with the Absolute. One approaches the door of Brahman established in samādhi, ready to become one. Yet when the door opens, the individual self asks how it will live inside and is told it will not be there, for only Brahman exists. The ego, clinging to its separate existence and creations, often chooses to turn back, unable to endure the loss of "I." This movement between the seeded and seedless states is the fundamental struggle. The fear of being taken by God reveals our inner contradiction; we profess devotion but resist total surrender. Ignorance and the ego-affliction create the false sense of "I am," though in truth one is merely an exhalation of the Supreme. Realizing that only the Supreme exists is the final truth to be attained through spiritual practice, yet our inner distractions and deep-seated fear prevent us from enduring this realization. "You will not be there." "I am yours, but I am good where I am." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Īśvara Praṇidhāna is the surrender and devotion to God that precedes samādhi. God's grace, like rain, falls on all. A lake, a tree, and a saint share the same selfless mission: to give without expectation. True devotion is not about abandoning duties but performing them with God in mind. Practices may grant powers, but only surrender to the Satguru brings liberation. We need God; God does not need us. A story illustrates this: a barber, late for the king because he served saints, found God had performed his duty and healed the king. Another story tells of a girl whose pure, insistent offering made Krishna appear. Surrender means being aware of God's presence in every cell and action. Work with your hands while repeating God's name. Obstacles like doubt and anger will arise, but pure devotion overcomes them. The five afflictions—ignorance, ego, attachment, aversion, and clinging to life—block samādhi and are dispelled by wisdom and grace. Perform your duty as an offering. Do not fight in God's name, for He prohibits killing. Surrender your life force to God. "Gyān Ghaṭale Satguru Āyā, Amṛta Jal Barasā. Gyān Ghaṭale Satguru Āyā, Amṛta Nīra Piyamāna, Bharate Nirbhaya Sāganā." "Guru bina hirde ghor andhakār." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The destiny of the devotee is taken on by God, but one must first be a devotee. This state is Īśvara Praṇidhāna. It is not achieved through ritual offerings or verbal declarations of love. True surrender requires no act of giving anything up. One must simply be present, recognizing that divine presence is within every cell of one's being. All thought, eating, and work should be done in the name of God, with positive intention for universal well-being. The practice is to have work in the hands and God's name on the lips. However, if one chants God's name while concealing malice, divine help will not come. "Ātme kām aur mukme Rām." "For that, God will never come to help." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Today is a divine day of grace, marking a holy incarnation. We celebrate through spiritual practice and understanding. Our journey requires purifying karma over many lives, maintaining faith regardless of outcomes. Selfish wishes are ignored by God for our own good, unlike the positive selfishness of seeking union with the Divine. Spiritual progress demands sahansakti—the power to endure with kindness—and ātmabala, the soul's strength. We live within Brahman yet remain spiritually thirsty. Practice must be continuous, with inner devotion paramount. Patañjali guides us, emphasizing Tīvra Saṁvega: a burning, unwavering desire for realization. The quality and intensity of practice determine progress. Surrender through Īśvara Praṇidhāna is the final remedy, leading to Nirbīja Samādhi. Great beings are lights; they do not proclaim their own greatness. Change yourself through sādhanā, and your world changes. "Whatever happens, you must not lose your confidence or your faith. Then your every wish comes true." "Tīvra Saṁveg means feelings. Unbearable pain... Similarly, there is a fervent feeling of desire for self-realization." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The fulfillment of wishes depends upon the devotee's inner state and the grace of the Guru. The Guru's power can make anything possible. Yet, wishes often remain unfulfilled due to inner conflict, doubt, and a lack of sustained faith. When a wish is granted, the devotee may forget the source of grace. Purification of karma across many lifetimes is required, maintaining unwavering confidence. Selfish wishes are not granted, as divine wisdom knows they are harmful, much like a parent denying ice cream to a sick child. Such wishes lead to negative results and disappointment. Losing faith and acting independently is a choice, but one must not then blame the divine for subsequent outcomes. "Whatever happens, you don’t lose your confidence or your faith. And then your every wish comes true." "God ignores our selfish wishes. And that is the greatness of God." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path to samādhi is built upon śraddhā, vīrya, and smṛti. Śraddhā is confidence, devotion, and belief directed toward your practice; it is your essential instrument. Vīrya is the health, strength, and proper functioning of your body and senses, which support and motivate your sādhanā. Smṛti is memory, which can be an obstacle or a vital reminder. Negative memories can destroy your progress like a monkey ruins a garden, so you must delete them. Positive memory, inspired by scripture, constantly reminds you that Brahman is truth and the world is transient. Your senses, like a fox captivated by a coconut's scent, may pull you toward worldly distractions. Māyā, the great cheater of the three guṇas, waits to steal your śraddhā. True prayer requires opening your heart with śraddhā, not empty ritual. Systematic practice with śraddhā, a healthy body, and supportive memory leads to prajñā-pūrvaka samādhi. "Śraddhā means respect. Śraddhā means devotion. Śraddhā means confidence. Śraddhā means love. Śraddhā means belief." "Māyā mahā ṭhagnī ham jānī... the greatest cheater is the māyā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic