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Śraddhā is the foundational quality for spiritual practice, encompassing respect, devotion, confidence, love, belief, expectation, and hope. It is traditionally directed toward parents, a master, or God. Patañjali advises the practitioner to direct this Śraddhā toward their own practice itself. One must have confidence in the practice as the sole vehicle for achievement, just as one must trust a functional car to drive it. This instruction serves even those who do not hold conventional objects of faith. "Śraddhā means you must have confidence in your practice. That practice alone is your instrument, your vehicle, the very medium of your achievement." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The mind is a garden you cultivate, yet a monkey within can destroy it. Through discipline, you create an inner garden of beautiful thoughts and feelings like love and wisdom. You are the gardener of this space. Conversely, some let their inner world become ruined and thorny. Devotees toil to sow seeds of devotion, creating beauty. But the mind is a monkey that can swiftly ruin everything with one negative thought, destroying peace and confidence. Therefore, devotion and faith are essential. Patañjali teaches that śraddhā—faith, vigor, mindfulness, and samādhi—leads to the wisdom of Self-realization. The practitioner is drawn toward this goal like following the scent of a fruit, guided until it is found. "Yogīs and yatīs, through great practice and discipline, create a garden of bhajan—a garden of spirituality." "Therefore, bhakti, śraddhā (devotion, faith)... 'Śraddhā vīrye smṛti samādhi prajñā pūrvaka itareṣām.'" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Authentic yoga is a science of body, mind, and soul for realizing oneness with God, not a commercial wellness activity. Many modern practices use the name 'yoga' but lack authenticity, originating from commentaries rather than ancient wisdom. The true author of yoga is Lord Śiva, and its essence is found in authentic scriptures like the Mahāśiva Purāṇa, the works of Śaṅkarācārya and Swami Vivekānanda, the Śiva Saṁhitā, and the Aṣṭāvakra Gītā. These texts provide the logical, scholar-verified foundation for practice. Yoga aims for liberation (jīvanmukti), expanding consciousness and freeing oneself from karmic bonds while in the body, as exemplified by King Janaka. The spiritual journey is internal; the battlefield of the Bhagavad Gītā represents the inner conflict between justice and injustice within oneself. Every step of practice accumulates; no effort is lost, and one may continue across lifetimes. True realization comes from within, guided by authentic tradition, not from external forms or self-proclaimed teachers. "Tantra means expand, and Tantra means liberate: expand your consciousness, expand your experiences, and liberate thyself from these karmic tensions." "Within you is everything. Nothing is outside of you. So realization is also within you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Authentic yoga is found in ancient, vetted scriptures, not modern commercial adaptations. Yoga has become a commercial venture with many invented practices like laughing yoga, which are not in the śāstras. While personal practice is healthy and better than nothing, one should not be fanatical. To continue genuine sādhanā, seek authentic ancient literature. In the past, authentic texts were scarce and rigorously checked by Sanskrit and spiritual scholars for logic and proof. Today, anyone can publish a book, but that does not make it authentic. An authentic book is like a regulation, validated through scholarly examination. The core of yoga is well-being; there is no separate concept of "wellness yoga." The goal is simply to be happy through genuine practice. "An authentic book is like a regulation; it has been checked by many scholars... and it has been proven and explained until it is logical." "Yoga is always well; there is no separate concept of 'wellness.'" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga in Daily Life brings harmony, happiness, and health. The purpose of this gathering is to find harmony, happiness, and good health through yoga practice. First happiness is a healthy body, gained through positive living and a vegetarian diet. Healthy thinking is crucial; thoughts become self-instructions. Negative thoughts create unhappiness; positive thoughts bring happiness. A healthy society is necessary; good company yields good fruits. Second happiness is material comfort. Third happiness is a partner with mutual understanding. Fourth happiness is a good neighbor. With healthy food, balanced diet, healthy thinking, and healthy society, happiness and health are secure. Life's purpose is to do good and achieve God consciousness. Death is mysterious, but destiny follows one's actions. Doing good brings good; doing bad brings bad. Harmony lies within, not outside, and cannot be obtained through tablets. The harmony tablet is mutual understanding, kindness, helpfulness, and positive thinking—utilize it. Yoga is the most ancient science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul, meaning balance, harmony, unity. A 102-year-old yoga practitioner's master said, "You have yoga. Use it or lose it." "Our thoughts can kill us; our thoughts can liberate us." "Tons of theory is nothing compared to a gram of practice." Filming location: Blansko, Czech Republic

Health is the foundation of happiness, not external status. A healthy person is the happiest, regardless of circumstance. The most unhappy may be the richest or a beggar. Harmony is internal, not found in tablets. It comes from mutual understanding, kindness, and positive thinking. These qualities are already within you; you must use them. "The happiest person is a healthy one; it does not matter if he or she is in prison, a beggar, or the richest." "The tablets for harmony are within us: mutual understanding, kindness, helpfulness, positive thinking, and so on." Filming location: Blansko, Czech Republic

The three bodies—physical, subtle, and causal—contain our existence. Master the physical body without torturing it; some sustain themselves on specific roots and flowers for contentment. The yogi's sacred fireplace, or dhūni, offers protection and healing ash. A steady body in meditation allows the breath to become subtle and slow, reducing the need for oxygen and nourishment. This steadiness is the instrument for realizing supreme consciousness. Purify the entire personality—physical, astral, mental, and causal—to calm mental disturbances. Meditation and mantra are the keys; the mantra guides and returns consciousness to the body. All worldly attainments are temporary; only the realization of the Self is permanent. Prepare the body, for without it, no realization is possible here. "Your body does not need more oxygen. It just takes what it needs." "Meditation is the key to everywhere, to everything. And mantra. If you do not repeat your mantra, you will be lost." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Our ailment is seeing mistakes in others, not accepting our own. We fight and blame, like spouses over a lost key. Not accepting mistakes creates guilt, which breeds fear. Fear creates anger as protection, and anger creates discrepancy. Accepting mistakes frees one from guilt. Purifying the entire personality—physical, astral, mental, causal—calms the brain. This brings a profound joy, Ānanda, greater than the deep rest after exhausting travel. Entering meditation's kingdom brings a thousand times more joy. Meditation and mantra are the key. "Those who accept their mistakes will be free from the feeling of guiltiness. When guiltiness is there, fear is there." "A thousand times more feelings of joy and happiness come if you can enter into the kingdom of meditation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Devotion is the key to accelerating spiritual growth toward Samprajñāta Samādhi after sense control through yoga. Patañjali describes three aspects: grahya—outer disturbances no longer irritate the senses. Graṇa—the act of noticing reaches the Antaḥkaraṇa. The Antaḥkaraṇa (mind, intellect, consciousness, ego) must be purified and steadied. Gṛhīta—the intellect realizes oneness, experiencing happiness. This is Samprajñāta Samādhi, where seeds remain. Continuous abhyāsa without break is essential; otherwise one falls back. Saṁskāras collected by the indriyas remain and must be purified. Ego is the bundle of saṁskāras; life is led accordingly. Penetrating the mind surfaces vāsanās; unpurified, they cause damage. Develop śraddhā, viśvāsa—confidence and devotion. When Satguru appears in the ātmā, immense joy arises. “Kālī” means bud; the body’s tissues rejoice. First accept devotion externally, then it transforms inward. Without devotion, sādhanā is lost. Many practitioners mistakenly think they need nothing more; this is the first obstacle. One must constantly observe inner feelings. When knowledge appears, Ātmā Anubhūti begins—a reflection that the ātmā is near. Cultivate good saṁskāras, ignore the negative. Tomorrow discusses videha and yogī bhraṣṭa. “Suno Sajan Satguru Gharaya Aaya Kali Kali Harshavat He.” “Vīraṁ pratyayābhyāsa pūrva saṁskāra śeṣo yaḥ.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Guru's grace is the supreme power guiding spiritual life. The recent celebration honored the divine incarnation and the Guru's birthday. Disciples gathered in a preserved forest, accessible to all, to share in this divine love and mercy. Physical presence is valued, but connection transcends location through webcast and shared intention. The Guru's work continues the lineage, and every disciple's effort supports this mission. The Guru Principle is not the physical body but the eternal, all-pervading consciousness—pure, unchanging, and beyond duality. It is the source of supreme bliss and wisdom. Through faith and adherence to the Guru's word, the seemingly impossible becomes possible. The Guru's promise is to lead all to self-realization. "Whatever you wish in your mind, by the grace of Gurudev, nothing is impossible." "The Gurudev is called the supreme bliss, meaning supreme happiness... His consciousness is like this clear sky today." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Guru's grace makes the impossible possible. Physical gathering is preferable, but mental unity through devotion also connects us. The Guru's will transcends ordinary limitations, as seen when weather defies forecasts. The Guru principle is not a person but a divine, conscious reality beyond duality and the three gunas. It is supreme bliss and pure knowledge, its awareness vast and impartial like a clear sky. Even divine incarnations like Rama and Krishna followed their Gurus. We must guard our intellect from doubt and jealousy to progress spiritually, aspiring to the Guru's state of unattached consciousness. "Nothing is impossible for Mahāprabhujī. Nothing is impossible for God to do." "Brahmanandam Paramasukhadam Kevalam Jnanamurtim... His consciousness is like this clear sky today." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Today is the day of divine incarnation, celebrating Lord Kṛṣṇa's birth. Before creation, there is only the light of consciousness, Jyoti Svarūpa, which is Śiva. From this unified consciousness, the three guṇas manifest as Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśa. A divine manifestation appears without parents, while an incarnation, like Kṛṣṇa, takes birth through a mother and father. The Śakti, or mother principle, is essential for this. God incarnates whenever devotees suffer and righteousness declines, to restore balance. There are two types: Nitya Avatāra, the ever-present saints who guide humanity, and Nimitta Avatāra, the great incarnations for a specific purpose. Every living being contains the divine Jyoti, the light of life seen in the eyes. Do not create hierarchy among divine forms; all are expressions of the one truth. Our task is to purify our perception and align our thoughts with this truth through practice, moving from individual consciousness to universal awareness. "Whenever my bhaktas, who says the universal God... are going to be troubled by asurī śaktis, negative energies, then, O Arjuna, I manifest; I incarnate time to time." "That jyoti is the flame of our life... That is a Jyoti, Śiva Svarūpa Jyoti, and when that Jyoti is gone, you also cannot see anything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The celestial celebration marks divine incarnation. Observing the sky reveals falling stars and lightnings as signs of a great incarnation's arrival. Incarnation differs from manifestation. Manifestation is the initial emergence from cosmic consciousness as pure light, without mother or father, like Sadāśiva. Incarnation involves embodiment through a mother and father, requiring the Śakti principle. The mother is equally essential, having prepared over ages through spiritual practice. Anatomical duality of form does not exist in divine reality. What is born will die, a law of nature. God incarnates whenever devotees of universal truth are troubled by negative forces. "Whenever my bhaktas... are going to be troubled by āsurī śaktis, negative energies, then Arjuna, I manifest, I incarnate from time to time." "First is the manifestation, and it is the manifestation of the cosmic consciousness that begins all creation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path of yoga requires mastering the mind by overcoming attachment, which is the root of bondage. The restless mind, governed by the senses, is agitated by mamatā, or attachment. This attachment gives rise to the dual forces of rāga and dveṣa—attraction and aversion—which disturb our peace. We are like a hunted animal, pursued by these forces and the burning desires of āśā and tṛṣṇā. The solution is not to run away from life's problems, which are the fires of spiritual testing, but to cultivate true vairāgya, or dispassion. This is not cowardice but conscious control. We must become the observer, the draṣṭā, maintaining alert awareness over our thoughts and senses like a skilled driver. Through this practice, we calm the citta vṛtti, the mind's modifications. Meditation, aided by a mantra, helps settle these thoughts. Pure vairāgya leads to higher consciousness, recognizing the eternal reality beyond change. "Man marā na mamatā marī. Your mind is not under control because you are mamatā. Mamata means attachment." "Ahiṃsā paramo dharma—the highest principle, the highest religion, the highest spirituality, the highest thought is ahiṃsā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Vairāgya is not running away from life's duties and challenges. Systematic development of vairāgya is required, but it is not escapism. The true hero never flees. Some seek sannyāsa to escape personal troubles like a difficult marriage or unemployment, but they quickly learn ashram life demands hard work, not being served. Without giving, one does not receive divine aid. For many lives, karma yoga is necessary. Expecting service or spiritual powers leads to failure; any power gained through expectation will be misused and become a distraction. There is nowhere in the universe to hide. Abandoning the body is not an escape; your memories, thoughts, and feelings persist. Suicide is a grave mistake, leading to prolonged suffering without reprieve from the cosmic law. Problems are the world's best school; a life without them is boring and leads to seeking trouble. Three inherent fires—ādhibhautika, ādhidaivika, ādhyātmika—constantly test the soul. Therefore, gratitude is expressed. "Without giving, I will not give God's aid." "Problems are the best school in the world." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The householder's spiritual path is fulfilled through duty, family, and inner discipline. Running from family life is not the answer. Your primary dharma is to educate your children well; failing this means failing your spiritual path. This duty requires self-mastery, as children reflect your inner state. Modern society has lost ethical education and family cohesion, as governments prioritize power over wisdom. True strength is found not in becoming a superpower, but in aligning with divine will. Cultivate health, inner confidence, and contentment. Do not constantly change paths. Purify your intentions when bringing children into the world, seeing them as successors to your spiritual work. Ultimately, hand responsibilities to them and retire inward. Maintain a home altar and dedicate all actions as worship. Your spiritual success is measured by your children's spiritual footing. Work step by step without force. "The first happiness is a healthy body." "Your life is a ceremony to you. My life is worship for you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path requires steady practice to overcome fragile detachment. Our vairāgya, or dispassion, is easily broken by temptations, attachments, or disappointments. Like a rope gently cutting stone through constant motion, only long-term, determined practice can wear down our ignorance, ego, and negative tendencies. We are like children learning to walk, falling and rising repeatedly. Various experiences—seeing spiritual powers, facing family conflicts, aging, or witnessing death—can spark temporary detachment, but these are fragile. A single distraction can extinguish this dispassion like a weak flame. True progress demands unwavering practice to build a solid foundation of faith, beyond the pull of worldly attachments. "Similarly, our Vairāgya is so gentle, so fragile." "Therefore, dīrgha kālena tarth, abhyāsa, through this long time practice, dṛḍhabhūmi, make your ground solid." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path begins with mastering thoughts and cultivating vairāgya, a detachment easily misled by temptation. One vairāgya arises from hearing sacred revelations of reality's beauty and miraculous powers, inspiring a desire to achieve such states, like levitation. Between 1970 and 1980, a commercial course promised flying yogis for a high fee, though the technique was merely sitting on a spring mattress. If a master today demonstrated real levitation, even long-term faithful disciples would be tempted to abandon their current practice overnight. This temptation is the most dangerous obstacle for a yogi. Among the many illusions, or māyā, attachment to family is a primary one, naturally pulling one backward, like a farmer who left heaven for his tobacco pipe. Māyā translates as ignorance, temptation, or a fleeting reflection—like Śiva appearing then vanishing. It is akin to a mirage, where hot air creates the illusion of water on the road, a disappointment that can shatter one's vairāgya. "One māyā is attachment to your children, to your family. It's natural, but still it is attachment; it pulls you back." "And this temptation is the most dangerous thing for a yogī." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path to self-realization requires practice and detachment. The seer, the sight, and the seen are distinct. In higher consciousness, the knower, knowledge, and the known become one. The self is the goal, but theory alone cannot bring realization; practice is essential. The self is not found externally but within. The mind accumulates countless impressions, which must be cleared through disciplined practice like prāṇāyāma. Without a steady aim, meditation is impossible. Liberation is not attained through exchange but through persistent practice and non-attachment. The world is impermanent, while Brahman is eternal and unchanging. Detachment does not mean hatred but universal love. Without the support of good company, true detachment cannot arise. Attachment leads to suffering, while detachment brings peace. "Abhyāsa vairāgya abhyāsam tanirodha." Practice, practice, practice. You have to practice the detachment. "Vairāgya konī hove lāl, bīnā satsaṅg." You cannot have detachment without good company. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Meditation requires steadiness, aim, and grace. Yoga techniques like prāṇāyāma and chakra śodhana purify the mind, but physical discomfort from inadequate preparation creates mental agitation, preventing true meditation. The body is like a stable glass of water; when the body moves, the mind—the water—becomes unsettled. A mind full of fluctuating thoughts is like a television screen with static, showing no clear picture. To meditate, you must have a fixed aim. The root of meditation is focusing on the divine form of the guru. Try to hold that image for just half a minute without other thoughts; this is great progress. Liberation comes not from transactional requests but through the guru's grace, which requires consistent practice and dispassion. Dispassion means seeing all material enjoyments as insignificant, yet it awakens a great love, not hatred. The changing world is unreal; only the unchangeable Brahman is real. "dhyāna mūlaṁ guru mūrti—the roots, the essence, or the success of your meditation is guru mūrti, focusing on the divine form of your Gurudev." "Mokṣa, liberation, Ātma Jñāna (Self-knowledge), is not a matter of exchange or transactional practice." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The core issue is mastering the mind by understanding and controlling mental modifications, or vṛttis, which are the key to spiritual progress. Discipline is essential. Vṛttis arise from sensory input and can be afflicted (kliṣṭa) or non-afflicted (akliṣṭa). What we see, hear, and smell creates thoughts that either support or hinder our practice. A pleasant sight or smell may seem harmonious but can foster attachment, pulling us back. A frightening experience, while disturbing, can promote renunciation. The challenge is that even non-afflicted thoughts can become obstacles if we cling to them. The goal is not to be influenced by these modifications. A story illustrates this: one monk carried a woman across a river and forgot, while the other, who did not touch her, carried the thought for years. The lingering mental impression is the problem. Sleep and memory are also vṛttis that must be overcome. Ultimately, all spiritual practices aim to purify these thoughts across all levels of consciousness to achieve freedom. "Master your thoughts. Now, how to master the thoughts? This is not very easy." "I am surprised that you are still carrying her in your mind. And that is what Patañjali means: those vṛttis." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The three perceptual senses of sight, sound, and smell intensely influence the mind's vṛttis, which are either painful (kliṣṭa) or non-painful (akliṣṭa). A pleasing sight, like a beautiful bush, creates harmonious thoughts that seem supportive. A disturbing sight, like a tiger, creates immediate fear that disbalances you. Pleasant sounds make you happy, while disruptive noises disturb your peace. Good smells bring calm, and bad smells disturb your system. However, this simple classification is complicated. The pleasant bush creates attachment, binding you to the material world and hindering progress. The frightening tiger promotes carefulness and renunciation, aiding spiritual development. A bad smell makes you alert and fosters renouncing feelings. The core issue is attachment or aversion. If a sense is absent, as with deafness, the stimuli have no influence. The key is to witness these vṛttis without letting them persist. Master your thoughts by perceiving, judging, and then letting go. "This vṛtti will disbalance your entire physical feeling and psychic mood." "So in our consciousness the information is given creates the vṛtti." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path is a gradual process of mastering the body and mind to achieve steadiness. Disciples share how decades of practice under a master's guidance provide strength, overcome illness, and transform qualities. The practice of mantra creates a direct, strengthening connection. The goal is to withdraw the senses from external disturbances, likened to an alarm triggered by the slightest movement. Steady posture is foundational; as a tree grows from a fragile seed, solidity comes through daily discipline. Experiences arise in stillness, but a single motion can scatter them. Preparation through diet and consistent practice filters negative energy and uplifts consciousness. "Through the blessing of the wisdom of yoga, which we are learning, I could overcome this problem." "If you want to be successful in your life, there is a secret for this, and this secret is called system yoga in daily life." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

External sounds and events do not inherently disturb; disturbance arises from personal liking and disliking. Withdraw the senses and merge with the inner sound to find peace. Mental modifications are in constant flux, making it difficult to remain fixed in a state of higher knowledge. Even with dedicated practice, underlying fears or reactions can surface unexpectedly. Mastery begins with steadiness of the body, as even a small movement creates energetic disturbances. By cultivating a steady posture and disciplined practice, one can filter negative energy and balance the mind, though complete realization is often a gradual process. "Withdraw your senses and be one with thyself. Merge with your own inner sound." "A little thought, a little thing, a little negative speech or sight can cause you great trouble and push you down." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The essence of spiritual practice lies in authentic mantra and disciplined resolve. Mantra initiation must come from an authentic spiritual lineage thousands of years old, not from a self-made master. All are instruments; to declare oneself the master is to be lost. Do not imitate the external form of teachers but follow their essential word. The foundational practice is to renounce harsh speech, for this alone attracts friendship. Stern words from a loving guide are for training, not harm. True progress requires strict personal discipline, or anuṣṭhān, in all practices. Without such discipline, one cannot succeed. Spirituality grows through this dedicated resolve, paying for happiness with attention, humility, and kindness. Respect all creatures and the natural environment, taking only what is offered. Prepare the body and mind to sit in stillness, for constant movement disturbs deep meditation. Life is short; the destination is reached through disciplined techniques. "The root of mantra is to follow the Guru's word." "Give up harsh words, and all will be your friends." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The essence of spiritual discipleship is to follow the teacher's instruction, not to imitate their personal habits. I observed my disciples growing beards, assuming they should mimic my appearance. I clarified they should not adopt such external forms unless they wished to. A disciple expressed relief, having mistakenly believed imitation was required. My own teacher's ways of eating, sitting, and speaking were profound lessons to learn from and revere, not to copy. The fundamental principle is that the root of spiritual practice lies in adhering to the Guru's direct word. Following that instruction is essential; failing to do so means one becomes spiritually lost. Imitation is a superficial error, while obedience to the teaching is the true path. "Mantra Mūlam Guru Vākya. The root, the very essence of the mantra, is to follow the Guru's instruction." "How my Gurudeva ate, how he sat, how he spoke—these were lessons for me to learn from, to accept, and to adore, but not to imitate." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Rakṣā Bandhan addresses the universal human need for security and harmony. It originated from a time of distrust, particularly to protect women. Initially, humans lived in a peaceful state known as Rāmrājya, where borders did not exist and people lived as one family. Greed eventually arose, leading to the creation of kingdoms, borders, and the need for security systems. Ethical principles, or Nīti, were established by sages to govern society and protect all beings. Human conflict, especially war, has caused immense suffering, breaking families and creating insecurity. The festival symbolizes a bond of protection, reminding us to see all women as mothers, sisters, or daughters. This perspective fosters respect and safety within society. It is a practical ethic for well-being, not merely a tradition. True security comes from contentment and seeing others as family, which eliminates enmity and creates brotherhood. "Śubhaṁ Karoti Kalyāṇam. Ārogyam dhan sampadā. Śatrubuddhi Vināśāya." "Therefore, there is always a question of security. We are concerned about security... only God protects us." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Rakṣābandhan is a ceremony for protection and security, especially for women. It originated from a need for safety in times of human distrust. Initially, there was an era of Rāmrājya, a harmonious kingdom without borders where people lived freely and happily. Greed later arose, leading to the creation of borders, kingdoms, and politics for security. Ethical principles, or Nīti, were established by sages to govern society and protect all beings. However, human greed continued to grow, fostering insecurity and conflict. Wars caused immense suffering, leaving families broken. The ceremony symbolizes a protective bond, reframing relationships to see every woman as a mother, sister, or daughter to foster respect and safety. This perspective aims to create harmony and brotherhood, eliminating the roots of conflict and injustice. "Śubhaṁ karoti kalyāṇam, ārogyaṁ dhana-sampadā." May all live in health and prosperity. "Śatru-buddhi vināśāya dīpa-jyotir namo ’stu te." I adore the divine light that destroys the intellect of enmity. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human duty is to use our intellect for discernment and to protect all life. We are blessed to be born human, possessing intellect for judgment and duty. This human dharma is a responsibility to love and protect all creatures, not discriminate. Our first fortune is this human birth. The second is having spiritual parents who provide ethical education, shaping us like raw material. The third is an innate interest in spirituality from past karma. The fourth is meeting a true spiritual guide. However, we often fail our duty. We destroy nature and are misled by poor education that lacks ethics. A major obstacle is addiction to harmful internet use, which agitates the mind and wastes precious time. To progress, we must replace negative habits with spiritual practice: mantra, meditation, and reading holy texts. Our spiritual aim requires positive change. We must pray for the planet and all beings. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣita: if you protect your dharma, dharma will protect you." "All creatures are myself... This is also the first step of self-realization, when you see yourself equally in everyone." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

True richness is found in our human birth, not in external wealth. We are blessed to be born with a healthy human body, possessing hands, legs, eyes, and intellect. This is our fundamental wealth. Being rich or poor is a state of mind. A person with billions may feel poor if their heart is impoverished, while someone with nothing can be truly rich if they are happy and consider themselves so. The core issue is the gap between our understanding and our lived practice. Our perception defines our reality. Financial wealth is separate from this inner richness. The primary obstacle is a poverty of spirit, which contradicts the very possibility of changing one's mindset. True wealth is an internal condition accessible to all. "The poor will never be rich because the heart is poor." "You may not have even one crown, but if you are happy and you say, 'I am rich,' you are rich." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Discipline is the foundation of all spiritual practice. Without it, yoga and meditation are meaningless. Many come here but fail to follow basic rules, walking improperly, taking utensils, and leaving mess. This outer disorder reflects inner chaos. Practice without discipline yields no success. The mind must be observed and purified through breath awareness, rejecting harmful thoughts and cultivating inner stillness. Only self-discipline enables change; no one can do this work for you. "Only outer things cannot influence your inner things, but your inner things influence your outer things." "I know that I am inhaling. I know that I am exhaling. Try to collect all your thoughts... and try to select those thoughts which are very important." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A guided meditation on breath awareness and the selective observation of thought. Sit straight with hands on knees, eyes closed. Inhale and exhale through the left nostril, observing the abdominal breath. Be a witness to the mind's modifications. Collect all thoughts and select only the important ones. Reject worldly, restless thoughts like jealousy and anger. Search for the single precious thought of the Self. Know the inhale and the exhale. Keep the body straight and the eyes closed to reduce mental fluctuations. Inhale and exhale through the right nostril, allowing the pranic energy to tranquilize thoughts. This technique harmonizes the mind's modifications to be one with the inner Self. Observe thoughts and determine if they are harmful. Chant OṂ, then conclude. "Search for that precious thought: ātmā, ahaṁ brahmāsmī." "Reject those thoughts which make you restless, which make you angry, which make you jealous, which make you greedy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The yogic path examines consciousness from stone to cosmos, revealing life and energy in all existence. Ancient seers researched astrology, palmistry, and the interconnected life of 8.4 million creatures. They understood that violence in any form returns as karmic punishment, making non-violence—universal love—the central path. Attachment, or rāga, is the root of selfishness, discrimination, and all suffering, creating duality. Detachment, or vairāgya, is realized through satsang and is the foundation of pure, non-discriminatory love. We are temporary visitors here; only our deeds accompany the soul. The practice is to fix awareness on the true Self, allowing all mental modifications to merge into one strength for that attainment. "Without vairāgya, you cannot come through. And vairāgya cannot be realized without satsaṅg." "Where the vairāgya is, there is love, there is understanding, there is beauty. There is no sign of disappointment." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path is defined by attachment (Rāga) or detachment (Vairāgya). Vairāgya, or non-attachment, is essential for spiritual progress and cannot be realized without sacred company (satsaṅg). Attachment is the root of selfishness and all suffering, creating duality where universal love should reside. A story illustrates this: two loving brothers share everything until one, unconsciously, gives a larger mango to his own son over his nephew. This subtle discrimination, born of attachment (Moha), becomes a rock on the path. Attachment breeds disappointment, pain, anger, hate, jealousy, greed, cruelty, and fear. Detachment fosters pure love, understanding, and beauty. Life is a temporary stay; only our karma and spiritual merits accompany the soul. The practice is to fix awareness on the true Self (ātmā), allowing all mental fluctuations to merge into one strength for that journey. "Vairāgya nahi hove lāl binā satsaṅg." (Oh my dear, you cannot realize Vairāgya without satsaṅg.) "Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human life is a precious chance to awaken from the prison of attachment and realize the Self. Our consciousness is a jungle of restless thoughts, which Patañjali teaches to calm. Attachment to "my" things, people, and ideas creates a terrible inner prison, while detachment brings freedom. We must respect all life, including trees, lakes, saints, and rain, which exist for every creature's benefit. Human greed destroys nature and creates misery. The current global crisis can be overcome by focusing on agriculture and handwork, becoming self-sufficient. Laziness is our greatest enemy, wasting the precious time of this human birth. Time is more valuable than money; losing it through sleep and procrastination leads to suffering across many lives. To awaken, discipline is essential: reduce food intake, quit nighttime distractions, sleep early, and force yourself to rise at Brahma Muhūrta for meditation. Direct your thoughts away from attachments and toward the inquiry "Who am I?" Fix your awareness in the Ātmā, the supreme consciousness, to attain liberation. "Money is not everything. One wise American said, 'When the last fish will die and the last tree will be chopped down, then, oh man, you will realize you cannot eat your dollars.'" "As long as you say 'my, my,' you are not free." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human life is uniquely precious, and laziness is the thief that steals it. This opportunity for God-realization is rare, while worldly relationships are common across countless lives. The soul has slept through many existences, wasting the invaluable time given in human form. Time is life itself, more precious than any wealth. This is especially true for the pre-dawn period, Brahmamuhūrta, a nectar-like time for meditation where sleep indicates past sin. Laziness is a sweet, destructive force that perpetuates suffering across lifetimes, trapping beings in karmic cycles. One must therefore wake up and use time wisely. The solution is to cultivate disciplined habits and redirect the mind. Cease nighttime distractions and retire early. Rise during Brahmamuhūrta, use cold water, avoid daytime sleep, and engage fully in practice. Through such effort, new, healthy mental patterns awaken. Ultimately, one must practice detachment and realize the true Self as supreme consciousness, not the body or its attachments. "O my brother, wake up. Your chance is slipping away." "I am the divine Cit-Ānanda-svarūpa, the supreme consciousness, the ātmā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Mastering thought is essential for spiritual practice. If you cannot control your thoughts, you cannot meditate. You sit in meditation, but your thoughts run elsewhere, like to your garden or home. Your physical body is in one place, but your feelings are with your beloved or your concerns. When thoughts scatter outside your being, there is a void, and your practice cannot succeed. Yet you cannot forcibly block or lock thoughts. Therefore, you must control the senses. Do not listen to negative talk. Do not look at disturbing images. Do not go to places with foul smells that linger in the mind. "Where there is no bhakti to Rāma, that place is not for living." "Yes, but you know, here is only my body; my thoughts and my mind are there where my Lord is." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Complete surrender makes you an instrument for the divine master to act through. True spiritual life begins with total surrender of self-will, intellect, and possessions. When this happens, the divine master takes over and you become merely the instrument. You must let this inner master speak. Feeling this presence brings immense joy and allows beautiful wisdom to flow from your own heart. However, the moment you believe you are the master who will teach, your condition deteriorates. This is like a healthy tree being consumed by termites. The ego, selfishness, and jealousy act as these destructive forces, slowly ruining you from within. Surrender prevents this decay by removing the illusion of personal authorship. "Surrender: Īśvara, prāṇa, dhana—complete surrender. Then He will take over; you are only an instrument." "The termites of ego, the termites of selfishness, the termites of jealousy, and many different things can destroy us." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The pollution of perception obstructs mastery. Negative speech enters the ears, creating tension and restless thoughts that cloud consciousness. Slander spreads rapidly, unlike nourishing wisdom. All sensory input generates mental modifications. Sound and sight are primary causes of these disturbances. The sense of smell, though subtle, powerfully awakens memory and thought. To still the mind, one must guard the gates of perception. Do not listen to negative talk. Do not look upon disturbing sights. Avoid places with foul smells. Control these senses to prevent pollution from entering your awareness. Your practice depends on mastering the thoughts stirred by the senses. "Yogaḥ citta vṛtti nirodhaḥ. Patañjali says if you can master your thoughts, then your practice or sādhanā will improve and proceed." "Do not listen to negative talk from people. Even if it is negative, say, 'Thank you, that is not my subject; I do not want it.'" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The goal of yoga is the merging of individual consciousness into cosmic consciousness, ending suffering through unity and discipline. Gray hair signifies the wisdom earned from life's tests, a natural beauty superior to artificiality. True culture, now often lost, is found in living principles, not museums. Yoga is the disciplined path to this realization, requiring lifelong practice without expectation of reward. The essence is non-violence in thought, word, and deed, which creates harmony where even animals feel no fear. Success comes from surrendering all actions and their fruits to the divine will, becoming like a trusting child free from guilt and stress. This surrender, coupled with steady discipline, is the key to liberation. "Yoga means oneness, yoga means unity, yoga means harmony, and yoga means balance." "Discipline is a key to success, and who has no discipline cannot be successful." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The natural discipline of ahiṃsā reveals our separation from creation. Ancient sages lived in harmony, where animals felt no fear, drawn by the absence of aggression. Humans now radiate negative energy, making other creatures flee; we are not trustworthy. Ahiṃsā is the highest principle: non-violence. Anger, jealousy, and negative thoughts are subtle violence against oneself and others. When complete non-violence fills your heart, animals will not harm you. True practitioners were surrounded by animals who loved them. Fear and aggression make you more afraid than the tiger. Discipline through mind, word, and deed makes life comfortable. We claim grand principles but quickly harm a mosquito. Modern epidemics are seen as warnings. Yoga is discipline. Practice for a lifetime without expectation of results. Perform your duty; the fruits belong to God. "Ahiṃsā parmo dharma—the highest principle or religion is non-violence." "Karm kije, jā phal dega bhagvān... Continue to perform your duty, and God will give you the fruits." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

This month's focus is the Yogasūtra and the path of yoga. Yoga is the universal principle uniting consciousness and creation, originating from the sound Aum. The ultimate goal is for individual consciousness to merge with the cosmic source. Many sages and incarnations have conveyed this truth through different paths suited to different minds, all leading to the same one God. The sage Patañjali systematically compiled the teachings on yoga into sūtras. Yogis discovered the nature of the mind, intellect, and the soul that persists after the body dies. They mapped the journey of this soul, governed by the law of karma, through cycles of birth and death. This human life is a precious opportunity. The body is your temple and partner; how you treat it matters. The disciplined practice of yoga, as guided by a true knower of the Supreme, is the way to liberation from suffering. We will explore these instructions here in this pristine natural setting. "Who am I? From where did I come? What is the purpose of my coming? And where will I go? The destination is one." "Consciously or unconsciously, the destination or the purpose of life for every creature is to proceed towards the origin." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The destination is one, and all paths ultimately lead to that single truth. Different masters created various techniques and paths according to different intellects, but all knowledge originates from one source. Great saints discovered the nature of the body, mind, and the soul's journey beyond death. They traced the path from cause to action to result, which we call destiny or karma. This creates the cycle of birth and death. Yoga is the way to emerge from this cycle. The human body is your real temple; how you treat it will come back to you. "At the end, I will be there. This means you will come to Me." "Only the body dies; everything else remains." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Prāṇāyāma is a subtle and powerful practice for human well-being. Humans lead unbalanced lives, creating mental pollution and stress, unlike other creatures who live in harmony with nature. For this reason, the great sages researched life through tapasyā. Their findings in the Vedas declare that the entire universe exists within the human body. Prāṇa is the cosmic energy that binds the five elements and balances all levels of consciousness. The ultimate human tragedy is to die without self-knowledge. The goal is the union of individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness. Discipline is essential for success in this yoga sādhana. Practice prāṇāyāma gently and systematically, without hurry, preparing the body as a temple. It harmonizes the mind, calms thoughts, and frees one from stress. "Prāṇa is that energy which keeps all the five elements together: space, fire, water, air, and earth." "Without discipline, your yoga sādhanā cannot be successful." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Yoga is the science of uniting individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness. This union is achieved through the eight limbs of Aṣṭāṅga Yoga. The first two limbs, Yama and Niyama, establish ethical discipline and self-purification. Āsana provides a stable posture. Prāṇāyāma, the control of breath, is central for controlling the mind and vital energy. Unsteady breath leads to an unsteady mind. By regulating the breath, thoughts become controlled, stress is eliminated, and physical health is enhanced. Specific techniques like Bhastrikā strengthen the lungs and heart, while Kapālbhāti benefits the brain and digestion. Practices like Anulom Vilom balance the body's energies. Following Prāṇāyāma, the subsequent limbs—Pratyāhāra, Dhāraṇā, Dhyāna, and Samādhi—guide the senses inward, leading to concentration, meditation, and ultimate union with the divine. This complete path solves all problems and establishes peace. "Chale vāte chale chittam." As long as the breath is unsteady, the mind remains unsteady. "Tam eva viditvā mṛtyum eti nānyaḥ panthā vidyate ’yanāya." Only by knowing the Lord is one freed from death; there is no other path. Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Human life is attained after countless births for three goals: attaining soul knowledge, performing good deeds, and devoting oneself to the Lord. A true life is lived for the welfare of others, dedicating every moment to these aims. The celebration of a birthday is a sacred Yajña, a wish for a long and healthy life dedicated to service. The ultimate offering to a teacher is not material gifts but one's own spiritual growth and inner transformation. "Ātmā vare draṣṭavyaḥ, śrotavyaḥ, mantavyaḥ. We should see the soul, listen to it, and meditate on it." "Jīvema Śaradaḥ Śatam, Bhūyaṣṭha Śaradaḥ Śatam. That means you should live for 100 years, even more than that." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Watering the Garden of bhaktas Musical recording.

The human body and all life are profoundly influenced by the seasons and the earth's radiance. The greatest threat today is climate change, caused by human greed. This mental pollution creates physical pollution, leading to drought and suffering. If we had followed the prayers and instructions of ancient sages, this situation would not exist. People pray for rain, but often do so selfishly as beggars. Śiva asks for unconditional love and devotion, not begging. The use of chemical pesticides creates unbearable heat in the earth, harming it like a cancer and contributing to environmental breakdown. The four monsoon months are designated for dedicated worship and meditation on Lord Śiva. Śiva is the eternal, undestroyable consciousness from which all manifestation arises. I advise all to meditate on Śiva and repeat the mantra. Prayer must come from a heart of endless love, not like morning dew that vanishes. Pray for forgiveness and for the sake of all creatures and vegetation. "Mother Earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for their greed." "Where there is love, there are no conditions: unconditional love, unconditional devotion." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The full moon profoundly influences consciousness and emotion, necessitating spiritual discipline. The lunar cycle governs biological and emotional rhythms, with full moons causing restlessness in all life. Humans, unlike other creatures, often fail to master these emotions. Ancient research prescribed fasting on full moon days to stabilize the mind. Occupying the mind with Guru's word is essential, as all scripture constitutes this guiding instruction. Satsang with saints completes the triad of practice that can soften one's destined path. This full moon, Guru Purnima, marks a celestial alignment where divine beings honor their teachers. Serving the Guru for a moment surpasses lifetimes of worship, making this day supremely significant for purifying the inner faculties. "Through the moonlight, I enter into the vegetation as a nectar." "Therefore, mantra mūlaṁ Guru Vākya." Filming locations: Jāḍaṇ, Pālī District, Rājasthān, India.

Guru Pūrṇimā is celebrated wherever the eternal Vedic dharma is practiced. This sacred festival is observed at thousands of centers, imparting teachings for daily life. The Guru's feet are the supreme pilgrimage, ferrying one across worldly existence. Sitting in the Guru's presence on this day bestows the nectar of knowledge and speech. It marks a new beginning where devotees take vows for spiritual practice. Reflect on the purpose of coming here. Conversation can happen at home. The human birth is rare and uncertain for the future. The soul can realize the Supreme only through this human form. If effort is lacking, simply sit and meditate on the Gurudev. True education makes one human, leading from darkness to the light of the soul and the Divine. This is the education taught by the sages, which is now absent. "Speak as little as possible. Reflect on why you have come here, what is the very purpose of coming here." "Education is that which makes a human truly human. Education leads from thought to light, from the light of the soul, to the light of Īśvara—that is true education." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India