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Yoga in Daily Life is a system for holistic well-being and global harmony. It is practiced worldwide for physical, social, mental, and spiritual health. The organization engages in extensive humanitarian work locally, nationally, and internationally. It supports diverse communities, from those with special needs to multicultural events. International projects address crises like water scarcity and education for the poor. The work is rooted in principles of peace, tolerance, and interfaith dialogue. Lasting peace requires compassion, respect for all cultures, and recognition of our interconnectedness. "War arises out of greed for power or difference in religious beliefs. But no matter on what side of the wall someone dies, remember that a member of our human society has lost their life." "Peace requires peace within the human heart. Peace also requires compassion, a sense of connectedness with other humans and with other species." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Humans possess a unique intellectual capacity and an even more miraculous inner potential, hidden from most. Awakening this potential—the Kuṇḍalinī—means awakening inner knowledge and consciousness. This occurs when the cosmic energy within the body is purified and directed upward. This same energy pervades the cosmos and accumulates in the body at vortices called chakras. While thousands exist, eight are primary in Kuṇḍalinī yoga: five along the spine for normal existence and three above for spiritual development. Through yoga, prāṇāyāma, meditation, kriyā, and mantra, we can harmonize these centers. However, the guidance of a spiritual master, a guru who removes ignorance, is essential on this path to enlightenment, which is the ultimate aim of human life. "Awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means to awaken one’s inner knowledge, that innate potential which exists in each and every person as our birthright." "The Sanskrit word guru means the remover of darkness. It is that one who removes the darkness of our ignorance and kindles in us the light of wisdom."

The subtle body contains 72,000 energy channels, with three primary ones: Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā. Energy concentrates at junctions called chakras. Dormant energy in these centers indicates imbalances. The central channel ascends from the navel to the crown. Kuṇḍalinī is the dormant serpent power at the base. Liberation occurs only when this energy awakens and rises to unite with consciousness at the crown. The mind is a restless principle that records sensory impressions, creating desires and saṃskāras stored in the subconscious. This constant activity causes stress. The intellect must judge these thoughts. Awakening Kuṇḍalinī and discrimination purifies these impressions. One must give the mind the continuous task of focusing on the Divine to master it. The soul carries its qualities and karma; these persist like salt in water and must be purified for liberation. The five senses gather information; the five action organs express it. The mind masters these ten. Purifying the energy channels through practices like nāḍī śodhana frees blockages, allowing energy to flow. "Weapons cannot cut it, fire cannot burn it, water cannot wet it, wind cannot dry it." "The restless, demanding mind is like that ghost; it must be given the right, continuous task of focusing on the Divine." Filming locations: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

The path to spiritual realization is possible within a normal, worldly life. The key is understanding true renunciation and enjoyment. Worldly pleasures are temporary and bring more suffering than joy. The ultimate enjoyment is inner contentment and peace, which comes from detachment, not possessions. Renunciation means selfless giving without expectation of thanks or return. Cultivate inner detachment while fulfilling your duties. Integrate spiritual practice, like mantra repetition, into your daily routine. This consistent practice leads to the highest joy: tasting the nectar of God's name. "Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice." "Renounce and enjoy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Time is the most precious diamond of life, constantly flowing and never returning. Do not waste it in gossip or idleness, as even animals pass time thus; for humans, this is a great sin of disrespect. Your heart is a temple that must be filled with meditation and mantra to keep God's presence within. If your attention wavers and your heart empties, problems and negative forces waiting for that chance will enter. Then it becomes very difficult to remove them. Therefore, the wise constantly remember the Lord, using this precious time for spiritual practice. "Lucky are they who can be in satsaṅg. Lucky are they who can practice every day." "That minute when your attention, your feeling, your love goes to some other thing, then your heart is empty." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Change is ever-present in body, mind, and life. Your happiness or unhappiness depends on whether temporary changes seem favorable. The world appears according to your mind's projection. True wisdom is accepting your own ignorance and seeking solutions within. Ego is a vast ignorance that resists, but change is inevitable; nothing remains as it begins. Therefore, accept all changes—physical, emotional, mental. The wise simply observe change, as one observes items flowing in a river. Life is that flowing river. Stagnant water spoils; flowing water is good. This river has two banks: happiness and unhappiness. Your life passes between them. The water's nature is simply to flow through all conditions, clean or dirty. You have changed and will change again; what seems unfavorable is only temporary. "manomātra jagatā—the world appears before you according to how your mind projects it." "Pāṇī to chalata bhalā—therefore, it is good that water is flowing." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Change is the constant reality of life, observed in the body and the passing of time. Grey hair is a natural and beautiful sign of a life fully lived, a mark of maturity to be accepted, not hidden with artificial color. Attempting to conceal this change is an act of pretense, distancing you from reality. Such artificiality even extends to creating environmental harm through the products used to deny this truth. Every moment passes and cannot be recaptured. Therefore, one must utilize time through dedicated practice. "To attain white hair, grey hair—to attain a white or grey beard—is not simple. It is the best part of life." "Every second is past, is lost from our life. Past time will not return. Therefore, utilize your time. Practice, practice, practice." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is the balance and union between individual consciousness and cosmic consciousness, creating harmony. This union is the resonance of OM, the primal sound from which all creation emerges. The human body is a microcosm of this universal principle, composed of five elements and governed by a network of 72,000 energy channels. The central channel, Suṣumnā, is flanked by Iḍā and Piṅgalā, which must be balanced. The purpose of human life is self-realization, which requires cultivating divine qualities over animalistic ones. The heart center, Anāhata Cakra, is the seat of unconditional love and spiritual devotion. Its awakening grants artistic talent and the power of positive intention. Purification of the energy centers, through practices like mantra repetition, leads toward liberation from the cycle of karma and destiny. "Where the balance takes place, there is harmony. And therefore, where there is yoga, there is harmony." "The Anāhata Cakra is the center of devotion, the center of love—the love of a mother and the love of a devotee. These are two everlasting loves." Filming locations: Zagreb, Croatia.

We are defining the Maṇipūra chakra, whose name refers to jewels. The first jewel is the pearl from a shell. The second is the Nāgamaṇi, found in the head of an old king cobra, which illuminates its path. If stolen, the snake dies, but merely seeing it grants Śiva consciousness. The third is the Gajamoti, found in an elephant's head, which dissolves if the elephant knows it is dying. A poem asks four questions: if a cracked pot loses its resonance, spoiled milk loses its butter, an extinguished flame loses its light, or a broken heart loses its love, where do these qualities go? These jewels and questions point to subtle energies within creatures that vanish under threat. The mantra Oṃ Maṇi Padme Hūṃ honors the master's lotus feet where this jewel sparkles. "Dīpak bujh gayā, loh kahan chali gai. The lamp, the flame of an oil lamp or a candle, is blown out. Where has the flame disappeared?" "when your heart, your mind, becomes spoiled or broken, where has love gone?" Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

To see or dream of a white elephant, the śvetāravat, is a profound spiritual event. It is the chariot of Brahmā, and such a vision can confer the benefit of fifty years of practice. I once dreamt as a child that a white elephant lifted me onto its head with its trunk; from that day, my spiritual seeking began. I share this now to speak of gajamoti, a rare crystal-like substance that brings supreme blessings. Though we may not possess the physical object, we can hold its thought in our heart to receive its virtues of happiness and peace. "If you can even dream of a white elephant, I tell you, it is as if you have practiced fifty years of spiritual sādhanā." "Therefore, from today onward, keep in your thought that you have gajamoti in your heart." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

Trust in Providence, but understand your duty to act. A sculptor saw an ant in a marble block with a grain of rice and concluded God provides without effort. He stopped working, trusting he would be fed at home. His wife worried. Thieves, overhearing a fictional story about a suitcase of snakes, mistakenly dropped a stolen treasure of jewels through his roof. He saw this as proof that what is destined for you cannot be taken. However, this story is not an example to follow. We must work; this is our duty, or puruṣārtha. We lack such absolute faith; we would grow hungry and return to work. Destiny is the product of our own actions. Parents give birth, but not destiny; you forge it through your deeds in this world. "Who gave the beak will also give the food." "Destiny is a product of our actions." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

Yoga in Daily Life is an authentic system to counter modern misuse. In this age, superficial imitation of postures leads to bodily deterioration. All yoga science originates from Śiva, to whom its copyright belongs. Observing chaotic practices in the West, where beginners performed advanced poses, revealed the need for order. Thus, this system was compiled from ancient literature and yogic thought, blessed by the spiritual lineage. It was developed over decades, even in restrictive environments, focusing on holistic health. It is now practiced worldwide. The body is a temple of the soul, made of five elements, and must be treated properly. Like a machine designed for specific fuel, the body has a divine design; misusing it with harmful substances contradicts its purpose. Seek self-realization through authentic practice, not commercialized shortcuts. "All systems came out of yoga." "This body is a temple of your ātmā, a temple of your soul, a temple of your spirit, a temple of your consciousness." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

An ashram is a place for disciplined spiritual effort, distinct from a temple. Temples are for ritual worship and have religious or artistic value, while ashrams are for personal spiritual work. The term derives from the Sanskrit root for exertion. Here, individuals engage in personal spiritual practice to build their own experience, free from normal distractions. Inhabitants live in celibacy, follow a vegetarian diet, and practice spiritual techniques while doing charitable work. They build their own temples and cultivate the land. The essential process is the inner transformation within each resident. Through physical, mental, and meditative work, they undergo a personality change. Residing here offers personal freedom and a liberated spirit, free from prejudices. One example is an ashram in Rajasthan promoting tolerance and respect. "The āśrama is therefore a place where mental effort is exerted as a result of spiritual practice." "By residing in such a place, a person gains the possibility of experiencing personal freedom and the ability of a completely liberated spirit." Filming location: India

The Kumbh Mela is the greatest spiritual festival, timed by astrology and rooted in myth. It fulfills a need for mass spiritual experience. Legends say gods and demons churned the ocean for the nectar of immortality, Amrita. The god Dhanvantari emerged with the pot. A struggle ensued, and drops of nectar fell at four sacred sites: Haridwar, Nashik, Prayag, and Ujjain. The festival occurs when specific constellations align over these places. At Prayag, the confluence of three sacred rivers is celebrated. Bathing there on the auspicious day is believed to grant supreme blessings. It is one of the world's largest gatherings, with tens of millions participating. The united effort of diverse spiritual paths at this sacred time is thought to generate immense spiritual power for the world's benefit. "Time belongs to all religions, which is why India is the most auspicious place for the Kumbh Melā." "The belief is that much can be achieved for the benefit of the world through united efforts." Filming location: Maha Kumbha Mela, India

Kuṇḍalinī is the energy and consciousness within all states of mind, containing one's karma and destiny. This individual self is like a single balloon holding everything. Kuṇḍalinī is also defined as Śiva and Śakti. Śiva is pure, liberating consciousness—the ultimate truth and beauty—which resides in all beings without gender duality. Its seat is symbolically Mount Kailash, corresponding to the crown of the head in the body. Śakti is the universal energy within us, involved with karma, which longs to merge with Śiva for liberation. Their union transcends time and leads to self-realization. The individual soul seeks to unite with this supreme consciousness; human life is the precious opportunity for this realization, which resolves all karma and obstacles. Awakening Kuṇḍalinī is a subtle, spiritual process, not physical. It requires years of sāttvic preparation and proper guidance from a spiritual lineage to proceed safely upward, as misguided efforts are dangerous. The connection between a true master and disciple becomes spontaneous and indescribable. "Śiva means consciousness, not a physical form. It is the entire consciousness that dwells in the universe." "Human life is the opportunity where you can have a lawyer to solve all problems, to become free from this prison. That lawyer is spiritual knowledge." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Kundalini is the dormant power within consciousness that directs destiny. This energy, symbolized as a serpent, represents time and death. Time, or Kāla, is a constant companion like a shadow, while knowledge walks as its counterpart. Acting with awareness of place and time brings harmony. Destiny is the product of one's own past actions, like a thrown stone that cannot be recalled. Human life is rare, and liberation requires a human birth, spiritual interest, and a master. Kundalini awakening is the light of wisdom that frees one from destiny's power. Control emotions and act with awareness of circumstance. "Act according to the time and place. Whoever can adjust himself or herself to this time and situation will be successful." "Destiny is the product of your own actions. No one is there to be blamed." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Faithful practice is the seed of attainment. Humans suffer greatly from their relationships and have abused nature beyond even animals, becoming the most developed yet most troubled creature. Intellectual knowledge alone is insufficient; devoted practice is essential. A story illustrates this: two brothers pursued different paths—one intellectual knowledge, the other devotional practice. The intellectual brother criticized the devotee's ritual errors. Later, seeing the devotee walk on water through pure faith, the intellectual realized his own knowledge was hollow. He was told the key is a pure heart in practice, not perfect technique, just as a seed grows regardless of how it is sown if the soil is good. Do not waste time in deliberation; practice faithfully with what you have. "Too much reading also leads you nowhere. It’s only intellectual information. Therefore, practicing is very important." "When you will pray with a pure heart, a good heart, if your mantra is pronounced correctly or incorrectly... The fruits will be there." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The chakras are borders of consciousness. Energy centers are located at the body's major joints, marking transitions between kingdoms of nature. Concentrating on the earth chakra at the feet can lead to depression and accelerated aging. The area from ankles to knees governs animal consciousness and behavior. The five human chakras remain mixed with these lower qualities. The Ājñā Chakra is the border between human and divine consciousness. Awakening it reveals the inner master, though the outer master remains essential. Confusion arises when this center is clouded by intellect and ego. Ājñā means command, granting authority over the senses and freedom from karma. The Mūlādhāra chakra is the root foundation of physical and psychic stability. Its red color symbolizes the energy of Mother Earth, blood, and Śakti. This energy is worshipped as the divine feminine. The lotus flower symbolizes pure devotion and love, remaining unstained by the world. "Gu means darkness, and Ru means light. You enter into the light of wisdom, and you cross the border of this darkness." "Ājñā means order. Ājñā means command. So you become the commander because you know what to do." Filming location: Umag, Croatia

The Marwari horse embodies a unique creation rooted in its land. Its eyes are a paramount feature, open and receptive. True creation must surpass the merely obvious to be sufficient. A unique moderated species arises, distinct from others. This creative force is firmly rooted yet troubled, seeking comfort. The people have cultivated a land where such creation can settle undisturbed. The horse's qualities are represented by dual symbols like salt and love. These elements are part of a purifying ritual. The essence is preserved through specific, grounded practices. "Marwari breed is one of the finest breeds produced in Rajasthan. One of its best features is the eyes." "That concludes aṣṭamaṅgala, which is one of the purifying signs." Filming location: India

The visit celebrated Croatia's spiritual openness and shared universal values through cultural exchange and yoga teachings. A valuable historical book on Croatian architecture was presented in recognition of decades of humanitarian work. Public seminars on Yoga in Daily Life were held, focusing on awakening inner potential and explaining yoga as the harmonizing principle between cosmic consciousness and the universe. Lectures on energetic centers continued a multi-year cycle. Meetings with officials emphasized universal messages of peace and environmental stewardship, symbolized by planting olive trees as a wish for peace and a reminder to protect nature. "It is very important to preserve your original culture, and this beautiful book that preserves ancient Croatian culture and architecture is a very good way to do so." "I wish that all who come under this tree may find peace and harmony, love and understanding." Filming location: Croatia

The spiritual path requires self-observation, practical action, and discernment. Human life is a singular, non-transferable chance for the soul to unite with the Divine. Spiritual awakening means developing compassion. Begin practically: renounce small comforts, like offering your seat. Cultivate patience without anger in daily irritations. However, action must be guided by wisdom. A story illustrates that helping without understanding the true need may cause harm; first know, then help. Yet, when giving charity, do not judge the recipient's worthiness or future actions; simply help if you wish. Perform a daily vow, like feeding birds, to purify your inner instrument—mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego. This purification awakens the eternal joy and bliss within. "First know and then help." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

The spiritual ascent of humanity begins with the evolutionary cycle of life. The human mind was granted the opportunity to think beyond its own consciousness and seek the roots of existence for the entire universe. This search births a spirituality that elevates beings beyond limited existence. The essential essence begins in the material person. This community collaborates with people who, following their differences, come together. We examine the significance of significance. The next communities are considered. We came from Māyā or Atlantis. "The human mind was granted the opportunity to think spiritually beyond its own consciousness and to seek the roots of its existence." "We, the Hungarians, came from Māyā or Atlantis." Filming locations: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

The primordial sound Oṁ is the cosmic vibration from which all creation emerges. This eternal resonance unites and harmonizes every atom. Self-realization reveals you are not the body, senses, or mind, but the source of this exhale that manifests the universe and the inhale that withdraws it. This is jñāna-yoga prāṇāyāma. The path is ātmā-cintan, inquiring "Who am I?" through ātmā-vicāra (discrimination), leading to ātmā-anubhūti (experience) and finally ātmā-bodha (knowledge). This knowledge arises when the inner instrument, antaḥkaraṇa, is pure. Its components are manas (mind, with its saṅkalpa and vikalpa), buddhi (intellect for judgment), citta (conscious space), and ahaṅkāra (ego). Buddhi can be polluted by bad company, but viveka (discrimination) cannot be polluted, only unawakened. Without viveka, buddhi becomes a slave to a mind polluted by negativity. Mental pollution is difficult to cleanse. Therefore, consume the immortal nectar of Guru Vakya, the wisdom in all holy teachings, which spoils your taste for worldly illusion. "The entire creation is my creation. It is I who exhale that cosmic sound which was the beginning." "Ātmā—nothing can touch me. Ātmā cintan: who am I?" Filming location: Sydney, Australia

Yoga in Daily Life is a global family united in one spiritual light. Our worldwide system runs diverse humanitarian programs for the environment, education, health, peace, animals, children, and the vulnerable. I urge you to become a member to support humankind and the planet. Join and do not fall away. Selfless dedication is required; selfishness will lead you to seek faults and leave. Like the man whose own hair fell into his soup while looking for one, you will find an excuse. Where help is needed, argument is not needed. If someone falls, act immediately; helping hands have more value than folded hands. This is our global aim. I ask you to join us for the purification of your ego and mind. "Where help is needed, argument is not needed." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

The mind is the principle that transfers information between the conscious intellect and the subconscious, where impressions become latent desires. When these desires are unfulfilled, negativity arises, leading to jealousy and criticism. This is like rationalizing failure, as in the fable of the sour grapes. However, reality often contradicts our imaginations; when it does, we label it negatively. A single negative thought poisons spiritual purity, akin to spoiling pure milk with a drop of lemon juice or awakening a dangerous sleeping cobra. Therefore, one must guard against mental infection by avoiding bad company and seeking good company. Your world becomes what you think. "One negative thought is harmful to your spirituality, to your purity—for spirituality means pure, and pure means clean." "Therefore, protect thyself from such infections. There is mental infection and there is physical infection." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

The divine protects the sincere devotee, fulfilling cosmic law beyond mortal conditions. A king sought immortality through austerity. Denied this, he demanded a boon: to not die inside or outside, by day or night, by human, animal, weapon, or element. It was granted. He returned to his kingdom, forbade all worship of God, and punished believers. He encountered an old potter woman praying because her kittens were trapped in a kiln. He vowed to burn her if they died. After 48 hours, the kittens were found alive, unharmed. The king, confused, spared her. The king had a son, Prahlāda, a devoted child who chanted God's name constantly. The king tried repeatedly to kill him: by crocodiles, wild elephants, and a mountain. The child survived each time through divine grace. The king then ordered Prahlāda to embrace a red-hot iron pillar or be killed. As Prahlāda approached, he saw ants walking on the hot pillar and gained confidence. He hugged the pillar, and it broke. From it emerged Narasiṃha, a half-man, half-lion form. At twilight, at the threshold of the house, Narasiṃha placed the king on his lap and killed him with his claws, thus fulfilling every condition of the boon. "My God." "Better to die in the fire than be killed by such a devil." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

Spirituality is the pure consciousness of the universal Ātmā within all beings. The individual soul, Jīvātmā, is a mixture of this Ātmā, the non-self, and karma, giving each creature its own destiny. Humans possess the unique instrument of intellect, which can be educated limitlessly. To develop spirituality and achieve world peace, practice daily awareness. First, consciously affirm, "I am a human," recognizing our role as protectors, not destroyers. Second, remember what it means to be human. Third, identify the qualities that make you human: forgiveness, love, and protection, not jealousy or anger. Fourth, develop these qualities through practice; any action leading to a result is Yoga. Fifth, contemplate your life's mission, which is not mere survival but God-realization. Our nature is to unite, love, and protect, not to fight. "Ātmā is universal, while Jīvātmā, the soul, is individual." "The mission of life is God-realization. Be a protector." Filming location: Sydney, Australia

The Trikuṭī is the meeting point of three rivers within. In the body, the three nāḍīs—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā—are the Gaṅgā, Yamunā, and Sarasvatī. Their confluence is at the center of the eyebrows. The yogic tilaka marks this spot for concentration and awakening, not for adornment. Purifying this meeting awakens Suṣumṇā, flowing to Sahasrāra for liberation, purifying mind and intellect. The Trikuṭī Sandhānam is an advanced kriyā using a special breath, mantra, and techniques on specific cakras. It requires readiness; without a purified inner field, it yields nothing. A disciple, Maṅgilāljī, achieved liberation while living. He emphasized obeying the Guru's words to clean the field of the body, remove passion and anger through sattvic living, and plant the seed of Oṃ. When the heart is ready, compassion and dharma grow. This plant then needs the water of satsaṅg, the well shown by the Guru, to be nourished by the wisdom of saints. "Tan kī khetī sāph karabo, kāma krodha ko dūr haṭābo." "Satgurū kū upa batāyā bhai, Ab to nīr pilānā hai." Filming location: Australia

We are experts at judging others, not ourselves. We forget our own mistakes but remember those of others. A mistake is rarely one-sided; it takes two hands to make a sound. Human nature fixates on flaws, like a spot on a beautiful dress, ignoring the whole. The best approach is to withhold negative judgment. While right and wrong are clear, strive to be the light that removes darkness. Use wisdom to see from another's position. For example, if a spouse accidentally breaks an heirloom, consider how you would feel if roles were reversed. Similarly, consider a leader's impossible task of pleasing all groups in a diverse nation. By placing yourself in their position, you understand their situation, even if they are guilty. "Human nature is always to search for a black spot." "Put yourself in that position and then pass judgment." Filming location: Australia

The light of spiritual harmony begins within your own heart. True devotion merges individual auras into a unified field. If you cannot harmonize with others, how can you create world peace? Peace starts with your words and your first step toward friendship. We must step forward, not retreat. Without harmony, your spiritual light dims and may extinguish. For the devoted, that inner light only grows brighter. The illumination here comes from the collective light of the devotees. Peace, harmony, and forgiveness must originate from you. When you give these, they reflect back as love and peace. This return is assured when your higher chakras are clean and balanced. "O Swāmījī, you live in me, you live within me." "if you cannot harmonize with 30, 40, 100, 200, or even 1,000 people, how will you ever create world peace?" Filming location: Australia

The problem is people avoid knowing themselves due to fear and guilt, but you cannot escape this. Meditation brings you closer daily, making you your own best friend and realizing you are the Self. Ignorance tells you that you are lost, poor, and unloved, but that is a great stupidity; you are the Ātmā. Heaven is not a place but your imagination—a feeling of happiness and safety. One person's sentence can make you feel in heaven or hell, which is merely a change of your mind. We must achieve a level of being untouched by others' actions. Dust will fall, but you should let it go without wasting time on endless thoughts. Accept your weaknesses and learn from them without letting the dust accumulate again. Our attention often fixates on minor faults, like a grain of rice in a beard, which may disturb others, so we should correct it with self-respect and without creating tension. "Heaven is our imagination, that is it. Where you feel happy, pleasant, beautiful, safe, then that is heaven." "I, I—not this, but myself, the Ātmā." Filming location: Australia

Human life is for Self-realization and protecting all creatures through non-violence and spiritual practice, guided by Guru Bhakti. No one attains the highest consciousness without a Gurudev, as exemplified by divine figures who also had masters. Remember the promise made to God to use this human birth for reaching Brahman through devotion, and do not neglect this purpose. Wasting time in idle pursuits is a grave sin, while satsaṅg and sādhanā are essential. Develop human qualities to create harmony, not conflict, and contribute to world peace. "This life is given to us to attain Self-realization." "To waste time is a great sin against time." Filming location: Australia

Spiritual practice continues across lifetimes, carrying progress forward rather than being lost. Entering the Mūlādhāra chakra requires serious daily practice for about twelve years. If death occurs before achieving a goal, the soul is reborn as a beautiful human drawn back to the spiritual path. Consciousness awakens from childhood, and sādhanā resumes from where it stopped. This continuity is why disciples from past lives rejoin. Mantra removes obstacles, but genuine Guru Bhakti is essential, as true lineage masters are rare. Without this devotion, practice may only yield physical benefits, leaving one unprepared for potentially painful future lives. "Kṛṣṇa said, 'No, you will incarnate again as a beautiful spiritual human. And from childhood, the consciousness will awaken you, spiritual, and your sādhanā will continue.'" "O Kṛṣṇa, please come to me. You know, your Mīrā is your devotee or servant for many, many lives, every life." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

The science of Kuṇḍalinī is the science of consciousness and energy within you. You are your own universe; what exists in the cosmos exists within you. You are the light of the Self, the immortal Ātmā, which is universal, distinct from the individual soul. The body contains 72,000 Nāḍīs channeling cosmic energy. Purifying the chakras through Prāṇāyāma practices leads to the three principal channels: Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā. Chakras are energy centers connected through the nerves, demonstrable through practices like electroacupuncture which activate reflex zones to restore energy flow and health. Prāṇāyāma similarly purifies these centers. Practice should not be forced, and Āsanas should not be approached as mere acrobatics. "You yourself are your own universe; you have your own phenomenon." "Chakras are known as energy centers." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

The human body is a divine instrument containing immense cosmic energy and the potential for superconsciousness. We are like sacks filled with sparkling diamonds, yet we identify with poverty due to modern manipulations. True wealth is an inner reality, not an external condition. We possess a miraculous physical form, but our knowledge is limited to superficial elements and organs. Beyond this lies a supreme knowledge, Parāvidyā, whose realization awakens the Kuṇḍalinī. We must dive within to discover our inherent divinity, for we are nearly like gods. A story illustrates that offering wisdom to those governed by ego is futile, as a compassionate bird’s advice led a monkey to destroy her perfect nest. Therefore, seek the divine inheritance within, not in the outer world. Recognize the miraculous, autonomous functions of your body as evidence of this inner divinity. "You are the sparkling diamond which spreads its light throughout the entire universe like a star shining in the night." "Give advice only to those who will understand and follow it." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

The well-being of the self is found within through spiritual practice and selfless action. When the mind is restless, use breath awareness along the spinal column to awaken spiritual energy. When you have work, stop and work. True joy is not found outside, as external happiness changes and brings disappointment. Within you is an indescribable ocean of bliss and the immortal self. To access this, practice mantra and inner focus. This does not mean withdrawing from the world. Humans are here as protectors and helpers. Selfless service, like giving, creates harmony and happiness. Manage relationships positively. Avoid bad company and gossip. Great people forgive and see the divine in all. Meditate daily by closing your eyes, relaxing, and repeating your mantra without imagination. Pure devotion to God, without doubt, is what liberates and sustains us. "Within you is the ocean of bliss, that paramānanda, supreme bliss." "Great are they who can forgive. Great are they who can accept again." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Karma manifests through four paths: action, thought, word, and social position. Work is worship and spiritual practice. Thinking good of a master transfers their spiritual light; thinking badly means their actions, as a pure consciousness, rebound to you like dust thrown at the sun. Mental action is more dangerous than physical; measure feelings before thinking. Verbal karma is critical; wounds from harsh words last a lifetime. Before speaking, weigh your words to avoid harm and let speech flow like nectar. You must work normally; living off others accrues karma potentially leading to lower rebirth. Your words should inspire, not cause pain or confusion. Karma through social position, like a national leader's, involves hard decisions for all; understand rather than judge them. Misusing position or wealth brings karma back. Spirituality depends on inner behavior—actions, thoughts, and dealings without selfishness, hate, or jealousy. "Mental action is more dangerous than physical action." "If you are injured through harsh words, negative words, that will remain in your heart as a wound lifelong." Filming location: Sunshine Coast, Australia

Spiritual awareness is cultivated through trust and recognizing the sacredness in nature. A lake is holy because it gives water to all without refusal, even when polluted. A tree offers its fruit, shade, and oxygen to everyone and every creature, enduring all conditions without expectation. Vegetation is alive; instruments show plants react to threat or care. Climate change stems from our disrespect for nature. Protecting the environment is a spiritual act and a great prayer. Our dependency on plastic is deep, but we must strive to refuse non-durable plastics and recycle. We now carry water bottles because we have polluted our taps and rivers. Planting trees and cleaning garbage are practical spiritual practices. Rain falls for all without duality. A holy saint, like a mother, gives love and wisdom to everyone without distinction, offering access to all regardless of background. This unconditional love is God. "An American Indian once said, 'When the last tree is cut down and the last fish dies, you will realize you cannot eat your dollars.'" "He said, 'Come to me as you are. Do not hesitate if you are a sinner or a good person, if you are black or white, if you are a Hindu or a Muslim or a Christian. Come to me as you are.'" Filming location: Adelaide, Australia

Two paths define life: the path of upliftment (utthāna) and the path of downfall (patan). Both originate from your society (saṅgha). Good society teaches good things and leads to achievement; bad society (ku saṅgha) teaches destructive habits that are hard to break. Human life must be more than base animal functions. Its mission is twofold: to protect and discern all creation using human intellect, and ultimately, to achieve God-realization and know the ultimate truth. This human life is rare and its future uncertain. Your destiny is the product of your karma—your thoughts, words, and deeds. Like a boomerang, your actions return to you. You cannot escape this self-created destiny. "Blessed, lucky, and fortunate are those who can have a good society, a good companion." "Destiny is the product of 'do good, get good; do bad, get bad.'" Filming location: Adelaide, Australia

Life's situations require both your presence and external elements to manifest. You are not solely responsible; another party shares this. Unseen, indirect situations can trap you, forcing you to wait, work positively, believe, pray, and purify past mistakes. Situations vary—emotional, intellectual, political, social, financial, familial—and your action depends on the field. For inescapable situations where you seek help, you will find the needed assistance. You must seek expert guidance in each specific area and always pray to God for forgiveness. When you surrender and pray, everything will be directed positively. "You are not solely responsible; the other party shares in the responsibility as well." "When you surrender and pray to God, everything will undoubtedly be directed in a positive way." Filming location: Perth, Australia

The Ātmā does not come and go; you are only that Ātmā. All separation is a projection of ignorance upon the one, unchanging space. The divine will manifests as the many, an exhalation that will one day be inhaled back into the Self. We know this theoretically but do not realize it. If tigers entered, we would flee, proving we are still identified with the body. Fear is a God-given protection for survival; in measure it is healthy, but lodged fears should be removed. By working for Self-knowledge, you will attain it. "All this separation is a projection of ignorance. In truth, it is not there, yet we see it as being there." "Without fear, you cannot exist in this world. Without fear, you cannot live." Filming location: Perth, Australia

The aim of human life is liberation, not death. Belief in God is for your own sake, as truth is unchanged by belief. Act positively through mind, speech, and action for yourself and all beings. Begin tasks with remembrance, such as a mantra when starting your car. The human spirit is unique, making humans protectors, not destroyers. See the divine light within all beings, not their forms or qualities. Be like a bee taking nectar or a swan separating milk from water; you are that discerning Paramahaṃsa. Do not fight over religions; those who know see one reality in all. Just as one moon reflects in many differently shaped cups, one God is reflected in every creature. God is both formless (Nirguṇa) and manifest in all creation, including 8.4 million life forms. Modern science affirms one human race, and spirituality awakens when you extend non-violence beyond humans to all creatures. "Love each and every entity, if not more, then that much as you love thyself." "See only the light of God." Filming location: Perth, Australia

A human being is a giver of love, not a seeker of it. We possess immense dormant energy and are not poor. We do not need others to love us; we need others as recipients for our love, like a screen for a film. Giving love is the action; receiving is a secondary effect that may follow. Happiness comes from the flow of giving, as in a hug. This giving without condition leads to oneness, dissolving duality. To walk the narrow street of love, two must become one in feeling. Practicing this inwardly brings understanding and world peace. "The street of love is so narrow, two cannot walk together." "Actually, we do not want anyone who loves us; we want someone to whom we can give our love." Filming location: Perth, Australia

Yoga is the union of the individual self with the supreme self, which is liberation. Ordinary experience is one of separation, identifying with the body and mind, which is ignorance and the cause of suffering in the world of duality. Yoga removes this ignorance by stilling the mind's modifications, allowing pure consciousness to shine forth. The systematic path is the eight limbs, from ethical conduct to meditation, leading to super-conscious absorption. The non-dual truth is that only one reality exists; the individual self is that reality, and separation is an illusion. Various paths like selfless action, knowledge, and devotion all lead to the same goal of union. This journey from fragmentation to wholeness ends all sorrow and reveals infinite peace. "Yoga is the cessation of the modifications of the mind-stuff." "Abandon all varieties of religion and just surrender unto Me. I shall deliver you from all sinful reactions. Do not fear."

The annamaya kośa, the food sheath, is the first of five chambers of being. Its purity determines the mind's state. Vedic philosophy describes five sheaths, not the dietary laws of kosher or halal. True religion is based on non-violence, a principle declared millennia ago. Most who claim a faith do not follow its core tenets, lost in materialism. The physical body is born, grows, and dies, but must be purified for the soul. Food influences this through the three guṇas. Rajas brings restlessness; tamas brings laziness and ignorance. Tāmasik food includes meat, fish, eggs, and stale items. Consuming such food directly affects the mind's clarity and one's spiritual progress. A story illustrates this: a saint ate food procured by a thief and was overcome by a desire to steal a golden idol. His intellect was corrupted until the impure food was sweated out. The teaching is clear: as you eat, so your mind becomes. Therefore, one must consume sāttvic food and offer it to the divine before eating, transforming it into blessed prasāda. This purifies the annamaya kośa. "Jaisā khāyegā anna, vaisā rahegā mana." "Yogaś citta vṛtti nirodhaḥ." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The annamaya kośa, the physical sheath, is the foundation for all other layers of being, and its purification is essential. Haṭha Yoga is the branch created for purifying the annamaya kośa, requiring discipline and willpower. Its six purification kriyās, like netī and dhautī, remove physical, mental, and prāṇic disturbances (vikāras). This purification is meaningless without proper diet. Ayurveda emphasizes eating sweets first in a meal to aid digestion, contrary to some modern advice, though sweets should be limited. Proper nourishment requires whole grains, proteins from legumes like moong dāl, and organic vegetables and fruits. Overcooking destroys vitamins. White flour is harmful. Spices like turmeric and ginger are beneficial, with fresh garlic being sāttvic. Ghee is healthy but must be utilized through activity. Fasting, or kāya kalpa, regenerates the body but requires strict discipline. One must eat fresh, timely meals and chew solid foods for health. Traditional knowledge from grandmothers often surpasses modern dietary science. Ultimately, health depends on this nourishment. "Haṭha yoga is mainly for the purification of the annamaya kośa." "Health is not everything... but everything is nothing without health." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Bhajan Mahasamadhi2007 Musical recording.

Yoga in Daily Life is a system for holistic well-being and global harmony. This system is built upon four pillars: physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. It is taught globally in diverse settings, from public centers to hospitals and prisons, serving all people. The organization engages in extensive humanitarian work, supporting education, women's empowerment, and environmental projects like rainwater harvesting in Rajasthan. It actively fosters interfaith dialogue and multicultural understanding to promote world peace. The teachings originate from an ancient spiritual lineage, emphasizing inner purification and the awakening of consciousness through yoga and meditation. "Our world situation is not in balance. War arises out of greed for power or differences in religious beliefs." "World peace is possible only when all people practice respect and recognition of other cultures and traditions."

Yoga is the science of body, mind, and soul, with its essence found in kuṇḍalinī and cakras. This is a practical reality, not mere theory. The eternal, unchanging consciousness is your true self; knowing this ends suffering. Life is governed by karma, the law of cause and effect from every thought and deed. Yoga means union—balancing and harmonizing the individual with the cosmic. The human system contains 72,000 nāḍīs, or energy channels. Three primary channels—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumnā—relate to mind, intellect, and consciousness. These intersect, forming psychic centers called chakras. Their awakening leads to health, wisdom, and ultimately, liberation through union with the supreme consciousness. "Know thyself is the answer to all your questions, and we are out from all the sufferings and darkness of ignorance." "Yoga means union. Union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness."

Yoga is the universal principle of harmony and union, a discipline for balancing body, mind, and consciousness. Its aim is the union of the individual soul with the cosmic soul. This knowledge, parāvidyā, concerns the Supreme and is beyond material measurement. It dawns within and cannot be fully explained, like knowing how to drive. Yoga techniques guide one in maintaining harmony in all aspects of life. True progress requires lifelong humility and practice, not quick certification. Self-inquiry meditation means knowing thyself and being the change. Health is the primary wealth, maintained through healthy living. Life's difficulties are a school for development. Peace begins within the individual heart. The path requires following one chosen direction with faith, seeing the best in all, and dedicating all actions to the divine. "Yoga is the principle of harmony. Where there is harmony, there is unity, and therefore we always say yoga means union." "Meditation is to understand thyself, which I call self-inquiry meditation. Know thyself."