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Life is a struggle because the mind’s wishes, whether fulfilled or denied, bring burden or sorrow, and the wish-fulfilling tree of the body can become a trap without discrimination. Wishes feed your brain, emotions, and intellect. Before doing any action, know the form of your deeds; discrimination will show the result and you will decide whether to do it. Without discrimination, wishes become trouble. A man traveling the desert saw a Kalpavṛkṣa tree. He wished for water, and it appeared; for fresh food, and it came; for a bed and a cool breeze, and they were there; for coffee, and it arrived. Then he thought, “Maybe a ghost,” and a ghost appeared and killed him. This human body is that tree; the mind is the traveler. You fulfill wishes endlessly, but your own wish will kill you one day. Life is danger; protect yourself with discrimination. Love every creature. “Without using viveka, if you wish for something, that can cause you trouble. That is why life is called a struggle—life is a danger.” “Arjuna, before doing any karma, know the form of your deeds.” Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Memory is failing due to lifestyle, but it can be restored through disciplined practice. We rely on writing and technology, weakening our recall. Poor diet, lacking nutrition for the brain, and neglecting daily yoga accelerate this loss. Visiting clubs and restaurants fragments attention. To strengthen memory, ensure ample sleep—at least seven hours, ideally eight to ten. Practice specific āsanas daily, especially forward bends and Śīrṣāsana, to increase blood and oxygen to the brain. Adopt a vegetarian diet of fresh, organic foods, homemade with whole spices. Consume almonds with milk or honey. Spend meaningful time with family and focus on your studies or profession. Consistent application of these principles will transform your health and sharpen your mind within a year. "The best technique for memory to develop is to sleep enough." "All vegetarians have the best, brilliant memory." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

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

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

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

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

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

Morning reflections encompass community support, meditation, and spiritual inquiry. A morning program highlighted youth as the future, emphasizing yoga's role in ethical education and environmental love. Support for centers through donations was acknowledged, illustrating mutual aid. The practice of Nāda Yoga meditation with the mantra Ānandoham was guided. This sound vibration is said to recharge every cell, remove anxiety, and lead to inner peace and cosmic consciousness. It strengthens the body and dispels fear. Questions addressed concerns about war, a mysterious low sound attributed to electronic waves, and personal fears. The meditation itself was presented as the answer to transforming fear. Practical announcements regarding travel, help needed for an ashram, and future events were shared. "Children are the culture of tomorrow, the future of the country, and the light of the world." "Through this yoga meditation, you come to inner peace. It removes anxiety, tensions, and worries." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Meditation is the path to discovering inner bliss and realizing the Self. Yoga in Daily Life is a systematic practice for well-being. Meditation builds inner strength and immunity. It begins with Pratyāhāra, withdrawing the senses from external objects. Next is Dhāraṇā, concentration with discipline. Then comes Dhyāna, meditation itself. This process requires training to remain motionless and endure discomfort. The aim is for the individual self to merge with the universal Self. This demands love and detachment, being in the world like a lotus in water. Daily practice offers protection, happiness, and health. It is the solution to all problems and the remedy for all suffering. "Meditation is like bulletproof glass. No negative energy can come in." "Finally, know thyself. Self-realization—the answer to all your questions." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

Morning practice with Swamiji from weekend yoga seminar in Kranj, Slovenija on 23rd of May 2009.

Meditation awakens inner strength. Human life holds the unique potential to realize the Self through disciplined practice. The soul, bound by karma, seeks liberation from the cycle of rebirth. Meditation begins with self-discipline; calming the thoughts is essential. Active meditation means service without expectation—helping hands hold more value than folded hands. Passive meditation progresses through physical comfort, breath energy, withdrawal from senses, concentration, and finally meditative absorption. Prāṇa, the life force, sustains health and immunity; when concentrated, it recharges every cell. Through dhāraṇā, one-pointed focus is developed. Dhyāna, alert awareness, leads to higher consciousness. The ultimate samādhi dissolves duality, merging individual consciousness with the cosmic. A mantra, given by the master, guides through darkness. This inner journey uncovers hidden treasures of wisdom and enduring peace. "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ: through the practice of yoga, purify, calm down, and harmonize your thoughts." "Helping hands have more value than just folded hands." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

A tree is planted as a universal symbol of peace and life. The tree is a perfect symbol because it gives shade and fruit to all without discrimination. We must cultivate and care for trees, as they provide the air, water, and warmth that are God's gifts for life. A performance illustrated the problem of desertification and the simple solution: planting trees. Each individual action contributes to a greater forest. This tree in Maribor joins a global chain for peace, aligning with the city's vision as a future European Capital of Culture to spread pure, positive energy. The young generation is the future and the light, reminding us to protect nature for a harmonious planet. "A tree doesn't make any differences... without any expectation, the tree is just giving." "If each of us planted one tree... that’s almost a small forest." Filming location: Maribor, Slovenia

Swamijis evening satsang, form Ljubljana Ashram, Slovenia on 21st of May 2009.

The human journey is from mental turbulence to the heart's peace. The world is turbulent because people's minds and hearts are turbulent. Money is not a true loss; character lost is everything lost. Human life is the most precious diamond, given not for begging but for protection and Self-knowledge. People suffer because they are extroverted, chasing impermanent things. Remember you are human; this awareness protects from mistakes. The mission is to serve, help, protect, and attain liberation from rebirth. The soul is individual, but the Ātmā is universal; all creatures are one's own Self. Follow the four pillars: Dharma, your duty; Artha, sustenance; Kāma, righteous action; and Mokṣa, liberation. Education is missing, leading to distraction. Practice yoga always to regain direction. The problem is within; be the change you wish to see. The Anāhata Chakra is the heart center. The Ātmā, the Self, is felt there. When awakened, it bestows qualities like peace, love, and forgiveness. Its shadow brings the opposite. Seek the Self within. "Money is lost, nothing is lost. Health is lost, something is lost. But if the character is lost, everything is lost." "Be the change that you want to see in others." Filming location: Slovenia

Yoga is a science for physical, mental, and spiritual health. It was brought to Slovenia two decades ago, kindling a light that has since spread nationwide. This system, Yoga in Daily Life, is ancient wisdom adapted for modern times, aiming for holistic well-being, environmental protection, and world peace. It is practiced by over 50,000 people in Slovenia through organized associations. The practice includes physical exercises, breathing, relaxation, and meditation across eight progressive levels. Specialized programs exist for various health conditions and life stages. The foundational principle is ahiṃsā, or non-violence, in thought, word, and deed. This principle extends to global efforts for peace and understanding. "Ever since I first met my teacher, my life has shifted towards spiritual experiences and a healthy, positive way of living." "The most important spiritual principle of yoga is ahiṃsā—non-violence—in thoughts, words, and actions." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

The foundation of dharma is kindness cultivated through non-violence and seeing oneself in others. True giving opens all blocks, allowing energy to flow for spiritual progress. Karmic accumulation begins with individuality and requires daily purification through prayer and meditation. Helping others in any form is essential service. "Do not do to others what you do not like to be done to you." "The foundation of dharma is kindness, and the root of sin is pride and ego." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The journey of consciousness begins with the sound Oṁ, the universal resonance connecting the limited self to the limitless cosmic consciousness. This individual self travels through the universe, born on this planet of karma to develop and return to its source. The human form, endowed with intellect, is a unique opportunity among 8.4 million creatures to realize the cosmic Self residing within all. This realization is liberation. Kuṇḍalinī is the dormant power of destiny within, created by one's own past actions. This energy resides at the base of the spine and must awaken and ascend through the central channel, guided by practice, to unite with pure consciousness at the crown. The path requires overcoming obstacles like anger and desire to achieve self-knowledge. "Theory will not help; it inspires us only, but it will not help us. And for that, we need a practice." "Know thyself is the way to liberation. This answer can only be given by thyself."

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

Śiva is the pure consciousness that is liberation, truth, and beauty, equally present within all beings. Śiva is the formless, universal consciousness and the source of liberation. This truth and beauty constitute the ultimate reality. Our ordinary awareness is impure and distant from this pure consciousness due to our karma. Within the body, this Śiva principle resides at the crown of the head. The energy that seeks unity with this consciousness is Śakti. Śakti, also within us, is bound by karma and longs for freedom. Liberation occurs only when Śakti merges into Śiva. This union transcends past, present, and future. It is the realization of being the pure consciousness itself. "‘I am the pure consciousness’ is wisdom. ‘I am the body’ is ignorance." "When Śiva and Śakti are in unity, when union takes place, that state is above the three things: past, present, and future." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The destiny of the individual is governed by the dormant serpent power, Kuṇḍalinī Śakti, which directs life. This energy is formulated within physical centers, like a generator. Kuṇḍalinī is the serpent, representing primal power and Kāla, which signifies time, death, and ignorance. Harmony is achieved by acting with awareness of deśa and kāla—place and time—controlling disruptive emotions. Life is accompanied by both guiding knowledge and the shadow of Kāla, which seeks to end life. We exist in the mouth of this ignorance, from which only a qualified teacher can provide freedom. The serpentine energy moves through subtle channels, and our accumulated karma lies dormant deep within. "Act according to the time and place. Whoever can adjust himself or herself to this time and situation will be successful." "Kāla is looking for the chance to take you away. Sooner or later, we have to become the victim of the kāla." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The man-made world is imperfect, born from an unsteady mind of desire and greed, which is the root of conflict and suffering. The perfect, divine reality is within. Do not trust the changing mind with its selfish cravings, which are the five imprisoning demons. True peace is found not in external pursuits but by turning inward through prayer and merging individual consciousness with the eternal, blissful cosmic consciousness. This supreme state of truth-consciousness-bliss is our real nature, beyond the temporary, causal body of desires. All genuine spiritual paths ultimately point to this same truth of non-violence, honesty, and inner divinity. "Live as God wants." "Whenever you feel anxiety within you, there is no medicine and no one who can help you except prayer." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The nature of Śiva and reality is the eternal truth within. Śiva is liberation, consciousness, and immortality—the eternal light within you. That Ātmā is unborn, formless, and immortal; it is not born and does not die. What is real is unchangeable, beyond time, language, or philosophy. Only Brahman is that reality; where there are two, it is unreality. This world is called unreal because nothing is permanent; everything changes and recycles. The body's function stops and elements separate, but the constituents do not die. Your divine Self never changes. Problems like stress and death are permanent features of this world, the complications of saṃsāra. Yet, the soul descends here to develop consciousness. What we see and experience is a product of the mind. The sustainable world was created by God, and we destroy it. "Brahman is truth. That truth, that reality, is eternal and unchangeable." "Your Self, the divine Self, never changes. Therefore, 'Brahman satya, jagat mithyā.'" Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The ego of identity is a universal illusion, and death is the ultimate equalizer. People often attach their self-worth to qualifications, religion, or social status, creating a divisive sense of superiority. This negative intellect is a trap leading to suffering, while positive intellect leads to liberation. True high society is not about wealth but divine qualities like tolerance and peace, embodied in simple living and higher thinking. All worldly attachments—culture, country, money—are temporary. You are merely a guest here, and death is the one gate everyone must pass through alone, stripped of all possessions. Only your karma accompanies you. "Negative intellect is the snake's mouth. When you land there, it swallows you and brings you to naraka, hell." "Because nothing belongs to you. Neither the culture, nor country, nor money, nothing. You are a guest here, that's all." Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia

The origin of all creation is divine sound. In the beginning, only empty space and consciousness existed in perfect balance. A divine will arose within that consciousness, manifesting as the primordial sound Aum. This sound is the form of the supreme, a continuous resonance throughout the universe. From this resonance, the elements of creation sequentially emerged. Our true nature is that original state of unified consciousness, which meditation seeks to rediscover. The knowledge of this totality is described in the ancient Vedas. "The most ancient literature we have says, 'I am one. And now I will multiply.'" "The form of God is resonance, and that can be heard anywhere." Filming location: Maribor, Slovenia

Mastering the wild horse of the mind is essential for happiness and solving life's problems. Mental pollution from greed, anger, and fear is the source of humanity's suffering. Your physical and psychic condition is according to your thinking. Restless thoughts create personal and impersonal problems. Yoga means to master thoughts, not to become thoughtless, as thoughts are the nourishment and support for life. The thoughts should not be out of control. One must become a friend to the mind, which cannot be done with force. A wild horse is tamed not by riders who force it, but by a man who patiently observes it, gives it grass and water, and becomes its friend. The mind is that wild horse; observe your thoughts without force to solve problems through self-treatment. "Your condition—both physical and psychic—is according to your thinking." "Thoughts are our nourishment, and thoughts are the support for our life to exist." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Bhāva is the inner value determining all spiritual gain or loss. Bhāva signifies devotion, love, emotion, and the inner relationship you hold sacred. Without it, nothing happens. Consider gold: its weight remains constant, but its market price fluctuates. Your financial gain or loss is in that changing value, not the metal. Similarly, the divine is constant like gold. Your benefit is determined by the bhāva you hold. If bhāva diminishes through doubt or conflict, the benefit is lost. This principle governs the relationship with a master. Losing confidence or bhāva means losing everything. Dispassion, motivation, and practice cease. You may claim the identity, but without practice, it is empty. This occurs because the foundational bhāva was lost. "If there is no bhāva, nothing happens." "How much bhāva you have towards God determines your benefit." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia