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The practice of Śaṅkhaprakṣālana requires proper guidance. This Haṭha Yoga technique cleanses the internal system, mimicking the conch's shape and the elephant's action of Kuñjalakriyā. Mastery is essential, as incorrect practice from mere imitation can cause harm. Not everyone is suitable; those with ulcers, recent surgeries, pregnancy, epilepsy, low blood pressure, or bleeding hemorrhoids must avoid it. Practice ideally occurs in groups under supervision to ensure thoroughness. True teaching requires formal certification from a recognized institution like Yoga in Daily Life, not just personal practice. This system encompasses more than postures and breathing; it is a complete education for the soul. Maintain connection to your roots and live harmoniously. "Those who merely imitate yoga—watching someone on television, reading a book, or just observing—have good theory but not practice." "Yoga in Daily Life is not only āsanas and prāṇāyāmas... We have to learn everything, from kindergarten until university." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is the inner purification of the body through natural wisdom and technique. Astrological predictions are secondary to life's inherent function. Humans support each other, as in older communities where goods and services were shared. Modern systems of employment and commerce continue this interdependence. Nature provides all necessary remedies, such as salt for health and cow urine for healing. Āyurveda is the vast treasure of medicinal plants and elements surrounding us. Haṭha Yoga practices like neti cleanse the nasal passages with precise salt water. Kunjal kriyā is learned from the elephant's action of drawing and expelling water. Sūtra dhauti involves swallowing a cloth for internal cleansing. Śaṅkha Prakṣālana purifies the intestines with warm salt water, mimicking the conch's spiral. All these techniques originate from observing nature, as humans are part of nature. Use what God has provided, but within limits. "The train will go according to the schedule, function, or time. Is it a good constellation or a bad constellation? The train will go." "Better to die, but with the salt." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is a living path encompassing the body's subtle energies and the soul's journey. The human body contains the entire Sanskrit alphabet as divine letters within its chakras. These fifty-two centers are part of Kuṇḍalinī Yoga, connecting the five sheaths from the physical to the blissful. Every element of creation contains the divine, present equally in all beings from an elephant to an ant. The soul, or jīva, undergoes a process of descent into the five elements, taking form according to destiny. This cycle includes all experiences of life, disability, and death, which are part of a soul's allotted time. Understanding this embodied journey is the essence of Haṭha Yoga. The divine is both formless, Nirakār, and with form, Sākār. A living tradition requires a living guide who can provide answers, as a formless principle cannot. Other paths may lack this continuous living presence. The Guru embodies the divine principle completely. The practice involves cleansing techniques like Neti to purify the body and balance its energies, leading to direct experience. "Every element of creation contains the divine, present equally in all beings from an elephant to an ant." "The divine is both formless, Nirakār, and with form, Sākār. A living tradition requires a living guide who can provide answers." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga is a path of determined will leading to divine union beyond the physical body. It begins with worldly forms of willfulness: a child's insistence, a woman's resolve, and a ruler's command. The yogi's will, however, transcends desire and fear, seeking nothing, as illustrated by a yogi who refused Lord Śiva's offer. True Haṭha Yoga involves purifying the body through six techniques and awakening subtle energy. This energy moves through major chakras, culminating in the Ājñā Cakra where the mantras "Ha" and "Tha" unite, symbolizing the yoga of sun and moon. This practice leads consciousness beyond worldly attachments, which are as temporary as the juice of a cherry. "He said, 'If you want to give me, then I give you this. Just remove away, go away. I don't need you, so please go.'" "‘Ha’ and ‘Tha’ become Haṭha. ‘Oṁ’ is yoga. So, Haṭha becomes Haṭha Yoga." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

True wisdom arises from two sources: scriptural study and the Guru's grace. Ancient sages left immense knowledge in scriptures, yet this wisdom often remains unread. External learning from texts is one path; internal awakening through the Guru's Vidyā is the other. Both are essential. Reading nourishes the mind and preserves memory, preventing one from falling into detrimental habits. The lineage of masters transmits blessings not through promises but through silent grace, like a natural inheritance. Just as water must flow to stay pure, our spiritual practice must be directed rightly. Parents bear the responsibility to guide their family's spiritual flow. Modern misunderstandings, like reducing Haṭha Yoga to mere postures, obstruct deeper progress. One must begin with proper foundations to advance. "Guru Brahmā, Guru Viṣṇu, Guru Devo Maheśvara, Guru Sākṣāt Parabrahma, Tasmai Śrī Gurave Namaḥ." "Dhyāna Mūlaṁ Guru Mūrti, Pūjā Mūlaṁ Guru Pādam, Mantra Mūlaṁ Guru Vākya, Mokṣa Mūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā." Filming locations: Vienna, Austria.

Discipline is the foundation of genuine yoga practice. Without it, even decades of practice lead nowhere. The world offers two paths: the rare life of total renunciation and the integrated life of a householder. The latter is recommended, where one lives fully in the world while maintaining spiritual discipline. Do not chase miracles or external validations; reality is found within. Practice requires purifying the mind's fluctuations. Many attend gatherings but lack focus, indulging in chatter and breaking dietary discipline, which wastes food and energy. True practice demands sustained commitment, not short courses seeking certificates. Integrate silence and focus into daily life. "Yogaḥ cittavṛtti nirodhaḥ." "If you have no discipline, even if you are practicing 35 years, you go on the wrong way." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Spirituality is one path, realized within as Brahmaloka. The retreat offers purification of body, mind, and philosophy. Spirituality is not only for yogis but for everyone from childhood. God may be perceived with form or without, yet both are valid. The Bhagavad Gītā says both serve, but a form allows interaction. Though divinity dwells within, beings search externally. Life is a cycle of birth, growth, and return to space. Seeking Brahmaloka as a distant realm is misunderstanding; it is the knowledge within the cakras. The foundation is Mūlādhāra—do not lose it. Conquer anger, hate, jealousy to avoid animal nature. Humans alone lack natural flight, but received intelligence to understand life. Do not kill creatures for food; sāttvic nourishment brings health and longevity. Enjoy human life on Mother Earth with loved ones. Yoga in Daily Life provides the complete system of āsana, prāṇāyāma, and meditation. Through bhajans and techniques, all become one. The path leads to inner joy, not emptiness. "In both there is that Brahman, that God, but you still do not understand." "Brahmaloka means our knowledge, our philosophy, which gives us something more than knowledge." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Respect the five elements, for they constitute life and must be carefully guarded. Water is life itself; even skilled swimmers can be overcome by it. Fire is equally dangerous and demands vigilance. These elements form the physical body, the Annamaya Kośa, which ultimately dissolves back into earth, water, fire, air, and space. True spiritual progress requires mastering these elements within. The mother's power is fundamental and endless, like the sky. The strength of the Annamaya Kośa originates from the mother's nourishment, beginning in the womb. All beings, human and animal, deserve protection, especially mothers who selflessly guard their young. The subsequent Prāṇamaya Kośa is the vital energy that sustains this life, given wholly by the parents. True renunciation, or vairāgya, is not an emotional reaction to difficulty or loss. It is a steadfast inner detachment. Sannyāsa taken from mere frustration is false and leads to suffering. Authentic renunciation requires genuine tapasyā, or disciplined austerity, not a desire for comfort. Realization comes from humbly integrating all aspects of life, not from escaping them. "Water is life, and life is water. Where there is water, there is God." "If you want to see my power, my rays into the sky, then first lift it to the sky." Filming locations: Jadan, Pāli District, Rajasthan, India.

A yoga teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life system carries a profound responsibility distinct from physical fitness instruction. The role is to be a selfless channel for spiritual guidance, not a proprietor of knowledge. Adherence to the specific, gradual levels of the system is essential for safe and effective teaching; one must not alter exercises or mix in other teachings. The teacher's position requires maintaining a respectful boundary with students, avoiding social outings, and preserving the class's sacred energy by limiting post-session talk. Instruction must continue with devotion even if only one student attends. Teachers must sustain their own practice through satsang and connection to the lineage, as teaching is an act of seva—complete surrender to serving the paramparā. The knowledge received is complete, requiring no supplementation. "Be like a tree. Give shade to whoever comes. Give fruit to whoever comes." "The teacher stays in the class for a maximum of five minutes after the yoga class." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajans are a vital spiritual practice that transforms energy and preserves knowledge. They are distinct from emotional kirtan, often structured as a dialogue containing the wisdom of sages. Poetry is the language of the wise, encapsulating truth. Singing activates the vagus nerve and requires an open heart center. Bhajans teach effectively because they engage curiosity, making knowledge memorable and transmissible across generations. They change one's state, connecting the singer to the composer's energy through synchronized brain waves. They serve as prayer, meditation, and sādhanā, exerting influence whether the meaning is understood or not. This practice is a cornerstone of the tradition. "Within the bhajans are the original words of great sages." "Bhajans are your sādhanā. Bhajans are your satsaṅg and your meditation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Today is a day of grace and celebration, marking a confluence of sacred occasions. Being with the Guru is the most important thing for a disciple. His presence on this earth opened our eyes to divine knowledge. In his presence, we change our quality, like a tree near sandalwood takes on its fragrance. It is difficult to bring people together, but just as bees gather around their queen, we are drawn to the light of the Guru. That light incarnated on this day. Today is also the festival of Rakṣā Bandhan, an ancient celebration with many explanations. One tells that through grace, a sister was created for Gaṇeśa's sons. This day allows us to form bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood through love, a connection more profound than blood. We are grateful for the Guru's physical presence. The day includes the full moon, which completes a month dedicated to Shiva. The moon governs the mind and emotions, influencing life like the rains. Rakṣā Bandhan celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Humans create festivals and worship; without purposeful events, idleness leads to conflict. Many spiritual days converge now. "Like a tree in the presence of sandalwood changes its smell and takes on the sandal fragrance." "This is something very important for humanity: that everybody is brother and sister together." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Glory is an expression of respect and victory for all that is good, returning to the giver. It is simple and great. Proclaiming "Jaya" honors masters and divinity, creating happiness. This respect transcends time, as seen with figures from millennia past. Giving glory uplifts others, as a kind word can save a soul from despair. It reflects a merciful heart, like a mother's compassion. This practice aligns one with yoga. Glory ultimately extends to all humanity and creation, recognizing the divine intelligence in all life. Our being has five sheaths, from the physical to the blissful. Purifying the physical body through right nourishment supports vital energy, mind, wisdom, and joy. "Glory means 'long live,' not only physically but forever." "Give glory to someone, it comes back to you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path to consciousness unfolds through the inner kingdom. A man sought Kuṇḍalinī awakening. A master gave him a flute. He blew it continuously for half an hour. A cobra emerged from a bush. He coaxed the snake into a basket. He planned to display his awakened Kuṇḍalinī. Resting under a banyan tree, a monkey stole the basket. The monkey opened it, saw the king cobra, and became paralyzed with fear. The master felt sorry for the monkey. This story warns against chasing such experiences. Another man searched for the wish-fulfilling Kalpavṛkṣa tree. Sitting beneath it, he wished for water, food, a bed, a net, and his wife. Each appeared. Then he feared a ghost, and a ghost materialized. Greed leads to loss. True Kuṇḍalinī is energy, knowledge, light connecting to the cosmic. Rest and meditate instead of forcing practices. "Kuṇḍalinī is your energy, your knowledge, many good things. It is your light connecting to the cosmic." "Don’t run behind such things." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The sacred texts reveal the inner battlefield, where the soul confronts its own qualities, and a true guide is needed for symbolic understanding. All scriptures—Vedas, Upaniṣads, Gītā, Koran, Bible—offer essential knowledge. A grand gathering of saints and scholars from many faiths honored a renunciate Śaṅkarācārya; there, a Muslim scholar expounded the Vedas with profound insight, showing that wisdom crosses boundaries. The Bhagavad Gītā’s first scene symbolizes Ātmācintan meditation: Kurukṣetra is the field of one’s life, the Pāṇḍavas are good qualities, the Kauravas negative ones. Arjuna’s despair mirrors the soul’s resistance to fighting its own vices. Violent passages, like the Bible’s command to slay all, must be read symbolically—sparing a small flaw allows it to resurge and ruin the self. All knowledge is useful; witnessing others’ errors teaches what to avoid. Holding any path as supreme makes one fragile, like a bursting water bubble. One must absorb the good from all traditions and peacefully ignore the rest. A realized guide is indispensable to unlock scripture’s deeper meaning. Through satsaṅg, darśan, and meditation, study becomes living wisdom. The mantra “Nāhaṁ Kartā Prabhudīp Kartā” affirms the Divine as the sole doer, severing karmic bonds. Even poison can serve as medicine in skillful hands. The ultimate way is to dwell in purity between all opposites. “Knowledge is always good. Even bad knowledge is good. If someone does bad things and you come to know of it, you learn that you will not do that.” “We should take the good things, and simply neglect the rest, or live peacefully.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The longing of the heart is known only to those in love. Two parrots quarreled on a tree. The male said, “Meditate on God's glory, do not eat poisonous fruits of passion.” Death strikes without warning. These enjoyments are Fata Morgana, unreachable. The joy of joy is less than its sorrow. Keep the world behind, face reality. Satsang is the tree of immortality, giving immortal fruits. The female replied, “Repeat Soham mantra—it costs nothing. Death is a cat that will chew your skin.” The mind is the sutra, body the cave, atma the soul. Realize immortal peace through Guru's grace. Rise early, do sadhana, do not be lazy. The knees, ears, eyes, and tongue all rebel: they were misused for useless places and gossip. The garden of the world dries up. This human life is rare. Where a saint, yogi, or guru is, there is pilgrimage and happiness. “Satsaṅg is the tree of immortality.” “The joy of the joy is less than the sorrow of the joy.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Relaxation, the five kośas, and the king of the senses. Lie down, relax the whole body. Relax the thoughts, let them be free. Feel fresh oxygen and the beauty of trees. Feel as if in the lap of parents and with friends. Close eyes and see the vision in the park. Move and sit up. Look around in nature for five minutes. Remember your five elements: the kośas. Annamaya, Prāṇamaya, Manomaya, Vigyanamaya, Kṛiyānmaya, Ānandamaya. Chant Om eleven times with four letters, focusing on Nabi, Anāhat, Vakalkot, saṃsāra chakra. Feel oneness with the Supreme. Children, you are the king of your senses. The body is a kingdom, the ātmā is the king. The indriyas are citizens; do not be their slave. If the ātmā leaves, all is finished. Through devotion, the Guru's thread holds the pearls together. "Feel as if you are in the lap of your parents, with your friends." "Man indriya terī prajā, tū nā kar inki gulāmī." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The heart of Hanumān is the eternal Sanātana Dharma. The physical body is one sheath. Beyond it lies energy, mind, and bliss. Pure beings experience the lotus of the heart opening. Negative thinking causes that flower to fade. Sanātana Dharma is duty and love for all—humans, animals, forests, rivers. Rāma entrusted Hanumān to protect all beings. Hanumān asked Rāma to stay with him. Rāma promised to dwell in Hanumān’s heart forever. Hanumān’s every hair resonates with Rāma’s name. People doubted and asked where Rāma and Sītā were. Hanumān tore his chest open. Inside, Rāma and Sītā were visible. Negative talk creates suffering. All negativity falls back on the speaker. After death, the soul passes through its own created torture. Speak no negativity. Place forgiveness in the heart. “O Hanumān, I and Sītā will dwell in your heart forever and ever.” “Those who backbite and spread negativity are ignorant … all negative thoughts, negative talk, and negative karma fall back on you.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Attention is the discipline of life, from cradle to grave. The spine is the stick accompanying us always. From the beginning, become alert, know the whole body. When husband and wife realize who they really are, love becomes a real feeling of care and protection, not physical desire. They become one part of the heart, and the child is happy. Avoid giving many toys; give education that brings harmony. Create family time without instruments, sitting together daily. Alcohol is the biggest non-prescribed drug, yet it is offered everywhere. Animals suffer; do not kill them for meat. Cows are disciplined, but humans need discipline too. The soul, jīvātmā, comes from the One as many, like water in different bottles. Destiny guides the soul after death; no individuality remains, as a drop merges in the ocean. Within the body dwell countless bacteria, a whole kingdom. You are the king of this inner kingdom. Do not be naive; keep your kingdom under control. Let no enemy enter—illness, alcohol, bad habits. Check security through good health, satsaṅg, good words. The five elements and the entire universe are within you. This kingdom must become the divine world. “When such a love—that is not a physical love, what you are talking about—it is a real love, a feeling: ‘What can I give? How is my child?’” “You are the king of this kingdom; do not be too naive. Do not think everything is just okay. No, you are the king.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Observing daily life shows how Yoga in Daily Life transforms our existence through Gurudev’s guidance and steady practice. Gurudev always protects, and the divine mantra carries blessing, protection, and guidance. Without Gurudev’s name, prayers are empty, like a sweet box without sweets or oil poured on sand. A devotee knows Gurudev’s face, his kind smile, and thus believes in God, vowing never to leave. Real happiness is only in Gurudev’s presence; our duty is seva and keeping the body healthy. The body-mind phenomenon, with its five koshas, elements, and indriyas, is immense; one lifetime is not enough to study it. Yoga slowly brings this phenomenon toward a divine frequency, merging individual into oneness. This path demands heroism and endurance, which develops gradually, not overnight. The inner voice tells the mind: go slowly, slowly, because the path is narrow and dark. Many rivers, temptations with sweet melodies, and pleasant smells arise to distract and cause loss. Only with a guide who binds you, who has traveled the path, can you safely proceed. Practice small, minute sadhana called Anu Upasana, integrating it into daily life. Like a mosaic, place stone by stone, and suddenly the picture completes through steady effort. Kapālabhāti is a haṭha yoga kriyā that purifies the whole body and awakens the brain. It is performed by inhaling through the mouth and exhaling shortly and strongly through the nose. This practice subtly massages the brain, increases consciousness, and releases stress and tension. It should be done in temperate air, not with a blocked nose or cold, in three rounds of ten breaths. Sit straight in a pose like Vajrāsana, and proceed slowly under a teacher’s guidance. "The real happiness, my Gurudev, is only in Thy presence." "My friend, my dear brother, take your time; go slowly, slowly, do not hurry. You will reach your aim." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The secret of your Ātmā is shown by the Master. The āśram lives only with bhaktas. Karma Yoga is the best group; without it, the yoga path cannot succeed. The mind jumps like a monkey, and the conscience says: give up self-will. The secret of the Ātmā is caged inside the body of five elements. The Guru shows it, and then real happiness, not the fleeting kind, arises from within. Go always to the Master, remain as near as possible, in his radiance, and he guides. Meditate on the Guru and fear nothing; no relative can give self-realization. To withdraw within and calm worldly thoughts takes time and peace. The yogīs meditate on this inner divine self. Through daily prayer, protect the bond with the Master. A worm in a lotus, placed by a bird, was lifted to the altar; so the Guru cares for each bhakta. The Guru makes bhaktas independent and free, jīvan mukta, without selfish interest. A real human is one with Guru Bhakti—not easy to obtain, but once found, protection is certain. Even great beings serve the Guru. The secret is caved in the body, revealed by the Guru’s grace. The strongest shelter is near the Guru. “Come with me, and I will show you the secret of your Ātmā. You will be very, very happy.” “Go always to your master. Try to be as near to him as possible. Try to be as much as possible in his radiance, and he will guide you.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The one Ātmā resides within the five layers of the body. Through correct practice, these layers—Annamaya, Prāṇamaya, Manomaya, Vijñānamaya, and Ānandamaya Kośa—melt away. The soul then progresses from Jīvātmā to merge with the eternal. Do not create duality or follow other paths. This one Ātmā is within all beings, movable and immovable, including vegetation. Torturing others ensures you will be tortured. All entities are the Self. Meditative joy, or Dhun, brings happiness. Maintain positive thoughts and actions to reflect the boundless beauty of the sky. Use calming words, even with those who are misguided. "This ātmā is the same in everyone. If you torture other creatures, be sure very soon you will be tortured more." "All entities are my soul, my Self. All are my Self, and they are my Self. One in all, we are all, and all in us." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

The ātmā is one; perceived difference is a pollution. Consider a cherry tree. Its thousands of fruits share the same seed, form, and sweetness. From one seed come millions, yet the quality remains identical. All souls are this one seed. Life exists everywhere: in water, on land, and in the air. Countless creatures inhabit each element. These beings sustain themselves, one consuming another, without sin, as they exist within that natural order. Humans possess a distinct consciousness, granting knowledge of pain and the capacity for mercy. This understanding elevates human duty to non-violence, to not inflict suffering. All life, from pure water to that which is impure, is fundamentally water. The condition is destiny, but the essence is one. The mind must be purified like water, filtering out negative qualities that obstruct spiritual ascent. Practice refines this inner instrument. "One in all and all in one." "Real dharma is that of not giving pain or suffering to anyone." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Consciousness and space are one living reality. Space does not expand or contract, for it is limitless. Consciousness is the life of space, present within all. This consciousness is the Paramātmā, the singular supreme Self. The apparent many are like beads on a single thread, connected by the one Ātmā. Realized saints express this truth in their bhajans, which contain the essence of all wisdom. The individual self, or Jīvā, is ultimately this one consciousness, appearing as many through duality. All forms are like drops from one ocean, destined to merge back into the whole. Our journey is to realize this unity. "Eko’ham, dvitīyo nāsti." I am one. The rest is duality. "Śrī Guru Ātmā Paramātmā." The Guru, the Self, and the Supreme Self are one. Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Yoga is the science of humans and the destiny of the soul. This science existed before Śiva manifested. The human body is its own hospital, containing all treatment within. Discipline must begin now, not tomorrow. Health is the primary happiness, gained through proper nourishment and self-care. The essence is unity; all beings are one, like drops from a single ocean. The soul's journey is like a leaf carried by the wind, destined to return to its source. Yoga is a spiritual gift for the entire world, uniting countries in practice and harmony. "Pahala sukha nirogikāya—the first good life is a healthy body." "Eko’haṁ bahu syāmi—I am one, and now I will multiply." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Protect health and know the value of human life. Pollution from pesticides, sound, and vehicles makes protection difficult. Practice prāṇāyāma a minimum twice daily and techniques like Śaṅkha Prakṣālana. Cultivate organic food, even in small spaces, and avoid junk food entirely; fasting is preferable. Illness enters through personal mistake, not by chance. Despite pain or age, the human body enables prayer, worship, and meditation, which animals cannot do. This human life is precious, as there is no guarantee of rebirth as human. Discipline in diet and action is essential. Do not wish for death despite suffering, or you lose this opportunity. "Know the value of human life. Yes, and sādhanā. Otherwise we lose that human quality, human lives." "The illness didn’t jump into our body. Definitely, somewhere we made a mistake." Filming locations: Strilky, Prešov Region, Slovakia

The gathering marks a Yoga in Daily Life retreat and Rakṣā Bandhan celebration at Mahāprabhudīp Āśram. The āśram stands as a spiritual lighthouse for seekers crossing the ocean of māyā. For over four decades yoga practice has flourished in this region. More than one million citizens have engaged with the system. Children are the culture of tomorrow; their program includes Vedic mantras and the Bārikatu exercises. The Rakṣā Bandhan festival binds brothers and sisters in a knot of protection. It signifies understanding, brotherhood, compassion, and honor to women. The festival carries an ancient story of a king who accepted a wise girl as his sister. A global initiative urges the United Nations to declare an International Day of Brothers and Sisters. The sustainable development agenda provides a framework to solve planetary problems. All 17 goals are interconnected and require action from every citizen. Spiritual paths support each other, though they appear different. The same light draws all seekers to the living truth. Blessings flow to those who serve with devotion. The Yoga in Daily Life system brings body, mind, and soul into harmony. Gratitude extends to the teacher who brought this ancient wisdom to the West. “This āśram is for all of us and for all spiritual seekers, something like a lighthouse on the coast.” “Rakṣā Bandhan is the festival of understanding, brotherhood, compassion, and honor to women.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Food is a holy source of life and nourishment. The dried Panchkuta vegetable requires significant effort to harvest and prepare. Its ingredients, like guṇḍā, benefit the gums and joints. Cooking involves frying spices in oil, adding a mixed masala, and combining it with the pre-cooked vegetable. Human development distinguishes us from animals; we possess intellect to discern virtue from sin. Great sages taught that humans should sustain themselves on vegetation, not by consuming life. We pray before eating, acknowledging the divine source of our nourishment. This practice cultivates gratitude and purity, recognizing that food is prāṇa, or living energy. Spiritual seekers request nourishment for knowledge and detachment, not for indulgence. "Humans have more intellect, more feelings to know what is sin and what is good." "Where there is love, there is no cruelty. Where there is love, you cannot kill any creature." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Vedas are the holy scriptures of Sanātana Dharma, representing a vast river of knowledge. This knowledge was originally transmitted orally from master to disciple through Śruti, listening, and Smṛti, memory. In the Kali Yuga, human memory declined. To preserve the Vedas, the sage Vedavyāsa dictated them continuously. Gaṇeśa agreed to write them down on the condition that the dictation never stop. Gaṇeśa used his own tusk as a writing instrument. The knowledge contained within the Vedas is immeasurable, likened to the entire Himalayan mountain range compared to a mere handful of dust. All spiritual paths and practices originate from yoga. The goal is to internalize this knowledge through practice and meditation, ultimately cultivating peace within oneself to share with the world. "Śruti is what we listen to from the master—remembering the master's teaching. Smṛti is memory, so that one becomes the master or the great receiver who knows everything by heart." "Till now, what you have learned is only as much as the dust in your hand. And the Vedas are like the whole Himalaya." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Prāṇa is life, sustained by breath and water. Practice prāṇāyāma diligently, inhaling through the nostrils and exhaling through the mouth. Reduce food intake gradually over years, not through abrupt fasting, to build strength and oxygenate the body. Breath nourishes the 72,000 nerves, which are like roots seeking water and space. Where there is water, there is life and divinity. Avoid blocking the lips with substances like lipstick, as lips must stay humid to connect with the navel, the body's root. Applying ghee to the navel can heal lip blisters overnight, demonstrating this connection. Modern chemicals, including medicines and contaminants, are not fully accepted by the body and damage natural systems like the lungs and waterways. Cultivate the natural elements within through yogic science. "Where there is water, there is God. What is God? It is called life." "The breath we inhale is not only the air we feel in the lungs. The quality of our breath spreads into the hundreds or thousands of nerve systems." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The yogic path advocates health and peace through conscious living. Completing this year, practitioners have progressed toward the highest goal. Peace is scarce in the world, and a vegan diet is advocated to care for nature and all creatures. The consensus for the planet is to turn vegetarian. Meat consumption and alcohol are grave mistakes, correlating with widespread disease. Those following a sattvic diet avoid these and remain healthy. The first happiness is good health, which is the primary wealth. To achieve the human goal, practice one system of yoga daily without change. Fasting is beneficial if organic food is unavailable. Prāṇāyāma, particularly anuloma viloma and bhastrikā, is the remedy for bodily ailments. Do not consume food from the fridge, as it loses health value. Vary your grains and vegetables weekly. Exercise simply and consistently. Eat according to the season, not from global transport. Cook at home; caring for the body is primary. Make a resolve for peace, avoiding aggression from animal products and alcohol. "Pahala sukha nirogi kaya. The first happiness is good health." "Practice anuloma viloma prāṇāyāma as much as you can throughout the day." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Spiritual practice requires vigilance and faith to remain uncorrupted. Some individuals spread negativity like infection, causing others to fall from wisdom. Stay close to the Guru's shelter for protection, as some grains avoid being ground by staying near the mill's central pillar. Do not carry the burdens of others; those who create trouble for others bear their own karma. Your duty persists regardless of hour. Share the pure teachings without manipulation, as the fruit reveals the quality of the tree. Practice diligently and purify your own karma. "Between these two stones, played no one remained complete." "Whoever does that will suffer. Why are you crying?" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The planetary influences and days of the week affect all beings, not just humans. Constellations and lines on the body, like those on the foot sole, indicate influences. Destructive patterns in a person can bring unrest to an entire household. The illusion of Māyā is a great cheat, depicted as a snake that silently drains one's life force. It binds beings through the three guṇas. All are caught in the cycle of existence, ground between the stones of life and death like grain in a mill. Only through sincere sādhanā and the Guru's guidance can one avoid being crushed. Before the great dissolution, Mahāpralaya, those who realize the truth merge into Brahman. The soul has no gender; duality is an illusion. One must practice diligently, love all creatures, and transcend attachment to be free from the cycle of birth and death. "Māyā is illusion. Such an illusion, that you think that is all." "Between these two stones, all are ground. Nobody remains complete." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Svara Yoga is a profound practice aligning breath with life's rhythms. For the sincere practitioner, it is a simple sadhana, yet difficult for the mere trier. This discipline reveals indications of past, present, and future. It involves understanding the flow of the Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna nadis. Daily actions—rising, stepping, eating, drinking—should harmonize with the active nostril. This alignment dispels anxiety and brings clarity. The moon's phases hold significance, connected to emotion and water. Practice cultivates automatic awareness, prolonging health and happiness. It requires sustained dedication, not short-term effort. "Svara Yoga gives indications about your whole life. It provides information about your past, what is happening in the present, and offers indications for the future." "Eat when the right nostril is flowing... When you drink water, let the left nostril flow." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga requires strict discipline and practice to succeed. Announcements are made, but discipline is not followed. Special seating should not exist; everyone should rotate. Sannyāsīs are not exempt and must also work, like cleaning the garden. Work with the earth is essential for health and is a form of worship, yet many avoid it. Obsessive cleaning wastes water. Artificial nail coatings are harmful chemicals. The body is primary, and we have damaged it by distancing ourselves from nature. The ashram's pure environment supports health. Food that tastes good is often unhealthy, and vice versa, as the body's organs struggle with poor nourishment. Yoga integrates diet, exercise, and connection with nature, like tending a tree. Discipline in eating less improves meditation and practice. The recent group meditation was deep and successful. Practice must always begin with the left nostril, the lunar channel governing mind and emotion, to avoid imbalance and harm. Negative emotions like anger primarily damage oneself. Instructions must be checked for correctness. Those with physical limitations should have proper seating. The body is a temple and practice should be comfortable, not torturous. "Yoga is successful only if you have discipline." "Yoga will be successful through your karma yoga." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The soul's journey after death is governed by divine justice. Upon death, every being faces judgment by Yamarāja, the lord of death, and Dharmarāja, the lord of righteousness. Yamarāja's messengers retrieve souls, often involving struggle for those attached to life. Modern medicine can prolong the body's function, but the soul's departure is ultimately dictated by karma. Good deeds—kindness, humility, and non-violence—lead souls to Dharmarāja's compassionate judgment. Conversely, harmful actions, especially killing animals, lead to severe karmic retribution administered by Yamarāja. All actions are counted; there is no forgiveness, only the inevitable consequence of one's deeds. The spiritual path requires protecting all life and acting with universal love, as every thought and deed is ultimately known. "Karma kīye jā, phala dega bhagavān. You should go ahead and do your good karma. And the fruits of that will be given by God." "There is no forgiveness. That is this." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sound and its resonance, nāda, are a profound spiritual path. Sound and color generate immense energy affecting the body. Rāga means resonance, but also implies attachment and duality. This sound is Nāda Yoga. One must understand it; otherwise, it is merely noise. An instrument is holy and must be treated with great respect, like a delicate child. A group of musicians performed complex rāgas in a village, but all the farmers left, unable to understand. Only an old grandmother remained, crying. They thought she appreciated their music, but she cried because she believed they would die from a disease that killed her goats. Understanding requires an awakened heart. That endless, anāhat resonance alone can elevate consciousness. Mastering an instrument takes years of dedicated practice; the instrument becomes your guide. One must pray to Sarasvatī, the goddess of knowledge. Your own body is the primary instrument; care for your voice and vocal cords. True understanding is rare. "Who does not understand, then it’s okay—it is some kind of noise. But who can understand? And nāda—only when your heart awakens." "Your instrument is your guide, not you being a guide of the instrument. So, learn; otherwise, don’t humiliate the instrument." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga requires holistic knowledge of practices like āsana and of natural remedies. Specific postures like Sarvāṅgāsana benefit the entire body, especially the thyroid, spine, and circulation. Viparītakaraṇī Mudrā aids digestion and prevents constipation when performed correctly, such as on an empty stomach. However, these inverted poses must be avoided by those with high eye pressure, for whom cold compresses are advised. Our deep knowledge of natural herbs and plants for healing has been lost. A story illustrates a yogī cured of cancer by a plant that spoke to him after twelve years. We possess powerful local flora, like European honey or acacia, which can be nectar or poison depending on use. This parallels modern food, where pesticides and poor cooking knowledge cause harm. Cooking is a vital science, and traditional knowledge, often innate in women, is essential for health. Yoga must be practiced gently, without competition, tailored to the individual. Personal practice like prāṇāyāma is crucial, yet grace can also bring benefit. We must purify body and mind through sādhanā. "Similarly, with yoga. People try to make those postures which you think, 'Wow!' How will your grandmother come for yoga?" "So, do you want to break the bones of others? Or do you give them a healthy body?" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Anuṣṭhāna is a dedicated spiritual practice undertaken for a specific purpose. One makes a saṅkalpa, a promise to oneself, for spiritual development, health, success, or family harmony. It is often performed for the well-being of one's spouse, fostering oneness and understanding in the household. The practice extends to praying for good crops and rain, offering the first harvest to God as a blessing. True harmony is living as one body, like two rivers merging into a single ocean. Modern life often forgets this, with prayers sometimes seeking separation rather than unity. The core purpose is to pray for the happiness and peace of all creatures, not just humans. This includes animals and birds who suffer from habitat loss. The practice involves austerity, but tolerance is needed for those with physical difficulties. The essence is an inner feeling from the heart for universal welfare. "Marriage means merge; it’s like two rivers entering one ocean." "Sarve bhavantu sukhinaḥ. All should be happy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The soul's journey is determined by karma, the law of action and reaction, as it moves through the five sheaths of being. The physical body dissolves at death, but the soul continues, viewing its accumulated actions. This karma, like a boomerang, returns to its source. The soul is identical in all beings, from an elephant to a bacterium. Our current actions, performed with discernment, shape our future course. Liberation from the cycle is possible through spiritual practice, which can purify karmic inheritances. One's good consciousness can free generations. "Where there is action, there will be a reaction. And where there is a reaction, there will be another action." "The soul is the same. Whether it is in an elephant, a big shark, or a small bacterium, the soul is the same." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga in Daily Life is a unifying light spreading globally. This system connects East and West, now reaching China. The initial journey faced obstacles, as prevalent yoga there focuses on gymnastic feats, not inner strength and stress relief. A student from China shares her challenging journey to Europe, driven by a strong desire to meet the spiritual family. She describes a society often focused on money and fame, where many lack faith and share a reluctance to open their hearts. The practice teaches sharing love and overcoming personal isolation. The teaching emphasizes that true yoga is a holistic science for body, mind, and spirit, distinct from mere acrobatics. Practice with discipline, such as Agniṣār Kriyā, to harness inner power. Connect with Mother Earth by walking barefoot and working with the soil, as she provides healing energy. Protect nature and understand that destroying forests and harming animals ultimately leads to self-destruction. True protection of others ensures your own safety. "Our yoga relieves stress, brings deep relaxation, and builds inner strength." "I feel that our Yoga in Daily Life system... is the best thing that has happened to me." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Haṭha Yoga practices purify the body and awaken energy to support all spiritual paths. Aspirants seek happiness and health, finding a primary yoga path according to their nature—Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, or Jñāna—yet all paths are interconnected. A strong, healthy body is essential, cultivated through Haṭha Yoga's cleansing techniques. These include Neti for the head, Nauli and Agnisāra Kriyā for digestive fire, and Kapālabhāti to awaken the brain. Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is a profound intestinal cleanse using warm salt water and specific movements, requiring proper guidance. It purifies the entire system, leading to lightness and improved digestion. Following the cleanse, one eats simple, sāttvic food like kicharī to restore the body. This practical work on health supports a life of service and spiritual practice. "Without Bhakti, we cannot do Karma Yoga. Without Jñāna Yoga, you can’t do Bhakti Yoga." "Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is not only the emptying of the whole intestine; it is a purifying, a washing only with that which we have from nature: water and sea salt and movement." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The foundation of practice is essential, regardless of one's level. The complete system of yoga begins with basic exercises, which are more beneficial than advanced postures. Even advanced practitioners must regularly return to foundational practices for proper preparation and health. The science of prāṇāyāma also requires starting from the beginning each time, progressing gradually like gears in a car. Many use terms like Aṣṭāṅga Yoga or Haṭha Yoga without practicing their true, scriptural meanings, which creates confusion. Authentic progress requires following one complete path with its principles, not mixing methods. Theory alone is insufficient; practical application is what fulfills. "The first and second parts of Yoga in Daily Life are more beneficial than advanced postures." "Tons of theory is nothing, a gram of practice." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The essence of learning is not in theory but in practice and direct transmission from a master. Tons of theory cannot compare to a gram of practice. You gain knowledge from lectures, but retention is low; one may only remember ten percent. True understanding requires concentration, which is fleeting for the modern mind. Stories are the best vehicle for teaching, as they are stored in memory and intellect. For effective learning, condense any lecture into a few key points and weave them into a personal story. This technique, called uparvari, surpasses computer-like memorization. The ultimate knowledge comes from sitting close to a master, which is the meaning of Upaniṣad. The master holds the key to this knowledge—a master key that unlocks deeper understanding. This key is not given to all disciples; it requires permission and readiness. Do not judge your master, as ego prevents true learning. External talk and literature are like a coconut; you cannot know the inner condition. Be careful with your promises and your mind. "Tons of theory cannot be compared with a gram of practice." "If you can’t understand the stories, then you will not understand the whole subject." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Harmony and sādhanā begin by mastering the present moment. The past is gone and the future is not here; dwelling on either wastes the precious now. Modern distractions, especially mobile phones, isolate individuals and fracture family connection, teaching a life of solitary desire. This fosters an ego where one expects service from others but offers none, turning life into a hell of personal demands. Disappointment and conflict arise primarily from unmet expectations, not real issues. True harmony requires dissolving the "I" in conversation, focusing on the other person. A disciplined practice is to daily review and release new ties, while affirming "I am not the body." Dharma, not desire for wealth or pleasure, is the foundation for elevating consciousness and achieving freedom. Ultimately, contentment comes from wanting nothing more than what is already given. "Life is nothing but a set of desires keeping me enclosed." "When I am important, life is gone. It is hell. When you are important, life is heaven." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The mind is the central sheath governing life. Our being is a replica of Brahman, composed of five elemental sheaths. The Anandamaya Kośa handles the Vijñānamaya Kośa, which indirectly handles the Manomaya Kośa. These three function together inseparably. The mind is the house of desires, representing Puruṣa, while desires represent Śakti or Māyā. All activity is Māyā. Modern education develops the body and intellect but neglects the emotional and spiritual planes, making relationships poor. A woman traditionally embodies heart qualities, but when she also cultivates only intellect, the marital bond suffers as it becomes a conflict of two hot intellects. No person is inherently good or bad; these are perceptions for which we pay. Desires arise from past karma or present thought, yet personal desire is powerless over life's major events. We must perform karma honestly without attachment to the fruit. Ānanda, or bliss, is the core desire and resides within the mind. True devotion, where hearts merge, leads to Brahman. Controlling the mind and senses makes every activity an offering. The soul is identical in all; only the bodily roles differ. Competing with these natural roles invites suffering. "Our mind is made from the moon. The Vijñānamaya Kośa, our intelligence, comes from the sun." "If I leave it to you to give me a calendar of your day as per your desire—how you want to live—see what happens." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The soul is the sixteen-fold Puruṣa resting at the center of the five sheaths, and inner sound—silence itself—is the direct path to realize it. The soul is not any of the sheaths: food, prāṇa, mind, intellect, or bliss. At the core of these coverings abides the Ṣoḍaśī Puruṣa, a sixteen-characteristic being. In the beginning, only darkness and the substance Brahma pervaded existence. Through śakti, a Bindu emerged—the first form with center and periphery, called Avyakta Puruṣa. This Avyakta Puruṣa bears five characteristics: ānanda, vijñāna, manas, prāṇa, and vāk. From it arises the eternal Akṣara Puruṣa with five more: Brahmā, Viṣṇu, Indra, Agni, Soma. The perishable world, Kṣara Puruṣa, manifests through their mortal counterparts: prāṇa, āpa, vāk, an, and nāda. These fifteen, with the original Brahma at the center, form the soul’s sixteen-fold nature. The individual mind is but a reflection of the one Manas in the Avyakta Puruṣa. The universe divides at the sun: above is immortal, below mortal, the sun being the heart. So too the heart moves either upward through higher sheaths toward enlightenment or outward to sense objects. The highest sound is silence, Parā, communicating without words. Mantra is a body of sound; its soul is reached by directing intention with synchronized breath, mind, and heart. Climb the ladder of mantra step by step, dropping identification with body, breath, and thought. Theory without practice is empty; the truth lies within. “Silence is the sound. That is the highest level of sound, Parā, the quiet.” “Mantra is this ladder; we have to climb up step by step and keep dropping the unwanted things, the worldly issues, behind.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is a regenerative practice akin to Kāya Kalpa, renewing the body and spirit. Practicing collectively provides mutual energy and support, preventing the isolation and difficulty of solitary practice. This process purifies the body's five elements. The natural environment, such as a meadow with an old tree, radiates vital energy that complements the practice. The body requires internal space and tolerance in its joints, maintained through exercise and diet. Impurities from dead tissues and improper food cause disease; purification comes through prāṇāyāma, fasting, and herbal soups. Consuming pure ghee from specific cows is advised over other fats, and massaging a cow can balance circulation. Natural methods, like using earth to clean teeth, are superior to modern products. The practice cleanses the body, thoughts, and mind completely. "Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is like what we call regenerating. It is like Kāya Kalpa." "In this small seed, you can carry this whole tree. It will grow." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic