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Purify your body and eat proper food

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
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Yoga Nidra with Vishwaguruji in the open air

Connect with the healing power of the five elements through direct earth contact and conscious breath. Lie down and relax. Feel the earth's subtle vibrational energy through your heels, palms, and arms. The sun's energy comes through the earth. Touching the earth daily can heal diseases and remove allergies. Feel your breath moving your abdomen; solar energy comes to the navel. Inhale through your entire body, feeling the earth. The breath carries air, which carries the sun's power. Nature mixes different energies from trees, minerals, and water into a healing radiance. Spend time without clothing to feel the air and gentle aromas. Feel the space, or Ākāśa, within and around your body; every cell contains it. This space allows movement and breath. Similarly, water exists as humidity in the air, essential for breathing and mixed with healing essences from the earth. When prāṇa is blocked by wrong living, diseases like cancer appear. This practice of Yoga Nidrā is a healing power to understand and purify the five elements. The body is created from these elements; when they separate, life ends. We exist as and within the five elements. This leads to pure nourishment and can cure disease, fostering positive thought. "By this beautiful wind, everything is mixed in a beautiful way. That radiance is a healing power within you." "We are the five elements, and we are fluttering in the five elements." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Thirsty Horse and the Path of Spirituality

The human soul seeks direction amidst universal stress, which persists from childhood through old age despite our efforts. We are like a thirsty horse frightened by the noise of a water pump; to drink, we must accept the noise. Our spiritual thirst must be quenched within the world's clamor. Time is an unstoppable reality, and individual karma is an inescapable truth that guides our journey. Good and bad actions create impressions upon the soul. The mind and its desires bind us, as illustrated by the transformations of Vālmīki and Tulsīdās. Liberation requires dedicated practice without proclaiming spiritual attainments, for such claims dissipate power. We must walk the path with humility, performing our duties while maintaining spiritual focus. "Time will not wait for us. It does not matter who is who." "Karma goes with us like the shadow of our body." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Karma and liberation

The grandparents of the forest teach us about karma and the world's balance. Vegetation is essential for life, and ancient trees are loving grandparents. Good karma from non-violence leads to Svarga Loka, a temporary heaven. Bad karma from harming creatures leads to Naraka Loka. Liberation comes only through the guru's grace. Human actions are destroying the earth's equilibrium. Digging for resources creates hollow spaces and allows water in, making the planet unstable. This invites cataclysm where all will be lost. Spiritual people may depart beforehand. One must cease harming all creatures, including animals, and live with prayer and non-violence to alter this course. "Good karma that you didn’t eat meat, you didn’t kill any animals, you didn’t kill any humans. Then you come to the heaven." "Eating meat, you have to pay back. That’s it." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Questions to Gulabji

A clear life goal is essential to quiet the mind and make existence fruitful. Without purpose, one lives like the dead. The mind is constantly agitated by sensory desires, like waves. To clear it, one must have a definite aim, just as a traveler focuses only on the road to their destination. This goal is like a seed that desires to become a tree. To grow, the seed must be buried and sacrifice its own form; it cannot eat its own fruit. Similarly, to create and achieve, one must sacrifice self-interest. You have the right to perform action but not to claim its fruit, as the process of creation is unknown. The life force that then works is like the prāṇa of a guru or parent, working for others. Life's pursuits are understood through the four goals: the body seeks wealth (artha), the mind seeks desire (kāma), intellect applies wisdom (dharma) to balance them, leading the soul to liberation (mokṣa). These faculties are tools for the soul. Liberation is freedom from desires, which bind the heart. Happiness and unhappiness are interrelated; running from one means missing the other. The wise remain steady in both, for God is remembered most in adversity. By mastering dharma, artha, and kāma, one approaches desirelessness and finds lasting peace. "Do your part, but do not expect the fruits." "Mokṣa is just being free from desires, nothing else." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The source of our knowledge is Gurudev

Wisdom flows like a river, ever-renewing. You cannot dip twice in the same water, but the flow returns fresh. If the butter of past masters is gone, the cow remains; feed it with love and you get endless milk. The source of wisdom is within, given by the guru. When the master speaks, it rains nourishment. The true master speaks from within, not from notes. The body is limited, the soul limitless. Like an aeroplane, the wheels are left behind when the flight takes off. Expand your wings beyond sadness. A seeker dreamt of a book, found it, and met the master; with one glance he fell into trance and realized the Lord. Realization comes when the soul’s time arrives. The human body is a precious tool; mere eating and drinking is animalistic. What we learn is a handful of sand next to the vast Himalayas of knowledge. Within the body lies the science of kundalini, energy centers with resonances. Each letter of the alphabet is a divine energy residing within. This resonance awakens like a swan stretching its wings, but God hid it to prevent misuse. "Makhan khāyā to kyā huā, dhenu hamāre pās, charā ḍālo prem kā, do din aur rāt." "Esā Merā Sadguru Andar Bole." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We are here to learn more

The gathering welcomes distinguished guests and emphasizes the shared pursuit of knowledge through yoga, which transcends physical practice to harmonize the mortal body and immortal soul. We honor our lineage and welcome all present, including a renowned scholar of the Vedas. Human intellect is superior but requires teaching. Despite societal influences, few understand all humanity. We must concentrate on the Jīvātmā. Yoga is the supreme science for humans, extending beyond postures and breath. This work has spread globally over decades, with seeds now sprouting. The path requires selfless surrender. A seed must bury itself and forget its own life to become a tree that bears fruit for society. Our dialogue aims to elevate life through understanding karma and our true nature. "Yoga is the science for humans, not merely āsanas and prāṇāyāma, but something beyond." "Every seed has only one dream: that I should become a big tree. I should bear a lot of fruit for society." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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A Guided Meditation on Prāṇa, Mantra, and the Cakras

A guided meditation integrates prāṇa, mantra, and cakra awareness. Sit in meditation, concentrating on the Maṇipūra cakra. Chant Oṃ eleven times with vibration from the navel. Perform Ujjāyī prāṇāyāma with its mudrā. Focus on the Mūlādhāra mudrā eleven times, which is the Aśvinī mudrā. Concentrate with the vibration of prāṇa moving from Mūlādhāra to Maṇipūra. Perform Jālandhara Bandha, Ujjāyī Prāṇāyāma, and Aśvinī Mudrā together for eleven rounds. After finishing, release the mudrā and breathe normally. Keep eyes closed and avoid moving the head to prevent problems. Then assume Ākāśī Mudrā, looking toward the wall's height with eyes closed, and perform Brahmari eleven times. Chant Oṃ eleven times from the navel again. Concentrate on Mūlādhāra with Ujjāyī prāṇāyāma, Jālandhara Bandha, and Aśvinī mudrā, focusing energy from Mūlādhāra to Maṇipūra. After eleven rounds, breathe normally and release all mudrās. Gently assume Ākāśīmudrā again and perform Brahmrī Prāṇāyāma eleven times. Energy flows from Sahasrāra Cakra down to Maṇipūra. There are two mantras: Oṃ beginning from the navel, and another from Manipūra beginning from Sahasrāra. With Oṃ, energy is brought to Sahasrāra cakra; when coming to Manipūra Chakra, energy comes from Sahasrāra Chakra. Concentrate on bringing energy from Maṇipūra to Sahasrāra, and then from Sahasrāra to Maṇipūra. The Bīja Mantra of Maṇipūra Chakra is the letter 'R'. The main points are Mūlādhāra, Maṇipūra, Ājñā Chakra, and Sahasrāra Chakra. Do not begin these techniques without proper learning, as they have great power for awakening. Śiva is consciousness, and Śakti is energy, strength, and health. "Concentrate with the vibration of prāṇa, which moves from the Mūlādhāra to the Maṇipūra." "With the Oṃ, we bring this energy to the Sahasrāra cakra, the Brahmarandhra."

Every soul is pure

The purification of antaḥkaraṇa reveals the nature of truth as Sat Cit Ānanda. Truth is unchanging, like the sky—no weapon cuts it, no fire burns it, no water destroys it. This world is temporary, mithyā; only Brahman is real. Thoughts arise from the inner instrument: manas, buddhi, citta, ahaṁkāra. Impurity there causes ego, the belief in one’s greatness. Purifying these four leads to liberation. Judgement belongs to Divine Justice alone, not to any person. Ignorance is a dark curtain over past, present, and future. The soul is pure but coated by karma and destiny, which we create. Every soul is equal, from ant to elephant, a quality not a quantity. Love all entities; inability to love is ignorance. Four friends—dharma, patience, true friend, spouse—are tested in crisis. In adversity, you are alone; only truth accompanies. The antaḥkaraṇa absorbs qualities from contact and energy. A good deed plants a seed that remains lifelong. Cultivate purity of inner actions. Satyam Śivam Sundaram—truth, consciousness, beauty. "Brahma satyaṁ jagat mithyā." "Love each and every entity. If you cannot love that much, then at least love them as much as you love yourself." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Instructions for practising

The foundation of practice is knowledge, discipline, and adaptation. Each posture has a specific effect, and the sequence is crucial. When you adopt a system, you must follow its fixed procedures. However, you must know your own bodily capacity and limitations. If a posture causes pain or is contraindicated for your condition, you must avoid it. This is an individual matter. The teacher's first duty is to know what to do and what not to do for themselves and their students. Practice must be consistent; knowledge unused is lost. Yoga is a comprehensive science for mastering oneself, not merely physical movements. You must preserve and transmit knowledge, otherwise it perishes. "Every yoga teacher's first duty and priority is to know what to do and what not to do for themselves." "Knowledge must be renewed daily; otherwise, we are lost." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Be careful with the mind

The spiritual path is narrow and perilous, requiring vigilant discernment. Pride in the body or limited knowledge is a profound weakness. Spiritual development itself brings danger, akin to a newborn vulnerable to infection. Negative influences and mental afflictions can infiltrate and destroy progress from within, much like a small axe fells a mighty tree when joined by the forest that becomes its handle. Therefore, the protective power of true satsaṅga, or holy company, is essential. In this dark age of ignorance, the path is slippery and lined with adversaries. One must be humble, avoid negative company, and remain steadfast on the chosen path, for the mind can either liberate or destroy. "Satguru satsaṅg yārī olu avere, olu avere nen bharja avere." (I am longing for those people who have satsaṅg.) "Galiyāṁ choṭī, rāt andherī, rāste meṁ chikanāī." (The path is very narrow, the night is very dark, and the road is slippery.) Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

How to control the human nature

True spiritual practice transcends superstition and external rituals. Monday is Śiva's day, a day for fasting. Each weekday connects to a planetary influence. While cosmic influences hold some truth, they are not ultimate. Sages may have created systems like astrology to control unruly human nature, prescribing rituals as a calming injection. Do not be enslaved by predictions or fear of bad constellations. Control the planets of your own senses and ambition. Many promise miracles or liberation through expensive techniques, but these are often deceptions like staged levitation. Liberation requires purifying the inner instrument: be humble, pure, and free from jealousy and slander. Do not judge others, for to label another bad first requires the thought of bad within yourself. Practice sincerely without running after masters. Self-Realization is not guaranteed by any person; it is determined at life's final moment. Be normal, purify desires, and love all. "Control the planet of your indriyas, your senses. Control your ambition." "Who has never done some mistake or sin? That one should send, throw the first stone." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Understand the advice in a good way

Satsang with Vishwaguru Maheshwarananda, Strilky ashram, Czech Republic. There are different ways to live the life. If someone is not working properly this person will live in the rented apartment for the whole life. With good way of living we will be able to buy a house and live a better life. Vishwaguruji tells the story of the merchant's boy who misunderstood the advices of his father. This is similar between the master and disciple.

The path of the Soul

Satsang with Vishwaguru Maheshwarananda, Strilky ashram, Czech Republic. When spring comes nature is again growing. Creation was began with Shiva. Rain at the full moon night is a blessing for the new life. According to the scriptures the Jiva comes to the Earth with the water element. God is like the mother and father. We are like the children. Masters are cleaning our karmas with help of the Satsang.

Proudness

The ego of a devotee is cured by divine grace through humility. Even great beings can develop pride in their service. Hanumān once believed Rāma's victory depended entirely on him. Earlier, Garuḍa also lost faith after rescuing Rāma from a snake-arrow, thinking God needed his help. Garuḍa, in despair, was told only the crow-sage Kakabhuśuṇḍī could cure him. As Garuḍa approached, hearing the sage's discourse restored his devotion, and he saw even the gods listening. To cure Hanumān's pride, Rāma sent him to deliver a ring to a sage in the Himalayas. The sage told Hanumān to throw it into a pond, which was filled with identical rings from every divine incarnation. Hanumān then understood his role was not unique but part of an eternal cycle, curing his ego. "Hanumānjī became proud. He thought, 'If I were not, Rāma would not be successful.'" "Hanumān, don’t be proud. Don’t think that through your help, Rāma was victorious... It was a test for you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Birthday of Sri Hanumanji

The birthday of Hanumān teaches the power of selfless devotion and the true nature of the soul. Nutrition supports the physical body, the Annamaya Kośa. Vegetarian food is fundamental for health. Quitting sugar improves digestion and reduces parasites. Speaking sweet words harmonizes everything, while bitter words are poison. Hanumānjī incarnated as the support of Rāma, born thousands of years ago. He was the incarnation of Śiva, possessing immense strength and swiftness. To enter Laṅkā, he became as small as a mouse, slipping under the gate. He searched for a devotee and heard Vibhīṣaṇa chanting Rāma’s name. A true sādhu is defined by humility, not by outward dress. Hanumān tore open his chest to reveal Rāma and Sītā dwelling within. He leaped to the Himalayas to fetch the Sañjīvanī herb, overcoming many obstacles. When shot by Bharata, he declared, “Without fulfilling duty to God, there is no rest.” The herb revived Lakṣmaṇa, demonstrating the power of devotion. Hanumān represents the jīvātmā—your will, strength, and knowledge. Rāma is the Ātmā, the eternal God within the heart. Fear is Rāvaṇa; chanting the Hanumān Chālīsā removes fear and gives protection. “Bin hari kṛpā mile nahī santah” — Without the grace of God, you cannot find a saint. “Rāma kāja kī mohe kahāṁ biśrāma” — Without fulfilling my duty to my God, how can I rest? Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The friendship brings us together

Maintain cultural and spiritual harmony through yoga and compassion. Cultural festivals should be preserved and celebrated to educate future generations. All religions contain harmony, but politics often creates conflict. Brotherhood must be created globally, respecting all faiths without negative influence. Yoga serves two aims: ensuring good health to reduce aggression and awakening inner peace. Harmony and love naturally arise in a spiritual community, not through force or transaction. True giving benefits the giver without loss, fostering positive karma. Spiritual figures often faced hardship, reminding us to see the divine in everyone and cultivate good qualities. "Yoga has two aims. That is the science of body, mind, and soul. Yoga is for good health." "Give or not, but you take all the karmas of that poor person, that will reflect on us." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Thinking of Gurudev

Mahāsamādhi is not an absence but a change in the mode of presence. The physical form is a concentration of divine energy for easier communion. That energy is not bound by the body. The Guru's presence is activated by the devotee's call through love, prayer, and meditation. This principle operates now and will after Mahāsamādhi. The Guru incarnates due to the soul's call. Connection depends solely on the devotee's bhakti. Physical proximity is a convenience, not a necessity. "Whenever my devotees think on me, I will be present." "I am here because of the call of your soul." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Developing human qualities

Human life is distinguished by its understanding of dharma, karma, pāpa, and puṇya. Animals live by survival, but humans are given rules and the capacity to discern sin from piety. Karma is action, specific to human understanding. Pāpa, or sin, is not removed by brief rituals or holy water; it is deep within our existence and requires sustained practice. Puṇya comes from good actions that cause no pain to others. We must cultivate positive energy through kindness and mercy. Our associations matter: satsaṅga elevates, while kusaṅga spreads negativity like a disease. Modern life brings pollution and negative karma that manifest as illness. Human duty is to protect life, not destroy it, beginning with a sāttvic diet. We must purify all five layers of our being through awareness and righteous living. "Thou shalt not kill. He did not say whom you should not kill." "If you cannot help, do not destroy. If you cannot forgive, do not take the reactions." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Path to Health: Regeneration Through Yoga and Nature

Health is achieved through systematic yoga and natural living. Stress causes widespread errors in life and practice. Most bodily illness arises from poor nourishment chosen for taste alone, not quality. Modern civilization has lost connection to nature, making us and our pets ill. To regenerate, completely change your diet to natural foods and reduce quantity. Practice āsanas systematically from "Yoga in Daily Life," holding postures correctly to regulate blood flow and create energy. This physical foundation allows for prāṇāyāma and meditation. Yoga is universal, distinct from religious labels. Body regeneration requires time and consistent daily practice of at least 1.5 hours, prioritizing it over sleep. Make a firm resolve for natural food and systematic practice. "80% to 95% of our disturbances in the body... happen because the intestine tells us that you did not supply something which is good for the body." "Either give up the sleep, or give up your life. What is dear to you? That is the final judgment." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Start to learn - follow the discipline

The foundation of yoga is discipline. Students must learn Patañjali's Yoga Sūtras by heart, as this wisdom will transform one's view and life. The master observes aspirants for a year, testing their discipline through simple tasks and karma yoga. Without this foundation, no training will be successful. The first sūtra establishes this: now begins the discipline of yoga. True learning requires intense concentration and longing, like Arjuna focusing solely on his target. One must give up all other tastes and temptations. The mind's modifications must be controlled. Discipline prepares the ground for this mastery. "Unless you learn this, you will not be successful. The foundation is very important." "Your interest is for one thing, nothing else."

How to live your life

Dharma is the highest way of living for humans, distinct from the natural life of other creatures. Life is about how to live, not merely existing. Dharma is righteousness and consideration for others, while adharma is its opposite. Protecting dharma means dharma protects you. This is seen in everyday bonds: the dharma of spouses, parents, and children is to protect and love without separation. Humans are given intellect and love to understand and forgive, extending mercy to all creatures. Respect for neighbors and all life is essential. Division, weaponry, and taking from others are adharma. Dharma and adharma are universal principles above religion, governing human action through karma. Good and bad karma are recorded and yield results. Do not dwell on past karma; move forward by doing better to purify oneself. Anger, jealousy, and hate are destructive forces that steal one's good qualities and dharma. Cultivate positive qualities like mercy and kindness, which are protections given by God. The aim is to follow Sanātana Dharma, the eternal way, which ultimately harmonizes through yoga—unity, peace, and brotherhood. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaha—if you protect dharma, then dharma will protect you." "Anger is that thief which will steal from you everything at your door."

The way to Satyayuga

A new year begins with a saṅkalpa for peace and positive energy. Today is Makarasaṅkrānti, the solar new year. The sun moves north, a direction for meditation and prayer. Śiva is the original seed of manifestation, the Śiva Tattva from which all life emerges. The moon balances the earth, an ornament on Śiva's head, representing cyclical consciousness. We must cultivate positive energy, the Devī Śakti of pure consciousness, to overcome negative thoughts and actions. Negative energy first attacks one's own inner instrument—the mind, intellect, and ego—before affecting others. Ancient ṛṣis provided the antibiotic for this negativity: sacred mantras from the Vedas. These mantras, embodied by Śiva, cleanse illness and negative vibrations. Practice yoga daily according to your capacity, using mantra and posture to transform energy. Our collective saṅkalpa is to send positive energy to all world leaders, fostering mercy and protection for all beings, transcending religion and nation. We resolve for a year without war or suffering, creating universal harmony. "With the positive, we can win the negative. The positive is the Devī Śakti." "One ill fish will spoil the whole pond. So one ill thought first makes the illness within oneself."

Pure nourishment

Purification extends beyond the physical body through mantra and sāttvic nourishment. Mantra purifies the subtle layers of being. Physical and Haṭha Yoga techniques offer limited inner cleansing. True purification requires developing Sattva Guṇa, one of the three fundamental qualities, which is cultivated primarily through diet. Sattvic food possesses positive energy and includes fruits and leaves taken without destroying the plant, adhering to a Phalahārī principle. The Mahā-mṛtyu-jaya Mantra connects fragrance and nourishment to vegetation. Substances like Śilājit, when properly prepared, also promote sattvic qualities. Purifying the brain and Antaḥkaraṇa involves sāttvic living, āsanas, and prāṇāyāma, leading the life toward spirituality. Transcending the three guṇas is the goal, but mere dietary sattva is insufficient without genuine inner transformation, as illustrated by stories of lengthy spiritual training where students confront their own reactions. Real purification is an internal process of thought and behavior, moving beyond dependence on externals. "Through food, we create Sattva Guṇa; we purify our body, the nerves, and all different kinds of nerves and veins." "If we live a sāttvic life, then the purification of the brain occurs." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Let me be the dust on Your feet

Ego is a perilous force that elevates only to cast down. It is a hidden boulder one cannot move, blocking the path even after self-realization. Ambition for greatness or perfection leads one onto dangerous side paths, resulting in destruction. Pure devotion, not desire for achievement, leads to understanding. Many great beings have been destroyed by ego. Safety lies in following the Gurudeva's footprints, not accepting worship for oneself. One must serve, surrendering all sense of personal greatness. The tongue and passions are powerful senses that can destroy spiritual practice if not surrendered. "Gurudeva, if You will not accept my service to You directly, then let me serve Thy servants." "Slowly, slowly, my mind, then slowly, slowly, everything will come. Just as a gardener waters the garden, and when the season arrives, it bears fruit." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga leads to good health if practiced correctly

Yoga is the science of body, mind, and soul. It is a universal reality for health, independent of any belief. The practice originates from the primordial sound and light, given by the meditating Lord Śiva. Health depends on three principles: conscious nourishment, physical movement through postures, and breath control. Life's duration is linked to a counted number of breaths; slowing the breath through yoga prolongs life. Many modern practices are acrobatic and unsuitable for all ages. Correct practice involves systematic steps: body-warming, dynamic movements, and postures, leading to calmness and improved immunity. This is followed by meditation and practical exercises for daily life, like self-healing techniques for the eyes or office stretches. True education begins in the womb and the parents' lap, fostering human qualities like kindness and respect. Spirituality is purity of thought and consciousness, distinct from religion. Practice is essential; use it or lose it. "Health is not everything. But everything is nothing without health." "If you kill one human, you have killed the whole humanity." Filming location: Novy Jicin, Czech Republic

Everything is created by sound

Yoga is the union and harmonization of body, mind, and spirit. The ancient wisdom of the Vedas reveals that creation emerged from divine sound, the primal resonance of Aum. This sound manifests as light and then as the entire cosmos, including the human form. The body is a perfect creation, engineered with intricate systems and controlled through energy centers known as chakras. Each chakra, symbolized as a lotus, contains specific resonances and seed mantras that govern its function. The ultimate reality is the formless, eternal Brahman, which resides within all beings. Self-realization is the process of understanding one's own body, mind, and emotions, leading to the awareness of this inner divinity. True yoga practice cultivates non-violence, peace, and health in daily life, balancing one's being and actions to avoid causing harm, as every action returns like a boomerang. "The Sanskrit alphabet is called Devanāgarī. Deva is God, and Nagarī means a citizen—a citizen of the divine world." "Yoga means uniting, balancing, and harmonizing body, mind, and intellect." Filming location: Frydek-Mistek, Czech Republic

Unity

Yoga is the ancient science of union, moving from duality to oneness. The goal of human life is to become one with God, who is formless, nameless, and present in every atom. We carry God within, yet duality and conflict arise when we ignore this presence. All creation, from stones to plants, holds a divine vibration. Our human existence is the final milestone to approach this divine origin. Happiness is already given and must be found within, not sought externally. The path of yoga provides the technique: physical postures create harmony, breathwork purifies, and concentration builds awareness. Meditation guided by mantra is the highway to Self-realization. The principles are simple and sure. "Where there is duality, there is fighting. Where there is unity, there is peace, harmony, and God-consciousness." "God gave us happiness for free. So why do we not search within us and become happy? And for that, there is yoga." Filming location: Czech Republic

Presence of a Yogi means blessing

The value of satsaṅg and the inner pilgrimage to the divine is immeasurable. Even one minute of satsaṅg with a sadhu purifies countless sins. In past times, pilgrims walked for months to reach Kedarnath, with no roads or easy transport. Their entire consciousness was filled only with the thought of Kedarnath. They survived on a special root called mūlakanda, which gave great energy. Before reaching the temple, they already felt a beautiful aura. Upon arrival, the pilgrim became like Kedarnath itself, crying and joyful. The divine walked with them on the return journey, unseen but carrying them in hardship. When the path was comfortable, God walked beside; when dangerous, God carried. This outer pilgrimage is a metaphor for the journey to self-realization. Keep the goal ever in mind, never lose confidence, and feel the divine presence. Longing for the guru is like the sunflower turning toward the sun. A disciple hid behind a train carriage to catch a glimpse of his guru, singing a bhajan of separation. After the bhajan, the guru accepted him again. Satsaṅg creates a spiritual atmosphere that transforms places. A spiritual soul immediately perceives the vibration of holy company. “Eka gharame Ādi gharie, Ādi me puni Āda, Tulasī saṅgata sādhukī, hare koṭi aparādha.” “My son, when the path is comfortable, I am just walking with you, but when it was very hard, you did not walk; I walked for you, and I carried you on the hollow of my palm.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Meditation with mantra

Purifying the inner instrument begins with mantra and mālā. Sit comfortably and concentrate on the body to feel divine blessing, removing all disturbances and negative energies. This practice cleanses each blood cell and the entire antaḥkaraṇa. Today is the Mahāsakrānti, an auspicious day when the sun turns north. It also marks sannyāsa dīkṣā for many. Following the rules of sannyāsa leads to Mahāsamādhi, becoming one with Brahman. The rules are not hard; cutting the śikhā signifies freedom from all bonds. Do not lose the guru's command, fall to pride, or change the path. Humility brings higher development. Love every entity as yourself. We are from the lineage of Kapila Bhagavān and Śiva-svarūpa Alakhpurījī. "Mahāprabhujī said in his golden preachings that you should love each and every entity, if not more, then at least that much as you love thyself." "Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa said, 'In the Siddhas, I am the Kapil Muni Siddha.'"

The key to the happiness

Yoga and Āyurveda are sciences for complete health. Health is foundational; without it, everything is nothing. Yoga is an ancient system for physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Āyurveda is the knowledge of life, using natural herbs with minimal side effects. Both systems recognize the three guṇas that define individual nature. A key principle is to eat for living, not live for eating. Begin by reducing food intake by one bite per meal. This gradual reduction builds energy and can help manage conditions like blood pressure alongside practices like Prāṇāyāma. Authentic practice is essential, requiring proper training in both yoga and Āyurveda, the latter deeply connected to Sanskrit knowledge. Time must be respected and managed to dedicate hours to practice, family, and self-care. Simple, scientifically-informed exercises can be integrated into daily life, even while seated, to improve circulation and vitality. Health achieved through these means leads to harmony and a deeper spiritual understanding. "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." "Āyur means life and Veda means knowledge—knowledge about our good health and life." Filming location: Ostrava, Czech Republic

Live the life of a Human

Human life is given for a purpose: to live in harmony, protect all creatures, and ultimately achieve liberation. Life is limited, but the soul continues through many births. This human form is the final step to reach the supreme destination, though the path is demanding. All religions and cultures offer a valid way to the one God, who welcomes all. The destructive force is human ego—pride in position, wealth, or power. These gifts should be used to serve and help others. That service is yoga. Yoga is a lifelong path of balance, encompassing prayer, devotion, and compassionate action. Preserving family, culture, and tradition provides a necessary nest for the human spirit. In the current age, even yogis fall into competition, but yoga itself has none. The practice involves caring for body and mind through postures, breath, and meditation, leading to purification. "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." "Ultimately, I will be there to welcome you, bless you, liberate you, and guide you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Essence of Gurudev

The true Guru is the Ātmā, the inner Self, not the physical form. A story illustrates a misunderstanding: a professor feared Śavāsana, the corpse posture, associating it with death. It was clarified as Ānanda Āsana, the blissful posture, representing the relaxed state for realizing the Ātmā. This body is merely a container for the priceless, immortal diamond within—the Ātmā. When one realizes this inner Self, all negative qualities like anger and greed vanish. That realized state is the Guru. All beings contain the same divine light, like one moon reflected in many cups. Self-realization comes from renouncing attachments and duality, not from external forms. The path requires purifying the heart to perceive the unity in all. "Śivo’ham. I am that Ātmā, so you all are the same." "This box is our body... but the Ātmā will not be destroyed." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Atmadarshan

The grace of the Guru's darśana is the ultimate blessing. Darśana is the quality of vision that shapes your reality. Seeing beauty in nature or in loved ones creates happiness, while negative sights create fear. Presenting oneself with respect through dress and conduct is a darśana that brings joy to others. When four eyes meet in positive friendship, it blossoms into great joy, like sixty-four gems. This inner feeling is divine. However, all visible things have an end. The true Guru principle is limitless and resides within all. Beware of miracles, for siddhi is a form of māyā that can entangle a spiritual seeker. The real power is in the Guru's blessed words, not in display. Having the darśana of that eternal Guru fulfills all pilgrimages and awakens one's fortune, liberating one from the ocean of worldly karma. "Jasī dṛṣṭi, vasī sṛṣṭi. The kind of vision you see through your eyes is how creation appears within you." "Māyā mahā thaganī, hum jānī re. Māyā is the greatest cheater... and that will hang you one day to death." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Science of Prāṇa and Svara Yoga

Prāṇa is the vital force, and Svara Yoga is the science of controlling its flow. The ocean breathes, its tides like inhalation and exhalation, providing much of Earth's oxygen. Life is classified by its element: water-dwelling Jālacara, land-dwelling Thalachara, and air-dwelling Nābchara. Our practice involves mastering prāṇa without physical manipulation of the nostrils. The correct mudrā supports the head at the Ājñā Cakra. Mastering alternate-nostril breathing without using the hands is a higher attainment within Svara Yoga. This mastery allows insight into health and the process of death. Advanced practitioners of old could perform Jīvita Samādhi, consciously leaving the body, though such practice is now restricted. Prāṇa animates the entire body. Learn these techniques thoroughly through dedicated practice, under guidance, to avoid risk. Practice accumulates; even if perfection is not reached in this life, its merit carries forward. "Mastering anuloma-viloma without supporting the nostrils signifies a higher level of yoga practice." "Your Jīvātmā, O Arjuna, will be reborn as a human... the karma and fruits of your past life's practice will connect." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Jivatma and the Universe

The subject is the primordial sound, nāda, and the seed of consciousness. The first state was śūnyākāśa, a void with no movement, sound, air, or life. Within this endless space exists a dormant seed, Jīvātmā. Creation requires three principles: space, consciousness (Chetan), and power (Śakti). Consciousness has no desire; inert matter (jada) cannot act alone. The activating power is Icchā Śakti, the desire to multiply. This desire creates a vibration, which is the first sound and light. This resonance, OM, is the eternal principle. The center of this universe is your own navel. You must do your own work. Prayer and practice cannot be delegated. Care for your body as a farmer tends a field. The process is personal. "eko’haṁ bahusyāmi—I am one, and now I will multiply." "Prayer means not fanatically. Feel God in your heart." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

How to use the mantra

Chanting mantras brings peace and purifies the environment through resonance. Life's disturbances agitate the mind, but mantra restores concentration and releases stress. The Guru Mantra profoundly affects body, mind, intellect, and consciousness. Five techniques exist for its practice. First is writing the mantra daily; positive mantras are not secret and help others. Second is chanting aloud, which influences the three primary energy channels and awakens resonance within the chakras. Each alphabet in the chakras represents a protective power. Third is whispering with slight lip movement, a stage of turning inward while remaining aware. Fourth is mental repetition, which awakens the inner light of knowledge. Fifth is automatic repetition, where the mantra continues effortlessly like breath, requiring no physical or mental effort. This highest level operates constantly. Mantra chanting creates a powerful energy that awakens inner knowledge. "The Mother Earth has enough for our need, but not for our greed." "Ajāpa means you need not repeat. Neither your lips nor your tongue moves." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Keep your energies clean

The five bodies each require their own nourishment. The physical body, Annamaya Kośa, needs food. It is said every grain has a destined consumer. A story tells of a grain of rice, uncooked and stuck in a merchant's tooth, which later fell before a king who ate it. Another story tells of a chickpea that entered a man's sinus; a sage said it was destined for a chicken, and so it was. Destiny governs all; free choice is an illusion. Yet discipline is necessary. Care for the physical body through proper āsana and diet, understanding food's effects are unknown. The energy body, Prāṇamaya Kośa, is sustained by breath and pure substances; avoid blocking it with artificial materials. The mental body, Manomaya Kośa, contains all thoughts and desires, known only to oneself and the divine. The intellectual and bliss bodies will be discussed later. Practice yoga as a daily discipline for these sheaths. "On every grain is written the name of the one who will eat it." "Destiny is playing with us. Nothing we can do, and we do not have free choice." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Dhyana

Meditation is the practice of becoming the ruler of your own kingdom, the body and mind, not their slave. The process involves concentration leading to meditation and ultimately to samādhi, a state of oneness. Various levels of samādhi exist, from temporary devotional states to the seedless, absolute union. The mind's restless waves must be stilled to perceive the inner light. Practice involves awareness of the body and transcending worldly attachments to realize your true nature. "Tu man indriyāṅkā rāja... Do not be a slave of your senses and your mind." "Samādhi means samājatahe... you become one. You put one drop of water in the ocean." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Kriya Anusthan

The purpose of Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is threefold: physical purification, mental and intellectual purification, and spiritual clarity. You possess the technique, but you must practice it yourself. Do not depend solely on blessings; you must do the work. Follow the techniques without constant change. This practice purifies body, mind, and karma to foster spiritual development. Everything needed is within you; laziness and guilt are also within you. The practice involves Cakra Śodhana with eleven mantras, a number representing continuity. This anuṣṭhāna is a preparation, beginning with training the physical body to be motionless. Do not stop at zero; the universe is zero, and entering it leads to the infinite. Your practice must be done by you, without doubt, greed, or attachment. "God said, 'I gave you everything.'" "Therefore, do not stop at zero." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Searching for God

The miracle of life reveals the divine science within creation. The entire human body develops from a single drop over nine months, containing the entire universe. Ancient sages possessed visionary knowledge without modern tools, such as discerning gender. Modern science researches the organs and the aware soul within. This soul descends from the astral world into the womb according to destiny, with even trees possessing life. Historical misunderstandings declared only kings or certain people had souls, leading to atrocities against women and animals. The divine creation is precise; human interference through pollution, chemicals, and electromagnetic smog causes disease. Plastic has become a new immortal element, contaminating blood and disrupting bodily functions. The human body is a microcosm of the universe. Discipline and purification through practices like Kriyā and prāṇāyāma are essential, as these techniques harmonize the chakras and purify the subtle body. The goal is self-knowledge and inner travel, recognizing the divine presence within this bodily castle. "Within that one drop is the entire universe." "If we cannot create, we have no right to destroy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Remember the beauty of the world

The tree is a mirror for the self, revealing the nature of perception and memory. Observe the external world with full concentration, then close your eyes to visualize it. This tests and develops inner sight. The tree, with its roots in earth and branches in air, reflects the human system from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. One is not a singular entity; the body hosts a universe of microscopic life, a community within. Memory stores all experiences. Consciously retain only the beautiful and nourishing visions, letting go of the unpleasant. These stored impressions become the material for deep meditation. When the mind is scattered, return to these reservoirs of natural beauty to restore focus and peace. "Similarly, it is with our spine, from the Mūlādhāra Cakra to the top of the head." "So when you cannot concentrate, you cannot meditate, then go to that beautiful vision, that beautiful view." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practice and be careful

The discourse covers the morning prayer to Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān, the power of devotion, and pilgrimage to Alakhpurījī’s abode. The morning āratī prayer was written by the Mahārāja of Kaṭhubāṛī, a devotee of Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī. He sought a blessing to adopt an heir for the throne. The outcome appears in the Līlā Amṛt. Prayer purifies the antaḥkaraṇa—mind, intellect, memory, and ego. Morning and evening prayers cleanse all thoughts and actions. Anuṣṭhāna, a five-week practice, purifies negative energies and worldly tensions. Completion of anuṣṭhāna with guidance brought happiness. The prayer’s mention of Alakhpurījī deepens awareness of him as a great ṛṣi, a form of Śiva. Gurujī composed bhajans that include Alakhpurījī’s name. Alakhpurījī comes from Brahmaloka, existing since Śiva’s time. The Alakṇandā river serves as evidence. The Nanda Devī region contains the capital of the Devpurījīs and the divine treasure of Kubera. Pilgrims travel to Alakhpurījī’s cave; it is not deep but has a dangerous inner section. Following instructions prevents getting lost forever in the mountains. Kubera mountain is at 3,200 meters, requiring slow ascent. Devotees bring offerings like almonds, grains, and small stones, and a dhūni fire with holy ash is present. Blessings flow from the Alakhpurījī Siddha Pīṭha Paramparā lineage. “Prayer purifies antaḥkaraṇa. Manas, buddhi, citta, ahaṅkāra—this is antaḥkaraṇa.” “Dīn bandhu dīna nāt meri dori tere hāt.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga brings you back to Thyself

Yoga is a science of body, mind, and soul, not merely a physical exercise. Its essence is spirituality; without it, humanity suffers, like a body without life. Yoga purifies physical and mental impurities, known as vikāras, which include disease, jealousy, anger, and greed. Practice removes these obstacles, leading to clear consciousness and unity. All spiritual paths ultimately lead to one divine source, beyond fanaticism. Integrating spirituality with daily practice through asana, pranayama, and meditation is essential for true self-realization and peace. "Yoga without spirituality is like a body without a soul." "Yoga is that science and that quality which will save humanity." Filming location: Bratislava, Slovakia

It's not good to leave the Guru or the family

The wealth lies in the vision of a true Guru, not in the physical form. A genuine master does not offer initiation to one already committed; changing spiritual lineage severs one's ancestral connection. Value the inner knowledge, not the outer cover of caste or sect. Seek quality in character and wisdom, not mere appearance. Human life is fraught with difficulty, and one must maintain it through righteous association, avoiding bad company. The search for that divine vision is the ultimate pursuit. "One who offers to give you a mantra to become a disciple is 100% sure not a Satguru." "I thought there is only one male, the Kṛṣṇa. Who is the second one?" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Pranas in practice

The practice of Ānandasana and Vajrāsana awakens vital energies for health. Ānandasana is the blissful posture, not the dead body's posture. It involves stretching completely on the back to aid digestion and remove stomach tension. Vajrāsana is a most powerful posture. It strengthens the Vajranāḍī, the body's trunk, which supports immunity and life force. The practice balances prāṇa and apāna energies. Weak apāna śakti leads to constipation and urinary issues. Specific mudrās and exercises like nauli strengthen these energies. Correct practice regulates prāṇa throughout the body, purifying organs and relieving stress which originates from the stomach. "Vajrāsana is one of the most powerful postures. It is strengthening first our Vajranāḍī." "And also the constipation, because of the apāna śakti, is less." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We need the physical form of the Guru

The longing for darśana, the vision of the divine, is the core of spiritual seeking. Self-realization is the ultimate darśana, but the inner light is dormant. Therefore, one must first seek the darśana of the living Guru. Wandering to holy places has benefit, but a true human, one with feeling, understands this. The divine has two aspects: the formless nirguṇa and the formed saguṇa. For those in a physical body, the saguṇa aspect is easier to comprehend and see. A consecrated statue becomes a living receptacle through sacred ritual, moving from inert stone to a vessel of divine presence. This transformation hinges entirely on the devotee's faith and bhāva. Daily worship establishes this connection. Yet, a statue cannot speak. The need is for the living Guru who can instruct, bless, and guide with necessary strictness. Even divine incarnations like Rāma and Kṛṣṇa submitted to Gurus. True surrender to the Guru's discipline is essential, for the Guru's glory is beyond all description. "For you, as long as you are in a physical body and have physical eyes, it is easier to understand and see the saguṇa aspect." "Even the Lord of knowledge, the God of all wisdom, went to school." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Don't expect miracles

The soul’s journey to Brahmaloka through the guru’s grace demands endless patience, for the guru shepherds the devotee across lifetimes until liberation. Worldly life is everything, but the guru follows the soul to Brahmaloka over vast time. The greatest error is to postpone spiritual effort, saying “Tomorrow” or “Next year.” Expecting swift miracles leads to psychic illness—depression, hallucination, false imagination. The only miracle is death; otherwise, the soul waits long in the queue of other realms. The guru’s blessing, given as shelter, protects the disciple until the journey’s end. Purifying the soul’s accumulated karma, heavy as tons of debris, requires ages. Negative thoughts create parallel difficulties. The guru can grant instant liberation but refrains. A farmer delayed joining the guru due to attachment to his son. He waited for his son’s marriage, then a grandchild, then to repay debts. He died and was reborn as a cow, still attached to family duties. The guru visited, offering liberation, but the soul postponed. As a dog guarding the house, it again delayed. As a cobra shielding its grandchild, it was killed by family. The soul became a worm, the lowest form. The guru placed the worm in a lotus offered to Vishnu. At Vishnu’s lotus feet, the worm attained moksha. The guru’s grace carries the soul to Brahmaloka even when karma worsens. “Do not expect any miracles. And if you want to expect miracles, then you will become psychically ill: depression, hallucination, wrong imagination.” “Even if your karma is getting worse and worse, one day it will be that you will get into the Brahmaloka.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Incarnation of Holy Guruji

The incarnation day of the Satguru is observed. A saint's life bears extraordinary signs, like the infant Krishna revealing the universe. There are two kinds of incarnations: those for a special purpose and those who bless the earth daily through their presence and words. The Guru's bhajans are the resonance of divine knowledge, their words like jewels that go directly into the heart. These compositions are the words of the Vedas, made comprehensible. The Guru and his own Guru are one in the transmission of this knowledge. True discipleship means becoming an instrument, with the divine writing through the devotee. This oneness is the essence of spiritual realization. The Guru's life was a continuous blessing and a series of tests, demonstrating that the master provides all necessities. True spiritual wealth is internal, not in external robes. "The bhajans we are singing are the words of the Vedas." "To put orange robes on your body is not to be a real sannyāsī. You have to live life as a sannyāsī." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The power of the mantra

The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra grants victory over death. This Vedic mantra's power is demonstrated through the story of Ṛṣi Mārkaṇḍeya. His destiny was a short life, predicted to be twelve years. Instructed by his guru, he worshipped Śiva and chanted this mantra. When the time of death arrived, he embraced a Śiva Liṅga. Lord Śiva manifested and forbade death from taking him. Thus, the ṛṣi achieved immortality. Chanting this mantra daily is said to remove sorrow, poverty, and the fear of death. The guru-given mantra is the essential seed within all mantras; its power is a proven science. Austerities and practice can burn away karma and lead to liberation. Be happy and seek liberation, not worldly entanglements. Bless others generously, as blessings hold great power. "Only that Bholenāth Bhagavān Śiva, He can change." "Your guru mantra becomes a seed in those other mantras." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic