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We are never old for yoga

This weekend provided a spiritual vaccination against the subtle influences of Kali Yuga. The age's decay enters through small compromises, like a mouse, creating spiritual inflation. We must learn to firmly say no to ourselves, for the gentle approach of this era ends with us caught unaware. A yogi, like aged ghee, improves with time; one is never too old for sādhana. This injection strengthens our immunity, but ongoing practice is essential. We must carry this light home and arrive at the coming opening in a state of spiritual readiness, not merely physical. Our perspective on food, practice, and community must grasp the deeper principle of non-harm. "To know how to say 'No' to ourselves." "We are never too old for our sādhana." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan evening from Strilky Ashram

Archive 20231021 18 Edited Musical recording.

Never eat meat so you become pure

Maintaining purity in life and diet is essential for spiritual progress. You are pure people, but some are not. It is like walking in a nice place and suddenly stepping on a needle; something impure enters. When you gather here, you come from your homes. Eating pure food at home is very good. Giving this to your children is important; do not let them eat meat. Some people think they do nothing wrong, but then they go with their children and parents, and their purity goes down. You must look very, very pure. If you go with friends and they offer something, do not take it at all. This is Kali Yuga, a time of blackness. People wear black dress, always black. But black is okay; it is not that you must be completely black or white. Be as you are, but think carefully. Do not be completely black. In India, many people are also down, eating meat. Not all, but some. Your goal should be pure. When your dress is black, you go and work. But do not be like that always. When visiting friends, you must say you cannot touch that food. There was a pure disciple in Vienna who has died. You have everything very nice. Be good. "Your goal should be pure, it should be the pure goal." "When the heart is pure, then everything is pure." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.

The power of Gurudev's blessing

The great fortune is to be in satsaṅg, not entangled in the distractions of the age. This gathering provides rich spiritual food, not the mental fast food many consume. To digest this requires strong inner fire and practice. Simply being in this atmosphere purifies energy and grants strength. The most vital part is the personal connection—greeting the teacher and receiving prasāda. This act releases karma and provides sustenance felt long after. Prasāda is the holy essence capable of transforming a life, as is true darśana. "Prasāda is the essence." "That Prasāda is completely able to change our life if we know what Prasāda is." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan evening from Strilky

Archive 20231020 18 Edited Musical recording.

Webcast from Strilky

A devotional invocation reveals inconsistencies in its transcription and composition. The text is a plea for the deity's arrival and blessings, yet its meaning is obscured by unclear phrases and non-standard terms. The flow is disrupted by an abrupt shift into modern English. Repetition appears without clear poetic purpose. The closing line alters the deity's descriptor, creating an inconsistent address. The transliteration of the sacred name itself varies, undermining textual integrity. These elements suggest the recorded words may contain errors or fragmented thoughts from an oral tradition. "Padhāro mere Gaṇapati deva, Palaka palaka merī yahī ārā jāhe, rakho caraṇame dāsa." "Śaraṇa eko sadasuka dijo, dijo sarva duḥkha nāśa..." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The basics of the effects of yoga practices

The core practices of Prāṇāyāma and Yoga Nidrā are essential for mastering attention and well-being. The legalization of drugs like cannabis is a concerning trend, as substances are often misused by those with psychological distress. True fulfillment comes from being a good human, which is governed by individual attention. This control is perfected through Prāṇāyāma and Yoga Nidrā. The body and brain mirror each other; every physical action affects the prefrontal cortex, which manages complex functions like decision-making. Therefore, gentle practice is vital, as sensations like pain are registered in the brain. Yoga Nidrā systematically scans the body to cultivate positive energy, requiring dedicated effort. "Better attention? Absolutely correct. Prāṇāyāma. And one more thing. Yoga Nidrā." "Therefore, yoga brothers and sisters, be gentle to your body and to your brain." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Everyday practising is important

Spiritual progress requires consistent daily practice, not occasional effort. The journey demands integrating discipline into ordinary life, balancing responsibilities while maintaining steady effort. Merely visiting an ashram once a year is insufficient; one must practice at home, morning and evening. Proficiency develops over years, like a child learning gradually. Just as a pilot must operate an aircraft regularly to maintain skill, so must one engage in spiritual practice diligently. This is our life, and everything in it matters. The work continues wherever you go. "Because, well, if not today, then perhaps tomorrow—like this." "If you cannot practice daily and only come once a year, then you are not on the journey." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practising Asanas 1

Begin with awareness in Ānanda Āsana, observing the body, breath, and mind before and after practice. Coordinate movement with breath, feeling the abdomen rise and fall. Practice āsanas like Pavanamuktāsana and Śaśāṅka Āsana to activate complete yoga breathing and feel the stretching and relaxing of the spinal column. The best time for āsanas is when the stomach is empty. Distinguish yoga from workout or stretching; yoga activates energy flow, leaving one energized. Precise alignment is crucial, such as keeping the spine straight in Aśva Sañcalana Āsana and ensuring the pelvis is positioned correctly in butterfly pose to avoid strain and prepare for meditation. Practice with gentle awareness, not force. "Always with inhalation, your abdomen and navel go up, and with exhalation, down." "With yoga, we are activating, we are making that energy flow. We will feel more energy after yoga class."

Practicing Asanas 2

A gentle yoga practice integrates postures, breath, and focused awareness to calm the mind and strengthen the body. Begin by relaxing in a comfortable position, observing the natural breath. Practice postures like Pavanamuktāsana and Vyāghrāsana with smooth, controlled movements and coordinated breathing. Maintain awareness of alignment, such as keeping the pelvis level. Vīrāsana is highlighted for its benefits to the feet and mental state, despite potential discomfort from inflexibility. The practice emphasizes eliminating unnecessary movements to settle mental restlessness. Postures like Skandharāsana and Viparītakaraṇī Mudrā are detailed for their physical and energetic effects, including strengthening muscles and balancing prāṇa. Always breathe consciously and maintain control, concluding with relaxation and observation of the body and mind. "When we have many vṛttis... you are restless inside. That is why we practice āsanas: to ensure we do not have extra movements. By eliminating extra movements, we calm our mind." "Viparītakaraṇī Mudrā is excellent for your circulation... It influences your Bindu cakra. You will regenerate energy very quickly." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga treatment for panic attacks

Life is a challenging struggle, but we receive clarity and energy from the spiritual path, allowing us to rise again. Our journey provides a continual infusion of clarity for development and energy for daily life. This blessing comes from a true source of knowledge. One practical source is Prāṇāyāma, though we often underutilize it. For instance, sleep issues can stem from imbalanced breathing patterns linked to sleep position, a knowledge from Svara Yoga. Similarly, panic attacks arise from low energy and psychological loss tied to identity. The panic sensation itself is an imitation of suffocation triggered by stress-induced clavicular breathing. The antidote is the full Yoga breath, which signals safety to the brain. Beyond this, deep Prāṇāyāma involves releasing the pelvic floor, a storehouse of tension. This practice retrains the brain towards relaxation. While many modern yoga forms lack depth, our path offers techniques and the blessing of wisdom. This wisdom is cultivated through tools like self-inquiry meditation, which cleans perception and establishes healthy inner boundaries by observing personal patterns. "Panic attacks are based on an imitation of suffocation." "With Prāṇāyāma, both clarity and energy are in our hands." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practising Asanas and Pranayama

Standing āsanas demand precise alignment and conscious breath. Stand with pelvic awareness, avoiding arched lower back. Do not lock knees; imagine pubic bone drawing toward navel. Inhale, rise onto toes, stretch up; exhale down. Interlock fingers and stretch sideways without dropping the pelvis. Distribute weight on heel, outer foot, and beneath big toe. Align ear, shoulder, and hip joint as if resting on a wall. Lift leg with breath for concentration and leg strength. Practice side lunges, keeping knee aligned between big toe and second toe. Add heel lifts to engage calf muscles while maintaining upper body stillness. In squat posture, turn foot out, track knee over foot, inhale to lengthen, exhale to fold. Keep heel grounded if possible. In the squat, abdominal breathing releases the lower back. Transition into forward fold, releasing the neck, avoiding locked knees. Surrender in relaxation pose, feeling heaviness as complete release. Tension exits pelvic floor and nervous system, calming the mind. Use the body as a tool for present-moment awareness. “Nar se Nārāyaṇ,” from human to God. “Be aware, be here and now. To keep awareness, your body is the great tool.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practising in the garden

Yoga practice integrates āsanas and prāṇāyāma to cultivate body alignment, focused attention, and inner awareness. Begin with deep inhalation and exhalation while stretching the body. Press the low back and neck to the floor during the stretch. Bring the nose to the knee with straight legs, keeping shoulder blades down. Hold the legs on the chest and gently rock side to side. Sit in Daṇḍāsana with a straight back, palms beside the hips, and rotate the head with the breath. Shoulders move slightly back, hands bear no weight. Interlock fingers and stretch elbows backward to strengthen the muscles. Place fingers on shoulders, inhale up and back, exhale elbows back. Squeeze and spread the toes for relaxation. In Śaśāṅkāsana, completely relax and feel the spinal stretch and breath massaging the organs. Uttāna Pṛṣṭhāsana coordinates breath with arm movements to open the chest and balance brain hemispheres. Concentrate fully on the thumb nail during standing side stretches to sharpen focus. In caturaṅga daṇḍāsana, keep legs straight without hyperextending knees, hinge from the hips, and breathe into the upper lungs; this helps bronchitis and asthma. For back-bending, place palms on the floor, push shoulders toward the feet, pull the pelvis up, and breathe with the abdomen to strengthen the core. Relax in Ānanda Āsana and observe the body from toes to crown. Prāṇāyāma practice uses Nāḍī Śodhana second level with alternate nostril breathing, prāṇāyāma mudrā, twenty rounds each side, and OṂ chanting, while maintaining awareness as the observer. "When you stretch, try to press your lower back and neck to the floor." "Be aware of your breathing, of your thoughts, and of how you feel. Be the observer." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practising from Strilky

A standing yoga practice integrates breath, movement, and awareness. Begin by standing firmly, relaxing the abdomen. Practice stretches and variations of Pavan Muktāsana to build concentration. Focus awareness on different patterns of breath: abdominal, thoracic, and clavicular. Then synchronize these into one complete yogic breath, initiating from the abdomen upwards. This synchronization of movement and breath is excellent against stress and balances both sides of the body and brain. Practice strengthening motions with awareness, feeling the engagement of muscles. Conclude by relaxing and maintaining awareness of the complete breath. "Try to let the movement itself cause the inhalation, and let the movements also cause the exhalation." "When you synchronize movements and breathing into one, it is excellent against stress."

We are one family

This spiritual home is our family, connected not by worldly karma but by surrender to the Guru. Worldly family ties are temporary bonds of past karma. Here, we form a lasting spiritual family under our Gurudeva. True connection requires complete faith and surrender from the heart, not half-hearted belief. Personal effort is essential: we must purify our inner vessel through sādhanā, mantra, and prayer to receive grace. Satsaṅg, whether in person or virtual, sustains this connection within the lineage. The Guru embodies the entire lineage; we cannot hide from this compassionate presence. Surrender your ego through devotion and let the Guru's light guide you. "Our own family—father and mother—are connected by our karma, so we eventually part." "If you have complete faith, just that faith, and the number one rule of that faith is surrendering." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Tuma saba ke dina dayala

Awaken now, for the spiritual dawn has arrived and the night of ignorance is over. Those who sleep will miss this attainment; only the awake will realize it. You must open your eyes and meditate. Procrastination is folly, as the future is unknown. Act today what is for tomorrow, and act now what is for today. This is the call to rise from slumber. Do not sleep while the beloved is awake. "Which love is this when your beloved is awake and you are sleeping?" "What you have to do for tomorrow, do it today. And what you have to do today, do it now."

Yoga and Ayurveda

This is a gentle yoga practice integrating physical postures with meditative awareness. We begin by relaxing the body and observing the breath. The practice includes specific āsanas like Pavanamuktāsana for the lower back and digestion, and bicycle leg movements for circulation and knee health. All movements are to be performed slowly and with awareness of the breath. The practice emphasizes that āsanas engage not just the physical body but the five layers of being, from the physical to the causal body. Awareness of breath and sensation is the key, transforming movement into meditation. Correct alignment is stressed to avoid injury, such as keeping the lower back pressed to the floor during exercises and maintaining shoulder blades down during twists. The goal is to cultivate presence, release tension, and enjoy the practice without force. "When we practice āsanas, we are practicing with all five bodies." "The excellence of awareness: be here and now. That is the meditation, but in the movements." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Guided Relaxation and Gentle Movement Practice

A guided relaxation and gentle movement practice for the entire body. Begin by systematically relaxing from the shoulders down through the spine, limbs, and face. Initiate gentle movements with the arms and head. With knees bent, perform a pelvic rock forward and backward on the mat, allowing the movement to travel through the entire back and neck to improve circulation. Cross the legs and introduce a side-to-side rocking motion, followed by a gentle spinal twist with the head moving opposite the legs. Practice circling the legs to massage the lower back. Incorporate breath with stretching, leg pulls, and hip rotations while lying down. Perform side-lying movements for the shoulders and spine. Conclude with coordinated arm and head circles, gentle neck stretches, and a final integrated movement lifting the head with hands behind the neck. End with a full body stretch and relaxation. "Relax your whole back and back muscles. In the middle is your spine; relax your spine." "Bring your legs as much as you can towards your chest, and now rock left and right with your pelvis and legs dynamically."

Enjoy the movement!

Foundational āsanas and breath awareness form the base of practice. Begin with Pavanamuktāsana to release the lower back, pressing the knee to the chest with the breath. Move into Daṇḍāsana, keeping the spinal column straight. Practice head movements initiated from the lower neck, coordinating with breath to avoid strain. Sarvahitā Āsanas teach correct movement patterns for all further practice. Engage muscles by imagining lifting a weight to build strength for postures like Viparīta Karanī Mudrā. Always be aware of breathing during āsana; conscious breathing activates the brain's cortex, calming the emotional limbic system. Complete yogic breathing combines abdominal, thoracic, and clavicular movement for full purification. Prāṇāyāma, like Nāḍī Śodhana, purifies the energy channels through all five layers of being. "Always be aware of your breathing. When you breathe with awareness—without changing the rhythm—we activate a center in the cortex of the brain." "Seventy percent of the body's purification comes through our breathing. That is why our breathing, especially complete yogic breathing, is so important." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Always be in the present and go to Satsang

Enter the sacred space of satsaṅg with full awareness, leaving the outer world behind. This environment is a protective bubble of pure energy. Upon entering, consciously set aside all mental burdens and problems, as one leaves dirty shoes at the door. The essential practice is to be fully present in the current moment. Ordinary life is often lived in unawareness, while a yogī cultivates constant awareness of the here and now. Do not dwell in past sorrows or future anxieties. Choose to dwell in uplifting society, or satsaṅg, which strengthens and elevates. Negative company, or kusaṅg, weakens through complaint and fear. The energy of true satsaṅg can transform one's inner state, creating a personal golden age regardless of the external era. Carry this cultivated purity forward. Live life like wearing a pristine white dress, striving to keep it clean through positive thoughts and actions. Real satsaṅg is found in physical congregation with the Guru and the community. Utilize this rare opportunity for purification. Remain a humble disciple, always willing to serve through karma yoga, and continually strive for positive inner change. "When we are in a seminar or in ashram satsaṅg, try not to be in another space and time, 'buying shoes' or something else." "Which society we have, that we will become." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The world needs Yoga in Daily Life

A holy place and a living teacher offer essential grace. This place is holy because God is present. Everything needed is provided. Only two such places exist in the world. A living teacher sat here; a sacred tree will be replanted. Spirituality resides here; people from many countries come. A living teacher is necessary. Scriptures and words are not enough. Realization must be digested by one who has walked the path, just as the banyan seed must be digested by a bird to grow. A teacher's glance transmits deep understanding. A teacher's grace can stop rain. Through the teacher's blessing, a disciple survived a brain cyst. Yoga combined with grace led to Olympic and Deaflympics gold. Chronic diseases are managed through yoga. Without the teacher's invisible support, no success happens. Find your true form with the teacher's help. The teacher is one with Brahman. "You’ve forgotten yourself—what a calamity." "Between the water in a pot and the ocean, there is no difference. The Guru is one with Brahman." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A Guru gives everything that we need

Without love, God will not come. Techniques alone fail. Duryodhana invited Krishna without love, so Krishna went to Vidura. Vidura’s wife fed banana skins with devotion. Ego and jealousy are the greatest problems. Mantras liberate the mind when practiced. The Guru-given name guides the path. Seva balances blessings received. Karma touches individuals and nations. COVID revealed this globally. Yoga, an ancient discipline, is now a 110-billion-dollar industry. Organizations seek to control it. A universal benchmark for yoga is needed. Political work in the UK and EU pushes for legitimizing yoga and Ayurveda. The bhajan teaches God’s equal vision turns all pure, like the Ganga accepting sewage. Surrender means understanding “Nāhaṁ kartā”—not the doer. "Without love, God will not come." "The working hands have more value than the folded hands." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Don't wait to get Mantra

The essential importance of receiving a mantra and a spiritual name. Forgive my inability to sing; I come here to learn. I am humbled by your long histories with the Guru. In speaking with many, I find a surprising lack: some family members still believe they do not need a mantra. This understanding is essential. The mantra liberates the mind, which is why we seek peace here. Do not wait, for we do not know if we have tomorrow. The mantra signifies becoming the Guru's disciple. A spiritual name is also vital. It is given with knowledge of your future, and you must work towards embodying it. The name guides you to the ultimate Name. Both mantra and name are absolutely necessary. "I urge those people who have no mantra: it is essential. The mantra helps us to liberate our mind." "Gurudev will give you a name that means you have to work towards that name." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We can change the world together

Conscious consumption is imperative for health and spiritual integrity. Many now consume insects and altered foods, a practice spreading globally. This causes physical harm, as foreign substances introduce problems into the body. We lack the proper enzymes to digest such matter, leading to potential blockages and disease. The food system contains hidden ingredients, with labeling often absent in restaurants. Market forces alone are insufficient, as some insect-based products are now cheap and popular. Collective endurance and personal action are required. Cook at home using known, raw ingredients to ensure purity. Unity and sustained refusal to buy harmful products can change industry practices. Historical movements succeeded through shared sacrifice and will. Your health and autonomy depend on what you choose to consume. "To digest such matter, we would need a special enzyme which we do not have." "The best food for our health is no-label food." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bring back the good things to India

The churning of the ocean reveals the essence of practice. Ayurveda and yoga are inseparable sister sciences, originating from the divine knowledge revealed when the nectar of immortality was sought. The story explains the emergence of Dhanvantari and the foundation of the Kumbha Mela. True practice integrates this ancient wisdom into daily life through self-observation, discipline, and cultivating social health. The ultimate aim is Anuṣṭhāna—a meticulous inner journey into solitude and truth, free from distraction and comparison. One must maintain a clear aim amidst life's distractions, as the inner self knows everything. Practice transforms the individual, which in turn transforms the surrounding atmosphere. "Your body is a book which must be read daily." "Anuṣṭhāna means we see ourself. It is the subject of ourself, nobody else." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Ragas and basics of Ayurveda

Unity and sacred knowledge converge in Om, the elements, and the Self. Disciples gather as a family in ashrams across many countries, working and praying. The sound Om marks the universe’s inception. Dialectal shifts transform Rāma into Rām, Rāmā, or Rāmaṇ. Christian prayers conclude with Amen, Islamic with Amīn, both unconscious echoes of Om. The five elements—Bhūmi (earth), Ākāśa (space), Vāyu (air), Agni (fire), Nīra (water)—constitute all beings. These elements are Bhagavān, the ultimate reality. Āyurveda condenses them into three doṣas: Vāta, Pitta, Kapha. Nāḍī Parīkṣā reads the radial pulse to identify the present doṣa and guide return to the natal state. The caduceus symbol of two serpents represents Iḍā and Piṅgalā, the Kuṇḍalinī. A mālā holds 108 beads, derived from twelve months multiplied by nine planets. The body’s 72,000 nāḍīs intersect at 108 marma points. Pressing the marma on the upper lip can relieve high blood pressure. This knowledge leads to Ātmā Gyān, realizing the Self as the elements, as Bhagavān. "In Christianity we have Amen, and the Muslims say Amīn. Same difference." "The ultimate force, the ultimate reality, the ultimate source in Āyurveda and yoga and all Indian traditional science is Bhagavān." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Space of Practice

Find your two square meters for life and death. Relax completely, aware of your body and breath. Practice āsanas to release tension and correct posture. Understand that yoga adapts to time and space, requiring guidance. Correct kyphosis to free shoulder movement. Maintain head alignment to avoid muscle strain. Practice rotation in āsanas with stretching, not force. Stimulate organs through lateral stretches and breath control. Use breath retention to influence circulation and prāṇa. Conclude by observing the effects on body, breath, and mind. "Be aware of the hole in which you are now, and be aware of the position of your body in this hole." "If you have a big kidney stone, do not practice this āsana, because it makes activation of the kidneys, and in that case, the kidney stone starts to move." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Incarnation for Dharma

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.

When I was a child

The path requires personal action and grace, not mere waiting. We strive to connect and become better, yet many wait for life to happen. True progress comes from engaging actively. A personal history illustrates this: a father's astrological prediction, a mother's concern, and encounters with spiritual guides led to a decisive journey. Running from school and meeting a teacher clarified the path. An invitation to teach yoga abroad began with a refusal to eat meat, establishing principles that attracted many. This work expanded across countries, forming communities and ashrams through consistent action and adherence to truth. The key is to take life into your own hands; sitting in a waiting room yields nothing. Engage in karma yoga, participate, and give of yourself. Through active doing, destiny unfolds. "My father said, 'This child has a high IQ.'" "If you want to learn math, you can't sit and talk, 'Math, please come to me.' You must take life in your own hands." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan singing from Strilky

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.

A Gentle Yoga Practice

A guided yoga practice focusing on breath, alignment, and awareness. Begin by relaxing completely on the floor, connecting breath to movement. Practice Pavanamuktāsana on your back for digestion, then in a standing position for balance and focus. Maintain spinal alignment and initiate movements from the hip joints. Be aware of your pelvis and avoid locking the knees. Standing poses like Ekapāda Uttānāsana strengthen the legs and improve concentration. Practice with a firm surface for better balance. Āsanas like Bhujaṅgāsana require elbows close to the body to protect the shoulders. Deep, abdominal breathing cleans the inner channels, allowing prāṇa to flow. The practice generates warmth, deepens circulation, and integrates body and mind through conscious movement and breath control. "Pavanamuktāsana is excellent for digestion." "When we start to breathe a little deeper, we immediately have more energy and less tension." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A human should not kill

The heart of yoga is its universal application in daily life. This practice originated from a profound spiritual source and has spread globally. It is not confined to any single place or people. The essence is found within the human heart. The practice transcends all boundaries of nationality or religion. Its purpose is to elevate human consciousness. A true human, understanding this, abstains from harm and lives a pure life. The culmination of this path is spiritual ascent. "yoga in daily life. That was everything, spreading throughout Europe, everywhere." "Bhajan is very good. Mahāprabhujī said, 'Best is the bhajans.'"

Gentle Supine Movements for Relaxation

Gentle supine movements release tension and aid digestion. Lie down and relax your legs and arms. Bring your legs together. Bend one knee to your chest and hold it while stretching the other leg. Bring that knee across your body with the opposite hand, extending the other arm to the side. Repeat on the other side, turning your head opposite the knee. Roll gently from side to side. Allow your thighs to separate slightly to accommodate the belly. Move slowly and with awareness. "Stretch your left leg away from the midline, as you like, because you were eating too much." "Let your thighs depart from each other a little bit because of the eating, because of the eating and belly."

Practicing from Strilky

The practice is guided relaxation and synchronized movement. Lie down and make yourself very comfortable. Keep legs together, arms beside your body, palms facing upward. Remove pillows and glasses; lengthen the neck, draw the chin slightly toward the collarbone. Stabilize the lower back, pressing it gently toward the mat. Take a deep, long breath between throat and belly, then exhale completely. Only move when instructed; do not go on your own. With inhalation, slowly raise both arms overhead, keeping them at shoulder width. Hands remain relaxed, not interlocking thumbs or fingers. Head stays still, eyes not looking at neighbors. With exhalation, lower the arms back beside the body. Repeat this movement continuously with normal breath, no holding. Then, place arms beside the body, palms facing down. Inhale deeply, lift both legs up, knees straight, heels pointing upward. Place hands under the hips for support, lower legs slowly without noise. Relax completely, turning onto the stomach if comfortable. Finally, sit for meditation, placing palms up or down as preferred. “Only mantra, bhajan, and sitting—only these three points.” “Do not shorten your breath; make it comfortable, long, and relaxed.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The love between Guru and disciple

Sādhanā brings our inner impurities to the surface for cleansing. This process reveals our faults like jealousy and anger, but practitioners possess the awareness and discernment to address them. Ego can be used positively as necessary willpower. We are not sinners but the divine ātmā. The Guru appears in a human form but holds an inner, priceless difference: a boundless, transformative love for the disciple that is unparalleled. This love is a guiding light, teaching us to fully dedicate our own life and being. "Use your viveka, your jñāna." "The Guru has more love than God." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practicing led by Vishwaguruji

A relaxing movement practice for the body. Lie down with legs straight and together, hands straight back. Remain relaxed and do not adjust clothing. Bring both legs straight up, then down, keeping the body still. Place palms under shoulders, bend elbows, and raise the trunk before lowering again. Raise both arms and legs together while inhaling deeply. Interlock the thumbs and hold the feet behind the back, then rock forward and back. Practice stillness and maintain straight legs. Conclude by sitting up normally and relaxing. "Relax. Be very relaxed." "Inhale very deeply and stay as long as you can." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan evening in the Strilky Ashram

The bhajan of the caged bird reflects the soul's entrapment in karmas and qualities. A bird confined in a cave endures great suffering, crying out with pain no one comprehends. This symbolizes the soul still bound. Pain is part of life, yet one day abiding in Sat Chit Ananda is certain. The bird, placed in a cage, lives a life no longer its own. Observers see beauty, but the existence is harsh. Never confine a creature; compassion means letting it remain free. The bhajan conveys unbearable suffering. How to open the cage? Humans are similarly caged, dispersed everywhere yet believing themselves at ease. Preoccupation with money and possessions conceals the inner cage. The bird, if free, would stand in a tree, questioning its placement by God. Another bhajan speaks of a girl locked in a cage for countless lifetimes, seeking her beloved husband. Without shame, she lived as a child unable to walk, unable to find the beloved. Eventually, she found the divine beloved and dissolved into the immortal, unborn one. Through bhajan, liberation is attained. "The bird is held within, and its life is no longer its own." "We too are inside a cage. What is that cage?" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Practice with Vishwaguruji

A relaxing practice in Ānanda Āsana involves simple lying and seated postures. The core instruction is to relax the entire body completely, from the head to the legs. Physical movements are coordinated with breath, focusing on slow inhalation and exhalation. The practice emphasizes letting go and allowing the body to settle without force. Guidance is given for positioning the hands and legs to deepen relaxation. The ultimate goal is to achieve a state of full bodily and mental release. Consistency in gentle effort leads to profound ease. "Relax. Throughout the whole, it is very relaxed." "Inhale with the mouth, and exhale with the mouth... Relax through the mouth, whole body."

Bhajans evening from the Strilky Ashram

A fine shawl, a sacred motherland, a coach of the body, and a two-day meeting. A bhajan says the body is a fine shawl dyed with God's name, woven on eight lotus chakras; saints keep it spotless. Mother India is like sandalwood, a land of penance and sacred duty. Dawn blows the conch, dusk sings a lullaby, and fortune is shaped by actions. Poets sing sacrifices, wisdom is pure as Ganga, soldiers chant Gita, goal is God-realization. The body is a coach pulled by ten horses, the ten shaktis, controlled by mind and intellect. Knowledge is light; the Atma sits inside with discernment. Five thieves—desire, anger, pride, greed, ego—seized the coach, made horses lose way. Gurudeva's arrow-word made them flee. In the coach are solar systems, five karmendriyas, five jnanendriyas, brahmanas. Through holy worship, joy is enjoyed in this body. Life is a two-day meeting: yesterday, today; tomorrow unknown. It is a play of coming and going; alone we came, are alone, go alone. Only karma, mantra, Gurudeva's light guide. Life flows like unholdable water; at end, no one helps. Meditate on God; dharma, dhairya, mitra, artha must be proved at right time. “The soul of this country, Bhārata, is like chandan, like sandalwood.” “The only thing that will go with us is our karma, our deeds. The power of the mantra and the light of Gurudeva—this will guide us.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Blessed moments with Holy Guruji

The guru's presence is a transformative teaching beyond words. I met Gurujī but did not know Hindi, creating a perceived barrier. Yet, his storytelling was a profound lesson; he fully embodied each character, making them instantly known. That moment taught me the power of non-verbal communication—how body, voice, and movement express inner states and can change our inner world. Every action was a teaching; singing a bhajan, he transformed the atmosphere with immense energy. Being with him was full of that strong energy and love; language was unnecessary. Great souls possess tremendous humor and love that transforms. To be near such energy requires strong nerves and preparation through sādhanā, or one may fall asleep from the intensity. Though Gurujī is no longer physically here, he is present in every satsaṅg and bhajan. Through the bhajans, which are rare and preserved from the paramparā, the guru is with us. We owe the opportunity to know this lineage and these bhajans to Viśva Gurujī. "Gurujī became every actor, every person in that story." "Language was never a problem; there was no need to talk." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Happiness in the family

The surgery of the heart mirrors the spiritual path: the ego must die for true devotion to arise. The ego broadcasts greatness, but a scar cuts through that illusion. Hanumān tore his chest to reveal Rāma and Sītā, silencing all doubt about bhakti. Heart surgery kills and revives the body; Scripture says one must die to be born again. That death means killing the ego, not the body. Bridging ordinary life and Guru consciousness remains difficult. Family remains pure when centered on dharma. A child’s arrival can increase love, yet worldly distractions pull attention away. Money and materialism breed negativity. Holy books hold pure wisdom, yet many leave them unread. In the Rāmāyaṇa, Rāma humbled himself before Paraśurāma, choosing wisdom over conflict, and received blessing. Daily, one must examine thoughts, sit in stillness, practice purity. Children learn by example; without guidance they drift. Prayer and simplicity anchor the mind. The inner state determines outer harmony. "As you know, He, with His strong hands, opened His chest, and in His heart everybody could see a small Rāma and a small Sītā." "in the Bible, it is written in very small, invisible letters that this means killing our ego." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Remain pure

Spiritual purity is essential in family life. Trees give pure air, revealing God’s creation. Killing and eating animals brings impurity and trouble. Indians abroad brought culture, but meat-eating now corrupts it. You must be strong and raise children with care. Children not raised well will not stand firm when problems grow. Fighting will come, yet endurance leads to purity and God. Others will fall. Concern yourself, your children, your friends. Look at the sky—pure beauty; even clouds depend on perception. Keep the mind detached from the body. A drop of water on the palm spreads through the body with mantra. Be pure and vibrant with everyone. Earth and grass endure without complaint; learn from them. In family, husband gives all earnings to wife; she manages home and uplifts him. If spiritual calling arises, husband and wife should go together. “But if you have not done so, and if the problem grows a little bigger, then your children will not stand firm.” “There will be fighting. But after all of this, we will become very pure, and we will go to God, while others will go down.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Give up eating meat completely!

The only shortcut on the spiritual path is the guru’s grace, but it requires sustained discipline and compassionate living. Intensive practice trains the mind to stay on its object, like a well-trained dog that remains when told. After years, sitting becomes easy and joyful. The atmosphere in such practice is palpable, like a church amplified a thousandfold. Daily practice must be established at home. Vegetarianism is essential; eating meat burdens body and mind. Animals share consciousness with humans, as shown by parrots solving color tests and sheep remembering mazes. Becoming vegetarian changes one’s perspective and is necessary for growth. Spiritual seeking without true guidance is perilous; advanced techniques misapplied can awaken dangerous energies. The guru personally supervises advanced practices, ensuring safety. Shortcuts are illusions; an attempt to use them can halt all progress. The guru’s mercy is the only reliable shortcut. The bhajan reveals Mahāprabhujī’s light vibrating throughout the universe, a rain of blessings that liberates. Recitation of mantra removes difficulties. The glory of Mahāprabhujī cannot be fully expressed. "There are no spiritual shortcuts. The only shortcut is the mercy of the Gurū Deva." "Consciousness is not a function of the body, and it also implies that animals possess that same consciousness." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Do not eat eggs!

The path requires purity in diet and action, avoiding all animal products for health and spiritual integrity. Those who abstain from meat, eggs, and alcohol remain healthy and strong. Eating eggs causes illness and leads to hospital visits. The idea to eat mussels comes from a negative source. Do not pursue such things for money. Practice yoga in daily life; this teaching is universal for all. Family unity is essential, with both parents present for the child. When feeling heavy, stand up, go out, use cold water, and repeat. This practice brings clarity. "Eggs, they sing, but I can tell you, it will cause many problems, and you die." "Life without Vishwagurujī is like a day without sun, like a night without moon, and like a temple without a candle." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Gurupurnima satsang from Strilky Ashram

Disciples share memories of encountering the spiritual master and the transformative power of the practice. Each journey is unique, yet all converge at the master's feet, finding life's purpose and profound personal change. Many came seeking answers to life's meaning, liberation from suffering, or spiritual leadership they felt missing. Encounters with the master were often immediate and decisive, marked by a powerful recognition or a deep inner shift. For some, this meeting resolved long-standing physical pain or existential discontent. The initiation into mantra repetition became a cornerstone of daily life, providing a constant connection. The practice offered a complete framework for living, replacing confusion with sense. Disciples emphasize they did not choose the master, but were found by him. The community is likened to a garden of diverse flowers, each individual nurtured differently according to their own nature. The enduring relationship is described as a protective guidance, with the master's love and patience enabling personal growth and resilience through all of life's phases. "It was not that we were looking for a guru, but that the guru would find us by himself." "The guru is not limited, unless he is limited by his disciple." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We can bring Yoga back to India

A teacher addresses long-time disciples about spiritual continuity and practice. Generations of families have followed this path. The work is to share spiritual gifts with all, including those who have passed on or cannot be present. The core instruction is to practice yoga in daily life. To be a great yogī, one must not consume meat, eggs, or alcohol. There is a mission to bring pure yoga back to its source, re-establishing divine principles. Concerning family life, having a child is a profound, lifelong responsibility that creates a golden being to care for aging parents; without this conscious intent, it is better not to marry. The ideal is harmonious, faithful marriages where children continue the spiritual journey, creating a blessed multi-generational lineage of disciples. "Everywhere where you are, practice yoga in daily life." "Only that one who doesn't eat meat, eggs, and alcohol—then you are really a great yogī." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Live pure life and be happy

Unity is found through purity and practical spirituality. We are all brothers and sisters, and also gurus and masters. Many swamis are here, but all are swamis. Mātājī has great power, doing spiritual work across countries. Purity means no meat, no alcohol. Some have been eating meat; from today, stop. Strength is given through prayer to never take meat again. In India, meat-eating had increased but is being reduced. More children are encouraged, but good ones. Marriages must be arranged with careful judgment, using special books, not just for temporary attraction. A happily married pair here shows how lasting union can be achieved. Yoga practice requires internal purity. A young Mahāmaṇḍaleśvar, always pure and doing good, shows that inner quality matters more than outer form. Bhajan is a highly beneficial practice, uniting all in shared singing. When bhajan is sung, divine energy flows to guru, parents, and children. Those from far away cherish direct presence, which no screen can replace. “We are all brothers and sisters, and we are also gurus and masters.” “It doesn’t matter if you are a swami or not; you can wear normal clothes, but be like a Mahāmaṇḍaleśvar.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Always we should know that we are human

The human originates from Śiva, who is seated within. From the one came two—the masculine and feminine principles—and from this, all real humans are to arise. The human duty is to ascend toward light, not descend into animal forms through negative actions like killing. All beings come from this human origin. Killing, especially of animals, causes one to fall back into lower births. Purity means not killing anything. Even accidental harm requires prayer for forgiveness. A vegan practice is best. All religions ultimately lead to the same God. The essential practice is to remember "I am human," honor the Earth as mother, and connect with the purifying element of water. "Not from a mother, not from a father, I simply am." "Purity—purity is not to kill someone. It doesn’t matter what it is." Filming location: Bratislava, Slovakia

A New World Begins

A new dawn for humanity is here, set in motion for the whole world. Write something new every day with these new words. A verse has come, and the children will bring the new. You have done this work, and it is now placed within everyone. Become human again. Before sleep, tell yourself a new life comes. This good world is for all. Purity, health, and good will return. Tell all people. The new world comes slowly. Your country will be in peace. Make it in your heart and brain. Come back to your country and village. Practice yoga for a pure house, without meat or alcohol. Live healthy. What comes from elsewhere is not good. Return to local, good food and water. Remain in your country. Go to your temple. Give children good food. Be human with pure qualities. All gods are good and are with us inside. In your country, first purify it. Every morning upon waking, say "I am human." Then acknowledge Mother Earth before stepping down. See the power in a drop of water. See the whole world. Ask for purity and help others—humans, animals, birds. See life in all. You are human; therefore, have no problems and help others. "Open your eyes: I am human. Only this one word." "Tell yourself in your mind: 'New life, a new life comes.'" Filming location: Gymnazium Viliama Paulinyho, Martin, Slovakia