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The importance of healthy food
The key to sādhana begins with worship and humility toward the Gurudeva.The body is a complete creation, divided into four interdependent parts: the head as Brahmin, the arms as Kṣatriya, the trunk as Vaiśya providing nourishment, and the legs as Śūdra. This unity illustrates that no part … read more »
Meditation from Alexandria
Evening satsang.Meditation, Alexandria, USA.
Chakras and Awakening
Our subject is Kuṇḍalinī and cakras, the science of body, mind, and soul.First, arrange your space and bring your hands together at the heart, feeling the energy flow. This energy is your own divinity. Kuṇḍalinī awakening is not a physical movement but an awakening in clarity and joy. … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
All souls are in the bed of the lion.Whoever has the right to be a leader or a sage must help other beings; otherwise it becomes a fault. A devotee should not have hatred. The four things of Kāma, Krodha, Madha, and Lobha, if … read more »
Bhajans from Khatu
The supreme fortune is attaining the company of truth.You have come to this earth for spiritual endeavor, not for worldly gossip. The Guru is the embodiment of peace; establish your focus and discipline. The root of worship is at the Guru's feet, and the … read more »
How is the real kundalini in you functioning?
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Alexandria, USA.First, you should know that you want to practice yoga and what yoga is. Yoga needs discipline. You should prepare yourself for yoga practicing. We shouldn't do anything against nature. Chakras give different sounds/mantras in different … read more »
Morning Satsang from Buford
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Buford, USA.
Life is one
Life is eternal, and the science of chakras reveals our fundamental oneness.Life is endless. The physical body is a temporary layer, like a garment changed, but the life within does not die. The true self is layered like an onion; peeling back the layers reveals the essential … read more »
Practice with trust
We have lost our roots and connection to place, family, and nature, which drains our energy.Modern life severs us from our homes and ancestral lands. Commercial destruction, like replacing rainforests with water-consuming eucalyptus, kills creatures and disrupts natural harmony. Animals, from monkeys to ants, demonstrate innate familial love and greeting rituals … read more »
The Light of Oneness: A Discourse on Dīpāvalī
The light itself is Brahman, the single reality within all.From one heart to another, ignite this awareness. Every entity is a light of that supreme one; duality is an illusion. Self-realization means the absence of negative thoughts, habits, and duality, aligning with the perpetual divine … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
The Guru lineage and sacred geography connect us to a timeless tradition.The company of saints and the story of God are unique in this world, unlike worldly attainments which even a sinful person can obtain. The soul is immortal and maintains connections across time. This lineage flows … read more »
Meditation from Kapiti Coast
Meditation with Vishwaguruji, Kapiti Coast, New Zealand.
Come to the path of the Masters
The awakening of inner potential is the aim of human life, achieved through a pure spiritual science.This path awakens the cosmic energy within, known as the Kuṇḍalinī, which resides in the body's energy centers, the chakras. Of the thousands of chakras, eight are primary, with five governing earthly existence and three for … read more »
The origin of Yoga in Daily Life
Our spiritual lineage originates from the Himalayas and the glaciers of Ālagpurījī.This lineage descends from the Satyuga through masters like Devapurījī and Mahāprabhujī. The poet Kālidāsa wrote the Meghadūta, describing telepathic communication, reflecting ancient siddhis now mirrored by modern science. Scriptures tell of the sage Vālmīki, who … read more »
Do not kill
The light of the Supreme Self illuminates all.The Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is a practice from the tradition involving 64 kriyās. All action is kriyā. The human instrument possesses five senses of knowledge and five of action. These senses provide information from the world. Every … read more »
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
Welcome to the ashram, a place for spiritual practice and international community.This castle ashram, donated by a devotee, is a historic site with a beautiful atmosphere. Practitioners from across the world gather here with the shared aim of Yoga in Daily Life, for the harmony of body, … read more »
Meditation from Strilky
Meditation is the practice of turning inward within a supportive natural environment.Close your eyes, hold your mala, and repeat your personal mantra. Sit straight and relax the entire body. Bring awareness to the natural breath, feeling the pure air. Remember the past week of practice and the … read more »
Tratak and Tilak
Trāṭak is concentration through gazing.Tilak is a mark of spiritual balance and wisdom. Trāṭak involves fixing the gaze on a single point, such as a candle flame, a dot, or the new moon. This practice develops concentration and inner clarity. … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
The Awakening of Inner Powers: Yoga in Daily Life
Yoga reveals the hidden powers within through five sheaths of human existence.The first is the physical body of nourishment, which is foundational. The second is the vital energy sheath, fueled by proper sustenance and diminished by substances like alcohol. The third is the mental sheath, possessing immense … read more »
We are the cause of Mahapralaya
Chant mantras for protection and purity.The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra safeguards you, especially while driving. Another mantra purifies the heart like a lotus opening at dawn. Regular recitation acts as an ointment for inner vision. Human actions are causing environmental destruction leading towards … read more »
Negative thoughts can destroy everything
The wisdom of Patañjali provides the foundation for Haṭha Yoga.Patañjali systematized yoga, teaching Aṣṭā ga Yoga to make the path simple. His core principle is "Ahiṃsā paramodharma," meaning non-violence is the highest duty. The ṛṣis of ancient times performed tapasyā in the forest, free from … read more »
Fire is God
The subject is the many forms of fire, from physical to spiritual.The fire for cooking is sacred, belonging to Annapūrṇā, the goddess of nourishment. The kitchen is her temple, requiring purity in thought and action. Respect the seeds of food, which are life. Another fire is within … read more »
Birds are feeling where their nest is
The practice of Śa khaprakṣālana requires proper guidance.This Haṭha Yoga technique cleanses the internal system, mimicking the conch's shape and the elephant's action of Kuñjalakriyā. Mastery is essential, as incorrect practice from mere imitation can cause harm. Not everyone is suitable; those with … read more »
Advice for good health
Haṭha Yoga is the inner purification of the body through natural wisdom and technique.Astrological predictions are secondary to life's inherent function. Humans support each other, as in older communities where goods and services were shared. Modern systems of employment and commerce continue this interdependence. Nature provides all necessary remedies, … read more »
See God in your heart
Haṭha Yoga is a living path encompassing the body's subtle energies and the soul's journey.The human body contains the entire Sanskrit alphabet as divine letters within its chakras. These fifty-two centers are part of Kuṇḍalinī Yoga, connecting the five sheaths from the physical to the blissful. Every element of creation … read more »
Strength of the Hatha Yogi
Haṭha Yoga is a path of determined will leading to divine union beyond the physical body.It begins with worldly forms of willfulness: a child's insistence, a woman's resolve, and a ruler's command. The yogi's will, however, transcends desire and fear, seeking nothing, as illustrated by a yogi who refused Lord Śiva's … read more »
Wisdom of the Holy Scriptures
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Many many Masters knew the past and present and wrote numerous books and scriptures. Some books were destroyed, but light can't be destroyed. Knowledge awakening within us is Guru Vidya. Our brain is slowly becoming sleepy … read more »
Practise and live disciplined
Discipline is the foundation of genuine yoga practice.Without it, even decades of practice lead nowhere. The world offers two paths: the rare life of total renunciation and the integrated life of a householder. The latter is recommended, where one lives fully in the … read more »
Evening Satsang from Strilky
Human life is a rare opportunity for spiritual progress.This retreat offers time for purification through yoga practice. Spirituality is one essence, though cultures differ. God is understood both with form and as formless space; both are valid. Human birth allows experience and relationship. The … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
Morning satsang
The Responsibility and Path of a Yoga Teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life System
A yoga teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life system carries a profound responsibility distinct from physical fitness instruction.The role is to be a selfless channel for spiritual guidance, not a proprietor of knowledge. Adherence to the specific, gradual levels of the system is essential for safe and effective teaching; one must not alter … read more »
Guru Purnima Satsang with Vishwaguruji
Bhajans are a vital spiritual practice that transforms energy and preserves knowledge.They are distinct from emotional kirtan, often structured as a dialogue containing the wisdom of sages. Poetry is the language of the wise, encapsulating truth. Singing activates the vagus nerve and requires an open heart center. … read more »
Celebration of Vishwaguruji's Birthday
Today is a day of grace and celebration, marking a confluence of sacred occasions.Being with the Guru is the most important thing for a disciple. His presence on this earth opened our eyes to divine knowledge. In his presence, we change our quality, like a tree near sandalwood takes … read more »
There is life in every creature
Glory is an expression of respect and victory for all that is good, returning to the giver.It is simple and great. Proclaiming "Jaya" honors masters and divinity, creating happiness. This respect transcends time, as seen with figures from millennia past. Giving glory uplifts others, as a kind word can save a soul … read more »
The Serpent's Blessing: A Story of Kuṇḍalinī
The path of Kuṇḍalinī is systematic, like climbing a building step by step.Each person possesses a vast inner kingdom with levels to traverse. Awakening this energy is not simple. Many seek it out of curiosity, but without true mastery it becomes a dangerous business. A story tells of … read more »
Knowledge is always good
All knowledge is valuable, and the true battle is within.Study diverse scriptures and learn from all traditions. Prohibitions against learning from others create division. In this age, many rules are merely symbolic. The essence is to seek wisdom, not to claim superiority. Reading holy books … read more »
Worldly joy is just an illusion
The essence of spiritual longing is the heart's suffering for the Divine.This viraha is not negative but a profound belonging to God and the Guru. Worldly pleasures are a poisonous mirage of ego and pride, ultimately unreal and unattainable. The joy they promise is less than the … read more »
You are king of your senses
Relax completely from head to toe, releasing all thoughts.After morning spiritual practices, one remains relaxed despite activity. Feel the fresh air and the presence of the trees. Be with Mother Nature to recharge. See the vision of the park with closed eyes. Sit up … read more »
Satsang has a divine vibration because of singing bhajans
Devotion opens the heart to divine presence.The pure being has five sheaths, from the physical to the bliss body. The saint's heart is a blooming lotus of divine vibration, while a negative heart withers. Sanātana Dharma is the eternal duty to protect … read more »
Different aspect of discipline
The kingdom of the self is within.Life is a journey of attention from the cradle to the grave, guided by the spine. A disciplined life protects this inner kingdom. True family begins when a couple's love transcends physical attraction and becomes a … read more »
Kapalabhati pranayama
Yoga in daily life transforms existence on this earth.The Gurudeva's protection and the divine personal mantra are essential; all other practices are empty without this connection. The path requires endurance and a guide, for it is narrow and filled with temptations. Progress is made … read more »
Wisdom and bhakti of the saints are in the Bhajans
The ashram lives through the gathered devotees and the guidance of the master.We gather for retreat and sādhanā, utilizing this precious time. The mind must surrender its own will to consciousness. The master reveals the secret of the ātmā, the source of indescribable happiness beyond worldly pleasure. To … read more »
Webcast from Gyor
This gathering celebrates forty years of Yoga in Daily Life in Hungary, alongside anniversaries of Indian-Hungarian diplomacy and Mahatma Gandhi's birth.The conference promotes world peace through tolerance, respect, and understanding between cultures. The system's dissemination has fostered public health and spiritual well-being in Hungary over decades, with seminars making the country a second home for many … read more »
Webcast from Gyor
This gathering celebrates anniversaries of spiritual work, diplomatic ties, and the enduring legacy of Mahatma Gandhi.The event honors forty years of a yoga system's presence, seventy years of diplomatic relations, and the 150th birth anniversary of Gandhi. His philosophy of non-violence, or Ahimsa, is presented as a core, timeless virtue, not … read more »
Live natural life
The nature of healing contrasts natural vitality with chemical intervention.The body is natural, while chemical medicines, though derived from earth, have altered qualities that mostly make it ill. They are vital for emergencies, yet their prolonged use destroys organs. Āyurveda is life, as body and … read more »
Intellectual knowledge does not make you wise
The power of mantra and the subtle body is revealed through sound and internal energy.Chanting mantra affects body, mind, and soul. The essence is universal despite language. Concentration on the chakras brings strength, knowledge, and balance. The body is a balloon of energy containing thousands of chakras. Every cell and … read more »
We should clean all of our bodies
Evening satsang from Yoga Summer retreat in Vep, Hungary.We can go forward in our spiritual way step by step with the blessing of a master. Time to time we have to clean all of our koshas. Our body is our dress. Sometimes chakras are … read more »
How could we live a happy life
Morning satsang from Yoga Summer Retreat from Vep, Hungary.Logo and uniform are important. Our colour is a golden, colour of Ganesha and Krishna too. Yoga practising and meditation will change the new generation in the world. The wold needs to love no war. Mantras … read more »
How to practise Pranayama correctly
Prāṇāyāma requires balancing the Iḍā and Pi galā nāḍīs.Incorrect practice blocks the breath flow and disrupts this balance. The Ājñā Chakra between the eyebrows must be stabilized. Practice must be systematic and consider the practitioner's condition, avoiding certain postures for those with health issues. … read more »