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Give up your attachment
The mind must abandon its dispassion and false imagination to be shown the Ātmā.A child is attached to toys, crying if they are taken. As a teenager, one seeks other toys, with jealousy and anger growing stronger. People become attached to relationships, claiming they will die if a partner … read more »
Demonstration of relaxation
The Ānanda Āsana posture recharges the body with cosmic energy.This practice is for everyone, offering comfort and bliss. By resting the organs, muscles, nerves, and joints, life force flows in, pushing out tiredness and negativity. One can practice this relaxation seated or lying down. Close … read more »
Love unites, hate divides. Man can reach God realisation, he/she has these abilities. Tons of theory
Yoga must be life itself, not merely exercise.This living path flows from a spiritual lineage, a blessing that is real and effective. Humans possess dangerous potential, yet spiritual guidance functions as an inner restraint, a knowing of right and wrong. The universal human … read more »
To be a sanyasi is the highest aim in the life
You may call yourselves pilots, but you have no certificate to fly.You can imagine you are, but you are not. A crow sat atop a temple during prayers, believing the devotion was for him. When a noise frightened him away, he saw the prayers continued without him; … read more »
Reality of life. Change yourself first!
The mystery of life is beyond physical health and requires a balanced, open approach to well-being.Good health is essential but not the ultimate aim. Modern medicine and yoga are complementary wings for healing; neither system can cure all things for all people. We must avoid narrow judgments of any health system—allopathy, … read more »
God Shiva. You are not poor, you are the richest.
The story explains why the world is mortal and the futility of seeking external approval.Śiva wears a garland of skulls from Pārvatī's past lives, which saddens her. She demands the secret of immortality. Śiva explains revealing it violates cosmic law, as this is a mortal world of cycles. He reluctantly … read more »
20 years of Yoga in Daily Life in Slovenia
The Yoga in Daily Life system is a comprehensive science for holistic well-being and spiritual realization.This system, originating from Indian sages, was introduced to Slovenia following a pivotal meeting. It encompasses practices for physical, mental, and social health, aiming for environmental protection, world peace, and interfaith harmony. The teachings are now … read more »
The Light of Yoga in Slovenia
Yoga is a science for physical, mental, and spiritual health.It was brought to Slovenia two decades ago, kindling a light that has since spread nationwide. This system, Yoga in Daily Life, is ancient wisdom adapted for modern times, aiming for holistic well-being, environmental protection, and … read more »
In the dream of awakening
Life is a dream from birth to death; awakening reveals its meaning.The journey moves through places where awakened beings lived, their presence still felt. Seekers gather, drawn by the light of consciousness embodied in the teacher. Liberation comes from overcoming ignorance and realizing the true self. The … read more »
A Prayer for the Immortal Soul
Destiny is a mysterious and inescapable force.Humans cannot know the past or future, for such knowledge would bring unbearable tension. What unfolds is a play of fate, created individually yet often unavoidable. The story of Oedipus illustrates how one may try to … read more »
The Principles and Power of Sādhanā
Sādhanā requires perfect technique and discipline, following principles like a car needing correct fuel.This human system requires spiritual nourishment. The Maṇipūra Chakra is central; the body's manifestation begins there, and it is where the soul enters and prāṇa and apāna unite. It houses the hara-śakti, the life force governing … read more »
The Power of Faith, Surrender, and Satsaṅg
Faith, surrender, and satsa g are the pillars of spiritual success.A divine source fulfills the positive resolve of devotees and masters. One must not stop or change course amidst life's difficulties, or a precious opportunity is lost. Human life is a rare and powerful tool for … read more »
Spirituality in daily life
Spirituality is the purity of our inner self, obscured by three obstacles.Mala is impurity in action and thought, like dust on a mirror. Mental pollution, often from money, leads to harmful deeds. Vikṣepa are disturbances—worries and waves of thought that hide our calm core. Reducing external stimuli … read more »
Healing powers within the body
The body possesses innate healing energy through immunity and chakra points connected to nerves.Activate this energy by massaging with pure oils and brushing the skin to stimulate chakras. For direct healing, awaken the energy in your palms through specific hand positions and willpower, then apply them to areas of … read more »
The Earth of Sandalwood
The earth and people of this land are sacred, infused with divine presence.Every child embodies the divine, and life's ideal is seeing every place as the abode of the Supreme. Your true nature is the cosmic Self, resting in the lap of the infinite. You have a universal … read more »
The Soil of Sandalwood
The soil of this land is sandalwood.Every village is a land of penance. Every child is a divine statue. This body is a temple. Meditation is spiritual nourishment for a healthier, happier life and to know thyself. The Vedas are ancient wisdom. … read more »
Kundalini shakti
The human system is mapped by 72,000 nāḍīs, fine channels for cosmic energy called Kuṇḍalinī Śakti.Each energy entry point is a chakra, akin to a reflex zone. Three primary nāḍīs are essential: Iḍā (mind, moon), Pi galā (intellect, sun), and Suṣumṇā (consciousness). Consciousness oscillates between waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Practice … read more »
To be there
The difference between observing truth and immersing yourself in it is the difference between knowledge and realization.You can see pictures and hear stories of the Ga gā, but to dive in and feel the water is different. That is the difference between hearing a lecture and practicing the reality. To develop spiritually, … read more »
Prana and Pranayama
Prāṇa is the universal life force, not merely breath but the essence animating all existence.Living beings are defined by possessing prāṇa. Human life is guided by fundamental inquiries into identity and purpose, leading to conscious living. Right nourishment is governed by principles of diet, environment, conduct, and thought. Āyurveda provides … read more »
Improve your imunity system
Yoga can cure many diseases, but not infectious bacterial ones; for those, climate and specific nourishment are needed.Bacteria are everywhere, but a strong immune system prevents them from multiplying. Yoga practices strengthen immunity. Allergies indicate weak immunity, addressed through daily purification like neti and the six cleansing techniques. Modern nourishment, full of chemicals … read more »
The Path of Kindness and the Flow of Giving
The foundation of dharma is kindness cultivated through non-violence and seeing oneself in others.True giving opens all blocks, allowing energy to flow for spiritual progress. Karmic accumulation begins with individuality and requires daily purification through prayer and meditation. Helping others in any form is essential service. "Do not do … read more »
Svadhisthan chakra, Ljubljana
The journey of consciousness begins with the sound Oṁ, the universal resonance connecting the limited self to the limitless cosmic consciousness.This individual self travels through the universe, born on this planet of karma to develop and return to its source. The human form, endowed with intellect, is a unique opportunity among 8.4 million creatures to realize … read more »
Kundalini, prana, nadis and chakras
The nature of chakras, prāṇa, and inner purification is explained.Chakras are dynamos that can be less active, not blocked. Activation requires inner purification. The body has automatic systems powered by prāṇa, the life force. Prāṇa is inhaled; apāna exhales waste. This breath is one long … read more »
Instructions for the yoga teachers
Guidelines for yoga teachers are established.Arrive 15 minutes early; helpers 20 minutes early. No incense or candles in rooms for beginners; one small candle is permissible only if wax doesn't spill. No altar or pictures until a student reaches the fifth … read more »
Atma Chintan, Atma Anubhuti and Atma Bodha
Vedānta is the essence of the Vedas, distilled into the Upaniṣads and texts like the Bhagavad Gītā.The core practice is Ātmā Cintan: affirming "I am the Ātmā," not the body, senses, or mind. This begins the process of detaching from all identifications. The next stage is Ātmanubhūti, a direct experience of the … read more »
Activities of Yoga in Daily Life
The work extends beyond yoga practice to encompass education, healthcare, and cultural preservation.A central project is a unique building for multicultural and elder education, addressing a modern lack of parental wisdom. Chambers within it honor various world cultures, promoting unity. The Jñānaputra scholarship program supports hundreds of children … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life Lineage
The holy science of yoga is a discipline of wisdom passed through an ancient lineage.This lineage began with Śrī Alakhpurījī Mahārāj, a sage who re-establishes eternal principles. His successor, Śrī Devpurījī Mahādev, is an incarnation of Śiva known for miracles. The next successor, Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī, was a divine … read more »
Unity in Diversity
Yoga in Daily Life is a system for holistic well-being and global harmony.It is practiced worldwide for physical, social, mental, and spiritual health. The organization engages in extensive humanitarian work locally, nationally, and internationally. It supports diverse communities, from those with special needs to multicultural events. International projects … read more »
The Awakening of Inner Potential
Humans possess a unique intellectual capacity and an even more miraculous inner potential, hidden from most.Awakening this potential—the Kuṇḍalinī—means awakening inner knowledge and consciousness. This occurs when the cosmic energy within the body is purified and directed upward. This same energy pervades the cosmos and accumulates in the body at vortices … read more »
Kundalini and Chakras
The subtle body contains 72,000 energy channels, with three primary ones: Iḍā, Pi galā, and Suṣumṇā.Energy concentrates at junctions called chakras. Dormant energy in these centers indicates imbalances. The central channel ascends from the navel to the crown. Kuṇḍalinī is the dormant serpent power at the base. Liberation occurs only when … read more »
How to develop the spirituality while living in normal life?
The path to spiritual realization is possible within a normal, worldly life.The key is understanding true renunciation and enjoyment. Worldly pleasures are temporary and bring more suffering than joy. The ultimate enjoyment is inner contentment and peace, which comes from detachment, not possessions. Renunciation means selfless giving … read more »
Time will not wait for you
Time is the most precious diamond of life, constantly flowing and never returning.Do not waste it in gossip or idleness, as even animals pass time thus; for humans, this is a great sin of disrespect. Your heart is a temple that must be filled with meditation and mantra … read more »
The white hair
Change is the constant reality of life, observed in the body and the passing of time.Grey hair is a natural and beautiful sign of a life fully lived, a mark of maturity to be accepted, not hidden with artificial color. Attempting to conceal this change is an act of pretense, distancing … read more »
Anahat Chakra
Yoga is the balance and union between individual consciousness and cosmic consciousness, creating harmony.This union is the resonance of OM, the primal sound from which all creation emerges. The human body is a microcosm of this universal principle, composed of five elements and governed by a network of 72,000 … read more »
Spiritual significance of the white elephant
To see or dream of a white elephant, the śvetāravat, is a profound spiritual event.It is the chariot of Brahmā, and such a vision can confer the benefit of fifty years of practice. I once dreamt as a child that a white elephant lifted me onto its head with its … read more »
Authentic Yoga in Daily Life
Yoga in Daily Life is an authentic system to counter modern misuse.In this age, superficial imitation of postures leads to bodily deterioration. All yoga science originates from Śiva, to whom its copyright belongs. Observing chaotic practices in the West, where beginners performed advanced poses, revealed the need … read more »
The Ashram: A Place of Spiritual Effort
An ashram is a place for disciplined spiritual effort, distinct from a temple.Temples are for ritual worship and have religious or artistic value, while ashrams are for personal spiritual work. The term derives from the Sanskrit root for exertion. Here, individuals engage in personal spiritual practice to build … read more »
The Nature of Kuṇḍalinī, Śiva, and Śakti
Kuṇḍalinī is the energy and consciousness within all states of mind, containing one's karma and destiny.This individual self is like a single balloon holding everything. Kuṇḍalinī is also defined as Śiva and Śakti. Śiva is pure, liberating consciousness—the ultimate truth and beauty—which resides in all beings without gender duality. Its seat … read more »
The Seed of Practice
Faithful practice is the seed of attainment.Humans suffer greatly from their relationships and have abused nature beyond even animals, becoming the most developed yet most troubled creature. Intellectual knowledge alone is insufficient; devoted practice is essential. A story illustrates this: two brothers … read more »
Spiritual awakening means to develop compassion in the heart
The spiritual path requires self-observation, practical action, and discernment.Human life is a singular, non-transferable chance for the soul to unite with the Divine. Spiritual awakening means developing compassion. Begin practically: renounce small comforts, like offering your seat. Cultivate patience without anger in daily irritations. … read more »
The Golden Egg of Creation
The primordial sound Oṁ is the cosmic vibration from which all creation emerges.This eternal resonance unites and harmonizes every atom. Self-realization reveals you are not the body, senses, or mind, but the source of this exhale that manifests the universe and the inhale that withdraws it. This is … read more »
World Peace through the awakening of Spirituality
Spirituality is the pure consciousness of the universal Ātmā within all beings.The individual soul, Jīvātmā, is a mixture of this Ātmā, the non-self, and karma, giving each creature its own destiny. Humans possess the unique instrument of intellect, which can be educated limitlessly. To develop spirituality and … read more »
Gurudev showed the way
The Trikuṭī is the meeting point of three rivers within.In the body, the three nāḍīs—Iḍā, Pi galā, and Suṣumṇā—are the Ga gā, Yamunā, and Sarasvatī. Their confluence is at the center of the eyebrows. The yogic tilaka marks this spot for concentration and awakening, not … read more »
Don't forget what you promised
Human life is for Self-realization and protecting all creatures through non-violence and spiritual practice, guided by Guru Bhakti.No one attains the highest consciousness without a Gurudev, as exemplified by divine figures who also had masters. Remember the promise made to God to use this human birth for reaching Brahman through devotion, and do … read more »
No practice is lost
Spiritual practice continues across lifetimes, carrying progress forward rather than being lost.Entering the Mūlādhāra chakra requires serious daily practice for about twelve years. If death occurs before achieving a goal, the soul is reborn as a beautiful human drawn back to the spiritual path. Consciousness awakens from … read more »
Energy Centres
The science of Kuṇḍalinī is the science of consciousness and energy within you.You are your own universe; what exists in the cosmos exists within you. You are the light of the Self, the immortal Ātmā, which is universal, distinct from the individual soul. The body contains 72,000 Nāḍīs … read more »
Take time to know thy Self
The well-being of the self is found within through spiritual practice and selfless action.When the mind is restless, use breath awareness along the spinal column to awaken spiritual energy. When you have work, stop and work. True joy is not found outside, as external happiness changes and brings disappointment. … read more »
Spirituality depends on your inner behavior
Karma manifests through four paths: action, thought, word, and social position.Work is worship and spiritual practice. Thinking good of a master transfers their spiritual light; thinking badly means their actions, as a pure consciousness, rebound to you like dust thrown at the sun. Mental action is … read more »
Protecting the environment is spiritual sadhana
Spiritual awareness is cultivated through trust and recognizing the sacredness in nature.A lake is holy because it gives water to all without refusal, even when polluted. A tree offers its fruit, shade, and oxygen to everyone and every creature, enduring all conditions without expectation. Vegetation is alive; … read more »
