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Around the world - Practice in Ukraine
A guided yoga practice session from the Yoga in Daily Life system."Physical relaxation leads to spiritual relaxation. Relaxation is an important element for the proper practice of yogic exercises." "Ānanda Āsana translates as 'the posture of bliss.' Observe how bliss flows throughout your entire body." An instructor … read more »
Around the world - Yoga exercises specifically for women
A guided yoga session focused on asanas for menstrual well-being and pelvic health."From my own experience, I can confirm it is truly helpful." "Feel the effect of this exercise; it is also very good to do in the morning for a stiff back." An instructor leads a gentle … read more »
Swamiji in Bay Area, USA
Swamijis visit to Hindu Temple on the occassion of Holi in San Francisco bay area.
Australian Yoga Teacher Conference
Yoga Teachers Conference in Australia.
Life in the astral world
Lecture from Vep, Hungary.
I found happiness in the shelter of my Master, Vep
A discourse on the nature of bhajan and the spiritual search for happiness."Bhajans have teaching. They contain explanations, information, motivation, questions, answers, and clarities." "Consciously or unconsciously, every living being searches for happiness. No one wants to be unhappy." The speaker explains the depth of bhajan as a … read more »
Surrender and find perfect peace, Vep
Lecture from Vep, Hungary.
Part 1: The Practice of Śalabhāsana and Complementary Āsanas
A detailed yoga class instruction covering śalabhāsana, sarvā gāsana, and prāṇāyāma."Śalabhāsana, being a backward bend that requires strong muscles, works very well on our self-confidence. It strengthens the sense of power and vitality." "In this posture, simply allow one subtle, extended exhalation. This posture works on … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life: The Fifth Level
A fifth-level "Yoga in Daily Life" class focused on asana practice and breath awareness."Everything we practice in yoga has its purpose, and if we ask ourselves why, we must receive an answer. That is why we say that yoga is the science of the body, mind, spirit, and soul." … read more »
Around the world - Yoga Class of Level 3, Zagreb, CRO
Yoga in Daily Life Class of Level 3 at Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Zagreb, Croatia, January 2011
Resonance is everywhere, resonance is life, Adelaide
Jivana Jyoti is the light of our life.In our heart is a beautiful flame. That is the life light. In the Upanishads it is said: In the heart there is a tiny cave and in this cave is a beautiful blue light. That … read more »
Life is a dream
A spiritual discourse using parables to illustrate the illusory nature of life and the search for the true Self."Neither is this world reality, nor is the dream. Reality is that Ātmā Sākṣī, the witness, who knows that I am dreaming, and who knows that I was dreaming, who knows that I am in this … read more »
The Nature of Bhajan and the Search for the Divine
A discourse on the nature of bhajans and the soul's search for divine union."Bhajan is where there is the name of God, as well as inspiration, teachings, and answers. The entire philosophy is inside." "There is no power in the universe that can bind me... There is only one … read more »
Ekant vas and anusthan, Vep
A spiritual discourse on the universal principle of yoga, delivered in a retreat setting."Yoga is the principle that maintains the balance between that consciousness and the space it pervades." "Simply translated, yoga is union—specifically, the union of the individual with the cosmic One." The speaker explains yoga as the … read more »
Satya Yuga and Kali Yuga is within you, Sunshine Coast
Kirtans and Bhajans open the Satsang.There are two kinds of Kali Yuga: The first according to the time, the Vedic Yugas. The second is within ourselves when we have negative qualities - like hate - jealous - greed - anger - … read more »
The Eternal Journey, Sunshine Coast
A satsang on the eternal journey of the soul, held on the auspicious occasion of Rama Navami."I would suggest you read this book. This is the holy Rāmāyaṇa, written by the great saint Vālmīki." "Our eternal journey is many, many times we came on this planet, and we went back, and we … read more »
Australian tour 2011 slideshow
Fill-in program.
How to gain a friend, Vep
A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering on the importance of daily practice and community."You should not attempt the full Anuṣṭhān program at home, as it is a whole-day program that would disrupt your daily routine and rotation." "Practicing continuously, every day—even if only a little—is very important. Mantras, āsanas, … read more »
Beziehung zwischen Meister und Schuler, Vienna
A personal satsang reflecting on the sacred relationship between a master and disciple, centered on the speaker's Guru, Holī Gurujī."Every master wishes that their students will achieve even greater success, higher positions, or realize higher consciousness." "To express the feeling of your heart—a heart to heart. Srce ka srcu." Swami Maheshwarananda (Swamiji) shares intimate memories … read more »
Always be ready to learn, Vienna
A satsang discourse for yoga teachers and practitioners on conduct, humility, and creating harmony."If he will think that I am sad, then he will not become a thief." "The heart needs another heart; the heart does not need another intellect." Swami Ji addresses the assembly, using a story of … read more »
Who is your beloved, Vep
A spiritual discourse and bhajan explanation focusing on consciousness and devotion."When you drive a car, you are aware of all the four directions... Now, who is observing this? That is your sūratā." "O Lord, if you don’t accept my service directly, then I become the servant … read more »
The Preciousness of Retreat
A spiritual talk on the preciousness of retreat practice and a guiding parable."When you come home, you know what situation is waiting for you... Thus, our staying here at the retreat is in every aspect very valuable, very beautiful, very beneficial." "That cave is this place where we … read more »
Ego is the willpower of life, Vep
A spiritual discourse on the purpose of Mauna (silence) and mastering the mind."The purpose of Mauna is inner observation." "The mind is like an elephant... Everyone explains the elephant according to their experience. But where is the elephant?" A teacher addresses practitioners on the fifth day of a … read more »
Daya ist unser dharma, Vienna
A spiritual discourse on the foundations of dharma, compassion, and the stages of life."Compassion is the root of Dharma, while the root of sin is ego." "Dharma rakṣita, rakṣita: If you can protect your Dharma, then Dharma can protect you." The speaker delivers a teaching on the essence of … read more »
Wir haben drei Familien, Vienna
Lecture by Swamiji from Vienna, Austria in June 2005.
Dharama Karma und Pralabdha, Hamburg
A spiritual discourse explaining the concepts of dharma, karma, and the Mūlādhāra cakra."Dharma Rakṣita Rakṣitaḥ. If you uphold your Dharma, then Dharma will also uphold you." "Selfish karma binds us, and selfless karma liberates us. We can fight against negative karma with positive karma." The speaker delivers a … read more »
The Origin and Nature of Consciousness
A spiritual discourse on consciousness, creation, and the path of yoga."The goal of human life is the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." The speaker presents a comprehensive cosmology, beginning with the nature of cosmic … read more »
Mantra is a seed in your heart
A spiritual discourse on mantra practice, selfless action, and devotion."Meditation without a mantra is a body without a soul." "Niṣkāma karma is Seva. It is action performed for everyone, which is good for all." The speaker, likely a spiritual teacher, explains the importance of selfless … read more »
Navaratri - Honoring the Divine Mother and speech on Kriya Yoga, Gold Coast
Navaratri is a nine day celebration of the divine mother - Shakti.Singing and translation of Holy Gurujis bhajan: "Jaya Matesvari Jaya Devi Candan." Ram Navami is a festival, celebrating the incarnation of Lord Rama. What is Kriya Yoga? How can Kriya help you? What does Kriya do … read more »
Gurudev can make You a Paras
Lecture by Swamiji from Strilky, Czech Republic in May 2005.
How to coordinate with the outer world, Vep
A spiritual discourse on the foundational principles of sādhanā (spiritual practice)."Practices alone will not help us. They can only be fruitful if we follow physical and mental principles. These are called Śayamit and Niyamit." "Viveka is that which will divide truth and untruth completely... who has … read more »
Yoga gives happiness to body, mind and soul, Vep
A satsang addressing the lack of sincere practice among students."Look at yourself in the mirror. Feel your body, feel your mind, feel your life situation. How does it look? If you think of this, you will say it is a disaster. So where is the … read more »
Eat the sweetness of immortality, Vep
Lecture by Swamiji from Vep, Hungary in December 2004.
The Foundation of Practice: Health, Discipline, and Sattva
A discourse on health, discipline, and foundational yoga practice."Practice means at home, not only here. Here, you are merely learning." "Spirituality is automatically present when you feel physically well." Swami Ji addresses a gathering, emphasizing that consistent daily practice at home is essential for … read more »
The Significance of Devotion in the Rāmāyaṇa
A discourse on the significance of devotion, using stories from the Rāmāyaṇa."If you think you have obligated someone to something, then immediately stop and go home. You will see on the third day, you will see the results, and you will return on your knees." "Whatever you … read more »
Never say I don't care
A spiritual discourse on cultivating human relationships and addressing modern societal problems."When once a deep relation takes place, then it prints certain motifs on your subconsciousness... That is not attachment, but that is a human relationship." "Spirituality means not only prayer and prayer... Spirituality is this: you … read more »
The Eternal Disciple
A spiritual discourse on the eternal master-disciple relationship, given on the first anniversary of the guru's passing."Liberation does not depend on postures and practices. Liberation depends on discipline, the way of life—how you speak, how you live, how you talk." "A disciple will never be a guru. A disciple will ever be … read more »
Around the world - Surya Namaskar, Zagreb, CRO
A guided instructional session on the Sūrya Namaskāra (Sun Salutation) practice, integrating physical postures, cakra concentration, and mantra."It is said that daily morning practice of Sūrya Namaskāra makes your body and self like the sun." "While performing Sūrya Namaskāra with cakra concentration, we focus on the physical location but can also become aware … read more »
Around the world - World peace in your hands
A promotional video about the Yoga in Daily Life organization and its founder, Paramahaṁsa Svāmī Maheśvarānanda."All elements are balanced in a perfect way, and that balancing principle, that is what I call yoga." "Be the change you want to see." The video profiles the global humanitarian and spiritual work of Svāmījī, … read more »
Self Inquiry Meditation in Theory and Praxis, Sunshine Coast
Meditation is not something that you practice.Meditation comes from itself. There are two kinds of Meditation: Active and passive Meditation. Active Meditation is, when you do something and feel very happy with it, you love to do this work. This is your … read more »
What is Happiness?
Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Sunshine Coast.Swami Shivananda said: Within you is the fountain of the joy and within you is the ocean of the bliss.Your heart is like an endless ocean and similarly in your heart everyone should have a place. … read more »
Asanas are like a cosmic dance, Sunshine Coast
How should we do our Asanas? Swamiji gives practical instructions for the Yoga practice.1. Practise every day, systematically, this is important. 2. Use your own Yoga mat for your better spiritual development. 3. Prepare mentally and pray to God for blessing and guidance. 4. First relaxation to receive the … read more »
The whole world is my family, Sunshine Coast
A welcoming satsang and spiritual discourse in Maroochydore."The entire world is my family. That is called Vasudhaiva Kuṭumbakam." "The guru, the master, is that box. But what is inside—that love, wisdom, blessing, what Gurudev, God has given to you—that is important." The lecturer … read more »
Listen with your heart and with your brain, Gold Coast
A spiritual discourse on receptivity, understanding, and daily practice."One could say that understanding is 'standing under.' Be the guest. You allow whatever is offered to come to you." "God is everywhere, but you must understand the situation and the nature of that being. You … read more »
Prayers give us peace, Gold Coast
Readings from the book "Lila Amrit." Prayers give us external as well as inner peace. When inner peace is not there then we are lost. If we have lost inner peace, what ever we will tell - it will not help. … read more »
Prayers and Mantras have immense of power, Gold Coast
In most critical situations in our life we practise mantra and prayer.Mantra and prayer is the most powerful tool which human have got in their life. Mantras and spiritual songs - this are also prayers. It is better to light a candle then stand in darkness.That candle … read more »
The Self and The Soul, Melbourne
Sri Ram - Kirtan sung by Ally.Swami Jasraj Puri brings an example: When on the spiritual path arise doubts - hold on, it will calm down. The lecturer speaks about Pranayama, Ida and Pingala breathing. Swamiji speaks about Lord Shiva,Yog Shakti, the … read more »
Time and destiny, Melbourne
Every saint or holy incarnation has to go through certain experiences in life.Even God has to go through particular situaions. Does God have a destiny? The life of Jesus - he had to go through many hard situations in his life. Was this his destiny or was him … read more »
Hidden quality in humans, Melbourne
A spiritual discourse on awakening inner divinity and the science of yoga, blending storytelling with philosophical teachings."Within you is the fountain of joy. The joy which we are searching for is within us, nowhere else." "In the Bhagavad Gītā it says... that light, my light, is in everyone's heart. It is always … read more »
The Aim of Human Life, Melbourne
Swamiji introduces MM Swami Jasraj Puri and explaines in great detail what means Mahamandaleshwar and Akkhara.Ashram: A means welcome, Shram means work. Ashram means: Come to work here on your body, mind, consciousness and realisation. Space is the endless glory of God. We don't know where is the beginning or the … read more »