Bhramari and bhramari pranayama
Brahmari Pranayama balances the nervous system and refines the voice. This practice is derived from the bee known as Brahmari. The female bee constructs a nest with intricate passages. She captures a specific worm and places it inside. She nourishes it until it develops wings and emerges as a new bee. The yogic practice mimics this process of internal transformation through sound. One method involves gently biting the teeth together. This directs resonance to the temples, balancing the Ida and Pingala nerve channels. It alleviates certain tensions and improves speech. Another method keeps the lips closed but the teeth apart. This directs energy upward toward the crown chakras. Both techniques significantly benefit singers and speakers by refining vocal quality and release. Practice should be avoided during an active headache.
"The sound goes from our ears and comes back here to the temple area."
"This prāṇāyāma balances both nerve systems, Iḍā and Piṅgalā."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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Guru Pūrṇimā: From Darkness to Light
Guru Pūrṇimā marks our new year, leading from darkness to light. In Kali Yuga, negative energy spreads like wildfire, consuming the world through cruel practices like meat-eating. Meat's origin is unknown and could include human flesh, showing this age's depth. All creatures have eyes and a soul; you see God in the eyes of other beings, for every soul is the same God. Despite practices, you will not see God if you do not recognize this unity in all life. Every creature feels fear and pain, and torturing them distances us from divinity. Those under a saint's shelter avoid harming life; others remain in darkness. The guru guides you, even through harsh lessons that remove karma, for his bitterness brings the sweetness of knowledge and protection. Upholding your dharma—your duty to protect every creature and element—is essential, as dharma will then protect you. The complete remains complete. Human dharma is to protect all life. While negative ways spread, a positive message grows through practice and teachings, which we must share. Follow your master's guidance for your good, as unified vibration creates strength.
"Every soul is the same."
"Gu means darkness, ru means light."
Filming location: Vienna, Austria
I surrender my service to all
The true purpose of human life is universal service and spiritual wisdom, rejecting narrow human-centric views. I reject the slogan to live only for humans; one must live for all creatures, as every entity is the self, which is supreme. Service to all is service to God, without discrimination. We receive a human body not for harm but to protect, serve, and love. The destiny of rebirth among 8.4 million life forms is determined by karma. India is a holy land that gave spirituality and culture to the world, though its current state suppresses this original tradition. On a birthday, light an eternal flame representing life's light, never to be blown out. Replace modern cake with traditional kheer, a sacred food of milk and rice that builds strength and aids meditation, unlike eggs or sugar. Blessings are vital; children should offer respectful greetings to receive them, not casual farewells. Ancient wisdom, not modern distortions, guides true well-being.
"Therefore, if you live, then live for entire creatures. Each and every entity is myself."
"This flame should not go off. It should burn a long, long time. Means live long."
Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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Around the world - Inauguration Nandeshwar
Yoga progresses from physical practice to the realization of the supreme Self. The foundation is Āsana, the physical posture. Remaining only there is mere exercise. One must proceed to Prāṇāyāma to steady the mind, then Pratyāhāra to withdraw the senses. This leads to Dhāraṇā, concentration, and then unbroken Dhyāna, meditation. Yet meditation retains duality. Samādhi dissolves this, unifying knower, knowing, and known into Turīya, the fourth state. The ultimate goal is beyond even this: Turīyātīta, the transcendent Conscious Principle, the Self of absolute Existence, Consciousness, and Bliss. All practices are a boat to cross the river; upon reaching the far shore, the boat is left behind.
"All practices—Āsana, Prāṇāyāma, Dhyāna—are merely the boat to cross the river."
"This is not a state to be attained; it is our very essence, the Chetan Puruṣa, the Conscious Principle."
Around the World - Nadlac
Yoga is a practice for both body and mind. It is not merely physical exercise. The postures and breathing are tools to calm the mind and bring inner peace. A quiet mind is the true goal. This inner stillness allows you to connect with your true self. Through consistent practice, the body becomes healthier and the mind becomes clearer. This harmony within reflects as peace in the world.
"Yoga for Body and Mind."
"I wish for peace in the whole world, and for you, I wish good health, peace, harmony, prosperity, and progress."
