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Evening satsang from Summer Yoga Retreat in Strilky, Czech Republic. Singing bhajan Sri Puja Deepa Dayalu Data, Sataguru Alakhpuriji Avo, Kya Tuma Jano Hala Hamara, Tera Sataguru Rakho Laj, Bhajo Re Manva

Om is the original mantra, the sound form of God. The mantra Om grants all desires and liberation. Yogis meditate on Om constantly. The bindu in Om’s symbol is both the cosmic origin-point and the nectar of immortality. Om is not a produced sound but a reality to experience. Inner Nāda Yoga leads through subtler sounds to Om. A scientist in a coma encountered God as Om. Mahāprabhujī intoned Om as an infant and at mahāsamādhi Om rose through his chakras. Chanting Om continuously as a group creates a sound bath. The vibration circles in the head’s cavities for deeper resonance. Om purifies the nāḍīs and activates the chakras. In creation, Om is the primordial Word, paralleling the Vedas and the Gospel of John. Om is the root of all knowledge and mantras. Sādhanā without Om is fruitless. Om awakens divine light without shadow. Saints treasure Om in their heart, crossing the ocean of the world through its vibration. "Om is the mantra of all mantras; it is the original mantra." "Through Om, all the fear in this world is destroyed." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

True devotion is complete surrender, like a slave without contract or will. The guru is the indescribable, unborn reality who carries one across the ocean of worldliness. The guru is the signpost to truth, a true yogi whose divine play is incomprehensible. The guru's grace pervades the universe, enlightening every heart as the formless protector. The master's powerful words destroy duality and conquer the senses. The guru is the heroic essence, seeing high and low as one in non-duality. Sit in silence, repeat the divine name, and become engrossed in it to receive liberation. Follow the balanced, middle path without excess or deficiency, cultivating a sattvic character. Control the mind, destroy egoistic pride, and through initiation, one's consciousness can immediately merge with the supreme state. "Nothing is mine; everything is yours." "No one can cross the ocean of ignorance and truly understand you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The yoga name is a second mantra, a divine tool given to replace worldly identification. Most have received this mantra without realizing it. A name forms identity, usually tied to the body, which is the root of ignorance. Birth names are given by parents based on fashion or circumstance, often carrying low vibration. Some even hold a curse. The guru replaces this with a divine name—a god’s name, a quality like truth or nonviolence. Such a name is not just a label but a mantra to be used constantly. A story: two disciples received seeds to guard for the master. One locked it away; when the master returned, a moth had eaten it. The other planted it, multiplying the seed into a storehouse. The master praised the one who used it and gave the mantra. The yoga name must be planted: spoken, thought, shared. Another story: a selfish man named his son Nārāyaṇa. At death, he called for his son, uttering the divine name, and went to heaven. A woman forgot her mantra; turning inwardly to the guru, she suddenly recalled it. This reveals the guru as the inner self, always accessible. Embrace the yoga name as a mantra and let it grow. “You are here to give, not to take.” “The name of God is even stronger than God itself.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The story of the great tree and the small axe reveals how the seemingly insignificant overcomes the mighty. During Holī, Gurujī spoke of a very big tree, tall and thick, so large people came and went through it. Many passed by. Then a sādhu arrived and said, “Now this will die. It will increase more and more.” Another sādhu said a single person would take too long; a small axe alone would break everything. Someone objected, “Such a tiny piece of iron, what can it do? Go away.” Yet when they put in effort, they became his friend, and it fell down. Fire was used, and it was gone. After years, the doubter came back, saw everything cut, and exclaimed, “It was my God.” The sādhu said, “Why was this one broken? Only by the people—they cut a little. They sat on it, and from that, it broke. It will happen on the other side. Please do not think it will stand.” Something was pulled round and round, put inside, and it caught fire. We took everything nice, we will not break them. We tried two years, we were pregnant with it, so that is gone, and so is that human. O human, you are very good, you are God. We will not kill them, but what we kill—animals, fruits—they make something inside, and then it will go down. In this place, we are happy, and God protects. “You cannot defeat it, but there is only this little one, and it will go.” “O human, you are God, because we know very well, and we will not kill them.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Devotion to the Guru is the essence of spiritual practice. Chant the mantra with full belief and devotion. Feel the Guru's presence directly before you. Imagine performing the mantra at his lotus feet. His constant blessings and love shower upon all. In every beat, feel his presence and blessings arriving. Focus solely on the mantra and on the Guru. Concentrate on the Guru's lotus feet or sandals, the vehicle across the ocean of worldly existence. These sacred sandals destroy all sins, grant the wealth of discernment and dispassion, and bestow the light of knowledge and swift liberation. "Feel his presence. Imagine that Gurudev is sitting in front of you and you are doing your mantra in front of his lotus feet." "These sacred sandals destroy all sins, grant the wealth of discernment and dispassion, and bestow the light of knowledge and swift liberation."

Guided relaxation opens the door to inner peace and self-awareness without needing elaborate preparation. Assume a comfortable posture even on uneven ground. Close the eyes and take a few deep breaths to release the body. Surrender mental effort and sense the body's weight held by the earth. With each exhalation the body sinks into the earth, drawing out tension. Relax the face muscles and eyebrows, soften the jaw to let go of concerns. Release the shoulders and the sense of responsibility. As the shoulders drop, the collarbones release and the chest opens to the breath. Pause to feel the inner movement of the breath without interference. Observe the belly rise and fall, the chest expand and contract. Notice the legs heavy and the feet fall to the sides. Allow thoughts to come and go freely. Feel the air touch the skin. Then take deeper inhalations and exhalations. Begin to move the fingers and toes, gradually the whole body. Let the movement become a stretch, then open the eyes to see the sky. When ready, come to sitting. “The quality of the Mother Earth is to take all the tensions out of your body.” “Feeling your inner peace, the relaxation of the whole body, and the contact with the earth, bringing to your conscious mind the thoughts about the self, the true, inner, pure, unborn, everlasting Self.”

Death is a transition to a higher place when one follows the spiritual path and has the Guru’s grace. Death is a universal law; whoever comes will go. If there is trust in the Guru and devotion, the Guru prepares one for this transition. A king named Vidura feared death and asked his guru. The guru told the story of Gajendra, the elephant caught by a crocodile, who was saved only by calling upon the Lord. Like the elephant, humans are stuck in the cycle of death and rebirth until the Guru frees them through seva and trust. Another disciple, Arjuna, also feared death; his guru told of the bird Chirpī who dared to fly out of the forest to meet his guru Garuḍa. Garuḍa asked, “Do you trust me?” and flew high above clouds and mountains, showing there was nothing to fear. This is enlightenment: crossing boundaries with the Guru’s blessings, realizing the Guru is within and everywhere. One must let go of anger, jealousy, ego, and envy, and surrender completely. Spiritual growth is like climbing stairs; if exhausted, pause, meditate, and recite the mālā instead of giving up and falling back. The Guru will then give the push to continue. With Guru’s protection, even death brings peace, for one becomes one with Him. Happiness and sadness both pass; do not cling to either. A farmer disciple first saw his guru as a strong bull, then as wise, and later recognized the divine—allowing time for inner growth is essential. The Guru’s presence is a sandalwood forest; use it wisely, not destroying it all at once but sustaining it through daily sādhanā. Always keep the Guru in the heart; trust, and there is nothing to fear. “You have to cross the boundaries of the forest, of the mountains, of the clouds, and then you fly in Śūnyākāśa.” “If happiness comes, do not be too happy, because it will pass; and if sadness comes, do not be too sad, because it will also pass.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Greed destroys spiritual progress, causing a fall regardless of one's efforts. A hardworking man saw an advertisement for a magical golden egg promising wealth. Consumed by greed, he spent all his savings on it, quit his job, and isolated himself to guard it. He eventually cracked the egg, finding only an empty, painted shell. He lost everything. This illustrates how greed corrupts discernment. Another story tells of a rich man who abandoned everything to collect gold from a mythical land. He filled his bag endlessly, forgetting to eat or drink, and died there, still collecting. A true account involves a dedicated swami who left his guru to reclaim ancestral land. After selling it, he bought a motorbike and invested in a business, but met with ruin, ending up serving tea by a roadside. These stories show greed's destructive power, which can be countered by constant remembrance of the guru, not just in distress. Mantra practice requires correct technique, purity of heart, and devotion, which ultimately transcend mere rules. "It doesn’t matter how much work we do and grow higher and higher, and then one of these things comes and we roll down the mountain." "When the virus of greed comes, then we see nothing." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path of devotion and Guru's grace overcomes the universal power of māyā. You cannot escape māyā, but by surrendering to the Guru and following the spiritual path, you can cross it. A sādhu's anger after years of tapasyā shows māyā's presence. The path of knowledge can inflate ego, leading one back to devotion. True bhakti brings divine intervention, as shown when Lord Jagannāth personally fed a starving devotee to preserve his family's faith. Perseverance is essential; like dogs chased from every village, one must continue without stopping until reaching the destination. When trouble arises, call upon the Guru for help to subdue it and proceed. Modern teachings often omit devotion to God and Guru, yet with pure devotion and faith, nothing is impossible. The mind wanders during practice; let thoughts come and go without following them, remaining focused. Do not complicate life by dwelling on the unchangeable past or unknown future. Live in the present. Stories help us recognize our own problems, which is the first step toward change. Feel the essence of prayer in your heart, for that feeling is more important than perfect form. Before forming any desire, contemplate its practical consequences to avoid unforeseen burdens. "If you believe and have trust in God, in the Guru, you will get what you wish for." "When we realize that we have a problem, when we are aware that we behave in this and that way, in that moment, we are able to change our behavior." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing fron Strilky. Ab Sop Diya, Aba Hama

Meditate, O mind, to dispel ill-intentions and remember the Guru's words. Through meditation, one gains wisdom and progresses toward becoming a yogi. It is the means to fulfill duties and make life fruitful. True renunciation arises from seeking detachment while still within worldly bondage. In all actions, remember the Lord. "Through meditation, you will become wise. Through meditation, you will become a yogī." "One who searches for detachment while in bondage becomes a renunciant." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The essence of satsaṅg is transformation through timeless presence. Stories from the past contain profound teachings to be digested. Time and place dictate appropriate behavior, yet the essence of pure yoga remains constant, adapting through different eras. The teacher is always in accordance with time, yet also ahead of it. This foresight is demonstrated through precise predictions that later manifest. The required flexibility is not merely physical but of the heart and mind. Constant change transforms the disciple, akin to a worm becoming a bee, which is a necessary but difficult process. Being present in the satsaṅg's energy is a blessing, requiring no other duties. One must decide to absorb this transformative energy fully, like a wooden spoon retains honey. This energy changes individuals, society, and the environment. Physical presence is paramount; watching remotely is an incomplete experience. The teacher provides the essential current, like electricity to lighthouses or the thread in a mālā. Each disciple is given precisely what is needed to grow, whether in good soil or on stone. "Your money will be better than a shilling. Two shillings will be one kuna." "If you have a beautiful picture of a rose, it has no fragrance." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang with Viswhaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky. Including He Nata Aba To, Itna to Karana Guruji

A gentle yoga practice integrates relaxation, mindful movement, and breath awareness to cultivate strength and well-being. Begin by relaxing the body completely, feeling its heaviness and observing the breath. Movements like Pavan Muktāsana increase circulation, particularly in the lower back and knees. Exercises such as the bicycle motion strengthen core muscles and aid coordination. Proceed through postures like Marjari and Śaśāṅkāsana to activate spinal movement and abdominal breathing. Practices including Bhujaṅgāsana and Catuṣpādāsana emphasize stretching and rotation without force, allowing the breath to guide the motion. Strengthening postures support core stability and body alignment, influencing energy and confidence. Conclude with observation of the body and breath, integrating the effects of the practice. "Feel your whole body. Feel the heaviness of your body and be aware of your breathing." "Try to let the movements create exhalation. Everything is gentle, but you are not lazy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga practice aims for inner peace and strength. Practice brings awareness inside, into inner space. Āsanas and yoga calm the mind. Every movement is done with full awareness. Stand in the position, separate the feet, and relax the whole body. Observe feelings in the body, mind, and emotions. Mauna means not just outer silence. Antar Mauna—inner silence—stops the inner dialogue and quarreling. Stretch the body with interlocked fingers on the head, inhaling up on the toes. Breathing is most important. Place a palm on the navel and relax the abdomen. With inhalation, the abdomen expands; with exhalation, it contracts. The number of breaths at birth is predetermined, in a symbolic way. Short, quick, clavicular breathing leads to stress, depression, and little energy. Complete yoga breathing connects abdomen, middle, and clavicular parts. Body posture reflects inner thoughts and feelings. Inner strength is built through practice, not poor posture. "Antar Mauna is more important: to stop this little inner dialogue, and all the time quarreling." "We often hear that when we are born, we have a predetermined number of breaths and exhales. That is in a symbolic way, of course." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Correct form and awareness are essential for yoga practice. Feel the contact between your body and the floor, aware of your breathing. Practice postures like Pavanamuktāsana to release tension, ensuring the low back presses the floor. Sit in Vajrāsana to relax and balance the energy channels. Execute movements from the hip joints with a straight spinal column, being gentle to avoid injury. The action of a posture is distinct from relaxation within it. Correct practice strengthens the diaphragm and enables deeper breathing. Incorrect practice yields no benefit and risks harm. Focus on the precise form, not merely performing the shape. "Because if we practice and practice incorrectly, we will not have good results." "Try to do these movements when you will not injure your neighbor."

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky. Including bhajan "Ho Guru Sukha Dama Swami"

Devotion transforms despair into strength, as seen in Hanumān’s story. Hanumān searched all of Laṅkā for Sītā but found her nowhere. He sank into depression, thinking life was over. He prepared to end his life by fasting, fire, or drowning. Then he looked toward Ayodhyā. The air from Ayodhyā carries Rāma’s energy. That glance rekindled his will. He realized Aśoka Vātikā remained unsearched. He went there and found Sītā. Giving up prematurely prevents lasting legacy. Perseverance brings remembrance. The guru’s glance gives the same uplifting energy. Money cannot buy happiness; a rich man with a Rolls-Royce still cried. The guru’s grace brings lasting joy. Surrendering desires and letting the guru decide brings what is truly needed. Chanting the guru mantra brings everything. The guru treats all equally, removes obstacles, and unites everyone. “Even the air which comes from Ayodhyā is a blessing; it carries the waves and energy from Lord Rāma flowing in the air.” “When you have Gurudev’s kṛpā, when you have Gurudev’s blessings, then the disciple’s life is all happiness and joy.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

All spiritual paths ultimately converge. Bhakti, Jñāna, and Karma Yoga are interconnected and lead to the same destination. One may begin by acquiring knowledge, which fosters love for the divine, culminating in selfless service. This service, or Seva, arises naturally from genuine devotion, just as one serves a beloved family member. In practice, these paths are not separate; performing mantra repetition, devotional singing, and scriptural study involves all three. The ego is the primary obstacle. Therefore, initial spiritual work often involves humble tasks to dismantle this sense of superiority. When the ego subsides, true spiritual progress can begin. Challenges in life are inevitable, like changing weather. The key is to remain calm and present, allowing distractions to pass while maintaining focus through the Guru's guidance. Perseverance is essential; for every problem, a solution exists. Selfless service without expectation yields the highest results, transforming one's life and leading to ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death. "Bhakti Yog, Jñāna Yog, and Karma Yog. It doesn’t matter where we start; it all leads to the same thing." "If you do niṣkām sevā to Guru Dev, you will get anything you want." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path requires surrendering the ego's claim of being the doer to become a tool of divine grace. A dog pulling a chariot mistakenly believes it carries the entire load itself. Similarly, Hanuman once thought his great deeds were his own doing. Rama then sent him on a difficult journey to deliver a ring to a sage. The sage threw the ring into a vessel filled with identical rings from every divine incarnation, revealing that countless servants have come before. The practitioner must pray to be an instrument, allowing divine energy to flow through selfless service. All actions, like leading a yoga class, become energized when performed with the attitude of "I am not the doer." Spiritual work must be done invisibly, without seeking recognition, as showing off one's fasting or prayers feeds the ego. The guru's guidance acts as medicine that may stir up inner impurities, which is necessary for purification. Life is like entering a cold, testing ground; the aim is to emerge with one's inner purity intact. By focusing on personal cleansing through practice, one naturally illuminates the surroundings. "Only what is important for us is to understand and to pray to be the tool." "Always be aware of Hanumānjī when he realized that a lot, and so many, was before him and so much will be after him, and only pray for grace, for great luck, to get the opportunity to be the tool." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The teaching is about indescribable oneness. Listen, all doing serious sādhanā. Rāma lives in every heart. Rāma means God or Guru. Inside and outside, everything is one. It is a vast oneness. You sit in all moving and non-moving. The whole world resides in you. Looking up or down, only your darśan is seen. There is no need to go anywhere. You are not born, nor do you die. You are completely fearless. You have no fort or village. You are indescribable nothingness, like śūnyākāśa. You are Alakh, the indescribable one. You are beyond name, so you have no name, because you are everything. Without the Guru, you cannot understand this. "Inside and outside, everything is one." "Listen, everybody, without the Guru you cannot understand this." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing.

The world is a mirror for self-observation and correction. Instructions are given for our protection, like maintaining distance to help others effectively. Without distance, one can be pulled down, just as a swimmer can be drowned by what seemed a blanket but is a bear. People often seek attention through behavior, displaying a symbolic hook. While giving energy is not a loss, awareness prevents being caught on that hook. Observing others' physical postures reflects our own; correct yourself upon seeing it. Your reality is shaped by the quality of your thoughts. Negative thoughts, rooted in evolutionary vigilance, create a personal hell. Discipline is required to replace negative thoughts with positive ones, rewiring the brain over time. Scriptures serve as mirrors, revealing human problems and their solutions. "Therefore, always maintain distance. If you do not, you are no longer in a position to help." "Your life depends on the quality of your thoughts. Whether you are in heaven or hell depends only on the quality of your thoughts." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Dharma is one's essential duty. Each person has a specific role. The neighbor's path often seems easier, but shortcuts can lead to longer journeys. A sage repeatedly saved a drowning scorpion, accepting its stings. The sage's dharma was compassion; the scorpion's dharma was to sting. Both were performing their nature. Similarly, persist in your own duty without giving up, regardless of setbacks. Do not envy another's path. The story of Nārada teaches that ego leads to misunderstanding. He sought a form for personal desire and was taught a lesson. Reduce the "I" and learn from mistakes. Do not blame others or God. Follow your own heart with your guru's guidance and give your full dedication. "My dharma as a sannyāsī is compassion to every single living being. So I’m doing my dharma by putting it out of the water... And the scorpion’s dharma is to sting when it feels danger." "When he knows that this is not good for us, but our itch, our wish to have that certain thing is very high, he will still make that wish complete in another way that makes us realize that, okay, this path is not good for me." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

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A garland of offerings and blessings is presented through sacred verses and invocations. The recitation honors divine forms and the supreme principle pervading all worlds. The guru is saluted as the root of meditation, worship, mantra, and liberation. Prayers for peace are extended to all realms, beings, and deities. A series of disciples from various places are then acknowledged, each receiving symbolic gifts including flowers, a shawl, and a dachshund. This concludes the ceremonial blessings. "Dhyāna Mūlam, Guru Mūrti, Pūjā Mūlam, Guru Padam, Mantra Mūlam, Guru Vākya, Mokṣa Mūlam, Guru Kṛpā." "Śānti rapāḥ śānti raukṣadyāhaṃ śānti vanaspataya śānti viśvedevāḥ śānti brahma śānti sarvaguṃ śānti śānti reva śānti sama śānti redhi." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The choice between uplifting company and degrading association determines one's spiritual trajectory. One constantly engages with either positive or negative influences. A dedicated individual was corrupted through food secretly adulterated with meat, which altered his mental state and destroyed his spiritual practices. This demonstrates how subtle influences can erode discernment. The negativity inherent in bad company is potent and often overpowers positive intent. Human beings possess the unique faculty of discernment to choose the right path. Therefore, one must consciously seek satsaṅga and a spiritually aligned partner to foster a supportive environment for progress. The grace of the Guru is the sole source of everlasting bliss and guidance toward liberation. "Slowly, slowly that food started affecting his mental state." "Guru Kṛpā Hi Kevalaṁ Śāśvika Ānanda Maṅgalam." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga demonstrates a superior effect on brain and mental health compared to other exercises. A scientific study of over 20,000 adults aged 55 and older found mind-body exercise improves cognitive function more than aerobic or resistance training. Yoga enhances the birth of new brain cells, supports factors that prevent Alzheimer's, and improves memory, attention, and processing speed. The combination of breath and movement regulates the sympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and enhancing emotional control. While practices like Tai Chi also show benefit, correct technique is vital to avoid injury. Yoga's integrated approach purifies the body and mind, offering tools for depression and panic, with meditation linked to increased gray matter and sustained cognitive function. Current research only begins to explore yoga's full depth. "Yoga has a superior effect on our brain, on our cognitive capacity." "Yoga breathing slows down the sympathetic nervous system." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Food, the digestive fire, and spiritual practice are deeply connected. Learning to cook from a young age is vital, not just for health but for the energy imparted to the food. A strong Agni, or digestive fire, allows one to dissolve all that is consumed, including food and information. This inner fire is cultivated through gradual, systematic practice like Haṭha Yoga Kriyās and prāṇāyāma, particularly Bhastrika when prepared. Vegetarian food is essential; consuming meat introduces the animal's fear and chemistry into one's own system, affecting the mind and experiences. The system of Yoga in Daily Life prevents such negative experiences by advocating sāttvic food and step-by-step practice. Go deeper into each practice, exploring its effects on the five bodies; this prevents boredom and eliminates the need for constant change. Karma operates impartially: actions return to the doer. The body's design, with jaw movement and intestinal length, indicates a natural inclination toward vegetarianism. The consciousness and feelings of the cook are absorbed into the food, affecting those who eat it. Therefore, cooking for oneself is preferable. "Remain where you are." "What you do will come back to you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Begin the morning with the resolution: "I am a human." This awareness is essential, as many live below human quality. A disciple in a forest wished to see people at a festival. His guru gave him a peacock feather, instructing him to look through it. Through the feather, he saw mostly animals and demons; only a few gathered in positive talk appeared human. This reveals that true human quality is rare and must be cultivated. Being human is difficult, requiring the purification of one's nature through daily practice and non-violence. This evolutionary step is the aim of spiritual life. Stay steadfast on one path with endurance. Confidence in the master helps sever karmic chains. Do not dig many shallow holes; dig one deep well to reach water. Build your spiritual life with solid foundations, not just an empty shape. Great effort and struggle are required to achieve anything of value, including spreading spiritual teachings. True devotion makes everything possible. "Through the conscience, you will see reality." "If you dig in one place, even if you find a big rock, you will come to the water." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The disciple must never abandon the need for the guru or the teachings, for that is the gravest error. The guru is the principle that leads from ignorance to knowledge. This Guru Tattva is the essential diamond, not the physical form, yet it is embodied to provide tangible guidance. God aids the seeker by sending the guru, who is thus revered as indispensable. The aim is to merge the individual self with the cosmic Self, like a river entering the ocean. This is the Advaita understanding, where the one supreme reality is reflected in all individuals. This merging is the true purpose of yoga, achieved through the guru's grace and teachings. The embodied form concentrates this divine energy, making darśana transformative. The state beyond the three guṇas is inexpressible; it can only be pointed to as 'not this, not that.' "The moment you think you know everything, very soon you will find yourself asking, 'Where are the bricks? Where is the parachute?'" "God will send your friend with the boat. And the Guru is here." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path moves from belief to inner strength through direct experience. Joy is essential for learning and practice. Yoga is a science, not a religion; it requires trust and practice, not dogma or blind belief. Personal experience creates a stable foundation, unlike belief which can be shaken. The wise learn from the teachings and experiences of others. Inner strength is cultivated through disciplined physical practice, which stabilizes the body and mind. This strength allows one to remain undisturbed, like an elephant ignoring a barking dog. The gradual, daily practice of yoga provides a secure foundation, avoiding the pitfalls of temporary inspiration or energy transmission without sustained effort. Purifying the ego and dissolving arrogance are prerequisites for spiritual progress. "A wise one learns from others' mistakes, and the not-so-wise learns from his own mistakes." "In spirituality, you do not believe. You have trust in your Gurudev, trust in the scriptures. You practice, and you have experience." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path to enlightenment begins with saṁskāras before birth, unfolds through finding a Guru, and culminates in unwavering devotion and inner peace. Saṁskāras start in the womb through the mother’s exposure to scriptures, mantras, and sacred stories. This shapes the child’s consciousness early. Sukhad, son of Vedavyāsa, knew all scriptures from birth yet was denied entry to Vaikuṇṭha because he lacked a Guru. True knowledge without Guru Bhakti remains incomplete. He sought King Janaka as Guru and endured tests of patience, like standing in trash for days. Guru tests reveal a disciple’s commitment. Janaka himself became enlightened through Aṣṭāvakra, who taught that Brahman alone is real and the world is illusory. Janaka’s devotion was unwavering; when his palace burned during satsaṅg, he stayed still, listening to the Guru’s words. Other disciples ran after a monkey stealing clothes, showing attachment. Unshakeable presence with the Guru is essential. One must leave outer baggage and mental stress outside when entering satsaṅg. Lasting peace comes through bhajans, kīrtans, and Guru Bhakti, not dulling the mind with substances. Through Guru’s grace and selfless service, one merges with the Supreme Self and attains enlightenment. “Brahma satya, jagat mithyā. Only your Ātmā and Brahman, the One, is the ultimate truth.” “His whole kingdom and palace are on fire, but he is sitting straight, not doing anything, just listening to the Guru Vākya.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The power of language and respect shapes spiritual life. Words carry energy, influencing our inner state and relationships. A story illustrates this: a man feared the yoga pose called Śavāsana, the corpse pose. After this, the name was changed to Ānandāsana, the bliss pose, to remove fear. How we speak is crucial. We do not "take" a mantra; we may "get" it as a sacred gift, which changes our entire attitude. Modern communication often loses depth and respect, using abbreviated or vulgar language absorbed from media. This influences us subconsciously and must be guarded against. Addressing others with respectful titles, like "Devī" for a woman, cultivates different inner feelings. The manner of giving, even food, carries energy; offering with the right hand and respect changes the offering's quality. Respect extends to spiritual objects; keeping a mālā in a clean, valued place allows it to retain its energy. Physical posture also matters; sitting like a king or giving like a beggar changes the inner experience. Pronunciation in mantra is vital, as a single sound can change a word's entire meaning. "Your entire spiritual path becomes different. Yes, just try to think about this: it is a completely different approach." "If we are not aware, this will come subconsciously inside. We need to put a firewall in front of us, not to allow such thoughts and such language to become common to us." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The story of two pilgrims reveals the power of the guru's grace over ritual observance. They undertook a difficult journey to bathe in the Ganga, following a strict rule to only lodge with those who had bathed there. After two months of travel and hardship, they finally stayed at an ashram, assuming the resident sage must have bathed in the river. They were devastated to learn he had never even seen the Ganga, feeling their entire effort was wasted. That night, they witnessed three black cows enter, transform into women who cleaned the ashram, and then touch the dust from the sage's feet. Upon touching that dust, they transformed into radiant goddesses. The goddesses identified themselves as the Ganga, Yamuna, and Sarasvati, explaining that they bear the sins of all who bathe in them, which blackens their forms. They are purified not by the river, but by the dust from their guru's feet. "All of their sins come into me, into all three of us, and then our forms become black from holding everyone’s sins." "When we touch the dust that touched his foot... it touches us." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path is built upon a strong foundation of integrated practice. Three daughters embody distinct yogic approaches within one household. Gyānībāī uses wisdom to transform her family, measuring spiritual age from initiation. Sevābāī's selfless service, despite rejection, ultimately leads to abundance and the redemption of her persecutors. Bhaktībāī's devotion, expressed through a single night of worship, protects the entire community from latent harm. These are not separate paths but facets of a complete life. True spirituality is not miraculous displays but grounded simplicity, kindness, and becoming a better human being. It is building a stable pyramid with all sides, not chasing one extraordinary experience. The foundation matters most. "Ten years back, I got Guru Dīkṣā, I met my master. And I got my mantra 10 years back, so I am 10 years old." "If you manage one, you will get everything. But if you want to manage everything, you will lose everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

True contentment is found in renunciation and devotion, not in worldly possessions. A contented sādhu, happy warming his food on a funeral pyre, desires nothing, not even a boon from Śiva. This illustrates that spiritual fulfillment requires no external gifts. Greed, envy, and ego destroy spiritual progress, causing one to abandon a guru for material gain, as shown when a householder expels a sādhu for a yoginī promising gold. Attachment to the impermanent leads to suffering. The guru's grace is the only essential possession. Mantra practice purifies the mind, brushing away negative thoughts like seeds caught in hair, serving as an antivirus against fear and doubt. It brings peace by activating and cleansing consciousness. "When you have his blessings, then you are successful in any way, and you will get everything you want." "Things will come, things will go... What is coming, accept it with open arms. What is going, also let it go." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Human life is the highest birth, gifted with intellect and discrimination. Do not waste this precious opportunity. Among all associations, satsang is supreme. All pilgrimages and holy places reside within the Guru's lotus feet; with the Guru present, there is no need to search elsewhere. The Guru's grace is everything. We are connected to a great spiritual lineage. The system of Yoga in Daily Life is for everyone, spreading this wisdom across the world. To be in the Guru's presence is the greatest blessing. "God is sitting in front of us. When we have Gurudev's blessings with us, when we have Him with us, then there is nothing to worry about in life." "All pilgrimages, all yātrās, everything that exists, is in the lotus feet of the Gurudev." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Today celebrates International Yoga Day and the global system of Yoga in Daily Life. Rare great beings incarnate to guide humanity. This system is respected across India and the world for making yoga accessible to all. We are blessed to be part of this era and this beautiful guidance. The practice is simple and will be continued. "Very rare Mahāpuruṣas incarnate in this universe to help and guide humankind." "Na karmāṇā na prajayā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The primordial sound Oṁ connects all humanity through its varied pronunciations across traditions. Scriptures state the universe began with this sound. As it traveled, the vibration transformed into "Amen" and "Āmīn" in other faiths, revealing a universal connection. This symbol is a gift for all mankind. A restless mind is like a monkey snatching a banana. The struggle continues as long as one holds on. The teaching is to let go. Place the banana down; the monkey takes it peacefully and calms down. Similarly, stop wrestling with thoughts. Surrender them. Practices like meditation and devotion slow the mind. A peaceful mind resides in the present, reducing stress and increasing bliss. True peace comes from surrendering all expectations to the Master. "The easiest option is to let go, put it down, and allow the mind to become peaceful." "Gurudev, you do what you are doing." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Celebrating the International Day of Yoga highlights its global recognition and benefits. The day was established to make humanity aware of yoga's advantages for individual and collective well-being. The celebration includes demonstrations of physical postures for health, particularly for the spinal column. Practices like Vajrāsana and twisting exercises are shown to alleviate back pain and increase flexibility. Strengthening āsanas and principles like bandha are demonstrated to cleanse energy and influence inner organs. Postures such as the lotus and tiger pose are presented for their therapeutic effects. The event concludes with a symbolic story emphasizing guidance in daily life. "First, there are the benefits for physical health: for good body posture and a healthy backbone." "In yoga, we call this the principle of bandha. It means we press, we squeeze certain parts of our body, and we release the bad energy from there." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A disciple reflects on the culmination of a long spiritual journey. Meeting the teacher in 1986 began a shared struggle, with the disciple's devotion fluctuating like waves. Now at eighty-five, life is in its overtime, marked by physical limitation. The waves have settled, leaving a single wish: to think only of God and to depart life in His arms, fulfilling life's ultimate dharma. Meditation was always difficult, but hard work was embraced as active practice. With activity now diminished, the focus turns inward, going deeper inside. The aim from the beginning was to meet and be with God. "When we work hard, it is also a kind of meditation, a kind of active meditation." "The aim of our life, which we actually came here for, is to meet God and to be with God." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A recollection of the consecration and opening ceremonies of Om Ashram. Photographs evoke the events. A grand procession with kalash pots moved from the village lake through Jadan to the ashram gates, accompanied by flower petals. The main stage hosted programs in a large tent. Important personalities, including a Maharaja and spiritual leaders, attended. Preparations involved installing golden kalash spires on temple tops, a task performed from a suspended basket. A special fire ceremony with mantras was held. The central event was the Prāṇa Pratiṣṭhā ritual, consecrating the temple with the simultaneous placement of all kalashas. The first Śiva Āratī in the new temple followed, filling the space with devotees. "Vishwagurujī decided that now is the right time for the Kalaśa to be installed." "The atmosphere was great. I mean, like everybody singing in unison, Shiva Āratī." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang from Střílky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajans sung to the Master: Sobhāvo Satsaṅga Re, Yogi Jāno Kī Yoga Nidrā, Dhyān Karo, Hamẽ Hī Kam Satsaṅg Hī, Sataguru Sandeśo Moyē.

The Oṁ Ashram is a living temple, shaped as the sacred syllable Oṁ. Two types of temples exist: stone and human body. The divine presence dwells in both. The Oṁ Ashram remains the only temple in the world formed as Oṁ. Oṁ is the symbol of yoga, life, and the yogi’s heart. Its construction followed ancient Vedic tradition. The foundation stone includes stones from local lands. A nine-day yajña purified the outer space and inner being. Simple people donated funds and built it with their hands. Activation came when gold-plated kalaśas were placed on its domes. A brief window of five minutes aligned cosmic forces. Cosmic energy now flows through the kalaśa directly to the Śiva Liṅgam. This energy radiates outward, transforming wrong into good. The Śiva Liṅgam bears twelve forms of Śiva and is surrounded by one thousand eight Śiva statues. The guru’s presence functions like light in a dark cave. Darkness within melts instantly before that light. Thus, the stone temple and the inner temple merge in practice. "There are two types of temples—the stone one, and the human one. There is the presence of God in both of them." "What is the value of the guru? You can see the dark cave. Then comes the light. And when the light comes—it doesn’t depend on how dark the dark in the cave was—it will disappear." Filming location: Spisska Nova Ves, Slovakia

The Guru brings light. Gu is darkness, Ru is light; the Guru is the light-giver. The light came but darkness did not accept it. To bow at the Guru’s feet is to accept that light in the heart. The Guru builds exterior stone temples and also the interior human temple. A temple’s dome has seven layers, mirroring the seven cakras. The kalaśa atop the dome receives Śiva’s universal energy. That energy awakens the earth element and flows to Mūlādhāra Cakra. Kuṇḍalinī Śakti awakens and rises through the cakras. Consciousness placed in Maṇipūra Cakra marks the halfway point. Kuṇḍalinī is that light, consciousness itself. Spiritual meaning and beauty require the rising of this inner light. This light emanates from Maṇipūra. Guru Tattva provides the strength to develop that light. Without Guru Tattva, ignorance and darkness persist. Receiving the Guru into the heart kindles the inner light brighter. Then one becomes truly human and fulfills life’s dharma—this is the Guru’s prasāda. “Gu is darkness, Ru is light, and the Guru is the one who brings the light.” “When our consciousness is in the Maṇipūra Cakra, we are all halfway—the goal is halfway reached.” Filming location: Presov, Slovakia

Devotees share stories of their first encounters with the spiritual path and teacher. These meetings often occurred during times of personal searching or societal change. Initial curiosity about yoga's physical aspects frequently opened a door to deeper spiritual understanding. The moment of receiving a personal mantra is consistently described as a powerful, life-altering event of connection. This guidance provided a framework for living, leading to dietary changes, ethical clarity, and a sense of purpose. The teacher's presence is credited with offering protection, solving family issues, and enabling personal miracles. The relationship is seen as eternal, providing unwavering support through all of life's phases. "At one point, something happened. They call it resonance. Gurudev produced a sound, and since I was attuned to the same type of sound, there was a connection." "When I entered the room where Swāmījī had a lecture on mantra, I saw a big light. And since that time, I actually opened my Anahata, and I got connected with the Guru Tattva." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Australian outback presents a vast, unpopulated landscape distinct from settled farmlands. It is not a sandy desert but open scrubland with immense distances and little sign of civilization. Travel there is unstructured, allowing one to stop freely and experience peaceful campfires. The historical and cultural situation of the Aboriginal people is complex, marked by cultural destruction and a loss of self-esteem following European settlement. There are noted linguistic similarities with Indian languages, suggesting an ancient connection. Government policies of forcibly removing Aboriginal children created a lasting social gap, leaving many caught between two worlds. "You can see a long way and you don't see anything." "I'm not really accepted in the Western culture because I'm black... you talk like a white fella." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

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