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The Art of Living: Food, Body, and Mind
True nourishment integrates proper diet, mindful practice, and inner harmony.This retreat offers a rich program for spiritual development through practice and philosophy. Utilize this opportunity fully; do not return to old habits. Physical and mental relaxation here requires a mindset beyond mere consumption. The provided … read more »
Gurupurnima evening satsang
Guru Pūrṇimā is a day to honor the guru and the spiritual lineage.Devotees from many countries gather to express gratitude for the guru's presence and blessings. The continuity of the tradition is seen as families across generations receive the guru's darśan. The day reminds all that for a … read more »
Celebration of Gurupurnima
The Guru is the one who leads from darkness to light, from mortality to immortality.A disciple's life is a struggle with karma, but the Master is a harbor of peace and knowledge. Following the Guru requires persistent daily effort, not merely attendance. The Guru's lineage channels divine light from Śiva … read more »
Evening satsang from Strilky
Seek peace in a remote, serene place free from pollution and distraction to turn the senses inward.Desires are the cause of all suffering, tormenting the mind like wild animals. The spiritual path requires following the teachings of great masters to escape these inner defilements. Guru Pūrṇimā honors the master-disciple tradition, a living … read more »
Public lecture from Prague, Czech Republic
The path to freedom is liberation from the prison of ignorance and desire.Every creature struggles for freedom, yet remains bound by emotional, intellectual, and social chains, with the heaviest being ignorance. This bondage is illustrated by a bird with an open window but a chain and weight on … read more »
The Practice of Self-Observation: Thoughts, Feelings, and Actions
The practice of self-observation is a path to self-mastery.Begin by writing down every thought, categorizing each as positive, negative, or mundane. Review them nightly to understand their balance and significance. After one week, add a column for your accompanying physical and emotional feelings. Then, … read more »
Practical Wisdom for Sustainable Living and Spiritual Practice
Sustainable living requires limiting consumption to preserve Earth's delicate balance.Human activity disrupts the natural order through concrete expansion, pollution, and resource depletion. Practical steps include reducing paper use by reading emails on screens and reusing paper. Choose food sources carefully, preferring fresh, local produce and … read more »
The Meaning of "Kī Jai" and the Path of Practical Living
The meaning of "Kī Jai" is a declaration of divine victory.We begin endeavors under divine protection, acknowledging the divine will acts through us. The phrase signifies glory to that consciousness. This must be sincere, not mere formality. In spiritual understanding, the divine is beyond gender, though … read more »
Invitation to the World Peace Summit
The core teaching is to become a small flame of wisdom and peace in a world of darkness.The message is non-duality, seeking truth to remove detrimental habits. We honor a life of simplicity and higher thought. Like the sun setting, it asks who will light the way in darkness. A single temple flame … read more »
Everything can be solved through prayer
A life without problems does not exist; problems are external and inner.Every day you awaken and retire with different feelings, encountering many things and experiencing brutish thoughts like disappointment, jealousy, and anger. The highest principle is the Guru, with Brahmā as the first guru. All beings in … read more »
I long for Guru brothers and sisters from satsang
The longing for satsa g is the central theme.I deeply long for my guru brothers and sisters, all who attend satsa g, to the point my eyes fill with tears when I think of them. It is said that where there is daily satsa … read more »
The Samādhi of Siamdas and Ramdas
The profound connection between master and disciple is illustrated through the story of Siamdas and Ramdas.A master and his disciple lived in a place near Khatu. The master announced he would enter Mahāsamādhi the next day and had a burial place prepared. His disciple, Ramdas, expressed his despair at being left … read more »
Svarga and naraka
Heaven is the forest; hell is the city.In the city, constant disturbances and fear dominate existence, a fear rooted in the human psyche despite all material things remaining present. This fear stems from attachment. True joy is found not in acquisition but in … read more »
Asmita
The final seed is the ego's fear of its own dissolution at the threshold of union with the Absolute.One approaches the door of Brahman established in samādhi, ready to become one. Yet when the door opens, the individual self asks how it will live inside and is told it will not be there, for … read more »
Ishvara Pranidhana
The destiny of the devotee is taken on by God, but one must first be a devotee.This state is Īśvara Praṇidhāna. It is not achieved through ritual offerings or verbal declarations of love. True surrender requires no act of giving anything up. One must simply be present, recognizing that divine presence is … read more »
Gurudev makes impossible wishes possible
The fulfillment of wishes depends upon the devotee's inner state and the grace of the Guru.The Guru's power can make anything possible. Yet, wishes often remain unfulfilled due to inner conflict, doubt, and a lack of sustained faith. When a wish is granted, the devotee may forget the source of grace. … read more »
Sradha
Śraddhā is the foundational quality for spiritual practice, encompassing respect, devotion, confidence, love, belief, expectation, and hope.It is traditionally directed toward parents, a master, or God. Patañjali advises the practitioner to direct this Śraddhā toward their own practice itself. One must have confidence in the practice as the sole vehicle for achievement, … read more »
Garden of spirituality
The mind is a garden you cultivate, yet a monkey within can destroy it.Through discipline, you create an inner garden of beautiful thoughts and feelings like love and wisdom. You are the gardener of this space. Conversely, some let their inner world become ruined and thorny. Devotees toil to … read more »
How to recognise yoga exercise?
Authentic yoga is found in ancient, vetted scriptures, not modern commercial adaptations.Yoga has become a commercial venture with many invented practices like laughing yoga, which are not in the śāstras. While personal practice is healthy and better than nothing, one should not be fanatical. To continue genuine … read more »
Public lecture in Blansko(CZ)
Bharatanatyam is a spiritual dance for self-realization.Its precise steps and Karnāṭaka music accompany sacred texts from Indian sages. The performance purifies the atmosphere and blesses all present. The dance titled Ānanda Nāṭamāḍuvar Tilayi depicts Śiva's cosmic dance of endless joy. Worshipping Śiva, … read more »
Harmony is within us
Health is the foundation of happiness, not external status.A healthy person is the happiest, regardless of circumstance. The most unhappy may be the richest or a beggar. Harmony is internal, not found in tablets. It comes from mutual understanding, kindness, and positive thinking. These … read more »
Accept your mistakes
Our ailment is seeing mistakes in others, not accepting our own.We fight and blame, like spouses over a lost key. Not accepting mistakes creates guilt, which breeds fear. Fear creates anger as protection, and anger creates discrepancy. Accepting mistakes frees one from guilt. Purifying the entire … read more »
Gurudev fulfills every wish
The Guru's grace makes the impossible possible.Physical gathering is preferable, but mental unity through devotion also connects us. The Guru's will transcends ordinary limitations, as seen when weather defies forecasts. The Guru principle is not a person but a divine, conscious reality … read more »
Janmasthami
The celestial celebration marks divine incarnation.Observing the sky reveals falling stars and lightnings as signs of a great incarnation's arrival. Incarnation differs from manifestation. Manifestation is the initial emergence from cosmic consciousness as pure light, without mother or father, like Sadāśiva. … read more »
Don't run away
Vairāgya is not running away from life's duties and challenges.Systematic development of vairāgya is required, but it is not escapism. The true hero never flees. Some seek sannyāsa to escape personal troubles like a difficult marriage or unemployment, but they quickly learn ashram life demands … read more »
Temptation
The path begins with mastering thoughts and cultivating vairāgya, a detachment easily misled by temptation.One vairāgya arises from hearing sacred revelations of reality's beauty and miraculous powers, inspiring a desire to achieve such states, like levitation. Between 1970 and 1980, a commercial course promised flying yogis for a high fee, … read more »
Dhyana Mulam Guru Mutri
Meditation requires steadiness, aim, and grace.Yoga techniques like prāṇāyāma and chakra śodhana purify the mind, but physical discomfort from inadequate preparation creates mental agitation, preventing true meditation. The body is like a stable glass of water; when the body moves, the … read more »
Klishta and Aklishta Vritti
The three perceptual senses of sight, sound, and smell intensely influence the mind's vṛttis, which are either painful (kliṣṭa) or non-painful (akliṣṭa).A pleasing sight, like a beautiful bush, creates harmonious thoughts that seem supportive. A disturbing sight, like a tiger, creates immediate fear that disbalances you. Pleasant sounds make you happy, while disruptive noises disturb your peace. … read more »
Withdraw your Senses
External sounds and events do not inherently disturb; disturbance arises from personal liking and disliking.Withdraw the senses and merge with the inner sound to find peace. Mental modifications are in constant flux, making it difficult to remain fixed in a state of higher knowledge. Even with dedicated practice, underlying fears … read more »
Happy Raksha Bandhan
Rakṣābandhan is a ceremony for protection and security, especially for women.It originated from a need for safety in times of human distrust. Initially, there was an era of Rāmrājya, a harmonious kingdom without borders where people lived freely and happily. Greed later arose, leading to the … read more »
Rich and Poor
True richness is found in our human birth, not in external wealth.We are blessed to be born with a healthy human body, possessing hands, legs, eyes, and intellect. This is our fundamental wealth. Being rich or poor is a state of mind. A person with billions may … read more »
How to control the Citta Vritti (meditation with pranayam)
A guided meditation on breath awareness and the selective observation of thought.Sit straight with hands on knees, eyes closed. Inhale and exhale through the left nostril, observing the abdominal breath. Be a witness to the mind's modifications. Collect all thoughts and select only the important ones. Reject … read more »
Convert your attachment into Love
The path is defined by attachment (Rāga) or detachment (Vairāgya).Vairāgya, or non-attachment, is essential for spiritual progress and cannot be realized without sacred company (satsa g). Attachment is the root of selfishness and all suffering, creating duality where universal love should reside. A story illustrates … read more »
Laziness
The human life is uniquely precious, and laziness is the thief that steals it.This opportunity for God-realization is rare, while worldly relationships are common across countless lives. The soul has slept through many existences, wasting the invaluable time given in human form. Time is life itself, more precious than … read more »
Control your Thoughts
Mastering thought is essential for spiritual practice.If you cannot control your thoughts, you cannot meditate. You sit in meditation, but your thoughts run elsewhere, like to your garden or home. Your physical body is in one place, but your feelings are with … read more »
Surrender
Complete surrender makes you an instrument for the divine master to act through.True spiritual life begins with total surrender of self-will, intellect, and possessions. When this happens, the divine master takes over and you become merely the instrument. You must let this inner master speak. Feeling this presence … read more »
Ahimsa and Discipline
The natural discipline of ahiṃsā reveals our separation from creation.Ancient sages lived in harmony, where animals felt no fear, drawn by the absence of aggression. Humans now radiate negative energy, making other creatures flee; we are not trustworthy. Ahiṃsā is the highest principle: non-violence. Anger, … read more »
Path of the Soul
The destination is one, and all paths ultimately lead to that single truth.Different masters created various techniques and paths according to different intellects, but all knowledge originates from one source. Great saints discovered the nature of the body, mind, and the soul's journey beyond death. They traced the … read more »
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (9/9)
Katha Pranam is a dynamic yogic practice influencing the entire being.This exercise complex trains the cardiovascular system and induces sweating. It moves all muscles, joints, and the spinal column, strengthening it. The practice influences inner organs, blood circulation, the hormonal system, and the subtle energy centers. … read more »
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (8/9)
Prāṇa is the life force connecting the individual soul to the Supreme.A thick curtain of ignorance, āvaraṇa, obscures this connection. Prāṇa sustains the soul within creation; its absence would paralyze the universe. This cosmic energy must be understood and used carefully, as every thought first reflects back … read more »
Satsaṅg with Moojī
Every individual has a mission; some live for themselves, but the spiritual aspirant lives for all.The spirit is the soul's radiance that enlightens the mind and controls the senses. A person living only for oneself has a limited source, like a water tank. The true source of strength and wisdom is … read more »
Work on your manipura chakra
To realize the fruits of your actions, cultivate endurance like a tree.A tree withstands years of storms and drought, developing inner strength. In yoga, work on the Maṇipūra Chakra. It holds jewels like wisdom and love, enabling peaceful action. It is the seed of consciousness, reflecting on … read more »
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (6/9)
Spiritual practice is about purifying the spirit, which is the radiance of the soul.Impurities from negative actions create layers over the soul, obstructing its light. These coverings are known as mala (impurity), vikṣepa (disturbance and doubt), and āvaraṇa (the curtain of ignorance). As long as these exist, divine vision … read more »
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (5/9)
Webcast of Swamijis evening Satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic on 24th of June 2009.
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (4/9)
The five elements are life, and prāṇāyāma masters the vital energy within them.Prāṇa is more than oxygen; it divides into ten functions within the body. Fresh air and practice make these functions healthier. The practice harmonizes the brain's hemispheres, balancing emotion and intellect. A tool called a Yogadaṇḍa … read more »
The answer is within you
Follow your inner calling in work, not force.Initial interest in a subject often fades, leaving no love for the work; you must not continue but discover different talents. High qualifications do not prevent one from finding simple work beautiful, as with a doctor … read more »
Summer seminar June, 2009 in Strilky (CZ) (3/9)
The blessed moment of meeting the Guru initiates a transformative spiritual journey.A profound inner search, marked by discontent with worldly offerings, culminates in a single vision. That first sight of the Guru penetrates deeply, instantly answering the soul's longing. The initial meeting is brief, yet the impression … read more »
The king of all Universe
You are the king of your inner world, and must balance the material and spiritual.The physical world disappoints, but the spiritual world within does not. You are the ruler of your mind and senses, yet often become their slave, losing your dignity. Do not be forced by outer pressures; follow … read more »
The Value of Spiritual Life and the Guidance of the Master
The value of a human life is realized through spiritual awakening and discipline.Only one who knows diamonds can price them; most humans are selfish and forget their worth in a "use and throw" society. Value is lost when gratitude is forgotten. Spiritual guidance is found in bhajans and … read more »
Meditate within your body
Meditation is an inner journey to discover the self within the body.The first step of true astral travel is to journey through the entire body. As in the universe, so is in the body; all qualities like happiness, peace, desire, and jealousy are perfectly arranged inside. Your … read more »