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Let be as it is
The ātmā's journey seeks peace beyond the temporary body.All beings, in any body, search for peace and harmony. We attach to this form, believing it to be permanent, working hard for it and fearing its end. Yet, upon leaving, nothing material accompanies the soul—not … read more »
Opening of inner eyes
The inner light and the practice of trāṭak reveal the soul's journey.The soul enters the body like a seed finding its place, guided by an inner light from the navel. This light is the jīva, the soul itself, present in all creation. Every seed, tree, and creature … read more »
Tratak and the inner meditation
The practice of Trāṭaka extends beyond external gaze to the awakening of inner vision.We clean the physical eyes with Triphalā to prepare. Yet true sight is internal. Most practitioners sit for meditation with closed eyes but lack the technique to see inwardly, like a blind person missing a door … read more »
Helpful techniques for our eyes
Trāṭaka is a yogic gazing technique for eye care and subtle awakening.It involves fixing the gaze on a single point like a flame or a black spot. This practice can lead to perceiving inner light, but these sensations are physiological, not spiritual revelations. The eyes are extremely … read more »
Try to become a real Yogi
Yoga is a complete spiritual path beyond physical exercise.We must remain vigilant and protective during this pandemic, praying for all beings. Yoga's true essence is found in ancient teachings and sāttvic living, not merely in postures. India is a sacred land of incarnations, yet … read more »
Prayer is the first step to the Cosmic Self
The tradition of prayer and reverence sustains all life.We live by the grace of saints, prayers, and sacred places. This practice comes from the divine and is universal, expressed in greetings like "Namaste." Prayer is essential, whether directed toward a form or the formless. … read more »
Yoga is for all creatures
Our journey is a spiritual ascent and return toward the Cosmic Self.Life is a journey from the womb toward the Supreme. We accumulate experiences as we grow. Reaching a peak is like a Himalayan summit, a point of clarity before the descent back down. This cycle mirrors … read more »
The work of Hatha Yoga
Haṭha Yoga is the purification of body, mind, and soul.This purification permeates the entire human being. Every creature has its own connection to God. A purified yogī attracts animals and birds, as described in ancient songs. This practice also represents cosmic principles. There are two … read more »
Yoga and Shiva Bhagawan
Yoga is the universal path connecting the individual to the cosmic Self through Śiva.Haṭha Yoga is a primary means to reach this state, placing practitioners under Śiva's protection. The mantra "Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya" purifies the entire being; even the shortened "Śiv" aligns with the heartbeat, embedding the divine within. … read more »
Meaning of Yoga and Hatha Yoga
Haṭha Yoga is widely misunderstood as merely physical postures, yet it is a profound spiritual path requiring direct guidance.Many seek only its external forms, but true practice involves the subtle channels of energy and consciousness. Learning from brief trainings or distant sources provides incomplete, theoretical knowledge. Just as a child needs a mother's physical … read more »
How to practice Tratak
Trāṭak is the practice of gazing on a single point.It is a foundational technique within Haṭha Yoga for developing concentration and vision. Correct practice strengthens the eyes, but error can cause harm, so guidance from a thoroughly trained teacher is essential. One method is to … read more »
Hatha Yoga and Kapalabathi
Haṭha Yoga is a discipline of immediate action and purification.It connects one with inner determination and the effort to achieve well-being. The practice begins now, not later, to overcome laziness. Its core techniques cleanse the body: netī, dhautī, bastī, naulī, and kapālabhāti. Kapālabhāti specifically purifies … read more »
Sanka Prakshalana
The practice of Śa kha Prakṣālana cleanses the digestive system.This technique uses warm salt water and specific postures. The process must be guided by a knowledgeable teacher. Begin on an empty morning stomach after fasting from sunset. Drink a quarter liter of warm salt water. … read more »
Practice well
Haṭha Yoga is a supreme path requiring correct practice.The techniques of nauli and basti are essential for purifying the digestive system. A proper diet is foundational: eat vegetarian meals every five to six hours, leaving space in the stomach, and fast overnight. This physical … read more »
Sattvic food and healthy body
The global family of yoga practices Sarvahitāsana for universal benefit.Practitioners worldwide integrate sattvic food and spirituality into daily life. During this time, families are together at home, sharing education and peace. Sarvahitāsana is a beneficial, adaptable practice for all, regardless of age or ability. One … read more »
It is time to help others
A global crisis reveals our shared humanity and calls for immediate, compassionate action.A pandemic has caused widespread suffering. Governments and individuals are striving to respond. This is a time for practical help, not hesitation. Meditation and prayer are valuable, but tangible support for neighbors, the elderly, and children … read more »
How can we go towards the Cosmic Self
Yoga practice cultivates health and spiritual progress.Practitioners experience harmony, peace, and happiness. A sattvic lifestyle without meat, alcohol, or drugs is essential. For meditation, a kuśa grass mat is recommended to properly channel energy and dispel negativity. True yoga is a gradual … read more »
Try to know what we should do
The soul's journey is from confinement to freedom.Our true Self is a droplet of the cosmic ocean, the jīva in all life. This essence cannot be killed; it merely changes form, like water becoming vapor and rain. The human body is a cage … read more »
How to practice neti and dhauti?
The science of yoga is one, though its techniques are many.The supreme truth is singular: there is only Brahman, without a second. The Guru lineage is that one, continuous truth, like a single seed producing consistent fruit across ages. Do not seek many teachers; a single … read more »
Keep your body healthy
The human form is a divine gift, yet we misuse it through ignorance and conflict.Spiritual practice is the key to harmony. True knowledge is held by humble sages, not those who proclaim their own greatness. The cosmos is consciousness, structured through five distinct layers or kośas. Yoga is the union … read more »
How to purify ourselves
The foundation of practice is purification and awareness.One must know the proper place for things and act with appropriateness. Common sense is not always taught, so we must learn. We sit and chant without knowing the meaning. Please listen and respect others; be … read more »
The beauty of a tree
The tree of life stands as a constant shelter for all beings.A great tree endures all seasons, offering shade and refuge. Countless creatures live within its roots, climb its trunk, and nest in its branches. It provides leaves, flowers, and fruits, giving its body as food and … read more »
We are full of the divinity
The Yoga in Daily Life program spreads widely through its intrinsic value.A key component is Sarvahitā Āsana, a set of exercises created collectively for universal benefit, suitable for all ages and capacities. This practice, alongside others like Bārikhātu Praṇām, serves as vital medicine for well-being. Consistent practice … read more »
We need a Guru
Yoga requires a guru for true guidance, not mere physical practice.The Bhagavad Gītā states both the formless and manifest paths are equal, but for embodied beings, sādhanā is easier with a guru's clear instruction. Modern yoga often lacks this, focusing only on āsana and prāṇāyāma without … read more »
Be the Lion
Welcome to all who have journeyed from afar.You have traveled a great distance. Where there is love and divine feeling, there is no distance; it is always close. This center now serves for spiritual practice. A story is shared about a disciple whose … read more »
How and where can we find God?
Worldly knowledge is limited, while spirituality is a living tradition beyond it.All beings contain a divine essence, a soul that is part of the living God. This reality is structured within the five sheaths of the body, from the physical to the blissful. Yoga is the eternal … read more »
We are under the protection
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Slovenska vas, Slovenia.We are human, we should be brothers and sisters. We should be happy that at least we have a shelter and we can be peaceful in our house. We are all devotees of Gurudev. Become a … read more »
Religion must be living
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Slovenska vas, Slovenia.How does trinity appear in the prayer mudra. I am in the cosmos and the cosmos is in me. Folded hands mean you and me are one. We always greet God with respect. We don't know … read more »
Do not be afraid
A message for the challenging times of the Kali Yuga.Protection begins with oneself, like securing your oxygen mask first to help others. We pray for blessings, peace, and harmony for all. True peace within creates peace for everyone. In this period, avoid certain forceful breathing … read more »
Give proper education
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Slovenska vas, Slovenia.Today's children will go on the good path. When we are planting a tree fruits will come after some years. We should be a good family, give proper education to the children. There is yoga inside, … read more »
Positive life and health
Sattvic living and morning discipline confer protection and vitality.Historical calamities like pandemics and droughts have occurred, yet practitioners of yoga and vegetarianism remain resilient. A global inquiry revealed no infections among such practitioners during the recent pandemic, indicating the protective power of a pure … read more »
The living wisdom of Gurudev
The light of the Guru is the eternal flame present after the sun sets.This flame is invoked through mantras bowing to the divine light. All are one in devotion, and prosperity encompasses health and good feelings. Spiritual practice is simple and powerful. Personal health challenges arose from dietary neglect … read more »
Blessing from Satyajuga
We are gathered in the flow of spiritual time, within Kali Yuga.We are connected to a lineage from Satya Yuga, symbolized by the Alaknandā River and saints like Ālakpurījī. This river represents our strong, collective spiritual current. In this age, performing right effort leads to Brahmaloka. Sanātana … read more »
There are signs of our fate in our body
The heart seeks oneness with the divine through devotion.The hands and their lines reveal individual destiny and spiritual energy. Each fingerprint is unique, just as every leaf on a tree shares a design but is distinct. The lines on the palm indicate one's path … read more »
Respect God
The divine principle is immanent within the natural order and our own being.The sun is a constant divine presence, essential for life; without its balance with the moon, earthly stability would fail. This cosmic balance mirrors the delicate equilibrium within our own bodies, where each organ is vital. … read more »
The Radiation of Holy Places
A pilgrimage is a journey of the heart to purify oneself at a holy place.I have been here for three months, observing the great atmosphere and disciplined bhaktas. We welcome you to this beautiful day at our āśram. Many came from various countries, all respectful and healthy. Our programs and … read more »
The Essence of Satsaṅga
Satsa ga is the association with truth and the gathering of the virtuous.'Sat' means truth, God, purity, and the divine place. 'Kuśa ga' is negative association, marked by anger and fear. Satsa ga is to be with all in oneness, creating peace and harmony. It is like birds … read more »
The Inner States: Jagrat, Svapna, Suṣupti, and Beyond
States of consciousness reveal our inner and outer life.Waking activity is for the outer world, using all energy from sunrise to sunset. In sleep, we are within ourselves, aware of the inner self filled with divine feeling. This sleep is not nothing; it is … read more »
The value of the satsang
Satsa g and a sacred morning routine create a divine atmosphere for spiritual life.The environment of an ashram provides peace, which is the result of true satsa g. In genuine satsa g, there should not be excessive singing or instrumental music, as this creates business and distracts from the … read more »
Spirituality and joy
Spirituality is the essence of joy and oneness.It arises from the harmonious union of fundamental principles within nature. The earth provides a maternal foundation, while a paternal energy of light and life animates existence. This union represents the divine source. True spirituality manifests … read more »
Only oneness leads to happiness
The resonance of Aum is the fundamental vibration of all existence, connecting Earth, the lokas, and Brahmā loka.Consciousness has no desire, while the inert world cannot act. All apparent forms arise from the one resonance of Akāra, Ukāra, and Makāra. The seeker must follow the inner self, as everything external is temporary and … read more »
The Dharma Daṇḍa
Dharma is the supreme authority, a universal law that administers justice beyond any human power.A king proclaims he alone is exempt from punishment, but the Guru arrives to correct this. The Guru declares that even a king, as a human, is subject to the daṇḍa, the stick representing divine punishment. … read more »
Pranayama mudra
The gesture of Namaste connects the heart to the cosmic Self.The hands are folded at the chest with thumbs placed correctly, and the gaze ascends from the fingers to the sacred images. This signifies the connection from the individual heart to the divine. The two hands … read more »
We should not have duality
The divine lineage is eternal, manifesting across all ages.From the Satya Yuga through to the present, this sacred tradition continues. Great saints perpetually appear, representing a twofold divine expression: one is the singular incarnation of God for an era, and the other is the … read more »
Development or destruction
The divine presence is perceived in all creation, and every creature possesses innate wisdom.Humans are not superior; ants sense rain and move their eggs, birds change plumage, and all life anticipates natural cycles. Water is life and divinity, a fundamental element. Spiritual growth begins with reverence for the mother … read more »
The inner beauty
The body is limited, yet consciousness exists beyond it.Within are many layers of existence, like clouds or worlds beyond the sun. The elements dissolve at death; one does not simply return. The same single soul exists in all beings, from an elephant to an … read more »
Practice with Vishwaguruji from Strilky
A session of yoga and chanting integrates physical postures with devotional practice.Proper alignment and breath control are essential for the exercises. Instructions must be followed precisely to avoid incorrect practice. The postures connect the practitioner to natural forms and animals. Chanting the Satguru Chalisa invokes divine blessings … read more »
Honoring the Lineage: Ancestors, Liberation, and the Guru's Seat
Honor the lineage of ancestors and gurus, for they guide our path.We become ancestors for the future. Remember them daily. Their guidance ensures we proceed smoothly on our journey. We are connected through this constant lineage. Perform ceremonies and maintain respect for both family and spiritual ancestors. … read more »
Sri SatGuru Chalisa
The Satguru Chalīsā is a sacred text for meditation and crossing worldly existence.We worship the all-pervasive creator, the supreme incarnation. Without this grace, no one crosses the ocean of worldly life. All sages meditate upon this presence. Spiritual knowledge is given to the heart, resulting in fearlessness and … read more »
Explanation of Sri SatGuru Chalisa
The true Guru embodies supreme humility and constant remembrance of God.A genuine Guru is simple, accessible, and serves all without drama, unlike those who remain distant. The greatest quality is to feel one with all hearts, not to seek prominence. The Guru's life is a seamless … read more »