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Spiritual practice is an immeasurable inner process, not a quantifiable study. It cultivates humility and compassion, guided by the principle of non-violence: do not do to others what you dislike for yourself. Techniques like seeing auras are mere toys compared to this core development. Liberation is the culmination of lifelong practice, realized fully at life's end when no new karma is created. In physical practice, correct breathing is typically through the nostrils, though specific techniques may vary. Maintain total devotion and focus in your practice, as you would when driving. If confronted by overwhelming energy during meditation, you must seek to control it, for instance by opening your eyes and moving. "To see the aura, to do this or that, is all for your contentment. There is an inner process, you know, that you cannot measure." "Practice and practice and practice. Perfect mokṣa will be the last minutes of life. Because then there is no chance to do any karma."

Gurumantra is the prana in the body

The Kingdom of the Yogīs is Guru Mantra and the divine design. Meditation without mantra is a body without soul. Oṁ is the king of mantras, and Guru Mantra is the apex. The body of seventy-two thousand nāḍīs mirrors the universe. Every organ, nerve, and function has its own meaning. The highest tattva is Guru Tattva. Guru is Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśvara Śiva. The foundation of meditation is the Guru's form. Worship is rooted in the Guru's feet. The essence of mantra is the Guru's instruction. Liberation comes through the Guru's grace. The mantra is a seed to be planted in the heart of love. Following the Guru's words leads to success. Devotion to the Guru is paramount. Contentment with one's own body and life is essential. The holy feet of saints are worshipped because God honored them. "Meditation without mantra is a body without soul." "Dhyānamūlaṁ Guru Mūrti, Pūjāmūlaṁ Guru Padam, Mantramūlaṁ Guru Vākyaṁ, Mokṣamūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Christmas is the festival of Unity

Christmas reveals the incarnation of love, light, and oneness. Rarely is its true spirit known. Most celebrate without this knowledge, leading to conflict in God's name. True worship respects all religions and incarnations equally, seeing God in everyone. The Hindu tradition exemplifies this by honoring all paths. When we know Jesus as the embodiment of mercy, we cease causing suffering. God is one positive energy known by many names. Our duty is to adore this universal presence. Festivals exist to cultivate love, kindness, and shared understanding, uniting families and communities. Human fear is profound and diminishes our strength. Spiritual faith, an injection of God, counters this fear and maintains peace. Culture is carried by people and brings joy; we must respect all cultures. The real celebration involves praying for the lonely and serving others, surrendering all actions to God to become instruments of light and peace. "To worship that Jesus and that Christmas is real worship. If we do not respect others, then they suffer." "Love unites, and jealousy divides. Love creates harmony, and doubts create fear." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Healing power of God's name

Purifying the antaḥkaraṇa through mantra and energy awareness is essential. Chanting the holy name creates healing through sound therapy. Inner colors may appear during meditation; trust and don't force them. The antaḥkaraṇa must stay pure to repel foreign energy. Foreign energy enters through words, looks, touch, eating, and relationships. It causes restlessness, aggression, and mental fog. A strong spiritual immunity prevents such attacks. Existing foreign energy tortures and repeats negative thought patterns. This blocks Viśuddhi Cakra, leading to memory loss and inability to love. Captive animals suffer; let nature live free. Human home is not a prison, but inner happiness is required. Different relations and languages transmit wrong energy, damaging brain centers and spirituality. Desires and temptations breed unhappiness and negative karma. Practice mantra, meditation, Prāṇāyāma, vegetarian diet, fasting, and inner purification. Never think others stupid or oneself best; hold humility. Energy contaminates objects like restaurant cups; maintain personal cleanliness. Parental love and proper social education are vital for a child’s healthy psyche. Chanting purifies and changes brain waves; observe inwardly without emotion. "When we chant the name of God, this is called sound therapy. When the sound therapy is with that name, which we understand, then it has an effect on the body as a healing." "Keep your words, keep your saṅkalpa, and keep your antaḥkaraṇa pure. And chanting purifies, and again the brain waves will change." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Taste of the Divine Nectar

The soul’s journey is to taste the essence-mountain of self-realization through discipline. All worldly tastes become tasteless once the divine taste is known. The soul, a traveler, wanders through endless births seeking that taste. Only disciplined sattvic practice, such as Yoga in Daily Life, safely reveals it. Undisciplined attempts at powerful sadhana invite harm. Human life provides the chance to purify karma and create good karma. Mercy toward creatures generates positive karma. The essence, called gunda, is the nectar flowing from the Supreme. The mountain, giri, is its source within. Without guru parampara and traditional teaching, deeper meanings stay hidden. A firm sankalpa, a resolve, is necessary for self-realization. This resolve must remain unbroken despite repeated failures. Willpower alone can achieve the impossible. Good deeds are deposited with the Divine, and forgiveness is sought for mistakes. The soul that awakens becomes peaceful. The whole world is one family. That taste, once experienced, makes everything else insignificant. “Cakalena musafir guṇḍāgīrī.” “Make now your saṅkalpa. And don’t give up this saṅkalpa lifelong.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The way to the Light

Satsaṅg is the company of truth that leads to spiritual development. Truth is the unchanging reality, Brahman, while the changing world is temporary. The soul descends through various births, bound by past karma, to experience life on Earth. Humans possess intellect and freedom of choice, making them responsible for creating new karma. The soul is a mixture of the individual consciousness and the universal Self. Through human life, one can purify karma and realize the true Self. Education and company from childhood shape one's mentality and path. Good society, or satsaṅg, inspires positive development, while bad society, or kusaṅga, leads to distraction and suffering. Temptations like addiction appear attractive but ultimately ensnare. True friendship is a partnership walking the path of truth. One should seek the company that elevates consciousness and makes good resolutions. "Sat means truth, and that truth is what we call brahma satya, jagat mithyā." "Humans have a different law... that is called intellect, which has the capacity of saṅkalpa and vikalpa." Filming location: Moravske Toplice, Slovenia

Open eyes means equal vision

Strive for Self-realization through equal vision and inner wealth. The saint Sūradāsa implores the divine to overlook his faults, acknowledging God as possessing equal vision, samadṛṣṭi. When a master or friend makes distinctions based on status or wealth, the relationship is not genuine; it should be non-dual. True disciples are rich not in money but in the wisdom of the lineage, a completeness that remains full. Knots in the heart, formed by likes and dislikes, are the source of suffering. To see all equally is to open the eye of knowledge and love. Judging others as inferior stems from blindness; searching one's own heart reveals one's own faults. Contentment is true wealth, while craving material possessions is a burden that enslaves. Perform good deeds, give blessings, and help those in need. The essence of all scripture is that giving pleasure brings pleasure, and giving trouble brings trouble. "Prabhujī mere avaguṇa chitta na dharo. Samadṛṣṭi hai nām tihāro, chahe to pār karo." "Jab dil khojā apnā, mujhse burā nahī̃." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Don't sleep in a dream of ignorance

Awaken to life's true purpose before the train of time departs. Life is given according to destiny and karma, not age. The moment of departure is unknown. One must become alert and conscious to board the train; it will not wait. All worldly attachments—family, possessions, country—are left behind. Nothing material accompanies you. The purpose is the awakening of consciousness into God-realization. Practice the techniques given by the wise; otherwise, this chance is lost. Attachment is a noose causing suffering and conflict. Detachment is not neglect but love without suffering, granting freedom. After death, you face the consequences of your karma in compartments of heaven or hell, falling into a directionless nothingness. Yet, human life is beautiful and meant to be enjoyed. You came alone and will depart alone. Achieve the liberation of self-realization through spiritual practice. "Chetan ho jaare musā, phir gaḍī ānewalī hai. Gaḍī ānewalī hai, gaḍī jānewalī hai." "I belong to no one. You cannot hold me. I am like the wind... but I will always be with you." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Hanuman Chalisa is for everyone

The Hanumān Chālīsā is a universal spiritual text. It consists of forty poems glorifying Hanuman, composed by the saint Tulsīdās from his realization. This chant is for everyone, transcending religion, as spiritual truth is one. Its power has been observed; playing it for cows brought relaxation and increased milk yield, demonstrating healing through sound resonance. The mantra's vibration can dispel illness, promoting peace and health. Hanuman remains on earth by Rāma's command to protect devotees. Animals possess great knowledge and loyalty, as seen in langurs that refuse to eat the Sītā Phal fruit out of respect. They are family members, and their destruction imbalances the world. Spiritual awareness, found in texts like the Chālīsā, uplifts and liberates consciousness, removing fear. The poem begins by adoring the guru's lotus feet, the source of prosperity and wisdom. True greatness, like Tulsīdās's, does not proclaim itself. Hanuman symbolizes pure, fearless strength and intellect, never used for negativity, and is invoked for removing troubles. "It is not only for Hindus, but for anyone who wishes to receive its benefit." "Every spiritual word, every spiritual sentence is uplifting, inspiring, liberating, and removes the fear." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Think over what you have realized the past year

Oṁ is the primordial seed of all creation, present within each being. This sound lies dormant at the navel, manifesting as the three levels of Parā, Paśyantī, and Vaikharī, corresponding to the divine trinity and the three qualities of nature. It permeates past, present, and future. Our destiny is seeded in the past, cultivated in the present, and bears fruit in the future. The present moment is for diligent practice, or sādhanā, to align with the right direction. Modern life has created confusion, obscuring this truth. Yet, chanting Oṁ vibrates through every cell, purifying consciousness and connecting one to the eternal reality beyond all dogma. This sound is the unifying force of the universe, the essence of yoga. Consistent spiritual practice is essential to dispel the ignorance that breeds fear and to realize the inner treasure. "Our future, our destiny, our fate, is in the womb of the past." "Without practice there is no achievement."

Yoga: practice and theory

Yoga is the discipline of reunion with the divine source. The word signifies oneness, union, and balance. We are all individual expressions of the one universal reality, like apples from a single tree. A curtain of ignorance obscures this truth, but belief does not alter the underlying reality. Our actions create karma, shaping individual destiny across lifetimes. The soul naturally desires to return to its origin, just as a sprout grows toward light. This merging of the individual with the cosmic is yoga. It requires removing negative thoughts, which are like sand in food, to achieve harmony. Discipline is essential, channeling energy through purposeful movement and balanced activity. The restless mind must be controlled, akin to guiding a ball toward a goal in sport. True yoga transcends competition, embodying love and renunciation. "Yoga means oneness. Yoga means union. In our context, it means reunion." "This individual coming together with the source is called yoga. Then, there is one; there is no two." Filming location: London, UK

Eat well and practice

The beauty of life is found in its natural state, not in artificial enhancements. Nature displays a beautiful spectrum of color and age. Fashion and chemical products like makeup stem from desire, which hinders higher consciousness. These items are expensive, full of chemicals, and create dependency while damaging the skin. Yoga practice regenerates the body, improves circulation, and supports glands and organs. Natural oils like sesame or olive oil are healthy for the skin, unlike blocking creams. Our diet is crucial; natural foods are needed as the body will produce what it lacks. Avoid excessive meat, linked to cancer, and processed foods. Dedicate time daily to yoga and prāṇāyāma for health, happiness, and true beauty that comes from within. "Fashion kills people... As long as you have desire, you cannot proceed towards higher consciousness." "Yoga regenerates our body, the cells, our skin. It is great support for our gland systems, organs, and blood circulation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Relations to our ancestors

Honor the ancestors and the roots of dharma. This day signifies supporting ancestors toward liberation, called mokṣa or heaven. The tradition originates from the ancient Sarasvatī River culture. The people called themselves Āryas. The name "Hindu" was given later; it signifies removing violence. The Vedas emerged from this culture along the Sarasvatī. Human identity was once based on family lineage, not nationality. This ancestral thread must not be broken. Performing rites for parents is a duty that ensures family harmony and blessings. Spiritual achievement supports and liberates ancestors and descendants. One who is bound by karma cannot liberate others. True liberation requires inner purity. The essence is to live in harmony, honoring our roots and duties. "The word 'Hindu' means: 'hiṃsā' is violence, and 'do' means to take away. So, remove the hiṃsā and follow ahiṃsā, non-violence." "When you become an ātmā jñānī, you liberate 14 generations: 7 from the past and 7 from the coming generations." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A Pilgrimage to the Sacred Himalayas

A pilgrimage to the sacred Himalayas reveals a landscape of profound spirituality and urgent change. The journey centers on Badrināth and the high caves of the guru paramparā. Reaching Śrī Devapurījī’s cave near Sūryakund is a demanding ascent, undertaken with devotion. The path to Alakpurījī’s cave passes holy sites like Gaṇeśa’s cave and the Vasudhara waterfall, where the water’s flow is said to reflect one’s inner state. These mountains are alive with spiritual energy and presences. Yet, they are undergoing visible transformation; glaciers are receding and breaking, a change observed with sorrow. This imposes a duty to protect nature. The journey requires both physical preparation and spiritual humility. The area’s power dictates that one must be welcomed; forceful entry is met with consequence. The paramparā’s roots are here, offering a connection to liberation. "In this area, things happen that cannot be measured with a normal mind." "The real condition is that you must acclimatize... You must know it is 3,400 meters; this is not 1,000 meters." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Meaning of Satguru

The spiritual lineage of the Satguru is the highest principle for liberation. Humanity began near Mount Kailāśa. The first human was Śiva, the universal consciousness without parents. He manifested the spiritual sciences and the trinity: Brahmā the creator, Viṣṇu the sustainer, and Śiva the liberator. Two parallel energies exist: divine and negative. The highest principle is the Guru Tattva. Spiritual ṛṣis performed sādhanā; all humans are their children, carrying this essence. Ascent or fall depends on one's company. A true Satguru is recognized post-Mahāsamādhi; their successor becomes the living Guru. The Gurū Granth Sāhib is the living embodiment of the Guru. Liberation requires following an authentic paramparā. One's intellect becomes polluted without this proper lineage, akin to the mixing described as varaṇa-saṅkara. The guru-paramparā protects from negative tendencies. Know your source and walk in those footsteps. "According to authentic declaration, Guru Tattva is the highest tattva." "Liberation will come only if you follow the spiritual lineage." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Sharad Purnima 2015

The root of suffering is acting opposite to our true nature, driven by greed, competition, and attachment. Worldly ambition creates conflict and karma, like companies overproducing or teachers clinging to students. This ignorance prevents the bliss of being. Authentic spirituality requires letting go, giving, and practicing real yoga—a science of body, mind, and soul—not commercial movement. Special days and symbols, like the full moon or rudrākṣa, remind us to live in harmony and utilize nature's gentle energies wisely. True knowledge is in quality, not quantity. Give love and service; happiness and peace will follow. "For a saint, every day is a Dīvālī or a Christmas, and all seven days are a festival." "Try to give, do not take. And when we give, we will get it." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Blessing the new ashram in Debrecen

The purpose of human life is to realize our divine nature and achieve liberation. I travel globally to serve our community and projects, from India to the United Nations, focusing on environmental protection, education, and peace. Our work grows like a tree from a seed. True service means caring for all beings, as helping hands are more valuable than folded ones. We must remember we are human, which means being protectors, not destroyers. This awareness brings the light of kindness and forgiveness, dispelling negative qualities like darkness. Our aim is self-realization, where the knower, knowledge, and object become one. This human life is a rare chance to cross the final milestone to liberation, not merely to live like animals. Practices like yoga and Āyurveda are the two wings to fly towards the divine. We must live to help, protect, and love all. "Within you is the ocean of immortality. Within you is the fountain of joy. And within you is the immortal soul. Kill this little ‘I’ and lead divine life." "Don’t make the mistake again to be reborn." Filming location: Debrecen, Hungary

Liberation of the soul

The mind is a mighty power that can create bondage or liberation. It is produced by desires and dominates the senses. The soul descends to earth through four ways: from moisture, eggs, sprouts, or the womb. Each soul carries its own destiny shaped by karma. The individual soul, or Jīva, is bound by this karma and experiences duality. The true Self, Ātmā, is pure, unchanging consciousness, identical with Brahman. The world is an illusion, a horizon that recedes as one approaches. Human birth is a rare opportunity to realize this truth and break the cycle of rebirth. One must not become a slave to the senses but recognize oneself as the king within. Enlightenment melts the karmic snowball, leaving only pure Śiva. "Brahma satya, jagat mithyā." "Tum manindriyon kā rājā, Yeh sab terī prajā, Mat kar iskī gulāmī." Filming location: Hungary

Evolution of the Universe

The essence of practice is discipline, and the nature of being is pure consciousness. You began yoga seeking health and peace. Interest grows through study, but a gram of practice outweighs tons of theory. Consistent daily discipline is essential, like daily nourishment. Begin practice now, not tomorrow. Morning practice, though difficult initially, brings lasting freedom and energy. Authentic yoga leads to inner peace and harmony, not jealousy. True schools exist within a timeless lineage. The universe arises from pure consciousness, which has no desire, and space, which cannot act. Between them emerges Icchā Śakti, the power of desire. The primordial sound OM awakens the creative energy, forming the three qualities and the Trinity. Resonance within every cell is fundamental. We are that pure, spotless consciousness—the Ātmā. Within it, resonance gathers and individual awareness awakens. This awareness supervises the intellect and mind. The soul, like a wave or a ball, journeys through experience, longing to return to its source. This life is an instrument; ignorance leads to darkness, while awareness leads home. "Tons of theory are nothing compared with a gram of practice." "Consciousness has no desire, and space can’t do anything. Between them, these two, is called desire, Icchā Śakti." Filming location: Szeged, Hungary

Yoga can help

Yoga is a holistic science for body, mind, and soul, leading to health and liberation. It is an ancient practice for physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Health is life; without it, there is only suffering. Daily practice purifies the inner instrument, dispelling the darkness of ignorance and negative thoughts. The primary cause of illness is incorrect diet, as every morsel consumed transforms into one's energy and destiny. Harmony in family and society is essential nourishment, as mental tension manifests as physical disease. Physical postures should be practiced according to one's capacity, not forced. Prānāyāma regulates energy, releases tension, and prevents disease by cleansing the body. What you eat, the company you keep, and the thoughts you entertain all constitute nourishment that shapes your health. Practice systematically, avoid negative influences, and follow a sattvic diet. "Yoga is a science of body, mind, and soul. And it helps us to maintain our physical, mental, social, and spiritual health." "Each and every corn is written with the name of who will eat it. Similarly, in everyone’s desires, this is kismat, karma; destiny is written."

Peace tree planting in Hodmezovasarhely

This tree planting is an act for peace and environmental care. We all belong to one Earth and must protect the particular spot where we live. Protecting nature is a great challenge, as humans threaten it by taking resources. To plant a tree is to plant a life for humans and all creatures. Peace itself is the way forward. This tree stands as a testament for peace and the importance of agriculture, which is fundamental for our future. This blessed tree is for peace; touch it with a positive wish to find peace in your heart. "When the last tree will be chopped off and the last fish will die, oh man, then you can’t eat your dollars." "There is no way to peace, but peace is the way." Filming location: Tree Hodmezofvasarhely, Hungary

Celebration of Dasara 2015

The natural life of the āśram is a simple, communal existence. Today's gathering reflects that spontaneous spirit. The discourse returns to the significance of Navarātri and the Divine Mother. The feminine principle embodies universal love, protection, and hospitality, distinct from masculine qualities. We worship divine forms like Saraswatī for their symbolic qualities—knowledge, art, wisdom—which are endless. Ancient scriptures like the Rāmāyaṇa contain profound human wisdom now often neglected in libraries. The story of Rāvaṇa illustrates the destructive power of ego, which manifests as pride, anger, and jealousy. Despite his great knowledge and power, his ego led to his downfall. He attempted to defy destiny, or Vidhātā, which writes our life according to karma. His effort to change his daughter's destined marriage failed, proving destiny's immutable law. His final defeat by Rāma, aided by Vibhīṣaṇa, symbolizes truth's victory over ego. The ten heads of Rāvaṇa represent the ten negative qualities within us that must be surrendered. Navarātri's worship culminates in this victory of good, blessed by the Divine Mother's energy. "Within you is the ocean of immortality, nectar. Kill this little 'I' and lead a divine life." "What Vidhātā has written, like that will be my life." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Spiritual poems

A spiritual writer perceives past, present, and future through meditation, crafting songs and poems that are dialogues with the self. Ordinary thought can either fuel problems or solve them. We must analyze our relationship with inner noise, distinguishing between necessary and nonsensical thoughts. Writing stems from concrete, lived experience—often the author's own psychic or situational struggles—transformed into universal insight. True creative work, done with love, becomes a lasting, divine offering. We must awaken from ignorance, for human life is a fleeting chance for spiritual progress. A true master is the awakened one who guides others with fresh, flowing wisdom. Ultimately, nothing we collect is truly ours; only what we give has lasting value. "One line is a question, and the second part is the answer. First, the spiritual seeker is asking, warning oneself." "Chet means awake, be alert, be conscious. Don't run here and there in the world. This will not help you. You have to wake up and go inside." Filming location: London, UK

Pranayama: practice and theory

Prāṇa is the vital energy influenced by the food and company one consumes. A sādhu, strict in his practice, refused a meal offered by a bandit, knowing its energy was tainted. The bandit, transformed by the encounter, later arranged for pure food to be sent from a restaurant. After eating it, the sādhu was overcome with greed upon seeing a golden temple statue and attempted to steal it. While fleeing, the negative influence of the food dissipated, purifying his prāṇa. Clear thought returned, allowing him to cleverly avoid capture by pretending to bathe the deity. The nature of one's food directly shapes the mind and energy. Sattvic nourishment fosters sattvic thoughts and actions. "What kind of food you are using, and from whom, that will change the mind and energy, the prāṇa." "Be the light means as long as this light is here, darkness will not come here."

Fundamentals of practicing yoga

Āsana is a posture for practice, not liberation itself. The spine must be straight and the body relaxed, as in Vajrāsana, but any comfortable position allows breathing. The word 'āsana' holds multiple meanings: a seat, a bed, or a yoga mat. Language requires discernment between the literal meaning, the felt meaning, and the knowledge behind the words. The human being is composed of five sheaths. The physical body is the Annamaya Kośa, the sheath of nourishment. The vital energy is the Prāṇamaya Kośa; prāṇa is the source of life itself. The mental sheath is the Manomaya Kośa; the mind creates one's perceived world. The sheath of intellect and knowledge is the Vijñānamaya Kośa, which controls the mind. The innermost sheath is the Ānandamaya Kośa, the sheath of bliss. Ultimate realization is the merging of knower, knowledge, and object into oneness, which is samādhi. This supreme state is beyond the three qualities, a pure, immovable consciousness present in all. The formless highest reality is Brahman. The Guru is that embodiment of knowledge and supreme bliss. One must practice systematically, using tools like prāṇāyāma to purify the body and awaken consciousness, leading to this direct realization. "Through postures alone, we cannot get liberation." "As long as you will say there is a God, it is a duality. You are not that one." Filming location: London, UK

Navaratri - awaken the energy in you to awaken the inner joy

Sanātana Dharma is the eternal principle of life present in all existence, from vegetation to matter like crystals and sand. This life force is balanced and moves within Sanātana, becoming visible and beautiful in living forms. Within a single body, countless microscopic lives interact in a constant, gentle process. Thus, one life encompasses many souls. This entire creation is a miraculous process of Sanātana Dharma. The tradition embodies celebration and joy. In its perspective, a holy human's death is not an end but Brahmalīna, merging with Brahman, observed over sixteen days symbolizing the moon's phases. The highest human quality, Puruṣottama, is achieved through sādhanā and purity across all aspects of being, transcending gender, as the soul itself has no gender. Spiritual practice awakens the dormant divine energy, Śakti, which is essential for all action and joy. This energy, existing between consciousness and matter, is the self within everyone. Navarātri celebrates this Divine Mother who cleanses negativity. True Tantra means expanding consciousness for liberation, not base physical acts. Every festival has meaning, making life continuously celebratory and aware, fostering harmony without requiring the killing of any creature. "Jīva, life eats life. And constantly, they are eating each other in our body." "Tan means expanding. Tra means liberation. Expand your consciousness, and then it will be liberated." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Yoga helps us to remove inner obstacles

The inner obstacles of habit, ego, and laziness are the true barriers to be removed. Outer obstacles are simple to avoid, but inner ones torture us lifelong. Wrong thinking, pride, and jealousy are difficult to overcome. Humbleness is the antidote to ego. Laziness is the biggest enemy, preventing spiritual and professional success. Self-discipline is key. Many modern yoga schools are commercial or fashionable and will not last. Authentic yoga requires a true lineage, not a ten-day certificate. Yoga is not merely postures; āsanas are kindergarten, prāṇāyāma is primary school, and meditation is the university. Ancient scriptures contain vast wisdom, often obscured by modern half-knowledge. Authentic teachings from a genuine paramparā are essential. Yoga is a single, neutral science of consciousness, not a religion. It requires diligent practice and satsaṅg for true updating of the self. "Habit is the second nature of a person. That different kind of habit becomes the nature of the person, and that is very hard to change." "Half-knowledge is more dangerous than no knowledge." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Khatu Pranam with Mantras

Kaṭhūpraṇām is a practice for peace and harmony. It originates from a holy mountain where all religions coexist. The accompanying mantra invokes peace in all elements and within oneself. This practice is designed to create harmony between humanity and nature, as yoga postures are imitated from the natural world. Yoga is a science for holistic well-being, not a commercial sport. The system of Yoga in Daily Life is scientific and designed by experts; it must be followed faithfully to be successful. Teaching must come from love for the practice and for oneself, not from a desire for money. When you renounce the demand for payment and act with selfless love, success follows. A spiritually developed person masters themselves and responds to negativity with kindness. "Peace on the earth, peace in the water, peace in the air, peace in the space, peace on the divine, peace within us, peace and peace everywhere." "Yoga is not a sport, neither is it commercial; it is for the well-being of humans. Physical, mental, social, spiritual health." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga for a Healthier and Happier Life

Yoga is the science for achieving health and peace through the balance of body, mind, and soul. The universe originated from Śiva, the self-manifesting source of all resonance and light, who bestowed the principles of creation and sustenance upon Brahmā and Viṣṇu. True yoga is an ancient practice from India, a land of holy vibration, and is not a competitive exercise but a personal worship that harmonizes the individual with the universal consciousness. Modern commercial variations like wine yoga distort this essence. Authentic practice, performed step-by-step without force, burns away impurities and fosters good health, which leads to good thoughts and ultimately world peace. The core of all religion is humanity, seeing the divine in everyone. "Yoga practice is balancing, harmonizing, and keeping health. The practice of āsanas is not a competition." "Yoga gives us good health, and good health brings good thoughts, and good thoughts make a good society, and a good society brings peace in the world." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: Summary

Creation arises from the silent void where consciousness has no desire and inert matter cannot act. Between them, the divine will, Icchā Śakti, awakens. From the resonance of Parabrahman, the sound Oṁ manifests as the first vibration. From sound comes light, then the elements, and the entire universe. This process is a divine science described in Sanskrit texts, not religion. Within creation, two eternal forces are active: the divine quality and the demonic quality. These powers are in constant conflict, shaping all existence. Human intellect, endowed with free will, must choose to cultivate the divine qualities through knowledge, yoga, and selfless giving. This internal battle determines one's path toward liberation or bondage. The current age sees a rise in demonic qualities, but through conscious effort, the divine can be strengthened, steering humanity toward an era of truth and peace. "From time to time, I manifest, or I come through my Yoga Śakti." "Use your freedom and willpower to continuously develop Daivī Sampat so you may grow." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace

Yoga is a path of non-violence, truth, and inner change that becomes one's religion—a connection to life. Real yoga is compassionate action, not mere talk. We often live like kings, for whom no kingdom is enough, yet we must learn the sharing spirit of fakirs. Truthfulness is essential; peace comes only when our feelings, thoughts, and actions align in harmony. Many live unconsciously, but grace can awaken us to non-violence, beginning with vegetarianism. Change starts within oneself. "Be the change you want to see." "Yoga is union, reunion." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: How to realize peace

Spirituality is the alignment of one's internal system and the admission of not knowing. Renounce for others, feeling everyone as your own. Change yourself to see change in the world. Spiritual growth begins with developing peace within. Yoga is a path to this peace, aiming for union and burning the seeds of karma. A spiritual person is a seeker, honest enough to admit what they do not know. Spirituality is aligning body, mind, emotions, and energy. This alignment makes one more available to life, living in the present, and fearless. Spirituality cannot be measured or located, as divinity is formless. Assess progress only through increased joy from the inner journey. Stress is not inevitable; it is the inability to manage one's internal system. Stress is unrelated to work or environment. To end stress and find inner peace, change the context of your life, not its contents. Knowledge is endless and cannot be measured. "Be the change you want to see. If you change yourself, others will change automatically." "Stress is your own inability to manage your own internal system." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: NASA, UFOs and Prana

The mystery of prāṇa parallels the modern scientific quest for reality. Science began by investigating the physical world, discovering matter and energy are interchangeable, as shown by E=mc². Yet creating life from DNA molecules proved impossible, revealing a limit. This led to inquiries into consciousness, prāṇa, and mind—realms science still grapples with slowly, requiring decades for proof. All this knowledge is contained within the Vedas. The Vedas are divided into a ritualistic technology and a scientific inquiry found in the Upaniṣads. The Upaniṣads provide a methodology for inward investigation to unravel reality, moving from the gross to the subtle. A parable illustrates this: a king on his deathbed finds only his first wife, representing the individual soul, will accompany him beyond, unlike the body, wealth, or family. This teaches not to neglect the inner self. The Taittirīya Upaniṣad describes a student, Bṛgu, who through meditation progressively discovers reality as matter, then prāṇa, then mind, then intellect, and finally blissful silence beyond thought. This inward journey mirrors the scientific process. Modern scientists now study these texts to understand what lies beyond quantum physics. Prāṇa itself is a science, manifesting as five vital forces governing physiological functions. Mastery over prāṇa through controlled breathing is key to health and deeper meditation. "Vedas means the encyclopedia of knowledge." "Find out what is that entity, that is reality." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: Medical view of Yoga

The path of renunciation and the science of yoga are one. Worldly awards are meaningless; true purpose is found in sacrifice and discipline. Yoga is an ancient science for health, proven by modern research. It begins with discipline, now. Renunciation is using wealth for service, not for oneself. Scientific study validates yoga's effects, showing specific breathing alters nervous system activity. Lifestyle disorders stem from four factors: activity, diet, habits, and mind. By regulating these through yoga, diseases like asthma and diabetes can be managed and prevented. Yoga therapy is disease-specific, integrating with medicine. Meditation influences brain regions governing attention and emotion. Philosophical understanding of the five kleśas addresses the root of stress. Advanced practice demonstrates yoga's profound potential to affect physiology beyond current scientific explanation. "Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice." "Without giving, even I will not give you. Serve many lives, then I will give you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A Call for a New Paradigm: From Storytelling to Unconditional Love

The current world system is unsustainable, rooted in a flawed paradigm focused on the external and material. A story illustrates how seeking divinity solely through external science leads to the conclusion it does not exist, while it resides within the human heart. Everyone desires respect, love, and happiness, yet these are withheld, creating conflict. A new social contract is needed where we unconditionally give each other what we all seek. The human ego obstructs this, which is why yoga is a path to transform the ego and achieve unconditional love. Education must build a strong foundation, like a mother's love, or society becomes emotionally handicapped. The light of spirituality from India guides the West to look inward for peace. "They found out that there is no God existing. Why do not they look into their hearts?" "If we all want the same, why then do not we give it to each other?" Filming locations: Vienna, Austria.

A Call for Spiritual Leadership and Holistic Education

The foundation of peace is yoga and non-violence, leading to global transformation. The International Day of Yoga was adopted by acclamation, honoring the ancient practice that offers an alternative in harmony with one's essence. Non-violence is the key to global survival, a principle exemplified by Mahatma Gandhi. The world is in turmoil, and the principles of Ahiṃsā must be applied to contemporary crises. Religious leaders have a unique capacity to mobilize the masses for peace and environmental care. Yoga is not merely physical exercise but a way of life to maintain inner equipoise. The essence of yoga is to calm the mind, as imbalance is the root cause of stress and conflict. Education must be transformed into man-making education to manifest inner perfection and bring societal peace. Integrating yoga into education systems worldwide is essential. Personal transformation begins within, aligning body, mind, emotions, and energy. Spirituality is what springs from within through this cultivation. A spiritual person is an honest seeker who admits not knowing. Spirituality and divinity are formless and felt through an inner journey. Inner peace arises from changing one's life context, not its contents. Stress stems from an inability to manage one's internal system. "Non-violence is the key to global survival." "Yoga is not merely physical exercise, it is a way of living." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Yoga and the Path to Nonviolence and World Peace

Yoga is a path to nonviolence and world peace. Nonviolence is the next step to peace. Peace begins within. Education has lost three wings: parental love, spiritual teaching, and ethics. The world needs these restored. Sweet words must be on the tongue. Language must carry honey, not harm. The whole world is one family. Seeing all as oneself prevents harm. Fear arises from ignorance. Love overcomes fear. The guru leads from darkness to light. Every teacher is a guru. Misunderstood language creates conflict. Be the change you want to see. Inner peace radiates outward. A culture of peace requires tolerance, recognition, and respect for all. “There is no way to peace; peace is the way.” “One in all and all in one.” Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Vedas and the meaning of mala

The essence of knowledge and life is profound and vast. Holy books like the Bible or Quran are man-made records of a prophet's message, but they are holy as they come from the Holy Spirit, the awakened consciousness. The Vedas are different; they are not man-made but the eternal resonance from the universe. Life is a rare miracle we do not fully understand. Modern science and medicine have limits; no scientist can create a drop of blood, as God's divine knowledge is reserved. The Vedas contain that perfect knowledge, but they are immensely difficult to master, requiring decades of dedicated study. Knowledge is endless; what we know is minimal compared to the whole. Human life is short, especially in this Kali Yuga. Our duty is to do good, help others, and surrender to God. The only sure shelter in this age is repeating God's name with devotion. The benefit of worship lies not in the ritual itself but in the devotion and feeling behind it. A mantra and a mala are tools for this devotion. The mala has 108 beads, a complete number, and should be used with reverence as a spiritual passport, charged with your practice and your teacher's blessing. "Life is a mystery. Life is a miracle, and we don’t understand this life." "Kali Yuga kevala nāmādhāra. In this Kali Yuga, we have only one hope, only one rescuing: Nāma. God’s name." Filming location: Villach, Austria

Trikal Darshi - influenced by principles

The vision of past, present, and future is mastered through purification and inner discipline. The present moment is the only time given. Mastery requires balancing nourishment for body and mind, which includes diet, environment, company, behavior, and thought. One must then purify the three obstacles: impurities, disturbances, and the curtain of ignorance. Following this, the inner faculties of mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego must be controlled. Ego destroys all good. Mastering these principles allows karma to be dissolved. Harmony in relationships is essential for health and spiritual progress, as hidden conflicts cause suffering. Karma is reduced through alert, kind, and conscious action, leading the soul toward universal consciousness. "God has given us the presence. The presence—what we get, the day, minutes, hours—all of this is a blessing." "Be alert, be aware, be conscious, be nice, be kind, be merciful. That is it. So the karma will become less and less." Filming location: Villach, Austria

Trikal Darshi

The path to Trikāla Darśī, seeing past, present, and future, requires mastering yogic siddhis through strict discipline and purification. These divine powers, like distant vision or telepathy, are granted but can be lost through misuse or impurity. The story of Sañjaya illustrates this: he received divine sight to narrate the Mahābhārata war but lost it when his duty ended. Attaining such vision demands overcoming three primary obstacles: mala (impurities of body and mind), vikṣepa (inner and outer disturbances), and āvaraṇa (the curtain of ignorance). Further progress requires mastering the inner instrument, antaḥkaraṇa—comprising manas (mind), buddhi (intellect), citta (consciousness), and ahaṁkāra (ego). Ego is the ultimate hindrance, as shown by Rāvaṇa, whose great knowledge and power were destroyed by his pride. Purification allows the third eye to open, revealing the three times as one. However, this truth is a rich food not easily digested; sometimes ignorance is a form of protection. The present moment is a gift to be used perfectly, without killing time. Surrender and devotion are essential to remove the layers of past lives and karmas that cloud our pure, snow-like nature. "If you misuse that knowledge, it disappears." "The present is a gift for you. Every second, if you lose time, if you do not respect time, it is called a sin." Filming location: Villach, Austria

Make a clear decision

Inner resolve and disciplined practice manifest our deepest intentions through divine grace. Positive wishes and thoughts will materialize. Negative thoughts may arise but do not prevail. Success requires firm resolve and unwavering discipline, without counting time. This principle applies to spiritual growth, health, and all endeavors. A resolve, once set, must be released to divine will. Through steady practice, what is desired is realized. Yoga is now global, integrated into daily life for nourishment and balance. Authentic practice is not mere physical movement; it harmonizes body, breath, and mind. Correct posture, breath control, and proper relaxation are essential. Impatience undermines progress. True yoga is a spiritual system, not a commercial commodity. Its authentic essence must be preserved and practiced with sincerity. "Positive wishes and positive thoughts will manifest." "Yoga is a part of our nourishment; it is spiritual food." Filming location: Villach, Austria

International Day of Peace from Zagreb

Peace is the essential state we must realize and extend to all creation. The breath of life is God's gift, the very prāṇa that sustains us. True peace begins with gratitude for this freedom. Yet, our world is fractured; refugees seek peace while being called a disturbance. We celebrate peace in rituals while causing suffering, as in the story of a wedding feast sourced from the slaughter of praying animals. Inner peace is fragile, shattered by a single cruel word. Therefore, peace is not a destination but the very path, as Gandhi taught. It must be a daily practice, like the yogi's chant, creating a vibration for all beings. We are born as protectors, and peace requires extending compassion beyond humanity to all creatures and the natural world, for our survival is interdependent. "Peace is not for only one day to celebrate; peace is every day and with every breath." "There is no way to peace. Peace is the way." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

Happy Family

Family harmony and spiritual practice are the foundation of a meaningful life. True family provides support in both joy and sorrow. Modern life scatters families across the globe, weakening these essential bonds. The purpose of life is not found in quarreling, gossiping, or struggling for money. Time is precious and must be used for spiritual progress, not merely for material accumulation. Inner strength, or ātmabala, arises from the Self and eliminates anger and jealousy, which stem from weakness and ignorance. Spiritual practice within the satsaṅg, the community, is the most powerful path. It unites individuals like fingers forming a fist, creating collective strength for the journey toward self-realization. "God did not give you time just to work, to run here and there to earn money." "One who has ātmabala does not feel offended." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

The meaning of Yoga

The divine resonance is the manifestation of God, from which all creation arises. This universe is endless, with a horizon that recedes as one approaches. The center of this universe is mirrored in the human body, beginning at the navel where the individual soul enters. Life develops from this point, as described in sacred texts. The science of the body is understood through authentic practice, not mere physical competition. True power arises from mental will and spiritual discipline, surpassing physical strength. The cycle of birth and death continues until self-realization is achieved, merging the individual with the infinite. World peace requires leaders to practice tolerance and recognize our shared humanity. "World peace is possible only when all religious and political leaders of this globe practice tolerance, recognition, and respect for all other cultures, traditions, languages, races, nationalities, and religions." "The soul has got this consciousness, awareness, feelings, etc., but no physical body. Now this soul is fluttering on the waves of time around the whole universe." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

Only the One is the truth

The Spiritual Path consists of family harmony, selfless duty, and inner peace. The Supreme alone is truth, and the world is a fleeting dream. Life is a journey, not a destination, though the destination is reached at life’s end. Stay on your path and practice your mantras; all problems resolve automatically. Dharma requires selfless support of parents, children, and neighbors. Selfish dharma leads only to temporary gain, like repeated divorces. Clarify misunderstandings with family; be a yes‑man and make them happy. Modern life creates division: babysitters replace parents, kindergartens sow lifelong fear, and both parents working disrupts love. Children need the presence of a parent and introduction to relatives to protect society and roots. Good and bad actions return as karma. One who acts against humanity will not be reborn as human. Hold the truth and worship God; in this existence, no one is truly yours. The Śrī Svāmī Mādhavānanda World Peace Council works for non‑violence through yoga. Establish an International Day of Brother and Sister to safeguard bonds. Theory is worthless without practice; do good, avoid negative deeds. Animals possess intelligence and can even outwit humans. Natural remedies like garlic, lemon, and ginger heal the body. “Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā—the Supreme, only the One, is the Truth, and this world is just a dream, it’s flowing.” “Sāc pakad bhajasai—hold the truth, and adore or worship God. In this world no one is ours; in this saṃsāra, no one is ours.” Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia

The blessings we receive originate from Gurudev

Humanitarian actions and spiritual practice both multiply effects. One truckload of stone worth one hundred thousand rupees sustains roughly five hundred people through interconnected livelihoods. The same supply chain principle applies to negative acts like arming conflicts. Every good or bad deed records in the account of Dharmarāja. The first fruits of karma go to the initiator. Spiritual sādhanā purifies the inner self. Dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa arise from practice. Guru’s grace is eternal. Guru bhakti brings success in all fields. Losing guru bhakti is a real loss. The guru principle never dies. Only ego claims independent doing. A dog thought he carried the whole load alone, then realized another force pulled. A master repeatedly saved a scorpion despite being stung. He declared stinging is the scorpion’s nature and saving is the master’s. Selfless service yields more fruit than idle meditation. Helping hands are more valuable than folded hands. Planting a tree shelters thousands of creatures. Yogesh’s humanitarian work sustains at least twenty thousand families. "It is his nature to sting. He cannot give up his nature. And my nature is to save life." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands."

Guruji is Divine Light

The divine bond between guru and disciple is the foundation of spiritual life. A disciple's journey begins with a longing for truth. Upon meeting the guru, one recognizes a divine light and a profound inner calling. The guru's training is rigorous, designed to transform the raw disciple into a refined instrument. This process requires complete surrender, like a seed dying to become a tree. The guru's protection is constant, ensuring the disciple's spiritual safety and discipline. Through loving guidance and demanding work, wisdom is transferred not merely by instruction but through grace and experience. This bond culminates in the disciple embodying the teachings and receiving the guru's complete spiritual transmission. "The Master makes the disciple a Master, if that vein goes through that training." "In love, there is trust. In love, there is protection. In love, there is a surrender, acceptance, and it is a oneness." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Don't think that you are carrying the whole load

Divine incarnations manifest for specific purposes and as continual spiritual guides. God descends as Nimit Avatāra to restore dharma, protect devotees, and destroy negativity whenever required. Śiva is the primordial universal energy, both creator and destroyer in a perpetual cycle. Specific incarnations like Narasiṃha, Rāma, and Kṛṣṇa appear to defeat particular evils. Another category is Nitya Avatāra, representing the eternal principle of the guru, embodied by saints and monks who renounce worldly life. This Guru Tattva is supreme, above even the trinity of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. True holiness requires destroying ego, attachment, and desire through arduous spiritual discipline, not merely adopting external symbols. The celebration of divine birth is based on spiritual significance, not just calendrical dates. "Whenever the dharma is declining and adharma is coming up... in every yuga, I come through my yoga māyā, yoga śakti." "Guru is Brahmā. Guru Dev is Viṣṇu. Guru Dev is Maheśvara Śiva. Guru Dev is itself Parabrahma." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Don't break your decisions

Life is a journey through the world's labyrinth, contrasted with the heaven of the heart. Human life is a mystery where the mental waves of decision and doubt are strong. Modern roots rot as principles are lost, seen in broken promises and relationships. Life remains merely life without enduring commitment to a solid, truthful decision. The ability to endure and remain strong is given; only those who understand life's aim and find their path do not give up. Our gathering is the result of past karma and divine law, connecting destinies. The awakened heart chakra is an ocean of immortality where impurities like doubt and ego are sharks repelled by organic purity in thought and action. Divine love awakens through self-love, recognizing the ātmā within as God. The heart's powers include will, action, and mantra, which eventually resonates through one's entire being. Human talent carries immense power for both creation and destruction. Prāṇa is the divine essence and breath of life, more vital than any tonic. God is not seen externally but is the inner self leading us; full self-realization is rare and ultimate. "Life is a journey, not a destination." "First, love thyself. Don’t hate thyself. Don’t think that you are unhappy. You are above this." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Mantra and Guru Kripa

Life is the divine presence within all awareness. Without remembering God, existence is wasted. Begin now, for it is never too late. Actions performed without God's name are temporary obligations, but the seeds of mantra sown in consciousness remain forever. Many claim mantra is unnecessary, yet they speak; this is a contradiction. Like a passport is required to enter a country, a mantra is essential to traverse the spiritual universe. Without it, the soul is in a barren no-man's land. Human life is rare; do not waste it. The name of God is a deposit in the bank of your destiny. A true master is one who is themselves liberated, for a bound person cannot free another. Mantra repetition purifies the heart, wearing away negativity as a path is worn by constant walking. Spirituality is this positive practice, wishing happiness for all. "All that we do in the world without God’s name is some obligation or some action, but that will soon disappear. But the name of God, these seeds which we put in the field of our consciousness, will remain forever and ever." "While repeating the name of God... the grass does not grow, it becomes a footpath... similarly, repeating God’s name while working, while walking." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic