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Overview of practicing yoga
Yoga is the science of life, meant for daily practice.The system "Yoga in Daily Life" was developed to provide a consistent method. True yoga is a single path with several aspects. Karma Yoga is selfless service, purifying through action. Haṭha Yoga is not the common … read more »
The wisdom of Chakras
The mudrā of joining the index finger and thumb symbolizes the union of the individual soul and the supreme consciousness.This gesture brings peace and relieves mental restlessness. Research in European hospitals and rehabilitation centers shows it provides relief. The three remaining fingers represent the three guṇas: purity, restlessness, and inertia. One must rise above these … read more »
We have to become one
The subject is detachment and the true Self.The soul seeks to merge into oneness with the Supreme, like space containing all things. This unity is eternal but difficult, as it requires releasing all attachment. Attachment to wealth, body, and relationships creates conditions and … read more »
Pollution
The five sheaths, from the physical to the bliss body, define our being and are shaped by our nourishment.The physical sheath, annamaya kośa, is formed from food. The energy sheath, prāṇamaya kośa, arises from that nourishment. The mental, wisdom, and bliss sheaths follow sequentially. What you consume determines your energy, mind, knowledge, and ultimate … read more »
Morning practice from Auckland
The practice integrates breath, sound, and movement to awaken energy and awareness.Begin with a deep inhale and three chants of Om, focusing on the navel, heart, throat, and crown centers. Rub your palms to generate warmth and place them on your face before opening your eyes. Bend … read more »
Seeing the God
Yoga is the science of union and self-realization.Yoga means oneness, like the union in friendship or family. Life emerges from the elements: space, water, air, fire, and earth. Among 8.4 million creatures, the human is one. We seek to know who we are. … read more »
Morning practice of Asana and Pranayama from Auckland
Yoga is a system for developing energy and relaxation through awareness of body and breath.The practice involves simple postures and movements to release tension from the physical form and the mind. These exercises awaken energy known as Kuṇḍalinī and balance the energy centers, or chakras. The focus is on feeling … read more »
The duty of the human
The foundation of life is honoring the divine within relationships and recognizing our shared humanity.First, honor the mother, for she gives life and protection. Second, honor the father. Both parents must prioritize their child over work, or the child loses connection and respect. Humanity is one, beyond caste, color, or … read more »
How to overcome the obstacles of practicing
The chakras contain immense power we must master, requiring guidance.From Mūlādhāra to Viśuddhi, these centers mix human and animal qualities. The Svādhiṣṭhāna generates waves of passion that can sweep us away. The Kuṇḍalinī lies dormant until awakened. The three nāḍīs—Iḍā, Pi galā, Suṣumṇā—wind left and … read more »
Morning practice from Wellington
A guided relaxation and gentle yoga sequence integrates body awareness with mindful movement.Begin by making the body comfortable, closing the eyes, and relaxing from toes to head. Release tension with each exhalation, systematically softening each body part. Withdraw attention from external concerns to unite mind and body in … read more »
Utilizing the Vajra Nadi
The Vajra Nāḍī is the strong trunk needed to balance the three primary energy channels.Our systems are in chaos because people change authentic names and teachings, leading everyone astray. Āyurveda is the best but is now untrustworthy due to conflicting advice. Yoga is similarly confused; even the Bhagavad Gītā's 18 … read more »
Meditation receiving energy from outside
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Wrong education leads to wrong actions
Spirituality teaches living joyfully in the present moment, free from worry over the past or future.A universal peace prayer is essential, responding to global violence that stems from wrong education and inner conflict, not the pure soul. The soul is singular and divine, like water in different forms. Judgment belongs only … read more »
Where can we see God?
The divine journey seeks God within creation and the self.We profess belief yet cannot see God directly, only witnessing the supreme's creation in all entities. Humans possess intellect surpassing animals, yet still fail to understand or honor this creation, even in elements like water which … read more »
The peace within you
Peace begins within the individual.Outer peace is impossible without inner peace. Many seek happiness externally, but true peace arises from inner contentment. Yoga and meditation provide a path to this inner stillness. By changing oneself, one influences thousands. Peace is … read more »
Chakras and the Kundalini
Yoga is the science of humans, uniting consciousness and matter.The supreme reality is a primordial resonance, nādarūpa parabrahma. All forms arise from this sound. The soul is this singular reality within the body. The apparent multiplicity of souls is like different waters or fires; their … read more »
The mercy of Bhagavan Shiva
Śiva is the eternal protector and liberator, the source from which Brahmā and Viṣṇu manifest.He maintains harmony between all forces. A hunter, failing to find food, climbed a Bilva tree at night. Water from his vessel and leaves from the tree fell onto a Śivali ga below, unknowingly performing worship. … read more »
Good and bad destiny and karma
Destiny unfolds through our karma and latent potential, not merely external fortune.The soul's journey is one of consciousness seeking oneness, yet we are shaped by past actions. Goodness or knowledge alone does not elevate us; a karmic heaviness can pull us down like a diamond sinking in … read more »
Advaita
The soul is one, from individual consciousness to universal consciousness.Practice must be consistent to reach the aim of highest consciousness. The body is constructed through chakras and the five elements: space, air, fire, water, and earth. These elements exist within us and all around us. … read more »
Yoga is much more than physical
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Yoga seminar, Dungog, Australia.Asanas and pranayamas keep our body healthy. According to the ancient scriptures, there is nothing else only Yoga. Many rishies got the realization in such a forest like this or in the Himalayas. Masters said: we … read more »
Introduction to Hatha Yoga
Haṭha Yoga is a complete system of purification and health comprising six core techniques.The first is Netī, cleansing the nostrils with warm saline water. The second is Dhautī, purifying the upper digestive tract by drinking and expelling warm salt water. Third is Bastī, also called Śa kha Prakṣālana, a … read more »
Success in Yoga
Yoga is a lifelong journey requiring correct practice and a true master, not mere temporary physical exercise.Śiva is the primordial source, the consciousness that is the entire universe. He manifested alone, then created Viṣṇu and Brahmā. All three functions—creation, protection, liberation—reside in Śiva. We are that one consciousness temporarily in bodies. Our … read more »
Ujjayi Pranayama and Visuddhi Chakra
The Viśuddhi Cakra is a vital center located at the throat, governing speech and the thyroid gland.Its purification addresses nervousness, anxiety, and difficulty in communication, particularly for students facing examinations. The practice involves specific breathing and physical exercises to release tension in the neck and shoulders. A primary technique is Ujjāyī Prāṇāyāma, … read more »
AUM and Chakras
The resonance of OM and the balance of the nāḍīs govern health and consciousness.The body is a system of 72,000 nerves, centered on three primary channels: the left, the right, and the central Suṣumṇā. The left nostril, or moon channel, governs emotion and change, influenced by lunar tides. The … read more »
Yoga and the creation
Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness.Before creation, there was only empty space and consciousness. From that came resonance, the primal sound Om. This resonance manifested as light and then as Śiva, pure consciousness, and Śakti, creative energy. All creation, including 8.4 … read more »
How to control the problems
The Viśuddhi Chakra is a center of immense energy and responsibility, holding the poison we swallow from life.This poison is the negative words, thoughts, and energies from others that we internalize, blocking our throat center. It manifests as physical ailments like thyroid issues and as fear. Fear is essential for safety; without it, … read more »
Awakening energies in our body
A personal story illustrates how releasing mental blockages can manifest as physical release and flexibility.A long-held pattern of homesickness created a negative perception of one's environment. When compelled to stay and confront this feeling, a moment of acceptance occurred. This mental shift immediately resulted in a dramatic, inexplicable increase in … read more »
The qualities of Vishuddhi Chakra
The Viśuddhi Chakra is explained through cosmic principles and their manifestation in the human body.Kundalini awakening is the expansion of consciousness into oneness, not a physical movement. The chakras are symbolic centers of dormant energy. In creation, Shiva manifests first from the resonance of sound in empty space. Shiva then … read more »
Glimpse of Kundalini
All beings possess a soul, which is ultimately one universal consciousness.Humans, animals, and vegetation all contain life, a soul. The apparent multitude of souls is like water taken from one ocean into separate vessels; the essence is one. Our being is composed of five elemental sheaths—physical, … read more »
The Purpose of Human Life
Chakras are centers within us, akin to tiny points where everything exists.We call them lotuses, the king of flowers, which grow in muddy water and open at dawn during Brahma Muhurta. This pre-sunrise hour is pure, ideal for spiritual practice and study, as consciousness is gentle and … read more »
Meditation
Meditation is the spontaneous state of oneness with the Self, not a practice of concentration.The soul searches for its destination within. Coming home to oneself after daily duties is meditation. It cannot be forced, just as sleep cannot be forced by trying. Concentration on objects or thoughts is merely preparation. … read more »
Preserving good health
Health begins with the elements of space (Ākāśa) and air (Vāyu).Modern life, with refrigeration and processed foods, leads us to consume dead, out-of-season food lacking life energy, which causes illness. We exist within and are sustained by space; it is the fundamental emptiness within the body, … read more »
The Soul and the Guru
Receiving a guru's guidance is life's supreme gift, creating a duty to nurture the future.Hearing sacred teachings signifies past good karma. A guru's presence confirms this fortune. Following these teachings transforms life, an unexplainable spiritual magic. This gathering is not by chance; only seeds in good soil bear worthy fruit. … read more »
The fire element
The fire element is crucial for spiritual and physical health.Fire represents both divine light and destructive forces within us. The light of wisdom brings peace, harmony, and positive thoughts, creating a beautiful spiritual atmosphere. Without this light, darkness and ignorance lead to depression and blaming … read more »
The Oneness of the Soul and the Path of Kuṇḍalinī
The soul is one, not many.Consider water: it exists as ocean, cloud, river, and drop, yet remains one water. Pollution or salt alters its quality, not its essence. Fire is fire, whether a spark or a wildfire; there is no small … read more »
Protect Yourself, Keep Discipline
Protect health and know the value of human life.Pollution from pesticides, sound, and vehicles makes protection difficult. Practice prāṇāyāma a minimum twice daily and techniques like Śa kha Prakṣālana. Cultivate organic food, even in small spaces, and avoid junk food entirely; fasting is preferable. … read more »
The ancient science of Yoga
Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness for human well-being.Humans uniquely possess self-awareness and the capacity for both good and bad. We have the freedom to choose our path. To know ourselves is the goal. Ancient scriptures describe creation emerging from a primordial resonance. The … read more »
The Ambassador of India in Mahaprabhu Dip Ashram, Strilky
A traditional cultural event welcomes distinguished guests to a yoga ashram.This gathering celebrates shared spiritual purpose and cultural exchange. The ashram serves as a spiritual lighthouse, a place for seekers to cross the ocean of illusion through practice. It has created a pure and harmonious energy … read more »
Shiva and the Chakras
The master brings the nectar of immortality, liberating one from the cycle of life and death.Through this connection, one finds the divine within and achieves liberation while living. The Satguru bestows this knowledge, revealing the universe within the self and granting unending bliss. This wisdom is the true medicine. Memory is … read more »
Don't change the Master
The entire universe exists within the human being.All life, from water to sky, is one soul. Development occurs in physical form on Earth. The human system is like a car requiring an engineer; that inner engineer is you. External help and medicine are … read more »
Agya Chakra
Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness, a divine blessing beyond imagination.The universe is endless space containing consciousness, united by the principle of yoga, which means balance, harmony, and unity. From the first divine wish of multiplication arose the sound Aum, from which all creation manifested as … read more »
The path of happiness
The soul's journey is defined by two fundamental paths: ascent and downfall.Time is a human construct irrelevant to spiritual progress. The temporary body, composed of five elements, houses the soul for its development toward cosmic union. External help for inner problems is limited. Lasting happiness cannot be … read more »
Christmas Satsang with H.H. Vishwaguruji
The soul's journey is from form to the formless, from division to oneness.The source of creation is ancient and beyond human chronology, found in the Himalayas where spiritual roots connect to Śiva's kingdom. Divine manifestations appear across countless yugas, yet God has no form, mother, or father. Religions … read more »
Unity in spirituality
This is a time of global celebration and unity in divine praise.The message of oneness is spread through yoga, transcending all borders and divisions. Personal travels through many nations demonstrate this universal work. The essence of all religions is one God, though human ego creates conflict. The … read more »
Christmas Time
December is a month of divine happiness for gathering and rejoicing.This time originates from ancient harvest festivals where communities stored food and celebrated together. Such celebrations exist across cultures, like Holi in India or local festivals in Austria. This period creates a collective spiritual atmosphere. It … read more »
Prayer before eating
Food is a holy source of life and nourishment.The dried Panchkuta vegetable requires significant effort to harvest and prepare. Its ingredients, like guṇḍā, benefit the gums and joints. Cooking involves frying spices in oil, adding a mixed masala, and combining it with the pre-cooked … read more »
The Vedas
The Vedas are the holy scriptures of Sanātana Dharma, representing a vast river of knowledge.This knowledge was originally transmitted orally from master to disciple through Śruti, listening, and Smṛti, memory. In the Kali Yuga, human memory declined. To preserve the Vedas, the sage Vedavyāsa dictated them continuously. Gaṇeśa agreed to … read more »
Pranayama and the five elements
Prāṇa is life, sustained by breath and water.Practice prāṇāyāma diligently, inhaling through the nostrils and exhaling through the mouth. Reduce food intake gradually over years, not through abrupt fasting, to build strength and oxygenate the body. Breath nourishes the 72,000 nerves, which are … read more »
The way to Sri Devpuriji's cave
A pilgrimage to a Himalayan cave reveals the indescribable nature of sacred space.The journey involves travel to high altitudes, requiring acclimatization and slow, careful walking. The entire region between Kedārnāth and Badrināth is imbued with the presence of the masters, felt rather than seen. The cave itself is … read more »
Regular yoga practice leads to good health
The yogic path advocates health and peace through conscious living.Completing this year, practitioners have progressed toward the highest goal. Peace is scarce in the world, and a vegan diet is advocated to care for nature and all creatures. The consensus for the planet is to … read more »