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Love and Spirituality

The path to immortality is spiritual, not physical, and human life is the final chance to achieve it. Physical immortality is impossible under natural law; what is born must die. True immortality is the soul merging into the supreme Brahman, becoming everlasting Ātmā. This is difficult, taking many births. The soul is bound by karma, creating destiny through action and reaction. Human life is the last milestone to escape this cycle and achieve oneness. Spirituality is not merely ritual; it is 24-hour purity in all action, thought, and behavior. It means seeing God in everyone, living with compassion, and harming no one. The human intellect, properly educated in fundamental dharma and human qualities, is key. Life's real richness is contentment and generosity, not material wealth. True spirituality is expressed in selfless love and kindness to all creatures. Yogic science describes the body's energy systems, like the 72,000 nāḍīs and key channels like Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumnā, which can be balanced through gentle practices for health and consciousness. "Spirituality is 24 hours. Whatever we do should be pure: eating, drinking, behaviour, working, relations, etc." "Do not do to others what you do not like to do for yourself." Filming location: San Francisco, USA

Levels of Consciousness

Kriyā Śakti—the power of action—unites will and effort, but ego misdirects it. Emotional waves move from subtle to physical body, and illness manifests long after its unseen origin. Passion in Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra generates ego, envy, doubt, and finally laziness, destroying progress. Keep sādhanā unbroken; changing path severs the thread holding all spiritual pearls. One thing mastered grants mastery of all; trying everything scatters effort. Greed and envy, like the dog grasping at its reflection, lose what is already attained. Pour all effort at the root—the foundational practice—not on scattered leaves. The unconscious holds imprints of at least twenty-seven past lives, doubled through parents, an endless chain. Liberation comes only through guru’s grace (Mokṣa Mūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā) and the cosmic play of creation, preservation, and destruction. Subconscious conditioning starts at the soul’s descent from the astral, through womb and birth, influenced by parental reactions. The body is divine; torturing it is a sin. In meditation, observe senses and thoughts without suppression, gently returning them when they stray—this is Nigraha, Dhāraṇā, Dhyāna. Mudrās are wordless gestures; bandhas are locks that tie energy. Mūlabandha is not muscle contraction but holding with sensation of ascending energy. Jālandhara and Uḍḍīyāna bandhas, combined with Mūlabandha into Mahābandha, unite prāṇa and apāna at the navel, awakening kuṇḍalinī. Mastery of Vajrolī, Amarolī, and Khecarī mudrās confers perfect haṭha yoga and longevity. True Kriyā Śakti in Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra is the continuous inner vibration of energy, not passive sitting. "Ek sāje sab sāje, aur sab sāje sab jai." "Mokṣa Mūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

The Law of Karma and the Sanctity of All Life

The law of karma demands reverence for all life. Killing an animal creates severe karmic debt, as it inflicts suffering on an innocent being and interrupts the life given by God. For every creature you consume, you must be reborn as that creature and suffer the same death. This cycle is a long and certain justice. Spiritual practice is nullified by eating meat. The only path to purify such karma is through satsaṅg and the guidance of a true master. A master is one who loves all entities as oneself and would give his own life rather than take another's. Practice diligently and never miss satsaṅg, for it is the means to cleanse past actions and awaken consciousness. The Svādhiṣṭhāna Chakra, associated with water and the color of dawn, represents flowing energy and the hope for awakening. Its six petals symbolize the obstacles of anger, hate, greed, jealousy, cruelty, and laziness which must be purified. "How many fish you ate, that many times you have to be born as a fish and caught by a hook." "If you miss the satsaṅg, you have missed a big chance." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Blessing can change Destiny

Yoga is the practical principle of union and harmony, given from the original source. Imitation creates division and error. Yoga is the unifying energy, Shakti, between universal form and consciousness. Coming together is yoga; separation is vyoga. Yet in both union and separation, only oneness exists. God resides not in specific places but where devotees remember with love. Yoga is the power of inseparable union. Those who taste its fruit prioritize this path; others search uncertainly. Destiny is written at birth by Vidhātā and cannot be deleted. Action is in one's hands, but its fruit is not. Past actions become present destiny, reflected upon the forehead. Blessings, particularly from selfless giving, can alter this recorded fate. Persistent love and devotion ultimately draw the divine presence. "Yog means coming together, and vyog means separation. When you come together, it is oneness, no duality." "I live there where my bhaktas, my devotees, remember and sing my name with devotion, with love." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Supporters on the Spiritual Path

The path from the Mūlādhāra to the Svādhiṣṭhāna chakra is about mastering foundational qualities and overcoming obstacles. Human life offers the unique intellect to transcend the cycle of birth and death dictated by karma. Spiritual practice is not just meditation but cultivating inner qualities like humility, kindness, and forgiveness. The five primary obstacles are passion, anger, greed, attachment, and ego. To defeat them, one must develop five spiritual techniques: detachment, renunciation, devotion, right knowledge, and mercy. These qualities reside in the heart. The Mūlādhāra chakra is the solid foundation of spiritual longing. The Svādhiṣṭhāna chakra, associated with the water element and emotions, presents six new obstacles: anger, hate, greed, jealousy, cruelty, and laziness. Its energy is powerful but can be destructive if not mastered with the positive qualities. Awakening higher consciousness requires harmonizing these elements within. "Love each and every entity, if not more, then that much, as much as you love thyself." "The roots of dharma is mercy, and the roots of sin is ego." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Chakra Meditation (2/2)

The Kuṇḍalinī is the bundle of past karmas and destiny, controlled by the cosmic Śakti within all. Its seat is the Mūlādhāra Cakra at the spine's base. Purification dissolves negative energies like light dispels darkness. Physical impurities are temporary, but mental waves create complications. The practice involves specific postures and breath-aware contraction of the perineum, known as Aśvinī Mudrā. This generates an ascending energy, harmonizing the gland systems and consciousness. Self-realization transcends the intellect's conflicts, resulting in pure, humble consciousness. Human mistakes carry greater weight due to endowed consciousness. The continuity of mastery is the Sanātana Dharma paramparā. "The Kuṇḍalinī is that bundle of all our karmas from the past, our destiny." "Physical impurity is not difficult to purify and will not follow us into the next life." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Kundalini and Chakras: Awakening the Hidden Powers

Kundalini and chakras represent the awakening of hidden powers within. The cosmic energy is the Divine Mother. The human body contains immense divine energy for well-being and self-realization. It is composed of five elements, senses, prāṇas, and 72,000 nerve channels. The main chakras are located along the spinal column, governing the flow of this energy. The body has five sheaths: physical, energetic, mental, intellectual, and blissful. Human life rests on four aims: duty, wealth, desire, and liberation. There are negative qualities like passion and anger, to be used sparingly like salt. Positive energies to awaken are devotion, detachment, knowledge, sacrifice, and liberation. The internal organ consists of mind, intellect, and ego, connected to impurities, disturbances, and the curtain of ignorance. The Suṣumṇā channel connects to the crown chakra. The body is a holy temple. Chakra meditation involves relaxing and feeling the spine, illuminating each cell with divine energy. "These five qualities, which appear as negative, are in a certain way for our own protection and survival. Just like salt in your food." "Treat thy body as holy. Relax and feel your body. Love your body. Love your life."

The place where the past is hidden

The human body is a system of dormant energy and consciousness centered in the chakras. The Ātmā is one with the formless Supreme, whose light is within all. The physical body is one of five layered sheaths. Energy flows through 72,000 nerves, primarily through Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā. Where Iḍā and Piṅgalā intersect along the spine, energy circles form a chakra, a storehouse of dormant power. These nadis connect to eight major glands governing hormones and health. Blockages in these three principal nadis can cause severe physical and energetic disturbances. The Mūlādhāra Chakra at the base of the spine holds past karmas and desires, representing the unconscious mind and the border between animal and human consciousness. Its principle is ego, and its imbalance manifests as physical ailments. Mastery of sleep, breath, and purification practices is essential to awaken this latent energy and consciousness. "Chakras are given their name because energy always moves in a circle." "All past karmas, good or bad, all desires, are dormant, hidden in the Mūlādhāra Cakra." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Dharma and Karma

Yoga is the eternal path to self-realization, a source of endless knowledge beyond mere postures. The universal Self, or light of God, dwells within all beings, yet we are blinded by illusion. Human life aims to return to this origin, guided by dharma and bound by karma. Education from parents teaches spiritual principles, while worldly knowledge is far from the divine light. Space and consciousness are balanced in perfect oneness through yoga. Our duty is to help others and all creatures, for harming them is harming the light within them. Purification comes through discipline, meditation, and sattvic food, awakening the dormant energies within. "Yoga is like a forever milky cow. Every day it gives you new milk, fresh milk." "If you see yourself in everyone, this is the first step of self-realization." Filming location: Vancouver, Canada

Chakras, Nadis and Kundalini

Chakras are rotating circles of energy within the body, representing major energy centers. They are symbolic, not literal anatomical structures. Thousands exist at the junctions of the nāḍīs, the body's nerve network. This system exists for the soul's journey, supported by five bodily sheaths and the five elements. The three main channels are the Iḍā (Moon, mind/emotion), Piṅgalā (Sun, action/temperament), and central Suṣumnā. Their intersections form powerful chakras, like the Viśuddhi at the throat for purification. The mind is a messenger between senses and intellect; do not block it, but give it direction. Problems arise from suppressed emotions, which can manifest as physical illness. Practices like prāṇāyāma maintain this network for health. Awakening energies like kuṇḍalinī requires great care, as improper handling can be harmful. "These chakras are a methodological representation. You will not see this exact picture if you look within your own body." "The mind is a river; we should not block it. If we block a dam, we must provide an outlet." Filming location: London, UK

The Prāṇa Body, Consciousness, and the Art of Living

The prāṇa body, consciousness, and the art of living are interconnected. Energy centers are spherical and rotating. The Sahasrāra at the crown is a primary center. Prāṇa is the vital force, with inhalation expanding the entire body and exhalation removing toxins. Prāṇa and apāna are the major functions, governing intake and elimination. Sub-prāṇas support functions like the heartbeat and eyelid movement. Consciousness operates through states of waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Mastering the inner systems involves the movement of prāṇa and apāna merging at the navel chakra, leading toward higher consciousness. Practice begins with the left nostril to calm the restless mind. This harmonizes mental fluctuations, leading to a tranquil state where the soul is happy and fearless. The resulting higher consciousness is a light of wisdom, happiness, and love that is formless and ever-present. Proper cooking with sāttvic food is foundational for health, purifying the body and supporting this energy. Awakening Kuṇḍalinī manifests as wisdom, inner peace amidst burdens, and improved health. It neutralizes past negative karmas. The Mūlādhāra chakra is the foundation, associated with Gaṇeśa and the earth element, from which consciousness evolves. Practice rewinds the coiled energy upward through the central channel toward divine consciousness. "Inhalation is going into the whole body. Exhalation takes all the toxins out." "Awakening of Kuṇḍalinī means that all the destinies, karmas from past life which are not good, negative, they can harm in future... awakening of Kuṇḍalinī will neutralize everything." Filming location: London, UK

Help for Nepal

Compassion and selfless service are the supreme spiritual practice. A devastating calamity has struck Nepal, causing immense suffering. The global community, especially India, has provided immediate relief through funds, personnel, and rescue operations. True spirituality manifests as active compassion, seeing all beings as one family. Service to others cleanses the heart and brings profound inner peace, connecting the individual soul to the Supreme. The physical practice of yoga is valuable, but its essence is the union of body, mind, and spirit, symbolized by the sacred sound Om. This universal science of harmonization transcends all religious boundaries. "Helping hands have more value than folded hands." "Seva is the supreme Dharma. There is nothing greater than Seva." Filming locations: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Well-being for Body and Mind

Yoga progresses from physical discipline to spiritual realization. Body warming, dynamic movements, and stretching constitute preparatory exercise. The posture held in stillness is āsana. Prānāyāma coordinates breath with the subtle nerve network, purifying the nāḍīs by supplying prāṇa through oxygen. Spirituality requires immense discipline and purity, not idleness; it is maintained through mindful action, speech, and companionship. Food is divine prasāda; eat with gratitude, cleanliness, and silence, avoiding waste. The human body is a precious, holy instrument—the only chance in this life. Respect it, keep it healthy, and use it to help others. All humans are one race; racism is a created problem. Suffering stems from fear, which covers our peace. Know yourself, respect parents, and follow the path of discipline. "Spirituality means purity. Spirituality does not mean that whole day you sit and meditate." "Your body is a holy body, and this body is the only chance in this life." Filming location: London, UK

Chakra Meditation

Meditation focuses the awareness on breath and chakras to balance energy and purify the mind. Sit comfortably with body straight and relaxed. Be aware of your natural breath. Coordinate breath with body: inhalation expands, exhalation contracts. Bring awareness to Maṇipūra Cakra near the navel. It balances physical and mental health. Visualize the Maṇipūra Cakra. Feel it expand with inhalation and contract with exhalation. Follow breath between navel and heart. Energy flows from Maṇipūra to Anāhata on inhale and returns on exhale. Observe breath from throat to navel on inhale. Exhale from navel to throat through the mouth. Feel warm air on your lower lip. Inhale from Maṇipūra to Viśuddhi for purification. Viśuddhi releases toxins and mental tensions. Exhale through mouth, bringing tensions to throat for filtration. Leave breath-following and concentrate on the brow center, merging with yourself. "Awakening of the consciousness there balances our physical and mental health." "Viśuddhi means purification of all kinds of impurities, poison. It also means the mental block is removed—the mental pain, mental problems, mental tensions."

Regain Self- Confidence

True welcome and love flow from the heart, not just formal gestures. When four eyes meet in genuine love and respect, sixty-four blessings open as shared smiles, and seventy-two thousand bodily channels flow with love, vibrating every cell with health. Conversely, meeting with hatred or fear closes lips, cramps the nerves, kills healthy cells, and causes disease. Lost love or confidence breeds disappointment, which destroys discipline and hope. Even divine beings face disappointment, as when Brahmā's sons refused to multiply. Maintaining a home with warmth, ceremony, and satsaṅg cleanses negative energy. All creatures, from elephants to bulls, feel love, memory, and homesickness. The deepest love is for God, expressed as the burning fire of separation, viraha, a sickness only the Divine can cure. Never lose self-confidence or break another's trust; with divine protection and inner discipline, even what is lost can blossom anew. "When two eyes and your two eyes—eyes to eyes—when one meets loving friends, that is four meeting." "Where there is love, where there is respect, where there is welcoming, then when four meet together, sixty-four blessings open." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Awakening of Spring and the Inner Light

Spring awakens the inner light. Nature opens in spring, urging us to open too. We sought light in winter's darkness. The light we seek is not the sun or stars, but the inner light. Meditative light is physical, yet it points toward the indescribable Ātmajyoti, the soul's light. This light is glimpsed in sleep and dreams, where time and speed differ. To awaken, follow the Guru's words and keep company with sādhus. A sādhu lives simply, from the heart, not the intellect. Simple words carry love and grace. Engage in Satsaṅga where speech is clear for all. Spring's energy brings inner awakening and outward growth, moving through life's stages toward renunciation. All practitioners seek God within and without. Even non-belief is a form of belief. Study the meaning of life. Worldly hungers are never fulfilled; only Self-knowledge brings completeness. Perform selfless action, not laziness. Leave behind good works, not rubbish. Speak and write beautifully, for words engrave on consciousness. Do everything with love for all. Plant trees whose fruit others will enjoy. Inherit the master's spiritual quality. We build and create together, leaving a beautiful vibration as our purpose. "O my mind, repeat the name of Kṛṣṇa, the name of God. Follow the words of the Guru, steadfast in action, and associate with the saints." "Without the name of Kṛṣṇa or the name of God, everything is nothing. It is pointless." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Yoga im taglichen Leben

Human festivals cultivate our positive, spiritual nature. The mind contains greed and hatred, but celebrations evoke love and forgiveness. This is our sunny side. Among 8.4 million species, humanity is one. Recognize this each morning. Our human qualities are love, devotion, and tolerance. Develop them through helping others. Positive thinking is foundational spirituality. Health depends on the body and proper nourishment. Cook at home using organic ingredients. Practice yoga mindfully for one to two hours daily. This integrates body, breath, and truthful living. Uphold these principles consistently. "I am a human being." "Helping hands are more valuable than folded hands."

Keep the Light!

Surrender, prayer, and self-realization form the path to inner peace. Before sleep, all actions are surrendered to the Lord, releasing mental tension. Prayer is offered for universal happiness, not just oneself. Judgment and humiliation of others are avoided. All knowledge is temporary, given by grace. The Vedas teach harmony with nature and acknowledge no individual God, only Īśvara. Nature does not need humans; humans need nature. The mind creates and dissolves the world. Without self-inquiry, one fights over temporary identities. The age of Kali pursues outward power, but God is found within. Evening practices—washing, prayer, and surrender—bring peaceful sleep. Waking in Brahmamuhūrta, one remembers God, not coffee. Morning surrender and the affirmation “I am human” awaken divine qualities. Viveka discerns Brahman as truth; vairāgya grants liberation and must be sustained by satsaṅga. The six inner treasures include śama, dama, and titikṣā; one is rich if one thinks so. Longing for liberation and Guru’s grace are essential. Nivṛtti, the cessation of mental fluctuations, is achieved through meditation. "Lord of my heart, in Your will I did my best, but I do not know if it was best or not. Through body, through words, and through mind—whatever I did, I surrender to You." "Nature doesn’t need us; we need nature." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Do not miss Rama!

A melā is a gathering where human and animal natures meet. A disciple went to a melā with a peacock feather. Looking through it, he saw the crowd as animals with human bodies. Only in a few places did he see true humans, who welcomed him warmly. He reported that most had human form but animal qualities. True humanity is defined by inner positive qualities and spiritual development, which many lack. In the world, many appear human, but few possess human quality. Divine and demonic energies coexist, with the latter dominating in this age. It is difficult to discern who carries which energy. A holy gathering attracts a divine atmosphere, while demonic forces aim to disturb. "Many humans, but few are they who have human quality." "God is love and love is God." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The Fire of Jealousy and the Path of Sūrat

Jealousy is a fire that burns the one who is jealous, not its target. This destructive quality, like ego, anger, and greed, is a spiritual illness that obstructs development. Negative thinking invites many problems. Even on the spiritual path, jealousy arises among disciples and towards divine figures, asking "why not me?" This pride is the biggest obstacle. True progress requires humility, understanding others' mistakes, and forgiveness. The external form, like a robe, means nothing compared to the inner state. One must use the swift power of concentration, Sūrat, as a horse to pull the coach of disciplined practice toward the goal before life ends. Worldly knowledge becomes zero at death; only the Guru's simple technique matters. Do not fear temptations or difficulties on the path. Cultivate multi-faceted knowledge and maintain a spiritual environment. "O worldly people, why do you have doubts? I taught them the words of the truth." "O my brother Sādhus, why do you waste the time? Don’t delay. Now concentrate on your bhajans, your bhakti." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Meditation fur positives Denken

A guided meditation on awareness and breath. Sit comfortably upright and close the eyes. Relax the entire body and withdraw awareness from the outer world. Chant Oṃ to concentrate on sound and become aware of existence. Observe the natural breath, noting the belly's expansion and contraction. Feel the breath flow normally between the navel and throat. Be aware of the body, mind, and thoughts. Secure blessings as positive thoughts for oneself and the entire world. Conclude with deep breaths and chanting Oṃ Śāntiḥ. "Observe the breath between the navel and the throat and relax." "Secure your blessings as positive thoughts throughout the entire world."

How to reach the aim of your life

Yoga is a balanced system for physical, mental, social, and spiritual health, accessible to all. Practice consistently to gain its benefits; if you do not use it, you will lose it. Have a clear, unwavering life aim and work toward it with inner willpower. Do not depend on people, but rely on the teachings and your spiritual tradition. Spiritual development is not quick; do not confuse yourself by constantly changing paths or reading endlessly without practice. Connect your core awareness and concentration to your spiritual practice. All genuine spiritual paths ultimately lead to the same truth, so do not divert others from their chosen path. Value satsang and leave something good for the world. "Yoga in Daily Life Means Harmony of Body, Mind, and Soul." "Surta bhajan mein jodo—connect your surta in bhajan, and bhajan means spirituality, your interest towards spirituality." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Ein Abend

Today is a day of non-violence, a tribute to Mahātmā Gandhi. Two forces exist within the universe and every being: divine and demonic. Humans possess intellect and grace, but require education in being human. Our purpose is custodianship. Non-violence is the highest principle, extending beyond the physical to emotional and intellectual harm. Anger and greed are weaknesses. Modern education lacks spirituality and ethics, replaced by pursuit of wealth. The fault begins with parents; family is the foundation of education. A human awakening starts with the thought "I am a human being," leading to discernment between human and demonic qualities. Non-violence must apply to all living beings and nature. Animals suffer greatly for human consumption; the greatest share of karma falls on the consumer. Women, as mothers, are vital for educating future generations and establishing peace. Multicultural understanding is essential, as there are no true races, only one humanity. Peace is not a destination but the path itself, beginning within one's own heart. "Mother Nature has enough for your need, but not for your greed." "Hate the sin, not the sinner." Filming location: Austria

The Path of Steadfast Practice

Success is achieved through steadfast, silent practice and an unwavering goal. A clear mental conception of your aim must be formed, and you must work for it throughout life despite obstacles and doubters. Inner will and strength are key; never give up. Observe the ant that persistently carries its crumb; it teaches perseverance. Spiritual and material goals share the same principle: maintain self-confidence and do not use negative words in your resolve. Practice continuously, as constant effort wears away resistance. Discipline is essential, and you must not lose sight of your objective. Spiritual knowledge is eternal, unlike intellectual knowledge which changes. Participate in Satsaṅga, the company of the truth, for spiritual development. Proceed with patience and certainty, seeing the beauty in all seasons and within yourself. "The yogī said, the ant is my guru, my greatest teacher. She told me: do not give up. Do not give up your goal." "Practice, practice, practice. Karat karat abhyāsa pyāre, jaḍamatī hota sujāna, rasī āvata jāvata śila para paḍata niśāna." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Higher Consciousness

The path to spiritual titles and realization is one of humility, not mere position. True attainment is measured by inner development and equal vision, not literary knowledge. Humility attracts divine grace, while pride destroys the quality of any attainment. The principle is higher thinking coupled with simple living, which means using necessities without attachment or pride, not rejecting them. Complete self-realization is rare and reserved; most practitioners experience only glimpses of the Self. These glimpses come through contemplation and grace, not through egoistic claims. Ancestral spirits can cause disturbances, requiring ceremonies rooted in a universal belief in the soul that transcends religious labels. True peace extends to all elements of existence. "Laguta se prabhuta mele—the more humble you are, the more you attain a divine position." "He is renouncing everything, but things do not renounce him."

Turn Kaliyuga into Satyayuga

Life is an intelligent gamble requiring awareness, not mere rationality. Worry is a common wave in existence, a play of joy and sorrow from which we occasionally glimpse a deeper truth. Nature keeps us occupied with personal plans, but yoga offers answers. Life's stages are like successive sandboxes, yet freedom is not a future reward but a present state of contentment found in following one's dharma. Dharma is a universal principle of truth, aligning feeling, thought, and action. Its fulfillment brings harmony, not from external acquisition but from inner completion. The pursuit of happiness often leads to pain, while disciplined effort yields joy, all pointing toward bliss. Suffering arises from a lack of discrimination between real and unreal, fueled by egoic identification with likes and dislikes. Spiritual progress requires developing this discernment through practice. While navigating life's duality, one is never truly alone. The current global crisis stems from a lack of ethical and spiritual education for children. We must protect nature, reject destructive consumption and fashion, and simplify life. Professions should be balanced with love, respect for all creatures, and keeping families close. Dharma is one's inherent function, and Sanātana Dharma is the eternal natural order. Conflict arises when people try to impose their dharma on others, ignoring the one universal truth. Yoga is a science of harmony for body, mind, and soul, present in all religious traditions through practical postures and prayers. It is a neutral path for health and should be embraced by all. "For what?" and "What do you think I am now, already?" "How can the illusion of illusion touch us?"

Chinta and Chintan

Cintā, or obsessive worry, is a destructive disease that extinguishes willpower and ambition, casting one into darkness. It is a chain that binds, surfacing lower qualities and severing the feeling of being complete Brahman. Excessive intellect focused on worldly ambition leads only to ultimate disappointment. The antidote is viveka, the discriminative faculty, combined with awareness and observation. One must practice ātmā cintan—thinking on the self—rather than worldly cintā. Life is inherently filled with struggle from birth onward, but identification with the eternal ātmā dissolves psychic problems. Worry never solves anything; alert awareness allows it to disperse like clouds before the sun. Surrender and right action guided by viveka lead forward. "Cintā is one of the terrible diseases. It kills the will of man, the inner willpower." "Viveka is the cream of the intellect; viveka is our best friend."

Effects of Practising Mantra

The power of mantra and the value of human life are profound. Chanting mantra resonates within, transforming the body into a temple and leading toward enlightenment through disciplined practice. This sound is the form of Brahman. Constant repetition wears away negativity, just as a footpath wears away grass. The human body is an invaluable gift, not to be bought or sold. This value necessitates compassion and mercy for all creation, understanding the life in all beings. Sanskrit is a divine language, and the eternal roots of spirituality are one, beyond man-made religious divisions. Mantra purifies negative energies. True spirituality arises from a heart filled with compassion and discernment. "Constantly and with discipline, if we chant our mantras, when we sing our mantras, no doubt, it will lead us to enlightenment." "In the heart should be love and mercy for all kinds of creation."

Satyam Shivam Sundaram

The path of truth is realized through mantra and inner transformation. Satyam is the ultimate truth, Brahman, which is Śiva. This truth is beauty and divine bliss, not a physical form. The world is an illusion, like water bubbles. Singing and mantra are calls to God that lead to oneness. Concentrate on the Maṇipūra, Anāhata, and Ājñā cakras. The resonance begins from the Oṃkāra Bindu in the Maṇipūra. Meditating on this leads to liberation. A point comes in life when a profound change enters the subconscious. One must make a firm resolution from the heart and mind to stop a negative habit or attachment. This applies to work, relationships, or addictions. The story of Vālmīki shows that only the name of God, through mantra, can purify accumulated karma. Mantra converts negative qualities into positive ones. Sanātana Dharma is eternal and continuous, unlike other traditions which may have closed chapters. The lineage carries the same light. All spirituality originates from the Vedas. "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā – that truth is the Brahman or the Swayambhū, the Śiva." "Only the name of God, mantra. That mantra can purify you from this karma. There is no other way." Filming locations: Ringas, Rajasthan, India.

Realisation of the Atma

The Non-Dual Reality and Self-Realization: Cintan over Cintā Advaita means non-duality; what is visible and touchable changes, but reality remains unchanged. Self-realization, ātmā anubhūti, is the direct experience of the Ātmā, witnessed once and forever. It stands as the witness of all worldly changes. Modern human cintan, thinking, is directed entirely outward into technology. This outward focus makes humans lonely, separated, and like technique itself, lacking ethics and spirituality. The purpose for which God sent humans is self-realization, and that inner ability is wasted. Ancient ṛṣis possessed durdarśan, distant vision, and durśravaṇ, distant hearing, through guru kṛpā. Sañjaya received such a blessing from Kṛṣṇa to see the Kurukṣetra war; when grace withdrew, the vision vanished. Thus, mokṣa mūlaṁ guru kṛpā—the root of liberation is guru's grace. The body itself illustrates the four castes: Brahmana is the head, Kshatriya the arms, Vaishya the trunk, Shudra the legs—all four in one body. The ātmā is immortal, everywhere, unlimited, whereas the body and its technologies are limited and dependent. True meditation is ātmā cintan, thinking on the Self, not just any visualization. Without proper cintan, one falls into cintā—worry, fear, nervousness, anger, hate, and jealousy. Cintā creates cracks in faith and dissipates bhakti, like a termite destroying a tree. Therefore, never be worried; take things as they are, for what will happen will happen. The first step of self-realization is to see thyself in each and every entity, bringing reconciliation and oneness. "Cintā kabhī mat karanā." "To see thyself in each and every entity — this is the first step of self-realization." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The story of Hanuman

The devotional journey reveals the path to liberation through unwavering faith and divine grace. Hanumān's strength and devotion exemplify the surrender required. The true seeker is tested, and sorrow's root is revealed. Only by holding fast, like Rāma, does one cross over. The body is a fortress, vast and strong, yet it cannot contain the liberated soul. Many paths exist, but only one leads to freedom. That path is traversed by remembering the divine name and following the command of the Lord. With true love and pure company, all obstacles are removed. "Without Rāma’s command, I find no rest." "Many paths exist, but only one leads to liberation; effort is required to cross it."

Sanatan Dharma is for all

Human culture is a single, unifying force that adapts yet retains its core. After harvest, without spiritual purpose, idleness leads to harmful habits. Festivals like Dīpāvalī and Holi provide sacred focus during these times. Culture travels with people, merging with local customs but preserving an inner essence, as seen in global traditions sharing symbols of light and reverence. However, modern agriculture poisons this foundation. Pesticides and hybrid seeds destroy health, fertility, and the land itself, creating sterile food and a sterile future. Theoretical knowledge is insufficient; practical change in consumption is essential. Internal obstacles like ego and desire are dormant crocodiles within, requiring conscious awakening to overcome. True practice, not mere theory, is needed to transcend cultural conditioning and physical habits to reach the divine. "A ton of theory is nothing compared to a gram of practice." "Therefore, the only answer... is two simple solutions: use no pesticides, and be vegetarian." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Shakti and Satsang

Holi signifies the awakening of the divine Śakti within. This Śakti is the primordial energy present in all consciousness and the five elements, governing life, nature, and the heart's constant rhythm. It possesses both positive and negative poles; positive thoughts and actions save life, while negativity destroys. The festival symbolizes coloring one's life with divine thoughts, overcoming base desires or vāsanā. True color comes from devotion, sustained only by renunciation and endurance. Understanding and retaining every word of the Guru's teaching is essential, for missing even one prevents spiritual progress. The Guru's word is the pearl sought by the true seeker, coloring the heart with lasting wisdom. "Without this Śakti, we cannot walk, we cannot speak." "Rare are they who enjoy the poorness, and unlucky are they who suffer the richness." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Wisdom in life

Our destiny is shaped by our own actions, and the soul carries these karmas beyond the physical body. We possess three bodies: physical, mental, and subtle. The soul travels through the universe and descends to Earth according to its destiny to resolve past actions. While astral destinies are fixed, our manifested life situations can be changed. Being born human is the first blessing, followed by ethical education from parents, positive social connections, and an inner spiritual awakening. Life is a flowing river; we must face problems, not escape them. Follow four principles: mindful nourishment, conscious recreation, respectful behavior, and positive thought. Change begins with oneself. "Every thought which goes out of our brain will come back to our brain, like a boomerang." "Be the change you want to see." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Healthy food with love

Food is the basis of life, a science and philosophy essential for health and spiritual well-being. Most people do not know how to cook, relying on ready-made items instead of understanding nourishment. Cooking is a science called Pakśāstra, concerned with the quality of food according to Āyurvedic principles, not merely quantity. Proper food influences the body, glands, hormones, senses, mind, and intellect. Spices, used whole and fresh, are crucial for specific glands and health. Homemade food prepared with love and offered to the divine becomes holy prasāda, carrying the cook's intention. Sacred objects like Rudrākṣa and crystal represent Śiva and Śakti, offering protection and purity. We eat for living a healthy, long life, not live for eating. "Eating is our life. But it is said that we are not living for eating; we are eating for living." "Food is not just for enjoying and filling our stomach, but food is to feel happy, relaxed, healthy, and to have a long, long life." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

What Yoga in Daily Life means

Yoga in daily life is a system for holistic health and discipline. Health is the foundation, encompassing physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. We are responsible for our own health, and laziness is our greatest enemy, overcome through self-discipline. Our habits, shaped by nourishment, company, and routine, become a second nature; bad habits are like a bear that will not let us go. The mind is a powerful, untamed force driven by ambition and longing, which can lead us into traps, like a monkey seizing a basket containing a cobra. True practice requires starting now, not tomorrow. The system includes physical postures, breathwork, and cleansing techniques for all ages, designed for family practice without fanaticism. It advocates ethical living, including non-violence and a vegetarian diet, and is a spiritual science independent of religion. It extends to social service and environmental care, aiming to cultivate inner peace and kindness. "Health is not everything, but without health, everything is nothing." "Man maraṇa mamatā marī. Why can't we control our mind? Because we have not controlled our ambition." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

The Festival of Holī: From Darkness to Light

The festival of Holī celebrates the victory of light over darkness. Culture and tradition unite us, creating family and community. Human life is a precious opportunity for spiritual progress, the final step toward self-realization. The journey is like a river seeking the ocean or a leaf separated from its tree, fraught with obstacles. Ego and negative qualities must die for the pure self to live. This is not easily achieved, as illustrated by a disciple who claimed enlightenment yet reacted with anger when tested. The story of Holī originates from the demon king Hiraṇyakaśipu, who sought immortality through a boon making him nearly invincible. His devout son Prahlāda, protected by divine grace, survived all attempts on his life. The king’s sister Holikā, who was immune to fire, perished when trying to burn Prahlāda, while he remained unharmed. The king was ultimately destroyed by the divine Narasiṁha avatāra, a half-man, half-lion form, at twilight, at a threshold, fulfilling the conditions of the boon. The festival thus symbolizes the destruction of negative forces and the protection of devotion. It is a day for joy, color, and harmony, reminding us to cultivate goodness and reduce negativity within. "Human life is the last milestone to enter into that kingdom of the Supreme." "‘Die’ means ego, selfishness, greed, anger, hate, jealousy, revenge, cruelties, backbiting, negative thinking." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Forgive and Forget

Karma arises from four instruments: body, speech, mind, and wealth. Every action generates a corresponding reaction that returns to the actor. Speech creates relations or enemies. The potential for action is immense; using it positively requires viveka, or discernment. Viveka is the pure quality of knowledge that digests experience through both intellect and heart, preventing harsh words and ego from taking root. Without this kindness, greed and ambition foster negative results. Words can wound more deeply than physical injury, creating lasting scars that fuel subconscious resentment. True wisdom involves forgiving and forgetting, yet this is difficult. Subtle mental actions and hidden desires are powerful and dangerous, forming the foundation of future outcomes. Wealth and power must be used rightly, as misuse generates severe karma. The human intellect is a powerful tool; when clear and loving, it becomes a divine instrument. Past actions do not matter; one must now change thinking, feeling, and doing. The capacity to receive wisdom varies, like vessels at a waterfall. The essence is to purify inner layers through practice until clarity dawns. "Speak such a language that everyone becomes happy and delighted and free." "Forgiveness is great. And to forget is divine." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Overcome Fear

Fear arises from ignorance and doubt, blocking spiritual progress. The soul is immortal, yet bound to a mortal body. After death, consciousness persists in an astral form, detached from material communication. Attachment to worldly life creates suffering. Fear manifests from uncertainty and negative thinking. To overcome fear, cultivate unwavering certainty in your positive aims. Spiritual practice, like singing bhajans, provides guidance and removes fear by fostering inner conviction. Blessings possess universal power, extending to all life. True knowledge dispels the illusions created by ignorance. "Where there is ignorance, there is fear. Where there is ignorance, there are mistakes." "From where did the snake come? From ignorance. And where did the snake disappear? Through the knowledge, and when the knowledge came, the fear disappears." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Family life

The moon governs the mind, and its cycles of saṅkalpa and vikalpa—decision and doubt—create pressure that disrupts family and spiritual harmony. Ancient wisdom worshipped the pure elements within the body as divine, for they sustain life. True spirituality is not renunciation but maintaining purity and positive thought within family life. This path harmonizes with nature, for going against it brings harsh consequences. Modern consumption, especially of poisoned food, is a slow death that disrupts this harmony. Yoga’s divine principles are designed for householders to pass wisdom through generations, balancing work and devotion without judgment or negative thought. A spiritual life unites the family like two wings of one bird, requiring only the shift from negative to positive thinking. "Spirituality means purity, crystal clear, transparent, with our thoughts and our feelings positive." "Yoga means union, uniting the family, harmonizing the family." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

I am Satchitananda

Śivarātri signifies perpetual purification, removing impurities like ego and selfishness through daily devotion. This world exists for consciousness to evolve towards the highest truth. Ritual ablution cleanses karmic residues from all lives, just as bathing refreshes the body. True spirituality requires inner renunciation, not merely of material things but of the ego's demands for position and recognition. Such desires create spiritual darkness. Disciples are like chapatis on a pan; the master, as the cook, prevents burning but requires surrender to the process. The aim is to realize one's nature as Sat-Chit-Ānanda—bliss, consciousness, and truth—beyond the body and ego. This realization is the purpose of human life. Without it, one remains entangled in worldly strife. The guru principle is essential; physical distance is irrelevant for true devotion. However, seeking the guru for selfish gains like position or wealth creates karmic bondage, not liberation. Pure, selfless devotion is the key. "Śiva Abhiṣeka removes all kinds of impurities: physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, social, etc. It is a purification from the ignorance that is stuck in this worldly life." "As long as there is ego, liking and disliking, this is the biggest problem." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Shiv-Abisheka

A Śiva Pūjā is performed through invocation, abhiṣeka, and homa. The ritual begins with sacred mantras and offerings to Lord Śiva. Water, sandalwood, and sacred ash are offered with reverence. The five nectars and various substances like rice, betel leaf, and flowers are presented. A fire ceremony is conducted, where offerings are made with the utterance of svāhā. This act symbolizes the sacrifice of negativity and ego into the purifying flames. The recitation of the thousand names of Śiva follows, a profound meditation for this age. The ritual concludes with a peace prayer, affirming the eternal, complete nature of the divine. "Whatever negativity, ego, jealousy, or hatred is with us, we are sacrificing." "Pūrṇamadaḥ, Pūrṇamidaṁ, Pūrṇāt Pūrṇamudacyate." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Shiva is the beauty of the Universe

Mahā Śivarātri is the auspicious night for realizing the truth within. Śiva signifies ultimate truth and beauty, while Rātri represents the prevailing darkness of ignorance, stress, and ego. Śiva, the first yogī, embodies self-realization through meditation. His iconography is deeply symbolic: the trident controls sins of mind, action, and speech; the snake signifies fearlessness from material bondage; sacred ash reminds of mortality to deter wrongdoing. The third eye and bindu represent inner vision beyond the three guṇas, attained by turning inward. All spiritual paths seek this liberation. The cosmic drum’s sound birthed Sanskrit, showing Śiva as the source of wisdom and language. True devotion, like the Gaṅgā’s continuous flow, requires daily practice, guru guidance, and unwavering faith to merge the individual soul with the divine ocean. "Śiva means Satya. And 'Rātri' means the dark time. To remove all darkness and ignorance, we need Śiva—the Satya, the truth." "Truth is naked truth; it does not need to be covered. Thus, this yogī, this mahāpuruṣa, is naked like truth." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Sri Ganesh Puja

A Śivarātri puja is performed, beginning with Gaṇeśa and proceeding to Hanumān. The ritual follows traditional structure. Permission is sought from the earth and the guru. Ācamana purification is performed with water. Mantras are chanted, including the Gāyatrī. Gaṇeśa is invoked as the remover of obstacles and worshipped with offerings of water, sandalwood, turmeric, rice, flowers, incense, and light. A saṅkalpa declaration is made for the puja's purpose. Devotional songs are sung. The worship then shifts to Hanumānjī. The deity is bathed with pañcāmṛta and Gaṅgā water, adorned with a sacred thread, and offered sandalwood, rice, flowers, and a coconut. The coconut symbolizes looking beyond external appearance to the inner soul. Chants and prayers continue. "Without worshiping him, no other prayer will be worthwhile." "A coconut looks very ugly from the outside, but inside it has very smooth and sweet water... it signifies that we also, as human beings, we never misjudge anyone." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Pure faith can melt a rock

The human life is a precious chance to purify karma through dharma and faith. Inner purification depends on positive feelings and faith in oneself, which extends to faith in God. Without faith, nothing progresses. Lucky are those born with spiritual guidance, and liberated are those who cultivate spiritual qualities. The ultimate blessing is meeting a true Satguru. Non-duality is the path to self-realization; see all as yourself to dissolve jealousy and ego. We fail by clinging to liking and disliking, a thorny bush trapping us in suffering. To live, you must die to the ego, like a seed in the ground. Faith is the candle in darkness; with it, everything is possible, including enduring necessary karmic suffering. Doubt hardens the heart. Trust yourself; negative thoughts are your own mistake. Be like the sun, bringing light. "Lucky are they who have got a human body, lucky are they who have got good spiritual parents." "Where there is faith, there is God. Where there is faith, there is success. And where there is faith, there is liberation." Filming location: Sunshine Coast, Australia

The Essence and Power of Haṭha Yoga

The nature of the Haṭha Yogī is supreme, achieving a consciousness even Śiva respects. Others may wait lifetimes for liberation, but the Haṭha Yogī stands above all, enduring every condition with immense willpower and complete contentment, free from all desire. A story illustrates this: a yogī, baking bread on a funeral pyre, is offered a boon by Śiva. The yogī refuses, asking only that Śiva depart, demonstrating a state beyond want. In contrast, a Bhakti Yogī constantly petitions God, and a Jñāna Yogī argues, while the Haṭha Yogī is the realized Self. Four types of force exist: the stubborn will of a child, the determined will of a woman, the imposed will of a king, and the unwavering will of the yogī focused solely on self-realization. Haṭha Yoga's practical path involves six purification acts—Neti, Dhauti, Nauli, Basti, Kapālabhāti, and Trāṭaka—to cleanse the body and balance the vital energies. This balance of the Ha and Tha energies, the sun and moon channels, leads to union. It is the highest yoga. "When the Haṭha Yogī comes, then Bhagavān, Sadāśiva, Swayambhū, Bholenāth, with great respect, welcomes the Haṭha Yogī." "Ask anything, I will give you,' so he said, 'Okay, if you want to give me something, then disappear, go away.'" Filming location: Sunshine Coast, Australia

Happiness is hidden within us

Yoga is the state of oneness with the Self, not merely physical postures. These practices are a path, but peace itself is the way. Union means two becoming one, where the street of love is so narrow that two cannot walk together. Disturbances come from the outer world, but one is only lonely when separated from oneself by these distractions. The human body is like a wish-fulfilling tree; every thought and desire manifests, so one must be careful. Unhappiness arises from within through our own desires, anger, and greed, not from outside. Destiny is the result of past actions, yet blessings and mantras can help transform it. True marriage is a merging into one soul, not an emotional union that fluctuates. Therefore, know thyself. Only when sure of yourself can you help others. Mantras and peace are universal, beyond all divisions of religion, for the essence of all is one. "When you have a separation, also you are alone. When you have a unity, union, also you are alone." "Happiness or unhappiness is not from the outside. It is hidden within ourselves." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

Mantra and Energy

The universe originates from divine resonance, which is the primordial energy present in all existence. This sound vibration, Nāda, is the formless Supreme that dwells within every atom and sustains all life. Our human body is a microcosm of this universe, containing immense dormant divine energy within each cell. This energy is structured through channels called nāḍīs and centers called chakras, which govern our physical, mental, and spiritual states. The ultimate human purpose is to awaken this inner energy, purify our consciousness, and transcend the cycle of birth and death to reunite with the divine source. This requires harmonizing our energies, following our dharma, and using our unique human intellect to rise above base desires. The path involves mastering the subtle energies within, particularly through balancing the Ida and Pingala nāḍīs to achieve union, or yoga. When this inner system is awakened and aligned, we achieve enlightenment and liberation from the mortal world. "Resonance is energy, resonance is uniting, resonance is harmonizing, and resonance removes all obstacles and negative energy." "Yathā brahmāṇḍe tathā piṇḍe—what is in the universe, that is in the human body." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

Balancing and Harmonising

Imbalance originates from fear, which is born of ignorance. The five chakras and elements constitute the body; fear disrupts this foundation like an earthquake, causing damage and illness. Past karma lies dormant like a sleeping serpent; disturbing it awakens fear. The greatest fear is the fear of death and its associated pain. Spiritual practice brings balance. The world is unreal, like a dream that passes; do not dwell on the past. A mantra is given to dispel the darkness of ignorance with the light of knowledge. Fear is necessary for survival but becomes unhealthy when it causes phobias and sleeplessness. Chanting aligns energy, pushing negative forces aside and allowing divine energy to guide consciousness, removing anxiety and establishing peace. "Lead us from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge." "Lead us from unreality to reality." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

Techniques of meditation: Self- Inquiry and Mantra

The path to self-knowledge is the purpose of human life. We are born to ask, "Who am I?" Our intellect distinguishes us among 8.4 million creatures. There are two educations: aparāvidyā for material living and parāvidyā for knowing the higher Self. The ultimate aim is to realize the Ātmā, the pure consciousness beyond time, space, and duality. This is achieved through self-inquiry and meditation. Destiny is the result of past actions, which can be purified. The mind is powerful but limited. True meditation requires a mantra from a genuine master, providing light on the path. Techniques like Trāṭaka can calm the mind and improve concentration, aiding the journey inward. "From 8.4 million, one is the human. Others all live, act, and nourish according to their knowledge, which is limited." "Parāvidyā is beyond this material world. That is the science of the consciousness which is dwelling in the higher worlds." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia