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There are two kinds of happiness: temporary worldly joy and the supreme, everlasting bliss. The search for happiness is universal, yet worldly pleasure is fleeting. Lasting peace, or ānanda, is found within. It is awakened through truth and spiritual practice. Harsh words create lasting wounds, while kind speech brings peace. Doubt and negative company destroy inner tranquility, just as a cracked vessel loses its resonance. Faith and devotion are fragile; once broken, they are difficult to mend without leaving a knot. The ego is a primary obstacle, requiring surrender for healing. True happiness arises from selfless service, kindness, and realizing the divine fountain of joy within one's own heart. This eternal peace is accessed by sacrificing negative qualities and embracing self-realization. "The result of happiness is satsaṅg, and the result of unhappiness is the company of the foolish one." "Speak as if from your lips flowers are coming." Filming location: Sunshine Coast, Australia

Yoga practice must be systematic and integrated, not fragmented throughout the day. Daily practice is as essential as eating or breathing. Begin by preparing a personal space with your own mat and a cloth to preserve your energy. Start with relaxation, then gentle body-warming and stretching exercises, never forcing the body. Proceed into postures, holding them slowly to gain maximum benefit and allow muscles to relax fully, unlike dynamic sports which deplete energy. This method harmonizes circulation. Follow with prāṇāyāma to detoxify and increase vital energy. Breath should be slow to promote longevity. Purification practices and a sattvic diet, including spices like turmeric, support physical health. Prāṇāyāma also balances the nervous system and is a preventive measure for heart health. Practice culminates in meditation. Consistency in this integrated sequence cultivates physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. "During the practice of āsanas, your body should not sweat. If your body is sweating, then you are giving too much force to your body." "Breathe slow... it is said, breathe slow, but in some techniques we have bhasṭrikā, we are doing quickly. That is not counted as a breath; that is counted as a practice." Filming locations: Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Australia

The world is an illusion like the golden deer that led to suffering. Desire for beautiful forms creates bondage. Rāma chased the illusory deer, and Sītā crossed the protective line, leading to her abduction. The deer was Māyā, the city of illusion. The spiritual lineage begins with Śiva, the self-manifested. From Śiva comes the primordial sound, Nāda, which manifests as light. That light shines in all beings. The Guru is like a box containing a priceless diamond. The outer form is worthless; the inner wisdom and love are the treasure. Enlightenment is not a physical light but wisdom and knowledge. Challenges appear as threatening weapons, but if not seen as threats, they dissolve. Practice makes the master. Repeat the mantra with confidence. The authentic tradition gives real authority, like a genuine passport. See the inner light, not just the outer form. The heart of the master is like that of a mother, boundless in love. "Enlightenment is a wisdom, a knowledge—that is all." "Practice makes the master. Practice, practice, practice your mantra with confidence." Filming locations: Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia

Understanding arises from receptivity, not acquisition. Be a guest, not a member of the household who takes only what is known. Bow down to receive from above. Observe your own actions to comprehend their roots. Every person offers a lesson through their behavior, even if it appears negative. A supportive environment is helpful, but the inner atmosphere is paramount. Community, or satsaṅg, nourishes the spiritual journey through shared understanding. Listen more than you speak. Accept teachings with heart and mind to find clarity; misunderstanding brings suffering. A story illustrates this: a disciple, told "God is in everyone," walked toward a mad elephant and was injured. The master corrected him: one must understand the nature and situation, using discrimination. Dharma is the protective principle in all things. Protect dharma, and it protects you. This applies to relationships, health, and community. Harmony requires understanding each person's dharma and avoiding reaction to negativity. "Do not miss anything. Misunderstanding can bring much suffering." "Protection is a protection. That is it." Filming location: Gold Coast, Australia

Prayer, surrender, and heeding the Guru’s word unlock healing and inner peace. A disciple near death was saved when the Guru declared death powerless without permission. A touch of the Guru’s hand brought swift recovery. Another disciple ignored a warning and got lost in rain. The Guru taught to search for truth in all words of saints. When a disciple lamented pain, the Guru said complaining does not free from karma. A turmeric root given by the Guru removed agony instantly. Forgetting the command to stay in Rajasthan, a disciple suffered burning eyes. In a dream, the Guru revealed the remedy: soaked chapati bread brought healing within two days. Prayer grants inner peace beyond outer circumstances. The world is a dream; the past is gone, so it must be released. The mind, like a frightened horse, shuns the water of prayer because of worldly noise; fear must be overcome. Faith is a fragile flame that doubt or bad company can extinguish. Daily practice of the Name is the only support in this age. Be like a honey bee extracting nectar from all situations. Surrender body, mind, and emotions to cross the ocean of existence. “Don’t worry, he will get better. Without my permission, death has no power over him.” “Past is past, delete it.” Filming location: Gold Coast, Australia

The gift of prayer and the art of detachment bring freedom. Prayer is the most powerful gentle tool given to humans. In dark times, it is better to light a candle of mantra than to stand in the dark. Whenever fear or depression arises, one should pray. Prayer purifies the inner functions—mind, intellect, consciousness, ego—which gather worldly pollution daily. Mantra acts as an ever-ready filter for all situations. One must pray from the heart without laying conditions before the Divine. A Himalayan sage taught only two words: “Todo, Joḍo”—break attachment, join detachment. Attachment to the material brings disappointment, for nothing is permanent. Love for God may involve suffering, but unwavering love draws the Divine near. A seeker in the forest, tested by a crow, begged that his eyes be spared to see his Beloved, and God manifested. Another story tells that during hardship, one is carried in the palm of the Divine. Mīrā’s life shows that total devotion survives poison, sword, and blame, merging at last into the eternal flame. Knowing is not realizing; so practice, practice, practice—abhyāsa. Where there is ignorance, there is attachment; where there is love, there is detachment. Love your family and use money wisely, helping those in need, without clinging. Be thankful for all given, and when it passes, let go with gratitude. “When the day is dark and the way is hard to find, don’t let your heart be worried. Just keep one thought in mind: it is better to light a candle than to stand in the dark.” “Break the attachment, join the detachment.” Filming location: Gold Coast, Australia

Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness, a blessing for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Daily practice of āsana, prāṇāyāma, and mantra meditation is necessary. Karma is committed through body, mind, speech, and wealth. One must not cause tears or speak harsh words, for words wound lifelong. Doubt destroys faith and devotion; it must be banished. The soul gathers karma like a snowball; through devotion, negative layers fall away and the soul becomes light. Health is the first happiness—without it, all is nothing. In the body flow seventy-two thousand channels; three are principal: iḍā, piṅgalā, and suṣumnā. Prāṇa is the life force that departs at death. The soul exits through nine doors or, for a yogī, through the crown. At death, the left nostril reveals a dark tunnel, the right a milky light, and the central a highway guided by holy ones. When the soul leaves via suṣumnā, all karma is dissolved. The ātmā is immortal, ever untouched by weapon, fire, water, or death. That ātmā pervades every atom, star, and creature. Realize the self as that universal light. Practice brings the presence of God, not imagination. “Pahalā Sukh Nirogī Kāyā.” — First happiness is a healthy body. “Ātmā jise śastra kāṭe na agni jalāve, bujhāve na pānī na mṛtyu miṭāve.” — The soul cannot be cut by weapons, burned by fire, drowned by water, or taken by death.

Destiny affects even divine incarnations, but devotion to the holy name and the Guru’s word offers liberation. Even divine incarnations like Jesus and Mansur have a destiny, enduring suffering to show realization endures. Trust between master and disciple erases all separation, merging soul into soul. In the Rāmāyaṇa, Lakṣmaṇa lay dying, and the only cure was the Sañjīvanī herb from the Himalayas. Hanumān flew to fetch it, overcoming obstacles when the herbs were disguised. Even Lord Rāma watched the moon set and pleaded for Hanumān’s return. This shows that destiny affects all, including incarnations. In Kali Yuga, the sole refuge is repetition of the holy name—kīrtan and bhajan. Kīrtan is constant chanting, awakening sound from the navel center. This vibration purifies negative energies and recharges every cell. Bhajan includes teachings, removing doubts and giving clarity. Both practices influence destiny by reordering karmic consequences. The Guru’s word can postpone or mitigate one’s fate. Following that word is the essence of mantra power. Satsaṅg, even alone, and forgiveness strengthen spiritual practice. The great forgive; the small make disturbances. Through devotion and the holy name, one crosses suffering to mastery over destiny. "Śaśī ḍhala rahā, śamā tala rahā, Lakṣmaṇa ke prāṇa jā rahā. Hanuman, tum kab āogī?" "Mantra Mūlam Guru Vākya." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

The divine light and hidden powers within us are obscured by ego and ignorance, awaiting awakening through spiritual guidance. As a child, we embody infinite potential, but this inner light becomes veiled over time. We meet a teacher who helps remove this veil, revealing the eternal Self that was always present. This inner divinity exists in all beings and all forms—in trees, rocks, and every heart. The world is transient, but devotion to God is the sole truth. Our human duty is to love all beings as ourselves. True yoga balances the inner energies to awaken consciousness and reach the state of nothingness—the supreme reality. All powers and the entire universe exist within the human body. Through disciplined practice, we purify ourselves and awaken these divine qualities. "Within you is the fountain of joy. The joy which we are searching for is within us, nowhere else." "Hari bhajan ek satya, jagat sab sapnā. The devotion to God is real, and the world is a dream." Filming location: Melbourne, Australia

Swamiji introduces MM Swami Jasraj Puri and explaines in great detail what means Mahamandaleshwar and Akkhara. Ashram: A means welcome, Shram means work. Ashram means: Come to work here on your body, mind, consciousness and realisation. Space is the endless glory of God. We don't know where is the beginning or the end. We are limited. The endless space is like a mother, the cosmic consciousness. Between space and consciousness is Yoga shakti. Yoga is balancing, harmonising and uniting. God is manifested in the form of vibration, sound, resonance - OM - Everything comes from that and merges in that. Yogis are meditating on that. The aim of human life is to help, to serve, to support others and selfrealisation. The human life is a precious diamant but we will not get it again and again. Translation of the bhajan: Sadho bhai ab kyu karo the moro. Recorded in Melbourne, Australia.

Spiritual practice is the path to inner harmony and purity. Authentic tradition is upheld by the Akhāṛā system in India, which grants the title of Mahāmaṇḍaleśvara after rigorous testing of lineage and spiritual merit. Australia is now home to two such title holders, a significant historic development. Spirituality is defined as pure consciousness, not the body, which is inherently impure and a temporary vessel for the individual soul. This soul is entangled with negative qualities like desire and anger, which hinder spiritual progress. Practice is essential to cleanse the inner pollution accumulated daily. Discipline, self-study, and consistent effort are the means to raise consciousness. True spirituality manifests as humility, love, and the capacity to forgive, not in any claim of being spiritual. "Spirituality means purity, pure, crystal clear, transparent, pure. And that means pure consciousness." "Therefore, every day you must... you should practice."

The Guru Tattva is the light beyond the physical form. It functions as Brahmā, creating good thoughts; as Viṣṇu, protecting; as Maheśvara, destroying negativity. That tattva is Parabrahma itself, not the embodied guru. The physical guru is like a box containing a precious diamond—value lies in the light within. That light is pure knowledge, divine bliss, the inner witness, beyond the three guṇas. It sees everywhere, ever aware, omnipresent. Śrī Devpurījī awakened Mahāprabhujī, showing a ray of that cosmic light. The heart, previously bound by illusion, glimpsed the reflection of Brahman like a moon in calm water. That sight brought supreme bliss and radiance, merging the disciple’s gaze with the guru’s light. Through upadeśa, Iḍā and Piṅgalā nāḍīs united, meditation settled at the tenth door. The resonance of So’ham resounded, revealing a city of nothingness, an unmovable flame. There, the fullness of Brahman alone shone, indescribable, without support. This is the ultimate Guru Tattva, the supreme shelter we seek. We pray for that shelter of Brahman. Practice and purification remove the dust of karmas. Keep the light; do not lose it. Through sādhanā, the curtain of ignorance falls. That light alone is eternal and one. "Gurur Sākṣāt Param Brahma, Tasmai Śrī Gurave Namaḥ." "Cetan kā chilakā svāmī ne dikhāyā diyā."

The power of satsaṅg and charity sustains the world. Two kinds of people exist. One concentrates on personal life, which is not wrong. The other creates charitable and spiritual centers for the well-being of nature and society. Experience shows the world cannot survive without spiritual development. A story illustrates the supreme value of satsaṅg. A sage performed austerities for 72,000 years. Another sage possessed the fruit of one minute of satsaṅg. When tested, only the power of that single minute of satsaṅg could support the Earth. Therefore, satsaṅg is the most precious time, while bad company can destroy spiritual practice. What remains after all worldly calculations is dharma, and the Earth rests upon the dharma of those who pray and meditate. For creation's sake, continue spiritual practice and attend satsaṅg, ignoring negative talk. Those with resources should give charity willingly, as those with little often give more freely. Give love, support, and material help, but never give troubles. A spiritual home is for prayer and satsaṅg alone, free from gossip and politics. "Mother Earth remained supported by the fruits of one minute of satsaṅg." "Give love, give understanding, give support, give way, give rights." Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand

The planet suffers due to human greed and disrespect, creating physical and mental pollution. Humans are not almighty; the God-made world is perfect, while the man-made is imperfect. The cause of suffering is a lack of non-violence and limitless desire. Mental pollution from dry intellect is more dangerous than physical pollution. Three forces of suffering—from other beings, karma, and higher influences—attack all creatures. These arise from sin and can be purified through prayer and mantra. The mind, polluted by attachment and desire, cannot be killed, but its chains can be broken by grace. Redirect longing from worldly things to God. Limit needs and live sustainably, for the Earth provides for need, not greed. The final wish should be to remember God's name at the last breath, merging into the divine. "All kinds of development that humans think they create is connected with distractions. The God-made world is perfect, and the man-made world is imperfect." "Mental pollution is more dangerous than physical pollution... The human heart is believed to be a holy heart."

Yoga is the science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul. The human body is a temple and must be cared for through practice. Health is the first comfort; without it, everything is nothing. Yoga practice is a lifelong discipline of dynamic movements, stretching, and postures, performed in sequence to avoid injury and gain benefit. It makes the body flexible and healthy into old age. Prāṇāyāma then detoxifies the body and channels cosmic energy. The ten senses are like wild horses that must be controlled. The intellect is a powerful tool that requires education, like a field needing a farmer. The paths of yoga include Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, Jñāna, and Haṭha. Jñāna Yoga involves four principles: discernment between truth and illusion, detachment, the six inner treasures, and the longing for liberation. The six treasures are withdrawing the senses from external temptations, controlling the mind, maintaining faith, endurance, remaining above worldly illusion, and contentment. One must collect only the good from the world, like a bee takes nectar. Faith is essential; if it is lost, everything is lost. Live in harmony with nature and surrender competition and challenge to God. "One in all and all in one." "Renounce and enjoy." Filming locations: Wellington, New Zealand.

Dharma is the cosmic law we must follow to be protected. Ancient wisdom teaches that dharma is the inherent duty and law of all existence, not merely religion. If you protect dharma, it protects you. Humans have lost their harmonious relationship with nature, acting against it out of greed and selfishness, which creates negative karma. Every entity has a dharma: a seed's is to grow, fire's is to give heat, and the human's is to be a protector. Modern interventions, like creating seedless produce, violate this natural law. Following dharma is challenging and presents moral dilemmas, but it guides us to avoid harm. The wisdom for navigating these trials is preserved in ancient scriptures and the counsel of elders. This knowledge, which cannot be taken from you, is meant to create harmony. We must reclaim this understanding through study, prayer, and respecting cultural traditions like the joint family, which uphold these duties. Our actions are always observed, and we must live prepared. "If you protect the dharma, Dharma will protect you." "God-made world is perfect, and man-made world is imperfect." Filming location: Pula, Croatia

Yoga and daily life are a path to peace through universal love. Ancestors are honored before the divine in many ancient cultures. Lineage transmits the flame of wisdom from Śiva, sustained by Ādiguru Śaṅkarācārya, and handed down through realized masters to the present. Modern life erodes trust with greed, severing human connection and abusing nature. Fear of other humans destroys peace. Trust in God and follow the ancestors; their light remains. Love for all creatures, not only pets, brings heaven on earth. Within you is an ocean of love and an immortal soul, never destroyed by weapons, fire, or death. Thoughts sent out return like a boomerang. Surrender to the Lord daily, close your eyes, and feel peace. Be good, speak kindly, and consider others. Do not cause tears if you cannot dry them. Preserve ancient welcoming traditions; salt symbolizes sacred bond and life’s essence. Understand both how to start and how to stop. Meditation and prayer transform everyday life. All should live in harmony and peace. “Within you is the fountain of joy; that fountain will never stop.” “Do not do to others what you don’t like to be done to you.” Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand

Happiness is a universal principle given freely to all, yet we struggle to attain it. We pursue material happiness, but it is temporary and often brings more suffering than joy. True, lasting happiness is supreme bliss, beyond the changing material world. It requires renunciation: take only what you need and release attachments, as possessions create fear and slavery. Also renounce bad habits, which are a slow suicide. Practice austerity by enduring life's situations with simplicity. Study sacred texts and, more importantly, study yourself through self-inquiry and meditation. Understand that many circumstances are not within your control, and through this understanding, you will not suffer. Real happiness comes from self-knowledge, realizing your true Self is universal, eternal bliss, not the changing body or mind. Do not let external words disturb your inner peace; you alone can give yourself lasting happiness. "One is the material happiness... the joy of the joy which you try to enjoy has a little joy than the suffering of that enjoyment." "Real happiness, real peace, real love, real contentment, real joy is in thy heart." Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand

The hidden treasures within are discovered through the four yogas: Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, and Jñāna. Human focus on the outer world obscures inner values. Karma Yoga is action through body, mind, speech, and wealth, governed by the law of cause and effect, with selfless action being the highest principle. Bhakti Yoga is devotion, the supreme protection in this age, leading to surrender. Rāja Yoga is self-discipline through the eight limbs, the key to success. Jñāna Yoga is the knowledge of the Self. The world is changing and unreal; only the Supreme is eternal truth. Time is fleeting and must not be wasted. Disturbances and troubles arise from attachments and past actions. The path requires Viveka to discern truth, Vairāgya for detachment, the six inner treasures for practice, and Mumukṣutva, the burning desire for liberation. Self-realization merges the knower, knowing, and known into oneness. "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā." Only the Supreme is truth; this world is changing. "Karma doesn’t excuse anyone. And time will not wait for anyone." Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand

The opening of a new center is a celebration of growth from a small seed into a great tree, supported by collective effort and divine blessing. From a small beginning, a dedicated space is established through perseverance and service. This new branch provides an opportunity for many to serve and grow closer to the divine light. The work is challenging, but with faith and the support of the global community, it will flourish. The center is a vessel; light the lamp, and seekers will come. It represents a new beginning where service becomes the path to closeness and liberation. "Sevā is greater than mokṣa, service is greater than liberation." "Light the light, bring the light, and they will come." Filming locations: San Francisco, Oakland, California, United States.

Today is a special day, the festival of Holī, celebrating the victory of devotion over arrogance. Every spiritual tradition begins in the name of God, a guideline like a torchlight in darkness. The full moon's gentle light is considered a nectar. In a past age, a king named Hiraṇyakaśipu sought immortality through austerities. He received a boon that no human, animal, weapon, or natural cause could kill him, neither inside nor outside, nor during day or night. He declared himself God and forbade worship. His son, Prahlāda, was a devoted worshipper from birth. The king attempted to kill the boy repeatedly, but divine protection saved him each time. The king's sister, Holikā, who was immune to fire, sat in flames with Prahlāda in her lap. She burned to ashes while the devotee remained unharmed. Ultimately, the divine manifested as Narasiṁha, half-man and half-lion, at twilight on a threshold, using no weapons, to fulfill the boon's conditions and defeat the arrogant king. This day marks the victory of righteousness. Yoga is designed for reunion with the universal one. Haṭha Yoga balances the energy channels, purifying body and mind. Its six cleansing techniques are Netī, Dhautī, Naulī, Bastī, Kapālabhātī, and Trāṭak. Practice requires discipline and gradual progress, not competition. These Kriyās promote health, concentration, and inner peace, aligning body, mind, and spirit. "Whom God protects, no one can kill. Even the whole world is your enemy." "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā. God is truth; the world is transient."

The lake, the tree, the saint, and the rain manifest for the well-being of all without duality. Water gives life to all without refusal or anger. A tree offers fruit, shade, and oxygen regardless of who planted it or who cuts it. The words of a saint are for every being. Rain falls on all places without discrimination. Water is the blood of the planet; a tree is holy and life. Human greed pollutes water and soil. The restless mind is a ghost demanding endless work. Give that mind the task of climbing up and down the spinal column with the breath. Ascending and descending awareness purifies the energy centers and brings peace. The supreme truth is Brahman, the unchanging reality; the world is a changing illusion. The ātmā is one in all; harming another harms oneself. Peace is within, not in wealth or age. Destiny is shaped by karma performed through body, mind, speech, and social position. Yoga is reunion with that oneness through meditation on Oṃ and the inner light. Self-inquiry leads to supreme bliss in a troublesome world. "When the last tree is chopped down and the last fish dies, then, O human, you will realize you cannot eat your money." "If you cannot dry the tears of others, do not be the cause of their tears." Filming locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Living in peace requires managing inner perception amidst inevitable outer turmoil. The world has always contained trouble and those who create it, often believing themselves right. One must continue daily duties regardless, not stopping for temporary disturbances. True peace is found within, not in changing external conditions. The mind projects its own negativity outward, coloring perception like tinted glasses. Therefore, cultivate inner positivity and relaxation. The body is a vehicle for experience and must be cared for through practices like yoga, which harmonize body and mind. Liberation comes through knowledge and grace, not posture alone. Help others when possible, and at minimum, do not disturb. "So do thou, my Lord, for thou and I are never apart. I am the bubble, make me the sea." "Who am I? From where have I come? Why did I come? And where will I go?"

The eternal spiritual lineage transmits divine wisdom from master to disciple. God placed a divine spark of light within every heart. This light dispels ignorance when it radiates, revealing divine wisdom. The Guru's word is God's instruction to love all beings without distinction. This knowledge flows through an unbroken tradition, from parents to children and teacher to student. This Sanātana light is eternal and indestructible, like the sun. Darkness cannot approach it without dissolving. True wisdom is Śruti, spoken by the great masters, and Smṛti, what is remembered and passed on. Every profession requires proper training and recognition from a qualified teacher; yoga is no different. Half-knowledge is dangerous. The teacher is not the doer but a messenger carrying the light forward. "God said, 'My children, I send you on this planet as a protector, to protect all my children.'" "In the heart there is one small space, beautiful like a cave. In that cave, there is a beautiful, tiny, sparkling blue light—Śivajyoti."

The four holy ones manifest on this planet solely for the well-being of others. The first is the lake or water body, which serves all without discrimination, like a mother. The second is the tree, which provides for countless creatures without attachment or enmity. The third is the holy saint, whose teachings are for the entire world, to be received according to one's capacity. The fourth is the rain, which falls equally on all plants, good and bad, like a universal blessing. These four are declared holy by nature because they exist for everyone. Human greed, however, is destroying the planet. We take everything from the Earth, which now struggles to breathe. We must adopt the duty of protectors, not distractors, and strive to leave the world no worse than we found it. "Mother Earth has enough for everyone's need, but not for the greed." "The helping hands have more value than folded hands." Filming location: Alexandria, USA

Yoga is the science of uniting body, mind, and soul through harmony and balance. It is an ancient system for overall well-being. The universe and our own bodies are complex, harmonized creations we do not fully understand. We struggle to comprehend even our physical form, let alone our mind with its emotions and intellect. Negative tendencies like hate, jealousy, and greed act as internal enemies. The intellect can be polluted, but Viveka, or discernment, helps us see the positive. Laziness is the great enemy of spiritual progress and discipline. Yoga practice, including Prāṇāyāma, purifies and energizes. Our consciousness leads to the soul, the singular essence within. Humans focus outward, but yoga turns us inward to find endless inner beauty. The practice is for everyone, integrated into daily life without competition. It requires motivation and discipline to build unwavering faith, which is essential. We are limited beings who can pray, practice, and strive to do good. "Yoga is that which unites. Uniting means creating harmony and balance." "The biggest enemy of the human is laziness. For good things, don't be lazy, and for bad things, be perfectly lazy." Filming location: Washington DC, USA

Words have immense power to create or destroy. We are one human family; suffering anywhere is our own. A morning tsunami brought great sadness, reminding us of our shared heart. True unity comes from feeling others' pain as our own. Collective prayer is a powerful support, not through material gifts but through heartfelt words of peace and love. Yet many carry an inner tsunami of hatred and ego, more destructive than any physical wave. This inner turmoil pollutes the intellect and breeds violence in the world. Cultivating non-violence begins with mastering speech. A story illustrates this: an insult from a single moment of thoughtless laughter ignited a great war, causing immense suffering. A wound from words can last a lifetime, while a physical wound heals. Therefore, speak only words that bring happiness and harmony. Before speaking, overthink. Silence often reveals wisdom. What you carry in your heart's pocket, you give to the world. If God resides there, you give love and light. If ego resides there, you give destruction. The heart must be like a deep ocean—peaceful at its depth despite surface storms. Discover the inner ocean of bliss. Kill the ego and live a divine life. The orange robe of a monk is not mere cloth; it is a skin of commitment, representing a lifelong walk through fire, demanding impeccable integrity. Your spoken word is a vow; value it even at the cost of your life. Speech can shatter hearts; one must strive to mend them. Ultimately, positive, eternal forces prevail. Non-violence is the highest principle—do not harm anyone through thought, word, or deed. Every thought and word returns to you like a boomerang. "Someone said, if you are hurt by a weapon or a knife, in time the wound will heal. But if you are hurt by words in your heart, that wound will not heal for a lifetime." "Ahiṃsā paramo dharma: non-violence is the highest principle. Non-violence is the highest religion." Filming locations: Alexandria, Virginia, United States.

Integrating yoga into daily life is the path. General instructions are given; apply them according to personal capacity. The worldly ocean awaits, filled with challenges; learn to navigate it skillfully. When feeling imbalanced, pause advanced practices and focus on foundational āsanas, Karma Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga. These are most suitable. Bhakti should be expansive, directed toward all living beings, not a narrow devotion. The highest forms are guru bhakti, selfless service, self-knowledge, and discipline. This science of daily yoga is entrusted to you for practice and sharing. Teaching this understanding is the greatest help, greater than material gifts. Do not measure spiritual progress, as this breeds ego. Life is a field of karma where one must cultivate good and weed out the bad; one cannot and should not run from it. Māyā, or illusion, appears in countless forms to distract from the path. It is pervasive, like a mirage. Desire for supernatural powers, or siddhis, is dangerous and feeds the ego, though such powers can be used compassionately by saints to relieve genuine suffering. Have no temptations or expectations, though natural hopes for health and harmony remain. Dedicate life to service, settle all karmic debts, and seek forgiveness from all before departure. Follow the master's instructions faithfully; they are the captain guiding the boat across the ocean. Do not abandon the path. "Just do your karma, and do not expect the fruits." "O Lord, I have given all responsibility of this life into your hands."

Yoga is the ancient science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul for health and unity. It is a universal, practical path, not a religion or dogma. Its principles lead to a happy, harmonious life through love and understanding. God is omnipresent, manifesting in various forms to serve and liberate. All creation is of one God, making non-violence the highest principle. To understand God, one must first ask "Who am I?" Yoga widens consciousness, making one humble, creative, and complete, realizing God as love. Each person relates to God uniquely, and all are right. Freedom from inner negative qualities is true liberation, as suffering stems from our own habits. The universe contains positive and negative forces; every being's destination is union with the divine. Humans seek happiness, but it is found within through calmness, not in external pursuits. Simple living and higher thinking reveal true happiness in wisdom. The soul engages in action through the body, creating karma. Positive actions produce light and love; service is greater than prayer. Negative actions create darkness and suffering. Yoga aims to make humans aware, free from fear and negativity, and to create health. Harmonize with nature; do not destroy it. Health requires a healthy environment, not just personal care. Practice includes postures for vitality, correct breathing for mental peace, and meditation. It creates disciplined, peaceful communities. Yoga is the way to God, oneself, and health for all, regardless of belief. Practice it daily. "God is present everywhere; nowhere is a space where there’s no God?" "Love your neighbor means the whole creation. Love them, if not more, then at least that much, as much as you love yourself." Filming locations: Liberec, Czech Republic.

The true self is the singular reality indwelling all forms. My Gurudev gave the hint to realize this true self. That one reality is hidden within everything, like oil in seeds or fire in alcohol. You are that reality. You are the temple, the deity, and the pilgrim. You are every holy place. This reality is equally present in all creatures. Realizing this unity ends conflict. You are the mantra, the devotion, and the listener of your own glory. The self says "I am." You are in me and I am in you; separation is the cause of suffering. Realization liberates; theory is insufficient. Practice meditation to experience unity in all perception. In essence, there are no attributes like male or female; both conscious principles are inseparable and equal. All living beings possess the self. "Arjuna, I am in everyone equally, in the dog, in the cow, in the common man, and in the yogī." "You are in me, and I am in you."

The spiritual path requires independent practice, faith, and discernment. Practice is paramount; treat your spiritual practices with adoration and respect as if they are divine. Chanting mantra aloud aids concentration and dispels thoughts. An altar is a holy place for inner consultation, a bridge from form to the formless. True understanding of a master's words requires complete listening and the removal of doubt, which is like sand in a salad. Faith must be a pure love for wisdom, not worldly attachment. Spiritual independence means not relying on others to filter wisdom for you; use your discernment to extract essence from all teachings, as a swan separates milk from water. Respect all holy incarnations and scriptures, seeing the one reality in all paths. Feel responsibility for the entire society as you do for your own family; the inner and outer worlds reflect each other. "For a practitioner, for the aspirant, the practices are like God." "Doubts are the only obstacles."

Truth is ultimately unshakeable and always victorious. I began this work with the conviction that truth cannot be hidden; it will always emerge. I have traveled widely, even to places where speaking of God was forbidden, yet I faced no difficulties because I held one thought: the Guru always protects you. Be fearless and without doubt. A story illustrates this: a king, Hiraṇyakaśyapu, sought immortality through a boon that he could not be killed by any known means. He declared himself God and forbade worship. His son, Prahlāda, was a devoted bhakta who continually sang God's name despite his father's persecution. The king finally threatened him before a red-hot iron pillar. As Prahlāda embraced it, the pillar burst open, revealing the Narasiṁha Avatāra—a half-man, half-lion form of God—who killed the king at twilight in a doorway, thus fulfilling the boon's conditions and liberating the kingdom. This victory of truth is celebrated. The lesson is to surrender completely with love, which is the only power that can bind even God. Purify your heart of negativity, for God resides where there is love and sincere dedication. Giving yourself fully is different from merely saying you will. "Be fearless and without any doubts. Never be afraid." "God carries His disciples, His devotees, on His palm very carefully." Filming location: Budapest, Hungary

The human life is a rare and precious opportunity for realization. The journey of the soul through limitless universes is unknown, but this human form alone can recognize God. This chance is a diamond not to be wasted, for life continues after death in forms determined by one's own deeds through body, mind, and word. One must direct all functions toward God to become free. The destination for all is God, but destiny is self-created. This life is temporary; we cannot take anything from it. To prolong a healthy life, live with discipline through yoga. Humans must be more than animals; they are protectors and examples of divine light. Value the soul, not just the body. Practice satsaṅg, the company of truth, which brings peace, and avoid negative company which brings suffering. Do not try to escape life; pray for a long life to attain realization. You must help yourself; while grace exists, complete devotion is required. The key to the afterlife is your mantra; practice it until it becomes spontaneous. Inquire into your purpose. Lead a pure, vegetarian life, for you cannot give life and thus have no right to take it. "God is everywhere. There is nothing, there is nowhere, a small empty space in this universe where there is no God." "The key to our heavenly flat is the mantra. And the address of that is just God, so do not lose the key." Filming locations: Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary.

The spiritual path requires discipline to realize the divine goal already known within. My work here is a spiritual practice, like the sun rising regardless of acknowledgment. Self-discipline is the key to opening any door; it is for you. We know the goal, like knowing Zürich, but are not there yet. The meaning of life is God. You are wanderers, but have now found the path through this lineage. Be a disciple. Students are flowers; followers feel the Master's guidance; transcend to follow divine light. Practice mantra daily; nothing is more important than God. Live in God even with doubts. Without treasuring these words, life is like a fish out of water—it suffers and cannot live in that state. A divine soul cannot live without God. Yogis persevere through all practice; the heart must be oriented rightly. Discipline in all actions is key. We have many responsibilities, but the main focus must be God. Superficial pursuits are not deeper truth. "Self-discipline is the key to success. If you wish to succeed, in any direction, you must open a door." "Without treasuring them, without these words, life is like a fish without water." Filming location: Zurich, Switzerland

The cakras are steps or levels of our consciousness and existence. Energy is vitality and movement that always seeks to expand. When blocked, it builds pressure until it can explode outward. The divine Self within is this energy, wishing to be one yet omnipresent. The first energy field is the physical, bioenergy body, limited and solid. The second is prāṇa energy, a subtle aura drawn from the universe that can extend far through connection. The third is the mental field, a powerful and nearly limitless mind containing will. The fourth is the intellect, Vijñāna, the field of clarity and knowledge where will becomes active. If the mind becomes lost in a state, the will remains but cannot navigate. The fifth is the Ānandamaya Kośa, the field of bliss and longing. Fulfilling longing pulls engagement to the body, causing the inner Self to contract. These five fields are linked to the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space. All actions leave vibrational marks, which are karma. Our state drifts like a boat on waves, manifesting and departing. Cleansing a cakra means understanding these energies and elements. Space is the crucial element allowing purification and flow. The Viśuddhi Cakra purifies psychological suppressions. Internal principles of positive and negative, feminine and masculine, interact within these fields. Past life impressions often surface through the root cakra. "Energy means an element that truly always multiplies." "Karma are the vibrations." Filming location: Zurich, Switzerland

Surrender to become an instrument for divine love. This is the path of yoga. Divine consciousness brings profound contentment. One must offer everything within, not material possessions, but inner attachments. Each day, consciously renounce a different impurity: first doubt, then jealousy, then hatred, then greed. Finally, see all beings as divine children. Sing and bring beauty into life, even amidst pain. To be chosen as God's instrument is a great blessing, like the bamboo fashioned into Krishna's flute. The divine prana then flows through you. Practice the mantra: "I am not the doer." Discipline is essential; it begins with fasting and consistent practice. Start meditation by adding just one minute each day. Fasting purifies the body and cultivates discipline, a sign of a true disciple. This system is ancient and transcends modern culture or religion. A day will come when one regrets wasted time. The journey's end is certain, and you travel alone, accompanied only by the spiritual vibrations you have cultivated through disciplined love. Live simply, think of God. "O Lord, take my body, mind, soul, and consciousness and let them be an instrument, your instrument, through which your love and truth shall flow." "Try to realize this in your life and truly strive to be an instrument of God."

A satsang is a gathering for truth through speech and song. The chants and bhajans sung are spiritual teachings or praises, containing wisdom passed through lineage. Repeating a bhajan is a mantra and grasping its meaning is spiritual practice. The gathering's purpose is to foster good company, which leads toward divine realization, as opposed to bad company which leads to doubt and destruction. Truth is not merely intellectual but the divine principle guiding one to God. Without this devotion and love, life is barren and lonely. The inner self is a mirror reflecting one's own state. One must seek a spiritual object for love, like God or the sun, which belongs to all and disappoints none. True friendship is walking the true path together, which beautifies the inner world. The highest desire is for devotion itself, to love and serve God everywhere. Surrender in love is the source that flows ever more abundantly as one gives. "Brahman is the action of the sacrifice. The sacrifice itself is God. Through God, it is offered as a sacrifice to the fire of God. God is attained by the one who recognizes Him in their actions." "Love is God and God is Love."

True connection is a matter of love, not physical proximity. The body is not the reality; love transcends distance while ignorance and hate create division. I recall a story of an ox named Sanjo, separated from the woman who raised him. Driven by love and memory, he endured a long, perilous journey home to her. This illustrates that every creature feels this soul-to-soul connection. To break it is a great sin. Humans, however, are often dominated by greed and negative energy, which animals can sense. This makes us dangerous to each other. Spiritual education is essential, as sustainability cannot exist without spirituality. The seed of love is planted in the heart, but the seed of greed is planted in the intellect. Greed, once implanted, can make a person destroy even family, as seen in the story of Kaṁsa from the Mahābhārata, who was corrupted by ambition and killed his own nephews. We must root out greed through discernment and cultivate the heart's love through devotion. The happiness found in that spiritual shelter cannot be found elsewhere. "God is love, and love is God. If we develop such feelings, we are very near our destination." "Mother Earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed." Filming location: USA

Yoga is the ancient science of achieving union and harmony. It begins with the body and breath, leading to relaxation, concentration, and higher states. All beings carry the light of the Cosmic Self within; we are part of this universal one. Our individual existence is governed by the five elements, and their imbalance causes physical and mental impurities. The soul is singular in a body, and it departs according to destiny, shaped by karma. Self-realization, merging the soul with the eternal light, is only possible in a human life. Therefore, our first duty is to maintain health through yoga and right living, enabling a long life dedicated to this purpose. A healthy body and peaceful mind allow compassion to flourish, making one a uniting force. This practice awakens divine love, leading to the realization that God is within, culminating in eternal peace. "Yoga is one of the most ancient sciences of the body, mind, consciousness, and soul." "The sense of life is that you know who can't walk, a small one, you give your finger to support to walk." Filming location: New York, USA

Awakening consciousness through yoga requires moving beyond its common perception as mere physical exercise. Yoga's introduction to the West passed through phases of misunderstanding, from associations with fakirs to the hippie movement, before being embraced for health and concentration. It has since become a system for well-being and stress management, though commercialization can compromise its quality. Consciousness exists at different levels, and we daily dwell between unconscious, subconscious, and conscious states. Our future is governed by past tendencies stored in the subconscious. The present moment must be met with alert awareness, filtering past impressions to retain only the positive. Through āsana, prāṇāyāma, and meditation, one can purify the subconscious, balance the mind, and actively work to shape a better future. True practice harmonizes body, mind, and soul, modeling one's own destiny. "Past is past. Don’t waste your time thinking about the past." "Do not dream of the future, but be conscious, alert, and aware of the present situation." Filming locations: New York, New York, United States.

Yoga is the unifying energy that harmonizes the cosmos and the individual. Creation arises from the balance of infinite space and pure consciousness, held together by divine energy. This primordial vibration manifests as sound, light, and the elements. The individual soul journeys through cycles of action and reaction, bound by karma. Through yoga and disciplined practice, one can calm the inner turmoil of revenge and desire, fostering peace. True education begins in the family and cultivates ethical intellect. Physical practices like Agnisāra and Nauli Kriyā support health, while fasting purifies the body. The ultimate aim is harmony, leading the soul back to its universal origin. "Yoga is that energy or that principle which balances, harmonizes, and unites the entire universe." "Peace begins from your own heart. From fighting, peace will never come." Filming locations: Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

The cosmic dance of Śiva and the path of bhakti reveal universal consciousness and the transformative power of abhiṣeka. Bharatanatyam temple dance expresses devotion, cosmic mystery, and yoga’s aim of joy and liberation. Mahāśivapurāṇa teaches that Sadāśiva, the formless Brahman, manifests creation through the liṅga and divine symbols. Brahmā’s mind-born sons renounced, leading to creation of Manu and Śatarūpā. Śiva consciousness is truth, beauty, liberation—beyond religious divides. All beings form one family of the Supreme Śiva. Satsaṅga births detachment and wisdom; kusaṅga breeds negativity. Abhiṣeka infuses life into stone, making it Śiva consciousness. Daily abhiṣeka with water and Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra purifies and protects. The mantra seeks a peaceful, effortless exit like ripe fruit falling. Śiva as Bholenāth forgives all mistakes with maternal mercy. Even acts of theft or ignorance become worship through total dedication. The Śiva family—Gaṇeśa, Kārttikeya, Pārvatī, Nandī, Nāgarāja—embodies full divine companionship. Heartfelt devotion surpasses ritual correctness. The cosmic dance and abhiṣeka guide towards liberation. Blessings flow to those approaching with pure intention. “Vairāgya konī hove lāl binā satsaṅg.” “Shiva means consciousness, Shiva means liberation, Shiva means beauty, the truth, Satyam Śivam Sundaram.” Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Tomorrow night begins the observance of Mahāśivarātri, a prolonged period for prayer and abhiṣeka. We will host a satsaṅg with bhajans, dance, lectures, and films. The abhiṣeka ritual involves pouring a mixture of milk and water from a small vessel over a Śiva Liṅgam while chanting the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra. This mantra purifies the intellect, removing afflictions and distractions. Śiva represents pure consciousness and the universal principle; the Liṅgam is a symbol of the entire universe, not a gender symbol. Perform the abhiṣeka with feeling, making a personal wish for purification or peace. Offerings like fruits or flowers should be placed beside the Liṅgam, though petals may be placed on it. Those with personal Liṅgams may bring them for blessing. The ritual water should later be poured onto trees. The practice is about inner feeling and respect, performed in the presence of Śiva's divine family. "Śiva signifies consciousness in its pure state. Śiva means liberation." "Perform the abhiṣeka slowly and with real feeling; otherwise, it has no meaning."

Śivarātri reveals the holy heart. The Pañcākṣara mantra Oṃ Namaḥ Śivāya holds the entire universe. Oṃ is the first cosmic sound, Svayambhū, manifesting as light, Śivajyoti. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra purifies negative qualities and thoughts. First purified are manas, buddhi, citta, and ahaṃkāra. Then mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa are purified. Āvaraṇa is the curtain of ignorance covering clarity. Tri‑tāpa—adhyātmik, adhibhautik, adhidevik—are three fires of trouble. A hunter unknowingly offered leaves and water to a Śiva Liṅga. Śiva mistook the angry offerings for devout abhiṣeka. Deer made promises to return, and kept their word. Compassion arose, and the hunter refused to kill them. Every heart is holy; God dwells in every heart. The heart where God speaks is especially holy. Humbleness brings greatness; pride brings downfall. Anger is a fire that can burn all spiritual progress. “Sab Ghaṭ Mera Sanya — in every heart is my Lord, even my enemy or my friend.” “Man is a proposal, and God is disposal.” Filming location: Vienna, Austria

A blessing for the holy occasion of Mahāśivarātri is offered. I send the blessings of Devpurījī. I pray to Almighty Sadāśiva Swayambhu to bless us, forgive all our mistakes and our ignorance, and bestow His divine grace. May we act and serve according to Your divine will. May our spirituality improve day by day, and may our consciousness merge into the supreme, divine consciousness of Sadāśiva. The prayer contains a grammatical inconsistency in person, shifting between addressing a third party and then directly addressing the divine. "I pray to Almighty Sadāśiva Swayambhu to bless us, forgive all our mistakes and our ignorance, and bestow His divine grace." "May we act and serve according to Your divine will."

Discipline is the foundation of success in all aspects of life, from business to spiritual practice. A lack of ethical discipline caused the global financial crisis. Business requires supervision, but ineffective oversight creates loss, as shown when multiple supervisors consumed the milk they were meant to guard. Delegation without personal responsibility leads to systemic failure, like ice cream melting as it passes through many hands. Organize your daily schedule with discipline, allocating time for work, duties, and practice. The second principle is to calm the mind's fluctuations. Stress, which has no medicine, is managed through prayer, meditation, and yoga. Prayer involves surrendering to God, like a co-driver taking over. Meditation with mantra accesses peace. Yoga practice, performed slowly with awareness, is a cosmic dance that relieves stress. These practices purify consciousness and are essential for everyone. "Discipline makes the country great and strong." "Through the practice of yoga, you can tranquilize your brain waves and thoughts." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Love unites, and wisdom removes duality. Ignorance divides, ego destroys, jealousy makes union impossible. The ideal brother is Bharata, who declared God dwelt within. The ideal disciple is Ekalavya. Ekalavya came to Droṇācārya but was refused because not royal. He understood the master’s silent blessing and made a statue. Learning from the reflection, his faith transformed him. He shot arrows to fill a dog’s mouth without injury. Droṇācārya asked for his right thumb as guru-dakṣiṇā; Ekalavya gave it without hesitation. Greed destroys love. Two brothers found gold. Each plotted to kill the other to avoid dividing it. The elder attacked, the younger had poisoned the food. Both died. Love brings understanding, viveka, and unity. Satsaṅg teaches love and wisdom. Kusaṅga fills the heart with anger and jealousy. Company of fools causes trouble; satsaṅg causes happiness. Mind dwelling in satsaṅg brings benefit regardless of physical place. “Guru Kṛpā—few disciples truly understand Guru Kṛpā.” “When love is gone, understanding goes, wisdom goes, viveka goes. Then destruction comes.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Gratitude to parents and the guru reveals distinct roles: parents guide according to karma within limited chakras, while the Satguru offers unlimited spiritual refinement by seeing the aura across three times. Parents provide the rare human birth, reason for lifelong thankfulness. Their practical care and teachings, like order or resilience, shape us. Yet what parents can give remains limited to the human chakras up to Viśuddhi. The father teaches power and confidence at Maṇipūra, the mother love and service at Anāhata. For deeper understanding, they themselves do not truly know. The Gurudev, as Trikāl Darśī, sees present trouble and its karmic origin. Thus the Guru is recognized as mother, father, friend—all. Transforming worldly relationships into divine ones requires the Guru’s guidance. Karma alone should be feared, for it shapes destiny. A story illustrates: a king received a fruit of immortality from a yogi. He gave it to the queen, she to a horse boy, he to a prostitute, and she returned it to the king. The fruit returned to its rightful recipient, showing destiny’s play. Satsaṅg is the tree of immortality; the Guru’s words are its fruit. Even when the Guru seems angry, his words remedy our limitations. Memory of teachings outlasts the fleeting form, like fragrance after the flower. Thus, gratitude to parents and guru is the path to wisdom and freedom. "The tree of immortality is satsaṅg. And Guru Vākya, the words of the Gurudev, is the fruit of immortality." "Your children are not your children." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Satsaṅg is the source of happiness, and kusaṅga brings unhappiness. A disciple leaves the master and becomes unhappy. In the forest, he sees a happy monkey. The monkey says, “Go.” The disciple feels rejected. He meets a second monkey eating fruit. Upon hearing his story, the monkey closes its eyes. He feels more despair. At a lake, he sees monkeys swimming. An old monkey tells him, “Shut up,” when he speaks negatively. He meets Master Gajānand. Gajānand explains the monkeys’ wisdom. The first monkey’s “Go” means do not listen to negative words. The second monkey’s closed eyes mean do not see negativity in others. The third monkey’s “Shut up” means do not speak negative things. These are the lessons of the three wise monkeys. Satsaṅg requires harmony and purification. Close ears to gossip and see God in everyone. “Don’t go to kusaṅga and don’t listen to any negative words.” “Don’t look at the negative in others. See God in everyone.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Peace arises from universal love, not from greed or conflict. Human history is filled with war, stemming from endless greed for power and wealth. Unlike animals, human mental hunger is insatiable. A story illustrates this: a proud king is humbled by a beggar with a bottomless pot, representing the human mind's limitless greed. Jealousy over a neighbor's happiness also creates inner unrest. Troublemakers project their own problems onto others. The solution is spirituality, defined not as ritual but as selfless love. This is exemplified by a mother who feeds her child before herself. Such love extends to all beings. Peace begins at home through parental love and ethical education. Daily self-inquiry meditation calms the mind by reviewing one's actions and letting go of judgment. Purifying one's inner thoughts is essential. One must be a light that dispels darkness without conflict, helping others through compassion. Spirituality is simplicity, understanding others' pain, and offering a helping hand. "Mother Earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed." "The whole world is my family." Filming locations: Brno, South Moravia, Czech Republic