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Exercises for activating Svadisthan Chakra

The Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra is practiced through specific postures to awaken and harmonize its energy. Cakras are energy centers influencing the body, breath, glands, and mind. Their harmonization leads to a healthy life. The second cakra, Svādhiṣṭhāna, is located above the Mūlādhāra. Its positive energy develops willpower and aids digestion. Its negative aspect manifests as ego, envy, doubt, and laziness. Practice removes these negatives. Postures like Bhujaṅgāsana and Śalabhāsana target these cakras. Movements must be slow to increase awareness. These exercises strengthen the back, aid digestion, and influence glandular function. A balanced practice harmonizes the entire system. "The positive is to develop the willpower called Icchā Śakti and Kriyā Śakti." "This posture, Bhujaṅgāsana, is to remove our ego, remove our doubts, remove our laziness, and remove our envy." Filming locations: San Francisco, California, United States.

How to control the swadisthan chakra

The Ātmā is your true self, the form of peace and divine bliss, which is immortal and within. We seek happiness outside, but it is our own nature. Realization is obstructed by three impurities: Mala, Vikṣepa, and Āvaraṇa. Mala is impurity in thought, emotion, and action, which blocks clarity and love. Vikṣepa is disturbance from external problems and restless thoughts that agitate the mind like waves on water. Āvaraṇa is the curtain of ignorance, not knowing the Self and not listening. Remove these through purity, minimizing trouble, and satsaṅg. Then you see your immortal Ātmā. Animal energies like anger and jealousy, rooted in the lower chakras, must be purified through renunciation and directing all consciousness toward the divine. "Where there is impurity, love doesn't come. Where there is impurity, the Divine Śakti doesn't come." "Remove the āvaraṇa of ignorance. To remove the āvaraṇa of ignorance, the best way is satsaṅg." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic DVD 302

Svadhistan chakra

The Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra represents the place of the self where awareness and entanglement begin. A cakra is difficult to describe, like an indescribable taste. The Guru is the principle leading from darkness to light, a savior from eternal suffering, though often seen merely as a teacher. The devotion felt is beyond words. Feelings do not originate from the spine or brain, but from how objects are perceived; these impressions then manifest and store in the body. The world is a net of illusion created by God, binding all beings through karma and attachment. This illusion, or Māyā, is like a mirage: it appears real but is nothing, an unattainable horizon. The body itself is this illusion. Humanity is caught between seeing reality and unreality, hindered by pride and intellect. Concepts like awakened Kuṇḍalinī or opened cakras are often mere consolation, not verifiable wisdom. The mind creates all states and atmospheres. When the state runs wild, uncontrolled by the mind, danger arises. We suffer from the question of whether things are or are not. To consciously use the body as a tool without identifying with it is key. Svādhiṣṭhāna, meaning "one's own place," is where frozen existence melts into the flow of feelings and stored karmic impressions. We are trapped in a net of our own creation, like a spider in its web, fighting over illusory possessions. A parable tells of two brothers who find treasure; consumed by greed and the illusion of possession, they poison and shoot each other, thus killed by the devil of their own attachment. This Moha, or delusion, confuses the mind. We are fish caught in this net; cutting its threads requires a wisdom we do not possess. Upon awakening to consciousness, one sees the entangling web. "Gu means darkness and Ru means light. The Guru is the consciousness, the principle—the one who leads us from darkness to light." "Mo Māyā kā jāl Prabhu nirachāyā. 'Jāl' means net. A net means one cannot escape."

Svadhisthan Chakra

The journey of consciousness progresses from the Mūlādhāra to the Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra. The universe is an endless cosmic mother containing balanced consciousness and willpower. The divine sound AUM is the source of all creation, resonating within every atom. This human life on the karma planet is a unique opportunity for development using the intellect. The body is composed of five elements, and within all creatures resides the reflection of the one cosmic Self. Knowing the self is the path to liberation, requiring practice like yoga rather than mere theory. Kuṇḍalinī is the dormant power of personal destiny within the unconscious. This energy resides at the Mūlādhāra and seeks union with pure consciousness, Śiva, at the Sahasrāra Cakra. The journey ascends through channels and energy centers, confronting stored karma. The Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra is the 'place of the self,' associated with the water element, awakening energy, and the color orange. Its symbol is a half-moon, and it holds the six obstacles: anger, hate, greed, jealousy, cruelty, and laziness, often symbolized by a crocodile representing passion. This center is governed by the creator Brahmā and the wisdom of Sarasvatī. One must purify desires and overcome these negative qualities to progress. Liberation is the union of the individual soul with the supreme soul. "Tons of theory is nothing compared with a gram of practice." "Know thyself is the way to liberation." Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia DVD 198A

Sadhana

We came here to practice and recharge our spiritual energy. You spend your resources and time, so it is a pity not to practice. If you cannot do the primary practice, at least do not disturb others; you can engage in karma yoga. Mantra Anuṣṭhāna is a systematic inner purification of the mind and its patterns. These practices are designed for worldly people with duties, offering a retreat to recharge physical, mental, and spiritual energy. Performing āsanas slowly and holding stretches prepares the body for meditation, reducing stiffness. Undertaking this anuṣṭhāna, even for a short period, builds psychic strength. The techniques are divine; you should have devotion to them as you do to God, for they are the means to realization. "If you cannot practice, then at least do not disturb others." "You should change your way of thinking towards your sādhanā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Purify the lake of svadisthana

The cosmic Śakti is the universal energy that unites consciousness and creation, manifesting within all beings. This energy, the Kuṇḍalinī Śakti, flows through 72,000 nāḍīs in the human body, with three primary channels: Iḍā (moon, mind, emotion), Piṅgalā (sun, intellect, action), and Suṣumṇā (consciousness). The body's energy centers, or chakras, correspond to the five elements and different states of awareness, from the unconscious Mūlādhāra to the superconscious Sahasrāra. Awakening this energy requires discipline in diet, behavior, and thought, guided by mantra and meditation to purify subconscious impressions and past karma. This path leads from individual consciousness to cosmic consciousness, culminating in union with the divine. "The force within this which will guide you and which will give you the different experiences, happiness, that is what you call the kuṇḍalinī." "Without mantra, without guru mantra, you cannot awaken your kuṇḍalinī, and if you do, then there can be complications." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 402

Svabhava

One's intrinsic value, or sva-bhāva, determines all benefit and happiness. Those who habitually find fault in others cannot be happy in any relationship. This nature is like a price; the object does not change, but its value fluctuates, dictating gain or loss. Your bhāva towards God, your master, or your family is your real benefit. Mere external change, like iron turning to gold, is useless if inner qualities remain sharp, heavy, and unyielding. Only the hammer of the Guru's knowledge can strike and transform these ingrained traits. Without changing this core nature, prayers go unheard. One must learn to filter perceptions into purity and adjust to situations, not complain. The fly seeks dirt, while the bee would rather die than land on it; their inherent nature differs. "Can you change the attitude without changing the sva-bhāva? The current will not change; the cause will not change." "Only the one who has the pain understands. Only that person, that creature, knows what the pain is." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Svadhisthan chakra, Ljubljana

The journey of consciousness begins with the sound Oṁ, the universal resonance connecting the limited self to the limitless cosmic consciousness. This individual self travels through the universe, born on this planet of karma to develop and return to its source. The human form, endowed with intellect, is a unique opportunity among 8.4 million creatures to realize the cosmic Self residing within all. This realization is liberation. Kuṇḍalinī is the dormant power of destiny within, created by one's own past actions. This energy resides at the base of the spine and must awaken and ascend through the central channel, guided by practice, to unite with pure consciousness at the crown. The path requires overcoming obstacles like anger and desire to achieve self-knowledge. "Theory will not help; it inspires us only, but it will not help us. And for that, we need a practice." "Know thyself is the way to liberation. This answer can only be given by thyself."

Sanathana Dharma

Sanātana Dharma is the universal principle, not a religion. The Vedas and Upaniṣads teach of one nameless God, Īśvara. This wisdom is a world heritage. Our practice is a complete life, not just postures. Originally, there was only this eternal law. We also affirm millions of divine forms. This is not a contradiction. All forms originate from the one source, like all liquids from water. The ultimate truth is Brahman; the changing world is unreal. Human life is precious yet limited. We strive but cannot overcome all. Universal principles like peace belong to all. "One in all and all in one." "Brahma śakti jagat mithyā. The reality, the truth, the ultimate truth is Brahman. And jagat mithyā: all this changeable world is unreality." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga Sadhana

Sādhanā is the essential science for returning to the divine self. Yoga is not for material gain but for cosmic union. This practice requires dedicated effort, not mere discussion. Many approach spiritual life with worldly attachments, but only those who sit and practice sincerely remain. The true treasure is not material wealth but the inner wealth gained through sādhanā. The body is merely a vehicle; one must not identify with it. The mind must be purified and guided, like managing unruly horses pulling a chariot. A master shapes a disciple as a potter shapes clay, with care and support, but a flawed vessel may be broken and remade. All beings are part of a greater flow, like stones in the Ganga. Ego is fragile and must be surrendered to become a light for the Guru. "Sādhanā cara karo Hari pyārā, jinse pāo hogā tere ānanda apārā." "Your brain, your head, your thoughts, your thinking, all should be pure and clear." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Vairagya and Sadhana

Steady practice corrects our inner energy systems. Yogic kriyā repairs our chakras like an engineer fixes a machine. Modern life creates stress and retreats, but true balance comes from shared presence, not escape. The mind is an unseen server governing everything; its proper function matters greatly. Regular sādhanā at a fixed time establishes a healing biorhythm, leading to deep meditation. Do not practice at the expense of family time. Spiritual ambition without genuine discipline is like a farmer pretending to be a monk; it fails. Authentic practice is humble, consistent, and without expectation of sudden miracles. This preserved ancient knowledge is profound, and your steady, harmonious practice is itself a great achievement. "Anuṣṭhāna means doing some sādhanā to attain perfection." "Too much of anything is not good anywhere." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Sanathan Dharma and Religion

Yoga is an ancient path predating all named religions. The eternal cosmic order, Sanātana Dharma, emphasizes harmony with nature and all beings, centered on one formless divine reality. This truth has been expressed through various divine messengers and incarnations across time, each giving rise to different religious traditions based on their teachings and example. All authentic paths share core universal principles. The highest principle is non-violence—avoiding harm to any creature through thought, word, or deed. This includes not stealing, which extends beyond material theft to taking intellectual or emotional property. True spirituality involves selfless service, love for all neighbors in creation, and inner purification. Religious forms and formless worship are both valid; the form is a support leading to the formless. The essence of religion is recognizing our eternal relation to the divine, which dwells equally in all life. "Go only to four houses. Five houses. He always went to ask for food at only five houses." "If you kill one human, you have killed all humanity." Filming location: Mexico

Spiritual Sadhana

The mantra is for terrible situations and the path of the yogis. The mantra addresses terrible situations and infections circling the globe. Yoga practitioners become the God they worship through ceremonies. Day-active creatures rise before sunrise, singing prayers and progressing. Birds' songs create a harmonious resonance for meditation. Night-active creatures, like bats, act in darkness for negative ends. Brahmaloka, the highest purity, is attained by early morning rising. Early sleep and early rise cultivate health and moral character. Military-like discipline instills proper conduct and cleanliness. Devpurījī revived a dead girl with a neem leaf, witnessed locally. Devpurījī revived a dead boy through the mother's devoted faith. Devpurījī revived dead birds with a kick, restoring their flight. Alakhpurījī, from Satyuga, manifests as a reflection giving visions. Devpurījī walked through rocks and without floors, seen by many. Maṅgīlāl-jī appeared after samādhi and vanished like wind. Devpurījī predicted a wife's death and arranged a new marriage. Compassion is dharma's root, pride sin's origin; India, as Vāśundharā, thrives with yoga and prāṇāyāma. "Tulsī Dayā Na Chhoḍiye, Jab Lag Ghaṭ Meṁ Prāṇ." "dayā dharam kā mūl hai, pāp mūl abhimān." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Anusthan, sadhana and upasana

Anuṣṭhāna is a disciplined practice leading to freedom. Initially, it can seem difficult, requiring one to sit and repeat mantra all day. Yet it is a great blessing, a form of heaven where everything is done for you, allowing you to simply be with yourself. The key is to love your practice; if it feels like suffering, progress is hindered. Enjoying the practice, as one enjoys learning an instrument, enables significant steps. This practice offers a vital detoxification from constant digital engagement and societal noise. It is a real holiday, a chance to be alone in nature and connect deeply within. This inner connection creates the opportunity to truly understand spiritual teachings. Sādhanā is the practice and the means utilized within it, encompassing all spiritual effort. "Try to be in Ekāntavāsa. Ekānta is a place where you are alone, with no disturbances." "Tan means expand, and tra means liberation. Expand thy consciousness until thou comest to liberation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sadhana Cyara

The teaching presents the four sādhanās for liberation. Sādhanā means to practice, to work, to be active. The first sādhanā is viveka. Viveka is intelligence, discrimination between truth and untruth. It kindles inner light, seeing everything clearly. It purifies negative and positive, removing jealousy and hate. The second sādhanā is vairāgya. Vairāgya is non-attachment, giving up bad qualities. Rāga is attachment; harmful rāga must be abandoned. The third sādhanā is Sat Sampati. It means holding onto true wealth. The fourth sādhanā encompasses samādhi, śraddhā, ati tīkṣṇa. It further includes kāryopāram, sama, dhana, vicāra. These four sādhanās lead to mokṣa. All activities are sādhanā, but these four specifically grant liberation. Thus, do the four sādhanās. "Sādhanā cāro karo, Hari pyāre, jis se hove mokṣa tumhārā." "Dūjā sādhanā ve rāghav kāhī̃, brahmalok tak bhojā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

SVADHISTHANA CHAKRA

The Svādhiṣṭhāna Chakra is the place of the self where human personality manifests. Its orange color symbolizes awakening, renunciation, and purification, acting as a protective shield. This chakra holds negative qualities like anger, jealousy, greed, cruelty, and hatred, symbolized by the crocodile. These arise from uncontrolled passion and attachment. The energy here must be purified. Desires must be transformed into love, and anger into peace. Greed turns into giving. The chakra contains both creative and destructive forces, activated in youth like wild water. One must consciously calm these negative emotions through breath and reflection, fostering humbleness over destructive ego. Good guidance is essential for navigating this energy toward wisdom and harmony. "Orange color means the energy is awakened. Orange color means fire." "Humans are here to give, not to take." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Samadhi

Prāṇa and the stages of Samādhi are clarified. Prāṇa is difficult to define, more than oxygen. The astral body is prāṇa and does not need oxygen. Samādhi has many levels, including sleep. Sleep is a samādhi where information comes in dreams. Micro-sleep is a samādhi born of tiredness. In a dream, real knowledge is not obtained. In samādhi, real knowledge can be obtained. Bhāva samādhi is a trance from devotion or music. Dhyāna samādhi is deep meditation, the best anti-stress. Turīya samādhi is beyond past, present, and future. Sabīja samādhi has desire and memory. Nirbīja samādhi has no desires or activity of the senses. Without a perfect guru, one cannot attain perfection in samādhi. The Satguru chooses a successor by inner quality. Practice Brahma Vidyā Kriyā for inner realization. Trust Gurudeva to cross the ocean of Māyā. "In a dream you cannot obtain real knowledge, only what you imagine. But in samādhi you can say, 'The shop was closed.'" "Many have tried to go into samādhi and could not come back. Without the guidance of Gurudeva, without a perfect yogī, one cannot attain perfection." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sanatan Dharma

Sanātana Dharma is the eternal foundation. It is distinct from superstition. The divine resides within all living beings, making them eternal parts of the whole. This truth is the core of the eternal dharma, sometimes called Hindu dharma, whose true meaning is to uphold non-violence. The teachings of the sages are clear: truth alone triumphs, and non-violence is the supreme dharma. For a time, people have been misled to think following this dharma brings no benefit. Yet, yoga is the sages' gift, not belonging to any single religion. All genuine spiritual paths are aspects of yoga, whose foundation is Sanātana Dharma, where compassion is foremost. The essential self is in all beings; to cause no pain is the dharma's special feature. This land is fundamentally a land of dharma. The eternal truth is beginningless and endless. It is a duty to protect this dharma and culture, from which right conduct arises, ensuring the nation's protection and world peace. This conduct is learned from parents and the guru's guidance. Teach the children respect for mother and father; this is the first step to raising the nation's pride. "All beings are my ātmā; the ātmā itself is Paramātmā. Not causing pain to any being is the special feature of our dharma." "Satyam eva jayate ahiṃsā paramo dharmāḥ."

Vajrasan

Vajrāsana and shoulder rotation are profound practices for health. Shoulder rotation engages the spine and its muscles, aiding balance. In Vajrāsana, folded elbows relax the shoulders. The Vajranāḍī nerve, central to this posture, is said to balance the body, support the brain and heart, and function like an earthing cable. This posture greatly aids digestion; sitting in it after meals is recommended. It helps align the spine, potentially protecting against sciatica and slipped discs. It relaxes the stomach, can alleviate gastric issues, constipation, and menstrual pain, and may help prevent gallbladder or kidney stones. It keeps knee muscles flexible. For those with knee or ankle injuries, sitting on a stool can offer most benefits. The cat pose, demonstrated alongside, stretches abdominal and thyroid muscles. Practice slowly and consistently. "By sitting like this, we activate all the nerve systems." "This posture protects you from two things: sciatica problems and slipped discs, because it puts the spine in a straight way." Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand

Satsang from Jadan

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.