The subject of intuitive powers is amazing. Some persons seem to have an uncanny sense of sensing future events. A seeker requests an explanation from the realized mystic, Anandmurti Gurumaa in this video.
Vagaries of the mind are very difficult to explain. Gurumaa advises us not to live in fear and insecurity, but to [...]

Can one know God and get a glimpse of who he is by the forms, beings and creatures that we see around, or is God an experience that is known in a state beyond mind? Anandmurti Gurumaa reveals the answers to this important question in this video.
There is confusion in our mind between the love [...]

The scriptures of India include many stories which are symbolic and have deeper meanings hidden inside of them. Similarly festivals of India were created to help deepen the spiritual practices of a seeker.
However nowadays during festivals many are focused on the rituals and traditions and ultimately forget the significance of these auspicious days!
One such festival [...]

What is your true purpose in life? Is it just to get educated, married, have a family etc? Is that what we are really born for? Watch this video as Gurumaa explains what human birth is really meant for!
According to the scriptures of India if one is not wondering “Who am I?” “Where have I [...]

The scriptures of India emphasize that all humans are governed by the universal laws of nature, more commonly known as karma. The word karma originates from the Sanskrit language of India and is defined as action, which includes physical as well as mental actions such as thought and intentions.
Although this term is used quite frequently [...]

The ancient rishis of India believed that this entire universe and humans are deeply connected to one another. Any change in nature is bound to influence the human body and mind.
There are many festivals celebrated throughout India that mark a change in the cycle of nature and are also considered to be a spiritually [...]

The Bhakti movement was a great spiritual revolution that took place in India during the 12thand 13 centuries. Many great saints such as Namdev Maharaj, Kabir, Meera bai, Tulsidas, and Jnaneshwar Maharaj are considered to be part of this movement.
Their beautiful poetic writings expressed their immense love for God and the practice of naam-sankirtan, or [...]

The name Vitthala is a source of intoxication for the great saints of Maharashtra. He is the form of Vishnu, or Krishna. In this sankirtan video, experience the joy and blissfulness of chanting in deep devotion with the Revered master – Anandmurti Gurumaa.
Pandharpur, a holy city in the state of Maharashtra is the abode of [...]

What is the role of a master in the spiritual growth of a disciple? What are the etiquette s of the Guru-Shishya (Master Disciple) relationship? In this video, Anandmurti Gurumaa shares her insights on the Guru-Shishya relationship.
According to the scriptures of India the Guru principle originated ever since creation began. The lineage of Gurus [...]

Sometimes in our imagination we come across the visual images of the deities and Gods that we believe in. What is the truth behind it? Is that meeting for real?
In a similar question in this video, a devotee asks Anandmurti Gurumaa whether he is in real bhakti and devotion towards God or his mind is [...]

Why People have faith in God? This is a Question a seeker put before the Enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa. In this video, she shares her insights on how we can handle differences of opinion and faiths that other people might have regarding faith, religion and living.
Faith is indeed a very personal issue. To each one [...]

What is renunciation? Generally if one gives up their family, home, objects etc. they feel they have relinquished a big part of their life. Is this renunciation? Watch this video as Anandmurti Gurumaa tells us the story of Lord Buddha’s life and elucidates what true dispassion really entails!
Renunciation or vairagya is an absolute necessity [...]

The Mahishasuramardini stotra is a beautiful hymn that depicts the glory and greatness of the Supreme and Divine Mother. This stotra, composed in the Sanskrit language by Adi Sankaracharya is a condensed form of the great Hindu scripture Chandi Saptashati, which is also known as Devi Mahatmayam.
The great Adi Sankaracharya brought together all [...]

The festival Holi celebrates the emergence of spring in India. The entire day is full of lively colors, dancing, singing and enjoyment. As nature is blossoming and starts anew, it gives an indication to put all past deeds behind and turn to the forthcoming year with new hope, joy and aspirations.
On this day [...]

The festival of colors, more commonly known as Holi is a major festival that is celebrated every year in India. In fact when you think of Holi, you immediately associate this festival with Lord Krishna! During this time devotees chant and dance, and play Holi in remembrance to him.
Generally Lord Krishna is always remembered [...]

Aum is the primordial sound from which this entire world was created, and is considered to be the greatest mantra amongst all in Hinduism. Other names for Aum include pranava (humming sound) or udgita (elevating chant) meditation.
According to the sages of India this entire universe is vibrating with the universal cosmic sound Aum. Watch [...]

What is the purpose of mantra jaap and how should naam sumiran (remembrance) be practiced? Watch part two of these videos as Gurumaa elucidates the mysteries of this ancient science!
Mantra is sound, and according to the Vedas this entire universe has been created from sound, or the cosmic sound Aum. The great seers of [...]

One of the greatest techniques to still and focus the mind is mantra jaap, a method that the sages of India have used for ages. Since the nature of the mind is to think and be engrossed in thoughts, the ancient rishis of India devised a method that uses one thought: the mantra.
A mantra [...]

What is mantra jaap or chanting and how can it still the mind? In Part nine of the Pune satsang that took place on December 10, 2010, Gurumaa reveals the secret behind this ancient technique.
The word mantra originates from Sanskrit. Its root word man means mind, while tra means tool. Mantra is a [...]

What is the mind? Does it possess a shape, or form like the body? What does the mind really want, and how can we make it calm? Watch part eight of the Gurumaa satsang that took place in Pune on Dec 10th 2010 for answers to these questions!
In this part Gurumaa elucidates the true [...]

The sages of India have constantly reiterated that this body is not our “true” Self. In order to experience our true nature we must take a journey into the inner world that exists within.
How can we see our own divine pure Self? Can it be perceived with our eyes? As Gurumaa says we [...]

Which is better – a vegetarian diet or a non vegetarian diet? Which one of the two is better for our physical, emotional and spiritual health and also causes minimal damage on our environment? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
If we can eat vegetables, why can’t we eat non-veg?
This is a never-ending debate which [...]

Do you think one needs to do puja, worship or pray to God? Listen to Gurumaa giving her opinion about this. Unless you want to do something from your heart, you will never be able to do it successfully.
You should not feel that because the Guru or the mother is telling you, you are doing [...]

Can language be a deterrent in learning from a master? Can sadhana be done if the guru lives in a distant land? These are some of the doubts which arise in the minds of seekers.
Here we have a seeker from California, who tells Gurumaa that he does not know Hindi and is very far from [...]

What is the relation between Samadhi and breath? What are the symptoms and proof of Samadhi? This is a very personal question and should not be generalized.
Gurumaa says that for a seeker in the elementary stages, it is important for him to control his mind and body. Only then can he think of higher things. [...]

Though we may be doing our Sadhana and chanting mantras religiously. One still needs the guidance from the master to tell if what we are doing is the right thing. Are we moving in the right direction on our chosen path?
In this video you can hear Anandmurti Gurumaa compassionately guiding a seeker, motivating him [...]

All of us are destiny’s children. We create our own destiny with the choices that we make and our actions. By helping others do we interfere in the karma of others or should we just leave others to be on their own? This is what a seeker wanted to know.
In this video you can hear [...]

Parenting is a very responsible task. Parenting does not mean only bringing up children in the physical form by giving them nourishing food which will make them strong and healthy, but it also requires a great effort from the parents to see that the Child’s mind too is nourished properly.
Most conscious and aware parents do [...]

Is the time ripe for your Guru to appear? Interested to know, then keep listening to the enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa speaking on when the Guru appears and what is required in a true seeker so that the Guru may accept him.
The Guru is already enlightened, so there are no rules for him. But he [...]

At times, when we constantly think about any particular thing to the extent that it starts to constantly play on the mind, it then pushes other thoughts behind. A seeker who constantly thinks of his\her deity, sometimes then starts imagining them around. Because the mind is so full of thoughts of the deity that it [...]

Should a person meditate alone? Or meditation should be done in a group only or in the presence of the Master? Are there any risks associated with meditating alone? What is the best time in the day to meditate? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
Just as there are many spiritual texts available to help [...]

A teasing, tantalizing yet thought-provoking bhajan is what Anandmurti Gurumaa presents here. On the spiritual quest is there anything to be gained or lost? What is true freedom? You will not know unless you seek. So, be a seeker and explore!
Why should a person go to a sadguru or a master? This is a frequently [...]

What is the meaning of swadhyay? The most common meaning is self-study or study of the scriptures or religious texts. In this video, Anandmurti Gurumaa tells us another meaning of the word ‘swadhyay’. That is not self-study but study of the self.
Trying to find out who we are, which is exactly what we sadhaks are [...]

Everyone preaches that one must have faith in God. We are told umpteen numbers of times that God is our only salvage. We should meditate and contemplate solely about God.
But the million dollar question is that how can we meditate with this body, mind and intellect? Is it possible for us to surrender totally to [...]

How one can explain the unexplainable? How can one express the inexpressible? In this video, Anandmurti Gurumaa tries to give a glimpse of the inexpressible through this Sufi love song of Jalaluddin Rumi.
Mahavir called it Aatma; the soul, Buddha called it shoonya; nothingness, Mansoor called it un-l-haq, Vedas called it Aum; anaadi anant; the one [...]

Mantra jaap is considered to be an essential aspect of spiritual practices. It involves recitation of a divine name or spiritual text with full faith and devotion. If this practice is done properly it can take a seeker to unseen heights.
One such powerful mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva is found in both the Rig and [...]

Since the day we are born we have been conditioned about God. If one is born in Hindu family he or she is conditioned that Ram, Krishna, Shiva, Durga, etc is God. Or if one is born in Muslim family then Allah is the only God. For Christians Jesus Christ is the God.
And perhaps that [...]

Why is there both joy and sorrow in our lives? Is it due to the will of God or it is a result of our own actions? Often we face this dilemma. Discover the answers in this video, where the enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa shares her insights.
What ever happens, happens due to the will [...]

Are non-duality (Advaita) and inactivity or non-fruitful activity (Akarma) the same? Do we have to suffer from the consequences of our actions (karma) in spite of attaining knowledge and wisdom? In answer to this question, Anandmurti Gurumaa shares insights of the Bhagwad Geeta in this video.
Gurumaa says that Non-duality is oneness with God; while on [...]

What makes a few sadhaks (spiritual aspirants) stand apart from the crowd? Why do only a handful of them succeed in being enlightened? This question comes in our mind sometimes. Find out the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One never gets out of this habit of making comparisons. Man is so used to looking at everything [...]

Understanding one’s own self – the real ‘You’, is the most complex issue. Knowledge about all things outside is easy to gain as it is based on the perception of touch or what one see’s. To know about one’s own self one needs to make the inward journey where answers do not come instantly.
This is [...]

Everyone has to face death. Be it the death of a near and dear one or someone unknown, far away in some other part of the world. It makes one wonder about what happens to the soul once it leaves this present human form?
In this video you can listen to the enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa [...]

Mantras have been recited since the Vedic times in India, and have always been an integral part of Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain and many other traditions. A mantra is a sound, word, or even a syllable which have cosmic powers to create positive vibrations within an individual.
One such powerful mantra found in the Vedas is [...]

Scenes from the enchanted life of Lord Krishna float before our eyes in this lilting bhajan. Sheer devotion fills our heart as it prostrates before the Lord’s Lotus Feet again and again, clinging to them as the only refuge in a transitory world. The mood is celebratory, yet sober as Anandmurti Gurumaa evokes a sense [...]

The melody of the flute and the mesmerizing voice of Anandmurti Gurumaa transports us to another world where these words of Guru Nanak touch us deeply. Nanakji tells us to pray to Govind, Lord Krishna and see the clarity and light shining in our heart. Rejoice in this symphony of joy, hope and inner peace.
Most [...]

Why was I born? Who is my creator? What is the purpose of this life? The scriptures of India emphasize that these are questions that one must contemplate on in order to be addressed as a “true” human. If one only identifies themselves with the flesh they cannot be called a “true” human being. [...]

We meet lots of people in our life time but all of them pull us more and more into this world. But only a sage can uproot our mind from the worldly affairs and initiate us to the spiritual path.
And the most fortunate ones are not those whose names appear in the list of Forbe’s [...]

There are various types of material available which can intoxicate a person. All kinds of liquors, wine, beer or drugs like cocaine, hashish, marijuana, ecstasy and many other such drugs give you high or temporary elation.
But all those who have tried and tasted these intoxicating drinks or drugs know it very well that, though they [...]

Lord Shiva is known to have three eyes. What is the mystery behind the third eye that Lord Shiva has? What is the third eye? Do we also have a third eye? If we have it, then what is the technique to awaken it? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
The enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa [...]

All the sages, all the masters, ancient scriptures and all the religions have been telling us for ages that God is the only salvage. The Almighty is your only relative, friend and the loved one. Everything else is an illusion.
The modern day mystic Anandmurti Gurumaa is reminding us the same truth again and again. But [...]

The mind plays very subtle games and creates delusions. So, how can we avoid the trap of such delusions and self-beliefs? How to differentiate between the reality and false perception? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
What one feels depends on what one thinks. The mind is a very powerful tool if used vindictively. [...]

Hello, lucky divine child of God!
Do you feel the lack of concentration in studies and work? Then you are the right person to listen to this enlightening video of Anandmurti Gurumaa, a real master.
If you think you are unlucky or don’t deserve the family you have, think of the man without a family. Have you [...]

Happiness is something all human beings strive for in their lives. If we think deeply about this topic, every action we perform is for the sake of contentment.
Whether it is for the pursuit of a good job, or perhaps falling in love and marriage, the aim of every person is to remain blissful. It is [...]

The true purpose of life is to realize God! In part four of the Pune satsang from December 10th 2010, Anandmurti Gurumaa reminds us about this great divine force that is residing within us. Due to our wrong understanding, we are unable to realize that our physical body is not just mere flesh and bones, [...]

Do we know what the main purpose of our life is? Nowadays people are so preoccupied in their worldly interests that they don’t even have time to think about this question!
In part three of the satsang in Pune that took place on Dec 10th 2010, the revered Anandmurti Gurumaa explains what the real goal of [...]

While science continues to expound its understanding on topics such as the body, outer space, planets, electrons, protons, neutrons etc., it is unable to explain where all these objects have evolved from. So, what is the governing force of this universe?
In part 2 of the Pune satsang from December 10 2010, Anandmurti Gurumaa explains that [...]

The contemporary enlightened master Anandmurti Gurumaa unfolds the wisdom hidden in the beautiful song of Shri Krishna. In this video, while explaining the shloka from the 10th chapter of Shrimad Bhagvad Gita, Gurumaa makes it very clear that one may be a great scientist, poet, writer or a philosopher, and yet one would remain as [...]

Tukaram Maharaj was a great poet-saint born in Maharashtra during the Bhakti movement of India. He was a great devotee of Lord Vitthala, a form of Krishna who is predominantly worshiped in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Goa.
Tukaram Maharaj compiled many devotional poems, which are known as abhangs in Marathi. The [...]

Does the cause of death of a person in previous life have any effect on this birth and this life? What is the mystery behind life and death? Why do we call the soul as immortal if it takes birth and dies as well? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked [...]

What is the role of an enlightened master (Guru) in the self realization of a disciple? Does the Guru open the doors of Nirvana and Moksha for the disciples? How much is the responsibility of the Guru for the self realization of the disciples? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
A devotee asked Anandmurti Gurumaa [...]

Are miseries an inevitable part of human life? At times, life seems to be full of sufferings and endless anguish. In Bhagvad Gita, Shri Krishna gives practical and precise formulas to come out of all the human miseries.
In his dialogue with his beloved friend and disciple Arjuna, Shri Krishna shares the knowledge to overcome the [...]

You are watching a video of the enlightened master, Anandmurti Gurumaa who tells you how to resolve the difficulties you are facing in life! Isn’t that amazing?
If you are down and out, if you have lost your job, if you have strained relations with your family members, if you are in poor health, Gurumaa tells [...]

Do past karmas (actions done in previous lives) affect our present life too? Is the law of karma so powerful that it affects our future lives too? What is the mystery behind it? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked the enlightened master, Anandmurti Gurumaa – “What is the reason behind [...]

Lord Krishna says in the Bhagvad Gita that in order to live blissfully in the world and to live like a true master – free from all bondages and miseries, one should lead his/her life with samatva buddhi yoga (equanimity).
So, what is samatva buddhi yoga (equanimity)? How can one live his/her life according to it? [...]

Being in absolute silence or thoughtlessness, showers great divinity on a person. So, what is the language of silence? How can one enjoy its blissfulness? How to achieve this state of total thoughtlessness? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
When these questions were put up to the enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa by one of [...]

Around the world, there are many different religions. All of them show the path towards ’self-realization’ and the realization of God. In each religion, the basic question arises that – why God created us? And what is the purpose of human life? Find out in this video, the realistic answer to such questions given by [...]

What are the essential qualities that a seeker should have for practicing meditation and being successful in it? The realized master, Anandmurti Gurumaa speaks on what requisite qualities a seeker should have if he wants to practice meditation and achieve the desired outstanding results in it.
Meditation is one of the important practices of a spiritual [...]

Rudraksha’s are pure and pious beads associated with Lord shiva. Wearing them is considered to have great spiritual benefits. But should women wear rudraksha beads during their menstruation days? Or should they avoid wearing it during those days? Find out the answers in this Gurumaa video.
This question was put up to the realized mystic Anandmurti [...]

“Learn to manage and control anger, and remain calm throughout all circumstances”. How do we remember these words of wisdom in our today’s fast paced, stressed out and impatient world?
Often when we are confronted with a situation involving anger, our rage deludes our thinking abilities and this advice is forgotten! During such moments of rage [...]

Are you suffering from a lot of stress and anxiety in your life? Are stomach problems, such as acid reflux constantly troubling you? Watch this video and discover the answers as Anandmurti Gurumaa reveals the reason and cure to these problems!
Acidity is a common ailment that many people in our society face today, and stress [...]

Are you interested in learning how to live a disease free, long and healthy life? Look no further, and watch part 5 of the satsang that took place in Pune on Dec 9th 2010. The revered master – Anandmurti Gurumaa not only points out the causes for the prevalence of various diseases, but also provides [...]

Who is God? What is the world and existence around us? How has it originated? Who are we actually and what is our origin? Why can’t we separate ourselves from the World and from God? How can achieve self-realization? These questions do fascinate us many times. Find out their answers in this Gurumaa video.
Aren’t you [...]

What is death? In this video, the mystic master – Anandmurti Gurumaa stresses upon the point that death is nothing but an illusion. In reality it is just a change of form. She shares her deep insights on the mysterious phenomenon of birth and death.
To understand this phenomenon one needs to completely detach one’s own [...]

What is death? The understanding to this complex issue does not come easily. Anandmurti Gurumaa, a modern day mystic has tried to help seekers gain a more in depth understanding about death, as she continues to explain more elaborately about the cycle of life and death in this video.
Gurumaa points out that the mind of [...]

Mantra chanting has great potential to enhance our consciousness and concentration. So, what should we do if we face difficulties in mantra chanting? What is the right approach of chanting? How to make it a blissful experience? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
The enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa says that there are different methods [...]

In modern times, we face a lot of stress in our day to day life. But this stress and anxiety is causing a lot of bad effects for our physical, mental and emotional health. So, why is this stress caused, what is the way to overcome it and how to lead a blissful life? Find [...]

Do you live a life filled with stress? Are you suffering from ailments such as acidity and irritated by the smallest problems? Are stress, anxiety, anger and frustration eating you alive?
In this video, the revered mystic – Anandmurti Gurumaa shares her insights on the causes of this phenomenon and also its solutions, which leads [...]

What is death? Almost everyone has at some point in time tried to seek an answer to this question. Almost every time that someone tries to seek an answer to this question, one gets entangled into the web of many deluding beliefs and theories.
At such a time only an enlightened master can help a seeker [...]

The blessings of an Enlightened Master can work wonders for the spiritual progress of the disciple. But are those blessings enough to achieve enlightenment? What else does a seeker need to progress spiritually? How can you make the Master’s blessings work for you? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
No doubt, every now and then, [...]

Our Inner world is indeed the real source of joy and blissfulness. By moving towards our inner self, one comes across the most gratifying and wonderful experiences in life. These experiences are so amusing and sometimes come as a surprise to a person. But, what is the way to enhance these experiences? How can one [...]

Mantra chanting has a number of benefits for our mind, brain and body. It helps to give power to the mind and balances the brain. It helps to strongly and efficiently take decisions related to daily life problems.
A person needs to be strong to deal with day-to-day challenges of life. Mantra chanting makes a person [...]

‘Om’ is not a word, which is created. It is a sound which is happening at every place and even inside us. ‘Om’ is the basic root from which all the ‘mantras‘ have come from.
The seekers who do pranav chanting come across the most gratifying and amazing experiences. See in this video, how one of [...]

Female foeticide (bhruna hatya) is an extreme manifestation of violence against females. God created this world, but to grow and expand his creation, he created females. But, it is a matter of concern that the sex ratio is consistently declining.
Among Indians, a girl child is treated as a liability and is not even given a [...]

As we sharpen our watchfulness and awareness, it becomes easier to watch the body as a whole, and gradually it will become possible to watch the mind and the number of thoughts that come in and out. But what does ‘Awareness’ actually mean and how can it be developed? Discover the answer in this Gurumaa [...]

As human beings, we are always curious to know what our origin is; from where we have come and where we shall be going after our death? From where have all things in existence originated? What is its source? Who and what is God? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa explains Bhagvad [...]

There is a subtle gap of total silence between two words and a space of divinity that exists in all our surroundings. How can one catch that gap and enter that space of divinity called – the “Now”? How can one enhance one’s awareness to that extent? What is the secret behind it? Discover the [...]

What are the ways of gliding deeper within us during meditation (dhyana)? How can one progress spiritually by meditating? Does one need to run inward and look within during meditation? What is the right way of moving towards one’s own self? Discover all the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked the enlightened [...]

A realized master is a great support for the disciples in their quest for the truth. The words of the master that they are always there with the disciples, brings great comfort for the disciples and reassure them in times of difficulty.
But is this dependency correct? Does it hinder spiritual growth or enhances it? See [...]

One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa whether women can wear rudraksha mala even during their menstruation period? Also can women continue with their spiritual practices like going to the temple, reading holy scriptures, chanting mantras, etc during the days of their menstruation?
Besides that she would like to know why is it that the religion [...]

We often see in the world around us that unmoral, unethical and cruel people are more successful in comparison to those who are following the path of truth and morality.
Why is it so that the God fearing people are suffering more difficulties in life? What is this mystery and what should be our approach towards [...]

The process of birth and death are nothing but the interplay of atoms, which are in turn changes in the forms of energy. In Indian culture, death related rituals play an important role.
So, what is the importance of death related rituals? Do these rituals have any effect on liberation of soul from one’s body? These [...]

Devotion indeed makes a person more humble, egoless and soft-hearted. But without knowledge; devotion seem to be a blind following. Then, what is more important for a seeker – knowledge or devotion? What should be the right approach? Discover the answer to these questions in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa, “In [...]

The chanting of the mantra “Om” has many spiritual benefits. So, what is the right way of chanting the mantra “Om”? How can one enter into a meditative state of mind? How to practice it in a guided meditation CD? Discover in this video, the right way of chanting pranav as guided by Anandmurti Gurumaa.
The [...]

What is the relationship between a master and a disciple? Is it correct to get attracted to other saints and follow their teachings too? What does it signify and how does it affect one’s spiritual growth? Find the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that can one have a Master [...]

‘What is death?’ – This is among the most sought after question among spiritual seekers. The answer to this question has been revealed by the reverend master Anandmurti Gurumaa in this video.
Just as Anandmurti Gurumaa has simplified most of the myths that surround and hinder the path chosen by a seeker on this inward journey, [...]

Meditation is a gift to a disciple by the Master. One needs to learn the techniques of meditation from a Master and then it should be properly followed. Otherwise, one may have to face many challenges while meditating.
So, how can a beginner know whether he/she is moving in the right path or not? What is [...]

Meditation is moving into the inner zone of emptiness. Meditation (dhyana) is not about doing anything, but it is a state of doing nothing. It is related to experiencing and enjoying the emptiness – the space.
Various techniques of meditation take a person towards experiencing the ‘God‘. But only sometimes we are able to meditate properly, [...]

Disc prolapse and spondylitis are very painful conditions of the spine. They take the joy out of life and also hamper spiritual practices and meditation. So, is there a way to cure these health problems? Can yogic asanas and pranayam be of any help? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked [...]

‘Urja Meditation‘ or ‘Active Meditation’ is based on ancient methodology of special breathing techniques called Kapalbhati, Ujjyayi and Bhastrika pranayama, which involve strong and forceful exhalations. It helps a person by providing relaxation to the restless mind.
It cleanses the inner recesses of the mind and provides stress relief. Sometimes, one may feel a sort of [...]

What are the reasons behind the occurrence of chickenpox? How can it be cured? In Indian rural folk culture why is chickenpox associated with “Mata” (the divine Godly mother – Goddess)? Does it have any spiritual aspects? Find the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that by the age of [...]

Is marriage beneficial or obstructive to one’s spiritual practices? How can one continue his/her spiritual practices after marriage? What is the training that’s essential to progress smoothly on the path of self-realization? Discover the answers in this video.
Marriage is an institution, in which two persons join their hands together and decide to live a structural [...]

Many a times, the word ‘tantra‘ is often misunderstood and misinterpreted by some people. Especially, in the western countries, it is considered as just a ’sacred sex’ kind of practice. And there, they conduct classes on the basis of their own wrong perception about ‘tantra’.
But what does ‘tantra’ actually mean? What is the difference between [...]

The mind is a very complex entity. Sometimes, it is very difficult to understand the strange games that it plays. Oftentimes, even when we are meditating some strange thoughts may come in our mind. And, at times they are so scary that one gets worried thinking about them.
Even though, these thoughts may come for a [...]

The decision regarding whether to get married or not is a very important one in a seeker’s life. It should be very carefully taken. Sometimes, a seeker goes for marriage, but later on at some stage of life regrets for the same. And many a times, a person keeps on suppressing his feelings, without knowing, [...]

A true seeker is one, who has a strong urge to seek ‘The Truth’. It is a herculean task to move on the path of spirituality. Only those can move on this path, who have a strong and intense urge to seek the ‘real self’.
Until and unless, one doesn’t develop this intense urge in the [...]

We all are playing our roles in this drama of life. God is like the creator of the drama and our Master (Guru) is like the director of this drama called life.
So, can we surpass the expectations that God and our Guru have for us? And what are their expectations from us? How can we [...]

Many times in life we see unfortunate things and accidents happening around us. Does it mean that God has an error in himself? Is God not perfect? If God himself has an error in himself, then are our own errors not forgivable? What is the reality? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
We human beings [...]

If a person is following the path of spirituality and is regularly practicing meditation, yoga, chanting and other spiritual practices, should he be concerned about the ill-effects of planetary movements on his life?
Should he fear the consequences of his destiny and his past actions (karmic account)? Or are the blessings of the master enough to [...]

Every living being in the world strives for happiness. All of us, try to live a happy life. But a person can get true happiness only by giving happiness to others.
And as a matter of fact, we cannot give happiness to others, unless we don’t learn to keep ourselves happy. In that case, what shall [...]

Are desires our strength or weakness? If we fail in achieving our desires, should we blame our destiny or our efforts? Or should we be contended by what happens in our life and not make much efforts on our side? What is the right approach of living? Find the answers in this Gurumaa video.
The mind [...]

Should we worship a living enlightened master? Or we should worship the idols? What is the necessity of a Guru in the path of self-realization? How can one accelerate one’s spiritual progress? Find the answers of these questions in this Gurumaa video.
The Master is like a gate, a gate to see our inner space. There [...]

When one regularly practices meditation, yoga, pranayam and other spiritual practices, he/she experiences sensations in the base of spine and other chakras (subtle energy centers) in the body. What do these sensations signify? Is it Kundalini awakening (arising of subtle vital energy “prana”)? How should one go about it? Find out the answers in this [...]

What does it mean to be in communion with an Enlightened Master? What does it require on the part of the disciple to make this communion happen? What is the role of an Enlightened Master (Guru) in the self-realization of a disciple? Discover the answers in this video.
Anandmurti Gurumaa is an enlightened master. She is [...]

Would you like to become free from physical and mental troubles, and learn how to live blissfully? Continue listening to this blissful knowledge imparted by the enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa in this video, which is part 2 of the series of Pune satsangs held on December 9, 2010!
In part 2 of the Pune satsang [...]

Ramayana is considered to be one of the holiest scriptures in the Hindu religion. It is the journey of Shri Ram (incarnation of Hindu – sustainer god Lord Vishnu), and how he follows the path of righteousness throughout his life, amidst all the difficulties he faces.
In each role he enacts, Lord Rama teaches us how [...]

Does your life feel unfulfilled even though you have everything you dreamed for? You possess every sort of luxury; have the perfect family, home, etc. but still life feels incomplete.
Why does this emptiness exist? That is because the happiness you are searching for is not outside, but exists inside you! Watch this video to know [...]

We all have busy lives and a lot of responsibilities. Many of us also ardently undertake our spiritual practices, so that we evolve our consciousness and realize our self. So, is there a need of the physical presence of an enlightened master? If yes, then why? If no, then why not? Find out in this [...]

We are human beings in this birth; that’s true. But what were we before this birth? What we will be after this life? How many births does a human being take before and after this life? What forms are we born as? The enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa shares her insights on the phenomenon of [...]

Have you ever listened to the sound of quietness within you? What does it signify? What are its spiritual implications? How should the spiritual seeker go about it? Find out the answers in this Gurumaa video.
To live a blissful life, one needs to devote one’s time to beauty, music, wisdom, meditation, prayer and chanting. And [...]

What to do when you experience stuck energy in nerves beginning to flow suddenly while meditating or practicing Yoga? How to balance this energy flow equally in the body? How to enhance our meditation and spiritual progress? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa, “When I sit for meditation, [...]

Love is the experience which gives sheer contentment and bliss to us. On the other hand, attachment gives only pain, turmoil and bondage.
But most of the times, we end up confusing our attachment with love. What is the difference between the two? How can we differentiate between love and attachment? Find out the answer to [...]

The mind constantly keeps on thinking either about the past or future. But one needs to be in the present moment at all times – that is the key to blissfulness!
We all wish and try to bring our mind in the present moment. But it is not easy to change this age-old habit of our [...]

Many people even though very religious, are yet not able to overcome their anger. And when one is burning out of anger, one doesn’t really know about what action is being done and what would be its consequences for that person.
Out of ignorance, such people harm their own health, and also end up hurting the [...]

We all are taught to do the spiritual practices persistently throughout our life. Can’t we just keep believing that whatever the God does is right and not do any pooja (worshiping God)? Is it necessary for us to do the daily pooja and be regular in our spiritual practices? Find out the words of wisdom [...]

Yoga Nidra means sleep with a trace of awareness. It is a state of mind in-between wakefulness and dream. In this technique, we make a resolve, which is like planting a seed in our subconscious mind. We repeat this resolve again towards the end, which is like irrigating the seed we have sown; sooner or [...]

Are you caught between your ethics and the orders of officers above you? Do you have to unwillingly get involved in unethical and unjust activities, even if you are against them? So, how to draw the line? What is the right action in such situations? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
In this video, the [...]

We all face duality of mind at some or the other point in life. Why does duality of mind occur? How to overcome this duality of mind and be focused on the path that we choose for ourselves? How to progress smoothly on the path of spirituality? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of [...]

In the 21st century, the human life has become a race. The demands of human beings have increased many more, than in the past. Sometimes, in order to fulfill our responsibilities and meet the demands of lives, we may end up exhausting ourselves.
And we wander, that if we will stop, then we will fail and [...]

Do you behave selfishly at times? Or is your behavior with others always balanced? Is selfish behavior creating barriers in your communication with others? If it is so, discover in this video what is the cause behind this selfish behavior and how you can lead a harmonious life with wisdom.
Our behavior is one of the [...]

Many a times, while trying to meet the challenges of modern day life, we end up in a depressive state of mind. There may be many other reasons that lead to depression. But the question is that how can one come out of such depressive state of mind? What should be done? Discover the way [...]

Sometimes, we become so emotional while talking about God or ’satsang’ (spiritual discourses), that we cannot stop ourselves crying. When this happens, we begin to wonder as to why does this happen to us? Why aren’t we able to control the emotions of our heart? Discover in this video, what the enlightened master – Anandmurti [...]

Our mind has a very big ballooned ego. Due to this, we always think ourselves to be superior to others. We always want people to act in a certain manner that suits our desires. And when they do not act as per our expectations, we get angry on them.
What can be done to overcome this [...]

Religion and spirituality say that God resides in each one of us. In other words, we all are God. So, does it mean that we can punish others for their sins and wrong deeds? Do we have the right to control others? What is true spirituality and true religiousness? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa [...]

Are sexual urges and thoughts consuming you the whole day and night? Is there a way to achieve freedom from the sexual thoughts and live a blissful life? How to be free from the bondage of sex? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
A 24 years old youngster asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that his mind is [...]

Do you ever feel sensations at the base of your spine during meditation? What do these sensations signify? Do they mean that the dormant “Kundalini” energy is rising and getting activated? How should one manage these sensations and achieve unhindered spiritual growth? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa, [...]

Can semi precious stones and gems such as the ruby, emerald, topaz, etc. help in achieving high meditative states? Do they positively affect the chakras (energy centers) present in our body? What is the mystery and secret behind them? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that while meditating, [...]

What is ‘Dharma’? What is ‘Dharmikta’? The meaning of ‘dharma’ and ‘dharmikta’ needs to be understood very carefully. Very often these are confused with one another. In this video, the enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa describes the difference between these two words.
One of the devotees asked Gurumaa about the difference between ‘Dharma’ and ‘Dharmikta’?
Gurumaa says [...]

Do past memories and longings leave you feeling miserable? Do you feel helpless due to past memories? Do you want to delete the past memories and live your life afresh? Find the answers in this Gurumaa video and learn the art of living blissfully from the master.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that past [...]

How can we realize who we really are? How to know who is the soul within our body; what is its origin and what is its true form? Can Yoga help us in exploring this mystery? Find the answers in this Gurumaa video.
These are the eternal questions man has in his mind. Whenever we hear [...]

How to overcome the feeling of jealousy? How can we stop and come out of the habit of comparing ourselves with others continuously? What is the way to lead a happy and blissful life? Discover the art to overcome jealousy and lead a blissful life in this Gurumaa video.
At times, when we start giving too [...]

Meditation is moving in to the inner zone of emptiness. Meditation (dhyana) is not about doing anything, but it is a state of doing nothing. It is related to experiencing and enjoying the emptiness, the space.
Various techniques of meditation take a person towards experiencing the ‘God‘. God (brahma) is formless. So, can one see the [...]

Have you ever had the feeling of being pushed around by other people? Have you ever felt that people around you are taking advantage of your tolerant attitude?
A lot of people feel this way in their daily interactions but does one truly understand what the attribute of ‘tolerance’ and how to use it? In this [...]

What does it mean to be in communion with an Enlightened Master? What does it require on the part of the disciple to make this communion happen? What is the role of an Enlightened Master (Guru) in the self-realization of a disciple? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
In her talks with disciples, the enlightened [...]

In our day to day life, we often swing between the emotions of love and hate, and attraction and repulsion. So, why do we go through this cycle of emotions? What is the way to be in balance and blissful at all times? Find out the answers in this Gurumaa video.
All of us at all [...]

To progress on the path of spirituality a seeker has to make dedicated, persistent and sincere efforts. One needs to maintain a balance between his worldly daily chores and spiritual practices.
What are those practices which a seeker can adopt in order to progress on the path of spirituality? What should be the daily schedule that [...]

What are the Ida, Pingala and Sushumna energy channels or nadis present within our body? What role do they play? What is the lotus chakra? How to explore these energy channels in greater depth? Find out the answers to these questions in this Gurumaa video, where she explains the meaning and significance of these nadis [...]

At what time of the day is it best to perform any meditation technique? For how long should we practice a meditation technique to reap its complete benefits on our body and mind? How to focus on our career, while at the same time achieve steady spiritual growth? In this Gurumaa video, find out the [...]

Enlightened saints and holy scriptures often say that the existence of the world is illusionary. It is dream-like. So the question arises that whose dream is it – Our or God’s? How do we come out of this dream? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that, “Shri Guru [...]

Does being spiritual means having less materialistic ambitions in life? Does it mean renunciation from the world? Does it mean “Living with Less”? Or does it mean indulgence? Such questions often bug us in life. Discover in this amazing video, what the enlightened master – Anandmurti Gurumaa has to say about it.
One of the devotees [...]

Life comes with its own package of challenges. Sometimes, one is in a trouble to know what should be done and what not. And we end up committing such a mistake, for which we have to regret forever.
How to deal with such tough circumstances? What can one really do to come out of guilt and [...]

Do you feel that your spiritual progress is lagging behind, even though you are practicing many meditation techniques and devoting time for meditation regularly? What is the missing factor that could give you a push forward? Find out the key to swift progress in meditation from the enlightened mystic master – Anandmurti Gurumaa.
One of the [...]

Nowadays the word “guru” has become a popular saying amongst people, and there is no shortage of guru’s in our world. You will find this term used casually to describe someone’s expertise, for example a computer guru.
So, is this really the definition of a guru? Who is a guru? In this bhajan, Anandmurti Gurumaa beautifully [...]

What is the importance of chanting the lord’s name and reciting it? What is the blissfulness found in it? Find out how you can achieve the same, in this Gurumaa video which is part 6 of the Janmashtami discourse series.
Shri Krishna Govinda Hare Murare, He Natha Narayana Vasudeva
Shri Krishna Sharanam Mama
“Shri Krishna Govinda Hare Murare [...]

When does an individual soul (’Jeev Atama’) enter into a body? Does it happen at the time of conception? or does a ‘Jeev atama’ enter into a body sometime during pregnancy? Find out the answers to these mysterious questions in this Gurumaa video.
One of the seekers asked Anandmurti Gurumaa, “Dear Gurumaa Greetings to you. I [...]

Everything good or bad that happens in one’s life is based upon ones ‘Karmas’ or past actions. No one can escape from the fruits of karma that one performs. So, one needs to be very careful towards the action that one does. But how can one differentiate between a good or a bad karma, and [...]

Astrology (jyotish vidya) is actually a science based upon the position of various planets, which needs to be thoroughly studied by an astrologer (jyotishi). It can be very helpful for a person, if it is based upon the in-depth study of various aspects of astrology.
But most of the times, it is used as a tool [...]

One who takes birth, has to die one day. And one who dies gets a new birth again. This is the unchangeable law of nature. But at times, when someone dies at an early age, those people who are connected to that person, have to suffer a lot.
So, how can one move ahead and cope [...]

Past life regression, hypnotism, spirituality and meditation are disciplines that are highly interconnected in one way, but at the same time they are quite independent of each other. So can they be practiced together? Discover the answer in this Gurumaa video.
While spirituality means moving in to the inner world of joy and peace, past life [...]

Many a times we hear the stories about the animals like cows, dogs and some birds who like to sit in the prayer room. Many stories tell us that in the past too, when some ‘Rishis‘ (Saints) used to give discourses, some animals and birds too liked to be at that place. And from their [...]

What is God? How is his omni-presence manifested? How can one realize God’s presence? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa explains Bhagvad Gita Chapter 7 as a part of the Bhagvad Gita video discourse series.
We all have heard or read umpteen numbers of times that God is omnipresent. He is present everywhere, [...]

How to be a true Yogi and master of one’s life? How does one achieve the ultimate goal of human life? How can one attain the un-attainable? How can one know the Almighty? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa explains Bhagvad Gita Chapter 6 as a part of the Bhagvad Gita video [...]

What is law of karma or law of action? How is a person bound by his karma? How to gain freedom from the effects of all karma and live life blissfully? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa explains Bhagvad Gita Chapter 5 as a part of the Bhagvad Gita video discourse series.
Shrimad [...]

What is “Krishna consciousness”? How to awaken it within us? How to be one with the supreme consciousness or God? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa explains Bhagvad Gita Chapter 4 as a part of the Bhagvad Gita video discourse series.
Yada yada hi dharmasya glanirbhavati bharata
Abhusthanam dharmasya tadatmanam srujamyaham
Paritranay sadhunam vinashaya cha [...]

How to enjoy the present moment – in spite of pain and suffering? How to stay unaffected by all the unpleasant things happening in life? How to be a master in all situations and remain at peace? Discover the answers in this video, where Anandmurti Gurumaa gives the secret of overcoming pain.
Pain is just an [...]

One of the listeners asked Anandmurti Gurumaa,”I am a working man. How can I feel the God everyday, but it should not be my imagination? Please give me the steps through which I can feel his power, can understand him, what he wants to say and much more?”. Watch this video and discover what the [...]

One of the devotees asked ‘The Enlightened Master’ – Anandmurti Gurumaa, which is the biggest pilgrimage that a person can visit? Listen to the words of wisdom and see how the master responded to the question in this video.
Gurumaa elucidated that the biggest pilgrimage (Teerath) is to move towards your own centre. Exploration of your [...]

One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa, “Please, can you say something about ‘Shambhala‘? I have read a book and heard many stories about temples on the Etheric planes that are helping to raise the vibration of humanity to help us evolve. Is ‘Shambhala’ a real place?” See and listen in this video, how the [...]

One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that she is 26 years old and doesn’t want to get married, so that she can live at her own and follow the path of spirituality in this very life.
But she is scared as one of the Astrologers told her that there are hundred percent chances of marriage [...]

Can one chant the lord’s name (mantra) before bathing? Can one know God and attain enlightenment in one’s life itself? What is the importance of Guru (spiritual master) in one’s life? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asks Anandmurti Gurumaa, “I have visited many satsangs (spiritual discourses). Some Gurus say that [...]

Should we avoid keeping scriptures like “Mahabharata” at home and avoid reading them? Or should we go ahead and read them for spiritual growth? What should be our approach towards them? Find out the answers in this Gurumaa video.
One of the students asked Anandmurti Gurumaa – “It is considered that ancient spiritual books like ‘Mahabharata’ [...]

What is the best way to do charity? Is it wise to donate money to beggars? Or is there a better way to donate for a noble cause? Discover the art of donating the right way in this Gurumaa video.
One of the devotees asked Anandmurti Gurumaa that he doesn’t like the tradition of giving charity [...]

Shrimad Bhagvad Gita is perhaps one of the most revered books and also a best seller if we describe it in the modern jargon. You may be having a copy of it in your house and you may have also read it or you may have memorized all the shlokas by heart.
Or even if you [...]

What is the connection between spirituality and good health? When we are not in optimum health, we feel lethargic and think that we need not do our spiritual practices.
There is a question in our minds that if we continue to do the spiritual practices which have been advised by our Guru or Spiritual Master in [...]

What is destiny and how does it affect us? Can we change our destiny? How can we learn to live happily in our life irrespective of the circumstances? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
Wouldn’t it be great if we could change our destiny? Or even if we couldn’t, if we knew the art of [...]

Anandmurti Gurumaa, a contemporary revolutionary mystic – demystifies the ancient Indian science of how one can parent a divine child. In this video, she also explains in her lucid and simple way as how one can prepare oneself that only a pure and godly soul would enter in the womb.
It seems that the whole world [...]

Why man has to suffer a painful death? Why is death always associated with disease, pain and suffering? Can there not be a pain-free, suffering-free and joyous death? If it is possible, then how? Discover the answers in this Gurumaa video.
In this video Gurumaa unfolds the mystery of leading a life full of joy without [...]

Are creativity and spirituality correlated? If yes, then how? How can creativity help in unleashing our boundless potential and blissfulness? Find out the answers in this video of Gurumaa.
Gurumaa talks about the fact that great inventions and extraordinary masterpieces of art have been created in this world by people who had great concentration and creativity. [...]

The above video is an excerpt from the discourse series given by Gurumaa on Adi Shankaracharya called ” Bhaj Govindam“. It is a collection of thirty one shlokas (verses) that contain the essence of all vedanta, knowledge and devotion.
Gurumaa talks about the phenomenon of the human mind to crave for more material wealth at all [...]