1. Sat Nam! Good to see in this spiritual environment) how is the
educational process, students are replenished?
Meditation is my passion not
profession. Although I have been practicing it for a long time yet I have
recently become active in public. I disclose the secrets of meditation to those
who are interested. In Russia, I find people are not acquainted well with
perfect method and philosophy of yoga. It is excessively influenced with
Hinduism, acupressure methods and any other self-made techniques. My duty is to
acquaint yoga lovers with scientific methods of meditation.
2. Vikram, how do you like
the culture of our homeland - have already managed to get acquainted with local
customs and traditions?
Russian
culture is connected with European and Asian cultures and has been influenced
by both. Russian culture has a long and rich history, steeped in literature,
ballet, painting and classical music. Russia has a very vibrant cultural past,
from its colorful folk costumes to ornate religious symbols. Patience and
suffering are the main basic values of the Russian people. They stand with consistent abstinence, self-restraint, and constant
sacrifice for the benefit of others. Without it, there is no person, and there
is no status or respect of others. In Russia, people are a little more formal
and reserved, more serious, and careless behaviour is considered a sign of
disrespect. The family is of the greatest importance for a person in Russia.
Relatives usually have a very close relationship and are interdependent,
helping each other in difficult times. Extended family members are also very
involved in people's lives and supporting the household. Russian culture is
shaped by authoritarian thinking, so relations between generations are also
formed on the basis of respect and appreciation. Russian parents are generally
very protective of their children. Usually they themselves make important
decisions regarding their children without discussion.
3. Guru
Nanak, Yogi Bhajan - were followers of the doctrine of Love, Dobra and to keep
the Uma pure.
How do Sikhs relate to other beliefs and
can you tell us a little more about this tradition (some of our readers are not
aware of this culture?
Sikhism is a monotheistic religion, which means that Sikhs
believe that there is only one god. Sikhs can also be called panentheists,
which means they believe that God is present in creation. God is not the
universe, but life in it, its driving force. Sikhism, somewhat unique among
world religions, rejects the notion that any religion, even their own, has a
monopoly on the highest spiritual truth. Sikhs believe that people spend their
time in the cycle of birth, life and rebirth. They share this belief with
followers of other Indian religious traditions such as Hinduism, Buddhism and
Jainism. The quality of each particular life depends on the law of Karma. There
are three main principles of the Sikh religion: meditation and devotion to the
Creator, truthful living and service to humanity. Sikhs must daily uphold the
values of honesty, compassion,
generosity, humility, honesty, service and spirituality. Influenced by the
religious emphasis of Bhakti Hinduism and Sufi Islam, Sikhism emphasizes the
unity, truth and creativity of a personal God and calls for union with him
through meditation on his title, Name (Nam) and submission to his will. Guru Nanak Dev
was the first and foremost mystic who described God in clear words in his
article “Japuji Sahib”. According to him, “God is one, his name has existence
and he is the creator, he is Omni-present, fearless, devoid of hostility, whose
existence is out of time (whose body is indestructible), he is intact of cycles
of life, who is born out of himself and who is visible with the grace of Guru.”
4. What
for you Kundalini yoga is a kind of darshan or another asceticism over his
Essence?
Kundalini yoga is a form of yoga that includes breathing
exercises and repetitive postures. It includes the technique of movement and
dynamic breathing, meditation. Its purpose is to activate your Kundalini
energy, or shakti. It is a spiritual energy that is said to reside at the base
of your spine. An uplifting blend of spiritual and physical practices that aims
to increase physical vitality and consciousness. It allows the individual to
consciously traverse the lower planes and ultimately merge with the universal
cosmic force of which it is a part and which is also sometimes referred to as
kundalini. It is said that kundalini yoga was originally used in India by the
warrior class of the Sikh religion. However, the study of mystical literature
and traditions has shown that Kundalini, called by various names, seems to have
been a universal phenomenon in esoteric teachings for about three thousand
years.
5. AND
what is your day and how is your constant Sadhana?
My day is normal. I follow a
similar disciplined routine from Monday to Saturday. On Sunday, I live freely,
without routine.
6. How
not to have burnout in the modern world and where to replenish strength?
Reframe your mindset. Consider the role you're
burned out from and remind yourself why you started, Make time for self-care, maintain
your social life, set boundaries, track your stress levels, identify your
stressors, get enough exercise, speak up for yourself, and learn stress
management techniques.
7. What
books are you currently reading and what can you offer from the innermost?
At present I am reading Russian grammar
in order to learn this language. Practice meditation and make it your routine. Keep
it as a regular practice. Once you give up, you have to start from the
beginning again.
8. Your
instructions and wishes to all the inhabitants of the Universe?
Try to control
your mind. A simple person who is full of faith, devotion and the openness of
heart may have a great deal more about God than a philosopher having a
brilliant intellect. A simplicity and devotion always bring a feeling of the
nearness of Divine. Spirituality is marked in straightforwardness and
attachment. God seems to go away when we begin to make analysis and
calculations. We begin to feel his protection and guidance very soon when we
seek him with humility, simplicity and surrender. Imagination of something
high, holy and spiritual is better than the imagination of us to be weak,
sinful and sorrowing. Our mind can work both ways if not controlled.
9. The Golden Temple is...
The Golden Temple is a sacred place for Sikhs. It is
also called Harmandir Sahib, that is, the home of God. Sikhs follow the
teachings of ten Gurus or special religious leaders. They believe in one God
and that all people are equal. The Guru Granth Sahib is the Sikh holy book
which is a central point inside the Golden Temple.
10. Will love save the world?
To love simply means
to see others as important as yourself; give time and attention to others as
well as to yourself; sincerely believe, know and feel that the well-being of
others is just as important as our own. When we open our hearts to love others,
including other species on the planet, we feel more compassion for every being.
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