Teachings attributed to Shivabalayogi present a way of living that is simple, disciplined, and oriented toward inner stillness rather than outer display. In matters of food, vegetarianism is upheld as especially supportive of meditation, with an emphasis on sattvic, or pure and calming, nourishment. Overeating and heavy, overly rich foods are discouraged, and moderation in eating is treated as an important aid to clarity of mind. Alcohol, intoxicants, and smoking are viewed as disturbances to mental steadiness and willpower, and thus are to be avoided by those intent on spiritual practice.

Lifestyle guidance centers on regular meditation as the heart of the path, practiced with sincerity and consistency. Alongside this, a normal family and work life is not rejected; rather, fulfilling one’s responsibilities honestly and conscientiously is seen as compatible with spiritual growth when joined to daily meditation. Moral conduct is repeatedly emphasized: truthfulness, non‑harm, control of anger and desire, and a general cultivation of selflessness and compassion. Simple, clean living and maintaining the body in a healthy condition are encouraged, not as ends in themselves, but as supports for sustained inner practice.

Celibacy or sexual restraint is recommended in a manner appropriate to one’s stage of life, especially for those who are deeply committed to intensive spiritual discipline. At the same time, there is no insistence on dramatic outer renunciation, special dress, or withdrawal from society; inner discipline is treated as more significant than external forms. The overall thrust of these teachings is to create conditions—through diet, conduct, and daily routine—that quiet the mind, reduce unnecessary agitation, and allow meditation to deepen naturally.