Category: Yoga

Awakening the Kundalini

Understanding Kundalini: The Ancient Energy Within Kundalini is a concept rooted in ancient spiritual traditions, particularly within Hinduism and certain forms of yoga. It refers to a dormant spiritual energy believed to reside at the base of the spine, often depicted as a coiled serpent waiting to be awakened. The awakening of this energy is said to lead to profound spiritual growth, self-awareness, and enlightenment. One of the things that can happen through psychedelics, is a spontaneous Kundalini rising – if you have gone through this and need help, please reach out to [email protected] and I will give you a complimentary reading on where to focus your ascension energies. The Significance of Kundalini in Spiritual Practice In many spiritual disciplines, the awakening of Kundalini is considered a pivotal milestone. Practitioners aim to activate this energy through various techniques such as meditation, breath control, and specific postures. The process involves the rising of Kundalini through the chakras—energy centers aligned along the spine—culminating in its arrival at the crown chakra, which symbolizes spiritual enlightenment. The Chakras and the Path of Awakening The journey of Kundalini awakening typically involves navigating through seven main chakras: As Kundalini ascends through these centers, individuals may experience heightened awareness, clarity, and a sense of unity with all existence. Benefits and Risks of Kundalini Awakening When properly guided, awakening Kundalini can bring numerous benefits such as increased vitality, emotional stability, and spiritual fulfillment. However, it is essential to approach this practice with caution. Improper or premature awakening may lead to physical discomfort, emotional upheaval, or psychological disturbances. Therefore, it is advisable to undertake Kundalini practices under the supervision of experienced teachers or practitioners. Conclusion Kundalini represents a profound aspect of human spirituality—a dormant force that holds the potential for transformative growth. By understanding its significance and approaching its awakening with respect and caution, individuals can embark on a journey toward self-discovery and enlightenment that transcends ordinary experience. As with all spiritual pursuits, patience, guidance, and sincere intention are key to unlocking this ancient energy within.

Do the work a.k.a yoga

In order to achieve the ‘self’ we desire, we have to push ourselves to do the things that we do not want to do. This could be your daily yoga practice, studying, cooking or even putting in the work to maintain relationships. The importance of yoga is most immediately seen when we have a routine. This helps create stability and consistency, which in turn produces quicker results. The more yoga we practice, the lower our cortisol and stress stuck within the body. The greatest benefit of yoga for me has been the stress that leaves the body. Sometimes it can take ten sessions before I truly feel unwound, and this is because a lack of daily practice. Going to a class a couple of times a week is good for your health, but it won’t change you. Only through a daily practice can you truly form the mind-body-spirit connection that is the core goal of yoga. So even if its for ten minutes, try to do some type of stretching. If you sit all day long, focus on your psoas muscles (runs from the lower back through the pelvis and inner thigh areas). If you don’t do the work to maintain these muscles now, it will be that much harder in the future. It also increases the chances of injury or spinal issues. Yoga is the key to maintaining a healthy spine, so don’t forget your cobra pose! Any time you stretch forward. it is a good idea to stretch backwards as well. We do not want to over strengthen one segment of the body and have an imbalance. The focus of your yoga is to build your core strength, everything else will fall in line as you do so.