Kundalini Meditation or Kundalini Yoga is a type of meditation and yoga that aims to stimulate and elevate energy to achieve mental, physical and spiritual balance. Kundalini means “snake” in Sanskrit and it is generally believed that Kundalini energy, which is considered to be the main energy source of humans, is located in the lower back, at the base of the spine. The awakening of Kundalini energy is generally considered a process that leads to personal growth, inner enlightenment, intuitive awareness and spiritual ascension. The awakening of this energy is achieved through the opening of physical and mental blockages.
The Main Purpose of Kundalini Meditation:
To awaken the Kundalini energy and allow it to rise upward along the spine. This process aims to help the person reach a higher level of consciousness and gain spiritual awareness.
Benefits of Kundalini Meditation:
- Mental and emotional balance: Calms the mind, reduces stress and anxiety.
- Spiritual awareness: It can help to reach a higher level of consciousness by increasing one’s spiritual awareness.
- Physical relaxation: Provides relaxation and peace of mind by balancing bodily energy.
- Inner strength and energy: By providing the person with high energy levels, it can increase their spiritual and physical strength.
- Opening subconscious blockages: Negative thoughts and emotional blockages are opened, allowing the person to live more freely.
How to do Kundalini Meditation Step by Step?
1. Preparation and Environment:
- Choose a Comfortable Environment: It is important to choose a calm, peaceful and comfortable environment for meditation. Choose a quiet place to disconnect from the outside world and focus on your inner world.
- Avoid Distractions: Stay away from the phone, television or other external distractions to prevent them from interrupting your meditation process.
- Wear Soft, Comfortable Clothes: Kundalini meditation requires bodily comfort, so choose clothes that are comfortable and not constricting.
2. Choose a Suitable Position:
- Floor Sitting: You can sit cross-legged or upright in a comfortable chair. The spine should be straight, shoulders relaxed, hands resting comfortably on the knees.
- Feet: Your feet should be flat on the floor. Stabilize your posture and start when you feel ready to move comfortably into meditation.
3. Breath and Attention:
- Breathe Deeply: At the beginning of kundalini meditation, relax your body and mind by breathing deeply. Focus on the expansion of your abdomen as you inhale and the contraction as you exhale.
- Focus on Your Breath: Focus on your breath to calm the mind and direct your energy. Breathing slowly and deeply, relax your body.
4. Mantra or Sound Repetition:
- Choose a Mantra: In Kundalini meditation, the constant repetition of a mantra or sound is very important. The mantra helps the energy to rise. A commonly used mantra is **“Sat Nam ‘**, which means ’I am the True One”. This mantra helps to remind one of one’s own inner reality.
- Vocal or Silent Repetition: Repeat your mantra either aloud or silently. At first, repeating it aloud can be relaxing. Focus on the sound of the mantra and direct your energy towards it. Use mantras to clear negative thoughts from your mind.
5. Feeling the Kundalini Energy:
- Focus on the Base of the Spine: Kundalini energy is believed to reside at the base of the spine, in the sacral region. Try to mentally feel this area.
- Raising the Energy: As you breathe in, visualize the energy rising from this area and moving upward along the spine. The energy rising up along your spine clears physical and mental blockages. Imagine the energy rising up the neck, up to the skull.
6. Physical Movements and Asanas:
- Kundalini Yoga Movements: In kundalini meditation, some yoga asanas (positions) are usually practiced. These movements help to balance and elevate the flow of energy.
- Various Movements: Movements with the head, neck, shoulders and hands are also common to bring mental and physical awareness. These movements awaken and regulate the flow of energy in the body.
7. Ending Meditation:
- Mental Calming: Although the energy is intensely uplifted during meditation, it is necessary to slowly calm down again at the end. Take a few deep breaths, gently interrupting your mantra, and watch the energy flow through your body.
- Return to the Body Try to feel the energy stop at the end of your spine and your body return to natural peace. After the meditation, spend a few minutes in silence to digest the experience.
Kundalini Meditation Tips:
- Be Patient: Kundalini meditation is a long-term process and it can take time for the energy to unfold. At first, the mind may wander or it may be difficult to feel the energy.
- Emotional Control: The awakening of kundalini energy can sometimes create intense emotional reactions. Recognize these feelings and accept them without judgment.
- Regular Practice: In order to practice Kundalini meditation effectively, make sure to meditate regularly. You can start with short periods at first and increase the duration over time.
- Monitor the Body’s Reactions: It is very important to monitor bodily sensations during Kundalini meditation. Observe your body’s reaction and always prioritize relaxation.