Hatha Yoga is the true Kundalini Yoga

When performed with precision and progression, the techniques of hatha yoga have the remarkable ability to cleanse both the physical and energy bodies. They harmonises the pranic forces within, activating various spiritual centres. This process eventually awakens the dormant primal force known as kundalini, which rises from its sleep, ascending through the hips and piercing the clusters of nerves along the spine and finally magnetises the brain. As a result, the practitioner gains access to different powers, knowledge, and profound bliss.

However, it is crucial to treat this knowledge with utmost respect and avoid any misuse, for mishandling the kundalini could have destructive consequences and lead to a painful downfall. The true understanding of kundalini necessitates maintaining its purity and acknowledging the responsibility it carries with its activation. With proper guidance and sincere practice, one can embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner realisation through the growing of this profound force.

Practice or Destiny?

My first encounter with Samadhi happened almost accidentally. It occured one afternoon while trying to nap after my busy morning classes. At that time, I wasn’t even aware that it was Samadhi until I experienced it multiple times later on. The realisation came when I stumbled upon an article that closely resembled my personal encounter with the awakening of Kundalini. This experience occurred long before I delved into the theoretical aspects.

Initially, the classical yoga texts appeared daunting, filled with spiritual jargon and symbols. However, as I immerse into Samadhi more, I found it to be as natural and scientific. As a yoga and meditation teacher, my numerous experiences with Samadhi allowed me to translate my lessons into a more accessible and relatable context. I moved away from the symbolic and esoteric aspects, focusing instead on a practical, real-life approach to sharing the transformative power of yoga and meditation.

My first experiences with Samadhi were intense and explosive. I vividly remember having three days in a row of Samadhi during the first week I encountered it. Eventually, it became a more regular occurrence in my life. Nowadays, I might not experience it as frequently as before, but when it does come, I can stay in that state for longer durations, allowing me to delve deeper into its meanings and essence. It’s incredible to witness the physical and spiritual processes at play while it happens.

It’s truly captivating how, despite experiencing the same Samadhi, each time feels unique and offers me distinct gifts of knowledge, techniques, and wisdom that I can pass on to my students. During these moments, my whole body seems to disentagrate and crawl while my brain vibrates like a sealed vessel. The sounds I perceive also change; most of the time, it’s like ringing, but occasionally, I hear buzzing and humming. In some instances, I’ve even encountered music and bells while in Samadhi, and those sounds lingered for several minutes after resurfacing.

The intensity of these experiences can vary greatly. Some Samadhis feel like my being is swelling and spinning, while others flow like serene waves engulfing me completely. The energy could be playful though, like a ball bouncing up and down the body and the brain. It’s amazing how the Kundalini energy can even leave my body and connect with supernatural entities during certain encounters. And there have been a few profound moments when I was taken deep into the abyss of my heart, where I briefly experienced death itself. In these profound encounters, the OM appeared to me crisply and sharply.

Lately, something extraordinary has been happening. I’ve been receiving fragments of sacred knowledge from a young boy, whom I’ve come to realise is like a reflection of my own self. These experiences continue to enrich my life and deepen my understanding of the profound mysteries that lie within and beyond us. As this phenomenon continues to bless my life, I find myself becoming wiser and more content a practitioner and a human being.

Samadhi brings forth something truly priceless. It bestows upon us a grace that no amount of money or power could ever buy. It’s like a precious gift that we carry with us on our journeys, enriching our lives in ways that are beyond words.

Where do I Begin?

The spirit dwells in the body. This principle is crucial and shouldn’t be underestimated. The energy called kundalini moves through the spine, charging numerous nerve channels, and eventually releasing its strong power in the brain. But this can only occur when the body and its inner centres are open and pure.

While there are methods that skip the body, they pose safety concerns. Moreover, can we truly grasp the awakening’s essence by shortcutting the process?

Meditation requires a specific mindset: a content and joyful one. If the body isn’t clean and healthy, it can lead to energy blockages and imbalances. This can result in restlessness, disease, and heaviness – problems that might seem small but can harm our mind and spirit. Being disciplined and practicing self-control should stem from a place of happiness (sukha) and should never be imposed. Otherwise, we could end up with additional mental issues in our mind and personality.

Therefore, for a secure, genuine, and meaningful path to self-discovery, the body must be purified first. To achieve this, practices like shatkarmas, asanas, pranayama, bandhas, and mudras must be completed. By addressing the practical aspects of our existence, the mind gains control, focus, and refinement. This leads to easier self-control and a more sustainable meditation later on.

Let me share with you my journey. I hope the following lessons assist you in the first few months of your home practice. Good luck!