Kundalini Energy

When you look up the definition of Kudalini in the dictionary you will find this description: Kudalini is the energy that is dormant and lies at the base of the spine until its activation, as by the practice of yoga, and then it is channeled upward through the chakras through a process of spiritual perfection. So what does this mean? Furthermore, what happens should the Kudalini awaken and be released into your spine when triggered by a spiritual practice or some other means?

If you are speaking in terms of Eastern thought, you will find this energy is said to be serpent like and lies coiled at the base of the spine. It is desirable and a great accomplishment to awaken this energy and move it up through the chakra system. As it moves up the spine and activates each chakra, this awakening is said to open spiritual powers. By aiding in the development of these spiritual powers each chakra will benefit in its own way and all are important to spiritual unfoldment. Eastern practices feel that it is wise to be guided in this process to help the student understand what is happening and provide safety should the energy unfold to harshly or quickly. It is best if its awakening happens over a period of years, because if it awakens to abruptly, it creates what is termed as a spiritual emergency. This can create many symptons and can be difficult to process. It is also said that in the presence of a powerful spiritual Guru, Kundalini awakening can be triggered.

When you view this energetic phenomena from a Western point of view it is said to be a form of psychic or paranormal energy. In this case the understanding of the energy is not really the same, for in Yogic philosophy it is seen as amaturing type of energy that expresses in relationship to the individual. Whereas, in Western view it is thought to represent a type of cleansing or salvation. Another view is mythological in nature believed to be an aspect of Shakti (universal energy) or Shiva.

Whichever path you follow, if you find yourself filled with a type of electric energy, or a feeling of energy running along the spine or moving upwards in the body, along with headache or pressure inside the head, tingling, etc, it just maybe a spiritual Kundalini experience. On the other hand, it may be misdiagnosed neurological issues. So if you think your Kundalini is rising, be sure and consult a professional who has a deeper understanding of this phenomena to provide support and guidance.

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