It's a technological world that we live in today and there is a lot of information available about Kundalini chakras and the practices used to open them. However, some of this information is misleading and distorted interpretations of the original Sanskrit texts.

To get a better understanding of these concepts, which relate to a powerful energy system, it's important to know that there are many chakras in our body, but seven among them are considered to be the most important. These seven chakras are located at certain points in our physical body and the Kundalini Shakti moves through them in either an upward or downward direction.

When the energy moves in these different chakras in an upward direction, it is called as Urduagati. This results in a person experiencing great enthusiasm, creativity, generosity, love, gratitude, awareness, and a supreme joy. On the other hand, when the Kundalini Shakti flows in a downward direction, it is called Advaita. In such a state, a person may experience anger, hatred, fear, envy, lust, and lethargy.

One of the advantages of practicing yoga is that one can try to stabilize the upward rise of Kundalini Shakti all the time with some efforts. It's important to note that Kundalini Shakti should rise naturally and never through force. Only when the Shakti rises naturally, one feels the exhilaration that is associated with this practice.

Guidelines for Kundalini Practices

According to Sriya Genduji, the founder of the Yoga Institute, the yogic practices used for awakening and maintaining the Kundalini Shakti involve certain aspects like deep breathing, asanas, mantras, kriyas, meditations, and mudras. It also demands a rigorous diet and lifestyle. Such a way of life was possible for yogis who lived in austerity in the forest or in the Himalayas.

It's important to note that forcefully awakening the Kundalini Shakti can lead to serious mental imbalances. The side effects of this abundant, uncontrolled surge of energy may make people unfit to live in society. It's essential to seek guidance from a trained and experienced Guru to avoid any serious consequences. Only an experienced Guru can provide the correct guidance about the techniques, diet and rest required to experience Kundalini Awakening.

Householders and modern day yogis should continue with their regular study of Asana, pranayama and meditation. Slowly, over the years of dedicated practice, one will definitely experience Bliss and joy that lasts for a lifetime, and that is nothing short of an Awakening.

My advice to you is to not venture into working on chakras and energy systems because these are very complicated things to deal with for householders who have no control over their time, practices, and sleep. It's important to live a very organized and systematic life and you will definitely achieve the Bliss of Kundalini when it arises. Take charge of yourself and don't get attracted by big things.

  1. What are the common misconceptions about Kundalini and chakras?

    • One common misconception is that Kundalini and chakras can be awakened through forceful or improper practices, which can lead to serious mental and physical imbalances.

  2. How can Kundalini be awakened safely?

    • Kundalini should be awakened naturally through regular practice of yoga, pranayama and meditation, under the guidance of a trained and experienced guru.

  3. What are the benefits of Kundalini awakening?

    • Benefits of Kundalini awakening include increased enthusiasm, creativity, generosity, love, gratitude, awareness, and a supreme joy.

  4. What are the risks of Kundalini awakening?

    • Risks of Kundalini awakening include mental imbalances such as anger, hatred, fear, envy, lust, and lethargy if the awakening is forced or not properly guided.

  5. What is the best way to practice yoga for Kundalini awakening?

    • The best way to practice yoga for Kundalini awakening is to follow a regular, consistent practice of asanas, pranayama, and meditation, under the guidance of a trained and experienced guru. A rigorous diet and lifestyle may also be necessary for this practice.