Predominantly, Kundalini rising is a path which starts from the physical. The Hatha Yoga method and all disciplines emanating from it could be considered Kundalini. The process starts from the ground up. However, another path could be considered too. It is the method which starts from the top. The grace from above, through devotion, meditation, prayer, teaching, and service could be allowed to descend through the mind and the heart.
I have tackled mine predominantly through the Hatha Yoga method, although, my cultural roots and upbringing always have leaned towards service, teaching and meditation. I recommend the path which combines both elements. I have experienced the beauty (and yes, there are some not so encouraging sides as well) of both ways and they are my inspiration for writing this programme. The course combines all aspects, from physical strengthening and internal cleansing down to stilling the body through meditation and energy channelling.
While all of you are still building your practice, I have designed a two-part programme which incorporates all the essential requirements for the body to open, the breath to flow and invoke the Kundalini energy. I call this stage Opening to Grace. Memorise the sequences until they become a habit already. One of the tenets of the Kundalini practice is repetition. We practise the same elements over and over again until the mind stops thinking anymore. Only then that the energy shall organically manifest.
Here is the first part of the programme. It starts with Kapalbhati Pranayama or Nadi Shodhana and is followed by a short flowing asana to allow the Shakti energy to flow through the whole body. Practise this programme for 12 weeks, three times a week and definitely, you will start to feel amazing changes to your total wellness and being.
Enjoy our first lesson. Let me know how it goes.
The Kapalbhati Pranayama | Nadi Shodhana
Begin the practice by doing the Kapalbhati pranayama. This is so effective in clearing the breath channels of impurities, thus, the energy could easily flow through the system. You may practice this video tutorial for your learning stage.
Kapalbhati is an advanced breath exercise. It is to be avoided Kapalbhati by those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, vertigo, epilepsy, stroke, hernia or gastric ulcer. It is not recommended during pregnancy. An alternative for beginners is the Nadi Shodhana.
Opening Flow One
After the Kapalbhati, practice to this full sequence. You may finish with centring breath in sitting or a short relaxation in the supine position.