Among all the modalities and different versions of yoga, there is one that stands out above the others, for being the most spiritual modalities. This is what happens with Kundalini yoga. This type of yoga is a modality of yoga in which not only the body is worked (on a physical level) but also and most importantly, the spiritual and mental.
This yoga that was taught and is originally from India, came to the West not as long ago as you could imagine. It arrived in 1968, fifty years ago and the one who introduced it was Yogi Bhajan, who died thirteen years ago. He was the one who made known the modality of Kundalini yoga and to whom it is due, to be able to know it and know how to practice it, without having to go to India.
Among the different pillars on which it is based, are raya yoga, kriya yoga, nada yoga and shakti yoga. In this yoga (if the name does not ring a bell) surely if you will sound or you will have seen it, yoga with many candles, surrounded by incense, with music of mantras and songs … All extremely relaxed and in a very spiritual atmosphere. Well, this yoga is called Kundalini.
Kundalini, or to recognize it easier, is the yoga of consciousness and is the yoga that connects with the most intimate part of India (where yoga is really from) to its true origins. This yoga will connect very intimately with the chakras, with all of them. Of this to know them a little and know with which part it connects, we will talk to you now. But it is always important in case this is not your type of yoga indicated, practice with other modalities and see what it is, the one that best suits your needs. Of course, if you try kandalini yoga, you will be trying the oldest yoga. So, to speak, the mother of all other “versions” of yoga.
Instructions
- To start knowing the basics of kundalini yoga, do not panic, because in the end, basically everyone has the same foundations and more or less, but the postures are the same. So don’t panic.
- What, if you should know, is that, in this type of yoga, the basic thing is relaxation (like all), but with this, it is much more spiritual. You try to connect with all the chakras and always, you will have in the class (or where it is practiced) candles, incense sticks (preferably sandalwood) and mantras and chants will be heard.
- The chakras what help relaxations, disconnect, take a controlled breathing at all times, is to open them, balance them and even prevent and even cure some ailments not only physically, but above all and also emotionally.
- It is therefore a combination of breathing, meditation and obviously, the postures that are made.
- All the postures and / or exercises that are performed in this type of yoga, are as it is called in the yogi world, active and also passive.
- With the practice of kundalini, you will learn to connect with yourself. The chakras will open, you will know what they are, and now we tell you what those chakras are and what parts of the body they connect.
- You have to know how many chakras you have, and the answer is, seven. Each chakra is connected with an energy that will depend on whether it is related to health or to the psychic level. All this is obviously linked to breathing and exercises (asanas).
- The chakras, the first, is the Muladahra, is the root chakra. It is the first chakra and is based on the level of self-esteem. The physical area, the body, is based on the spine, the back. It works on a physical level, such as the gut and digestions. Opening this chakra can help to have a better digestion, help with gut problems, digestions, etc. It will also serve to have a better relationship on a family and emotional level. You have to know where this chakra is located, it is in the perineum area. With the earth element it is related. As for the sense, it is smell. And in part, it is also related to the sexual part.
- The second chakra is the one related to sexuality, the so-called Svadhisthana. It is one of the most important. This chakra should be tried to have it at least, well leveled. Because it is a chakra that serves for personal growth, totally essential for good personal growth. As it is related to personal habits. Related to the earth and is very involved in the most internal and intrinsic part of the personality. It tries to eliminate parts such as emotional, physical and mental.
- The third chakra is called Manipura, the one related to the solar plexus. It is related to the energy center, with the sense of coordination and control, along with the will. The physical part is the one that is related to the navel area.
- The fourth chakra is called Anahata. The one that is related to the part of the heart. The physical area is obviously related to the part of the heart. Also in the chest area, i.e., the heart, chest, lungs, thymus, etc. The lymphatic system is regulated.
- The fifth chakra, the so-called Vishudha, related to the part of the throat and to the part of the thyroid and parathyroid.
- The sixth chakra, called Ajna, is related to the third eye. It is located in the area between the eyes. The element in this case is light. It is related to the inner eye, related to intuition and the most spiritual part.
- The seventh chakra, the Sahasrara, is the chakra called the crown. If you have to choose among all the chakras, this, the seventh, is the most spiritual. It is located in the area above the head, at the crown, in the area of the skull. It is related to the energy part (that is why it is also the most spiritual) and to the cosmic part.
- The name of Kundalini yoga, you have to know that it comes from a person. From the one who “invented” it. Its bases were the following: to have the full right to be happy, to be and to be able to do it.
- It is a method that is always combined with its basics, that is, the asanas, the sound of the songs, the breath with the breath (as in all types of yoga), and the meditation that serves to relax the body and mind. In this way, performing these exercises, you can find yourself, get more tranquility, be happier, leave worries, remove stress, eliminate nervousness, etc.
- If you are worried about whether you will be able to do this type of yoga if you have never practiced it, the answer is yes. Obviously, you have to let yourself be advised and advised by a professional in yoga. And do not despair if you cannot perform all the postures because they are not precisely, simple. They are complicated to make. After starting to assess the professional, he will start you in the asanas and in a good breathing. All together to be able to meditate correctly.
- Those who practice this yoga assiduously, comment that they have seen how their personal life and, above all, on a personal and inner level, know each other much better. They are happy, they know each other more and better, they are at peace with themselves and they chase away both fears and uncertainties. In addition, it is very beneficial with insomnia.
- You have to think that performing the most famous postures takes a long time to learn and connect one hundred percent with the body. In fact, it takes years to do so. Therefore, listen to your body, let yourself go, breathe deeply, meditate, relax, disconnect and get to know your own body.
What You Need
- To be able to practice this yoga you do not need great things. The clothes are the ones you think are most convenient, as long as they are comfortable and / or loose. That you a lot of movement and do not bother you. The tights are the most used and most comfortable and a top or a t-shirt.
- A mat.
- Water to hydrate you.
- Incense. The most recurrent is sandalwood. Other of the most beneficial are myrrh incense, lotus, cinnamon, musk, etc.
- Candles. Having the tea candles is more than enough.
- Sanskrit music.
- Non-slip socks.
Councils
If you are a very nervous person, who suffers a lot of stress or even who has many muscle pains caused by stress and nerves (such as contractures), lack of sleep, fatigue, symptoms of reluctance with everything and everyone, etc. Kundalini yoga is one of the most beneficial. After a few sessions, you will begin to feel much better.
In Kundalini yoga, incense as well as meditation, relaxation, candles, etc. It is extremely important. The most used incense are sandalwood, white lotus, musk, myrrh, cinnamon, amber, cedar, rosemary, etc. The most used are usually cinnamon, white lotus, sandalwood and myrrh. But you can use any aroma that leads to relaxation and does not alter the chakras.