December 20, 2024
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Category: Retreats and Gatherings
Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) – Source of Personal Power
The Solar Plexus Chakra, or Manipura, is located in the upper abdomen and represents personal power and self-confidence.
Hindu texts describe it as the centre of willpower and assertiveness. In Kabbalah, it correlates with the seat of the soul.
When balanced, it instils a sense of purpose and confidence, empowering individuals to pursue their goals fearlessly.
Mantra: “I am strong, I am confident, I am worthy of all successes.”
Root Chakra (Muladhara) – Foundation of Stability
The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is the foundation of our being, representing security and stability. Located at the base of the spine, it grounds us to the Earth’s energy.
In Hindu texts, it’s associated with survival instincts and primal energy. Similarly, in Kabbalah, it corresponds to the foundation of life.
When balanced, it fosters feelings of safety and connection to the physical world.
Mantra: “I am rooted, I am secure, I am grounded.”
Trikuti Kriya
Before we begin:-🙏
Trikuti Kriya, a profound meditation practice taught by Yogi Bhajan, activates the “third eye” point between the eyebrows, enhancing intuition and insight.
To begin, sit comfortably with a straight spine, either in a cross-legged position or on a chair with feet flat to floor. Back on hands rest on your knees in –Gyan Mudra (Seal of Knowledge) (3HO Website)
How: Touch the tip of the index (first) finger and the tip of thumb together. The other three fingers are straight.
Effect of Mudra:- Stimulates knowledge, wisdom, receptivity, and calmness.
Gyan Munda represents the Planet: Jupiter; expansion. (3HO Website)
Meditation :- Close your eyes and focus your gaze at the point between the eyebrows.
Inhale deeply through the nose, hold the breath in, and mentally chant the mantra “Wahe Guru” three times. Visualise a radiant light at the “third eye” point, expanding with each repetition of the mantra. Exhale deeply through the nose.
Continue this pattern for 11-31 minutes, maintaining a steady rhythm and deep focus.
To End:- Inhale then exhale 2 -3 times keep your eyes closed and return to the natural rhythm of the breath. Let your hands sit comfortably in your lap.
Observe yourself inner Self and feel the energy glow within you 🙏
Relax for 2-5min then sit up, rub the palms of the hands together & chant a long Saaaaat Nam 🙏
Precautions : – if you are pregnant or have hypertension you may practice by holing a slight pause in between breaths (no retention of breath)
Trikuti Kriya heightens awareness, sharpens intuition, and opens the mind to higher realms of consciousness.
With regular practice, it cultivates inner clarity and spiritual insight, guiding practitioners on a path of self-discovery and enlightenment.
Kirtan Kriya
Before you begin🙏
Begin every Kundalini Yoga and Meditation practice by chanting the mantra: ONGNAMO, GURU DEV NAMO. “Tuning in” assists you to align yourself with the frequency of the Infinite Self and quiet your mind. This mantra is “God’s telephone number.” Chanting ONG NAMO opens your heart and connects you with the Subtle Body of Yogi Bhajan and the “Golden Chain” of the past Masters of Kundalini Yoga.
Chant it three times to cover your past, present, and future.
Position: Sit in easy pose. Press your palms firmly against each other in front of your chest. The sides of your thumbs press on the center of the sternum, which activates your “Mind Nerve,” calming your mind. Tips of the fingers are pointing up. The forearms are parallel to the floor. Close your eyes and focus at the Third Eye Point. Inhale and exhale a few times before starting. To begin, inhale deeply and chant on one breath: ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO. Repeat two more times. Inhale and exhale. Relax.
Mantra: ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO
When you chant this mantra, ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO, let it vibrate in your being: “I call upon the Infinite Creator who created me. I call upon the Divine Giver of wisdom.”
ONG means the Infinite Creative Energy in manifestation.
NAMO means reverent greetings; to call upon.
GURU is the giver of wisdom. GURU is the technology which takes one from darkness (GU) to light (RU).
DEV means divine or transparent.
NAMO means reverent greetings; to call upon.
End your practice by chanting one long Sat and a short Nam… Saaaat Naaam 🙏 this seals your practice 💚
The meditation:- Kirtan Kriya, a profound meditation practice taught by Yogi Bhajan, involves chanting the mantra “Sa Ta Na Ma” while performing specific hand movements.
To begin, sit comfortably with a straight spine, either in a cross-legged position or on a chair.
Mudra: Place the hands in Gyan Mudra (thumb touching index finger) resting on the knees. Close your eyes and mentally focus on the mantra: “Sa” (truth), “Ta” (life), “Na” (death), and “Ma” (rebirth). With each repetition of the mantra, touch the thumb to the corresponding finger: “Sa” (index finger), “Ta” (middle finger), “Na” (ring finger), and “Ma” (little finger). (Then start again at the thumb & index finger etc)
Visualisation :
visualise the sound flowing in through the top of your head and out the middle of your forehead in an L shape.
Chant audibly for 2 minutes, whisper for 2 minutes, silently repeat for 4 minutes, whisper for 2 minutes, and chant audibly for 2 minutes. Continue for a total of 11-31 minutes. The video below will assist your practice.
Maintain a gentle rhythm and focus on the sound vibrations and hand movements.
To end: take a deep breath in & hold.. raise the arms above the head and shake them vigorously .. exhale.. repeat two more times..then relax 💚
Benefits:- Kirtan Kriya improves cognitive function, reduces stress, and enhances mental clarity.
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Ten Kundalini Yoga Kriyas
1. **Sat Kriya:**
Sat Kriya is a powerful practice involving rhythmic chanting of “Sat Nam” while simultaneously moving the body. It activates the Kundalini energy, strengthens the nervous system, and balances the chakras.
2. **Kirtan Kriya:**
Kirtan Kriya involves chanting the mantra “Sa Ta Na Ma” while performing specific hand movements. This meditation improves cognitive function, reduces stress, and enhances mental clarity.
3. **Agni Sara Kriya:**
Agni Sara Kriya is a technique for cleansing the digestive system and stimulating the fire element in the body. It involves rhythmic contractions of the abdomen to massage the internal organs and improve digestion.
4. **Nabhi Kriya:**
Nabhi Kriya focuses on the navel centre to balance the solar plexus chakra. It involves dynamic movements and breathwork to increase vitality, confidence, and willpower.
5. **Surya Kriya:**
Surya Kriya is a sequence of dynamic postures and breathwork designed to activate the solar energy in the body. It boosts metabolism, strengthens the immune system, and enhances overall vitality.
6. **Trikuti Kriya:**
Trikuti Kriya involves focusing on the “third eye” point between the eyebrows to enhance intuition and insight. It includes visualization, breath control, and mantra repetition to awaken higher consciousness.
7. **Kriya for Elevation:**
This kriya combines breathwork, movement, and chanting to elevate the spirit and expand awareness. It helps release negative emotions, uplift mood, and connect with a higher state of consciousness.
8. **Meditation for Emotional Balance:**
This kriya utilizes specific breathing techniques and mantra repetition to regulate emotions and promote emotional stability. It cultivates inner peace, resilience, and equanimity.
9. **Kriya for Stress Relief:**
This kriya incorporates gentle movements, deep relaxation, and meditation to alleviate stress and tension in the body and mind. It induces a state of calmness, clarity, and relaxation.
10. **Kriya for Inner Strength:**
This kriya focuses on building inner strength, courage, and resilience through a series of postures, breathwork, and affirmations. It empowers individuals to overcome challenges and obstacles with confidence and grace.
Each Kundalini Yoga kriya offers unique benefits for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, providing practitioners with tools for self-transformation and personal growth.