In Kundalini Yoga there are many practices which produce the state of union or ecstasy by combining the energies of prana and apana at the base of the spine, and raising the energy up to the pineal gland. This kriya focuses on releasing tension that inhibits the free flow of energy, and raising consciousness through the movement of ojas, a concentrated fluid of life force energy.
Before you begin your practice, tune-in by chanting the mantra Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo
How to chant the mantra Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo
Sit in Easy Pose with your spine straight. Press your palms together in Prayer Pose at the center of the chest, sides of the thumbs pressed against the sternum. With your eyes closed, focus your concentration at the Third Eye Point located between the eyebrows at the root of the nose, about a half inch under the skin. Inhale deeply and as you exhale chant Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo, on one breath. The sound Dev is chanted a minor third higher than the other sounds. If you cannot chant it all on one breath, take a short breath after Ong Namo. Repeat the mantra three times. The meaning of Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo is: I call on the creative infinite consciousness of the universe. I call on the divine wisdom within me.
Prayer Pose
This exercise opens the higher centers. As you breathe deeply, you may feel a tingling at the forehead if your posture and concentration are correct. This is caused by the central nerve, which also activates the pituitary gland. This exercise is also good for improving eyesight and other eye problems.
Posture: Sit in Easy Pose with a straight spine.
Mudra: Place the palms together, pressing the thumbs to the center of the chest. The fingers point straight up. Apply Chin Lock and, without bending the neck, press the eyes down to see the thumbs.
Breath: Begin long deep breathing.
Time
Continue for 6 minutes. With practice, you can gradually build the time to 11 minutes.
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