How do you feel the energy that ancient Mystics called Kundalini, what is it and is it really there?
Kundalini: Why do we need to know more about this energy in our being, what is it that activates our body, and where does this energy go when we move on from the body? How do you feel the energy that ancient Mystics called Kundalini, what is it and is it really there? The video below at least gives us some intellectual understanding of the same. Probably a good ten minutes to look at something interesting today. Enjoy.
In this video I sing a few verses from the lovely GURU GITA. The Guru Gita (Song of the Guru) is a Hindu scripture that is said to have been authored by the sage, Vyasa. The text is believed to be part of the larger Skanda Purana.
In any endeavour, a teacher, a master or a mentor is essential. Those who have practical knowledge of a subject, who have have experimented scientifically (through actually doing the practices and seeing how it works), gained mastery over their area or subject and then are available to share that, are indeed a blessing. If you want to learn to repair a car, you could read a book; but in order to become a great mechanic, you need a master mechanic to teach you over time. Similarly on the spiritual path, a master who has travelled the journey, understands the inner world, can teach and guide. Of course the journey is yours, but a Master brings it alive, challenges you and shows you the guidepost. In our Indian tradition we have called it GURU – a movement from darkness, to light.
Guru Gita with Guitar
That has been my experience of having a spiritual master. An outer master, who could actually connect one with ones deep Inner Self, or ones own Inner Master; a divine blessing in indeed. In this video I sing a few verses from the lovely GURU GITA. The Guru Gita (Song of the Guru) is a Hindu scripture that is said to have been authored by the sage, Vyasa. The text is believed to be part of the larger Skanda Purana. There are several versions of the Guru Gita, varying from around 100 to over 400 verses.
To me this morning’s experience, brought the significance of the present moment to the fore, one more time.
This morning I woke up with a mind filled with thoughts, darting in each direction. Of course I ensured I was not involved with them, but still, I could see them move around in my head. As I sat for meditation, it became difficult to centre the mind onto anything, either the breath, the mantra or any technique. Suddenly I decided, let me just look at the NOW, the present moment. As my eyes were shut, I decided to listen to each sound around me, whatever they were. The morning birds, the gushing of wind, the starting of a scooter, people walking outside my door. I embraced everything that came up and slowly before I knew it, I was immersed in a deep joyful silent depth, almost loosing where I was. Just as I tasted that timeless depth, I would come out and be back in the present moment. Present moment to Timeless Depth to Present Moment to Timeless Depth. And at the end of my session I realised, my mind, was completely still and my heart was pregnant with bliss.
To me this morning’s experience, brought the significance of the present moment to the fore, and how we could tap into the current moment repeatedly. A state in which the potential of everything exists and at the same time which holds some kind of nectarean nothingness. The video today explores 8 ways we can enter the present moment. I hope you enjoy it and can practice some of it during this month. Wish you well.
The lockdown has changed all of us, as we look at a shift in our priorities, what matters to us, our relationships, work, life and deep transformation.
As the heavy lockdown reduces its restrictions in Mumbai, I stepped out for an evening walk. As usual I was stunned by the beauty of this city, the sky, the roadside, the gentle opening up of things and the coming alive of spirit in every corner. The extreme, frenetic pace of Mumbai, seemed calmer, refreshed and happier. People even seemed to be walking slower. Not sure how long this will last, but still, it was refreshing to see, feel and touch earth.
The lockdown has changed all of us, as we look at a shift in our priorities, what matters to us, our relationships, work, life and deep transformation. I hope you enjoy some of the photographs from this evenings walk.
Dennis Taraporewala 