Understanding Spirituality

    The Manipura Chakra is next upwards to the Swadhisthana Chakra .   It’s derived from “Mani” (Jewel) and “Pura”(Palace) meaning a palace where the jewel of consciousness is established. It is located midway (third) in the Kundalini ascension path of six chakras (seventh being the destination).   This chakra is associated with the manifestation of self-confidence, Self-esteem, Physical & Mental well-being, Balance, and Stability. This is the place from where the body gets all the energy through the digestive process. Issues related to all-around prosperity, achievements in the outer world, rage, confidence to face challenges, are governed by this chakra. It's related to conscious desires and drives for self-actualization.   This is the seat of Lord Vishnu who nourishes and sustains the creation. It’s also the original place for all the ten Pranas (five main Prana and five Sub-Prana)   Mastering this chakra leads to attaining certain Siddhis: absence of fear o

    Swadhisthan Chakra The Swadhisthan Chakra is next upwards from Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra). It’s derived from “Swa” (self) and “Adhisthana”( abode) meaning a place where the self is established or at home. In fact , this is the natural location for the Kundalini. The process of  spiritual awakening    reaches next stage here. But for humans, it is the second chakra in the sequence of  seven chakras  culminating into Sahasrara Chakra. This chakra is associated with the manifestation of desires, and passion of our life. The issues related to pleasures in life, libido, intimacy, warmth in relations, vitality, enthusiasm are governed by this chakra. It's related to unconscious desires mainly for sex and parenthood and our social needs. Mastering this chakra leads to attaining certain Siddhis: absence of fear of water, ability to walk on water, ability to taste any desired thing by himself/others.   Details of Swadhisthan Chakra :   Beej (seed) Mantra:          VAM

  Muladhara Chakra The Kundalini lies dormant at the base of the spine in Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra). The process of spiritual awakening begins here. This is the last chakra of evolution for other animal life forms. But for humans, it is the first chakra in the sequence of seven chakras culminating into Sahasrara Chakra. This chakra is associated with all that is fundamental to our life. The issue of physiological security are governed by this chakra. Issues related to securities of nourishment, job/ occupation, finance, health, and shelter belong to this chakra.   Details of Muladhara Chakra  :   Beej (seed) Mantra:                LAM Color:                                              Red Location:      Perineum, Between anus and base of sex organs Lotus Petals:                               Four God/Goddess:                            Dakini Element:                                       Earth Planet:                                            Saturn

The Spiritual Awakening is a gradual process of blossoming of your spiritual nature. It culminates with the realization of spirit (Soul) as the true Self. The spiritual awakening process is associated with the awakening of the Kundalini Shakti. The Kundalini is not a physical entity. It's described as a metaphysical serpent with three and a half coils. It lies dormant at Muladhara Chakra. The word is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Kunda' which means a hollow cavity.  Without exceptions, the process begins with the awakening of the Kundalini Power at Muladhara chakra. The process continues with the upward movement of kundalini through the six chakras. The culmination takes place with the Kundalini reaching the seventh chakra, Sahasrara. The process may get triggered by several factors. Life-changing events like severe trauma, terminal illness, emotional upheavals, near-death experiences... are usually associated with spontaneous spiritual awakenings. Several drugs, medicat