An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. We all say we want to change. Well at least we want things to be different in our lives. We want to be happier and at peace within ourselves. We want more satisfying relationships. We want to be healthier. We want more meaningful work and…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Spiritual practices have traditionally focused on raising energy from lower to higher frequencies and from the lower to the higher chakras. Many spiritual disciplines concentrate only on the upper chakras and totally ignore (or try to ignore) the lower chakras. Some spiritual paths still condemn…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Experiencing unity and wholeness requires the mastery of the five elements or tattvas – earth, water, fire, air and ether. Kundalini Yoga is a science designed to achieve this alignment. Each astrological sign embodies the energy of one of the first 4 elements. The energy…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Food, diet, weight loss, eating disorders, and other addictive substances and behaviors – whatever our specific issue, every day we are all confronted with what to put in our mouths and how the decisions we make affect our well-being. We can use our addictive tendencies…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Activating the Kundalini Each of us in our own way is unique, creative and alive. We are each born with the innate capacity to able to both master and accept our circumstances, and learn from our life challenges. If we tap into our inner powers…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Pranayama, or breathing techniques, is fundamental to Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. Its practice helps us cultivate breath awareness and integrate conscious breathing into our daily life and yogic practice. Powerful breathing patterns significantly enhance the effects of the exercises and meditations. Pranayama oxygenates the entire…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. When to Practice and Other Recommendations We practice Kundalini Yoga in the morning to give us added energy for the day. Ideally we begin our practice before sunrise. We can also practice in the evening before dinner for revitalization after a busy day and receive…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Mantras Mantras are sounds that connect us with different levels of consciousness. SAT NAM is the most basic mantra used in Kundalini Yoga. (pronounced like “but mom”) SAT means the truth. NAM means name, identity, to identify with or to call upon. SAT NAM can…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Our Inner Journey One of the goals of silent meditation is to discover and connect with our inner state of being. Our inner state is complex, has many levels and is ever changing. When we first begin our inner journey, our first encounter is with…
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An Introductory Course, Designed and Written by Guru Rattana, Ph.D. Yogi Bhajan Yogi Bhajan is an endless source of inspiration. Here are a few paraphrased quotes from one of his classes I attended: “We need mental security. Our intuition is our security. If we seek the satisfaction of our ego, our third eye (seat of our…
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