Tantra Tantra Energy Work and Kundalini

Question 1

Where is kundalini energy said to reside in its dormant state?

Accepted Answer

Coiled 3.5 times at the base of the spine in Muladhara chakra

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In the heart chakra

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At the crown of the head

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In the solar plexus

Question 2

What are common signs of a kundalini awakening according to Tantric tradition?

Accepted Answer

Spontaneous movements (kriyas), heat along the spine, rushes of energy, altered states, and heightened perception

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Complete stillness and silence only

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Increased appetite and weight gain

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Decreased need for sleep permanently

Question 3

What is 'prana' in the Tantric energy system?

Accepted Answer

The vital life-force energy that animates all living beings and flows through the nadis

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A specific breathing exercise

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The name for the crown chakra

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A type of meditation mantra

Question 4

What are the five 'vayus' (pranic winds) in Tantric anatomy?

Accepted Answer

Prana, Apana, Samana, Udana, Vyana

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Ida, Pingala, Sushumna, Gandhari, Hastijihva

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Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Ether

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Inhale, Exhale, Hold, Release, Circulate

Question 5

What is the Tantric practice of 'bandha' and how does it relate to kundalini energy?

Accepted Answer

Muscular locks that redirect prana upward through Sushumna and support kundalini ascent

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A type of body posture for meditation

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A mantra recitation technique

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A dietary practice for energy cultivation

Question 6

What is Mula Bandha and when is it applied?

Accepted Answer

Contraction of the perineum to seal the root and prevent pranic energy from flowing downward

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Contraction of the throat

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Contraction of the abdominal muscles

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Extension of the spine