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How to Handle an Unexpected Kundalini Awakening

Kundalini energy is some of the most powerful and profound energy your body can contain. I know this because I’ve had a kundalini awakening myself in the beginning of 2023. And yes, it is incredibly intense and can be very scary if you don’t know what you’re dealing with or how to handle a kundalini awakening properly. Here’s what we’re going to cover today: What is a kundalini awakening? Kundalini is a spiritually potent energy that lays dormant in most people. It’s a powerful energy that flows through the chakras of the body, opening up the energy centers and cleaning up the stagnant junk that can accumulate there. When Kundalini awakens it can feel like an intense surge of energy shooting through your body. > see my article “Kundalini Awakening (Everything You Need To Know)” What does a kundalini awakening feel like? Though everyone experiences kundalini a bit differently, there are some universal common symptoms. These include: > see my article “Is a Kundalini Awakening Permanent?” Why and how does kundalini awaken? Why are you having this kundalini awakening? The simple answer is that something triggered the awakening of your kundalini. Well obviously you know that already, but what triggers kundalini you may ask? There are a few ways to think about this. One is that you were simply meant to have your kundalini awakened at this time. It simply could be part of your spiritual journey that was predetermined before your spirit entered into this lifetime. There are also known practices that awaken kundalini energy, though they aren’t usually shared openly by spiritual masters or gurus until they think you are ready to handle it. You may have inadvertently done a meditation or spiritual practice that unlocked this kundalini energy (I say inadvertently, but in the scale of the divine infinite cosmos, this experience was meant to happen whether it was an accident or not). Spiritual clean up What’s the purpose of this kundalini awakening you may ask? In simplest terms its to help clear away the gunk keeping you from spiritually maturing. The energy that pulses through your body in this experience is opening your chakra energy centers in your body. When you surrender to this process and allow the energy to work through you and do what it’s supposed to do, you will be better for it in the end. Kundalini energy gets your spiritual self in tune and awake in your body. It’s the divine part of you waking up and cleaning up the chakras. Bottom up kundalini awakenings Most kundalini awakenings begin from the root chakra at the base of your spine and move up your body. This refers to an awakening process that starts from the base of the spine and progresses upward through the chakras, ultimately reaching the crown chakra at the top of the head. Top down kundalini awakenings Sometimes kundalini energy will begin in other parts of your body. In my case, the energy began in my third eye chakra and moved downwards through my body. Don’t be surprised if this energy begins from any one of your chakras. > see my article “What is a Top Down Spiritual Awakening?” Top down awakenings begin with an activation or opening of the higher chakras, particularly the crown chakra, and then moves downward towards the base of the spine. Some might associate this approach with a more sudden and intense experience, as the powerful energy descends through the chakras. How to handle a kundalini awakening There are 3 keys to getting out of a kundalini awakening in one piece. 1. Surrender, surrender, surrender This is so crucial. The only way out of this experience is by surrendering to it. When you resist the energy you keep the kundalini from doing what it’s meant to do and you will suffer. Resisting the flows of kundalini energy will make the intense experience last longer and keep your chakras closed. When you completely surrender you may end up finding yourself feeling orgasmic bliss. Though some have scary experiences, others that surrender to it actually have a very pleasurable experience as they let the energy flow through them to do its job. The energy is going to go through you whether you want it to or not, so the only logical thing to do is surrender to it. 2. Practice grounding exercises Once the flows of energy calm down you may find yourself hyper aware, anxious, and a bit detached from reality. This is why grounding practices are so important. As the kundalini energy raises your consciousness you’ll need something to keep you attached to reality. Many people have found themselves in psych wards during periods of kundalini energy flows due to loosing touch with reality. The best grounding practices for kundalini awakenings in my opinion are: *warning* do not continue any spiritual exercises that exacerbates your kundalini or that triggered your kundalini to awaken in the first place. 3. Seek help from a mentor Kundalini awakenings can be a truly frightening experience. You may want to seek out a mentor who knows how to handle a situation like this. Their advice will be invaluable. The best places to look for a spiritual mentor are: > see my article “How To Find A Spiritual Mentor” Wrapping up Although kundalini awakenings can be very intense and sometimes scary, it is a natural part of the process of waking up. You’ll be just fine if you surrender and allow the energy to flow through you the way it’s meant to on your journey towards awakening.

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Spiritual Awakening As A Christian? Yes, It’s Possible

If you’re a Christian interested in mysticism, enlightenment, or direct consciousness of God you may be interested to know if it’s possible to achieve spiritual awakening. The concept of spiritual awakening has become increasingly popular in recent years, but what does it mean for Christians? The short answer is yes, Christians can achieve spiritual awakening or spiritual enlightenment as Christianity has a deep tradition of mysticism and direct experience of Christ consciousness. In this article, we will explore the concept of spiritual awakening, the history of spiritual awakening in Christianity and how it can help you grow in your faith. What is Spiritual Awakening? > see my article “What Is A Spiritual Awakening?” Spiritual awakening is a term used to describe a profound shift in consciousness, where an individual becomes directly aware of God. In Christianity an experience of spiritual awakening is often referred to as Christ consciousness. It’s called Christ consciousness because it is the state of mind that mystics believed Jesus Christ was in all of the time. Christ Consciousness is the enlightened state of consciousness that Jesus attained and spread to his followers throughout his life. Jesus had a direct line of consciousness of the divine and was able to facilitate those around him in finding a sense of unity and wholeness with the divine nature of the universe. Spiritual awakening is often accompanied by a sense of inner peace, love, and a deep connection to the universe or God. While the experience of awakening can be different for everyone, here are some common traits that are often associated with spiritual awakening: > see my article “20 Signs Of Spiritual Awakening & How To Know You’re Waking Up” Christian Mysticism One branch of the Christian tradition that focuses on attaining spiritual awakening and Christ consciousness is called Christian mysticism. Christian mysticism is the philosophy practiced by Christians who want to directly experience God. The Mystics believe that God cannot be experienced through the thinking mind or by trying to understand with the mind. Rather Christian mystics believe that God can only be truly known through direct experience or in a real world encounter with the divine. > see my article “The Mystical Traditions Of Every Major World Religion” How Can Spiritual Awakening Help Christians? Many Christians struggle to find a deeper meaning and purpose in their spirituality. There may come a time when you doubt the teachings of your church or religion. Having an awakening of divine experience through Christ consciousness can help you reconnect with the truth. Spiritual awakenings are often incredibly profound and personal experiences. Having a spiritual awakening where you directly encounter divine truth can help restore your faith and live a more spiritually inspired life. Spiritual awakening can help you connect more deeply with God and experience a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment in our lives. Here are some concrete ways that spiritual awakening can help Christians: Conclusion Spiritual awakening is not only possible for Christians, but it could also help you deepen your faith and connection to God. Profound experiences of divine truth have been sought by many Christians since even the time of Jesus. In conclusion, spiritual awakening can be a powerful tool for Christians who are seeking a deeper connection with God and a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment in their lives. By embracing the concept of spiritual awakening and incorporating it into your daily life, you can grow in our faith and experience a greater sense of peace, joy, and love.

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Spiritual Awakening: What Stage Are You In? (Quiz)

Take the free spiritual journey quiz below to find out what stage you’re at. Spiritual awakening is a highly individualized and subjective process. There is no perfect model or method for awakening and most people don’t know where they are or where they could be in their spiritual development. However, there are several distinct stages that most seekers must go through in their spiritual journey. Here are the 6 stages of spiritual awakening: These stages are modeled after the 10 ox herding pictures of Zen Buddhism that represent the stages of awakening. Although everyone’s spiritual journey is different, there is a generally well-documented path toward awakening and enlightenment. The 6 Stages of Awakening Stage 1 – Asleep At this stage you are completely asleep and not even aware that something greater may possibly exist. You’re just living your life as most people do. Those in stage 1 may associate spirituality with religion and dismiss the possibility of divinity outside of a religious ideology. There is nothing inherently wrong with being in this stage, and many people who stay in stage 1 are able to live happy and purposeful lives. This is where everyone begins their journey, unaware of the profound and infinite rewards of the path toward awakening. Stage 2 – Spiritually Curious In stage 2 spiritual curiosity begins. You begin hearing about spiritual awakening and may feel like something is “off” about reality. This leads to greater openness to the possibility of something greater and increased inquisitiveness toward spirituality. People in stage 2 are often intrigued by general philosophy, eastern spiritual teachings, and the nature of reality. You see the possibility of something greater in this stage but are unable to actually know it for certain. People in stage 2 lack the first awakening experience necessary to fuel their desire to go “all in” on the spiritual path. Later in stage 2 you may become very intrigued with the idea of “waking up” and pursue spiritual philosophy more intensely. potential trouble spots Stage 3 – The First Awakening > see also “What Is A Spiritual Awakening” In this stage, you experience awakening for the very first time, although it may only be for a few minutes or even just a couple of seconds. After your first experience with awakening, an internal fire is ignited inside of you. The desire for the spiritual path takes hold as the profound experience of spiritual truth dawns on you for the first time. This stage can come as a great relief for spiritual seekers who have been antsy to see what all the hype was about. After your first glimpse at awakening, you now know that the spiritual path is worth pursuing. This stage begins with an awakening, or profound experience of divine truth, and continues with a deep desire for more spiritual fruits. potential trouble spots Stage 4 – Growth & Plateau Stage 4 is the troubleshooting phase. You may have several sporadic awakenings spread out through this phase, but you don’t entirely know how to access them consistently. This stage is less about a fiery passion that arose in stage 3 and is more about commitment to the spiritual path and steady learning. Many spiritual roadblocks will be encountered and overcome during the growth and plateau phase. Stage 4 is called “Growth & Plateau” because of the series of spiritual plateaus and then growth that accompanies the transcendence of those plateaus. This is one of the longest stages out of the 6. potential trouble spots Stage 5 – Integration As you continue to raise your consciousness you begin to find a deeper sense of sacredness in every aspect of life and reality. As you raise your consciousness higher and experience more spiritual truth, you’ll begin to integrate what you’ve experienced into everyday life. Every moment becomes rich and full of meaning in this stage. This isn’t to say you’ll be free of suffering, but meaning and grace are found even in your suffering and negative experiences. All of your previous awakenings and the spiritual truth you have accumulated in previous stages come together in this stage. This stage is about dissolving the separation between your spiritual self and your regular everyday self. In the integration stage, you begin to live your every day as if it is divine. Spiritual truth permeates your reality and experiences. Throughout this stage there is an ongoing commitment to spiritual growth and self-discovery. potential trouble spots Stage 6 – Transcendence Transcendence is the 6th and final stage of awakening. This stage is about leaving behind the idea of a separate self. In stage 6 you become both simultaneously detached and more deeply connected with the world around you. Stage 6 is a nondual stage, meaning your understanding of reality and of yourself is holistic and complete within the universe. You transcend the identification with a separate human ego and understand directly that you are an inseparable aspect of all that exists. In stage 6 you understand the highest truths of the universe and have direct access to the divinity of the universe. Notable examples of people who were in stage 6 include: Neem Karoli Baba, Ram Dass, Alan Watts, & Eckhart Tolle So What Do I Do next? Congratulations! Now you know what stage of your spiritual journey you’re in. With this knowledge you can see what stage is next for you and what potential trouble spots you may encounter trying to get there. It’s important that you have a baseline for where you’re at and where you’re going. Otherwise, you’re wandering through the spiritual path in the dark. Find a guru If you genuinely want to go all in on this journey towards awakening you may want to find a spiritual mentor. A guru can help guide you on your journey towards awakening. A guru may also be able to expedite or accelerate your spiritual growth, as they’ve done most of the hard work already and can share this with you. > see my

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20 Signs & Symptoms of Spiritual Awakening

Spiritual awakening is a term used to describe a profound shift in consciousness and newly found increase in awareness of your true nature. Spiritual awakenings lead us deeper in connection with the divinity of our universe. An awakening can be an empowering and transformative experience, leading to a greater understanding of life and purpose. But how do you know if you’re getting closer to that sought after divinity? What are the signs of spiritual awakening you should look out for? Today we’re going to explore some of the most common signs of spiritual awakening to help you identify and understand this transformative process. The 2 main types of spiritual awakening There are two schools of thought in the realm of spiritual awakening in eastern traditions. Gradual enlightenment and sudden enlightenment. Awakening can and should be talked about from multiple angles since different religious and cultural traditions define awakening in different ways. In fact, the two schools of thought often go head to head in debate. For that reason we’ll look at both here. Sudden Enlightenment The idea of a sudden enlightenment comes from the Zen tradition in Buddhism. The word used to describe this is Subitism, which means sudden awakening. This is the idea that pops into our mind when we think of awakening. The one moment when the universe blesses us with divine wisdom and we merge with the cosmos and feel oneness with everything! …apparently. This idea of complete enlightenment in one moment is more a fantasy than reality. The truth is that you might have multiple minor awakenings over the course of your spiritual journey. Though they may feel profound at the time, they are most likely temporary. Gradual Awakening Tibetan Buddhism, which is noted as the original Buddhist path, follows the notion of gradual awakening. The original dharmic path involves gradually following a step by step path to gain higher consciousness which could potentially take eons over the course of multiple lifetimes. Gradual enlightenment refers to a process of spiritual growth and awakening that occurs gradually over time through consistent spiritual practice and self-reflection. Both together The reality is that both are true in their own way. Gradual and sudden awakening happen simultaneously. You should commit yourself to a slow growth process in your spiritual journey, reflecting and practicing everyday. However, if you’re serious about the spiritual path you will have moments of sudden awakening. These enlightening moments are profound bursts of insight, awareness, or wisdom. It is not a book knowledge you learn, rather it is a profound experience that appears in your awareness. Although these moments of awakening don’t last forever, they leave you one step closer to the divine. Multiple sudden awakenings are a key part of the gradual path and it’s important to reflect on and integrate awakening experiences into your life after a profound enlightenment. > discover what stage of awakening you’re in with our “Spiritual Awakening Quiz” The signs of spiritual awakening 1. You’ve had an awakening experience before If you’ve had an awakening experience in the past, this is a great sign that you’re beginning to wake up. The truth is that the awakening process includes a cycle between waking up and falling asleep again. Some days you might feel your consciousness expanding and others you feel miserable and cut off from the universe. The good news is, if you’ve ever had an awakening before you’ll likely have another in the future. The path to waking up will include many peaks, valleys, and awakenings along the way. 2. Disconnection from materialistic values and social norms During spiritual awakening, an individual may question their previous beliefs about success, happiness, and material wealth and begin to see these as less important in the larger scheme of things. You may have a growing detachment from the beliefs and values that have been imposed by society and shift towards a more inward and subjective understanding of reality. 3. You have increased intuition As you awaken, you may experience an increased sense of intuition. This can take the form of vivid dreams, inner guidance, or a heightened sense of knowing. This inner guidance comes from a growing connection with your true nature. The closer you get to your divine nature, the more its force will guide you. You begin to trust and follow your gut more, listening to the subtle messages you receive from your mind and body. This intuition can provide us with valuable insights and guidance as we navigate life, helping us to make decisions with added clarity and confidence. 4. You notice your perspective shifting Spiritual awakening often leads to a shift in perspective, causing us to see the world in a different light. This shift can lead to a greater appreciation for life’s simple pleasures, a deeper understanding of our own thoughts and emotions, and a greater sense of gratitude and joy. During the process of waking up, your perspective will change many times. Things you once took for granted become peculiar and things you once found important may seem unimportant to you later in your journey. As your awareness grows you may start to see the bigger picture, fitting observations and ideas into a bigger more divine paradigm like puzzle pieces fit into an infinite puzzle. 5. Dissociation from your body This one may sound strange, but you may start to disassociate from your body as your sense of self grows. As you awaken you may start to realize that reality isn’t quite as it seems. One major awakening you can have during your spiritual journey is that you are not your body. It’s possible to disidentify with your human form and identify with the greater divinity of the universe. As you draw closer to awakening and this mergence with the universe, you may start to feel dissociated from your body. You may also start to feel like you are observing a body or observing this human you call “yourself” or “me”. 6. You feel more at peace

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