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Sam Stevens
As we proceed further into the 21st century there is even more of a
feeling that humanity as a whole is hearing "a calling". Most of the
clients in the realm that talk about this describe it as an "awakening" or
experiencing an "enlightenment" or a "need for transformation."
For some this process, a spiritual awakening is a gentle process develops
as a consequence of many years of seeking, and researching practices
having to do with self-development. This is the type of seeker who wants
the spiritual awakening and seeks out the guidance of a teacher or to help
them prepare themselves emotionally and physically for their spiritual
awakening.
However, I have noticed that no matter how trained an individual nobody is
ever ready for what Eastern religions call the awakening of the Kundalini
energy. The sad truth is most spiritual awakenings are quite rude: what
some of us call a "wake up call." True enlightenment is usually preceded
by some kind of life loss or tragedy that kick starts the awakening of
consciousness. A common catalyst is intense physical or emotional
distress. As people confront the limits of their endurance and come face
to face with death or loss, they will often move into altered or
transcendental states of consciousness as they ask God or a higher power
for help. Natural disasters, near-death experiences or life transitions
such as midlife crisis, addiction or separation can be blessings in
disguise that lead to a blossoming of spiritual awareness.
It is thought that practices such as yoga, bioenergetics, polarity work
or breathwork can cause a natural awakening of Kundalini energy. Kundalini
is the Hindu word for the sacred, transformative energy that awakens
consciousness. According to Eastern esoteric literature, this energy is
coiled, like a snake at the base of the spine and when stimulated it
streams or coils up through the body's energy centers (chakras).
The awakening of the kundalini is almost always associated with a
spiritual crisis. Typically the person may feel overwhelmed, bewildered,
disassociated, frightened vulnerable, fragmented, fearful, confused,
disoriented and overcome by too much information. This can be the first
sign that you are about to be blessed with a spiritual awakening, although
many may feel it more like a "curse'.
Some of the symptoms you might experience during a spiritual awakening
are:
Involuntary jerking movements of the body including vibrations, spasm,
shaking and contractions:
As the Kundalini energy moves from the base of the spine and up through
the body, it clears deeply held blockages and while this is happening the
person may experience emotions and memories from injuries and traumas
suffered in the past. The Hindus call this “pranic” movement.
Unusual Breathing or Physical Movements:
Some people find themselves performing hand gestures and body postures
that are unusual but can later be identified as mudras or yoga related
postures. They may also develop an unusual relationship to sound and tones
and want to vocalize these sounds with their breath. These are called
Yogic symptoms.
As the Kundalini moves up through the body, some experience a form of
"spring" cleansing as the strong spiritual energy moves through the body
releases toxins. Headaches, heart pain, stomachaches and nervous disorders
can be part of the kundalini moving up your spine. A very common symptom
is oversensitivity to any kind of sensory input and the desire to be alone
to heal.
Confusion and Emotional Imbalance:
As the Kundalini energy moves up from the spine, people find themselves
possessed by inexplicable mood swings, anxiety, grief, guilt and
depression. On the flip side, they may sometimes experience moments of
sexual promiscuity, unexplained orgasms, lack of sexual desire and states
of disassociation or bliss. Most spiritual awakening challenge the ego to
let go of primal drives and subconscious blocks so that you are more aware
and living in the moment
An Increase in ESP and Intuition:
Dreams of past lives or strange symbols are common during a spiritual
awakening as are unusual visual and auditory sensations include hearing
voices, seeing auras or strange lights. Some may smell scents. Smelling
sandalwood or roses for no apparent reason is common. An out of body
experience or two may also occur where you appear to see yourself from the
ceiling, or feel bigger or smaller than your physical body.
Mystical and Psychic States of Consciousness:
During a spiritual awakening, the psychic abilities are often accelerated
and the person may suddenly develop such talents as precognition,
telepathy, and the ability to see auras or healing abilities.
The awakening of the Kundalini is not a goal but heralds the beginning of
the process called transformation of consciousness. Spiritual emergence
often includes expanded perceptual abilities, increased energy, creative
expression and a devotion to being of service for the greater good of all.
Although a spiritual awakening may be uncomfortable and typically last
from several months to several years, at the end there is a promised land
where the individual develops a serenity and sense of deep peace that they
have never known before.
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About The Author
Sam Steven's metaphysical articles have been published in many
high-standing newspapers and she has published several books. You can meet
Sam Stevens at
http://www.psychicrealm.com where she works as a professional psychic.
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