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Kundalini yoga is an ancient spiritual practice developed thousands of years ago.  Kundalini is a dynamically coordinated system of physical postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, meditation, and mantric chanting. 

One of Kundalini's primary focuses is on achieving a particular result, such as helping a specific organ, body system, gland, or chakra, clearing negative emotions, stabilizing the mind, raising one's consciousness or balancing the energy in the body. In this way, one can awaken to their innate “Kundalini Shakti,” the Sanskrit word for “serpent power” or dormant spiritual potential. The experience of a traditional Kundalini session is genuinely immersive, combining various elements to create balance in the mind, body, and spirit.

I believe that by nurturing the growth and well-being of even one person with empathy and benevolence, we can collectively enrich the human experience and strengthen the health and vitality of the entire community.  This is why I love sharing the knowledge of Kundalini yoga.

I partner with various yoga studios in South Charlotte (NC) and Marco Island (FL).  Check out my Instagram page for upcoming workshops and classes. 

I discovered Kundalini Yoga while completing my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, and it instantly proved to be my life's missing piece (or peace, if you will).  The practice of Kundalini was brilliant at showing me how to combine a direct experience of my body that complimented and enhanced my health and scientific study. Teaching Kundalini yoga has now become my passion.  I jump at any opportunity to share this ancient practice of body movements, breathing techniques, vocalization, and meditation to align the physical and subtle states of the body.   On my daily journey toward self-awareness and self-compassion, my teacher, Guru Singh, greatly inspires me. His extensive knowledge and wisdom have profoundly touched my life and the lives of many worldwide.

Kundalini yoga is an ancient practice with demonstrated effectiveness in addressing various mental health conditions. Beyond the techniques mentioned earlier, it has been utilized as a therapeutic tool for trauma recovery in children, adolescents, and adults, as well as for managing chronic, deep-seated anger. Additionally, Kundalini yoga offers a range of meditation techniques that are not disorder-specific but can enhance overall mental well-being (Khalsa, 2004).

As lifestyle medicine interventions, yoga and meditation are known to reduce stress. Kundalini yoga may play a role in mitigating the effects of stress and inflammation in the body.  Chronic inflammation disrupts normal bodily functions and can lead to various health issues. However, the disciplined practice of yoga, meditation, and other lifestyle medicine approaches has been shown to reduce inflammation. While not exclusive to Kundalini yoga, research from a meditation retreat incorporating yoga, meditation, and kriyas demonstrated significant changes in inflammatory markers (Cahn et al., 2017).

Gut health is often overlooked, despite its profound impact on overall well-being. A significant portion of the cells within our bodies belong to foreign species, such as gut microbiota, which influence much more than just digestion. Research suggests that the gut microbiome plays a role in mental health, while, conversely, mental training can also shape the microbiome. Mindfulness meditation, which affects vagal tone, has been shown to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (Breit et al., 2018; Househam et al., 2017).

While Kundalini yoga is distinct from traditional mindfulness meditation, it shares core principles of breathwork and meditative focus. Although no direct studies have been conducted, it has been suggested that Kundalini yoga may offer similar benefits for microbiome-related conditions like IBS (Shannahoff-Khalsa, n.d.). Additionally, the breath of fire technique, frequently used in Kundalini yoga, may provide a unique and intense stimulation of the abdomen, potentially activating immune cells and further influencing gut health.

Kundalini yoga may also offer benefits for various pulmonary and cardiovascular conditions, potentially influencing the heart’s electromagnetic field. A study examining a 12-week Kundalini yoga program found a statistically significant reduction in hypertension, suggesting that this practice may naturally support cardiovascular health (Wolff et al., 2013).

Shannahoff-Khalsa, D. (n.d.) (2004) An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga Meditation Techniques That Are Specific for the Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders.

Househam, A. M., Christine, ;, Peterson, T., Mills, P. J., & Chopra, D. (2017). The Effects of Stress and Meditation on the Immune System, Human Microbiota, and Epigenetics.

Wolff, M., Sundquist, K., Larsson Lönn, S., & Midlöv, P. (2013). Impact of yoga on blood pressure and quality of life in patients with hypertension – a controlled trial in primary care, matched for systolic blood pressure. BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, 13(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2261-13-111/FIGURES/2

https://sacredtherapies.com/kundalini-yoga-books/