Is Kundalini a Prana?

Kundalini, in its form as prana-kundalini, is identical to prana ; however, Kundalini also has a manifestations as consciousness and a as a unifying cosmic energy. One could ascribe these same aspects to prana as well so past a certain point these become distinctions without differences.

What’s the difference between kundalini and prana?

Please clarify one more doubt, when a person becomes breathless then does that mean that his prana is flowing in the sushumna(or astral) spine? Thanks for help!

How do you know your Kundalini has been awakened?

You may feel physical symptoms, such as waking up at random hours of the night, sweating, crying, or even literally feeling an intense rush of energy going up your spine.

What is Kundalini Pranayama?

This pranayama is designed to reverse the direction of apana and move it upwards to the level of the solar plexus, while at the same time move prana down, such that they both mix in the stomach region. This mixing then creates the spark which ignites kundalini and causes her to awaken and rise up the shushumna (central psychic channel).

How do I awaken Kundalini?

Instructions for practicing Yoga Technique to Awaken Kundalini: Sit in any comfortable cross legged posture. You can sit on a chair if necessary. Keep your back and spine straight, and chin pulled back and tucked in slightly like a soldier at attention (variation of Jalandhara Bandha or neck lock)

How to deal with kundalini shakti (energy)?

An important aspect of dealing with Kundalini Shakti (energy) is to concentrate your efforts on the purification and strengthening of your systems and nadis (energy channels), and not prematurely use direct methods to awaken Kundalini.

What is the difference between Apana and Prana?

Prana works in the region from the neck down to the diaphragm and is an upward moving force, while apana works form the navel down and is a downward moving force.