In this classic guide to Kundalini Yoga, the enigmatic Eastern teachings of Kundalini are translated into a form accessible to the Western mind. Providing practical exercises, questions and meditations, the reader is guided through the chakras, exploring each level of consciousness in detail. Using clear and comprehensible language, Swami Radha offers thorough explanations and insightful reflections for incorporating the ancient teachings of Kundalini into modern everyday life.
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Her insights are profound and lucid, filled with wisdom on life, love, sex, dreams, poetry, dance, aesthetics, and imagination." -- American Library Association Booklist
Swami Sivananda Radha has intellectually discussed the subject devoting particular attention to character building through ethical discipline. -- B.K.S. Iyengar
This is one of the few books on Kundalini Yoga written by a Westerner that strikes me as being authentic. -- Georg Feuerstein, Yoga Research Center
Swami Sivananda Radha has intellectually discussed the subject devoting particular attention to character building through ethical discipline. -- B.K.S. Iyengar
This is one of the few books on Kundalini Yoga written by a Westerner that strikes me as being authentic. -- Georg Feuerstein, Yoga Research Center
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Kundalini Yoga for the West is regarded as essential reading for the serious spiritual aspirant. One of the most valuable life workbooks you will ever use, Kundalini Yoga for the West contains both exercises to bring more awareness into daily life, as well as inspiring reflections on the nature of mind and spirituality.
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Kundalini Yoga for the West is one of the most practical and comprehensive books on Kundalini that I have come across. Swami Sivananda Radha studied with Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, India in the 50's and was initiated by him into the sacred order of Sanyas. She returned to Canada, studied and practiced Kundalini Yoga for many years, and tirelessly explored the extensive texts of Sir John Woodroffe (Arthur Avalon).
What i liked about this book is that it goes beyond an english translation of ancient texts, it actually gives tools, exercises and practices to explore and expand your mind that are based on Swami Radha's personal experience. It's not just theoretical. I have been through this book many times, and know that it will continue to give me insights for years to come. It's a guide, a map, a companion.
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This book is true to its ancient origins, yet accessible to the sincere Western aspirant. Swami Radha's 'Kundalini for the West,' provides yogic exercises to access the ancient evolutionary cakra system of Kundalini. Kundalini yoga in western culture has grown to mean many things. In 'Kundalini for the West,' Swami Radha provides layers of access to work with each cakra. Each cakra is given its own series of practices: mantra, breath practices, and questions of self-reflection/life reflection, which are used to glean insight into one's inner life. There is no limit to the experiential possibilities offered through the practices detailed in this book.
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This book is about exercises to increase your awareness and perception. Nothing that I was expecting and a lot more. I found it to be very enlightening and inspiring. One word of caution though, this is not a quick read book if you intend on doing the exercises.
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