Journal
The Basics of Tantra
The brainwaves are rhythmic patterns of neural activity stemming from the central nervous system…
Life force goes by different names in different cultures. Prana, Chi and Ki all mean life force…
Kundalini Power is the highest form of life-force energy. It gives us our creative energy, spiritual gifts and divine feminine energy. This is known also as Shakti. Shakti is the original and fundamental Goddess.
The Yoni is a temple. It holds the pearl of the clitoris with its tent-like hood. You can see it clearly if you gently pull apart the outer labia with the fingers of both hands and draw the hood back. It’s highly sensitive to the touch and needs to be handled with delicate care for the gifts it can bring.
“Tantra is not a religion in the ordinary sense, it has no rituals, no priests, no scriptures. It is an individual approach towards reality.”
As we delve into the topic of planes of existence we can begin to unpack the concept that there is more to us and all of existence than meets the eye. There have been systems of philosophy developed over the millenia that discuss the concept of multiple planes of existence.
Yoga offers a lot of benefits that can tremendously improve your well-being. However, yoga is more about the journey, rather than results. If you’re planning to adopt a fulfilling practice that will teach you kindness, resilience and self-love, then yoga would be an ideal fit. Yoga is also a crucial part of mindfulness, a state of being conscious of the present moment.
The solar plexus, also known as the sun centre and Manipura Chakra, “City of Jewels” in Sanskrit, is the centre of will, action and power.
The sacral chakra is our desire centre. It governs how we connect with others in the tribe, how we dance and flow in sensuality. It’s where our primal and sexual urges gather in intensity. Addictions develop when this centre is out of balance.
In ancient Tantric philosophy, the third eye is the window to inner realms of higher consciousness. It is a symbol of enlightenment. With energetic rather than physical presence, it is believed to reside in the centre of the forehead, between the eyes just above the brows.
Discussion around Tantra is intriguing for a number of reasons. It addresses aspects of life that are not often spoken about or sufficiently addressed. It uncovers all that we are taught to suppress because it deals directly with coming to full acceptance of self and the wider universe whether across.
Every single one of us is born with a sensory system wired for experiencing full feeling and exquisite pleasure.
“The dakini is a messenger of spaciousness and a force of truth, presiding over the funeral of self-deception. Wherever we cling, she cuts; whatever we think we can hide, even from ourselves, she reveals.”
In Tantra, we learn that every individual has a masculine and feminine aspect within them constantly interacting and dancing with one another.
To experience life in a body that is lived to its fullest potential, letting go of tension is a must…
Observations upon relationships between opposites in nature and of consciousness generated the beginnings of Tantric philosophy.
We respond to threats with typically one of three reactions — fight, flight or freeze…
We are free to do as we will, however, our actions and the stories we create with others leave impressions in our wake…
Truth, by definition, is adherence to actual existence, a verified and indisputable fact. It is authenticity and integrity…
Tantra evolved into a spiritual practice to heal, hone and transform the human body and mind in order…
The Triadic Mind consists of Atma, Buddhi and Manas. It is the collective soul consciousness of an individual…
Chakra is the Sanskrit term for wheel and nadi, channel. Applied to the body, nadis are channels that circulate life force.
Tantra Techniques
Love, a universal language that speaks to the depths of the soul. Just as we all possess a unique personality, the expression and reception of love vary in distinctive ways for everyone.
Women’s sexuality has been suppressed, exploited and abused throughout time…
Erogenous zones traverse the whole body and build in particular potency where the nerves gather in closest arrangements across and just under our skin…
Cultivating loving kindness within and without creates a better you and brings in more friendliness, good will and genuineness from others.
The Circular Breath is the continuous cycling of life force throughout the body starting from the jaw, going down the front of the body to the pelvic floor, up the back, over the head to the top palate.
Did you know that some stones have healing properties? They can be used to bring inner peace, comfort, self love and health to your life. You can choose crystals to connect with your feminine or masculine energy, bring balance, restore peace within yourself and many more things. Each crystal has its own unique benefits.
To apply Tantra to the realm of intimacy, there has to be deep respect for and credence in the practice. There should be belief and implicit trust in the lovers with each other. Mental constructs need to collapse momentarily to make way for opening with your lover in full surrender to each other and the divine as it works its magic through you.
Body Armouring is a process that occurs from experiences that prompt the urge within us to block, defend or numb ourselves. This may be due to danger, anxiety, stress and other disturbing feelings and sensations that the experiences bring with them.
With Tantric paths that accept sensuality as an expression of spirituality, the main purpose of the practice is to attain spiritual freedom and enlightenment, using everything we have been given as human beings.
We live in a world where self-awareness is limited as the mind is favoured above all else and the body neglected and abused, often seen as an inconvenience in the striving for survival and success.
At some point in your life, you have gone through an emotionally painful and exhausting phase. It's one of those things you weren't sure you'd get through…
Undergoing trauma from a terrifying event can result in a harsh struggle towards recovery…
A personal practice is really important for staying on track with where you want to be…
Here are some of my favourite Tantric Goddess Rituals to spruce up your love life and heighten libido…
In Yoga, the term Sankalpa is used for a divine intention, solemn vow, one-pointed will or determination. Samskaras are subtle impressions of past thoughts, speech and actions in the psyche…
Bee Breath, Bhramari Pranayama in Yoga, is a form of breathing involving humming during exhalation…
An advanced and authentic Yoga or Tantra practice has qualities of ease and poise, without striving or force…
Abdominal Breath, also known as diaphragmatic breath, is the breath that brings the body back to homeostasis…
Life, Sexuality & Soul
Navigating a long-distance relationship presents its own set of challenges, yet with a proactive approach, it can evolve into a potent and deeply enriching experience with your lover.
By directing your awareness inward, and tuning into your senses, you can uncover a wealth of experiences and insights that often go unnoticed.
Love magnetism is driven by embodying the boundless love within and gracefully channelling it outward, like a divine flow.
Respect in sex is the foundation for cultivating loving, nurturing intimate experiences with lovers…
Hard work does not necessarily equate to success as much as we might hope it would…
The world of virtual reality is now vast and with seemingly infinite potential to keep unfolding like fractals…
There’s a time and a place to yield and forgive. It’s not when someone asks it of you…
Many lose sight of their dreams as the trials of age, disease, responsibility and superficial desires smother them…
In my Tantra sessions with men, I often experience men saying something along the lines of "but I'm usually the giver, can't I give to you?"
Wind can make music of nature and also tear it apart. Mere droplets of water become rivers…
To be in touch with reality in love is crucial if we want to develop a relationship that considers, loves and honours each individual of that relationship…
In this journal entry, we explore soulmates, twin flames and karmic lovers one may experience in their lifetime.
Emotional manipulation by a lover can leave long term consequences with us such as problems with intimacy, trust, respect, insecurity and creating meaningful connections with other people.
There are many ways to consciously relate. How we define it for ourselves in our current relationships is going to vary vastly…
This one lands right on the home front, coming from personal experience. Many women are taught by parents, by society, by religion, to negate their basic primal instincts for the sake of social propriety and appeasing the status quo wherein male privilege still reigns.
It is an illusion to believe freedom for and change within ourselves is not possible…
This is a particularly relevant topic for those who struggle with putting up boundaries for the sake of their own protection and empowerment…
Over the last few decades, pornography has experienced lots of transformations due to the internet's availability. It has also become more addictive than ever before as lots of people (especially millennials) spend time watching porn.
We often hear this word but do we really know what it means? Where sympathy is feeling “for another”, empathy goes beyond that to have us feeling “with another” almost as if we are one and the same…
Women faking orgasms is actually very common. This might be disappointing to hear but it’s better you know it now than going forth in vain whilst being fooled by an orgasm actress who is tricking you to your detriment and hers, little does she realize.
Impotence and premature ejaculation are very common issues in men. There are many reasons why a man might have these issues. In my experience, I’ve discovered some reasons to be the most common, which you’ll see below.
When you want sex, are you in the pursuit of it for your own gain or are you interested in an experience of mutual pleasure with your lover? Are you looking for a safe haven of sexual warmth and comfort but not actually wanting to offer that in return?
Many of us, on some level, have experienced sexual trauma. It’s some horrifying statistic that about 15-20% of children experience sexual abuse across the world.
Stress is accepted as a norm as many of us continually push our limits, despite warning signs…
I grew up being taught that all men want from a woman is sex. I went about doing what I could as a young woman to rebel against that belief.
To achieve success in relationships and happiness in life, you must first start with looking at yourself…
Dakinis are reverently regarded in Tibetan Buddhism and are noted in ancient Indian texts from as far back as the 4th century AD…