What Is Kundalini?

Part of my Kundalini Awakening guide · Teachings by Guru Sanju

Kundalini: The Ever-Present Source of Universal Energy

We are human beings. But when we speak of the universe, Kundalini is the ever-present source of energy. It is behind all movements, all actions, all dynamics. Every pulse, every wave, every stirring force—Kundalini is that energy. It is flowing eternally.

Observe the nature around you: the unfurling of a flower, the passing of wind, the vibration of silence, and the invisible presence of energy itself. All of these are manifestations of this energy.

When you experience the Kundalini energy as a human being, you will find it is connected to every movement, every function. From the grossest level to the subtlest inner stirrings within you—it is all governed by Kundalini.

Understanding Kundalini Through Your Own Life Force

To understand Kundalini, you must first understand how your own life force functions: the intake of breath, the exhalation, the interaction of the five elements within you, and how these elements function together to form the unit called a human being.

You cannot experience Kundalini outside yourself. It is not something separate from you. The very energy you feel—the very life you experience—is that same universal energy functioning within you. It is the reason you are here.

Kundalini is not something new. The origin of this energy is as ancient as the movement of time itself. Since the beginning—whether it be the simplest microbe or the most evolved organism, such as human beings—all are expressions of this same primal energy.

The Living Expression of Kundalini

All forms are simply different manifestations of that beginning. Whether it’s the sounds animals make or the languages humans speak, all expressions—verbal or nonverbal—are channels of this living energy.

I am presenting to you here a profound and entirely new dimension of truth. This energy, Kundalini, is existing everywhere. The only difference is that people are unaware of this energy and its true essence. Yet, it is the truth of your very existence.

To know Kundalini, you must also understand its counterpart: consciousness. Consciousness is one elemental aspect of the universe, and Kundalini is another—the fifth element. Consciousness is deeply explored in another teaching, but here I focus on what this energy represents and how it operates in your human evolution.

The Root of Kundalini in Human Form

Kundalini is a condensed source of infinite universal energy. Though it is everywhere, in the human system it lies concentrated at the root of the spine. In Indian scriptures, this center is known as the Muladhara Chakra; in English, it is referred to as the root chakra.

It lies dormant in most individuals and supplies the vital energy necessary for all fundamental functions of life on Earth—expressed in countless ways. This is the shared human experience.

There are different stages and expressions of Kundalini among individuals. In most, it remains dormant. When it is dormant, it supports only the basic human functions: sleeping, eating, drinking, reproduction, eliminating toxins, and seeking physical pleasures. These are the standard survival and pleasure mechanisms of the Homo sapiens species.

In some people, Kundalini is moving—not fully awakened, but alive enough to sustain a slightly elevated awareness. This allows for existence without major inner disruption.

In a few, the energy moves in a drastic and dynamic manner. This is what is referred to as Kundalini awakening. I have explained this awakening process in detail elsewhere, and you may refer to those teachings to understand the full scope. Those who go through this awakening often face intense challenges within their body.

The Call to Discover Your True Self

When you begin to question why everything is happening within you—when you seek to discover the truth behind your experience—that’s when the journey inward begins. You begin to move beyond your conditioned mental reality and explore the deeper nature of existence.

Sometimes, when medical science cannot explain the cause of your disease or inner suffering, it is likely that Kundalini has begun to awaken within you. This can be the beginning of your liberation—from all limited patterns and conditioned expressions of your human life.

Kundalini is a vast and deep topic. It cannot be understood only through the lens of Kundalini Yoga. That is only one small part. Kundalini is functioning within every individual, every moment, 24/7—from the moment you take birth until you leave this body.

Your Body is the Vessel of Merging

Kundalini not only gives form to your human body, it also ultimately dissolves that form—merging you with the universe. The energy within you becomes one with the energy of the cosmos.

If you truly want to understand and experience Kundalini, the best way is to meditate in high-energy places—natural locations where the energy of the Earth and sky is most potent.

In such places, surrounded only by the sounds of nature—like the flowing of water—you can begin to attune to the inner sound of the universe. This primordial vibration is known as Nada, and when experienced internally, it leads you to the sacred sound of OM. OM is not just a chant—it is the sound of your soul, resonating with the vastness of all that is.

You Are the Balance of Matter and Consciousness

As a human being, you are the balance of both consciousness and matter. Kundalini is the life force that merges these two. Your human form is designed to merge with this universal force, allowing body, mind, and soul to unite as one.

At the highest point of evolution, Kundalini merges your human system with the universal Kundalini. This understanding I offer you not from a single dimension, but through three-dimensional awareness:

1. The Planetary Perspective – All prana and planetary energies that exist in nature and the universe are vital to living organisms.
2. The Individual Experience – How Kundalini conditions and moves within you, uniquely and precisely.
3. The Universal Truth – Kundalini cannot be understood through information or logic. It can only be experienced.

The Path Ahead: From Ignorance to Experience

If you do not yet understand Kundalini, it simply means you are still in ignorance—and that is okay. There is no technique, no intellectual inquiry, that can replace the direct experience of this energy.

If you feel called to know this truth, you can connect with me personally. You may ask your questions or simply allow me to transmit this energy to you, during a session. You will experience it yourself in the present moment—not as theory, but as a living force.

Let this energy strike at the center of your heart. Let it free you from the bondages of mind, the limitations of body, and allow you to merge with the One energy—the only direction that truly matters.

This is the divine calling. This is the purpose of your birth.

Thank you. You are welcome to reach out for one-on-one coaching and ask whatever questions arise in your heart. The journey has already begun. Stay tuned.

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