Yoga News 87 - 04/2014

Dossier: Yoga and the Chakras
You hear and read a lot about the chakras. They are also a frequent topic in yoga classes, because of course yoga practice has always involved working with subtle energies. But what exactly do we mean by chakras? What effect do imbalances in these subtle energy centers have, and what can you do about such disturbances? How do you recognize a reputable chakra healer and what happens during a chakra clearing? Our authors explore these and many other exciting questions in this dossier.

The Chakras
An introduction to the chakra theory according to the Indian tradition: the individual energy centers and their meaning. By Stephanie Schönberger and Gabriele Haenseler.

Chakras & Kundalini
The chakras are difficult to put into words and descriptions, although attempts are made to do so. This article gives an idea of ​​their fascinating complexity. By Pandit Vamadeva Shastri (Dr. David Frawley).

Chakra Clearing
Amazing chakra reading, followed by a chakra clearing: treatments from an expert in this field. By Doris Iding.

Chakra healing "to go"?
Expanding your consciousness - recognizing your own limits: critical comments on self-proclaimed chakra healers and the unreflective use of spiritual techniques. By Doris Iding.

Chakra communication in Kundalini Yoga
Satya Singh, direct student of Yogi Bhajan and well-known Kundalini Yoga instructor, talks about chakra communication, the connection between the gross and the subtle, and the connection between chakras and the subtle body. Interview: Julia Johannsen.

The chakras of our planet
Not only humans have a chakra system, systematically arranged energy fields can also be found on our earth: Earth chakras, landscape temples and their meaning. By Peter Dawkins.

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Book recommendations on chakras and subtle energies