Tantric Yoga Exalts the Physical Self

Tantric Yoga Exalts the Physical Self

Tantric Yoga highlights the exaltation of the physical being more than anything else.

Tantra is known to be the concept that arises from a kind of total commitment to oneself, which is the basis of Tantra. Supporters of this style of Yoga are called Tantrics. These people not only worship the physical state, but also go to any degree to please the body to achieve heightened self-acutalization, and sometimes to achieve occult powers.

As of this time, it is not widely practiced and used in India, and it has survived only in some parts of India in the middle of jungles and in the hills of the Himalayas.

However, there is much debate about its origin and source. Some research shows that the Pre-Aryans are the originators, while others transcribe it to the norms of the early indiginous people. It is known to have risen at the same time Buddhism was flourishing. Because of this, some Buddhists adopted and incorporated and some of the Tantric signs and symbols.

Later on, Tantric practices grew to form a faction or guild. Like the Vedas, Tantras are composed of collections of poems and verses that speak of the elaborate methods on the righteous and proper forms of worship and adoration. The various positions of love-making and sex itself outline a significant principle of this tantrism.

Often, some people perceive these verses as obscure and mystical, and as being specially addressed to the "Sadhakas", persons who perform or do tantric acts in a unique fashion. These Sadhakas live a very simple life. The practice of Yoga is like prayer for them. They usually meditate in solitude in secluded places in the countryside far, far away from the hustle of society. Their robes and begging bowls distinguish them, and they often also sell medicine, shells, charms and herbs.

This may be the gentle side of the Tantric practioner's nature. On the other side, there linger viscious outrages and self-inflicted austerity.

To acquire Sidhi, the practice of Kundalini, or serpent's power is employed. To awaken the serpent within, one must practice and perform a certain type of Yoga or mediation, helping the the serpent to arise gradually. With consistent practice, the serpent uncoils and awakens, which in return, liberates a vast form of energy. As the process continues, the skin is becomes hot and sweaty until a stinging sensation is achieved or experienced. Once this is attained, this awakened, liberated energy is said to be so powerful, that it may destroy the person if not controlled.

As it rises and reaches its limit or peak, one feels absolute pleasure. And once this is attained, the practitioner has achieved the level a Sage or Sadhu. Tantrism is also said to involve techniques of acquiring supernatural powers.

This practice is said to incorporate the belief that, in order to gain deliverance, one must do everything one desires, even though it is immoral or prohibited.

It is also believed that some tantric yoga exercises aid and improve general and sexual health. With healthy reproductive organs, one can improve overall well-being and enhance sexual activities. An analogy is made to the the respiratory system, which needs air to function.

There are various exercises, both physical and spiritual, which help in integrating the body, mind and spirit into one. These different exercises are recommend to start each day and to be repeated again before going to bed.

These exercises stimulate the physiological functions of the body and, therefore, revitalize the whole well-being the Tantric Yogi..