Energy meditation is rapidly growing in popularity as a means of spiritual growth and self-improvement. Every day, more people find the practice can bring immense improvement to their life. It can provide increased health, greater focused, and abundant vitality. While there are many methods and traditional schools, a few stand out in their prominence and the availability of instruction.
Taoist meditation relies on time tested Chinese principles of energy cultivation. It utilizes traditional Chinese knowledge about energy channels, varieties of energy, and energy manipulation. The main purpose is balancing the energy of a person to align with the natural, fundamental energy of the universe. One of the main practices is the retention, nurturing, and cultivated growth of life force.
Kaballah is originally Jewish, but has long since been adopted by people ranging from extremely devout Hasidic Jews to eclectic pagans. It uses a “Tree of Life” composed of ten signs to simultaneously represent the process of creation and the progression of the soul into increasingly refined states. By following the path, adherents purify their spirit and learns to command the forces of creation within themselves.
Prana yoga is another popular form of energy meditation. This style of yoga is learned in two stages. The first uses breathing techniques to control the flow of life energy. The second stage develops a purely mental control over the vitality of the body and spirit. Both phases also feature the cultivation and nurturing of energetic life force.
Many people overwhelmed by the modern world have turned to the ancient path of shamans to guide their energy practices. By working with various spirits and totems, they learn to transmute the energy within them into a clear and powerful force. Rituals, glyphs, and images are used to further align the adherent’s spirit and will in order to cultivate a vibrant life force.
Do not worry too much about which path is the most authentic or most potent. Individuals will have varying results based on their personality and interests. Select a method of energy development that fits you best.
