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What’s the difference between Sex and Eros, from a Tantric perspective?

Sexuality, TantraDecember 1, 20222KViews 0Likes 5Comments

Most people confuse Sexuality and Eroticism. Justifiably so, since it’s a subject for which there is little education and not enough understanding. Tantra considers that Sex and Eros are in fact two distinct energies. In this article we will discuss the differences between them and how choosing Eros over Sex is a matter of awareness.…

My lover is not on the spiritual path. What to do?

Spirituality, TantraJune 29, 2022739Views 0Likes 0Comments

Here’s one question that we often get asked by our students: what to do if their lover doesn’t join them in their spiritual path? The answer is very simple: Let Love Rule! Many people who are on the spiritual path come across this issue. This can either be because they already are in a relationship when…

Micro Techniques – Part 1

TantraFebruary 26, 2022629Views 1Like 0Comments

In brief moments of quiet at work or at home, we can practice some of the so-called micro-techniques. These are small practices that can create significant transformations in our inner universe. Many moments of the day go past without us making use of them. Imagine waiting in line at the supermarket, or being on public…

Student of the month: Pierre from Canada

Community, Spirituality, Tantra, YogaDecember 9, 2021686Views 1Like 0Comments

Up until a couple of years ago I use to live a “normal” north American life. I went to university, studied physical therapy, and practiced professionally for two years. After a while, I started feeling like something was missing. So I quit, packed a bag and left for Asia, looking for something, but no idea…

The Mahanirvana Tantra (2/2)

Spirituality, TantraSeptember 25, 20211KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Chapters 5 and 6 In chapters 5 and 6 we learn in great detail various rites and rituals that can be carried out in order to worship Shakti. These are accompanied with many mantras that are to be repeated. Here is an example of one of these mantras; “O Adya Kali, Who abidest in the…

The Mahanirvana Tantra (1/2)

Spirituality, TantraSeptember 24, 20211KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The Mahanirvana Tantra consists of a dialogue between Shiva and his consort Parvati (a manifestation of Shakti that is associated with nurturing and kind qualities). They are atop a mountain and Parvati is asking Shiva about the Yugas (the ages), and which are the best scriptures and practices for each Yuga. She is worried about…