Energy Cultivation

The Science of Energy Cultivation

As one progresses along the spiritual path one may have all manner of experiences, be they psychic or be they physical. My own theory is that all experiences of an energetic nature that are experienced on the spiritual path can be defined and described by physics. This means that we must assume that the human being is composed - actually or potentially - of all four states of matter. A human being contains and consists of solids, liquids, gases and plasmas. I am convinced from my own personal experiences that this is the correct interpretation of the phenomena and that it is the right jumping off point for a discussion of the energetic phenomena experienced, as a result of spiritual practices.

So, we have two general questions: What are these energies specifically? How do they operate? In other words, how does physics work within the human psyche? We must look in two directions for answers: 1. To the descriptions of spiritual practitioners, and, 2. To the science of physics. Our goal is to ascertain how physics operates within the province of psychic experience or within the realm of psychology. This is our challenge. I am convinced that we breath in gases that nourish our psychic life. These gases seem to be distinct from the oxygen gases that sustain the physical body and brain. That they are gases is certain. They expand, one feels pressure, as they squirrel within and around the physical form. The pressure can be felt around the solar plexus and the head but these are not the only places. It is always connected with and immediately follows the breath and these pressures are similar to the pressures associated with indigestion, flatulence and belching. The distinction being that these gases seem to nourish the psychic life rather than cause unpleasant physical sensations.

Are the headaches caused by an excess build up of gases, in and around the head? Are the so-called, "aches and pains" that many experience really the result of gases? What other "psychosomatic" phenomena can best be understood as the actions of gases/plasmas? These and many other questions besides can be posed, if and when we interpret the facts correctly. How does all of this relate to understanding energy cultivation and what is the relationship of energy cultivation to Enlightenment?





Energy Cultivation and Spirituality

There are five distinct aspects to energy cultivation. The main value of energy cultivation lies in its relevance to health, vitality and well-being. Having a strong energy that is well-developed, well-rounded and well-balanced is beneficial in all areas of life and in all relationships. When there are energetic knots, clogs, blocks or constrictions there can be difficulty in sustaining Enlightened awareness. Low energy leads to problems in all areas. It is still unclear whether energy cultivation leads to Enlightenment but it is possible that it might. Energy cultivation is based on five basic principles: transformation, absorption, circulation, clearing and utilization. Each principle will be addressed separately.




Energy Transformation

The first step in energy cultivation is transformation of the sexual fluids into gases. This process can be catalyzed by many means but one of the most direct methods is through sounds or mantras. Clearly, this process can be accomplished through movements, postures and martial arts as well. Methods of concentration upon energy centers also are effective. It is likely that most concentrative activities or practices facilitate the transformation of sexual fluids into gases. The approach that I have personally found most effective and immediate is a simple practice that is based on the seven vowel sounds. The sounds that are focused upon are "OU" and then "OH." I have found this combination of sounds to be the most reliable and consistent means of transforming the sexual fluids into gases. As these gases rise upward they seem to follow one of two paths, up the front of the body or up the spine. This brings us to step two or energy absorption.




Energy Absorption

As the gases derived from sexual fluids rise upward, either along the front of the body or up the spine, they precipitate another process of energy absorption. If these gases flow up the front of the body they settle in the solar plexus and in the head. As these energies flow up the spine they settle at a number of points along and outward from the spine. What happens in conjunction with either of these two processes is an inhalation and an absorption of gases that blend with these gases. The sexual gases seem to "seed" various parts of the human psyche and then more gases are absorbed through natural breathing or what I am calling natural pranayama's. These pranayama's result in a natural absorption of gases, without artificial breathing exercises or by unnaturally holding the breath. One understands why Yogi's strive to imbibe these substances, as they are very beneficial to life.




Energy Circulation

As energy is absorbed there is energy circulation. When energy reaches the solar plexus or the head, there seems to be a general circulation of energy that is non-specific and that relates to the psyche, as a whole. As energy goes up the spine it is circulated along the front of the body. There is a definite sensation of energy globules, spheres or bubbles, all along the front of the body. This may be precisely how the "psychic faculties" are grown, developed and opened. The key to psychic development may be contingent upon three factors: 1. Mantras or syllables that stimulate the "energy centers," 2. Sexual gases flowing up the spine, and, 3. Inhalation of gases that nourish and develop the psychic centers. When sexual fluids are transformed into gases and gases are inhaled naturally, the circulation of these substances within the psyche tends to happen naturally.





Energy Clearing

As one experiences the circulation of energies, a general clearing of the energy occurs. The whole range of mental, emotional and physical knots, clogs, blocks or constrictions begin to become unravelled, unknotted and to become undone. Some may equate this process with "ego dissolution" but such an intrepretation may be premature. What is certain is that various psychological energies that are harmful to one's life are expressed, resolved, released or integrated. What are the best methods for the facilitation of this cleansing and healing process? Overall, this purification has a wisdom of its own but what I have found helpful is a correct understanding of the role of magnetic spin/polarity in the hemispheres of the body. The way to heal one's life seems to reside in application of one's left palm to the left hemisphere of one's body and of the right palm to the right hemisphere of the body. This simple practice lessened the intensity of the major energetic knot on the left side of my body.




Energy Utilization

Once energy is accumulated through transformation, absorption and circulation, then freed up through energy clearing, how does one utilize one's energy? First, nourish one's life and complete one's evolutionary development, then transmit energy to others for healing, enlightenment or to help in other ways. Use your power to help humanity in all areas: Food/Water/Air Quality; Infrastructure; Transportation; Energy; Communications; Information Technology; Health/Well-being. Apply your power to the solution of all human problems be they, spiritual, intellectual, political, social, economic, sexual or physical. It is incumbent upon all who possess power to Enlighten others, to Heal them and to help all beings to Evolve ever higher. This is how to utilize your energy, as it builds and grows to its full potential!