Tantra

What is Tantra? My thoughts....

I have dived into the world of 'Tantra' not knowing what I would come across, well actually I thought I would come across a lot of sex talk and kama sutra. Which I did, but also so much more. Like most people this is all I knew and even with my Indian heritage I followed the mass common misrepresentation of Tantra.

Tantra is deeper and more mystical than you could ever imagine. I could not even put it in simple words for you but I will try! Tantra stems back to the mountains beyond India and China rooting in ancient wisdom and practices, that form a philosophy and way of being. Connecting to the wisdom of the fertile earth where all life begins and comes from. Tantra is about life force and the creation energy. It is about how we use this life force to create in our lives but also all things connected to higher consciousness and the path to enlightenment. It is the connection of heaven and earth 'Shakti and Shiva' The divine union of both of these forces to create life and to create the balance in the dance of life.

There are many types of Tantra dependent on the region and with this comes many different ways of practicing its art. I have learned that there are a series of principles to guide you, and I only know around 10 of these principles the others seem to be lost to me but I am diving into the Bhagavad Gita to learn more and deepen my knowledge and understanding in the words handed down to us.

I do not believe that Tantra cannot be taught or should be taught by just anyone and I am not sure it can even be learned! However, I have tried to honour the beautiful philosophy of Tantra and its deep profound teachings by listening and following teachings from mentors and masters who have helped with me with my understanding. And I have come away with some humble knowledge and wisdom that I use mostly for myself (cos it should always start there right?) but I have used some of the wisdom to support and guide my clients in coaching sessions and workshops. Anyway without going on and on.. keep posted on here for more Tantra talk and so much more.

Stay posted if you want to hear more about Tantra. Soma x