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Invincible Living: The Power of Yoga, The Energy of Breath, and Other Tools for a Radiant Life
From acclaimed yoga teacher Guru Jagat comes a wildly cool, practical, and beautifully illustrated guide to applying the simple and super-effective technology of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation to everyday life, upgrading your "operating system" inside and out.
With Invincible Living, Guru Jagat shares a radical way of understanding yoga—not just as something to do in practice, but as a broader principle for living. Candid, encouraging, and irreverent, Guru Jagat shows how Kundalini Yoga—which forgoes complex poses for energy-boosting, breath-driven exercises, quick meditations, and simple poses most of which you can do at your desk—can reset your life and well-being, regardless of your age or background.
Designed explicitly for everyday people, not ashram-going or gym-bodied yogis, fast, effective Kundalini techniques can be done anywhere, from the car to the conference room. There’s no need to have a bendy back or toned arms. You don’t even need a mat: just a quiet space to clear your head, and as little as a minute out of your day.
From beauty and self-care to work and relationships, Invincible Living tackles both the mind—from mood elevation and stress reduction to renewed mental clarity—and the body—from anti-aging, and increased metabolism to amped up energy. Packed with tips, exercises, and step-by-step instructions and fully photographed and illustrated in Guru Jagat’s fresh, handmade-meets-hipster style, Invincible Living is fresh take on ancient wisdom: a must-have guide for anyone who wants simple, effective, tools for a supercharged life as taught by a uniquely compelling teacher who upends all preconceptions about yoga.
Invincible Living includes 100 color photographs and illustrations.
With Invincible Living, Guru Jagat shares a radical way of understanding yoga—not just as something to do in practice, but as a broader principle for living. Candid, encouraging, and irreverent, Guru Jagat shows how Kundalini Yoga—which forgoes complex poses for energy-boosting, breath-driven exercises, quick meditations, and simple poses most of which you can do at your desk—can reset your life and well-being, regardless of your age or background.
Designed explicitly for everyday people, not ashram-going or gym-bodied yogis, fast, effective Kundalini techniques can be done anywhere, from the car to the conference room. There’s no need to have a bendy back or toned arms. You don’t even need a mat: just a quiet space to clear your head, and as little as a minute out of your day.
From beauty and self-care to work and relationships, Invincible Living tackles both the mind—from mood elevation and stress reduction to renewed mental clarity—and the body—from anti-aging, and increased metabolism to amped up energy. Packed with tips, exercises, and step-by-step instructions and fully photographed and illustrated in Guru Jagat’s fresh, handmade-meets-hipster style, Invincible Living is fresh take on ancient wisdom: a must-have guide for anyone who wants simple, effective, tools for a supercharged life as taught by a uniquely compelling teacher who upends all preconceptions about yoga.
Invincible Living includes 100 color photographs and illustrations.
272 pages, Hardcover
Published January 10, 2017
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Guru Jagat
4 books22 followersGuru Jagat is the youngest senior Kundalini Yoga teacher in the world and the face of the new Kundalini movement. She is the founder of RA MA Institute for Applied Yogic Science and Technology, a premiere Yogic institute with locations in Venice, California and Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Guru Jagat’s other entrepreneurial pursuits include RA MA TV, the “Netflix” of Kundalini Yoga, and her record label RA MA Records. Her first book, Invincible Living, will be published in January 2017 by HarperElixir, an imprint of HarperCollins. She lives in Los Angeles.
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December 26, 2016
This is my first experience with Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. Kundalini Yoga is designed to raise complete body awareness. There’s a lot of attention on the spine, the navel and breathing. There’s no need to get into complicated positions and most of the exercises are fairly quick. The meditations are mostly breathing with silent mantras. Even practicing just a few minutes a day is said to bring you much benefit.
I did receive benefit from one I tried. When I was reading this book, we were having a particularly warm October and while it was cooling off at night, the house was still quite warm at bedtime. To cool the body, breathe only through the left nostril, which will help you sleep. I did feel cooler breathing that way. There’s another one I want to try for sleep but I was just too tired to remember all the steps and the mantra. It just doesn’t work well with the light on reading the instructions from the e-reader! And it said you should sit with your spine straight and to continue until you fall asleep. I’m pretty sure I won’t be able to fall asleep sitting up and when I fall over onto the bed, I’m pretty sure that will wake me up!
I’ve been doing the Cat-Cow Pose that they recommend because I know how important it is to keep the spine flexible. I’ve always heard that yoga moves should be done slowly but this one says that the more quickly you move, the more anti-aging benefits you receive. I can’t say that I enjoyed doing this quickly. Maybe it’s something that you need to get used to doing.
The book does seem to be geared to people who have a bit more yoga experience than I do, though it’s advertised for anyone at any age. It mentions several times “vibrating the mantra at the brow point” with no explanation as to what that meant. I looked it up online and apparently repeating mantras creates an energy vibration. One pose said “inhale, pull root lock, exhale and relax”. It completely lost me there.
If you do try this book, I would recommend the print edition as it’s not easy going back and forth in an e-reader looking up the different yoga and meditations that you want to try. I also couldn’t read the photos with writing.
There’s quite a bit in here that has intrigued me so I’ll be dipping into this book again and try to work through some of my confusion with the instructions. I think it’s the type of book that you learn more from over time.
This book was given to me by the publisher through Edelweiss in return for an honest review.
I did receive benefit from one I tried. When I was reading this book, we were having a particularly warm October and while it was cooling off at night, the house was still quite warm at bedtime. To cool the body, breathe only through the left nostril, which will help you sleep. I did feel cooler breathing that way. There’s another one I want to try for sleep but I was just too tired to remember all the steps and the mantra. It just doesn’t work well with the light on reading the instructions from the e-reader! And it said you should sit with your spine straight and to continue until you fall asleep. I’m pretty sure I won’t be able to fall asleep sitting up and when I fall over onto the bed, I’m pretty sure that will wake me up!
I’ve been doing the Cat-Cow Pose that they recommend because I know how important it is to keep the spine flexible. I’ve always heard that yoga moves should be done slowly but this one says that the more quickly you move, the more anti-aging benefits you receive. I can’t say that I enjoyed doing this quickly. Maybe it’s something that you need to get used to doing.
The book does seem to be geared to people who have a bit more yoga experience than I do, though it’s advertised for anyone at any age. It mentions several times “vibrating the mantra at the brow point” with no explanation as to what that meant. I looked it up online and apparently repeating mantras creates an energy vibration. One pose said “inhale, pull root lock, exhale and relax”. It completely lost me there.
If you do try this book, I would recommend the print edition as it’s not easy going back and forth in an e-reader looking up the different yoga and meditations that you want to try. I also couldn’t read the photos with writing.
There’s quite a bit in here that has intrigued me so I’ll be dipping into this book again and try to work through some of my confusion with the instructions. I think it’s the type of book that you learn more from over time.
This book was given to me by the publisher through Edelweiss in return for an honest review.
September 20, 2018
I read this mainly for the meditation sets and must say, that I am quite conflicted in rating this book. I vacillated between "wow" to "this is complete bullshit" while reading this. There were so many times in the beginning of the book where I was just screaming in my head "My god, not without consulting a doctor first." There are some interesting sections to this book, but mainly I will use this as a companion to my Kundalini meditation books to mark specific sets as ones I want to try.
September 15, 2018
I want to preface this review with a few facts: first, I was employed in the spa and wellness business for years; second, books on wellness and yoga are among my favorites; and third, I'm well versed in New Age believes and practices.
I could not handle this book. I stopped on page 154 because I found myself becoming very frustrated with what Guru Jagat was offering in this book. Despite throwing around the words "Kundalini yoga" on nearly every page, she never actually explains anything about what it is or its origins. Aside from that, a lot of the writing feels excessive and empty; she says a lot but it means next to nothing.
The main reason I cannot recommend this book is that Guru Jagat makes a plethora of outlandish statements, and never backs them out. For the sake of brevity, I'll choose just one:
"I've worked a lot with burn survivors. The ones who didn't mentally and emotionally identify with the blistering of the skin healed faster and more completely. There was a study done proving this, and I can personally attest to its accuracy. Essentially, the people who had massive burn experiences but didn't go into "burn consciousness" minimized the whelping and damage to their skin."
One of my family members was severely burned years ago (and has thankfully recovered fully). I can attest that maintaining a positive outlook is important in the face of a medical crisis like that, but it's not nearly enough. And that study she mentions, she doesn't provide any real references to it. At the very least, there could have been a link in the footnotes.
There's also the yogurt douching and putting ghee in your eyes. (No, I'm not kidding.)
There are so many other wellness and yoga books on the market. Skip this one and grab any of those others.
I'll leave you with one of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Hair maintains the body's electromagnetic field and acts as an antenna for the aura (think Avatar movie)."
I could not handle this book. I stopped on page 154 because I found myself becoming very frustrated with what Guru Jagat was offering in this book. Despite throwing around the words "Kundalini yoga" on nearly every page, she never actually explains anything about what it is or its origins. Aside from that, a lot of the writing feels excessive and empty; she says a lot but it means next to nothing.
The main reason I cannot recommend this book is that Guru Jagat makes a plethora of outlandish statements, and never backs them out. For the sake of brevity, I'll choose just one:
"I've worked a lot with burn survivors. The ones who didn't mentally and emotionally identify with the blistering of the skin healed faster and more completely. There was a study done proving this, and I can personally attest to its accuracy. Essentially, the people who had massive burn experiences but didn't go into "burn consciousness" minimized the whelping and damage to their skin."
One of my family members was severely burned years ago (and has thankfully recovered fully). I can attest that maintaining a positive outlook is important in the face of a medical crisis like that, but it's not nearly enough. And that study she mentions, she doesn't provide any real references to it. At the very least, there could have been a link in the footnotes.
There's also the yogurt douching and putting ghee in your eyes. (No, I'm not kidding.)
There are so many other wellness and yoga books on the market. Skip this one and grab any of those others.
I'll leave you with one of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Hair maintains the body's electromagnetic field and acts as an antenna for the aura (think Avatar movie)."
July 11, 2023
Couldn't finish. I have been a student of Kundalini and understand it is based on ancient teachings and involves many theories. Devotees can get caught up in promises. I practiced Kundalini because of how good the kriya, prana, mantra and meditations made me feel, and took all the promises with a grain of salt.
For the portion of this book I could handle, I needed an entire salt shaker. Guru Jagat doesn't back anything up. It's written as though because she says something, it's fact. Some of the advice is bizarre, such as suck on your own tongue until it produces sweet nectar that will heal your organs after drinking it down.
The deal breaker was researching her background. Guru Jagat was a conspiracy theorist and used her platform to discuss QAnon type alternative "truths." That may not bother many readers, but this book was already lacking credibility, and her behaviors in other areas of her life confirms this book is of no value to me.
For the portion of this book I could handle, I needed an entire salt shaker. Guru Jagat doesn't back anything up. It's written as though because she says something, it's fact. Some of the advice is bizarre, such as suck on your own tongue until it produces sweet nectar that will heal your organs after drinking it down.
The deal breaker was researching her background. Guru Jagat was a conspiracy theorist and used her platform to discuss QAnon type alternative "truths." That may not bother many readers, but this book was already lacking credibility, and her behaviors in other areas of her life confirms this book is of no value to me.
February 24, 2017
Not something I would normally read, but I had seen a reference online and was intrigued. Apart from the recommendation to use sandalwood oil and yogurt as part of my skincare (from which I have benefitted) this book really didn't work for me. Like too many books of this genre, it is obsessively written for the 20 and 30 somethings. It professes to speak to anti-aging but has made no real effort to bring in anything resembling an authentic lived experience of aging. As such, I found it somewhat self-absorbed and self-congratulatory.
June 19, 2019
This is less a book and more a collection of meditations. Meditations that you are going to come back and do again and again and again. The introduction to each section is a lesson on the meditations and chants you will learn and participate in inside each chapter. This is a powerful audio experience.
October 5, 2021
As a Kundalini Yoga practitioner since a Year and a Half ago, and after Guru Jagat's suddenly passed, I think this book is essential for the legacy of her teachings. I feel very grateful that I could have this book as a guide of tools for my everyday life. It's funny, because I read it and I can perfectly imagine her voice! She has a very un unique way of sharing this practice, making an ancient technology available for everyone by sharing examples about this practice connecting them with the everyday life. I recommend this book as a great guide to support your practice and to live, as our Lady of Victory wanted: An Invincible Living.
June 30, 2017
I liked this a lot - way more substance than similar glossy yoga books and also just pretty to look through. It's all based on kundalini yoga (which I'm not super up on) and there were lots of stuff about yoga (asana) but also relationships, food, meditation and lots more. Slightly too dogmatic for me, but I'll definitely be returning to it.
March 28, 2020
The Bible of all yoga books. Guru Jagat is one of the most powerful spiritual teachers of our time and this book is a reflection of that. It gives you the practical tools that you need in every sense to live in a balanced, stress free, energised life.
dumped
November 10, 2024To be honest, i was so excited to read this book since it was the only one available from my library app - Breath of Fire (so far, as of right now there is still one episode left to air) immediately drew me in, i could really identify with this woman, and this movement, and though i knew there was clearly a list of reasons why this was being covered by Vanity Fair and HBO, i thought that maybe there was something redeeming about her over the man who started the group.
I couldn't finish this book. It follows classic recruitment tactics, similar to scientology, where you start small - you feel bad because you're tired, and if you're tired so are your organs and brain, so your aura is off. Pretty simple stuff, lots of breathing exercises, easy poses, and decent sized nuggets of wisdom that reflect my own decade of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Unfortunately it does rather quickly slide you into "connecting with your partner's third eye" by looking at that space on their forehead and sending your intentions their way instead of speaking, to do yogurt douches (via the original MALE creator of the group) and that you cannot "nag" your partner if you are female. To also point out here, that you have a male and a female partner even in same sex or non gendered relationships. The more feminine is to be more refined, and to "set the emotional bar" for the relationship, and the men's section of the book is almost entirely devoted to sexual (mis)information.
What completely got me, and what is the most dangerous, is the section about essentially re-triggering yourself on a regular basis, and to TAKE THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE PERSON WHO TRAUMATIZED YOU. This is framed in almost a cookie cutter fashion, to speak about rape and abuse. To shift gears and tell you that Bhuddists believe that every moment is sacred, and then to shift back, and encourage you to not only sit with your trauma but to grant it GRATITUDE. No. Just, no.
This is where you can clearly see that this is trying to justify things that the group did before guru Jagat, and after. This is a clear set of situations that are designed, not to empower someone looking for spiritual guidance, but to create a toxic cycle of retraumatizing and "healing" that person just enough to help them out of the triggered state, rinse and repeat.
Please try yoga and meditation, they are highly encouraged in theraputic circles - those traditional yoga classes in a normal setting are so relaxing and it just feels nice. Or if that's not your speed, try something else. But please don't try this.
I couldn't finish this book. It follows classic recruitment tactics, similar to scientology, where you start small - you feel bad because you're tired, and if you're tired so are your organs and brain, so your aura is off. Pretty simple stuff, lots of breathing exercises, easy poses, and decent sized nuggets of wisdom that reflect my own decade of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Unfortunately it does rather quickly slide you into "connecting with your partner's third eye" by looking at that space on their forehead and sending your intentions their way instead of speaking, to do yogurt douches (via the original MALE creator of the group) and that you cannot "nag" your partner if you are female. To also point out here, that you have a male and a female partner even in same sex or non gendered relationships. The more feminine is to be more refined, and to "set the emotional bar" for the relationship, and the men's section of the book is almost entirely devoted to sexual (mis)information.
What completely got me, and what is the most dangerous, is the section about essentially re-triggering yourself on a regular basis, and to TAKE THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE PERSON WHO TRAUMATIZED YOU. This is framed in almost a cookie cutter fashion, to speak about rape and abuse. To shift gears and tell you that Bhuddists believe that every moment is sacred, and then to shift back, and encourage you to not only sit with your trauma but to grant it GRATITUDE. No. Just, no.
This is where you can clearly see that this is trying to justify things that the group did before guru Jagat, and after. This is a clear set of situations that are designed, not to empower someone looking for spiritual guidance, but to create a toxic cycle of retraumatizing and "healing" that person just enough to help them out of the triggered state, rinse and repeat.
Please try yoga and meditation, they are highly encouraged in theraputic circles - those traditional yoga classes in a normal setting are so relaxing and it just feels nice. Or if that's not your speed, try something else. But please don't try this.
April 6, 2021
4 stars
You need to know that I am a fan of Kundalini Yoga, and that I have been on a yoga lifestyle reading jag.
Invincible Living: The Power of Yoga, The Energy of Breath, and Other Tools for a Radiant Life is an amazing book. While I do not think that you have to be a Kundalini Yoga practitioner to appreciate this book, you may need to do a bit of background reading to understand locks.
Also the reader needs to have an open mind about yoga to appreciate this book. This is not your typical gym yoga class that strips away the realms of yoga beyond the physical (asana). Kundalini Yoga emphasizes a deep connection to the spiritual realm. This should not be problematic for those who are religious, as there is no worship of idols or other gods in the mix.
A point of contention for the science-based folks may be that Kundalini Yoga is presented as a "science." And I am skeptical as well.
While I might opt to meditate and chant for healthy kidneys, I would not opt for meditation and/or chanting as a alternative treatment to dialysis.
Guru Jagat has written a lovely and useful Kundalini "bible" for the modern Kundalini Yogi.
You need to know that I am a fan of Kundalini Yoga, and that I have been on a yoga lifestyle reading jag.
Invincible Living: The Power of Yoga, The Energy of Breath, and Other Tools for a Radiant Life is an amazing book. While I do not think that you have to be a Kundalini Yoga practitioner to appreciate this book, you may need to do a bit of background reading to understand locks.
Also the reader needs to have an open mind about yoga to appreciate this book. This is not your typical gym yoga class that strips away the realms of yoga beyond the physical (asana). Kundalini Yoga emphasizes a deep connection to the spiritual realm. This should not be problematic for those who are religious, as there is no worship of idols or other gods in the mix.
A point of contention for the science-based folks may be that Kundalini Yoga is presented as a "science." And I am skeptical as well.
While I might opt to meditate and chant for healthy kidneys, I would not opt for meditation and/or chanting as a alternative treatment to dialysis.
Guru Jagat has written a lovely and useful Kundalini "bible" for the modern Kundalini Yogi.
January 18, 2018
Not sure who this book was intended for. If it was for those familiar with kundalini yoga than there wasn’t a whole lot of actual information. Just a lot of fluffy talk.
If it was intended for beginners then it’s weird that the author never actually stated what kundalini yoga is.
I found this book pretty boring. Not a lot of new or useful information. And it seemed like most of the practices/tools in the book were all the same.
Plus I lost faith in the author early on in the book when she suggested women try yogurt douches!!
If it was intended for beginners then it’s weird that the author never actually stated what kundalini yoga is.
I found this book pretty boring. Not a lot of new or useful information. And it seemed like most of the practices/tools in the book were all the same.
Plus I lost faith in the author early on in the book when she suggested women try yogurt douches!!
March 25, 2021
If Guru Jagat had only focused on the traditional yogic theory rather than trying to weave in "science" this could have been a good book. But unfortunately the book is filled with pseudo scientific explanations of concepts that in my opinion need no explanation at all. Because of the incorrectness of these pseudo scientific explanations I find it hard to believe anything else Guru Jagat states in this book. Which is a shame because I have no doubts Kundalini Yoga works.
March 1, 2022
Not only do I not recommend this book, mine went I to the recycling bin. My 8 year old saw me and was shocked because we highly value books in our home but this was a bunch of nonsense. This book suggests that it is presenting scientific facts but offers no explanation, evidence or sources. I love yoga and was excited to learn about a type that I have no experience with but was highly disappointed.
May 22, 2017
How the heck can a book be about a subject, yet never really and clearly define the subject it is written about?!? This one manages just fine. This was my main reason for setting it aside and moving on.
Before deciding this book wasn't what I was looking for (despite it coming highly recommended), I poured over page after page where the author sang the praises of Kundalini Yoga, but I never really learned exactly what Kundalini Yoga IS. (OK, yes, you've stressed repetedly that this wonderful exercise/lifestyle/whatever "is for everyone," but what IS it? You need to be more straightforward here. I don't like having to read between the lines - or resort to Google for a reference - when I'm trying to learn about something new.)
What I wanted was this: A book about the theory of Yoga. I've been doing standard Yoga regularly for about 5 months, and I'm good at it. I've got the ideal build and natural flexibility for this type of exercise. Since starting this journey, I've become stronger and more toned. That goes without saying. But I've also noticed I feel healthier in other ways. Like, mentally/psychologically. I can manage stress better. I feel more balanced. I have more energy. Plus, while I'm doing Yoga, I get into this Zone I can't easily define. Almost like a natural buzz. I've done other types of exercise, from biking to aerobics to Tae Kwon Do, and never got this buzz. I want to read about why this is so. And how I can use that (and improve upon it) for continuing to improve my own well-being. So...Genuine theory.
What I got instead... In addition to being left in a perpetual state of "what is this really about?": The author's writing style is very "chatty" and casual. Actually, reminded me a lot of Silver RavenWolf, a new age author I liked when I was in my late teens/early 20s. Maybe a dash of SARK in there too. There were A LOT of soft-focus photos of the author and her posse hanging out/smiling/meditating in various pretty locales (which struck me as more than a little vain). Plus there were quite a bit of trippy exercises I'd never be able to do without feeling silly and/or self-conscious. And some health and beauty tips that weren't really practical...and maybe not that healthy. Like eating only green foods, for example. Visually, it was a very pretty book. But content-wise, it was a little too hocus-pocus and fluffy for me.
This book was not terrible. I'm sure there are those who will adore it. It just wasn't what I wanted.
Before deciding this book wasn't what I was looking for (despite it coming highly recommended), I poured over page after page where the author sang the praises of Kundalini Yoga, but I never really learned exactly what Kundalini Yoga IS. (OK, yes, you've stressed repetedly that this wonderful exercise/lifestyle/whatever "is for everyone," but what IS it? You need to be more straightforward here. I don't like having to read between the lines - or resort to Google for a reference - when I'm trying to learn about something new.)
What I wanted was this: A book about the theory of Yoga. I've been doing standard Yoga regularly for about 5 months, and I'm good at it. I've got the ideal build and natural flexibility for this type of exercise. Since starting this journey, I've become stronger and more toned. That goes without saying. But I've also noticed I feel healthier in other ways. Like, mentally/psychologically. I can manage stress better. I feel more balanced. I have more energy. Plus, while I'm doing Yoga, I get into this Zone I can't easily define. Almost like a natural buzz. I've done other types of exercise, from biking to aerobics to Tae Kwon Do, and never got this buzz. I want to read about why this is so. And how I can use that (and improve upon it) for continuing to improve my own well-being. So...Genuine theory.
What I got instead... In addition to being left in a perpetual state of "what is this really about?": The author's writing style is very "chatty" and casual. Actually, reminded me a lot of Silver RavenWolf, a new age author I liked when I was in my late teens/early 20s. Maybe a dash of SARK in there too. There were A LOT of soft-focus photos of the author and her posse hanging out/smiling/meditating in various pretty locales (which struck me as more than a little vain). Plus there were quite a bit of trippy exercises I'd never be able to do without feeling silly and/or self-conscious. And some health and beauty tips that weren't really practical...and maybe not that healthy. Like eating only green foods, for example. Visually, it was a very pretty book. But content-wise, it was a little too hocus-pocus and fluffy for me.
This book was not terrible. I'm sure there are those who will adore it. It just wasn't what I wanted.
January 16, 2019
I read this last year and it didn't resonate with me at that time. Reread again recently since my focus of study this year is enlightenment/conscious living. Loved it this time! Could be because I've listened to hours of Guru Jagat and her partner John Wineland on youtube and it made a bit more sense to build and expand on the information I'm soaking in right now. But I've also started a daily personal practice and tried several of the kriyas (listen to me talk all kundalini-like) in the book, and have felt a big difference. I have more energy but feel more calm and peaceful at the same time. And I've noticed I'm naturally breathing more deeply, all the time, without even thinking about it. That alone......worth every second spent in the book. The layout is perfect. The pictures are beautiful. The instructions are clear. It's excellent if you're interested in a basic guide to kundalini that is more than just the yoga and meditation.
May 5, 2019
I purchased this book a long time ago and only pulled it off the shelf to read now. I think sometimes we wait until we're ready for some things. I loved a lot of the energy behind this book and the practices she shares. Sometimes the writing was a little weird or frustrating; if something had some grammatical errors it would trip me up for a moment, but I believe the author simply cared more about saying what she wanted exactly how she wanted than she did about perfect grammar.
I have been chanting some of the mantras and do believe there is a power in Kundalini that can help a lot of people. I look forward to continuing the practice.
I have been chanting some of the mantras and do believe there is a power in Kundalini that can help a lot of people. I look forward to continuing the practice.
June 17, 2020
I can not say it enough....pick up this book and read it! I have gifted it to many of my friends and coworkers as well. The simplicity of caring for yourself and loving yourself starts with this book. Mind, body and soul. It's a beautiful read, thought provoking. I smiled a lot while reading it, the words just touched me and rang so true. Also take a listen to Guru Jagat's podcast, Reality Riffing. Her guests are pioneers and just all around lovely, think out of box humans. thank you to Guru Jagat for writing this book. It really touched me deeply and helped me make some positive changes to the way I view myself. Thank you.
December 1, 2019
This is a beautiful and well-put-together book. That said, I didn't connect with her teacher, found her tone a bit condescending at time towards things she wasn't a fan of (her "New Age" derision is quite obvious). We can't all connect with all things - or even all aspects of a system. As a serious yogini, I follow the practices that resonate with me, and I feel like she thinks only the ones she follows are worthy. Despite the book being immensely informative and lovely to look at, I just couldn't connect with the teacher, which left the book with a lot to be desired IMO
June 3, 2017
Enjoyed this book and found it full of practical advice and ways to incorporate yoga practice into busy lives. That said, would have really liked a glossary to define terms (am still not exactly sure what kundalini yoga is) and an index in order to reference the different exercises. Still have mixed feelings about the book - certainly thought provoking but am not sure about the enlightenment part.
December 31, 2024
I watched a documentary on the author. It pointed her in a light of conspiracy but I was curious to know more. Some critics say kundalini is bullshit. A hodgepodge of sacred practices cherry picked from other religions. I don’t buy the fraud version of this statement. If a practice brings you closer to your peace, then do it. All religions are combinations of other practices. Let us embrace what makes us enlightened on our own spiritual path.
August 3, 2018
I am intrigued by Kundalini yoga and found a lot of great asana and meditations listed in this book. Guru Jagat is not a great writer, however, and I wish the tone had been a little more calm/serious (she used the word 'literally' a few too many times). But still worth reading if you are into or looking to get into Kundalini yoga!
March 18, 2017
A beautiful book. A must read. For Yogis & wanna be yogis......I have been wanting to do yoga for some time and this explains alot & clarifies the beautiful path to opening your mind & body to the experience. Thank u to the author for publishing this beautiful book.....
June 2, 2017
This will be a book I return to again and again as I practice and learn the kundalini poses.
The wisdom contained in the pages was a lovely reminder of what I knew in my heart and what I need more of in my life x
The wisdom contained in the pages was a lovely reminder of what I knew in my heart and what I need more of in my life x
May 8, 2017
Some incredible nuggets that needed some more organization and editing
May 28, 2017
More like 3.5 stars. I don't buy every detail of the book (I'm a stickler for well-cited sources) but overall there is tons of useful information here and the book itself is beautiful.
October 7, 2017
Guru Jagat is a Revolutionary.
I loved everything about this book, and highly recommend it. More later.
I loved everything about this book, and highly recommend it. More later.
March 18, 2018
Beautifully written, illustrated, breaks Kundalini down into manageable bites, explaining the science behind the practices. Good read for beginners.
November 6, 2018
So much information in this book!
August 15, 2019
Awesome
Love this woman!!
Love this woman!!
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