The Science of Naad Yoga - The yoga of Sound
Naad is the essence of all sound. In Naad yoga, sound is used as a teacher. It is a "quantum" use of sound, because it manipulates the smallest particles of sound and energy, and focuses them to achieve the primary goals of yoga. Balance, energy, vitality and the transformation of energy into fine consciousness. We learn in Naad Yoga, that sound in itself is capable of awakening deep states of mystical consciousness that lead to healing and spiritual transformation. This works, miraculously with a gentle steady sound, not brash and loud.
How do we utilise sound for this purpose? A mantra is a sonic tool that we use for directing sound. We use mantras to work through and cut away at old patterns, like a sculptor chipping away at all that is extraneous in order to reveal the inner self, the true self. When we sing mantras, we use yoga of the tongue. There are 84 meridian points located on the roof of the mouth. The movement of the tongue, during mantras, stimulates these meridian points and therefore stimulates the secretion of neurotransmission fluids.
Repetition, pulse and timing is key to a successful mantra. It is a very good way of meditating, as any distractions of the mind are eroded by the continual sound.
Try a mantra next time you meditate.
Vedic chants - Morning
Tantric chants - Afternoon
Devotional Mantras - Evening - Like Om Namah Shivaya
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