Kundalini energy is present in every being, but many fail to explore it. This hidden energy lies within the coiled serpent, which resides at the base of the spine or the muladhara chakra. It is also regarded as the source of pranic energy and consciousness. You can raise this energy and utilize it for your greater benefit, by practicing yoga and allied spiritual practices. When you free this energy, it rises up the seven chakras aligned along the spine to get released from the Crown, resulting in an ultimate state of consciousness. This is what people refer to as Kundalini awakening. 

Now, this awakening happens through a few stages. Let us know what they are, and how you can identify them. 

Stages Of Kundalini Awakening Decoded 

You can raise your kundalini awareness through Kundalini Yoga practice. Once the energy is freed, it travels through the chakras and brings ultimate awareness. When you experience an awakening, you will feel several different kinds of symptoms. But, before we get into that, you must know what the stages are.

• Arambha – This is the first stage of Kundalini awakening, wherein the Guru or teacher uses mantras and chants to set specific vibrational frequencies. These lead to unlocking the granthis. Meditative kriyas and exercises are also utilized to unblock the Root Chakra, where all the energy is stored. When someone is experiencing this practice for the first time, myriad feelings may surface. It is at this stage, when you undergo the feeling of letting go. You may experience physical discomfort as well, in this stage. Some people also have a near-death experience. 

Now in this context, you should have a clear idea about the granthis. There are three main granthis that reside along the Sushumna Nadi – Brahma Granthi, Vishnu Granthi and Rudra Granthi. The first one is the perineal knot, the second is the navel knot, while the third one is the forehead knot. This stage helps in unlocking the Brahma Granthi. 

• Ghata – This is the second stage, when the awakening has already begun. Throughout this stage, you will learn to deal with various issues in your life. Your doubts see clarity and you will experience and learn the root cause of your problems. You may experience tumultuous emotions at this stage, leading to outbursts of emotions. Your Guru or teacher will use visualization techniques with symbolism, to release all the negative matter that arise out of this process. 

Your nadis, more specifically the Sushumna Nadi, will get unblocked. Thus, allowing you to rise beyond your ego and unlocking the Vishnu Knot that blocks the preceding chakras.  You will also start to question your existence at this stage. This is also the stage of letting go. 

• Awakening – The final stage is awakening, where the pineal gland is activated. It helps in dissolving the boundaries between the self and the universe. This is the moment when you will experience pure bliss. And it is at this moment, that the one undergoing the same, will be able to recognize both sides of another human being or situation. 

This is the second-last stage before your awakening takes place. You untie the Rudra Knot at this stage. This prepares you for the final awakening. All sorts of duality will vanish at this stage and you will be able to become one with the universe. 

This is the time when your kundalini Shakti is free to rise, as it has overcome all the obstacles. Your chakras will be cleansed by this time, and your Third Eye will be waiting to be opened. You will be able to understand that something divine is coming. 

This whole process can make you tired and exhausted. There will be many sorts of energy shifts as well. A good Guru or teacher will help you to undergo this process in a controlled manner. However, taking adequate rest is mandatory. 

Kundalini Benefits 

The awakening brings about many different benefits. They are:

• You will have increased awareness, making you more connected to yourself and others as well. This will give you more clarity. 
• Your mental clarity is at a great stage and you will be easily able to focus on issues and offer solutions. 
• Your emotional healing takes place. 
• Your physical health also improves. 
• You also grow spiritually and develop stronger connections with your higher self. 

Conclusion Kundalini energy is a very powerful energy, which needs to be awakened responsibly. You should get it done under the guidance of a good teacher. The safest practices through which you can raise the power within are through meditation and Kundalini Yoga practice.