Mula Bandha
Question
Hi,
I'm 22 have been meditating for 4 years now and have been practicing brahmacharya over the past year and i'm very impressed with the results. I can attest here the benefits of brahmachrya are amazing in all spheres of life. It enhances meditation, mental clarity and provides me with incredible strength and endurance at the gym.
I have recently taken up another technique called Mula bandha. This technique seems to provide even more vitality. I use this in conjunction with pranayama breathing techniques. It seems if I practice Mula Bandha alot during the day. It stops all lustful thoughts and sexual desire. Does this technique move all of the sexual energy up into higher chakras hence the vitality boost?
What can I expect in the long run after using this technique?
during my meditation I focus on certain chakra points I perform the mula bandha before and after the meditation. I meditate 3 times a day.
Michael
Answer
1. Mula Bandha or the technique of withdrawing energy from Muladhaara chakra into higher chakras is an effective tool for the aspiring Brahmachari in the transmutation process. However, all yogic activities such as Asana, Bandha, Nâdi Shodhana and Pranayama should be performed in an orderly & coordinated manner. All these are powerful techniques with strong effects and should be used as we make use of medicines - in the right dose and frequency. Excessive and random indulgence will not give the desired benefit, and the activity loses its effect and may prove harmful.
Thrice a day practice of early morning, afternoon at 12.00 & early evening around Sunset are the recommended times. The same can be chosen based on how time permits. The order in which the practice is to be carried out is as follows:
1.Asana 2. Bandha 3. Nâdi Shodhana 4. Pranayama and meditation.
Upon coming out of deep meditation, the yogi should not again indulge in any asana or Bandha for the next few hours but should rest his thoughts on God or perform creative activity.
A yogi is advised to perform Tri-Bandha or the three Bandhas in conjunction. They are: Mula Bandha, Uddiyana Bandha and Jaalandhara Bandha. These three ensure rise of the vital energy from the lower chakras to higher chakras. While Mula Bandha pulls up vital energy from Muladhaara, the other two bandhas take it higher. This is very important in transmutation. You can also perform Shirsasana or head stand while performing Asana. This will give wonderful results.
Will it curb all sexual desires? It takes a long time, effort and divine grace for mans sexual desires to fully get curbed and come under control to the extent of lack of response when stimulated with a sexual object. However Bandhas will aid your journey to that phase.
2. By subjecting oneself to yogic exercises and meditation with correct guidance under a guru, the aspirant makes notable strides in his quest for self-realization, the ultimate aim of yoga.
Finally a quote for the Brahmachari: By the practice of Brahmacharya; longevity, luster, strength, valor, memory, wealth, undying fame, great luck, knowledge and devotion to truth increase! Need we say more?
ॐ तत् सत्
(That Supreme being is the absolute truth)