In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, it’s easy to lose sight of our own inner truth. Yet, healing ourselves begins with reconnecting to that truth. When we do, we not only heal ourselves but also contribute to the healing of the world. This article explores the journey o...

Kashmir Shaivism is a spiritual tradition that originated in the picturesque valley of Kashmir, India. This school of Śaivism is renowned for its monistic idealistic philosophy, which emphasizes the ultimate reality of consciousness (Cit) and the interconnectedness of all things. Often referred t...

Have you ever wondered why, despite all the mindfulness and self-care, you still feel disconnected from your true power? Emotional stagnation can be the silent culprit that keeps you spinning in place, unable to access the full depth of your inner energy. At Tantra Essence, we’re here to help yo...

“Wakan Tanka, Great Mystery, teach me how to trust my heart, my mind, my intuition, my inner knowing, the senses of my body, the blessings of my spirit. Teach me to trust these things so that I may enter my sacred space and love beyond my fear, and thus walk in balance with the passing of each ...

Stepping onto the spiritual path as a Sannyasin was not a conscious choice but a calling, a mysterious pull that I couldn’t resist, even in my teenage years. At age 4, I was already feeling the stirrings of something greater. Little did I know, that pull would lead me into the presence of one of ...

Kali Maa is the embodiment of time, change, and the raw power of the universe. Unlike the more serene deities, Kali is fierce, unapologetic, and complex, she’s the mother who nurtures, but also the warrior who destroys. To her devotees, Kali is the ultimate symbol of transformation. Kali is the ...

The third eye chakra, or Ajna chakra, is a major energy center within the chakra system, located between the eyebrows, and is the gateway to higher consciousness and spiritual insight. It’s connected to the pineal gland which controls our sleep wake cycles and responds to light and dark. When the...

“The couple (yamala) is consciousness itself, the unifying emission and the stable abode. It is the absolute, the noble cosmic bliss consisting of both Shiva and Shakti. It is the supreme secret of Kula; neither quiescent nor emergent, it is the flowing font of both quiescence and emergence.” -Ab...

Question: “I went back to living with my parents this year, and I feel that my mom’s energy is heavy and draining. I just don’t feel good when I’m around her. How do I know if this is my own energy or I’m absorbing hers? How do I differentiate if she’s toxic, or if this is some trigger that I nee...

There is a text so potent that a single verse could shatter your perception of reality. The Vigyan Bhairav Tantra is a spiritual bliss bomb disguised as an ancient Indian text book. This ancient scripture, featuring a dialogue between God Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is a highly refined transmissio...