Tantra-Log

Explore the Anahata chakra in this enlightening episode of Tantra Log. The Anahata chakra, the wellspring of compassion, located at the heart's center, where the thymus gland and karmendrias - our arms and hands - meet the jnanendriya, our skin, in a dance of delicate touch.I'm sharing Anahata's role in emotional alchemy, turning grief into joy and longing into divine love. Uncover the profound interconnectedness of our heart's resonance with the universe and learn to live with an unstruck, b...

Much like a gem or precious stone, our manipura (third) chakra requires the transformative power of the element of fire to be able to uplift and change the lower feelings and emotions (sometimes traumas) that have been collected and awakened in our lower energy centers. Once you allow the fire to (metaphorically) burn and purify you, you’re ready to live with a balanced sense of will power and open yourself to take the leap to a heart centered existence.

“Emotions are like wild horses” wrote a novelist I like to read, and there’s no better description when we’re talking about the second chakra. Ruled by the element of water it has a special connection with the moon. It also governs our creativity and dream world. Join me for the second part of this fascinating wheel of life as we journey through the chakra system.

Take a deeper look at the center of our emotions, the manager of our masks and defense mechanisms. The second chakra is our own personal built in copycat tool, which is why bringing awareness to its functioning and specific characteristics is a huge part of finding balance in it and living a happy and successful existence. Part 1.

Art is another modern bridge to ancient wisdomOne of my favorite novels in my early 20s was Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins. It is the colorful story of a king searching for immortality. On his quest, he finds out that out of all the sophisticated matters in life, beetroots are a prime ingredient of an immortality ritual. Odd as it may sound, from a yogic filter, beetroots as super-earthy veggies are a go-to if you want to strengthen the manager of earth vibes in our energetic system, n...

Journey through the 7 chakra system. Learn about the physiology, anatomy, origins, significance and the power of mind to heal the body. Dijan brings ancient wisdom with a modern twist for women who thrive.

An important part of a yogic lifestyle is retreating. Whether it’s a guided healing retreat, mindfulness, retreats in nature that will deepen your connection within yourself, taking at least a day to disconnect outwardly can replenish you inwardly.

Nourishing our containers, purifying body and mind, and reaching enlightened states.How the right kinds of foods can support us to enrich our practice. Our bodies are master lands of signs and messages for us. When we learn to read this environment, we are more freely able to dip deeper into the depths of the yogic lifestyle and play with our practice.Food, fasting, deliberate combinations and playful awareness can lead us further into our yoga practice.

What is a yogic lifestyle? Are there any definite norms or habits that are part of the path of the yogi or yoga communities? Is it wellness, the practice of yoga or maybe to think like a yogi?Maybe it’s a combination of all. Yoga in modern times and the yogic lifestyle includes everything from wellness to the spiritual community, at least from a tantric approach.

Bagalamukhi is the great paralysing archetype. She is the one suspending any action. We use this energy extensively in yoga practice.Sharing a powerful transmission from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about this immense power of suspension, Bagalmukhi on my Tantra-log podcast.