For years, I have explored meditation, Kundalini Yoga, and Tantric Yoga (Sexual Yoga) as a means of spiritual awakening. My journey led to powerful states like Savikalpa Samadhi, yet I haven’t reached Nirvikalpa Samadhi. Through direct experience, I have come to realize that energy work is not just about pushing limits—it’s also about recognizing when the body signals a natural shift.
One of the most surprising discoveries I made was the connection between prostate inflammation and Kundalini energy movement. This wasn’t something I read in scriptures or books—it emerged from my own practice. However, later I found that scriptures do hint at this connection.
Ancient Wisdom and Modern Experience
Though rarely discussed directly, traditional spiritual texts mention the “seat of vitality” in the lower body, which can be linked to the prostate. Some interpretations suggest that excessive sexual energy without proper transformation can lead to tension, congestion, or even inflammation in this region. In the story of Agnidev who became a pigeon in Shiv Puran, perhaps the prostate is called a pigeon. Parvati cursed it in anger that due to the disgusting act of drinking semen, there will always be a burning sensation in its throat. Then Shiva, being kind to him, told him to give that burning through and through to Ganga in which Kartikeya in the form of awakening is born. This story is described in a post of this blog. Taking a bath in cold water also provides relief. It seems that an energy line starts from the gaduda (prostate) and moves up the spinal cord carrying its burning sensation and pours that energy into the Ajna Chakra or Sahasrar. This is also a part of the same story.
In my case, I observed something striking—when the prostate reached a certain level of irritation or inflammation, it seemed compelling to do yoga breathing or energy meditation so that Kundalini energy star up rising naturally, sometimes rising itself even without active practice. It was as if the body, unable to handle the excess buildup, had no choice but to direct the energy upwards.
However, I noticed a crucial difference:
When real energy rising happened, it was blissful and expansive.
When it was just inflammation, there was no bliss—only discomfort.
The same applies to spinal inflammation too. I have physical inflammation in spine occasionally due to ankylosing spondyloarthritis too. I differentiate between inflammatory sensation and energy sensation by this bliss mark.
May be prostate inflammation a sequel to ASA, an inflammatory disease or it along with Tantric yoga both in combination may be culprit or each of both affecting it little bit separate from each other and thus raising it up in cumulative way.
Interestingly, when the energy moved upward, the prostate inflammation temporarily reduced. The more effort I put into meditation, the more relief I felt, but the effect wasn’t permanent—it reset after some time.
The Hidden Relationship Between Stress, Tantra, and Inflammation
I later realized that stress and excessive Tantric Yoga both contributed to prostate inflammation. It wasn’t just physical activity—it was also mental stress and the forceful nature of energy work.
There was a phase where I had already achieved awakening, yet I kept pushing Tantric Yoga unnecessarily. The body and circumstances gave subtle hints to stop, but I ignored them. For one swimming in the pool of nectar it’s difficult to come out. Eventually, prostate inflammation became the final warning. It was a clear sign that I needed to transition to a more sustainable practice.
This aligns with traditional wisdom:
Tantric Yoga acts as a rocket booster—it provides rapid breakthroughs but is not meant for continuous use forever.
Once awakening is triggered, a more balanced approach like Kundalini Yoga or ordinary meditation sustains the experience.
From Rocket to Airplane Mode: A Natural Shift
Looking back, I can describe my journey as moving from a rocket launch to an airplane mode.
During intense Tantric Yoga, the energy shot up like a rocket—fast, powerful, but unsustainable.
Now, with meditation, the energy movement is like an airplane—slower but steady and long-lasting.
This transition was natural—I didn’t force it. But I realize now that if I had continued forcing Tantric Yoga beyond its natural limit, it would have only caused more discomfort, not progress.
No Regrets—Only Understanding
Now, I don’t miss the rocket phase. A glimpse of awakening was enough. Actually real awakening is not about constantly chasing intensity—it’s about clarity and balance in daily life.
Even though prostate inflammation became a challenge, it also became a teacher. It forced me to slow down, listen to my body, and transition into a more refined, sustainable spiritual path.
For anyone experiencing something similar, my advice is simple: listen to your body’s signals. Awakening is not about pushing harder—it’s about knowing when to shift methods. If energy has already risen, the next step is integration and steady progress.
The path is not about extremes—it’s about harmony.
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