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From: PHNewsgroups: alt.magick.tantra Subject: Re: a brandnewbie Date: Sun, 5 Jul 1998 01:17:32 +0100 In article <1998070104061700.AAA26720@ladder03.news.aol.com>, LKotkin128 writes >I am squeaky new to Tantric studies. As a professional therapist (clinical >psychologist) with some Sensing skills, I was directed to this area. Any >suggestions of how, where and with what to begin are very much appreciated. > >I find this a very mixed bag to wander about. Supervision is clearly >indicated. Thanks in advance to members here. > > A common misunderstanding about Tantra is that is primarily concerned with the exchange of energy with a partner. Ideally, the first step would be to learn of the flow of energy within oneself and then to explore that flow with a partner. The deeper and more trusting the relationship the better. The Chinese say that it takes 7 years to learn of each others bodies, 7 for their mind and 7 their spirit. On that note avoid 'quickies' the reason being that you'll absorb much of your partners energies positive and negative, and believe me their are many unscrupulous people who advertise Tantra workshops with personal agendas-enough said on that matter. As for the informative part I would recommend the practical and informed introduction to Tantra from the Chinese point of view, who after 8,000 years are highly skilled in this and many other areas of the human condition. Mantak Chia (http://www.healing-tao.com) has several books that would give you direct and important information, exercises and valuable insights. Written in plain english his books are excellent starters. Avoid books full of vague whitterings! >From an Eastern point of view try Dr John Mumford (has a home page), Ecstacy through Tantra and his Chakra and Kundalini workbook, both available from Llewelyn, which is generally the trashy end of the esoteric market but has a few 'good' items. I would caution you about Western Sex Magick/Tantra as taught by Crowley fans, etc. They try to use the high voltage sexual current to fulfil desires which is a highly 'iffy' and dangerous area. The key to 'Magick' in creating opportunities and valued life experiences, is by attaining an internal balance, health, trust in your own intuition, your hearts desire and a deep respect for 'All That Is' and the greater powers over which you have no control. Believe me I tried to use Magick to fix my life and spent the next few years getting it back to normal. Tantra or the understanding of ones own energy or Chi, its proper cultivation will as a consequence bring lifes greatest blessings - the simple ability to enjoy the depth of each moment, the sound of rain, a bird singing, to enjoy making a cup of tea. I realised, to my delight, you only ever have one day. From this perpective life will shower on you. -- Peter Harper
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