Why is Kundalini yoga considered to be dangerous?

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Yogesh Yadav

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Kundalini yoga is considered dangerous by some because it involves intense breathwork, meditation, and energy awakening practices that can lead to psychological distress, emotional upheaval, or even psychotic episodes if not done properly. Rapid energy release (Kundalini awakening) may cause physical...
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Kundalini yoga is considered dangerous by some because it involves intense breathwork, meditation, and energy awakening practices that can lead to psychological distress, emotional upheaval, or even psychotic episodes if not done properly. Rapid energy release (Kundalini awakening) may cause physical discomfort, mental instability, or spiritual crises, especially without proper guidance. read less
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Kundalini yoga awakes yours complete chakra energies , and it's very important to handle the energy properly. Which requires high level of mind stability to utilize it constructively.
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"Kundalini Yoga is considered potentially hazardous due to its focus on awakening the kundalini energy (a supposed spiritual energy at the base of the spine). If not practiced correctly, it can lead to physical, emotional, and psychological imbalances, including: - Energy overload - Emotional releases -...
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"Kundalini Yoga is considered potentially hazardous due to its focus on awakening the kundalini energy (a supposed spiritual energy at the base of the spine). If not practiced correctly, it can lead to physical, emotional, and psychological imbalances, including: - Energy overload - Emotional releases - Psychotic episodes - Physical injuries Proper guidance from an experienced teacher is essential." thank you🙏🕉 read less
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If this yoga is not done properly, it can harm the spine or nervous system, leading to health problems
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