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“The Power of Chakras is a practical, well-researched and thorough
explication of the spiritual energy centers that are basis of all lasting inner
transformation. The book provides an important alternative to popular
presentations that are often superficial or inaccurate, offering the reader a
knowledge that reflects the deepest, oldest and most wholesome methods of
the Yoga tradition. For those interested in how to really work with the
chakras, The Power of Chakras provides a wealth of information and
inspiration.”
—Dr. David Frawley, Director, American Institute of Vedic Studies and
author of Yoga and Ayurveda and Tantric Yoga
“The ancient Indian yogic discipline recognizes that man is but an
inseparable constituent of, and identical with, the larger and higher Self
which is Omnipotent, Omnipresent and Omniscient. Only the realization of
this identity is lacking in the ordinary human being. The yogis discovered
that a limitless energy lay dormant in every human being, ready to be
awakened. This dormant energy they labeled as Kundalini and likened it to
a serpent lying coiled at the base of the spine, with its head turned
downwards. The whole yogic discipline consists of the awakening of this
Kundalini through regular practice of yoga, and directing it upwards. In due
course, the Kundalini moves up the spinal cord wherein potent yet subtle
energy centers, called the Chakras, lie in an inactive state. Each Chakra or
energy center has specific characteristics and its activation confers specific
powers on the yogi. As the successive Chakras get activated, they confer on
the practitioner of yoga immense mental and spiritual energy so that
eventually nothing remains impossible for him to achieve. Te Power of
Chakras is a brilliant and comprehensive exposition of this system of
Chakras by the author who has spent decades in her spiritual pursuits,
learning the various concepts and techniques of yoga from direct contact
with Indian masters of this discipline. Her depth of understanding of the
intricate aspects of yoga springs from her prolonged and personal
experience. The book is highly illustrated and makes an easy and absorbing
reading.”
—Dr. K.S. Charak, M.D., Vedic Astrologer and author of Essentials of
Medical Astrology and Elements of Vedic Astrology, and editor of the
magazine Vedic Astrology
The Power of Chakras
Unlock Your 7 Energy Centers for Healing, Happiness, and
Transformation
Copyright © 2014 by Susan Shumsky
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Shumsky, Susan G.
The power of chakras: unlock your 7 energy centers for healing,
happiness, and transformation / by Susan Shumsky, DD.
pages cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-1-60163-290-6 -- ISBN 978-1-60163-501-3 (ebook) 1.
Chakras. I. Title.
BF1442.C53S546 2013
131--dc23
2013039024
The Power of Chakras can familiarize you with the complex field of
meditation, spiritual development, and yoga, but in no way claims to fully
teach the techniques described. Therefore, personal instruction is
recommended. Te Power of Chakras is not an independent guide for self-
healing. Susan Shumsky is not a medical doctor and does not diagnose
diseases or prescribe treatments. No medical claims are implied about any
methods, exercises, or postures suggested in this book, even if specific
“benefits” or “healing” of diseases or conditions is mentioned. The methods
and suggestions in this book should be followed only with permission of a
medical doctor or psychiatrist. Susan Shumsky, her agents, assignees,
licensees, and authorized representatives, as well as Divine Revelation,
Teaching of Intuitional Metaphysics, and New Page Books, make no claim
or obligation and take no legal responsibility for the effectiveness, results,
or benefits of reading this book, of using the methods described, or of
contacting anyone listed in this book or at www.di-vinerevelation.org; deny
all liability for any injuries or damages that you may incur; and are to be
held harmless against any claim, liability, loss, or damage caused by or
arising from following any suggestions made in this book, or from
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Dedication
This book is dedicated to the beauteous kundalini, subtle and radiant as 10
million suns. To her lotus feet all worshippers bow, for she invents this
mirage by her maya, and she absorbs it again by her all-consuming flame.
Acknowledgments
Many people have contributed to this book. Therefore, I want to give
appreciation to those who have brought it to fruition. Foremost, I want to
thank Jeff and Deborah Herman, who remain loyal friends as well as agents.
I give gratitude to Mike Lewis, who originated the idea for the book. I am
very thankful to Michael Pye and Laurie Kelly-Pye, who made the decision
to bring out this new edition. Thanks to Adam Schwartz, Kirsten Dalley,
Jeff Piasky, and everyone else at New Page Books, who have worked so
diligently to bring this book to press.
I want to give special gratitude to Mary Ann and David Martin, who,
with incredible generosity of Spirit, supported me through a very
challenging time as I edited this book, and, with their unconditional love
and infinite patience, greatly facilitated my healing.
I wish to give special thanks to those who have assisted my quest to
explore kundalini and the chakras, including: Harold and Gladys McCoy,
Janet DiGiovanna, Danny Rubenstein, Linda Hayden, PJ Worley, Rian
Leichter, Bill Moser, Curt De Groat, Nimueh Rephael, George Fitzgerald,
and many others. Most of all, I want to express appreciation to my spiritual
mentors: Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Amritananda Mayi, Babaji Raman
Kumar Bachchan, Peter and Ann Meyer, the immortal Babaji, and all the
inner teachers. Without these brilliant guiding lights, I would have no
comprehension of subtle energies.
Contents
Foreword by Anodea Judith
Introduction
Part I: Understanding Subtle Energy
Chapter 1: What’s a Chakra, Anyway?
Chapter 2: What Westerners Don’t Know
Chapter 3: The Key to Life: Prana
Chapter 4: Your Luminous Aura
Chapter 5: What Is Kundalini?
Chapter 6: Your Multidimensional Self
Chapter 7: As Above, So Below
Chapter 8: Discovering Your Chakras
Part II: Awakening Your Chakras
Chapter 9: Chakra 1: Muladhara
Chapter 10: Chakra 2: Svadhishthana
Chapter 11: Chakra 3: Manipura
Chapter 12: Chakra 4: Anahata
Chapter 13: Hrit Chakra
Chapter 14: Chakra 5: Vishuddha
Chapter 15: Talu Chakra
Chapter 16: Chakra 6: Ajna
Chapter 17: Ajna Subcenters
Chapter 18: Guru Chakra
Chapter 19: Chakra 7: Sahasrara
Part III: Awakening Kundalini
Chapter 20: The Power of Healing
Chapter 21: The Power of Secret Yogic Practices
Chapter 22: The Power of Yogic Breathing
Chapter 23: The Power of Meditation
Epilogue
Notes
Bibliography
Index
The Author and Her Teachings
Foreword
The chakra system is an idea whose time has come. Or perhaps I should
say “come again,” as chakras are elements of an ancient yogic system for
spiritual evolution that has roots in the distant past. The revived interest in
chakras today is a testament to the need for spiritual systems that map onto
the body and encompass the full spectrum of human experience, from
heaven to earth.
While it’s wonderful that so many people are now drawn to learn about
the chakra system, the danger of such popularization is that the chakras can
become trivialized. The word is bandied about in general conversation,
without people understanding its original context as esoteric wisdom for
seekers of higher states of consciousness. In my 40 years of working with
the chakra system, I have seen chakra dog collars, chakra underwear, chakra
chocolates, and of course the usual candles, mugs, cushions, yoga mats, t-
shirts, hats, posters, and greeting cards. I’ve even sold some of these items
myself at my workshops!
This popularization does the important service of bringing the chakra
system out to the general public, but it only skims the surface. What is
missing is the deeper knowledge.
Susan Shumsky’s book, The Power of Chakras, represents that deeper
knowledge. With writing that is both friendly to the layperson yet true to a
deeper mystery, this is the book to which I refer my students who are
interested in the esoteric wisdom and practices of the ancients. While
normally it takes intense research with a Sanskrit dictionary and lifetimes of
patience to discover these subtle principles and practices, Susan Shumsky
has done that work for you, making this information accessible to the
average reader.
Where else are you going to find a description of the inner sheaths of the
sushumna, as well as of the smaller subchakras of the heart and higher
chakras? Within these pages you can find descriptions of the meaning of the
individual petals, the deities associated with each chakra, and discussion of
mudras (physical gestures), bandhas (inner locks), pranayama, (breathing
practices), and mantras (sounds) associated with the chakras.
In addition she discusses the importance of Shiva/Shakti, the divine
couple who represent the polarities of the Tantric tradition, where the
chakra system originated, along with the sheaths of the human aura, the
tattvas of manifestation, and much, much more.
This book is for seekers. It is not for the dabblers, but for those interested
in serious practice. For behind all the information offered in books and
other media, knowledge of the chakras ultimately comes from within
oneself, through direct access. But that access takes practice—sustained and
consistent effort over many years. Susan Shumsky has done that work as
well, and its rewards are hidden within these pages for you to discover
through your own practice.
Enjoy the journey!
—Anodea Judith, 2013
Author, Wheels of Life: A User’s Guide to the Chakra System
