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, boundless heart. Join us for a journey into the core of our emotional being and discover the transformative power of the heart.

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, namely Muladhara chakra. Muladhara, the root chakra is the source of anti-aging and a priority in any yogic practice to increase vitality and stamina. To know more about the modern connection and application of yogic secrets on Muladhara chakra listen to this podcast.

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.

This is a very personal interview by Fabrice Boulenger with yours truly. Starting with my spiritual quest story we touch upon many topics on the path; meditation and its `states`, tantra and the deity yoga, inner work and authenticity while walking the path.

Dhumavati is the crone archetype that is widely dreaded. She embodies everything that we have an aversion from. How can our strongest aversions be the gateway to bliss?Sharing a powerful transmission from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about this immense power of the void, Dhumavati on my Tantra-log podcast.

Tripura Bhairavi is the fiery goddess of discipline and austerity. Her energy grants us the power to push through obstacles.She is one of the few Wisdom Goddesses directly associated with a chakra; Muladhara, the root of our being. This discourse touches upon the secret teachings of the spokes of this chakra and their connection to our existential fears.Sharing a powerful transmission from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about the warrior goddess of manifestation; Tripura Bhairavii on my Tantra-log podcast.

Bhuvaneshvari is the golden goddess of illusion and space. She gives birth to the entire manifestation from her spacious womb. Tapping into this energy was an amazing blessing for me and taught me how to hold space for myself and bring more awareness to the space I can hold for everyone around me throughout all domains of my life. Sharing a powerful transmission from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about the queen of cosmic illusion; Bhuvaneshvari on my Tantra-log podcast.

My biggest challenge on the spiritual path is desire. How to deal with this force of nature boiling inside when most spiritual teachings dictate the very same thing; stop the pendulum of desire-aversion. Stay equanimous. Grateful that `most` is not `all`. Sharing a powerful transmission from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about the queen of desire; Tripura Sundari on my Tantra-log podcast.

I remember a practitioner asking the point of meditation on Lakshmi since she is all about delight, wealth and pleasure of the material. This podcast is from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program; the Kamalatmika module addressing exactly that dilemma between the material and spiritual.

Here is a talk on the symbolism of Tara from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program. She is widely worshipped as the archetype of compassion and wisdom both in Tibetan and Hindu tantra. To dive deeper check www.dijan.co/tantra-mahavidya

Here is a talk from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about the power of sexual alchemy that the Goddess Chinnamasta demonstrates as she dances on top of a love-making couple. What if you could use all this power for evolution?  To dive deeper check www.dijan.co/tantra-mahavidya

Here is a talk from my 10 Wisdom Goddesses Online Program about the abstract concept of transformation that the Goddess Kali symbolised into your daily life. The talk is followed by a guided meditation to have a practical experience with the Goddess. To dive deeper check www.dijan.co/tantra-mahavidya

We have a deeply inbuilt longing for a satisfying relationship. Though many spiritualtraditions are weary of the attachments that come along with relationships. During this talkI am exploring possibilities of turning our relationships into a path of evolution.

This is the foundation needed for understanding why yoga and meditation has such enormous effects on our lives. Another hit from our Samyama Meditation and Teacher Training course.

When people hear the word tantra they immediately think about sex. However, the rich esoteric teachings of tantra have little to do with this narrow understanding. Here some thoughts on this sexuality dilemma; one of the favourite lectures from our fantastic Samyama Meditation and Yoga Teacher Training course.

Would you like to know more about the meaning of the fabulous Goddesses decorated with gems, gold and silk? How do they relate to our daily life really? Here is a summary of the 10 faces of the divine feminine.