Q: What is Kundalini? episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 20, 2025 · 30 MIN

Q: What is Kundalini?

from Functional Spirituality · host Ava Irani

In this episode, Ava answers a listener's question: "What is Kundalini?" She takes you on a journey from the Sanskrit origins of the word to its cultural context in India and the modern science surrounding it. Ava also shares her personal experiences with Kundalini and explores why it fascinates so many people.   Relevant links and resources:  Roots of Yoga - James Mallinson & Mark Singleton    Chapter markers:    00:00 Introduction to Functional Spirituality Podcast 03:30 Introduction to Kundalini 8:55 Is there any science behind Kundalini? 13:44 What is Kundalini  18:25 Why are people obsessed with Kundalini? 22:20 What happens inside of our bodies when we experience Kundalini awakening? 26:00 Ava’s experience  29:44 Thank you for listening Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com   Free resources: Newsletter sign-up:  A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community. Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration. Connect on Socials Where you can hear from us in daily life Personal account & Functional Spirituality: @functionalspirituality  Studio: @spandaschool  Lavandula Botanicals: @lavandula.botanicals

In this episode, Ava answers a listener's question: "What is Kundalini?" She takes you on a journey from the Sanskrit origins of the word to its cultural context in India and the modern science surrounding it. Ava also shares her personal experiences with Kundalini and explores why it fascinates so many people.   Relevant links and resources:  Roots of Yoga - James Mallinson & Mark Singleton    Chapter markers:    00:00 Introduction to Functional Spirituality Podcast 03:30 Introduction to Kundalini 8:55 Is there any science behind Kundalini? 13:44 What is Kundalini  18:25 Why are people obsessed with Kundalini? 22:20 What happens inside of our bodies when we experience Kundalini awakening? 26:00 Ava’s experience  29:44 Thank you for listening Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com   Free resources: Newsletter sign-up:  A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community. Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration. Connect on Socials Where you can hear from us in daily life Personal account & Functional Spirituality: @functionalspirituality  Studio: @spandaschool  Lavandula Botanicals: @lavandula.botanicals

NOW PLAYING

Q: What is Kundalini?

0:00 30:35

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

The Cole Walmsley Experience Cole Walmsley The rabbit holes that reveal what's real, from Bitcoin to spirituality to infinity, and everything in between. Joy, expansion, laughter, and wonder are coming your way. Rich and Spiritual Anuja Patil : Wealth & Womanhood Mentor Podcast for Creative & Spiritual Female Leaders. Liberate your stories around money and spirituality.  Master a language of money through sensuality & spirituality so your soul-led business thrives and flourishes.  The Neurodiversity Business Podcast Sara Kedge A renowned DEI Design Thinking Strategist, Coach and Trainer, Sara Kedge blends curiosity and playfulness with deep cross-functional knowledge. She prides herself on helping teams move out of stressful dysfunction to create human-focused workplace cultures where critical thinking – and people – are encouraged and valued. Sara carries the collective experience of the neurodivergent community into the solutions she co-creates with her clients. As the founder and curator of How 2 Entrepreneuro, an online community supporting neurodivergent entrepreneurs.In this podcast, she and her guests explore Neurodiversity, Entrepreneurship, and the challenges Neurodiverse people face trying to fit into a Neurotypical world. Who Am I? Air Kraehmer Best known for her award-winning books about therapy, spirituality and her testimony of overcoming human trafficking, Air shares her walk of life with survivors all over the world. This podcast is dedicated to help you discover who you are through dark, happy and elevating times.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Functional Spirituality?

This episode is 30 minutes long.

When was this Functional Spirituality episode published?

This episode was published on April 20, 2025.

What is this episode about?

In this episode, Ava answers a listener's question: "What is Kundalini?" She takes you on a journey from the Sanskrit origins of the word to its cultural context in India and the modern science surrounding it. Ava also shares her personal...

Can I download this Functional Spirituality episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!