Q: What is Kundalini?

Episode 308 of the Functional Spirituality podcast, hosted by Ava Irani, titled "Q: What is Kundalini?" was published on April 20, 2025 and runs 30 minutes.

April 20, 2025 ·30m · Functional Spirituality

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Summary

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

Episode Description

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: