Tapasya Realized
Got some awesome experience with it, I was encouraged also so I decided I’d go an learn more about it.
This is stuff I found, I’ve asked questions using chatgpt and got the answers that way, put things together, so I got a better overview of what this field does.
Tapasya Realized
Here, we are realizing the Tapasya, expressed through the Tummo Fire.
Tapasya is a spiritual practice of self discipline, it is about voluntarily exposing thyself to physical and mental discomfort (aka our “negative stuff” I’d say) in order to purify the mind and body to cultivate spiritual awareness.
The purpose of Tapasya is to develop self discipline, self awareness, detachment from material desires, with the goal of attaining spiritual realization or liberation.
What belief is it based on?
Tapasya is based on a belief that material world is basically impermanent and unsatisfactory. True happiness can be found through spiritual realization which Tapasya aims to achieve. This is done through exposing yourself to discomfort or self denial with which we break free from the bondage of desires, attachments, and develop a inner strength, peace, purity, awareness, detachment, gaining control over mind and senses and developing a strong willpower to go through any obstacles.
Tapasya also presents means for one to prepare for deeper spiritual practice (lol if this isn’t deep enough already xd) such as meditation or contemplation (concentration on spiritual things as a form of private devotion. : a state of mystical awareness of God’s being, aka your spiritual practice to which it should nicely prepare you to). Practitioners seek a more fulfilling life and connection to the divine.
Tapasya is not limited to any gender, age, social status etc, it is ideally for those committed to self discipline and spiritual growth, more common amongst ascetics, monks and less common in modern societies where the focus is often on instant gratification, material success, comfort.
Therefore It is not widely known or practiced outside of traditional spiritual communities as it can be uncomfortable due to voluntary self discipline and self denial.
Self Denial is basically about giving up one’s desires, comforts and pleasures, to achieve a higher spiritual goal. Self denial is also seen as a way of transcending the ego and the material world. It leaves an empty room to focus more on spiritual pursuits and connection to the divine, to achieve enlightenment or liberation.
It is a very universal spiritual practice that can be adapted to a wide range of circumstances and lifestyles.
Therefore there are many ways of how one can practice Tapasya, for example through fasting, meditation, yoga, selfless service, self restraint, gratitude, self reflection. We won’t dive into their specifics as here we practice it with the Tummo Fire.
Tapasya can be practiced with the Tummo Fire, also known as the Inner Fire, involving a cultivation of Inner Heat and Energy.
Tummo Fire is a powerful tool for spiritual transformation. With Tummo through energy work, we can develop a greater awareness of physical and subtle bodies. It helps to cultivate inner power, focus, detachment, overcoming physical and mental limitations and unlocking a lot of potential for spiritual growth and transformation
It involves generating inner heat through a combination of visualization, breathing techniques, and mental focus. Tummo is said to awaken the body’s innate energy system and enable the practitioner to purify negative emotions, thoughts, and physical blockages, and develop greater physical and mental resilience.
In The Tapasya Realized part of the Panchanga we are concepts of Tapasya done through Tummo on a physical and subtle energy body.
Applied on Physical Body Benefits:
- Increased body temperature: The practice of tummo fire can help to generate heat in the body, which can help to increase body temperature and improve circulation.
- Improved immune function: The practice of Tapasya through tummo fire has been associated with improved immune function, which can help to prevent illness and disease.
- Reduced inflammation: The practice of tummo fire can help to reduce inflammation in the body, which is associated with a variety of health problems.
- Increased energy: The practice of tummo fire can help to increase energy levels, which can help individuals to feel more alert and focused throughout the day.
- Improved physical resilience: The practice of tummo fire can help individuals to develop greater physical resilience, which can help them to cope with challenging situations and conditions.
Applied on Subtle Body Benefits:
- Increased spiritual awareness: The practice of Tapasya through tummo fire can help individuals to connect with their spiritual essence and cultivate a deeper understanding of the nature of reality.
- Enhanced intuition: The practice of tummo fire can help individuals to develop their intuition, which can help them to make better decisions and navigate life more effectively.
- Greater emotional stability: The practice of Tapasya through tummo fire can help individuals to develop greater emotional stability, which can help them to cope with stress, anxiety, and other negative emotions.
- Deeper sense of purpose and meaning: The practice of tummo fire can help individuals to connect with a deeper sense of purpose and meaning in their lives, which can help them to feel more fulfilled and satisfied.
- Increased sense of interconnectedness: The practice of Tapasya through tummo fire can help individuals to develop a greater sense of interconnectedness with others and the world around them, which can lead to greater empathy and compassion.
I think the focus with Panchanga is a lot on removing the dross. (at least the focus in description seems as so)
It can help individuals to remove the dross or impurities from their physical and subtle energy bodies.
Both Tapasya and tummo fire energy are intended to help the practitioner remove “dross” or impurities from their physical and subtle energy body. This process of purification can involve the release of emotional and mental patterns that no longer serve the individual, the elimination of toxins and pollutants from the physical body, and the cultivation of a more refined and subtle energy field.
Physical Body: Tapasya through tummo fire can help to purify the physical body by increasing blood flow, promoting detoxification, and boosting the immune system. The practice involves physical postures, breathing techniques, and visualization exercises that can help to stimulate the internal organs and promote overall physical health. By practicing Tapasya, individuals can remove toxins from the body and enhance their physical vitality and strength.
Subtle Energy Body: The practice of Tapasya through tummo fire can also help to purify the subtle energy body, which consists of the chakras and nadis, or energy channels, in the body. The practice involves visualization exercises, breathing techniques, and meditation that can help to activate and balance the chakras, clear blockages in the nadis, and promote the flow of prana, or life force energy, throughout the body. By practicing Tapasya, individuals can remove negative energy patterns and enhance their subtle energy body, leading to greater emotional stability, mental clarity, and spiritual insight.
I’d personally say this is a really complex practice.
Here we have the blessing to pretty much get the benefits of Tapasya using Tummo to remove the dross, just by listening to the audio, without any practice performed necessary.
That’s great :)