There is a paucity of research examining the phenomenology and energetic effects of spiritually transformative experiences with an energetic component, often referred to as kundalini awakenings (KAs). This limits our ability to understand and support individuals who have these often unexpected and powerful experiences. This study aimed to explore not only the nature of these experiences but...
This article explores the historical and research evidence that the awakening of latent spiritual energy is the biopsychospiritual basis of near-death experiences (NDEs).This spiritual energy is known in various sacred traditions as Holy Spirit, Vital Winds, chi, dumo fire, mana, and, in the yogic tradition, kundalini.I outline the modern kundalini hypothesis, as first proposed by Gopi Krishna;...