Menstruation And Cosmic Wisdom
Foto by Belle Co
Kemetic and Tantric Yoga practices are a tranquil path that gracefully intertwines with the ebbs and flows of menstruation.
When the ancient breathed life into spiritual practices, they celebrated the divine feminine. Myriad cultures have spun their tales, weaving the sacred thread of the feminine power. Across the vast expanse of Africa, she emerges as Oshun, the river deity, cascading her love and healing through shimmering waters. She also dances as Isis, the ancient Kemetic (ancient Egyptian) goddess, with her nurturing embrace and wisdom unbound. In India, Shakti unfurls her radiant force that ignites the universe with boundless strength and transformative power. In Japan, she manifests as Amaterasu, the radiant sun goddess, illuminating hearts with her grace. Adorned with serpents and feathers, she emerges as Coatlicue in Mexico, her ancient spirit pulsating through the sacred land.
All around the world, the divine feminine whispers her presence, reminding us of the radiant power that resides within us all.
When the body experiences discomfort and unease, asana (yoga movement) becomes an elixir – soothing pms (premenstrual syndrome) and menstrual pain. With each movement, the body finds solace, as the asanas weave their magic, caressing the knots of discomfort, and guiding body, mind, and spirit towards inner harmony. The postures invite the flow of ka, prana, chi, harmonizing the body's energies, and transforming pain into liberation.
The sacred art of pranayama (breathing exercise), beckons us to savor life's elixir and find solace within our own being. As you inhale the essence of existence, allow your exhale to release all that weighs upon your spirit.
Beyond the physical, yoga's power transcends, embracing the mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions of the feminine. In the quiet sanctuary of a meditative pose, you draw close to your deepest essence, embracing the whispers of self-compassion and self-love.
Many yogic traditions and teachings reminds us, that our cyclical nature is a divine gift, an expression of cosmic wisdom within.