In the West, sudden energetic shifts are often diagnosed as anxiety or panic attacks. In the East, they are understood as the movement of Prana or Kundalini Shakti. Distinguishing between the two is vital for your mental health.
Sign 1: Heat and Vibration
Anxiety usually feels like a tightening. Kundalini often feels like intense heat rising up the spine or electrical vibrations in the hands and feet. This is the nervous system upgrading to hold more light.
Sign 2: Spontaneous Kriyas
Do you find your body jerking or moving involuntarily during meditation or rest? These are Kriyas—the body's way of clearing blocked energy channels (Nadis).
Sign 3: Bliss vs. Fear
Anxiety is rooted in fear of the future. Kundalini surges can be overwhelming, but they are often interspersed with moments of profound, uncaused bliss or oneness. If you are experiencing this, grounding (Earthing) and heavy foods are your best friends.
