Book excerpt: Introduction to Kundalini Yoga and Meditation is a brand new 2 volume guide suitable for students of all levels. Guru Rattana combines the essence of Yogi Bhajan with her own knowledge and unique insights, gained from 40 years of personal practice, study and teaching. Her wisdom will illuminate your path, taking you deep within on an amazing journey of transformation and self-discovery, to a destination of self-love, inner peace and oneness with all. "This introduction is beyond perfect. This is True Kundalini! You have taken everything from my heart and understanding, and placed it in print with your yogic history! YES!!!! It creates awe." - Siri Bandhu Kaur, OttawaBegin and Deepen Your Practice describes in detail the techniques used to awaken the Kundalini. It includes the basics to be learned by beginners and perfected by more advanced students, including♦ understanding the mind and meditation♦ guidelines for practicing Kundalini Yoga♦ how to design your personal practice ♦ tips to optimize your progress.You will find kriyas and meditations to deal with stress, addictions, depression, sleeping, spinal health, mental clarity, activating your navel center, and opening the heart. You will discover how to direct your attention and guide your inner journey to health and happiness.Guru Rattana is also author of Transitions to a Heart-Centered World, Relax and Renew, and Sexuality and Spirituality. Her more recent books are The Destiny of Women Is the Destiny of the World, The Inner Art of Love, The Gift of Womanhood, The Power of Neutral, and Your Life is in Your Chakras (expanded edition 2014). She began studying with Yogi Bhajan in 1977. A KRI certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she has taught in 15 countries, including many Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Courses.