The human mind is a wondrous and perplexing thing. Our external interactions invariably leave an impression on our internal makeup. Our everyday triumphs and tragedies pierce deeply into our being and linger in the subconscious mind. The subconscious can be thought of as the mind’s inner, all-knowing component.
Since we are unable to filter what enters our subconscious, most of us have amassed vast quantities of subconscious “garbage” over the course of our lives. Traumatic experiences that we thought we had resolved and moved on from will stay unresolved and trapped in the subconscious mind. This so-called “garbage” is stopping us from progressing in life and reaching our full potential!
The aim of this meditation is to achieve complete mental balance. It cleanses the subconscious mind of traumas and needless negative feelings.
It enhances focus and brain activity, increases intuitive capacity, and brings peace and understanding to the practitioner. The Kirtan Kriya not only cures the subconscious but also assists us in discovering the spiritual essence of all beings. Yogi Bhajan recommended that if you only practice one meditation, make it this one!
Sa Ta Na Ma Meaning
The basic Kundalini mantra Sat Nam is used in this meditation. The mantra derives from Sikhism and is widely translated as “reality is our identity.” Sat Nam’s bij or seed mantra is Sa Ta Na Ma. The energy of an atom being broken down into its nuclear parts can be attributed to the strength of this practice, Sat Nam being the atom and Sa Ta Na Ma being the thread that forms the sum total.
SA TA NA MA Mantra is comprised of the Universe’s 5 seed tones. It is an atomic form of Sat Naam, which means “whose Name is Reality.” A basic but effective mantra containing the Seed Sounds – SA TA NA MA. Singing this mantra reflects action (human voice), whispering represents the inner mind (love voice), and silent repetition represents the spiritual one.
Understanding the Mantra
SA – infinite and the creator of the world, TA denotes form’s life or birth, NA denotes form’s transformation, and MA denotes rebirth. These five sounds produce vibrations that can turn, heal, relax, and restore harmony in yourself and around you. Mantra for Change is another name for it. If something isn’t working out physically, financially, or emotionally, it’s time to change.
This Mantra is extremely beneficial in terms of stress reduction and memory enhancement. This mantra has the power to help you break unhealthy habits and overcome addictions.
Benefits
- Improves Memory Power,
- Prevents Alzheimer’s disease
- Its sound activates the higher chakras
- If chanted before bedtime will give you sound sleep and also cures Insomnia
- Get Cured of Addictions and Bad Habits
- Helps in Managing Stress
- Emotional Healing
- Improves Clarity
- Brings total mental balance
- The waves of the mantra purify the subconscious mind, making you happy and calm.
Practicing Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation
The Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation is made up of many sections that are performed at the same time, all of which are equally important and should be conducted correctly in order to reap the benefits and avoid injuring the student—mental concentration and precision are essential!
Mantras are ancient yogic chants that bear vibrations containing sacred energy; the majority of Kundalini mantras are in the Gurmukhi language. These potent chants are thought to calm the mind and regulate the subtle body’s chakras (energy centers).
Sa– birth, cosmos
Ta– life
Na– death, transformation
Ma– rebirth
Each syllable’s a is pronounced as ah. Each iteration of the mantra is regarded as a full “life cycle.”
Mudras are sacred hand positions that have a powerful energetic impact on both the body and mind. Yoga works in the same way as acupressure does by stimulating pressure points and energy channels. The mudras used in this meditation activate pressure points, making it easier for energy to flow to the brain.
This energy flow is critical for suppressing the subconscious mind and unlocking the brain’s full potential. Each of the mudras corresponds to a different syllable of the phrase Sa Ta Na Ma:
SA Mudra
The association between the tips of the thumb and the index finger (the Jupiter’s finger), retained when chanting SA.
It is assumed that connecting the thumb and the first finger gives us awareness, extends our field possibilities, and frees us from limitations.
The relation between the two is said to improve the air factor inside the body, causing positive impacts on emotions, empowering the nervous system, stimulating the pituitary gland, and stimulating the entire endocrine gland system.
Ta Mudra
Holding the relation between the tips of the thumb and the middle finger (the Saturn finger) when chanting TA
The thumb and middle finger link is thought to grant us patience, knowledge, and purity.
The two are said to interact to increase the ether or space factor within the body, which has a positive impact on our thoughts and intuition. It is also thought to detoxify the body through elimination and relieve a variety of congestions.
Na Mudra
While chanting NA, hold the relation between the tips of the thumb and the tip of the ring finger (the Uranus or Sun finger).
The relation of the thumb and ring finger is thought to offer us strength and aliveness.
The relation between the two is said to increase the earth element while decreasing the fire element within the body. This has a positive impact on our body tissues such as bones, muscles, tendons, and internal organs. It is thought to improve stamina, power, and vitality.
Ma Mudra
The association between the tips of the thumb and the pinky finger (the Mercury finger), kept while chanting MA.
The relation of the thumb and pinky finger is thought to help in direct communication.
The relation between the two is said to minimize the amount of water in the body. This aids in reducing the problems of excess hormones and water retention. It relieves watery eyes, runny noses, and constipation.
Sa– index finger and thumb
Ta– middle finger and thumb
Na– ring finger and thumb
Ma– little finger and thumb
Tone
During the meditation, three separate “voices” are used.
Out loud- the human voice
Whisper- the lover’s voice
Silent- the divine voice
Sa Ta Na Ma Chant
There are three “voices” when using the mantra during meditation. The singing voice is symbolic of the voice of motion. The whispered voice reflects the inner mind or the romantic nature. Finally, there is a period of silence during which you mentally repeat the mantra to yourself, representing your spiritual voice. The mantra should be sung with the notes A, G, F, G
