The term
‘tantra’ has been used and misused to a point where it creates more confusion
than clarity. There are several definitions of tantra – one is a celibate
tantric tradition known as the ‘right-hand path’ which deals primarily with
spiritual practices and worship forms that help to overcome ignorance and
rebirth. The other is the ‘left-hand path’, which involves ritual sexual
intercourse as a way of entering into the underlying processes and structure of
the universe. Another classification of
tantra is to divide it based on religion – there exists both a Tibetan Buddhist
tantra and a classic Hindu tantra. According to David White, it is suggested
that the key principle of tantra is that the ‘universe we experience is the
concrete manifestation of the divine energy that creates and maintains it’. In
order to accept tantra, it is wise to acknowledge that it is an accumulation of
ideas and practices and not just one single coherent system. In a nutshell, a
tantric practiser uses an energy that flows through the universe to attain
goals in life.
Literally,
tantra means a tool for expansion and involves expansion of energetic, physical
and psychological levels. Part of tantra is to recognise the god and goddess
within ourselves – Shiva is the inner male energy and Shakti is the female
energy. People who practise tantra believe that Shiva is like a corpse until
Shakti brings him to life. Users of tantra understand that physical contact is
a natural desire that heals and soothes and transports people to a space where
sensitivity increases, leaving a blissful state of being. This makes practisers
feel alive and strong, building up energy and interaction with others. There
are several tantric methods applied today – basically, it involves physical
touch, hand movements, special breathing, visualisation and pressure to the
chakras.
Tantra
uses sexual energy to gain enlightenment and reconnect with the body and mind.
Man and woman can gain this by touching each other. Tantric massages have
become famous over the years – it involves the exploration of the entire body
through touching, which creates a deeper connection with yourself and your
partner. Tantric massages will bring out a natural, enchanting and loving
energy, which will be evident in your day to day life. Tantric massages will
make a significant impact on the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects for
any person.
There are
several
massage agencies in London
that offer authentic tantric massages. Find
out more about
tantric massage in London
at Pearl London.