The Power of a Daily Mantra Meditation Practice

It’s only been 7 Months since I started chanting, humming and speaking mantras daily, and so much has changed! Through a close friend of mine, I have connected more deeply with the teachings of Kundalini Yoga, and through that uncovered and learned many new Mantras.

Mantras can be written or spoken in any language, as you may have heart of english affirmation mantras. Those can be simple repetitions of “I Love all of me” or “I am grace, peace and love”.

In Kundalini Yoga, we are devoting time to Sanskrit Mantras. These are condensed and coded knowledge in few words, which have positive energy and impact. In other words, a mantra is an instrument for mind, which have a powerful sound or vibration, used by anyone to enter a deep state of meditation or to calm the mind.

Also, Sanskrit Mantras have been used by artists, singers and vocalists to create beautiful Chants – harmonic song-versions of the Sanskrit Mantras.

From the moment I devoted 90 – 160 Minutes a day to my Kundalini Practice, of which 30-60 Minutes are speaking or chanting the Mantras, I started noticing a powerful increase of clarity in my life! Not only that, also my “Bullshit-Radar”, in other words intuition, have leveled-up.

Other than that, I am experiencing a rapid rise in feeling consistently peaceful, loving and graceful. Much more than I do when I miss my Mantra Practice one day.

Which are some of my favorite Sanskrit Mantras?

1. Aad Guray Nameh

Translation: “I bow to the Primal Wisdom, I bow to the Wisdom through the Ages, I bow to the True Wisdom, I bow to the Great Divine Wisdom.”
Purpose: Known as the protection mantra, it creates a shield of positive energy around you.
Benefits: Helps overcome fear, clears negativity, and fosters a sense of safety.
How to practice: Chant it during moments of uncertainty or at the start of a meditation session.

Listen to Snatam Kaur’s Version here: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/2eQl6lmcacqSAlY1g2J2wr?si=a1b311b8de154139

2. Akaal

Translation: “Undying, Timeless, Immortal.”
Purpose: This mantra connects you to the eternal nature of your soul, transcending the fear of death and loss.
Benefits: Encourages a profound sense of inner peace and spiritual liberation.
How to practice: Use it during times of grief, change, or when contemplating the nature of existence.

Listen to Snatam Kaur’s Version here: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/36BmarbpceZuDK3d3VQdTr?si=b0893ed0da294e69

3. Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo

Translation: “I bow to the Creative Wisdom, I bow to the Divine Teacher within.”
Purpose: The opening mantra for Kundalini Yoga, it tunes you into the flow of universal wisdom.
Benefits: Centers your energy, strengthens intuition, and connects you to your inner guide.
How to practice: Begin your meditation or yoga practice with this mantra to set a sacred tone.

Listen to Mirabai Ceiba’s Version here: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/album/6SSH8LnNnR5rE6xXsrxm6y?si=GoCb9M0_R2aqS8xu6yEl-g

I hope you enjoy and embrace some of these into your life as well.

Much Love & Sat Nam,
Jun