Prana, SoHam, & the Four States of Consciousness – A Guide to Awakening

This 18-page downloadable PDF contains the transcript of a powerful Shaktipat Intensive led by Mark Griffin on June 7, 2008, in San Francisco, CA. The talk dives deeply into the role of prana and the subtle body’s design to support spiritual awakening, providing a detailed exploration of how consciousness operates across the physical, subtle, causal, and supra-causal bodies.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Four Bodies and Consciousness: Understanding how the physical, subtle, causal, and supra-causal bodies relate to the four states of consciousness.
• Prana’s Function: Insights into whether prana operates identically in all bodies or manifests uniquely in each.
• Experiencing the Fourth Body: Discover the sensation and experience of connecting with the supra-causal body.
• SoHam and Divine Unity: How the sacred mantra SoHam reflects the relationship between Shiva and Shakti.
• Breath and Awakening: Why the breath transforms as a tool for awakening after receiving Shaktipat initiation.
• Interdependence of Reality: A profound look at the Buddha’s teaching: “If this does not arise, that does not exist.”

Excerpt from the Talk:
“Prana is the life force that animates the body, yet its expression in the subtle and causal realms transcends physical mechanics, shaping the journey of awakening. Through the breath and the mantra SoHam, prana becomes the bridge to the infinite, harmonizing the interplay of Shiva and Shakti.”

Details:

• Format: Downloadable PDF
• Length: 18 pages
• Original Talk Context: A day-long Shaktipat Intensive
• Key Theme: The precise design of the subtle body and its mechanics to foster spiritual awakening

Who Should Read This?

• Spiritual Seekers: Anyone interested in the interplay of consciousness, prana, and awakening.
• Students of Tantra and Yoga: Those exploring mantras like SoHam and advanced breathwork.
• Meditators and Yogis: Practitioners seeking to understand the transformative effects of Shaktipat on breath and consciousness.
• Followers of Mark Griffin: Students delving into his profound teachings on the subtle body and its connection to the divine.