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The awakening of kundalini is traditionally achieved through specific practices aimed at kindling the fire within the muladhara chakra. Techniques such as asanas, pranayamas, and muscle contractions (bandhas) are employed to stir the dormant energy. Rather than relying solely on external teachings or shaktipat—blessings from a guru—Tadatmananda emphasizes the need for practitioners to engage in direct experience and personal exploration of the kundalini process.