Kali, the revered Goddess of time, change, and destruction, embodies the potent energy within us that is untamed, empowered, and boundlessly loving. This force, intricately entwined in the life/death/life cycle, propels our growth and transformation—much like the profound practice of yoga.
The Dark Mother, in her ferocious yet loving nature, leads us through metamorphosis by dismantling the constructs of time and form. She tears away layers, revealing what must perish within us—be it self-limiting beliefs or attachments to a past that impedes progress. These deaths, however, cultivate a fertile ground for new beginnings.
She is the darkness we may fear, yet within that fear lies her transformative power. Kali, with her fierceness and love, reshapes our existence.
Invoking Kali is not a casual endeavor, but the changes she brings are profound. From personal experience, I attest to the transformative impact she can have:
- Dissolving Lifelong Beliefs: Shattered the belief that my voice is unworthy or lacks value.
- Breaking Bondages: Dissolved intense attachments, freeing me from barriers against vulnerability and authenticity.
- Self-Love: Unearthed a profound love for myself.
- Transforming Relationships: Shifted from living in fantasy to embracing a love rooted in truth and reality.
- Courage for Dreams: Instilled the courage to pursue my dreams, establishing a yoga studio and school in a distant, enchanting land.
However, the journey was far from easy. Letting go of the person I was, even just a year ago, proved challenging. The pain accompanying such transformations was intense, demanding more than mere meditation or naming a studio after her. It required dedicated work.
Reasons to Invoke Kali:
- Dissolving Limiting Beliefs
- Self-Empowerment
- Facing Fears
- Releasing Egoic Constructs/Beliefs
- Changing Perspectives on Life and Death
- Liberating from Old Attachments
- Welcoming the Wild, Divine Feminine
Ways to Invoke Kali:
- Meditation: Visualize her image, exploring the revelations that surface.
- Self-Reflection: Uncover suppressed aspects—ask where your wild, feminine self is stifled or if you play “nice” instead of expressing your authentic self.
- Asana: Engage in the goddess squat, releasing primal roars from the belly.
- Offering: Bow down and present your limiting beliefs to Kali for dissolution.
- Journaling: Pose questions to Kali about her teachings, expressions in your life, suppressed aspects, and what needs destruction.
Remember, invoking Kali is a profound step, not to be taken lightly. She is love incarnate, guiding those ready to awaken and fully live their lives. Embrace her force, rewrite your story, and embark on the journey of vibrant existence.
