Before awakening inner powers, we need to understand whether we are capable of handling those powers. Often, a person may awaken their inner powers, but those very powers can ruin and derail their life. Therefore, before awakening any inner power, we must first examine the condition of our mind and determine whether it is in a suitable state.
For example, when working with inner powers, we usually start with concentration. Now, if the mind is not purified and concentration is attained, it’s possible that concentration may align with impure or negative thoughts, leading to undesirable consequences, which you can imagine.
How Do We Attain Inner Powers?
The journey of attaining inner powers begins with concentration, as these powers are all mental and assist us in achieving success in life. Concentration leads us to meditation. In simple terms, we can say that these powers are obtained through meditation. However, the reality is that these powers start developing before meditation, and sometimes, they can divert us from the path of meditation.
Is Caution Necessary?
What precautions should be taken? You need to clearly understand one thing: before starting any work on concentration, you must first purify your mind. If the mind remains impure, serious issues will arise, as concentration will transform into negative powers, and you may not even realize when this shift occurs.
How to Purify the Mind?
The most effective and logical method for purifying the mind is Tratak (a yogic practice of fixed gazing). Tratak serves three purposes at once:
1. Purifies the mind.
2. Improves concentration.
3. Awakens inner powers.
Tratak is a process that thoroughly cleanses the mind. Additionally, it will develop an extraordinary aura within you, enhancing your personality.
However, keep in mind that Tratak should not be practiced without the guidance of a guru, as this practice comes with its own challenges.
First Purify the Mind, Then Concentrate
Once the mind is purified, you can incorporate other methods of concentration into your practice. But whatever you add, do so only with the permission of your guru. Based on the experiences you have, your guru will guide you toward the concentration technique most suitable for you.
The technique for concentration that is tailored to your individual experiences will be the one that works for you.
Working on concentration is easy, but managing it is not. I’ve seen this in many of my disciples: concentration works differently for each person, and everyone has different experiences. While some experiences are common, many are unique to the individual.
