Tantra is an ancient, expansive practice that deepens our connection with nature and the self. While often reduced to ideas of prolonged intimacy or libertine experiences, Tantra is far more—it is a transformative system that integrates existence’s sacredness and human nature’s depth.
Tantra is not a religion or philosophy but a science of life. The word itself means "loom" or "expansion tool," symbolizing the weaving of fragmented aspects of our being into a unified, meaningful whole. As philosopher Slavoj Žižek suggests, Tantra reprograms our consciousness like spiritual software, unlocking our true potential.
Rather than renouncing earthly pleasures, Tantra embraces and channels them toward spiritual fulfilment. It calls for a return to nature, a release of conditioned repression, and a reconnection with our somatic wisdom. Wilhelm Reich’s concept of "orgon"—the universal life force—echoes Tantra’s essence, urging us to embrace our innate energy rather than fear it.
Through Tantra, we heal past wounds, dissolve emotional blockages, and rediscover our organic essence. It teaches us to accept and integrate all aspects of ourselves, including our sexuality, leading to a fuller, more awakened existence.
Return to your essence.
NAMASTE
Fabi Jaya
(Originally published in Iconic Artist Magazine.)
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