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primary sources of bio-energy. Perception of breath might appear insignificant, but it should not be undervalued. It is like pushing the thin end of the wedge to achieve wider benefit. The fact is that we are not tapping a part of the energy-source but the whole of it. As our breathing becomes more and more complete, we produce more vital energy; and its perception leads us to its origin. Activizing this primary source enables us to obtain unlimited energy. Thus śvāsa-prekķā is a very important means of achieving new and higher stages of consciousness.
Samavrtti-svāsa-prekķā is also a valuable instrument of developing energy. Psychologists have discovered that higher levels of consciousness can be achieved by samavrtti-svāsaprekşā. Extra-sensory perception (E.S.P.) such as clairvoyance can be developed by regular practice of sama vrtti-svāsa- preksā Many other parapsychological achievements are possible by its practice.
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