Holistic Tantra Studies is a contemplation of life, of ourselves, of our relationship with ourselves and our surrounding (including nature, others, etc). Its purpose is to give us access to the deepest level possible of comprehension of ourselves.

It’s a journey of self-discovery and self-evolution.

However, before we begin, to avoid any misunderstanding – everyone has their own understanding of a word as connoted as Tantra – let me start by explain what Tantra means in my practice.

Tantra: Shivaism Tantra is a non-dualistic view of reality, and encompasses a wide spectrum of both practical and theoretical teachings. As a spiritual practice, its ultimate purpose is to know yourself on the deepest levels. More than self-awareness, the practice gives you the keys to understand how the mind is conditioned by our cultural/societal/familial backgrounds, freeing ourselves from these limitations. It’s a journey of self discovery that will help you to build a healthier relationship with yourself, with others, and with your entire surrounding.

So, this is how we could work together, if you think my approach will help you, of course.

Every month, we will work on a notion (concept, idea, principle – whatever you want to call it) that is according to my understanding one of the foundational pillars of this holistic approach of life. My role is to guide you any way I can to facilitate your comprehension of this concept. You will contemplate that notion to understand it on its deepest level. Meaning that you will research and go beyond the mainstream belief in order to digest and make yours this principle.

Once you understand it, what it means for you, how you see it, you will practice it. With practice comes deeper level of comprehension, as you experience it first hand, and not through the interpretation of someone else.

Truth can’t be taught, only discovered.

Every time you feel confused, stuck, you have doubts or you just have a question, please contact me by mail, then we can both express ourselves the best way possible: it gives you the opportunity to reflect and conceptualize what you need to ask, and for me, the time to answer properly. I can only share with you what I discovered through practice and experience myself, trying to be as objective as I can, giving you access to ideas more than imposing you one particular school, believe system or tradition.

In practice:

Once I gave you a concept, you have first to figure out what this notion means to you today, what is your understanding of it now. After that first step, you have to go beyond this perception, to see if there is not a deeper meaning or level behind it. Once you comprehend it, practice it to go even deeper, and if you feel that it will serve you on a “positive” level, then integrate it to your believe system as part of the foundation. Not because somebody told you so, but because now, it really makes sense to you.

A simple example: Namaste

Whatever we refer to the word (as a verbal salutation) or the hands gesture (both hands pressed together in front of the chest), the first level of understanding is a greeting. Which implies that the person acknowledge your presence, your existence, and welcome you.

On a deeper level, Namaste means “I bow to you” as a sign of respect, recognising the divine nature within, as the divine is in all of us (according to Hindus traditions), implying that everyone deserves the same respect you deserve yourself (or God in their case).

Then, the gesture of Namaste (called Anjali Mudra) represents the union between left and right sides of the body, unifying physical body, mind and energy, accepting ultimately that there is no duality…

Unfortunately, not everything can be done, practised or experienced remotely, that’s why I can only send you, as I said, the “theory” (one foundational notion at the time) to contemplate and make yours. The practice we will do together when you come here will help you to deepen your understanding of it, and designed to guide you towards the next levels.

Practical details:

This kind of path is not something you will go through in a few weeks, as it is more like a timeless adventure within. I practice it since almost 20 years now, and still discovering deeper meanings today

Therefore, I divided the teachings into modules of 3 months lessons. The tuition is 195 € per module (65 €/month), which includes the “lesson” about the notion, some points of view to help you see beyond the first layers, some questions that might help you start contemplating that notion, and link to article or video that can help you; every 10 days or so, if you didn’t contacted me before, I will be in contact with you, and answer your questions; but if you need to ask me something in between, you can contact me any time with as many questions as you need to ask.

As nothing is written in stone, the rhythm can also change according to your own progression.

Contact details:

email at yogifolies@gmail.com or message me on whatsapp (+34) 629 819 633 – David – Velez-Malaga