Glossary K

Glossary K

Kapalabhati breath

A breathing technique in yoga that involves rapid, forceful exhalations to cleanse the respiratory system.

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  • Karma

    The concept in Hinduism and Buddhism that one’s actions determine their future experiences and outcomes.

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  • Kindness

    The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate towards others.

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  • Kindness meditation

    A form of meditation that focuses on cultivating feelings of kindness and compassion towards oneself and others.

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  • Kinhin, a walking form of zazen practiced between periods of sitting mediation

    A walking meditation practiced in Zen Buddhism between periods of seated meditation.

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  • Koan practice

    A form of meditation in Zen Buddhism that involves contemplating paradoxical statements or questions to reach enlightenment.

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  • Koan practice in Zen Buddhism

    A method of meditation that involves contemplating paradoxical statements or questions to reach enlightenment.

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  • Kundalini awakening

    The activation of the dormant energy at the base of the spine, leading to spiritual awakening.

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