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What are Mantra and Yantra
Mantra and Yantra are expressions of consciousness and energy, of mind and body, of vibration and form on the macrocosmic and microcosmic levels. They are the expressions of Siva and Sakti.
The concepts originate from the tantric tradition. In combination, they are part of the esoteric practice of yoga and hence the process involves chanting, visualization, puja (worship) use of mudra (hand gestures) and breath in specific ways.
They can be experienced on different levels, initially there is a shift in awareness and attitude, the body and the mind may feel more relaxed, more focused. As the process deepens and one undertakes this process as a sadhana, or regular spiritual practice, then we begin to see and awaken
other aspects of mind and personality; a process of transformation becomes possible.
Each Yantra has a meaning and associated deity and must be accompanied by a specific mantra. Without the vibration or frequency, the yantra – the form – is just an image, a picture. It is the mantra that is the spirit which energises and activates the form, and the two must go together for the process to be effective.
The process involves ritualistic practices to create connection between microcosm and macrocosm. Rituals are external and non-religious practices that help us connect with an inner experience.
Retreats and Workshops
The retreats are held in a simple and natural environment and give the time and space to go deeper into this process, combining a comprehensive yogic approach of regularity and routine, with asana and pranayama classes, yoga nidra and meditation sessions, plenty of mantra chanting, together with an exploration of symbols, form and sacred geometry and the use of colour.
This is all explored and expressed in the process of creating, constructing and most importantly worshipping a yantra.
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Antarshuddhi (Nadeshda Stürzebecher)
Born in Sofia and now based in Vienna, Austria, I am an academic artist, certified yoga teacher in the tradition of the Bihar School of Yoga, and practitioner of sacred art. I am currently deepening my knowledge through master’s studies in Clinical Art Therapies at Sigmund Freud University in Vienna.My creative journey has unfolded across fine arts, tapestry, and animation at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna, where I received two master’s degrees. I was first introduced to the practice of yantra by one of my yoga teachers, an encounter that gradually opened a new paradigm of experiencing art as a spiritual practice. Since then, my exploration has been further enriched by various teachers of sacred art as well as online courses at the King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts in London. Since 2023, I have been deeply grateful to study with Drdha Vrata Gorrick through his online course on Shilpa Shastra (Indian classical iconography), which continues to inspire and guide my exploration of sacred art.
I believe that every one of us has a creative potential which we should open ourselves to, explore and unfold in our life. I am committed to encouraging everyone to develop and live their creativity. By practising yantra and mantra we can approach ourselves in a different and more intuitive way.
First release: 5th December 2025
YOGA-NIDRĀ – Ascent into the Subconscious
A comprehensive guide to the method developed by Svāmī Satyānanda Sarasvatī
by Nadeshda Stürzebecher (Antarshuddhi)
After five years of intensive research, I am delighted to present the results in book form. Based on classical sources of Indian philosophy (Vedanta, Samkhya, Tantra) and embedded in the integral yoga system of Bihar Yoga, this book combines theory, practice and historical classification.
For all those who want to understand and apply Yoga Nidra not only as a relaxation technique, but also as a method for expanding consciousness.