The need for a teacher

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Hi there,

 

Im new to this group so hello all. I'd like to ask a question about

the need for a teacher.

 

Im a physicist from the UK and have experience in chinese qigong,

martial arts and meditation. I'd like to start practicing Kundalini

and Kriya yoga but there are no qualified teachers even close to my area.

 

I have an excellent book on the subject which gives clear intructions

and it seems very easy to follow. But ive seen health warnings

everywhere advising not to do without a teacher, which makes me not

want to begin the practice. Is it essential to have a teacher? Given

my previous experience with other systems (in which i did have a teacher).

 

Thanks :-)

Jak