A. Namaste. On this path we do not focus on particular mantras. It is our philosophy that if mantra is required it will occur spontaneously during sadhana via the grace of Kundalini shakti. To that end we do not teach any mantra nor require specific mantra japa.
There is on occasion some confusion regarding the mantras used during diksha. These mantras are not intended to become the focal point of sadhana and are not required to be repeated. When first diksha is given by mantra through this ashram (which it usually is, but not always) the seeker will hear an invocatory bija mantra and then the diksha mantra which takes the form of a moksha mantra. The bija (seed) mantra implores consciousness to bestow grace and grant blessings for the start of the Maha Yoga path. The moksha (liberation) mantra carries within it's form the knowledge of Brahman. It is designed to speak directly to consciousness within the seeker. These mantras are not shared outside of diksha and vary between teacher and student. These mantras are most often not used outside of diksha.
Sometimes a sadhak will have a very difficult time stilling the mind when first starting sadhana and will ask for a focus to still the mind. The best method if this is the case is focus on the natural breath. If for some reason breath focus does not assist in stilling the mind then it may be acceptable to use Om, Soham, or Om Tat Sat. Mahamrityunjaya can also be used to good effect if the seeker is familiar and comfortable with it's use.
There is on occasion some confusion regarding the mantras used during diksha. These mantras are not intended to become the focal point of sadhana and are not required to be repeated. When first diksha is given by mantra through this ashram (which it usually is, but not always) the seeker will hear an invocatory bija mantra and then the diksha mantra which takes the form of a moksha mantra. The bija (seed) mantra implores consciousness to bestow grace and grant blessings for the start of the Maha Yoga path. The moksha (liberation) mantra carries within it's form the knowledge of Brahman. It is designed to speak directly to consciousness within the seeker. These mantras are not shared outside of diksha and vary between teacher and student. These mantras are most often not used outside of diksha.
Sometimes a sadhak will have a very difficult time stilling the mind when first starting sadhana and will ask for a focus to still the mind. The best method if this is the case is focus on the natural breath. If for some reason breath focus does not assist in stilling the mind then it may be acceptable to use Om, Soham, or Om Tat Sat. Mahamrityunjaya can also be used to good effect if the seeker is familiar and comfortable with it's use.