Chakras

What is an Energy Center or Chakra?

• Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning wheel and the chakras can be seen to be coloured, circular energy vortices or simply coloured discs. 
• If we were able to see the chakras we would observe a wheel of energy continuously revolving or rotating.
• Chakras are in different dimensions to our physical selves – they are at higher vibrations. 
• The first thing to notice about the colours of the chakras is that they are the colours of the rainbow – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. When these colours of light are combined they make white – the colour of the spirit. 
• Red light has the lowest frequency and violet the highest just as the red chakra is to do with the physical and violet to do with the spiritual.
• Each chakra tends to be primarily related to certain organs, glands, and life issues.
• Each chakra supports physical well-being by providing vitality to the physical body as well as psychological and emotional balance.
• Blocked energy in our 7 Chakras can often lead to illness so it's important to understand what each Chakra represents and what we can do to keep this energy flowing freely.

Seven Major Chakras

Root Chakra (Muladhara)

• Location: Base of the spine and is closest to the earth
• Color: red 
• Gland: Adrenal 
• Element: Earth
• Sense: Smell
• Function: Survival issues, physical vitality, seat of Kundalini, creative expression, abundance issues.
• Mantra: I am
• Seed Mantra: Lam
• Leaves/Petals: 4
• Yoga Path: Hatha
• Food Type: Proteins, Root Vegetables, Spices
• Physical: Teeth, Legs, Feet, Elimination System, Kidneys, Bladder, Blood
• Effects: Courage, Stability, Security, Finanacial Abundance, Easy Manifestation, Success in the Physical World, Grounding, Physical Wellbeing, Strong Survival Instints
• Associated Stones: Homatite, Red Fasper, Black Onyx, Black Tourmaline, Garnet, Red or Black Stones and Crystals
• Illness: Constipation, Diarrhea, Uninary Tract Infections, Cold Hands or Feet, Kidney Stones, Irrational Fears, Financhial Problems.
• Root Stimulants: Physical exercise and restful sleeps, gardening, pottery and clay. Red food & drink. Red gemstones, red clothing, bathing in red, etc. Using red oils such as ylang ylang or sandalwood essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I WILL”. I am grounded, safe, and secure. I make a good living doing what I love. I am stable, strong, and healthy.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To feel safe and secure in the “physical plane”, to manifest our basic needs, to be nourished, to experience belonging to the whole.

Sacral Chakra (Swadisthana)

• Location: Between the navel and the genitals (front & back)
• Color:  colors orange and red-orange. This is our intuitive center. 
• Gland: The gonads(ovaries and testicles), prostate gland
• Element: Water
• Sense: Taste
• Function: Center of sexual energy, feeling - emotion center
• Mantra: I Feel
• Seed Mantra: Vam
• Leaves/Petals: 6
• Yoga Path: Tantra
• Food Type: Liquids, Sweet fruits, Raw honey, Nuts, Spices, Meat, Fish, Grains, Fruits, Grains
• Physical: Lower Abdomen, Uterus, Large Intestine, Prostate, Ovaries and Testicles
• Effects: Sexuality, Healthy Emotion, Physical Relationships, Spontaneity, Energy, Zest for Life and Creativity
• Associated Stones: Carelian, Red Fasper, Amber, Goldstone, Orange Stones and Crystals
• Illness: Pre-Menstrual Syndrome, Ovarian Cysts and Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Irregular Menstrual Cycles, Prostate Cancer, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Endomentriosis, Testicular Cancer, Joint Stiffness, Overly Dominant or Overly Submissive Relationships
• Sacral Stimulants: Hot aromatic baths, water aerobics, massage.Embracing sensation (such as different food tastes). Orange food & drink. Orange gemstones and orange clothing. Using orange oils such as melissa or orange essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I FEEL”. I am creative, and adaptable. I am a sensual and sexual being. I am able to enjoy the pleasures of life.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To bond and connect our emotions with others without losing our identity and to freely express creativity.

Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

• Location: Above the navel in the solar plexus (front & back)
• Color: Yellow
• Gland: Pancreas
• Element: Fire
• Sense: Sight
• Function: Power and wisdom center
• Mantra: I do
• Seed Mantra: Ram
• Leaves/Petals: 10
• Yoga Path: Karma
• Food Type: Carbohydrates, Root Vegetables, Granola, Grains, Dairy, Spices
• Physcial: Liver, Stomach, Spleen, Pancreas, Digestive tract, Gall bladdr, Nervous System, lower back
• Effects: Healthy Ego, Self-Confidence, Personal Power, Ambition, Drive, Sharp Intellect, Decisiveness, Feeling In Control of One's Life and Destiny
• Associated Stones: Yellow Jasper, Yellow or Gold Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Citrine, Yellow or Brown/Yellow Stones and Crystals
• Illness: Ulcers, Pancreatitis/Pancreatic Cancer, Jaundice, Nausea, Digestive Problems, Diabetes, Gall Stones, Gas, Procrastination, Insecurities in Career or Relationships, Weakness
• Solar Plexus Stimulants: Taking classes, reading informative books, doing mind puzzles. Sunshine. Detoxication programs. Yellow food & drink. Yellow gemstones and yellow clothing. Using yellow oils such as lemon or rosemary essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I CAN”. I can do anything I set m mind to. I am powerful and use power wisely. I have a good sense of humor and laugh often.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To experience the depth of who we are, without reservation, fear, or controlling others, to live our life task or soul’s life purpose.

Heart Chakra (Anahata)

• Location: At the heart level (front & back)
• Color: green/or pink
• Gland: Thymus gland
• Element: Air
• Sense: Touch
• Function: Love, compassion
• Mantra: I love
• Seed Mantra: Yum
• Leaves/Petals: 12
• Yoga Path: Bhakti
• Food Type: Vegetables, Fruits, Leafy vegetables, Liquids, Spices
• Physical: Heart, Thymus Gland, Lower Lungs, Circulatory System, Hands, Skin, Upper Back
• Effects: Unconditional Love for Self and Others, Compassion, Emotional Balance, Ability to give and receive love, Acceptance of Self and Others.
• Associated Stones: Jade, Rose Quartz, Green Aventurine, Malachite, Peridot, Rhodocrisite, Unakite, Green or Pink Stones and Crystals
• Illness: Heart disease, Various Veins, Immune disorders, Breast Cancer, Allergies, Rashes, Acne, Lupus
• Heart Stimulants: Nature walks, time spent with family or friends. Green food & drink. Green gemstones and green clothing. Using green oils such as eucalyptus or pine essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I LOVE”. I am loving and lovable. I am deeply compassionate. I am a source of healing in the world.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To experience compassion and connection with oneself and others.

Throat Chakra (Visuddha)

• Location: At the throat area (front & back)
• Color: sky-blue 
• Gland: Thyroid 
• Element: Ether/Space, Earth, S
• Sense: Hearing
• Function: Communication, self-expression, clairaudience.
• Mantra: I Speak
• Seed Mantra: Hum
• Leaves/Petals: 16
• Yoga Path: Mantra
• Food Type: Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Liquids, tart or tangy fruits, Other tree-grown fruits, Spices
• Physical: Throat, Lungs, Thyroid, Vocal chords, Neck, Jaw, Upper Digestive Tract, Alimentary Canal, Arms
• Effects: Communication, Expression, Creativity, Harmony Between Inner and Outside Worlds, Will, Freedom, Honesty, Openness
• Associated Stones: Turquoise, Blue Agate, Blue Chalcedony, Blue Stones and Crystals, Sodalite, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz
• Illness: Repression, Sadness, Inability to translate thought to words, Sore Throat, Canker Sores, Asthma, Thyroid Problem
• Throat Stimulants: Singing (in the shower), poetry, stamp or art collecting. Meaningful conversations. Blue food & drink. Blue gemstones and blue clothing. Using blue oils such as chamomile or geranium essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I SPEAK”. I know my truth and I share it. I am guided by my deepest purpose. My life is guided by divine synchronicity.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To be heard and understood, to speak and receive the Truth

Third-Eye Chakra (Brow/Anja Chakra)

• Location:  At the forehead (front & back)
• Color: Indigo 
• Gland: Pituitary 
• Element: Electrical or telepathic energy, Light & Water
• Sense: Thought
• Function: Intuitive center, seat of will and clairvoyance.
• Mantra: I See
• Seed Mantra: Aum
• Leaves/Petals: 2
• Yoga Path: Tantra
• Food Type: Beauty (visual feast), Echinacea, Eggplant, Ginseng, Vegan, Dark, Bluish colored fruits, Liquids, Spices
• Physical: Lower Brain, Nose, Mouth, Ears, Left Eye, Central Nervous System, Face
• Effects: Increase Intuition, Mental Clarity, Stability of Moods, Releasing of Childhood Trauma, Dissolves Fear, Peaceful Dreams, Restful Sleep, Forgiveness, and Letting Go of Resentment
• Associated Stones: Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Kyanite, Azurite, Lepidolite, Pearl, Purple Stones and Crystals.
• Illness: Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Nightmares, Headaches, Sinus Problems, Glaucoma, Near or Far Sightedness, Catracts, Facial acne, Facial rashes or boils.
• Brow Stimulants: Star gazing. Mediation Indigo food & drink. Indigo gemstones and indigo clothing. Using indigo oils such as patchouli or frankincense essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I SEE”. I am intuitive and follow my inner guidance. I always see the big picture. I avidly follow my dreams.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To use insight and intuition instead of judgment This is where peace and clarity automatically occur.

Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

• Location: The entire top of the head 
• Color: Violet (Gold)
• Gland: Pineal
• Element: Cosmic Energy, Spirit, Thought, Fire
• Sense: Seventh Sense
• Function: Connects us with our spiritual self
• Mantra: I understand
• Seed Mantra: Silence
• Leaves/Petals: 1000
• Yoga Path: Jnana
• Food Type: Fasting, Blackberry, Dark Blue Grapes and Garlic, Omnivorous, Air, Incense, Smudging, Herbs
• Physical: Brain, Spinal Cord, Cerebral cortex, right eye
• Effects: Seeing the Overall Picture, Connection to Universe, Oneness, Spiritual Awareness, Consciousness, Enlightenment
• Associated Stones: Cyrstal Quartz, Moonstone, Selenite, Pearl, Amethyst, Lepidolite, Calcite, White or Clear Stones and Crystals
• Illness: Frustration, Anger, Envy, Loneliness, Schizophrenia, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Confusion, Memory Loss/Poor Memory
• Crown Stimulants: Focusing on dreams. Writing down one’s visions and inventions. Violet food & drink. Violet gemstones and violet clothing. Using violet oils such as lavender or jasmine essential oils.
• Affirmations: “I KNOW”. I am intelligent and aware. I am one with everything. I have endless, great ideas.
• Life Lesson (Soul’s Desire): To experience the divine meaning to life.

- Brennan, Barbara Ann. Hands Of Light.

- Judith, Anodea. Eastern Body, Western Mind. 

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