Chakras are the energy vortexs of our body. Although there are literally thousands of them in our body, most people focus on the seven main chakras. The word chakra comes from the word "cakra" which means wheel. The wheel represents energy and balance in life, as does the chakra.
So how do I use these chakras? Most people, including myself use them during meditation as a form of healing. Once you become more intune with your body's own energies, you will be able to feel when they are no longer in balance. I use meditation as a form of balancing my body's energies... I picture each chakra as a glowing ball of colour. If some of those balls are dimmer than others, I spend more time focusing on those in order to heal them. I know this may seem overwhelming, but everything does at the beginning... practice makes perfect.
The following is a list of the seven chakras, their properties and associated colours.
THE ROOT OR BASE CHAKRA
This chakra is located at the base of our spine. It represents our relationship to to the earth, stability and a connection to mundane or material things (these include success, patience and courage).
Element: Earth
Colour: Red
Stones: Ruby, Garnet and Bloodstone
THE NAVEL OR SACRAL CHAKRA
This chakra is located just above the navel, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 inches. It relates to our sexuality, sensuality, pleasure, emotions, creativity and enthusiasm.
Element: Water
Colour: Orange
Stones: Coral or Carnelian
THE SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA
This chakra is located just below the chest. Some people think of this chakra as our personal power centre; our ability to pick up vibrations and other people's energies. It represents self-control, transformation, energy, inner wisdom and happiness.
Element: Fire
Colour: Yellow
Stones: Amber or Citrine
THE HEART CHAKRA
This chakra is located directly over the heart. This chakra aids us in grounding our own energies and feeling empathy towards others. It corresponds with feelings, understanding, compassion, love, trust, devotion, self esteem and healing.
Element: Air
Colour: Green
Stones: Jade or Aventurine
THE THROAT CHAKRA
Located at the front of the throat. This chakra is our communication centre and allows for effective communication, creative expression, inspiration and openness. It represents truth, wisdome, knowledge and honesty.
Element: Spirit
Colour: Blue
Stones: Lapis
THE THIRD EYE CHAKRA
This chakra is located on the forehead. This chakra represents our pyschic ability; intuition, inner senses, perception, manifestation, projection, enlightenment and concentration.
Element: None
Colour: Indigo
Stones: Blue Sodalite and some Lapis
THE CROWN CHAKRA
This chakra is located at the top of our head, or our crown. It represents our connection with the deities (the God and Goddess) and our higher selves. It corresponds with wisdom, divine understanding, unversalism, unity, inspiration and spirituality.
Element: None
Colour: Violet
Stones: Crystals or Amethyst
If you would like a more detailed chakra meditation explanation, please click here.
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