The Chakras:

http://www.spiritdove.com/a_chakras.htm


The word 'chakra' is a Sanskrit word meaning 'wheel'. They are vortices of concentrated energy within our subtle body (aura) and they assimilate life force energy. Each chakra is associated with an organ and endocrine gland and each resonates at a different frequency which corresponds to the color spectrum. They are not visible to the human eye, being part of the energy system of the body.

There are hundreds of these energy centers within our aura but there are seven major chakras. Each of these relates to one of the seven levels of the aura and has a different color. Sometimes chakras can seem to be overactive and too open or sluggish and too closed. Ideally they are balanced individually and with one another, though this is rare due to our stressed lifestyle and level of spiritual development.


The Seven Primary Chakras


1st The Root Chakra known as the 'muladhara' in Sanskrit is located at the base of the spine.

2nd The Sacral Chakra or 'svadisthana' is located about 2 inches below the naval.

3rd The Solar Plexus or 'manipura' is located approximately 4 inches below the tip of the sternum.

4th The Heart Chakra or 'anahata' is found in the center of the chest area near the physical heart.

5th The Throat Chakra or 'vishuddha' is in the throat hollow over the larynx.

6th The Third Eye or Brow Chakra--'ajna'-- is in the middle of the forehead near the bridge of the nose

7th The Crown Chakra or 'sahasrara' is located directly at the top of the head .


When we do not feel well it is because something within our aura, and hence our physical body, is out of balance. This imbalance will show up in the chakra functioning. There are ways in which to balance our chakras, i.e. our mind, body, and emotions. Some are listed here, along with a little bit of information on colors and essential oils associated with each chakra.


The Root/Base Chakra. Located at the coccyx.

It is depicted as a lotus of four petals within which is a square and a downward pointing triangle. This chakra is concerned with basic survival, physical needs, the bones and skeletal structure and the adrenal glands. Its color is red; element is Earth energy. If insufficiently open one may feel spaced out and un-grounded. It is associated with the sense of smell. It resonates to the sound of drums.

Gemstones - Ruby, Red Jasper, Garnet, Hematite, Bloodstone, Smokey quartz.

Essential Oils Clary Sage, Patchouli, Cedarwood.

An un-balanced or blocked chakra: self-centered, bullying, dishonest, hyperactive. lack of confidence, low self-esteem, fearful, alienated, homeless. In balance one feels balanced, grounded, independent, healthy.

To balance a root chakra you may add the chakra-related ingredients mentioned above. Wear something red or burn a red candle. Wear a garnet or ruby if you have one. Music of drums and low vibrational sounds has a grounding effect which helps balance this chakra. Walk around outdoors, preferably near trees, and barefoot. The flower essences that vibrate to the color red - Dr Bach's Flower Remedies - Red Chestnut, Cherry Plum or Aspen.