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According to Hinduism and Buddhism, a chakra means an energy point or node in

the subtle body. There are several chakras in the body through which the life force or
vital energy moves. These vast pools of energy govern the psychological qualities of
a person.

Among the several chakras, there are seven main chakras four in the upper body
that control the mental properties and three in the lower body that control the
instinctual properties. These chakras are arranged vertically along the axial channel.

1. Muladhara (Root Chakra)

2. Svadhishthana (Sacral Chakra)
3. Manipura (Solar Plexus Chakra)
4. Anahata (Heart Chakra)
5. Vishuddha (Throat Chakra)
6. Ajna (Third-Eye Chakra)
7. Sahasrara (Crown Chakra)

The chakras are usually connected with a certain color as well as with some part of
consciousness.

A proper balance of all the chakras is important, as it contributes to a persons well-

being. If the chakras are not balanced, peace with oneself cannot be achieved.

Many times, some of the chakras are not open all the way, which can lead to
illness or dissatisfaction in life. This is when you need to open the chakras. This
can be done using mudras, which are special hand positions that have the power to
send more energy to particular chakras.
To enhance the effect of mudras, some particular sounds are also chanted. When
chanted, they cause a resonation in the body that can be felt at the chakra for which
they are meant.

Here are the details of the 7 chakras and how to open them.

1. Muladhara (Root Chakra)

Muladhara, or the Root chakra, portrays the flower lotus with four petals. This
chakras color is red and it is located at the perineum, the base of the spine in the
tailbone area.

This chakra is concerned with instinct, security and survival and also basic human
potentiality. It also has a relation to the sense of smell.
The Root chakra relates to the gonads and the adrenal medulla, which triggers the
fight-or-flight response when survival is under threat.

Those who are nervous or scared often must open this chakra to induce the feeling
of stability and security.

Tips to open the Root chakra:

1. Ground yourself by standing up straight and relaxed for several minutes.

2. After grounding for several minutes, sit cross-legged.
3. Allow the tips of your thumb and index finger to touch gently, in a peaceful
motion.
4. Now, concentrate on the Root chakra.
5. Chant the sound LAM, silently yet clearly.
6. Keep on taking deep breaths until you are completely relaxed.

Other tips:

The Root chakra represents the color red, hence from clothing to decorative items,
keep the color red in mind. Wearing a garnet stone as well as eating red-colored
fruits and vegetables, such as apples, beetroots and tomatoes, will also help.
You can also try yoga poses like the Mountain Pose, Standing Forward Bend, and
Sun Salutation to help balance your root chakra.

2. Svadhishthana (Sacral Chakra)

Svadhishthana, also known as the Sacral chakra, portrays a white lotus within which
is a crescent moon with six vermilion or orange petals.

This chakra is located at the lower abdomen, about two inches below the navel (belly
button) and two inches in. The color of this chakra is orange.

The Sacral chakra is concerned with emotion and represents desire, pleasure,
sexuality, procreation and creativity.

This chakra corresponds to the male testes or the female ovaries that produce the
various sex hormones involved in the reproductive cycle. It is also related to, more
generally, the genitourinary system and the adrenals.

As this chakra controls your feelings and sexuality, by opening it you can learn to be
open to people and be passionate about your relationship with your partner. Plus, an
imbalance in this chakra can contribute to compulsive or impulsive behavior.
Tips to open the Sacral chakra:

1. Sit on your knees, with your back straight but relaxed.

2. Lay your hands in your lap, palms ups.
3. Put the left hand underneath the right hand, with the left palm touching the
back fingers of the right hand.
4. Allow the tips of the thumbs to touch gently.
5. Now, concentrate on the Sacral chakra.
6. Silently, yet clearly, chant the sound VAM until you are completely relaxed.

Other tips:

The color of this chakra is orange, so try wearing clothes in different shades of
orange. Try to use the same color for decorating your home and office. Also, include
orange-colored fruits and vegetables in your diet.

To help open this chakra, you can also perform yoga poses like the Pigeon Pose,
Reclined Cobbler Pose, and Frog Pose.

3. Manipura (Solar Plexus Chakra)

Manipura, also known as the Solar Plexus or Navel chakra, is located at the upper
abdomen in the stomach area, right in between your rib cage.

The Solar Plexus chakra is symbolized by a downward-pointing triangle with 10

petals, along with the color yellow. The color of this chakra is yellow.
This chakra is related to the metabolic and digestive systems. The key issues
controlled by this chakra are personal power, fear, anxiety and introversion.

This chakra corresponds to the islets of Langerhans, groups of cells in the pancreas,
as well as the outer adrenal glands and the adrenal cortex.

Those who have low self-esteem and confidence can benefit by opening this chakra.
If you are indecisive or timid, try opening this chakra.

Tips to open the Solar Plexus chakra:

1. Sit on your knees, with your back straight but relaxed.

2. Put your hands in front of your stomach, slightly below your Solar Plexus.
3. Allow your fingers to join at their tops, all pointing away from you.
4. Keep the thumbs crossed and straighten the other fingers.
5. Now, concentrate on the Solar Plexus chakra.
6. Silently, yet clearly, chant the sound RAM until you are completely relaxed.

Other tips:

As this chakra is connected with the color yellow, decorating your surroundings
keeping the yellow color in mind is very helpful. Adding lemon to your drinking
water as well as eating yellow fruits and vegetables is recommended. A bright yellow
citrine crystal is also helpful.

You can also try some yoga poses such as Full Boat Pose and Sun Salutation for
this chakra.

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4. Anahata (Heart Chakra)

Anahata, or the Heart chakra, is located at the center of chest just above the heart.
This chakra involves issues like complex emotions, compassion, tenderness,
unconditional love, equilibrium, rejection and well-being.

The Heart chakra is symbolized by a circular flower with 12 green petals known as
the heartmind. This chakra is related to the colors green or pink.
This chakra is related to the thymus (located in the chest), which is an important
element of the immune system as well as the endocrine system.

Those who are having problems with relationships must open this chakra. By
opening this chakra, you will be more compassionate and friendly, which are very
important for good relationships and interactions with others.

Plus, blockage in this chakra can manifest in the form of immune system , lung and
heart problems.

Tips to open the Heart chakra:

1. Sit cross-legged and keep your body and mind as relaxed as possible.
2. Allow the tips of your index finger and thumb to touch on both hands.
3. Put your left hand on your left knee.
4. Bring your right hand in front of the lower part of your breastbone.
5. Now, concentrate on the Heart chakra, located just above the heart.
6. Silently, but clearly, chant the sound YAM for about 10 minutes.

Other tips:

The color of this chakra is green, so try to wear clothing and decorate your space
keeping in mind the color green. Eat green vegetables and fruits, such as avocados
or grapes. You can even wear a jade gem.

Yoga poses such as Cobra Pose, Camel Pose or simple alternate nostril breathing
can be of great help in balancing this chakra.

5. Vishuddha (Throat Chakra)

Vishuddha, also known as the Throat chakra, is related to communication and
growth through expression. Physically it governs communication, emotionally it
governs independence, and spiritually it governs a sense of security.

The Throat chakra portrays a silver crescent within a white circle, with 16 light or
pale blue or turquoise petals.
This chakra is paralleled to the thyroid, a gland that produces thyroid hormones,
responsible for growth and maturation.

This chakra is about self-expression and creativity, hence those who are shy and
introverted should try to open this chakra.

Tips to open the Throat chakra:

1. Sit cross-legged and keep your mind and body relaxed.

2. Cross your fingers on the inside of your hands, minus the thumbs.
3. Allow the thumbs to touch at their tops, and pull them up a bit.
4. Now, concentrate on the Throat chakra, located at the base of the throat.
5. Silently, but clearly, chant the sound HAM. Keep chanting for about 5 to 10
minutes.

Other tips:

Blue is the color for this chakra. Hence, try to decorate your home or office in shades
of blue. Also, include blue foods like blueberries in your diet. You can also wear
lapis-lazuli gems.
You can also practice yoga poses like the Fish Pose, Lion Pose and Bridge Pose to
help open your throat chakra.

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6. Ajna (Third-Eye Chakra)

Ajna, also known as the Third-Eye chakra, deals with visual consciousness.
Emotionally, this chakra deals with clarity on an intuitive level.

Symbolized by a lotus with two petals, this chakra is located near the center of the
forehead, a little above the eyebrows. It is represented by the colors violet, indigo or
deep blue.

This chakra aids in balancing the higher and lower selves and trusting inner
guidance. It also covers intelligence and observation.
This chakra is linked to the pineal gland, a light-sensitive gland that produces the
hormone melatonin that regulates sleep and waking up.

Those who are not very good at thinking for themselves, are prone to
depression, rely on authorities or get confused easily would benefit highly by opening
this particular chakra.

Tips to open the Third-Eye chakra:

1. Sit cross-legged in a relaxed state of mind.

2. Put your hands in front of the lower part of your breasts.
3. Keep your middle fingers straight, touching their tops and pointing away from
your body.
4. Keep the other fingers bended and touching at the upper two phalanges.
5. The thumbs should point toward you and touch at the tops.
6. Now, concentrate on the Third-Eye chakra, located a little above the center of
the two eyebrows.
7. Silently, but clearly, chant the sound OM. Keep chanting until your feelings
are intensified.

Other tips:

An intense shade of blue clothing or home dcor using lavender flowers will help
you. Also, meditating while looking at the deep blue color of the evening sky will
help. You can even wear azurite stone.

You can also practice yoga poses like the Child Pose and Download Facing Dog to
help balance this chakra.

7. Sahasrara (Crown Chakra)

Sahasrara, also known as the Crown chakra, is considered to be the state of pure
consciousness. Within this consciousness, there is neither object nor subject.

Symbolized by a lotus with 1,000 multicolored petals, this chakra is located on the
top of the head, in the same place as the soft spot on a newborns head. It is
represented by the colors violet and white.
It involves issues such as inner wisdom and the death of the body. Its role is similar
to that of the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones that communicate with the
endocrine system and also connects to the central nervous system through the
hypothalamus.

People who are not aware of spirituality or lack focus or direction in life should open
this chakra. Blockage in this chakra can also contribute to psychological problems.

Tips to open the Crown chakra:

1. Sit cross-legged, keeping your body relaxed and mind at peace.

2. Put your hands in front of your stomach.
3. Allow your ring fingers to point up, touching at their tops.
4. Keep the rest of your fingers crossed, with the left thumb underneath the right.
5. Now, concentrate on the Crown chakra located at the top of your head.
6. Silently, chant the sound NG for about 10 minutes. Make sure you chant it
clearly.

Warning: Never use this meditation for the Crown chakra while your Root chakra is
weak.
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Chakra Healing: 9
Amazing Ways To Clean
And Heal Your Chakras
Even though there are 100s of Chakras there are seven main ones that are typically
dealt with when it comes to healing. The Chakras begin at the bottom area of your
spinal cord at the point of the coccyx bone and then travel along up the spinal cord
to the very top part of your head.
These are the Root Chakra, Sacral Chakra, Solar Plexus Chakra, Heart Chakra,
Throat Chakra, Third Eye Chakra, and Crown Chakra.
The goal behind all spiritual practices is to reach a place of balance between spirit,
body, earth and health, universality and grounding. Below are a few
fantastic techniques used to clean and heal the Chakras.
1) Chakra Meditation
It is recommended to approach healing from 2 directions when it comes to Chakra
meditation:
Focusing On The Level Of Cause
Unless the cause level has not been addressed, effects such as feeling distressed or
upset inside the body, emotions and body will persist. For this reason Chakra
meditation should involve any type of meditation that assists in bringing attention
to yourself to a state of pure awareness.
Focusing On the Levels Of Effects
The next meditation involves other variations of Chakra meditation used to ease
the feelings or effects of being isolated and separated opposed to the Whole that
we actually are. Some of these meditations include: The Wellbeing Boat, Inner
Vision Meditation and White Light Chakra Meditation.
If you are new to Chakra Meditation, a guided meditation may be the right fit for
you. Put headphones on, sit down and follow the guide's voice and instructions.
There are guided meditations for every taste - you could start with this one:
2) Affirmations
One of the powerful tools used for Chakra healing are affirmations. Affirmations
are positive statements that have the function of strengthening and healing
damaged part of ourselves. When working with affirmations, we are able to focus
on various aspects, one at a time. Here are some examples of affirmations for the
various Chakras:

1. The Root Chakra I am filled with humility. I am enough as I am.

2. The Sacral Chakra I am radiant, beautiful and strong and enjoy a healthy
and passionate life
3. The Solar Plexus I accept myself completely. I accept that I have
strengths and I accept that I have weaknesses.
4. The Heart Chakra Love is the answer to everything in life, and I give and
receive love unconditionally
5. The Throat Chakra My thoughts are positive, and I always express myself
truthfully and clearly
6. The Third Eye Chakra I am wise, and I understand the true meaning of
lifes situations
7. The Crown Chakra I am complete and one with the divine energy

3) Balancing through Massage

Massage is another common technique used for Chakra healing below is the
massage methods used on each of the Chakras:
The Root Chakra
Massaging the gluteal muscles, legs and feet encourages energy flow better known
as prana in this region.
The Sacral Chakra
Myofascial release for the hip flexors along with releasing the iliopsoas muscle
helps to release tension in the hips. This helps them to open up for energy flow to
the sacral Chakra.
The Solar Plexus
This area is massaged by applying oils to the abdomen area using clockwise
directions around the area of the navel. This encourages waste elimination and
improves the organ functions by bringing about conscious awareness to this
personal power center
The Heart Chakra
Massaging the area of the upper back and a gentle traction to the shoulder joint and
arm along with myofascial releases the pectoral muscles that assist in opening up
this particular Chakra region.
The Throat Chakra
Gentle neck traction and release of restricted fascia tissues that surrounds the back
and front of the neck is then followed by a gentle massage of the neck and the
attachments to the base of the head.
The Third Eye Chakra
The massage used for the Anja Chakra includes a massage technique known as
brow stripping that includes the muscles in the jaw area, temples and nasal
sinuses.
The Crown Chakra
A scalp massage furthers the connection to the Crown Chakra followed by hair
pulls and cervical traction to release cranial-tissue adhesion's.
4) Color Vibration
When exposed to different types of colors that all have a different vibration, our
physical state, emotions and moods can be changed. We are able to rebalance the
Chakras by exposing our body to different colors in our homes, our food and the
clothes that we wear. Other ways to absorb colors is to wear color glasses that
absorb the vibrations needed in our bodies.
Every Chakra has a different color associated - you can learn more at this 7
Chakras overview.
5) Health through Music
Every Chakra responds to various Chakra Sound Healing Frequencies. Some of the
popular techniques include the Solfeggio that is music frequencies used to create
healing sounds. Another type of music commonly used would be the Isochronic
Chakra Suite that are brainwave entrainment techniques that include Tibetan
singing bowls combined with Solfeggio frequencies.
6) Professional Energy Healers
Professional energy healers offer services that examine a persons energy levels in
their Chakra system as well as locate the causes of blockages. After a thorough
examination they are able to offer suitable healing treatments in regards to Chakra
healing.
7) Chakra Stones
The Chakra stones are known as healing crystals that contain specific colors and
vibrations. Every Chakra has a specified color, and this same color can be used in
Chakra healing. However, even though the majority of stones with a certain color
will be used to heal a specific Chakra, there are a few stones that can be utilized to
heal multiple Chakras i.e. Clear quartz.
8) Yoga
When the wheel-of-energy or a Chakra is stuck it can be beneficial to release the
energy or prana using movement. Yoga postures have been recognized as a
fantastic technique to release stuck or stagnant energy out of the body. This
encourages the flow of vital and fresh energy back into the body through breath
and postures.
9) Essential Oils
Essential oils also form an important part of Chakra healing and are generally used
combined with massage techniques. Below is a list of recommended oils for each
Chakra:

1st Chakra: St. Johns Wort, Angelica, Patchouli and Frankincense

 2nd Chakra: Orange, Neroli, Clove, Juniper and Rosemary
3rd Chakra: Lemon, Rosemary, Peppermint, Yarrow and Marjoram
4th Chakra: Melissa, Rosewood, Basil and Rose
5th Chakra: Lemongrass, Sage and Blue chamomile
6th Chakra: Clary sage, Elemi, Spruce and Lavender
7th Chakra: Geranium, Myrrh, Gotu Kola and Sandalwood

Other tips:

To open this chakra, place violet flowers or decorative items around the house or
office. You can also wear amethyst and eat foods with a violet color, such as figs.

Practicing gratitude also helps open this chakra.

Yoga poses like Sun Salutation and Warrior Pose are also beneficial in clearing this
chakra.

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 BACH FLOWER
REMEDIES AND THE CHAKRAS
Dr. Edward Bach discovered the Original Bach Flower Remedies which is a system
of 38 Flower Remedies that corrects emotional imbalances where negative emotions
are replaced with positive. They are a form of vibrational (Energy) medicine. The
signature of the vibrations of the essence resonates at a deep emotional level and
are believed to bring balance and harmony.

The Bach Flower Remedies work in conjunction with herbs, homeopathy and
medications and are safe for everyone, including children, pets, elderly and even
plants. Although it is stated that they are safe for pregnant women, I personally
prefer to recommend seeking professional advice before taking any form of
medication whether it be natural, alternative or conventional. They are suspended
within an alcohol base so this must be taken into consideration for those with
sensitivity or religious reasons to avoid alcohol.

Healing & Balancing the Emotional Body

When I see clients for coaching, healing or reading their auric

field, I often recommend the Bach Flower remedies when I sense emotional
blockages in their energy field. Below is the list that I use when I intuit any
imbalance emanating from within the chakras. I will often select two remedies and
combine together. Each chakra has a complimentary chakra in healing
practice: The Root/The Heart, The Sacral/The Throat and The Solar Plexus/The
Crown (and 3rd Eye). Therefore, I select one remedy from each of the compliments
to bring balance and harmony in the emotional body. For example, if I detect
imbalance in the Throat Chakra I will determine which remedy best suits (sometimes
with the use of a pendulum) and then select a remedy for the Sacral Chakra. This
will from the prescription for the healing and balancing of the emotional block.
How to take the Remedies
You can make up your own Bach Flower treatment bottle by adding 2 drops of each
of the selected Bach Flower Remedies to a 30 ml/1 oz mixing bottle. You can
combine up to 6 or 7 Remedies in a treatment bottle. Or just select two remedies
and take directly from the bottles as indicated below.

As preservative (optional) you can add 1 teaspoon brandy, apple cider vinegar or
vegetable glycerin.

You then fill the bottle to the top with water and from this mixture you take 4 drops, 4
times a day until you feel better. I recommend taking the drops over a 10 day period,
however, if you wake up one day feeling a bit out of sort, you can add 1-2 drops of a
remedy or more, to a drink and take small sips throughout the day until you feel
better.

Combining just two of the remedies you can take them as often as needed, either by
adding 2-4 drops directly in your mouth, under the tongue, or adding 2-4 drops in a
glass of water and drink it slowly over a period of time.

BACH FLOWER REMEDIES FOR THE CHAKRAS

ROOT CHAKRA

Cherry Plum Letting go

Clematis Grounding & Earthing

Gorse Integration of joy and sorrow

Pine Taking responsibility for your life

Sweet Chestnut Trusting Self

SACRAL CHAKRA

Crab Apple Getting rid of what you cannot digest

Elm From Creativity to Manifestation

Mimulus Finding your Inner Freedom

Oak Surrender

Rock Water Discipline and letting go

Vervain Accepting self and others

Wild rose Taking part in life fully and joyfully

SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA

Aspen Overcoming fear

Hornbeam Being able to achieve personal goals

Impatiens Patience

Larch Self awareness

Scleranthus Balance within yourself

Star of Bethlehem Ability to act from inner joy

HEART CHAKRA
Centaury Service

Chicory Overcoming distance

Heather Unconditional love

Holly Free flowing love energy

Honeysuckle Living in the here and now

Red chestnut The ability to express true love

Rock Rose Overcoming ego limitations

THROAT CHAKRA

Agrimony Fusing thinking and feeling

Mustard Trusting your self, even in difficult times

Wild oat Communicating from your deepest soul

Willow Making space for creativity

THIRD EYE/CROWN CHAKRA

Beech Tolerance

Cerato Following your inner guide

Chestnut bud Being open to learning from life

Gentian Acceptance

Olive Trusting cosmic harmony

 Vine Accepting authority

Walnut Being able to listen to your inner voice

White chestnut An aid to meditation

I hope that you find this information of use to you so that you can begin to build your
own Energy Medicine Toolkit for your emotional healing and wellbeing. See our post
on Essential Oils for the Chakra for more inspiration.
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