Beginner's Guide to the 7 Chakras and their Significance
What are the 7 Chakras in our Body?
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The word "Chakra" in Sanskrit means "Wheel" i.e. A human body consists of 7 main wheels or energy spots that connect from the base of the spine to the top of the head.
The energy spots need to be open or unblocked to function efficiently or else there will be physical, mental, or emotional imbalances in a person. It also affects the mindset as well as the well-being of an individual.
The 7 Primary Chakras in a body are as follows.
1. Root Chakra or Muladhara
This is the First main chakra in the body. This spinning energy or Prana is situated at the tail of the spine or coccyx. "Muladhara" means "Root of existence" in Sanskrit and is connected to the Earth element. It is responsible for the sense of security in a person and this energy drives us in our day-to-day physical activities & accomplishments.
| Root Chakra / Muladhara | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Fearful | Safe & Secure | Greed, Lust |
| Nervous | Grounded | Aggressive |
| Financial instability | Calm | Materialistic |
| Ungrounded | Contented | Sluggish |
| Underweight | Stable | Overweight |
The Physical Symptoms of Blocked (Root Chakra) are
- Sleeping disorder
- Constipation and bowel issues.
- Weight gain or loss.
- Low Immunity or weakened Immunity.
- Fatigue.
- One experiences pain or has issues in the lower body, including the lower back, legs, feet, knees, and the base of the spine.
To clear up the Root Chakra one needs to
- Walk barefoot outdoors.
- Practice Yoga asanas such as Malaasana, Sukhasana, Balasana, Uttanasana & Tadasana.
- Perform Mudras
- Chanting Beej mantra "LAM"
- Repeat Affirmations related to Root Chakras
- Practice Meditation
- Apply Essential oils
- Having A diet plan of grains, nuts, legumes & root vegetables
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2. Sacral Chakra or Swadisthana
This is the second significant chakra in the body. This Energy is situated in the Lumbar Spine just below the navel. "Swadisthana" in Sanskrit means "one's own abode". It denotes Creativity, Pleasure, and Enjoyment and is connected to the Water element.
| Sacral Chakra/Swadhistana | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Lack of Creativity | Creative | Over-emotional |
| Exhaustion | Passionate | Manipulative |
| Fear of Pleasure | Optimistic | High Libido |
| Lack of desire | Connected | Moody, Impulsive |
| Self Critical | Mindful | Erratic |
The Physical Symptoms of obstructed (Sacral Chakra) are
- Low Back Pain (chronic)
- Issues with Ovaries & reproductive system
- Urinary tract infections
- Impotence
- Issues with Bladder & Kidneys
- Other pelvic–lower abdominal issues
To unclog the Sacral Chakra one need to
- Practice Meditation and Yogasana like Paschimottanasana, Viparita Virabhadrasana,Supta Baddha Konasana and Prasarita Padottanasana
- Apply Essential oils
- Have Diet Supplements like carrots, mango, oranges, orange peppers, peaches, apricots, sweet potato, Omega 3, etc
- Chant The Beej mantra "VAM"
- Chant Affirmations
- Use Crystals and stones like Tiger's Eye, Citrine, Carnelian, & Orange Calcite
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3. Solar Plexus Chakra or Manipura
This is the third important chakra in the body. This Chakra is located in the stomach area (navel). Manipura in Sanskrit translates to " City of Gems" or "lustrous gem". and its color is Yellow and is associated with Fire and Sun. It represents Self-confidence & Self Esteem. As the energy flows, the individual will have a deep understanding of their purpose in life.
Here are the symptoms when Solar Plexus Chakra is Underactive, Balanced, Or Overactive.
| Solar Plexus Chakra/Manipura | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Low Self-Esteem | Confident | Hunger for Power |
| lack of Self Trust | In Control | Domineering |
| Insecure | Good Self-image | Manipulative |
| Lacks Courage | Assertive | Aggressive |
The Physical Symptoms of lack of balance in (Solar Plexus Chakra) are
- Digestive System disorders
- Pancreas & Gallbladder disorders
To rebalance the Solar Plexus Chakra one needs to
- Perform Yogasanas like Navasana, Dhanurasana, Veerabadrasana
- Pranayama
- Optimized Digestion. ...
- Binaural
Beats Meditation.
- Use Essential Oils
- Chant Beej Mantra "RAM"
- Have grains like cereal, rice, flax seed, sunflower seeds Milk products like milk, cheeses, and yogurt. Ginger, mints, chamomile, turmeric, cumin, fennel.
- Sleeping on Time
- Using Crystal & Stones like Citrine, Amber,
Calcite, Tigers Eye, Pyrite, Yellow Jasper, etc
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4. Heart Chakra Or Anahata
This is the fourth primary chakra in the body and is located in the chest area. In Sanskrit "Anahata means " Unhurt", "Unstuck" & "Unbeaten". Anahata chakra deals with Unconditional Love, Happiness & joy for self and others. This chakra is the bridge between the upper chakras and lower chakras and is associated with Air. The color linked to it is Green as it represents Love, Empathy & Passion.
| Heart Chakra/Anahata | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| No Empathy | Compassionate | Jealous |
| Bitter | Peaceful | Co-dependent |
| Withdrawn | Wise | Self-sacrificing |
| Isolated | Open-hearted | Clinging |
To Balance or open up the Heart Chakra one need to
- Practice Meditation
- Practice Back Bending exercises or Yogasanas that open the chest like Setu Bandha Sarvangasana, Bhujangasana, Urdhva Mukha Svanasana, Matsyasana, Dhanurasana & Ustrasana
- Repeat Heart-opening Affirmations
- Apply Essential oils
- Chant Beej Mantra "YAM"
- Have a Diet of Green vegetables like leafy greens, Broccoli, spinach, kale, cabbage, and celery, as well as green teas to start healing your heart chakra.
- Use Crystals for Love & relationship Healing like Rose Quartz, Green Aventurine, Rhodochrosite, Jade, and Amazonite.
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5. Throat Chakra or Vishuddha
This is the Fifth main Chakra of the body. It is situated at the throat & middle of the neck. "Vishuddha", the Sanskrit name for the throat chakra, means 'pure' or 'purification.
It signifies the space element and is associated with speaking, listening, honesty & self-expression, inner truth & communication.
| Throat Chakra/Vishuddha | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Unexpressive | Good communicator | Adamant |
| Reserved | Clear Voice | Insincere |
| Not a good listener | Honest | Rude & harsh |
| Inability to speak | Good Listener | Too expressive |
The Physical Symptoms of inactive (Throat Chakra)
are
- Thyroid issues
- Sore throat
- Gum disease
- Ear infection
- Soreness in mouth
- Sinus infection
- Tight shoulders
To unplug the Throat Chakra one needs to
- Practice Meditation
- Perform Pranayama
- Practice Back Bending exercises or Yogasanas that stretch your neck & shoulders like Simhasana, Bhujangasana, Halasana, Matsyasana, & Salamba Sarvangasana
- Repeat Affirmations
- Apply Essential oils
- Chant Beej Mantra "HAM"
- Keep A journal and express your ideas regularly
- Have a Diet of liquids like water, fruit juices, and herbal teas & fruits like apples, plums & pears
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6. Third Eye Chakra Or Ajna
This is the sixth main chakra in the body. "Ajna" in Sanskrit means "Command" or "Perceive" and is situated between the eyebrows. It encloses the pituitary gland, eyes, head, and lower part of the brain. It is associated with Perception, Intuition, Self-realization, and Imagination.
| Third Eye Chakra/Ajna | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Poor Judgement | Insightful | Nightmares |
| Lacks Focus | Imaginative | Delusion |
| Lack of insight | Good Memory | Hallucination |
| Poor Memory | Clear Thoughts | Obsessions |
Free up the Third Eye Chakra one needs to
- Focus on third eye Meditation
- Perform Pranayama
- Practice the Third Eye opening exercise or Yogasanas like Garudasana, Ardha Pincha Mayurasana, and Sirsasana
- Repeat Affirmations
- Apply Essential oils
- Chant Beej Mantra "OM"
- Try Gazing on Sun
- Have a Diet of Purple grapes, purple kale, blueberries, purple cabbage, eggplant, and purple carrots.
- Use Crystals Celestite, Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, and Selenite.
7. Crown Chakra or Sahasrara
This is the Final & the Seventh Chief Chakra in the Body. The Sanskrit name "Sahasrara" means "thousandfold" or "Thousand Petals". It is located at the top of the head and it is associated with Spiritual Connection & Universal Consciousness.
| Crown Chakra/Sahasrara | ||
|---|---|---|
| Underactive | Balanced | Overactive |
| Depression | Understanding | Confusion |
| Difficult in grasping | Mindful | Overly Intellectual |
| Skeptical | Strong Faith | Lacks Spirituality |
| Brain Fag | Spiritually connected | Disconnected |
Here are the Physical Symptoms
of an Imbalanced Crown Chakra
- Poor coordination.
- Chronic tension headaches.
- Exhaustion
To Activate the Third Eye Chakra one need to
- Focus on Meditation
- Perform Pranayama
- Practice the Third Eye opening exercise or Yogasanas like Sasaganasana, Savasana and Sirsasana
- Repeat Affirmations
- Apply Essential oils
- Chant Beej Mantra "OM"
- Have a Diet of Vegetables, Fruits, like purple grapes, purple kale, blueberries, purple cabbage, eggplant, and purple carrots. Herbal teas are also effective.
- Use Crystals Celestite, Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Moonstone, white Calcite, and Charoite.
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