Chakras are the focal points of energy in the body, and the human body has seven major chakras as well as many minor chakras. The smooth flow of energy through the chakras is crucial for their proper functioning.
The seven major chakras include:
-Root chakra
-Sacral chakra
-Solar plexus chakra
-Heart chakra
-Throat chakra
-Third eye chakra
-Crown chakra
When the chakras are balanced, it can lead to a healthy state of body, mind, and spirit. This includes a healthy, energetic body, a peaceful and joyful mind, and an open, receptive mindset that is full of hope and optimism.
However, when the chakras are blocked, it can lead to physical symptoms or illnesses in the corresponding parts of the body, and emotional imbalances. For example, the root chakra governs the sense of safety and security, and when it is balanced, it gives a sense of stability and security. However, when it is imbalanced, it can lead to feelings of insecurity and lack, and concerns about resources and money.
Therefore, it is important to maintain balance in the chakras, as it can help prevent many illnesses and physical symptoms. The chakra system helps us to easily detect the condition of our body and deal with it in a timely manner, avoiding the onset of diseases and pain. When all seven chakras are balanced, it represents a state of overall health and balance in our body, mind, and spirit, which can help us avoid entering into a state of helplessness and suffering.
Name: Solar Plexus Chakra, Power Chakra, Solar Chakra
Color: Yellow
Location: 5cm above the navel, in the solar plexus
Corresponding body parts: Abdomen, stomach, spleen, liver, gallbladder
[Issues]
-Increased self-esteem
-Following one's inner voice
-Practicing life missions and soul purposes
-Showing one's true self to the world
-Making choices and decisions
[Possible causes of blockage]
-Excessive or suppressed anger
-Not accepting oneself
-Wearing a mask to please others
-Making choices and decisions to satisfy society or others
[Imbalances and disharmony when unbalanced]
Physical:
-Arthritis
-Stomach ulcers
-Intestinal problems
-Diabetes
-Indigestion
-Anorexia or bulimia
-Fatigue
-Hepatitis
-Dysfunction of the liver or adrenal glands
Mental:
-Feeling very anxious and fearful
-Habitually criticizing others
-Unclear about one's own thoughts and goals
-Difficulty establishing trust
-Difficulty accepting the opinions of others
-Feeling threatened frequently
-Need for domination and control
-Self-hatred
-Transferring one's own interests to others and not making choices for oneself
[State when balanced]
-Clear judgment and decision-making abilities
-Fully experiencing the feeling of being one's true self
-Understanding the value of oneself
-Balance between spirituality andmaterial world
-High tolerance and acceptance of others and oneself
-Inner peace
[Healing methods]
<Essential oils>
Clove, Lemongrass, Roman chamomile, Juniper berry,
Black pepper, Rosemary
<Crystals>
Yellow citrine, amber, tiger's eye, yellow agate, pyrite
<Yoga poses>
Cat pose, sun salutation, boat pose
<Activities>
-Wearing yellow clothing
-Laughing more
-Daily visualization of building a protective shield for oneself. (Imagine that a very bright golden-white light starts to emanate from the solar plexus, expanding throughout the body and aura, creating an egg-shaped protective shield. Imagine that it is very bright and strong, which helps to protect oneself from being easily influenced by others' energies and to make one's most authentic choices.)
Name: Root Chakra, Base Chakra
Color: Red
Location: Base of the spine
Corresponding body parts: Whole body, muscles, bones, blood, feet, kidneys, coccyx, adrenal glands
[Issues]
-Sense of safety and security without survival doubts (food, clothing, and shelter)
-Safety and sense of belonging in the original family or group
-Ability to protect oneself (physically, mentally, emotionally)
[Possible causes of blockage]
-Parents spent less time with the child during childhood
-Neglected in group life
-Guilt
-Fear of life or existence
[Imbalances and disharmony when unbalanced]
Physical:
-Lower back pain
-Sciatica
-Varicose veins
-Hemorrhoids
-Knee problems
-Weight imbalance (overweight or underweight)
-Fatigue caused by adrenal fatigue
Mental:
-Depression
-Accumulated anger and frustration
-Worry about money and material life
[State when balanced]
-Full of energy and motivation
-Practical thinking and down-to-earth living
-Able to adapt and believe in natural laws
-Able to cope with the ups and downs of life
-Feel connected to the original family and group
[Healing methods]
<Essential oils>
Ginger, Vetiver, Patchouli, Benzoin, Myrrh
Dilute in a base oil for body massage or put in a diffuser
*If using on theskin, please pay attention to the concentration of essential oils.
<Crystals>
Ruby, Garnet, Black tourmaline, Hematite, Smoke quartz, Red jasper,
Black Rutilated Quartz,Obsidian
<Corresponding yoga poses>
Downward-facing dog, tree pose, child's pose
<Activities>
-Walk barefoot on soil, sand, or in nature
-Eat root vegetables (potatoes, carrots, etc.)
Name: Heart Chakra, Fourth Chakra
Color: Green
Location: Center of the chest
Corresponding body parts: Heart, thymus gland, circulatory system, lungs, ribs, diaphragm, pericardium, breasts, shoulders
[Issues]
-Self-acceptance and self-love
-Tolerance for oneself and others
-Empathy for others
-Connection with oneself and others
-Unconditional love
[Possible causes of blockage]
-Suppressed sadness
-Habit of forcing oneself
[Imbalances and disharmony when unbalanced]
Physical:
- Heart disease
- Congestive heart failure
- Asthma
- Lung cancer
- Breast cancer
- High blood pressure
- Respiratory illnesses
- Autoimmune diseases (lymphocytes attacking normal cells)
Mental:
- Strong self-denial
- Habit of enduring
- Attempting to control others
- Not feeling worthy of love
- Unable to understand one's true self and becoming depressed
- Unable to give love sincerely
[State when balanced]
-Feeling fully connected with oneself
-Easily feeling joy
-Treasuring oneself and loved ones
-Tolerance for oneself and others
-Being honest with oneself and being supportive of oneself
[Healing methods]
<Essential oils>
Rose,Geranium, Lime, Palmarosa, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Bergamot
Dilute in a base oil for body massage or put in adiffuser
*If using on the skin, please pay attention to the concentration of essential oils.
*Citrus oils have phototoxicity and should be used on the skin only at night. The concentration of essential oils should be diluted to less than 0.5%.
<Crystals>
Rose quartz, Emerald, Green aventurine, Jade, Olivine, Pink tourmaline, Malachite
<Yoga poses>
Camel pose, seated spinal twist, eagle pose
<Activities>
-Practice deep breathing (which can enhance the movement of the chest and relieve breathing difficulties caused by tension).
-Place a bouquet of roses in one's personal space.
-Drink rose tea (as roses have strong energy resonance with the heart chakra).
-Forgive oneself and others, and stop criticizing.
-Open one's heart to the people one loves, and feel the sincere love of everyone.
Name: Throat Chakra, Fifth Chakra
Color: Light blue
Location: Below the Adam's apple
Corresponding body parts: Throat, respiratory system, neck, mouth, ears, teeth, gums, esophagus, shoulders, thyroid gland
[Issues]
-Speaking and accepting the truth
-Living genuinely
-Authentic speech
-Self-trust
[Possible causes of blockage]
-Difficulty in self-expression
-Not speaking up what one really wants to say
-Repression of free creativity
-Ignoring one's true feelings to comply with others
[Imbalances and disharmony when unbalanced]
Physical:
- Sore throat or hoarseness
- Mouth ulcers (aphthous stomatitis)
- Gum problems
- Stiff neck and shoulders
- Scoliosis
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Thyroid problems
- Thyroid hormone imbalance
(When there is an excess, the pulse rate increases, the gastrointestinal function becomes too active, causing diarrhea, and the body weight keeps decreasing. When there is a deficiency, appetite decreases, feeling cold, forgetfulness, laziness, and incomplete development may occur.)
Mental:
- Difficulty expressing one's true feelings
- Feeling that one's words are criticized or ignored
- Lack of will to live
- Not expressing one's own opinions and feelings
- Unable to stop talking negatively
- Inability to trust oneself
[State when balanced]
-Attractiveness in speaking and voice
-Trustingoneself and one's life
-Able to express one's thoughts and feelings openly
-Listening to one's inner voice
-Able to pursue one's dreams
-Achieving a balance between silence and speech
[Healing methods]
<Essential oils>
Cypress, Scotch Pine, Eucalyptus, Tea tree, Thyme
Dilute in a base oil for body massage or put in a diffuser
*If using on the skin, please pay attention to the concentration of essential oils.
<Crystals>
Turquoise, Kyanite, Aquamarine, Blue lace agate, Sodalite, Blue apatite, Lapis
<Yoga poses>
Camel pose, seated spinal twist, warrior II pose, shoulder stand
<Activities>
-Drink peppermint tea.
-Sing, recite, or speak aloud more often.
-Communicate with oneself in a private space, and listen to one's own true voice.
Third Eye Chakra
Name: the sixth chakra, the third eye
Color: Indigo
Location: Center of the forehead
Corresponding body parts: Brain, nervous system, eyes, ears, nose, spinal cord, pineal gland, pituitary gland
[Issues]
-Transcending thinking to access inner knowing
-Using insight and intuition
-Understanding the essence behind events
-Transcending duality
-Letting go of overthinking and excessive rationalization
[Possible causes of blockages]
-Lack of trust in intuition
-Habitual critical thinking
[Imbalances]
<Physical>
-Brain tumors
-Brain hemorrhage
-Stroke
-Nerve disorders
-Blindness
-Deafness
-Whole body spinal problems
-Learning disabilities
-Seizures
-Headaches
-Blurred vision
<Mental>
-Rejection of all spiritual aspects
-Focusing only on knowledge and science
-Not believing in intuition
-Loss of extrasensory perception
-Fear of inner wisdom
-Strong victim mentality
-Repeatedly experiencing the same pattern of difficult situations
[Balance]
-Understanding that events in life are for growth and development
-Strong self-reflection
-Emotional state of calmness and composure
-Balance between spirituality and the material world
-High tolerance and acceptance towards oneself and others
-Inner peace
[Healing Methods]
<Aromatherapy>
Yarrow, Helichrysum, Thyme, and Rosemary
<Crystals>
Lapis ,Amethyst, Fluorite, Lepidolite, Clear quartz, and Kyanite
<Yoga Poses>
Yoga poses that involve visualization, inversions, twists, and eye exercises are helpful for healing the third eye chakra.
<Activities>
-Accepting intuition
-Allowing the mind to let go of the habit of constant thinking
-Connecting with inner wisdom and spirituality.
Also known as: the seventh chakra, the Sahasrara
Colors: Purple, white, gold
Location: Top of the head
Corresponding body parts: Brain, nervous system, eyes, muscles, skin, pineal gland, pituitary gland
[Issues]
-Living in the present moment
-Awakening to one's connection with the universe
-Understanding that all experiences are for growth and development
-Facing oneself
-Feeling like a special and unique being
[Possible causes of blockages]
-Lack of trust in the sacred or in life
-Anger towards God or divinity
(We are all part of the divine, We are ONE)
[Imbalances]
<Physical>
-Energy imbalances
-Chronic fatigue (not related to overwork)
-Hypersensitivity to light, sound, and environment
-Feeling disconnected and indifferent to external surroundings
<Mental>
-Not knowing the meaning and purpose of life
-Feeling a lack of belonging
-Feeling a sense of disharmony with one's life
-Loss of faith
-Feeling disconnected from the divine, the universe, and the source of energy
-Feeling anger towards God or divinity (not realizing one is part of it)
-Unable to overcome anxiety and fear
[Balance]
-Understanding the oneness of all beings and the universe
-Understanding that one is beyond the material and not just a person in thisworld
-Easily raising consciousness
-Living in the present moment without attachment to the past or future
-Feeling relatively optimistic and peaceful
[Healing Methods]
<Aromatherapy>
True lavender, sandalwood, Spikenard, Frankincense, Lotus
<Crystals>
Amethyst, Clear quartz, Herkimer diamond, Selenite, Apophyllite.
<Yoga Poses>
Headstand, shoulder stand
*These poses have a higher risk and should be done under the guidance of a professional yoga instructor.
<Activities>
-Expressing gratitude
-Establishing a meditation practice
-Connecting with the crown chakra, inner divinity, and the source of energy.
Name: Solar Plexus Chakra, Power Chakra, Solar Chakra
Color: Yellow
Location: 5cm above the navel, in the solar plexus
Corresponding body parts: Abdomen, stomach, spleen, liver, gallbladder
[Issues]
-Increased self-esteem
-Following one's inner voice
-Practicing life missions and soul purposes
-Showing one's true self to the world
-Making choices and decisions
[Possible causes of blockage]
-Excessive or suppressed anger
-Not accepting oneself
-Wearing a mask to please others
-Making choices and decisions to satisfy society or others
[Imbalances and disharmony when unbalanced]
Physical:
-Arthritis
-Stomach ulcers
-Intestinal problems
-Diabetes
-Indigestion
-Anorexia or bulimia
-Fatigue
-Hepatitis
-Dysfunction of the liver or adrenal glands
Mental:
-Feeling very anxious and fearful
-Habitually criticizing others
-Unclear about one's own thoughts and goals
-Difficulty establishing trust
-Difficulty accepting the opinions of others
-Feeling threatened frequently
-Need for domination and control
-Self-hatred
-Transferring one's own interests to others and not making choices for oneself
[State when balanced]
-Clear judgment and decision-making abilities
-Fully experiencing the feeling of being one's true self
-Understanding the value of oneself
-Balance between spirituality andmaterial world
-High tolerance and acceptance of others and oneself
-Inner peace
[Healing methods]
<Essential oils>
Clove, Lemongrass, Roman chamomile, Juniper berry,
Black pepper, Rosemary
<Crystals>
Yellow citrine, amber, tiger's eye, yellow agate, pyrite
<Yoga poses>
Cat pose, sun salutation, boat pose
<Activities>
-Wearing yellow clothing
-Laughing more
-Daily visualization of building a protective shield for oneself. (Imagine that a very bright golden-white light starts to emanate from the solar plexus, expanding throughout the body and aura, creating an egg-shaped protective shield. Imagine that it is very bright and strong, which helps to protect oneself from being easily influenced by others' energies and to make one's most authentic choices.)