Chakras are vortices of energy through which the life force flows through us. These correspond to different aspects of our being and influence the physical, mental and spiritual aspects.
When all chakras are balanced, there is a sense of general well-being: we feel in tune with the universe, open up to receive the universal energy of love.
Root Chakra: Muladhara
Keywords: existence, safety, survival. Color: Red. Location: Base of spine. Mantra: LAM. The Root Chakra grounds us and governs our sense of security and basic survival needs.
Sacral Chakra: Svadhisthana
Keywords: creativity, sexuality, passion, inner child. Color: Orange. Location: Below belly button. Mantra: VAM. This chakra governs our emotional life and creative expression.
Solar Plexus Chakra: Manipura
Keywords: power, willpower, self-esteem. Color: Yellow. Location: Above belly button. Mantra: RAM. The Solar Plexus Chakra is the seat of personal power and confidence.
Heart Chakra: Anahata
Keywords: love, self-love, love of life. Color: Green. Location: Center of chest. Mantra: IAM. The Heart Chakra bridges the lower and upper chakras and governs compassion and love.
Throat Chakra: Visuddha
Keywords: speaking, communication, truth. Color: Light blue. Location: Center of throat. Mantra: HAM. This chakra governs self-expression and honest communication.
Third Eye Chakra: Ajna
Keywords: intuition, spiritual sight. Color: Indigo blue. Location: Center of forehead. Mantra: KSHAM. The Third Eye Chakra governs intuition, imagination, and inner wisdom.
Crown Chakra: Sahasrara
Keywords: spirituality, connection to Universal Energy. Color: Purple. Location: Top of head. Mantra: OM. The Crown Chakra connects us to the divine and universal consciousness.
Simple Exercise: Activate and Balance Your Seven Chakras
Sit in a comfortable position, close your eyes, and breathe deeply. Visualize each chakra in turn from the base of your spine to the top of your head, picturing each one glowing with its associated color as you chant its mantra silently or aloud.
