Chakras

We all have 7 main chakras, or energy centers, that exist with in our bodies, which is the field of energy that gives life to our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies. The energy given to us by these chakras recieves the energy from the earth (prana) and  the heavens (heaven chi or ki). If any of these energy centers were to become so blocked that they stop vibrating then our physical body would in essence die. Many  ancient societies understood the great importance of the chakras, but modern society, has barely begun to tap into this awareness. Each chakra center rules different aspects of our human existence. 

1st chakra:  Color is Red. This is our root/base chakra located at the base of our spine that gives us our feeling of grounding/belonging in the world. If we feel our survival is at risk for any reason then this chakra will become heavy and unbalanced. If we have issues with taking responsibility for our lives, or we feel burdened by living in the physical world then this chakra will be negatively affected. If we struggle with providing for ourselves in terms of basic survival needs then there is healing work to be done with this energy center. ISelf esteem problems exist here as well as any struggles one may have in regards to taking care of their physical body. Fears also reside here as well as our emotional states of depression and apathy. Abandonment issues are collected in this energy center.

2nd chakra:  Color is Orange. This is our sexual and creative energy center located about two inches below one's navel. When we are experiencing any sort of sexual difficulties, whether it has to do with sexual functioning or anything related to the sexual organs then this chakra could use some clearing out. If we do not feel comfortable with ourselves sexually then there is stagnant energy located here. If we feel there is a lack of creativity in our lives and we're not sure how to change this then healing the second chakra will help tremendously. Feelings of not deserving a healthy, stable and loving relationship resides here as does holdings of shame, anger, resentment and guilt. Addictions of all kinds as well as any issues with one's appetite can be found here. If you find yourself taking care of everyone else's needs while ignoring or denying your own then there is 2nd chakra healing to be done.

3rd chakra: Color is yellow. The solar plexus is the energy center that houses our sense of self located right below one's ribcage. Issues surrounding who you are in relation to others resides here. Difficulties with honoring oneself as an individual is contained in this chakra as well as issues with personal power. If you find yourself regularly handing over your power to others then this chakra could use some clearing. If you feel like you don't have much to contribute to the world, or maybe nobody cares about what you have to contribute then your 3rd chakra is out of balance. If you lack self-respect or confidence then healing this chakra will certainly help. Judgments reside here, so if you find yourself judging yourself and others quite a bit then maybe you should take a look at your 3rd chakra.

4th chakra: Color is pink. The heart chakra located (where else?) at the level of one's heart. Grievances are collected here, so if you're holding onto any grudges then this energy center is probably clogged to some extent. If you have a hard time loving yourself and others unconditionally then this chakra is out of balance. Experiencing a lack of compassion and understanding of oneself and others is stored here as well. Difficulties with forgiveness are experienced here as well as issues with openly giving and receiving love.

5th chakra: Color is blue.  The throat chakra is located at your adam's apple. Any and all issues with speech resides here. Feeling worthy or unworthy of speaking your needs or ideas is located in this chakra. Verbal as well as non-verbal language is represented by this chakra. If you have a difficult time being silent around others or find yourself frequently speaking out of turn then this area could use some clearing. If you experience nervousness while public speaking or speaking up for yourself then this energy center is out of balance. Feelings of inadequacy when it comes to your voice or feeling like no one cares about what you have to say is stored here. Issues with lying and speaking from the heart are also located here.

6th chakra: Color is Violet. The third eye which is located at the center of one's forehead. This is your intuitive and psychic center, so if you have very little to no awareness of your intuition or anything beyond the five senses then this chakra is unbalanced. If you have little to no imagination or have difficulty visualizing things then this chakra could use some clearing. If you feel out of touch with your "higher" self then this is being stored there. This is the area where we access deeper wisdom, so if you find that you struggle with trusting or tapping into this part of yourself then your 6th chakra is calling you to heal her.

7th chakra: Color is white.  Our connection to heaven energy, which is located at the top of one's head. If you feel separate from the feeling of "God" or everlasting peace then this is where it's being stored. If you feel lost, mentally scattered, at odds with yourself when it comes to being a spiritual being then this chakra could use some balancing. If you feel disconnected from yourself and others as well as the force that gives you energy then this area is asking to be healed. If you're unsure whether or not you're on the right spiritual path or if you feel lacking in cosmic energy then this chakra is waiting to be opened.

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Minerals and jewelry can also help enhance your mood. Lower chakra stones are best worn as anklets, belt buckles, rings or bracelets. The fourth and fifth chakra minerals are best worn as necklaces over the heart or chokers around the throat. Sixth and seventh chakra stones are best in earrings or hair pieces. The chakra stones are generally the same color that is associated with the individual chakras. The following is a partial list of chakra stones:

* Chakra 1: Red - red garnet, black obsidian, smoky quartz
* Chakra 2: Orange - tiger's eye, carnelian
* Chakra 3: Yellow - citrine
* Chakra 4: Green - malachite, green jade, rose quartz
* Chakra 5: Blue - sodalite, azurite
* Chakra 6: Violet - lapis, flourite
*Chakra 7: White - amethyst, clear quartz