In researching the background and history of yoga, it seemed quite natural that the next thing to explore was chakras. There are many websites out there explaining what chakras are, but to put it in simple terms chakras are essentially are points of energy within the body. These centers affect our thoughts, and our thoughts or perceptions of experiences in our life affect how our bodies operate, whether it be a specific organ function, our immune system and/or our emotions.
The word chakra in Sanskrit literally means wheel. You can picture a chakra like a spinning
wheel or vortex of energy, each with its own vibrations and color. These chakras can either be blocked or
overactive, both causing issues within our minds and bodies. The key, as with everything, is to find
balance within our chakras.
The seven major Chakras include:
Root Chakra
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Location: Base of the spine
Functions: Safety and grounding
Sacral Chakra
Color: Orange
Element: Water
Location: Lower belly (about 3 inches below the navel). It’s often associated with the male and
female sexual organs.
Functions: Emotions, sensuality and creativity
Solar Plexus Chakra
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Location: Upper abdomen (where are solar plexus are located)
Functions: Self-worth, personal will, power and mental
abilities
Heart Chakra
Color: Green
Element: Air
Location: At the heart (center of the chakra system)
Functions: Love, compassion and relating to others
Throat Chakra
Color: Light Blue or Turquoise
Element: Sound
Location: At the throat
Functions: Expression and communication
Third Eye Chakra
Color: Dark Blue or Purple
Element: Supreme element – a combination of all elements in
their true form.
Location: Between the eyebrows above the bridge of the nose
Functions: Intuition, foresight and openness
Crown Chakra
Color: Deep Purple or White
Element: Thought
Location: At the top of the head
Functions: Consciousness
There are so many good websites out there, but I found this one to be really helpful.
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