Chakras

The word ‘chakra’ comes from the Sanskrit "cakra" meaning "wheel, circle", and sometimes also referring to the
"wheel of life’.

Chakras are non-physical organs that transform raw Kundalini energy into more subtle, and useable, forms of
energy, of a different type. The chakras do not, themselves, contain energy. Raw energy is drawn up from the planet,
by the minor chakras in the legs and feet, and fed into the main chakra system.

Kundalini energy is, in essence, pure thought energy that permeates and binds the universe together. This living
energy field can be tapped, more deeply, by the application of focused, creative will. It can be drawn into the human
body and transformed, by the chakra system, into a more subtle and useable form of energy.

Chakras are gateways to the physical body. There are many chakras throughout the whole body and auric field.
These chakras influence us physically, emotionally and spiritually. Seven main chakras influence vital organs as well
as emotional states.

The chakras are attached to the spinal cord and nervous system. The full chakra system is extremely complex. There
are 3 master, 4 major and over 300 minor chakras in the human body. There are also several non-physical chakras
situated outside of the body. Detailed maps of the chakra system and their connecting meridians and pathways have
been used for thousands of years in Eastern medicine.

Balancing the chakras is believed to promote general health and well-being by ensuring the free flow of life energy
(also known as prana or qi) throughout the body. It is believed that blockages in the flow of this vital energy will
eventually result in mental, emotional, and/or physical illness. By removing such blockages and maximizing energy
flow, practitioners are said to enable body, mind, and spirit to function optimally. Some alternative practitioners,
such as medical intuitives, say they can "read" a patient's chakras to detect imbalances and diagnose problems. This is
also sometimes done using a pendulum.

Each of the seven chakras is said to have specific physiological and metaphysical functions that relate to both the
nature of the associated blockages and to the physical problems they produce.

The seven main chakras are described as being aligned in an ascending column from the base of the spine to the top
of the head. Each chakra is associated with a certain color, multiple specific functions, an aspect of consciousness, a
classical element, and other distinguishing characteristics.

The Base/Root Chakra governs the lower back, legs and lower spine. The first chakra, located at the base of the spine
vibrates with the color RED. The physical functions for this chakra are, emotions, motivation, being active and
energetic. When not functioning properly, you may feel depressed, lack motivation, feel tired, experience stiff and
sore joints. Working with this chakra within the healing capacity can help a person gain energy to motivate change
in their lives. is linked with basic survival and with the adrenal glands. This chakra is associated with the earth
element.

The Sacral Chakra governs the sexual organs, bladder, bowel and lower intestine. This is the second Chakra and the
color most seen to vibrate with this chakra is ORANGE. The physical functions for this chakra are emotion,
creativity, passion and artistic pursuits. Sexual and relationship issues arise when this chakra is not functioning
properly. Working with this chakra within the healing capacity can help deal with sexual, issues, relationship
problems as well as open their creative and artistic side. This chakra is associated with the water element.

The Solar Plexus chakra governs our upper intestine, liver, gall bladder, pancreas and mid spinal cord. This is the
third Chakra and the color most associated with this chakra is YELLOW. This is a very powerful center that vibrates
out powerful, positive energy. Emotionally it gives us courage self will, determination and aids us in succeeding. We
store things in this center. When it is not functioning properly, we can store up pain, grief, envy, anger and
stubbornness. Working with this chakra within the healing capacity can help raise awareness, restore self control,
will power and courage. This chakra is associated with the fire element, and power in the world.

The Heart Chakra governs our heart, lungs and surrounding organs, especially our circulation, our veins and the
blood that flows life force through our bodies... It is the fourth Chakra and the color most associated with Chakra is
GREEN. Emotionally, it influences our feelings of love, hate, anger, joy. Working with this chakra can help promote
healing on all levels. Because most events that cause illness are emotional, working with healing, positive thought
affirmation and Reiki, can help to release blocks and promote faster healing and emotional stability. This chakra is
associated with the air element.

The Throat Chakra governs the throat area, base of the neck, thyroid and lymph glands. This is the Fifth Chakra. It
governs communication, writing, singing and expression. When not functioning properly, there may be problems
with the above mentioned organs as well as experiencing a lack of expression in verbalizing our needs or issues.
Working with this chakra in healing will open communication and self expression. It will help you verbalize what
you want and need to say. The color most associated with this chakra is BLUE.

The Third Eye Chakra governs the eyes, ears, nasal passage, teeth and facial muscles. It is the Sixth Chakra. It
tranfers the feelings we have inside us into thoughts. When not functioning properly all the above organs are
affected. Working with this chakra can help with sleeplessness, stress caused through mental imbalances and many
mental emotional issues. The color that vibrates well with this chakra is PURPLE.

The Crown Chakra is our connection to the divine. This is our Seventh Chakra. It is the point of exit and entrance
for the soul to enter or exit the body. Associated with this chakra is belief, hope and destiny. All our extra sensors
beyond our psychic sense are activated with this chakra. Working with this chakra will aid in your spiritual quest. It
will clear your head of chatter and you will hear your own divine inner self. It is believed that indigo is the color of
the crown chakra, although it could contain a mixture of the other colors including, but not limited to, INDIGO,
WHITE AND GOLD.

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