Chakra is a name for energy centres in the body. In yogic traditions, they relate to different aspects of our lives and govern specific parts of the body.
From a holistic approach, if we are out of alignment in a particular chakra or the energy flow between, this will affect our emotions, our body’s alignment, and what we attract in our environment.
Below are the main chakras. Today’s practice is to go into each.
1. Please read the below carefully. Then, maybe make some cue cards for each of the chakras.
2. Find some quiet space for yourself where you don’t feel rushed to do this exercise.
3. Always watch your posture and keep your body as aligned as possible.
4. Feel into the area and notice what is going on for you emotionally and physically. Allow emotions to come up and pass through, watch visions and thoughts in the mind come up, don’t attach to them, just let float by.
First, always stay with the feeling. Maybe touch the area you are working on to help bring attention to that place.
5. Lastly, recite the mantra in each area and many times until you start to feel it. You will notice the ones you feel and the ones that aren’t truth for you yet. Note that the moment we place an “I” in front of anything you are telling the universe this is you. It may not have been you in the past, but this is who you are now.
First Chakra|Root – Belonging & Self-acceptance
LOCATION: at the base of the spine between the anus and the sexual organs.
If this chakra is out of alignment you will feel ungrounded in life, you may be having issues with family or a sense of belonging to a community or place. You may have bowel issues or other genital discomforts.
PRESCRIPTION: Nature, standing in the earth with your bare feet, join a community group, reconnect with family.
MANTRA: “I belong wherever I am.”
Second Chakra|Sacral – Creativity, Passion, Sensuality & Self-respect
LOCATION: just below the navel
When this chakra is out of alignment our creativity may be non-existent, we may have conflict in our environment and our sex drive may be low. We may experience painful periods, mood swings, or other disease.
PRESCRIPTION: Find your passion. What makes you feel alive, do that.
Spend time exploring senses, sell flowers, touch soft fabric, massage yourself in the bath.
MANTRA: “I feel and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.”
Third Chakra|Solar Plexus – Inspiration, Self-esteem & Personal power
LOCATION: just above the navel and below the centre of the ribs
When this chakra is out of alignment decision making can become very hard, our drive for projects is weak and we shy away from being in positions of leadership. Stomach upsets may be happening.
PRESCRIPTION: practice making decisions and not asking for so much advice, the trust will be formed when you acknowledge your ability to know what is best by claiming back your power and doing what is best for you.
MANTRA: “I know what to do.”
Fourth Chakra|Heart – Love & Compassion
LOCATION: middle of the chest at the level of the nipples.
When the heart is out of alignment we can put up blocks with others and also struggle to feel a purpose in life. We can have lung issues, coughs, and anxiety and fear of what is coming next for us.
PRESCRIPTION: practice forgiveness for your past, look at increasing your gratitude for everything around you. Start to understand what brings you joy and just do that.
MANTRA: “I am love.”
Fifth Chakra|Throat – Expression, Authenticity & Communication
LOCATION: at the throat, jaw, ears, nose area.
If this chakra is out you will feel like there isn’t an easy flow of conversation with others, you may not be speaking up, or you may be speaking way too much and not listening enough. You may not be expressing your creativity as much as you’d like to. You may have to clear your throat a lot and you have issues like ulcers or problems with your teeth and gums.
PRESCRIPTION: practice singing or chant the om. Dance, speak or write everything you want to say out. Stay away from dairy, sugar and wheat.
MANTRA: “I express myself freely as what I have to say is important.”
Sixth Chakra|Third Eye – Awareness & foresight
LOCATION: the centre of the brain, behind the eyebrow centre.
When this chakra is not activated, it may be harder to see the bigger picture and other perceptions other than our own. It may be hard to see the next step or your purpose. The other end of the spectrum is where your mind is flooded with ideas and you can’t make sense of them. You may get headaches or migraines, or feel cloudy.
PRESCRIPTION: Swim in the ocean and start asking clarifying questions to the universe “what is the next step?”, and meditate regularly. Drink lots of water.
MANTRA: “I see my path clearly.”
Seventh Chakra|Crown – Divine Knowledge & Connection to the higher self
LOCATION: crown of the head.
When we are out of balance in this area, we may feel like we have a huge responsibility and it is all up to us. We may lack trust with an uncertain future.
We may be focusing a lot in the physical and material world and not allowing life to flow naturally. Or the other way where we may be completely open to multiple realms and lack grounding and focus.
PRESCRIPTION: Meditate, pray often don’t be afraid to allow life to unfold, stay curious to outcomes.
MANTRA: “I have faith that I am fully supported.”
