#balancing chakras

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chakras & essential oils

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ROOT CHAKRA - Meanings, what can balance, what can unbalance

Meanings • Literally the basis for living

• Links human life to the first subtle form of what we don't know - our Chakras, because the Root Chakra receives energy (prana) to transmit it to the other Chakras

• Energy to do, accomplish, manifest

• Courage, strength

• Assertiveness

• Basic self-confidence to see oneself as capable of doing things (it is not directly linked to self-love, this is more the face of the Solar Plexus Chakra and Heart Chakra)

• Prosperity as a result of your ability to connect with Mother Earth

• Grounding, focus

• Practicality

• Physical energy

• Balance between matter and who you are

• Sense of stability

• Productivity

• Organization

• Being centered

• Living in the present moment - wanting to do one thing at a time, with presence and energy

• Feeling of belonging to something, in this case, to the Earth, to something safe, concrete

• Success, vitality

Actions that unbalance

Constant fear

Escape from new experiences

Controlling things around you, wanting to control everything and/or everyone

Selfishness

Authoritarianism

Impulsivity

Insecurities that start in the mind and soon are affecting your actions, decisions

Dependence on others

Not dealing well with your financial life: spending too much or not living up to your desires, being too afraid of the future and saving too much, being cheapskate

Sedentary lifestyle

Exaggerated focus on material life

Work too much

Fear of change - Comfort zone

Constant procrastination

Self-sabotage

Making fun of people, sense of superiority

Actions that balance

Physical activity or something that makes you move

Practice self-focus in a healthy way

Take care of your basic needs, don't postpone it, including health issues (like going to the bathroom, drinking water, things that are also a little related to the Sacral Chakra)

Connect with nature

Value your money

Focus on the present moment

Avoid immediacy, materialism and selfishness

Corporal conscience

Balance between work/busyness and rest

Connect with yourself in the physical sense, your body

Walking barefoot on grass or sand

Direct your needs to others, saying in a balanced way what you really want

Sincerity

Assertiveness

Plan, but also do

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Unlocking Your Inner Balance: Understanding Chakras

Shaina Tranquilino

July 29, 2023

Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning "wheel" or "disk." Within our bodies, there are believed to be seven main chakras that form a part of our energetic system. These spinning wheels of energy are said to be responsible for our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Each chakra corresponds to specific organs, emotions, colours, sounds, elements, and even life lessons. They are interconnected and influence one another's functioning. When all chakras are in balance and open, energy flows freely throughout our body, promoting harmony and vitality. However, if they become blocked or imbalanced, we may experience various physical or emotional ailments.

Let's explore the seven chakras individually:

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara): Located at the base of the spine, it represents our foundation and connection to the Earth. This chakra governs feelings of safety, security, stability, and survival instincts.

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana): Positioned just below the navel area, it relates to pleasure, creativity, sexuality, and emotional balance. This chakra encourages us to embrace joy and passion in life.

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura): Situated in the upper abdomen region near the diaphragm area, this chakra influences self-esteem, personal power, confidence, motivation, and willpower.

4. Heart Chakra (Anahata): Found at the center of the chest near your heart area; this chakra symbolizes love—both for oneself and others—as well as compassion, forgiveness, and emotional healing.

5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha): Located at the throat region, it governs communication, self-expression, authenticity, and speaking one's truth. This chakra encourages clear and effective communication.

6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna): Positioned between the eyebrows, this chakra represents intuition, inner wisdom, insight, imagination, and perception beyond the physical senses. It is often associated with enhanced spiritual awareness.

7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara): Situated at the top of the head or slightly above it, this chakra connects us to higher consciousness and divine energy. It embodies spirituality, enlightenment, and cosmic unity.

Now that we have a basic understanding of each chakra let's explore how to balance them:

1. Meditation: Regular meditation practice can help activate and align your chakras. Focusing on each individual chakra while visualizing its specific color and chanting its corresponding sound can be especially beneficial.

2. Yoga Asanas: Certain yoga poses are known for their ability to stimulate specific chakras. For example, grounding standing poses like Mountain Pose (Tadasana) can activate the Root Chakra while heart-opening poses such as Camel Pose (Ustrasana) target the Heart Chakra.

3. Affirmations: Repeating positive affirmations related to each chakra can help reprogram your subconscious mind and promote energetic balance. For example, "I am safe and secure" for the Root Chakra or "I express my truth with clarity" for the Throat Chakra.

4. Energy Healing: Seeking assistance from an energy healer or practicing self-healing techniques like Reiki can aid in clearing blockages within your chakras.

By becoming more attuned to our chakras' needs and addressing any imbalances or blockages we may encounter along our journey, we give ourselves a powerful tool for self-healing and personal growth. Remember, achieving balance in our chakras is a lifelong process, so be patient and compassionate with yourself as you embark on this transformative path.

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Root chakra: Red and black crystals

Sacral chakra: Orange crystals

Solar plexus chakra: Yellow and gold crystals

Heart chakra: Green and pink crystals

Throat chakra: Blue crystals

Third eye chakra: Indigo (dark blue) and blue crystals

Crown chakra: Purple and white crystals

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Affirmations

I. I am protected by the universe

II. I am allowed to live happily

III. I live in an abundance of energy

IV. I receive love every minute of life

V. My emotions are heard and appreciated

VI. I follow the guidance of the universe

VII. The universe fills me with love and wisdom

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Grounding Affirmations

While I am doing a grounding meditation, I often use these affirmations to keep me grounded. I just wanted to share! 💖 These are simple reminders.

🌼 I am grounded.

🌼 I am rooted.

🌼 I am stable and steady.

🌼 I am me.

🌼 I am secure.

🌼 I am safe.

🌼 I am stable.

🌼 Like a tree, my roots are planted into the ground. At the same time, my branches reach out to the universe, to the divine, to the sky.

(Think of your lower chakras more as your roots, and upper chakras as the branches)

While doing this simple meditation I picture the earth’s energy reaching up to me and healing me.

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a mantra for each energy center