What are the 7 Chakras?

You may have heard the term chakra, but do you know what it means? In sanskrit, chakra means wheel – appropriate since chakras are whirling, spinning energy centers.

The seven major chakras form a vertical power line that runs from the top of your head to the base of your spine. They are the main source of your energy, but stress and emotional or physical problems can block them. When this happens you may feel physically ill or mentally out of balance. That’s why healers that practice alternative medicine focus on your chakras.

Following are brief descriptions of the 7 chakras.

First Chakra – Root

The root chakra is found at the base of your spine, and its color is red. Since the root is closest to the earth, it grounds you and gives you the energy to succeed in the physical world. When it becomes blocked, you may experience fear, anxiety, and frustration or physical problems, such as obesity or anorexia nervosa.

Second Chakra – Belly (Sacral)

The sacral chakra is found between your spine’s base and your navel, and its color is orange. Since a woman’s sexual organs are found primarily in the second chakra, the sacral chakra is a center for sexual and procreation needs. Desire, pleasure, creativity, and intuition stem from it. When it’s blocked, you may experience emotional and sexual problems and possibly obsessive-compulsive behavior. You may doubt your self-worth. Physical ailments range from kidney problems to lower pack pain and muscle spasms.

Third Chakra – Solar Plexus

The solar plexus chakra is found a few inches above the navel, and its color is yellow. As the center of your emotional life, it gives you feelings of personal power, joy, and anger. Since the third chakra powers ambition and achievement needs, you may experience anger, frustration, or feelings of listlessness or victimization when it becomes blocked. Physically you may have digestive problems, diabetes, and food allergies.

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