the chakra system
The human body is made up of seven main chakras. These chakras represent powerful energy systems within the body, each one designated to specific organs or systems in the physical body, as well as to specific spiritual and emotional attributes. Each chakra connects to a central energy column running down your spinal cord and each rotates with energy, like a spiral or whirlpool and is about the size of the palm of your hand. Every culture around the world has understood the chakra energy system for thousands of years and related it to specific areas of the body where there may be blockages that could cause disease, general feelings of unwellness, periods of anxiety, lack of sleep or an inability to function properly.
When the chakras are flowing freely, they feed energy into the physical body, the mind and our emotions. At the same time, they remove any negative energies from the body. When this happens, our physical, emotional and mental bodies live in harmony so that we feel happy, healthy and are able to face life’s challenges.
Bad habits, negative thoughts and beliefs and a general lack of self-care can all lead to our chakras blocking up and not functioning correctly. They are also weakened by things such as stress and anxiety, relationship issues, financial concerns, arguments, lack of sleep, injury or illness, poor diet or digestive issues.
Restoring the chakras to their optimal functioning levels is achievable as long as you remember to be kind to yourself during your healing journey and understand that chakra healing is a commitment that takes time.
The seven chakras are:
First - Root or Base Chakra
“I am where I need to be. I am safe and secure.”
Spine, bladder, blood, kidneys, legs, feet, male reproductive organs
In balance: grounded, centred, trusting, independent, alive, fit and strong, confident.
Out of balance: bossy, domineering, egotistical, greedy, violent, unloved, frustrated, fearful, shy, unsure, low libido, feeling detached from the world, anxious, lack of safety, rejection, abandonment, disorganised
Second - Sacral Chakra
“I am a lovable and desirable person.”
Kidneys, adrenals, skin, female reproductive organs, lymphatic and circulatory systems
In balance: friendly, passionate, happy, playful, flirty, sexually fulfilled, creative, sociable, joyful.
Out of balance: need for power, manipulative, shy, guilty, lost, paranoid, cravings, boredom, low libido, poor boundaries, emotional disconnection.
Third - Solar Plexus Chakra
“I am enough just as I am.”
The nervous system, large intestine, liver, pancreas, gall bladder
In balance: respect for self and others, confidence, outgoing, calm, integrity, problem-solving, powerful, strong, intuitive, self-motivated, reliable
Out of balance: judgmental, stubborn, critical, procrastinating, low self-esteem, apathetic, powerless, passive, blames others, indecisive, arrogant.
Fourth - Heart Chakra
“I love myself unconditionally.”
Respiratory and circulatory (including heart) systems, ribs, shoulders, arms, hands diaphragm, thymus gland
In balance: loved, loving, empathetic, compassionate, kind, generous, peaceful, positive, humanitarian calling.
Out of balance: a sense of entitlement, jealousy, feelings of being unloved, self-pity, fear of rejection, needy, clingy, uncertain, cynical, unforgiving, possessive, co-dependent
Fifth - Throat Chakra
“My voice is important. I speak my truth.”
Thyroid, trachea, larynx, ears, nose, teeth, mouth, throat, carotid arteries
In balance: self-expressive, speaks their truth, creative, communicative, good listener,
Out of balance: speaks too much, loud, boring, stubborn, critical, has trouble expressing oneself, timid, dependent, can be afraid to speak in public, cannot express themselves creatively, can be secretive
Sixth - Third Eye Chakra
“I know what is right for me. I allow myself to explore my thoughts.”
The pineal gland, eyes, nose, ears, skeletal system
In balance: intuitive, charismatic, knows their purpose, seen as wise, can meditate, perceptive, insightful, curious, inquisitive.
Out of balance: spaced out, lost, worrier, lives in a fantasy world, can’t see the bigger picture, is easily influenced, doubting of self, confused about their purpose, poor memory, uninspired, narrow-minded.
Seventh - Crown Chakra
“I am open to Divine wisdom. I know I am part of all there is.”
The pituitary gland, brain, nervous system
In balance: joyful, connected to “Source” and aware of individuality, wise, compassionate, thoughtful, intuitive, intelligent, openminded, trust.
Out of balance: addicted to spirituality, craves attention, needs to be popular, over-erotic imagination, misunderstood, unaware of or denying spiritual connection, can’t have fun – too serious, lacking direction, closed-minded, feels isolated.
When the chakras are flowing freely, they feed energy into the physical body, the mind and our emotions. At the same time, they remove any negative energies from the body. When this happens, our physical, emotional and mental bodies live in harmony so that we feel happy, healthy and are able to face life’s challenges.
Bad habits, negative thoughts and beliefs and a general lack of self-care can all lead to our chakras blocking up and not functioning correctly. They are also weakened by things such as stress and anxiety, relationship issues, financial concerns, arguments, lack of sleep, injury or illness, poor diet or digestive issues.
Restoring the chakras to their optimal functioning levels is achievable as long as you remember to be kind to yourself during your healing journey and understand that chakra healing is a commitment that takes time.
The seven chakras are:
First - Root or Base Chakra
“I am where I need to be. I am safe and secure.”
Spine, bladder, blood, kidneys, legs, feet, male reproductive organs
In balance: grounded, centred, trusting, independent, alive, fit and strong, confident.
Out of balance: bossy, domineering, egotistical, greedy, violent, unloved, frustrated, fearful, shy, unsure, low libido, feeling detached from the world, anxious, lack of safety, rejection, abandonment, disorganised
Second - Sacral Chakra
“I am a lovable and desirable person.”
Kidneys, adrenals, skin, female reproductive organs, lymphatic and circulatory systems
In balance: friendly, passionate, happy, playful, flirty, sexually fulfilled, creative, sociable, joyful.
Out of balance: need for power, manipulative, shy, guilty, lost, paranoid, cravings, boredom, low libido, poor boundaries, emotional disconnection.
Third - Solar Plexus Chakra
“I am enough just as I am.”
The nervous system, large intestine, liver, pancreas, gall bladder
In balance: respect for self and others, confidence, outgoing, calm, integrity, problem-solving, powerful, strong, intuitive, self-motivated, reliable
Out of balance: judgmental, stubborn, critical, procrastinating, low self-esteem, apathetic, powerless, passive, blames others, indecisive, arrogant.
Fourth - Heart Chakra
“I love myself unconditionally.”
Respiratory and circulatory (including heart) systems, ribs, shoulders, arms, hands diaphragm, thymus gland
In balance: loved, loving, empathetic, compassionate, kind, generous, peaceful, positive, humanitarian calling.
Out of balance: a sense of entitlement, jealousy, feelings of being unloved, self-pity, fear of rejection, needy, clingy, uncertain, cynical, unforgiving, possessive, co-dependent
Fifth - Throat Chakra
“My voice is important. I speak my truth.”
Thyroid, trachea, larynx, ears, nose, teeth, mouth, throat, carotid arteries
In balance: self-expressive, speaks their truth, creative, communicative, good listener,
Out of balance: speaks too much, loud, boring, stubborn, critical, has trouble expressing oneself, timid, dependent, can be afraid to speak in public, cannot express themselves creatively, can be secretive
Sixth - Third Eye Chakra
“I know what is right for me. I allow myself to explore my thoughts.”
The pineal gland, eyes, nose, ears, skeletal system
In balance: intuitive, charismatic, knows their purpose, seen as wise, can meditate, perceptive, insightful, curious, inquisitive.
Out of balance: spaced out, lost, worrier, lives in a fantasy world, can’t see the bigger picture, is easily influenced, doubting of self, confused about their purpose, poor memory, uninspired, narrow-minded.
Seventh - Crown Chakra
“I am open to Divine wisdom. I know I am part of all there is.”
The pituitary gland, brain, nervous system
In balance: joyful, connected to “Source” and aware of individuality, wise, compassionate, thoughtful, intuitive, intelligent, openminded, trust.
Out of balance: addicted to spirituality, craves attention, needs to be popular, over-erotic imagination, misunderstood, unaware of or denying spiritual connection, can’t have fun – too serious, lacking direction, closed-minded, feels isolated.
