Our energetic body
Our physical body is our anchor point to the tangible world. It is the visual manifestation of all that we are, strengthened and protected by what is referred to as the energy body surrounding it.
This energy body, called prana in India, qi in China, mana in Polynesia and ki in Japan, can be defined as a series of systems outside the body that give energy to the physical body. Visually, the energy body is often depicted as a halo around the physical body that closely follows the body’s outline. The energy body could be said to resemble a cocoon of protection drawing energy from the universe to stimulate and revitalise the systems of the physical body. The chakras serve the physical body and the subtle body (the aura) as mediators and it is thought that they function as a kind of transformer. The chakras are connected with the different aura layers and the meridians (energy paths) of the body and are also able to absorb energies of the cosmos and the ethereal world. Absorbed energies (vibrations) can be either a “positive“ influence (beneficial and useful) or a “negative“ influence.
A clear and free-flowing energy body is necessary for the physical body to be able to function at its peak, allowing us to maintain a sense of wellbeing and healthy body functions. There are a number of layers or systems associated with the energy body but the ones most clearly linked to physical wellbeing are the chakras and meridians identified and defined by eastern wisdom.
Chakras
Our chakras systems are thousands of years old and can be found in many cultures all over the world, including the Hopi, Inca and Mayan cultures. They form the foundation for Buddhism and Hinduism, as well as for various techniques of energy and body work, such as Yoga, Tai Chi, Ayurveda, TCM and spiritual healing.
The chakras are energy centres in our body connected to nerve bundles and our internal organs. In Sanskrit chakra means wheel or disk. These energetic wheels spin and can be open or closed and balanced or unbalanced. When our chakras are open and balanced we feel good, when they are blocked there may be emotional and physical manifestations.
The seven chakras
The chakra teachings say that there are seven main chakras which are located along the spine or in the vertical central axis of the body, following the Kundalini energy, from the root chakra to the crown chakra. According to the chakra system, the Kundalini power rises upwards through this assumed energy channel (called sushumna or hara line). The seven major chakras vitalise the physical body and are located up and down the physical body’s midline. When blocked they can cause illness or pain in specific parts of the body. Each chakra is said to govern a different area or areas of the physical body, making diagnosis of the site of a blockage easier for practitioners. Intimate knowledge of the way the chakras work can also help you to keep track of your wellbeing in a meaningful way.
The chakras are defined by a colour, the parts of the body they govern and the symptoms you may have if an energy block occurs.
Diving into the detail
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Name: Root Chakra (Muladhara) Location: Base of your spine Colour: Red Affirmation: “I am” or “I am safe and grounded” Themes: Trust, energy, stability, comfort, safety, our life foundations Stones: Bloodstone, tiger’s eye, hematite, fire agate, black tourmaline Governs: Spinal column, kidneys, legs, feet, rectum and immune system. Imbalances: If this chakra is blocked, the physical symptoms you might experience include lower-back pain, sciatica, varicose veins, rectal tumours and immune-related disorders. Scattered energies, anxiety and fear. Behavioural changes: Self-soothing, taking time to engage in physical body experiences like eating hearty meals. Getting enough sleep and walking in nature. |
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Name: Sacral chakra (Svadhishthana) Location: between the lower abdomen and the navel Colour: Orange Affirmation: “I feel” or “I enjoy the pleasures of life” Themes: Creative and sexual energies Stones: Citrine, Carnelian, moonstone, coral Governs: sexual organs, stomach, upper intestines, liver, gall bladder, kidney, pancreas, adrenal glands, spleen and the middle of your spine. Imbalances: If blocked you may experience lower-back pain, sciatica, obstetric or gynaecological problems, pelvic pain, issues with your libido or urinary problems. Lack or repressed creativity, sexual dysfunction, withheld intimacy and emotional isolation. Behavioural changes: Engaging in creative activities such as drawing, painting, playing an instrument, tantric sex, and mindful eating. |
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Name: Solar plexus chakra (Manipura) Location: Below the chest Colour: Yellow Affirmation: “I do” or “I am strong and I know my worth” Themes: Self-esteem, pleasure, will-power & personal responsibility Stones: Malachite, Calcite, citrine, topaz Governs: upper abdomen, umbilicus to rib cage, liver, gall bladder, middle spine, spleen, kidney, adrenals, small intestines and stomach. Imbalances: A blockage can cause stomach ulcers, intestinal tumours, diabetes, pancreatitis, indigestion, anorexia/bulimia, hepatitis, cirrhosis, adrenal imbalances, arthritis and colon diseases. Low self-esteem, control issues, manipulative tendencies & misuse of power. Behavioural changes: Setting boundaries, practicing saying ‘no’, enhancing self-esteem, exercising, and doing things you’re good at. |
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Name: Heart chakra (Anahata) Location: Centre of the chest Colour: Green Affirmation: “I love” or “I am loved and I am loving” Themes: Love, self-love, relationships Stones: Rose Quarts, Jade, Green Calcite, Green Tourmaline Governs: Along with the heart it governs the heart, circulatory system, blood, lungs, rib cage, diaphragm, thymus, breasts, oesophagus, shoulders, arms and hands. Imbalances: can cause heart conditions, asthma, lung and breast cancers, thoracic spine, pneumonia, upper back and shoulder problems if blocked. Excessive isolation, unforgiveness, depression, jealousy, fear of intimacy & being overly defensive. Behavioural changes: Practicing self-compassion, gratitude, and random acts of kindness. Engaging in activities such as cuddling, intimacy, gift-giving, and expressing love. |
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Name: Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) Location: the centre of the neck Colour: Light blue Affirmation: “I speak” or “I speak my truth and express myself openly” Themes: The ability to communicate clearly and effectively Stones: Lapis lazuli, turquoise, aquamarine Governs: throat, thyroid, trachea, neck vertebrae, mouth, teeth, gums, oesophagus, parathyroid and hypothalamus. Imbalances: Can cause throat and mouth ulcers, scoliosis, swollen glands, thyroid dysfunctions, laryngitis, voice problems as well as gum and teeth problems if blocked. Shyness, withdrawal, arrogance & increased anxiety. Behavioural changes: Telling the truth, finding ways to uniquely express yourself, and speaking your needs aloud. |
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Name: Third Eye Chakra (Ajna) Location: Centre of the forehead between eyebrows Colour: Indigo Affirmation: “I see” or “I know who I am and I trust my intuition” Themes: Intuition, foresight and is driven by openness & imagination Stones: Amethyst, purple fluorite, black obsidian Governs: the brain, neurological system, eyes, ears, nose, pituitary and pineal glands. Imbalances: If it is blocked you may experience brain tumours, strokes, blindness, deafness, seizures, learning disabilities or spinal dysfunctions. Lack of direction and feeling stuck. Behavioural changes: Frequent meditation, mindfulness, and listening to one’s ‘inner voice’, for example. Moreover, a new openness to spirituality may come to occur. |
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Name: Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) Location: Top of the Head Colour: Violet Affirmation: “I understand” or “I am the Divine–connected to all life in the Universe” Themes: States of higher consciousness & divine connection Stones: Selenite, Clear quartz, Amethyst, diamond Governs: spirituality, awareness, enlightenment, letting go, knowing who you are Imbalances: If blocked you could experience diseases of midline above the ears. Cynicism, disregarding what is sacred, closed mindedness & disconnection with spirit. Behavioural changes: An increased commitment to balancing all of the chakras. Frequent meditation, mindfulness, and an awareness of the oneness of all life. In addition, one may feel drawn to star-gazing, travelling, and lucid dreaming. |
Chakras can be blocked by…
- Work stress
- Financial turmoil
- Poor diet
- Sexual oppression
- Low self-esteem
- Suppressed anger
- Illness
- Grief
- Heartbreak
- Rejection
- Resentment
- Fear
- Anxiety
- Stubbornness & ‘Tunnel Vision’
- Denial
How to unblock Chakras
Meditation, affirmations, wearing specific stones or crystals, altering your behaviour and using your healy or a combination of these can unblock chakras. For example meditating while using your healy and holding a stone specific to a chakra you are working on can be a powerful practise.
Chakra meditation can be as simple as focusing on each chakra for a few minutes, paying full attention to the location, colour and the energy you want to infuse it with. Imagine a glowing coloured light shining clockwise for each chakra starting at the root and ending with the crown. You can add an affirmation said with belief, passion and conviction to carry you through the day.
We have 3 ways of working with chakras
- The Aura app which gives you insight as to what is happening in your world in relation to your chakras works with the information field.
- The individual chakra programs can be run with microcurrents in the pink app or via the information field in the blue app.
- The aura pure program in the soul cycle balances all chakras.