Chakras

[Kiran]

NOTE: These are guides only and always get checked out by your GP as well. Many alternative therapies relate to the chakras and that is why we have listed them here. Please see specific therapies and their use in affecting chakra issues.

A Chakra is like a spiral of energy, each one relating to the others. Chakra (pronounced sha-kra) is the Sanskrit word for ' wheel '.

If you can imagine the main chakras / energy centres as a set of cogs/wheels, they are rather like the workings of a clock or an engine; each cog /wheel needs to move smoothly and at a similar speed for the clock / engine to work properly.

Thus good health and well being is achieved by a balance of all these energies (or the smooth running of the cogs/wheels).

These are linked to the major organs of the body and there are seven of them -
Crown chakra located on top of the head
Brow/Third eye chakra located at the brow between the eyes
Throat chakra is located at the throat
Heart chakra located on the chest
Solar plexus is located just above the naval
Sacral chakra located just below the naval
Base chakra which is located at the bottom of the spine.

The Colour Violet/Purple relates to the CROWN chakra which is at the top of the head in the human body.
The related organ to the crown chakra is the brain.
The endocrine gland is the pineal gland.
Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
A reverence for all life.
Self sacrificing in the service of others.
An ability to see the appropriate route for the benefit of the higher self.
Idealism.

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
No concern for others.
Feelings of superiority.
Lack of contact with reality.

Physical
Some of the physical problems relating to the crown chakra are:
Depression.
Parkinson's disease.
Schizophrenia.
Epilepsy.
Senile dementia.
Alzheimer's.
Many mental disorders.
Confusion.
Dizziness, and even just feeling as if one has a muzzy head.
Psycho-spiritual
Violet relates to self knowledge/ spiritual awareness.

The colour violet is the union with your higher self, with spirituality, and your higher consciousness.

I will highlight the other chakras in following posts.

[Kiran]

INDIGO relates to the BROW chakra or third eye which is in the centre of the forehead in the human body.
The related organs to the brow chakra are the eyes, lower head and sinuses.
The endocrine gland is the pituitary gland.

Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Highly intuitive.
Faithful.
Clear sighted.
Integrity.
Orderly mind.

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Inability to trust intuition.
Scattered mind.
Inconsiderate.
Blinkered vision.

Physical
Some of the pgysical problems relating to the brow chakra are:-
Tension headache.
Migraine.
Visual defects.
Short-sightedness.
Long-sightedness.
Glaucoma.
Cataracts.
Catarrh.
Sinus problems.
Some ear problems.
Psycho-spiritual
Indigo relates to self responsibility, that is to say, being responsible for one's own life; responsibility to oneself to follow the soul's path and trusting one's own intuition.

The ability to see things from a 'higher' viewpoint rather than purely for satisfaction of the ego or one's material comfort. Intuitive messages are unique to you and are for your own personal growth and differ from the gut feelings.

[Kiran]

BLUE relates to the THROAT chakra which is in the throat of the human body.
The related organs to the throat chakra are the throat and lungs.
The endocrine gland is the thyroid gland.

Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Loyal.
Trustworthy.
Tactful.
Calm.

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Unfaithful.
Untrustworthy.
Self-righteous.
Cold.

Physical
Some of the physical problems relating to the throat chakra are:-
Thyroid problems - over active/ under-active.
Anorexia nervosa - this is a multi-chakra problem, but has a strong connection to the throat chakra.
Asthma.
Bronchitis.
Hearing problems.
Tinnitus (tinnitus may also be connected to problems with the brow chakra).
Problems of the upper digestive tract.
Mouth ulcers.
Sore throats.
Tonsillitis.
Psycho-spiritual
Blue relates to self expression. Speech, communication, the ability to communicate our needs and requirements. Spirit of truth and purpose.

[Kiran]

GREEN or pink relates to the HEART chakra which in the centre of the chest of the human body.
The related organs to the heart chakra are the heart and breasts.
The endocrine gland is the thymus gland.

Positive aspects
Some positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Compassion.
Generosity.
Harmony/Balance.
Loving.

Negative aspects
Some negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Indifference.
Jealousy.
Miserly.
Bitterness.

Physical
Some associated problems relating to the heart chakra are:-

Heart diseases.
Diseases of the Immune System for example, Aids and ME (myalgia encephalomyelitis, sometimes referred to as chronic fatigue syndrome or post viral syndrome).
Other problems related to the immune system, allergies and cancer of the breast.
TURQUOISE also has a helpful effect on the immune system and also helpful in relation to the throat chakra. PINK also relates to the heart chakra being the colour of love.
Psycho-spiritual
This chakra relates to love / self love. The ability to give and take unconditionally.
When balanced we are able to give this love and also to love and nurture ourselves, warts and all.

[Kiran]

YELLOW relates to the SOLAR PLEXUS chakra, which is situated below the ribs in the human body.
The related organs to the solar plexus chakra are the liver, spleen, stomach and small intestine.
The endocrine gland is the pancreas.

Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Confident.
Alert.
Optimistic.
Good humoured.

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Feelings of inferiority.
Over analytical.
Sarcastic.
Pessimistic.

Physical
Some of the physical problems relating to the solar plexus chakra are:-
Diabetes.
Pancreatitis.
Liver disease.
Peptic ulcer.
Coeliac's disease.
Gall stones.
Psycho-spiritual

Yellow relates to self worth. How we feel about ourselves and how we feel others perceive us.
This is the area of the personality, the ego and the intellect.

[Kiran]

ORANGE relates to the SACRAL chakra which is situated in the lower abdomen of the human body.
The related organs of the sacral chakra are the uterus, large bowel, prostate, ovaries and testes. (In the foetus the testes develop in the lower abdomen, thus linking with the sacral chakra energy, then descending to the scrotum by birth.)
The endocrine glands are the ovaries and testes.

Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Sociable.
Creative.
Joyous.
Independent.

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Withdrawn.
Destructive.
Despondent.
Over-dependent.

Physical
Some of the associated problems relating to the sacral chakra are:-
Pre-menstrual syndrome.
Problems with menstrual flow.
Uterine fibroids.
Ovarian cysts.
Irritable bowel syndrome.
Endometriosis.
Testicular disease.
Prostatic disease.
Low back pain.

Psycho-spiritual
Orange relates to self respect. Having the ability to give ourselves the freedom to be ourselves, to have and respect our own boundaries and therefore, be able to respect those of others. Orange relates to our ability to "give and take" within our relationships with others.

[Kiran]

RED/Black relates to the BASE chakra situated at the base of the spine.

The related organs to the base chakra are the kidneys and bladder (the kidneys are formed within the pelvis and here they link with the base chakra energy, although prior to birth they rise to the position higher in the body with which we are more familiar). The vertebral column, hips and legs are also areas related to this chakra.
The endocrine gland is the adrenal gland.

Positive aspects
Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Assertiveness
Courage
Strength of will
Pioneering

Negative aspects
Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-
Insecurity
Self pitying
Aggressive
Fearful

Physical
Some of the associated problems relating to the base chakra are:-
Constipation.
Diarrhoea.
Piles.
Colitis.
Crohn's disease
Cold fingers and toes.
Frequency of urination.
Hypertension (high blood pressure).
Kidney stones.
Impotence.
Problems with hips, legs and feet.

Psycho-spiritual
This chakra relates to self awareness. It is the area of survival and stability and your place on this earth and security issues.

[planetlove]

great post....
People must know of the chakras ..it's a must...
they are linked to all healing of the self....
V

[Kiran]

Well being as I have been posting about crystals and other therapies, I thought I had better post about them just in case someone new joins who doesn't know about them

[planetlove]

got this link via e-mail its worth watching the video

http://www.hemuz.org/SPIRITUAL/The-I...rian-subtitles

[Rana]

when i am in meditation the presence always directs my focus to these energy centers surrounding my being .. when in tune its a beautiful and powerful high ..very humbling and centering ..but does take practice at maintaining like many aspects of it all ..i would reccommend trying to connect atleast once to experience it because they are there in constant operation reguardless to our awareness of them like our physical organs ,the heart beats reguardless to your awareness but when you meditate and when your heart is your central focus you can opearte and concentrate your breathing making it slow or fast therefore affecting your state of calm ,so too is the power of knowing and concentrating on your energy centers ..(just my bit on that )

[Kiran]

Yes I agree with you there Rana and also I have done this outside in nature and when you connect your chakras and they connect with the bigger whole...it is amazing!! This is the most connected you will ever feel...like we are all one at the same time.....

[Samael]

Believe it or not, but I kinda know a lot about Chakras. Started reading about "them" last year, but to be honest I don't see anything more in that story then artistic potential. Anything more is, well...

Words like Chakras, Energy and Quantum are used today way to much... Oh well, I don't wanna offend anyone, I guess we all do what we enjoy in...

[Kiran]

Believe it or not, but I kinda know a lot about Chakras. Started reading about "them" last year, but to be honest I don't see anything more in that story then artistic potential. Anything more is, well...

Words like Chakras, Energy and Quantum are used today way to much... Oh well, I don't wanna offend anyone, I guess we all do what we enjoy in...

No offence taken All viewpoints are welcome but I would love to show you how to 'feel' them

[Narnia]

Thought it might be kind of fun and helpful to add some visuals to this wonderful thread of Chakras!

[Narnia]

[Kiran]

Thanks for those Polly...one word of caution....
If you are not used to dealing with energy work, you need to remember to close down the chakras after opening them. I shall post a little something about this later on (if I haven't already done so earlier on this thread).

[Kiran]

Just following on from Polly's post....there are various stones/crystals/ foods etc that can either activate a sluggish chakra and calm down an overactive one.

Go by the colour corresponding foods and stones and some quick examples are below:

Root Chakra - Main colour is red but the secondary colour is black.
Crystals: Garnet, black tourmaline, jet, apache tear, snowflake obsidian, ruby.

Sacral Chakra - Orange
Crystals: Carnelian, orange calcite, orange amber

Solar plexus - Yellow
Crystals: Tiger eye, citrine, yellow jasper, gold

Heart Chakra - Primary colour is green with pink as the secondary colour.
Crystals: Green aventurine, amazonite, green calcite, rose quartz, rhodonite, rhodochrisite

Throat Chakra - Light blue
Crystals: Blue lace agate, aquamarine, turquoise, tanzanite

Brow/Third Eye Chakra - Dark blue/indigo
Crystals: Sodalite, lapis lapuli, sapphire, iolite

Crown chakra - Violet is the primary with clear as the secondary
Crystals: Amethyst, fluorite, purple jade, clear quartz, diamond