Your Energetic Essence
Way, way back, decades ago, the word chakra came up in a conversation. The term was unfamiliar to me at the time so I searched my brain for some frame of reference 🤔. Nada, nothing, zero. My interest was piqued! This was the start of my adventure into a deeper understanding of our energy system.
Chakra literally translates to “wheel” ☸ We have seven main chakras beginning at the base of our spine up to the crown of our head. I find their influence on our mind, body and spirit fascinating! These powerhouses of life force energy spin independently but work interdependently. The free-flowing energy is part of our system that keeps us vibrant and healthy ✨
Physical, emotional or spiritual disruption may occur if one or more of our chakras becomes blocked, clogged, stagnant… whichever word you choose, the meaning is the same, energy has stopped flowing freely. Guess what? Chakras can be opened and healed using various methods which allow the energy to run through them freely so harmony 💫may exist among the physical body, mind and spirit.
Root Chakra ~ “I am”
The root chakra, also known as the tribal chakra, represents our foundation. It is located at the base of our spine and gives us the feeling of being grounded. It is our connection to familial beliefs which help form our identity and sense of belonging.
When the root chakra is open, we feel confident in our ability to withstand challenges and stand on our own two feet. When it’s blocked, we feel threatened, as if we’re standing on unstable ground.
Location: Base of spine
What it controls: Survival issues such as financial independence, money, and food
Sacral Chakra ~ “I feel”
The sacral chakra helps form how we relate to our emotions and the emotions of others. This partnership chakra pushes us toward relating to external forces, discovering relationships outside of tribal authority and exploring power of choice. It also governs creativity and sexual energy.
An open sacral chakra supports enjoyment of life through the senses and a feeling of well-being. Those with a blocked sacral chakra could feel a lack of control in their lives.
Location: Lower abdomen
What it controls: Your sense of abundance, well-being, pleasure, and sexuality
Solar Plexus Chakra ~ “I do”
The third chakra, the solar plexus chakra, speaks to your ability to be confident and in control of your life. It relates to our personal power in relation to the external world. Think back to the last time you had butterflies or felt a pit in the stomach: That’s the third chakra at work.
If your solar plexus chakra is blocked, you might feel overwhelming amounts of shame and self-doubt. Those with open solar plexus chakras are free to express their true selves.
Location: Upper abdomen in the stomach area
What it controls: Self-worth, self-confidence, and self-esteem
Heart Chakra ~ “I love”
The heart chakra is the central powerhouse of the human energy system. It is the bridge between the lower chakras (associated with body) and the upper chakras (associated with spirituality). As the name suggests, this chakra can influence our ability to give and receive love—from others and ourselves.
Someone with a blocked heart chakra will have difficulty fully opening up to the people in their life. If someone’s heart is open, they can give and receive love freely, experience deep compassion and empathy.
Location: Center of chest, just above the heart
What it controls: Love, joy, and inner peace
Throat Chakra ~ “I speak”
The throat chakra gives voice to the heart chakra and controls our ability to communicate our personal power. The fifth chakra involves the power of will and learning the nature of choice.
When it’s functioning at full capacity, it allows us to express ourselves truly and clearly. Someone with a blocked throat chakra will feel like they have trouble finding the words to say how they truly feel.
Location: Throat
What it controls: Communication, self-expression, and truth
Third-Eye Chakra ~ “I see”
The Third-Eye chakra correlates to our mental abilities, psychological skills, and how we evaluate beliefs and attitudes. It controls our ability to see the big picture and connect to intuition. Think of it as the eye of the soul: It registers information beyond the surface level.
A blocked third eye chakra can manifest as fear of the unknown, feelings of inadequacy, difficulty concentrating and anxiety. Visions and intuitive hits are not uncommon for someone with an open third-eye chakra.
Location: Forehead between the eyes
What it controls: Intuition, imagination, and wisdom
Crown Chakra ~ “I understand”
The crown chakra, the highest chakra, sits at the crown of the head and represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually. It is the entry point for human life-force, which pours endlessly into the human energy system from a greater source.
When you fully open your crown chakra you’re able to access a higher consciousness.
Location: The very top of the head
What it controls: Inner and outer beauty, spiritual connection