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The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk-like spinning vortex or energy center that whirls in a circular motion vibrating at different frequencies. They are the openings for life energy to flow into and out of our aura/energy field. They serve as junction points between the body and consciousness, or between matter and the mind. Their function is to vitalize the physical body and to bring about the development of our consciousness.
There are seven major physical energy centers (root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, brow and crown) in the body that are aligned along the spinal column. The location of each chakra loosely corresponds to an area of the body’s anatomy and is associated with a specific element, colour, sound and shape that indicate something about the vibration or frequency of that center. For example, the frequencies of the seven main chakras are shown as rainbow colours (red=root, green=heart). Chakras that are positioned higher on the spinal column have more complex structure and functions. There are also many other chakras on and off our physical body.
The chakras are connected by to each other and the body through channels of subtle energy. The chakras, meridians/acupuncture lines and aura are all intrinsically linked - forming an intricate network that distributes life force energy. It is this complex system of energy transfer and distribution that is often the focus of all energy-based therapies.
The aura is sometimes described as an energy or electromagnetic field, subtle body or subtle bodies that surround/envelope the physical body. The etheric body is closest to the physical body. Next are the astral/emotional, mental and causal layers (names may vary).
When we are in a state of harmony and balance our auric field is oval shaped. Maintaining chakra and subtle body balance is important. When the chakras are in perfect harmony and balance, we are a fine tuned instrument. The energy flows smoothly allowing a natural state of well being to exist. New found energy flow (chi) from within supports us to make changes that we wish or need to make. These frequencies affect the mental, emotional, and spiritual energy/auric fields of the person. When the chakras are not functioning optimally or out of tune, the vital organs lack life energy to operate properly. This blockage may shows up as a symptom either within your physical body (as discomfort, tension, or ill-health), or a challenge in an area of your life e.g., challenges in relationships, finances, career, creativity, life purpose etc.
Tools such as colour, sound, crystals, gemstones, essential oils and other energy modalities e.g., reiki, can clear and balance the chakras and auric fields.
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