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About the Chakras and Healing - How to Balance Your Chakras

Chakra color balancing There are several healing methods which can help you balance and heal your Chakra System, which are the energy fields located within and surrounding our body. It is important to make sure that they are open and in balance, as this will give us a feeling of harmony and peace. But if any of these chakras are closed or blocked, it will cause energy imbalances which may create several types of problems.

Each chakra center corresponds to a specific area of the body and is also associated with certain characteristics. If a chakra is closed, it may indicate that you are holding back or having difficulties in that specific area of life to which that chakra corresponds. For instance if your heart chakra needs healing, it could be that you're not allowing yourself to feel or receive love from others. You can heal these energy centers through certain chakra meditations and visualization techniques. Restoring balance in the chakra system helps to create well-being in one's physical, emotional and mental being, as well as more harmony in one's life. When you heal a particular chakra that is in need of clearing, it will also help to clear any issues associated with that particular energy center.

The Location and Attributes of Each Chakra and How To Balance Each Energy Center

The First Chakra is the Root Chakra. This is our foundation for Safety and Stability. It represents the basic physical needs for survival. The Root Chakra energy center is located at the base of the spine. It's connected with life force and being grounded to the earth. The color associated with this Chakra is Red. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the root chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Root Chakra

You can Balance the Root Chakra through physical movement and activity of any kind, as well as connecting with your physical environment. Spending time out in nature and connecting with energy of the earth is especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the color red may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have about your environment, money or personal security.

Being more aware of the present moment/being physically present, improving focus and concentration, developing more confidence, stability, and being comfortable with change and growth, are some signs of a balanced Root Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the root chakra will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Second Chakra is the Sacral Chakra. This is our space for Creativity and feeling. It represents sensuality and the need for emotional security. The Sacral Chakra energy center is located just below the navel. It's also connected to our reproductive system. The color associated with this Chakra is Orange. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the sacral chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Sacral Chakra

You can Balance the Sacral Chakra through Creativity and play, as well as any sort of creative self expression and personal connection. Connecting with water, such as swimming, taking a bath, or simply sitting near a lake, is especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the orange red may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have about intimacy, or related to your physical body and self-esteem.

Being comfortable and accepting of one's self, healthy and harmonious inter-personal relationships with others, and positive social connections, are some signs of a balanced Sacral Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the sacral chakra will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Third Chakra is the Solar Plexus. This is the center for Will-Power and Confidence. It represents self-esteem and self-discipline. The Solar Chakra energy center is located in the stomach area, between the navel and the heart. It's also connected to our digestive system. The color assocaited with this Chakra is Yellow. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the solar chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Solar Chakra

You can Balance the Solar Chakra through physical creativity of any kind, as well physical activities such as dance or yoga. Connecting with water, such as swimming, taking a bath, or simply sitting near a lake, is especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the yellow may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have about your life's purpose and direction, or related to your self image.

Being responsible and in control of one's self and life, feeling independent, having confidence and good self esteem, being decisive and able to take action towards one's goals, are some signs of a balanced Solar Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the solar chakra will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Fourth Chakra is the Heart Chakra. This is the space for Unconditional Love and Beauty. It represents our relationships and compassion for self and others. The Heart Chakra energy systen is located in the chest area. It's also connected with our physical heart and emotions. The color associated with this Chakra is Green. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the heart chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Heart Chakra

You can Balance the Heart Chakra through practicing compassion for self and others, as well being open to giving and receiving love. Connecting with nature and the earth, as well as with plants and animals, taking a walk or sitting in a forest or garden can be especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the green may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have related to trust and forgiveness of self and others.

Being authentically kind and generous, having empathy, helping and assisting others, experiencing joy and gratitude, being unconditionally loving, following your true heart's longings are some signs of a balanced Heart Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the heart chakra will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Fifth Chakra is the Throat Chakra. This is the center for Communication and Self-Expression. It represents our inner voice and inner truth. The Throat Chakra energy system is located in the throat and neck area. It's also connected to verbal speaking, listening and being heard. It's alsoThe color associated with this Chakra is Blue. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the throat chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Throat Chakra

You can Balance the Throat Chakra through authentic communication and self expression, also with education, learning and teaching. Listening to music, singing or chanting, and spending time near or on water can be especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the color blue may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have related to trust, whether of self, others or God/Spirit, as well as any issues concerning communication or self expression.

Being genuine and honest with youself and others, finding and listening to your your inner voice and expressing your inner truth, good communication skills, as well as being able to truly listen to others, are some signs of a balanced Throat Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the throat chakra will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Sixth Chakra is the Third Brow Chakra (also known as 'the third eye'). This is the space for Imagination and Intuition, also for Intellect, spiritual knowledge and Wisdom. It represents our self-awareness and connection to the Non-physical world. The Brow Chakra energy center is located in the forehead area, in connection with the Pineal gland in the brain. It's also connected to spiritual insight and vision. The color associated with the Brow Chakra is Indigo or Purple. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the brow chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Brow Chakra

You can Balance the Brow Chakra through Self and Spiritual Awareness, and also by developing and trusting your insight and intuition. Any type of meditation, prayer, or any type of spiritual practice in general can be especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the color purple or indigo may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have related to one's spiritual beliefs or spiritual connection, including any negative issues that may be subconscious/psychological.

Having strong intuitive insight and being able to follow one's inner guidance, having a clear and positive vision for one's life, and feeling spiritually connected and Whole, are some signs of a balanced Brow Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the throat brow will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.

The Seventh Chakra is the Crown Chakra. This is the center for Higher Wisdom and Universal Energy. It represents our connection to the Divine and the Higher Self. The Crown Chakra energy center is located above the head. It's also connected to the pituitary gland in the brain and with the entire nervous system. The color associated with the Crown Chakra is violet, and also pure white light. Imbalances in an area of life related to this chakra may manifest within the physical body as symptoms. These symptoms will involve the physical area of the body represented by the crown chakra.

Healing and Balancing the Crown Chakra

You can Balance the Crown Chakra through Faith and Spiritual Awareness and Spiritual Connection. Any positive thought or action, and anyspiritual practices can be especially beneficial. Wearing or visualizing the color violet or white may also help recharge this energy center. Other ways to Heal this energy center are by releasing any fears, and clearing any negative attitudes and feelings you have involving spirituality, including any issues associated with spiritual discernment, or any negative escapism, extemism, judgements or superiority relating to one's spiritual practice or beliefs.

Being spiritually connected to the Whole/having a deep spiritual connection to God/Source/Divinity, having strong faith, feelings of inner peace, natural bliss, and having a positive energy and healing effect on others are some signs of a balanced Crown Chakra. Healing any issue in your life that is associated with the crown will also assist in healing the corresponding physical areas of the body that this energy center connects to.


Also check out: NaturalChakraHealing.com for more detailed information about each individual chakra along with natural techniques for activating and balancing them, including yoga postures, meditations, affirmations, foods and herbs, and music.

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