Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning "wheel".
The chakra system originates in India somewhere
between 1500 - 500 B.C. and is referenced in the most ancient Sanskrit scriptures called the
Vedas.
Each chakra is an energy centre which spins like a wheel. If it spins too fast, that chakra is too
open. Sometimes the wheel spins too slow, or not at all - meaning that this particular chakra is
too closed. In order for one to have maximum health and a balanced life all of the chakras need
to be balanced. The chakra system, as its name defines is a system. When one chakra is out of
balance it effects all of the chakras. To balance and align the chakras is a work in progress as
everyday things such as stress, upset, tiredness, sickness and so on has an effect on specific
chakras. Meditation, yoga, crystal healing, affirmations, mindfulness and other practices can help
to bring the chakra system back into balance.
There are seven main chakra centres; the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye and
crown.
The root chakra is located at the base of the spine (between the anus and the genitals) and
is associated with feelings of grounding, safety and security. Its colour is red.
The sacral chakra is located at the lower abdomen, between the navel and the genitals. It
is associated with emotional and life balance as well as sexuality. Its colour is orange.
The solar plexus chakra is located between the navel and the sternum (breast bone). It
relates to personal power, motivation and empowerment, its color is yellow.
Next is the heart chakra, located at the heart centre. This chakra deals with love and
relationships, its colour is green and sometimes pink as well.
The thorat chakra is located at the throat itself and is related to communication and
expression but also listening. Its colour is blue.
The third eye chakra is located between the eyebrows. It deals with ones intuition and
wisdom. Its colour is purple or indigo.
Lastly we have the crown chakra which is located at the top of the head. It is associated
with ones spirituality and its colour is violet, gold or white.
