Understanding Your
7 Main Chakras
Explore the seven energy centers traditionally associated with different aspects of our physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences.
Each chakra has its own symbolic color, qualities, and traditional associations. Through intention, meditation, visualization, and mindful self-care, we can use these teachings to deepen our awareness and connection with ourselves.
To balance each chakra, you can use several different techniques:
*Looking at a color or envisioning it in that chakra center.
*Holding or carrying crystals in your hands, pockets or as jewelry.
*Smelling Essential oils in a diffuser, oil heater in candles or using an oil that is safe to be used on the skin diluted with a carrier oil such as jojoba oil
*Practicing yoga poses.
Listening to solfeggio frequencies based on each chakra.
7. The Crown Chakra
Located just above the head, when this energy center is in balance we feel a sense of connection with the Divine or Universal Energy.
When out of balance one may experience depressive moods, dizziness, headaches and feel detached from others. This chakra governs our head and mind.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the colors purple & white in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Selenite, Clear Quartz or Amethyst stones
Essential Oils or Candles: Rosewood, Frankincense, Sandalwood
Yoga poses such as Down Dog
6. The Third Eye Chakra
Located at the center of the forehead, when this energy center is in balance we are connected to our intuition, imagination and inner awareness.
When out of balance we look to others to give us answers instead of following our gut instincts. This chakra governs our eyesight and sinus cavities.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the colors indigo or navy blue in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals:
Clear Quartz, Lapis Lazuli, Opalite stones
Essential Oils or Candles:
Lemongrass, Lavender
Yoga poses such as Down Dog, Yoga mudras
5. The Throat Chakra
Located in the neck and throat area. When this energy center is balanced we are able to express our true feelings easily. We are able to communicate well.
When out of balance we may find ourselves talking non-stop or unable to express ourselves well. This chakra governs our mouth, throat, & neck.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the colors turquoise or sky blue in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Sodalite, Blue Lace Agate, Aquamarine, or Angelite stones
Essential Oils or Candles: Eucalyptus, Chamomile, Rosemary, Peppermint, Camphor
Yoga poses such as Fish Pose, bridge pose, cat & cow
4. The Heart Chakra
Located in the center of the chest, when this energy center is in balance we are able to love ourselves and others without judgement and criticism.
When out of balance one may experience difficulty expressing compassion, giving or receiving love, or maintaining emotional connection. This area governs our heart, lungs, shoulders, arms & hands.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the colors green and pink in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Rose Quartz, Jade, Amazonite, Emerald
Essential Oils or Candles: Clove, Rose, Marjoram, Jasmine
Heart opening Yoga poses such as Fish pose, sphinx pose, cobra pose, puppy pose & cat & cow
3. The Solar Plexus Chakra
Located just above the belly button.
When this energy center is in balance we have self-confidence and a greater sense of self-worth.
When out of balance one may experience a lack of self-worth and self-esteem. This chakra governs our digestive system.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the color yellow in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Citrine, Topaz, Tiger’s Eye
Essential Oils or Candles: Lemon, Chamomile, Lavender
Yoga poses such as boat pose, cobra pose, twists and triangle pose
2. The Sacral Chakra
Located just below the belly button.
When this energy center is in balance we are very creative and our emotions are balanced.
When out of balance one may experience the feeling of being on an emotional roller-coaster. This chakra governs our reproductive organs, emotional balance.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the color orange in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Tiger’s Eye, Amber, Carnelian, Fire Opal, Moonstone
Essential Oils or Candles: Sandalwood, Jasmine, Myrrh, Orange, Pepper, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang
Yoga poses such as Triangle pose, Pigeon pose, Goddess pose, twists
1. The Root Chakra
Located in the pelvic region.
When this energy center is in balance we feel safe, secure and have healthy relationships.
When out of balance one may experience a feeling of lack of: money, safety or basic needs being met. This chakra governs our low back, legs, ankles and feet.
Ways to Support this Chakra:
Receiving Energy work
Using the color red in visualizations
Holding / carrying Crystals: Ruby, Garnet, Tiger’s Eye, Hematite, Tourmaline, Red Jasper
Essential Oils or Candles: Clove, Cedar, Rosemary, Vetiver, Bergamot
Yoga poses such as Mountain pose, Warrior I, II, III, Chair pose