CHAKRAS

Introduction
Chakra literally means “spinning wheel.”
Our consciousness (mind) gets projected through these wheels.
According to the yogic view, your body’s 7 chakras are a convergence of
energy, thoughts/feelings, and the physical body.
It refers to energy points in your body.
They are thought to be spinning disks of energy that should stay “open”
and aligned, as they correspond to bundles of nerves, major organs, and
areas of our energetic body that affect our emotional and physical well-
being.
Each of these seven main chakras has a corresponding number, name,
color, specific area of the spine from the sacrum to the crown of the
head, and health focus.
1.Muladhara Root Chakra
The first of the 7 chakras, the root chakra, is center is found at the pelvic floor.
Importantly muladhara holds our most powerful latent potential (Kundalini Shakti).
Through yoga and meditation, we begin to breathe life into the sleeping power that
sits in our root.
1. Colour-Red
2. Location-Pelvic plexus,region between anus and genitals.The base of spine.
3. Bija mantra-Lam
4. Sense organ-Nose
5. Element-Earth
6. Diety-Bala Brahma
7. Ruler-Ganesh
8. Associated with-Physical needs, passion, anger
Chakra deficiency and diseases
A blocked root chakra can manifest as physical issues like arthritis, constipation,
and bladder or colon problems, or emotionally through feeling insecure about
finances or our basic needs and well-being. When it’s in alignment and open,
we will feel grounded and secure, both physically and emotionally.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Asana- Baddhakonasa, Upavishtakonasana,Virabhadrasana series,Trikonasana
series.
Moolabandha, Ashwini mudra
Benefits
Stability , Security, Grounding
You will feel supported, a sense of connection and safety to the physical world,
and grounded, if this chakra is working optimally
2. Svadishthana- Pelvic Chakra
This chakra is held in our sacrum. It is our water center, home of the
reproductive organs and our desires. When our consciousness moves
freely through this area, we access our potential for self-healing and
sensual pleasure.
1. Colour-Orange
2. Location-Sacral region
3. Bija mantra-Vam
4. Sense organ-Tongue
5. Element-Water
6. Diety-Vishnu
7. Associated with-Joy,Vitality,Creativity,Sexuality
Chakra deficiency and diseases
When this chakra remains asleep to our consciousness, we may be
ruled by our attachments.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Asana-Forward and back bending asanas
Paschimotttanasana,Purvottanasana,Chakrasana,Ushtrasana
Moolabandha,Uddiyanabandha,Ashwini mudra,Viparithkarani
Benefits
Wave Of Creativity, Pleasure , Spontaneous & Zest Of Life, Feel Joy
You will feel committed, passionate, pleasurable, creative, abundant
and able to enjoy sex in your life, if this chakra is optimally balanced.
3. Manipura- Navel Chakra
Located at the navel, is associated with the digestive system, the element
of fire, and individual power and purpose.
Think of manipura as your body’s energy power-house, as it holds a vast
amount of our physical vitality.
Colour-Yellow
Location-Navel region
Bija mantra-Ram
Sense organ-
Element-Fire
Diety-Braddha Rudra
Associated with-Vitality,power,self-confidence
Chakra deficiency and diseases
When this area is blocked, we may experience imbalances associated with
aggressive ambition, heightened ego, and the pursuit of personal power.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Asana-Forward and back bending-
Paschimotttanasana,Purvottanasana,Chakrasana,Ushtrasana
Twisting -ardhamatsyendrasana,Vakrasana
Kapalbhati,Dhauti,Nauli kriyas
Moolabandha,Uddiyanabandha,,Viparithkarani
Benefits
Will Power, Self-Control, Performer, Self Acceptance
You will feel optimistic, self-compassionate, assertive, calm and confident, if
this chakra is optimally balanced.
4. Anahata- Heart Chakra
At the center of the chest,
It is “seat of the soul.”
Associated with the lungs.we can imagine the heart as the meeting ground for
the vast spectrum of our human emotional experience. The heart has the
capacity to radiate the highest aspects of the human being.
Colour-Green
Location-Heart
Bija mantra-Yam
Sense organ-
Element-Air
Diety-Ishan Rudra Shiva –Lord of North east
Associated with-Love, peace, compassion, total faith in the Divine.
Chakra deficiency and diseases
It also has the capacity to radiate our deepest feelings of insecurity,
disappointment, loneliness and despair.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Asanas-Gomukasana,Ardha Chakrasana,Parshwottanasana.
Anuloma Viloma Pranayama,Ujjayi.
Jalandhara Bandha.
To bring more light into the chakra of the heart, work with pranayama,
heart-centric meditation, and heart-felt prayer.
Benefits
Love & Relationship, Emotional Balance, Acceptance
You will feel joy, compassion, love, gratitude, and peaceful if this chakra is
optimally balanced.
5.Vishuddhi- Throat Chakra
Vishuddhi chakra is associated with the element of ether.
It is the energetic home of speech and hearing, and the endocrine
glands that control metabolism. On a spiritual level, this chakra is all
about expanding our conversation to the Divine.
Colour-Blue
Location-Throat
Bija mantra-Ham
Sense organ-Ear,sound
Element-Akash
Diety-Panchavaktra Shiva
Associated with-Communication,True to one self
Chakra deficiency and diseases
Blockage in this chakra may cause Thyroid gland related problems,Hypo and
Hyper Thyroidism,Ulcer,Heart burn,Indigestion,Excessive stress.fear and Fear
from speaking out.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Asanas-Ushtrasana,Halasana,Sarvangasana,Matsyasana.
Anuloma Viloma,Ujjayi,Bhastrika
Kapalbhati,Vaman dhauti,Vastra dhauti
To heal and purify the throat, we can work with chant, Jalandhar Bandha.
Benefits
Communication , Openness, Self Esteem
You will feel truthful and honest yet firm, free to articulate your thoughts,
feelings and ideas, if this chakra is optimally balanced
6.Ajna Chakra - Third-Eye Chakra
The ajna chakra, or “command center,” is located eyebrow level mid-
brain. It is the meeting point between two important energetic
streams in the body, the ida and pingala nadis, and the place where
the mind and the body converge.
Physically, it is connected to the pituitary gland, growth, and
development.
When relaxed consciousness flows here, we have more intuition,
inner-knowing, and a feeling that we are much more than a physical
body. To heal and purify this center, we can practice alternate nostril
breathing (nadi shodhana) and meditations focused on this center.
Colour-Dark Blue or Indigo
Location- located eyebrow level mid-brainBija mantra-
Organ-Peneal gland
Bija mantra-Aum
Element-Light and Illumination
Diety-Ardhanarishwara
Associated with-Intuition and Understanding
Chakra deficiency and diseases
Eye problems, Head ache,Migraine,Brain disorders,Insomnia,Endocrine
imbalance,Pituitary and pineal gland disorders, Hypothalamus
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Dhanurasana,Bhujangasana,Simhasana,Adhomuka
Shwanasana,Padmasana,Balasana,Vajrasana,Gomukhasana
Moorcha
Trataka kriya
Shambavi mudra, Shanmukhi mudra,Padma mudra
To heal and purify this center, we can practice alternate nostril breathing
(nadi shodhana) and meditations focused on this center.
Benefits
Clarity In Thoughts, Intuition & Wisdom, Vision
When this chakra is balanced we feel clear, focused, and can determine
between truth and illusion. We are open to receiving wisdom and insight.
7.Sahasrara Chakra-Crown Centre
the crown chakra, is what links us to everything that is beyond our
individual ego. It is everything that lies beyond our linear intellect and
personal needs, preferences and emotional experiences. It is the
gateway and source point into enlightenment.
Colour-White or Violate
Location-Crown of the head
Bija mantra-Aum
Sense organ-
Element-Time and Space
Diety- The Guru within
Associated with-Peace and Oneness
Chakra deficiency and diseases
Lack of trust and faith in others and in the universe, Lack of
clarity,fearfull feeling, Stuck or stagment, Unwiilingness to be open to
other ideas and thoughts or knowledge. The Signs such as
Psychosis,Dissociation from the body,being disconnected and
ungrounded.
Depression,inability to learn ,sensitivity to light, sound and
envirornment.
Clearing and balancing the chakra
Sirshasana,Chakrasana,Prasarithapadottanasana,Shashankasana,Halasa
na,Padmasana,Paschimottanasana,Supta baddhakonasana,
Matsyasana,Marjariasana,Vrikshasana,Shavasana.
Nadishidhana, Sitali, Shithakari, Bhramari
Kapalabhati kriya
Benefits
Conscious Living, Awareness, Oneness, Ability To See Larger Picture.
When this chakra is balanced, we live in the present moment. We
have an unshakeable trust in our inner guidance.
 Overall Benefits
Chakra healing is an excellent way to balance your chakras and find balance
within your body and mind.
 Improved overall health and well being.
 Greater and faster ability to heal your mental, physical, spiritual and emotional
issues.
 Increased openness, memory, concentration and awareness.
 Positive outlook in terms of understanding, perception of behaviors and
thought process.
 Heightened creativity and better resourcefulness because of better perception.
 Sense of self-worth, self-esteem and self- confidence.
 Improved and deeper sleep, better control over your emotions and improved
patience.