Thursday, May 27, 2010

Chakras: The Psychic Energy Centers

By Tana Hoy

What are Chakras?

Chakra is a Sanskrit word that signifies a "wheel of light." Located along the axis of the spine, chakras are known to be the psychic energy centers of the human body. In general, aside from being the gateways of auric energy to circulate in the body, chakras basically function to vitalize an individual's physical body and foster the development of one's self-consciousness.


The 7 Primary Chakras and Their Relevance

There are seven main psychic chakras. Chakras look like small energy balls and they appear in different colors. Each of the seven primary chakras have a specific function or significance to an individual's physical, mental, and emotional ways.

MULADHARA

The first psychic chakra is Muladhara. Also known as the root chakra, Muladhara is located at the base of the spin. This reddish colored chakra connects an individual to the physical world. In a spiritual aspect, it is usually associated with the motivation to protect one's self integrity. This psychic energy source paves a solid foundation to move toward higher self-awareness.

SWADHISTHAMA

The sacral or second chakra is located somewhere near the lower abdomen. This orange colored psychic energy source is the point of emotional connection.

MANIPURA

The third psychic energy center of the human body is the solar plexus chakra or Manipura. The Manipura appears yellowish in color and it is known as the primary source for the mental understanding of emotional life. It is also responsible for giving an individual his sense of identity.

ANAHATA

The heart chakra is the fourth key psychic center of the human body. Being the psychic love center of an individual, Anahata is all about emotional empowerment. This psychic energy ball can usually appear pinkish or greenish in color, and it is located at the center of the chest.

VISHUDDHA

The fifth chakra, Vishuddham is also known as the throat chakra. Typically bluish in color, it symbolizes a person's "will center" and is also associated with one's creativity and self-expression.

AJNA

The sixth major psychic chakra is also known as the third eye chakra. Ajna is the psychic mind center and is indigo colored. Located at the center of the forehead, it is connected with a person's intelligence and psychic power.

SAHASRARA

Last on the list of the seven key psychic chakras is the Sahasrara. The crown chakra as it is commonly called, can either be white or violet in color. It is located on top of the head (the crown) and is known as the primary coordination center of the body and the connection to one's spirit.


The Connections of Chakras and One's Inner Psychic

So what's the connection of the seven major chakras to one's psychic side? Here's the thing, all these seven major chakras must be aligned to harmoniously vitalize the physical body and bring about one's higher level of self-consciousness. As we all know, one's psychic side can be unlocked when the proper state of higher consciousness is achieved; so it basically follows that when all of your seven chakras are aligned and balanced, you have stronger way to connect with your inner psychic side!

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