Svadhisthana

Creativity | Sacral

Svadhisthana, the Sacral Chakra, is located in the lower abdomen, just below the navel and above the pubic bone. This chakra is the source of our energy, creativity and fertility. When this chakra is out of balance, we feel unstable, guilty, and self-critical. When this chakra is open, it expands the creative potential of our minds. We can see life in a positive light and are able to cope with anything that comes our way.

Manipura

Personal Power | Solar Plexus

Manipura, the Solar Plexus Chakra, is located in the upper abdomen, between the navel and the ribcage. This chakra is our powerhouse. It's the foundation of our self-esteem, sense of purpose, personal identity, and individual will. When it is out of balance, it can manifest in some people as aggressive, overly rigid, or controlling behaviour. In others, it breeds a victim mentality, neediness, and lack of direction. When Manipura is in balance, we are in touch with our inner power and can overcome fears. We connect with who we are and have a sense of purpose.

Anahata

Love | Heart

Anahata, the Heart Chakra, is located in the centre of the chest, at the level of the physical heart and behind the sternum. This chakra governs love, compassion and empathy. It guides us to form meaningful connections with ourselves and others. When this Chakra is blocked, we can become possessive and co-dependent, tending toward dysfunctional relationships. When Anahata is flowing in balance, we can open our hearts without fear, let go of old wounds and embrace life, loving unconditionally and creating healthy relationships.

Vishuddha

Communication | Throat

Vishuddha, the Throat Chakra, is located at the base of the throat. This chakra is the key to our communication with others. When Vishuddha is blocked, you may feel like you are not heard and in some, it will make them over-talkative and unable to listen. When the Throat Chakra is open and flowing, your voice and words have more power and we are also able to listen to others and hear their truth without judgment.

Ajna

Intuition | Third Eye

Ajna, the Third Eye Chakra, is located in the centre of the forehead, slightly above the junction of the eyebrows. This chakra guides our intuition and gives us our ability to obtain wisdom that cannot be received through the physical senses. When it is blocked, we may feel untrusting, cynical, and attached to logic. When Ajna is open and flowing, we will have trust and confidence in our own innate wisdom and be able to make clear decisions and deal with the turbulence and challenges of life more smoothly.

Sahasrara

Spirit | Crown

Sahasrara, the Crown Chakra, is not located in the physical body but hovers just over the head. This is our halo, also referred to as a nimbus or aureole, that is often seen in old religious paintings from Italy to Tibet. When it is blocked, we may look for happiness outside of ourselves and then suffer as the outside world is beyond our control. When Sahasrara is open, we are able to see a bigger picture, to understand that we are beings beyond our physical body. Working on this Chakra will help you to feel free in any situation.