A chakra (Sanskrit for “wheel”) is a center of energy in the subtle body or “astral body”, which is connected to both the physical and emotional bodies.
There are seven main chakras and each has its own individual color, mantra (sacred sound), and associated qualities. The chakras are each associated with an area of the body and a set of health concerns and emotional issues.
Sahasrara
Crown Chakra
Enlightenment
Sound: (Silent)
Element: Inner Light
Physical: Muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems, genetic disorders; brain; paralysis
Mental/Emotional: Inspiration, trust, faith; selflessness; humanitarianism; fulfillment; free will; values; ethics; decision making |
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Ajna
Head/Third Eye Chakra
Intuition
Sound: OM
Element: Inner Sound
Physical: Neurological disorders; brain; seizures; vision; headaches; hearing; learning disabilities
Mental/Emotional: Confusion; paranoia; closed-mindedness; anxiety; intuition; wisdom; imagination; visualization
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Vishuddi
Throat Chakra
Expression
Sound: HAM
Element: Ether
Physical: Mouth; throat; speech
Mental/Emotional: Expression; inspiration; creativity; communication; speaking up for oneself |
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Anahata
Heart Chakra
Love
Sound: YAM
Element: Air
Physical: Heart; lungs and breathing; breast cancer
Mental/Emotional: Love and relationships; anger; criticism; forgiveness; self-centeredness; compassion; empathy; nurturance
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Manipura
Solar-Plexus Chakra
Autonomy
Sound: RAM
Element: Fire
Physical: Intestinal and digestive systems; ulcers; eating disorders; liver; pancreas; kidneys
Mental/Emotional: Trust issues; self-confidence; self-respect; self-control; willpower; independence; fear of responsibility; authority issues |
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Svadisthana
Spleen Chakra
Intimacy
Sound: VAM
Element: Water
Physical: Prostate and bladder; skin disorders; allergies; sexual and reproductive problems
Mental/Emotional: Money; guilt; control; abandonment; sex; sexual or emotional abuse; relating to people; intimacy; sharing
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Maladhara
Root/Base Chakra
Survival
Sound: LAM
Element: Earth
Physical: Sciatica; varicose veins; lower back pain; rectal problems; hemorrhoids
Mental/Emotional: Physical necessities (food, shelter, etc); living situations; commitment; loyalty; career; growth; family; childhood neglect and abuse
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