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From a metaphorical perspective - if the aura can be explained as a layered 'energetic egg' with multiple sheilds for your body - the chakras are the wheels and the mechanism, and your body is the vehicle, with you as the driver of your destiny. As with any engine - each of the cogs plays a vital role in your overall health and wellbeing - mind body and spirit.

About Chakras

Base Chakra

Symbol: A four-petaled lotus flower, which typically has a square at the centre with a downward-pointing triangle within the square. The petals symbolise the four aspects of the human psyche: Mind (manas), Intellect (buddhi), consciousness (chitta) and the ego (ahamkara). The square represents the element of Earth, and physical existence, grounding, and Stability. The downward-pointing triangle represents the grounding force that anchors us in human existence. Some images contain the symbol 'lam’ in the centre, which depicts the seed mantra and a sound vibration associated with the Base Chakra.

About

The Base Chakra is the first of the seven major chakras, and is located at the base of the spine. Its Sanskrit name is the "Muladhara Chakra". The word Muladhara is composed of two Sanskrit words: "mula," meaning "root", and "adhara," which translates to "support.” It is the body's survival centre and the most instinctual of all the chakras, and the foundation for all the other major chakras in the human body. It is named ‘root chakra’ because it provides a foundation to all the other primary chakras, in much the same way as when a person is building a high-rise building, unless the foundations are strong, the building will never be stable and is at risk of tumbling down at any time. It represents our feelings of security, safety, self-preservation, vitality, life, and, to some extent, strength and determination.

Location: Base of the Spine in the Perineum

Colour: A vibrant shade of red, but can also be represented with black. The colour black is usually represntative of the Earth Star or Bindi, however, the Base Chakra is a major chakra and many people will encompass the Earth Star qualities with the Base Chakra.

Physical Body/Organs: The Base Chakra governs the function and physical health of body organs and components primarily associated within the pubic area, as well as issues around mobility and procreation, and even motor skills, as these are all necessary for our human body to survive and thrive and so that we can support ourselves and our livelihood.

Coccyx (Tailbone), front and sides of the pubic region, genitals, anus, vagina, pelvic floor, bowel and urine movement, sexual function, childbirth/delivery, lower back, Stability (motion/movement/walking), body, bones, flesh, and skin, as these are all necessary for our bodies to survive, function well and support ourselves to cover our base needs.

The base chakra is associated with the earth element, which is evident in practical ways. It oversees the base and the survival needs and is an instinctual chakra. Additionally, when functioning well, it supports a person to expand their awareness (including inner awareness) of what is happening internally with their body, such as ‘feeling spirit or energy’, or simply recognising when they are uncomfortable or unsafe so that they can shift to a safer environment as part of sustaining their lives. Instinct differs from intuition in that it is concerned with basic survival and responding to threats, such as whether a person should run from danger, hide from it, or fight back. Most people will recall a situation where they instinctively moved from one area to another and had a ‘lucky escape’. Animals tend to be more instinctual than humans and can feel the changes in weather patterns. The body instinctively knows what to do at the right time. The base chakra is also responsible for excretory functions, which help remove toxins from the body; if left, these toxins can cause physical and mental diseases.

Function

Function Disruptors

The base chakra can be impacted by experiences that threaten our life and our ability to meet our basic, fundamental, and primordial needs. As adults, the function can be affected by childhood experiences such as living in poverty or in life-threatening situations, such as a war zone. These experiences shape our beliefs, such as poverty and the feeling of never having enough, as well as feeling powerless, setting the foundations for unhealthy patterns of behaviour and thinking for the future, even when the threat no longer exists or has been removed. When our basic survival needs are not met, the base chakra can become imbalanced and dysfunctional, which can lead to health problems and difficulties in maintaining a positive outlook and experiencing happiness and joy throughout life. Other conditions that impact negatively on the root chakra function can include near-death experiences, violent attacks, serious diseases, physical abuse, ongoing financial struggles, loss of housing/accommodation and natural disasters.

Purpose/Function: Survive, Thrive, Self Preservation, Grounded, Practical, Physical and Financial Security

Assess Your Base Chakra Function

Signs of a Healthy Base Chakra

Generally speaking, people with a healthy base chakra are exceptional leaders, devoid of power and control issues. They are able to fill responsible roles and retain the respect of others. They can work independently, with authority or as part of a team. They are good with money, maintain a healthy work life balance, and are able to sustain healthy relationships.

Emotional: stable, safe, secure, and connected to other people, with a sense of ‘belonging’, Trust and Acceptance of their place in the world, grounded and practical.

Physical: People with a healthy base chakra experience overall good physical health,while they may experience intermittent muscule, or skeletal health issues (or any health issues in the Base chakra region) they are usually temporary, and a reminder to review and reflect on their overall health, mindset, and emotional space, or as a signal that something needs to be addressed in their lives. A time for a review.

Behaviour: Self-preserving, Survival Mindset, Vitality, and Will to live. Confident, energetic, emotionally strong, purposeful, and purpose-driven. Independent, Assertive, Persistent, with Leadership qualities, pioneering, and fearlessness. Takes care of their bodies and well-being in a non-obsessive way.

You can assess the function of your Base Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold, as will as physical ailments and injuries, and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of a blocked or imbalanced base chakra

Emotional: Anxiety, Depression, feeling disconnected and isolated, self-pity and victim mentality; poverty mentality and greed for money and material things, feelings of aimlessness, lack of purpose and lack of ambition and life direction, low or weakened will to live, thoughts of self-harm, nervousness, low enthusiasm, immunity disorders, feeling unsafe, and insecure (especially around ability to survive and provide for self, feeling stuck with an inability to take action, feeling powerless, Panic Attacks, phobias, feeling abandoned and unsupported.

Physical: low energy, low vitality, back and lower leg pain, lethargy, fatigue, lack of motivation, constipation, detoxification problems, bowel, bladder, colon, or anal problems, under- or overactive libido, light-headedness, dizziness, inexplicable pain in the lower abdomen and pelvis, reproductive issues, insomnia, or excessive sleeping, mobility or skeletal problems such as arthritis, or problems with feet, and walking.

Behavioural: Hoarding (Material Items); Wilful and imposing, power hungry, intimidation, Lone Operator, Destructive, Arrogant and Authoritarian, Domineering,), obsessive compulsive disorders, sexual fetishes (especially anal), power and control issues (and a desire to dominate others), inability to focus and concentrate and easily distracted from purposes and tasks, rushing from one task to another, Financial instability and difficulty managing money.

Reflective Questions for the Base Chakra

Am I controlling? or resistant to control?

Do I attempt to manipulate people to do things that I want them to and if they refuse, do I get angry and potentially use force?

Am I violent with myself and others?

Am I assertive, or am I too frightened to assert because I fear a violent reaction (or negative judgement of others?)

Am I idle or inactive? Do I procrastinate?

Have I ever been accused of being arrogant or domineering?

Do I react angrily and defensively to criticism and judgement by others?

What is my attitude to money- Am I overmaterialistic, or have I decided to ignore the material world and find myself living in poverty?

Do I procrastinate or avoid my responsibilities?

Do I hurt myself to feel emotions or release them?

Am I awkward around other people and uncomfortable with personal demonstrations of affection such as hugs?

Do I feel locked into negative and unhealthy situations and relationships?

Sacral Chakra

Symbol: A six-petaled lotus flower, with inner circles, and a crescent moon. The circles represent that life is cyclical— an ongoing series of life, death, and rebirth. The six petals represent the six negative aspects of human nature that we must overcome to bring balance to our mind and physical body. VAM (pronounced "VUM", rhyming with "DRUM") is the seed mantra that carries the healing sound vibration for the Sacral Chakra, promoting creativity, joy, and sensuality.

About

The Sacral Chakra is the second of the seven major chakras. Its Sanskrit name is the "Svadhishthana Chakra". Its name translates as 'dwelling place of the Self,' and it is associated with our personal identity, who we are. It governs the emotional energy of a person, as well as creativity and the levels of acceptance and resistance within them, and their ability to adapt to change throughout their life path. Where the Base chakra is instinctual and about 'doing', the Sacral chakra is associated with feelings and emotions, and probably the first of the chakras where we can consciously demonstrate freedom of choice and will in how we respond to circumstances.

Location: : It is located in the lower abdomen, about four finger-breadths below the navel, and just above the pubic area (base chakra).

Colour: Symbolised with a vibrant shade of orange.

Physical Body/Organs: While the sacral chakra governs the organs situated within its location, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes for women, as well as the uterus and muscles within the region, it can also impact the health and condition throughout the body in the other areas governed by other chakras, such as the liver and kidneys which are situated in the solar plexus, and the bowel and bladder excretionary systems. This is because the sacral chakra is the first point of detoxification

Purpose/Function: Identity, Sensitivity, Emotions, Reproduction, Passion, Creativity, Pleasure, Joy, Fear,/Safety

Bladder, kidneys, reproductive organs, and small intestine, rectum, appendix, and lower colon.

The Sacral Chakra is associated both physically and symbolically with the element of water. From an energetic perspective, water represents emotions; however, within the body, water is a vital life force and fundamental to both survival, health, and wellbeing. The sacral chakra regulates the body's hydration function. When we drink water, it travels to the small intestine, where it is absorbed and distributed throughout the body to provide nutrients to the physical body and promote healthy function, or to flush out toxins and waste. When our body becomes undersaturated, we can experience symptoms of fatigue and lethargy. At the same time, an over-saturation can result in levels of hyperactivity. As an emotional centre, it governs the way we express our feelings and connect to others, and is central to inspiring and motivating creativity in all forms, as part of being our 'authentic selves'. It governs our self-image and how we relate to other people, and is the centre of passion which can be either positive or negative when misdirected, as well as procreation, and is the first 'intuitive' chakra as opposed to 'instinctual'.

When it is out of balance, it will have a 'flow on effect', where toxins can build up and be stored in the body, which then creates a 'rotting' effect, or toxification of the body system that creates further health issues. This is why, when treating many conditions (including physical and mental illnesses), a person would be wise to work with the orange chakra as well. For example, Depression is believed by metaphysicians to be first linked to the sacral chakra with a resistance to change, and then to the throat chakra with an inabilty to express emotions (especially pain), and when in chronic stages can impact upon the solar plexus (with al ack of faith in the processes of life), and a lack of forgiveness (to the universe or other people) which impacts upon the heart, and finally upon the crown chakra, with a belief in limitation and pain and powerlessness, where the neural pathways and patterning become 'set' until repatterning and a significant shift in beliefs occurs.

Function

Function Disruptors

The Sacral Chakra can become over- or underactive, so when referring to the function of the Sacral Chakra, it is not necessarily blocked (if ever), but instead is simply out of balance. While there are potentially many emotional or physical experiences that can cause chakra imbalance, hydration is one of the primary factors that start off as mild symptoms but can become life-threatening when hydration is ignored, especially over the long term. This is because poor hydration or overhydration can impact kidney and liver function, and the inability to remove toxins from the body, and consequently impact other chakras and body organs. Unhealthy relationships will affect the chakra function, such as toxic and abusive relationships, especially the relationship between a parent and child, where a child is continually neglected and abused, emotionally or physically, and later with poor selection around intimate partners, or if a person has been a victim of a sexual assault. If a person's sense of identity is closely tied to material success, the sacral chakra will also be affected and negatively impacted when they experience financial struggles and difficulties. As a chakra of 'pleasure', it is the first to be affected by unhealthy pleasure seeking, such as overimbing in alcohol and substances such as drugs,

Assess Your Sacral Chakra Function

Signs of a Healthy Sacral Chakra

Emotionally balanced, creative, artistic, sensuous, and comfortable with gender, intimacy, and sexuality. Passionate, motivated, and inspired. Alive, joyful, and happy. Emotionally responsible, self-aware (knows triggers and manages emotional responses effectively). Positive, and motivated.

Behaviour: Humour and laughter, joyfulness, artistic, dramatic, colourful, and unconventional, with a caring and nurturing nature towards others (and oneself), balanced activity, courage, comfort with sex and intimate acts, and the ability to set and maintain healthy relationship boundaries, as well as being a problem solver and solution finder. Responsible – knows when to hold on and when to let go of situations. Ability to accept change and go with the flow. Compassionate, proactive, balanced perspective on emotional situations, humane, acts on intuition.

Signs of an Imbalanced Sacral Chakra

Emotional: Joylessness, lack of pleasure, intimacy issues, relationship problems, emotional instability and disconnection from self or others, reduced creativity, loneliness, feeling isolated, anxiety, low libido, fearful, insecure, burdens of shame and guilt, often overwhelmed emotionally with difficulty processing and managing them, feeling purposeless and aimless, uninspired and unmotivated, mood and personality disorders, difficulty sustaining relationships, resistant to change

Physical: lethargic, low energy, fatigue, diverticulitis, ovarian cysts, or kidney stones, impacted stool formation, fallopian problems, rectal problems, appendix issues. Issues associated with dehydration: dizziness and light-headedness, headaches, dry mouth, dark urine, infrequent urination, thirst, drowsiness and confusion, rapid heart beat, dry and shrivelled skin, cold hands and feet, confusion and irritability. Anaemia, Chronic lower back pain, genital health issues or dysfunction, arthritis, spleen, Premenstrual syndrome, sinus, over or inhibited libido, Joint and cartilage pain and problems, addictions including sexual.

Physical issues with overhydration: nausea, vomiting, stomach bloating, headaches, drowsiness, muscle weakness and cramps, confusion, dizziness, edema (swelling of feet, hands and belly), kidney and livers disease, congestive heart failure,

Under active chakra: concerned with physical ailments, including lower back pain, hip pain, bladder and kidney infections, prostate or gynaecological problems.

Overactive Sacral Chakra: Focused on the emotional – with issues around emotional balance, self-awareness, processing and managing emotions, as well as a lack of creativity (especially regarding problem-solving), emotional manipulation.

Behaviour: Irresponsible (blames others), melodramatic, Self Harm/ Self Sabotage, inappropriate sexual behaviour and expression, poor boundaries, Moodiness (highs and lows), Anger and angry outbursts (significant combative reactions), Drama seeking and trouble making, Exhibitionism, poor impulse control, attachment disorders (and being overly affectionate tot hose that do not reciprocate or undervaluing people who are genuinely caring and concerned for the person), procrastination, self absorbed, unreliable, poor impulse control, hypochondria, and detachment disorders, dependency or co -dependency issues.

You can assess the function of your Sacral Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Sacral Chakra

Do I attempt to manipulate people to do things that I want them to and if they refuse, do I get angry and potentially use force?

Do I notice my feelings BEFORE they overwhelm me?

Am I paralysed by fear (known or unknown?)

Do I struggle to feel emotions? Do I repress my emotions ?

Am I frightened by my feelings? Do I have mood disorders?

Do I hurt myself to feel emotions or release them?

Am I awkward around other people and uncomfortable with personal demonstrations of affection such as hugs?

Am I more interested in momentary pleasure than long term joy?

Am I impulsive and then regret the things I do and filled with shame and embarrassment over my past?

Do I blame others for how I feel?

Do I take responsibility for my emotions and actions?

Am I sexually inhibited or extroverted and does my sexual behaviours interfere with my enjoyment of life?

Do I have physical health issues such as back pain or abdominal issues situated in the body between the belly button and the groin? (these indicate blockages),

AM I COMFORTABLE WITH MY FEELINGS?

Solar Plexus Chakra

Symbol: A ten -petalled lotus flower, which bears the letters da, dha, na, ta, tha, da, ha, na, pa, and pha upon them. A downward pointing triangle (usually red) sits in the middle of it, to symbolise the earth element of fire. It is associated with the healing sound "AH". Some images contain the symbol 'Ram in the centre which is a representation of the 'seed mantra' and a sound vibration associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra.

The Solar Plexus chakra is centred within the human body around the navel, along the spine. It is the third (and one of the largest) of the seven major chakras in the chakra system. Its Sanskrit name is "Manipura Chakra". "Mani" translates to shining gem, where "pura' means 'the place'. A literal translation is the 'place of the shining gem'. It is the centre of Will and considered to be a chakra and energy space of 'personal power'. It is associated with the element of fire, which is also the brightest. It is credited with extending the fire of passion and motivation (in the sacral Chakra) through the body. It is a centre of 'knowing' and knowledge, and discernment between fact and fiction, along with decision making and choices and the start of decisive action, albeit intuitively or consciously. That being said, a dysfunctional solar plexus, or a blocked solar plexus, can result in ignoring this power of decision-making and handing it over to others. It is the Chakra for 'gut instinct'. For example, sometimes in life the path becomes a 'fork in the road' and a choice between two (or more) new directions. A person can sit at the fork, or choose a path, and before they choose, they may be attempting to work out which one 'feels right' to walk. They reflect on the two choices, and one will give them butterflies in the pit of their stomach, while the other may give them a heaviness or a 'knowing'

About

Purpose/Function: Intellect, Clarity, Faith, Hope, Trust, Confidence, Assertiveness, Personal Power, Self Discipline, Strength of Mind, Manifestation

You may have experienced this 'knowing' when you're told something and a thought instantly comes to mind, followed by the instinctual response, 'I know how this is going to end.' And it doesn't matter what anyone says or what else comes into the picture; you just know. It might not be the ending you want. So, you might talk yourself into believing something different or even tell yourself that your initial response was 'wrong', but as time passes, you recognise that you 'knew all along', and your initial response was the 'right' answer. By ignoring that response, you were simply trying to either take control of the situation and force your will or accommodate other people's emotional needs. This is problematic because the 'knowing' is actually an intuitive voice and your own internal guidance. Sometimes this inner 'knowing' can be called 'mothers instinct', where a mother can automatically see risks for their children, and this doesn't mean that they simply 'release and let go', there are certain actions that must be taken for 'child protection', because a 'knowing' doesn't always mean that there is no choice around actions, instead it means there is a choice about emotional reactions to events. The yellow Chakra also represents youth, new beginnings, and rebirth

Location: It sits approximately four finger breadths above the navel (and below the rib cage) and below the navel (above the pubic area).

Colour: Sunny Yellow

Physical: The solar plexus primarily oversees the functioning of the upper abdomen and the organs and structures within it, including the middle back/vertebral skeletal structures, the digestive tract, and the intestines. It is within the solar plexus that we start to see crossover between organ functions and the chakras. The sacral chakra governs the physical functioning of the lower abdomen and the organs within it, and is primarily an emotional chakra. The solar plexus chakra is influenced by the emotional state, which can impact the function of the organs such as the liver, gall bladder, and kidneys. The intestines are responsible for the absorption of nutrients into the body. Where there is an immune disorder (governed by the crown or the throat) that prevents the absorption of certain minerals and vitamins, there may be an impact upon the higher chakras. For example, the endocrine system, which supports overall immunity and immune function, is situated in the upper chakras, and these have an impact on the solar plexus function (and capacity to absorb nutrients and vitamins). A person would work with the solar plexus and the other chakras, depending on the condition, such as the throat for thyroid function, the solar plexus, the crown and even the heart and higher heart chakras, primarily if the body is exhibiting health issues within any of them. Often with immune conditions, there are long-term effects on heart and lung function as a person ages and matures, or in other health conditions, there can be damage to brain function and overall motor function due to nutritional deficiencies. While some of the body's chemical and cellular make-up is not 'mineral or vitamin', for natural function, the body needs specific vitamins to maintain cellular function, such as vitamin D, which is a necessary requirement for the body to create melatonin.. Ideally, we would be able to add Vitamin D to the body to encourage natural melatonin creation; however, a person can now purchase melatonin supplements. If the body is low in melatonin, then the person may experience Insomnia and sleeplessness (which then may impact negatively upon the sacral chakra – due to anxiety and escalated emotional states, which then cloud the capacity to make healthy judgements). It is for these reasons that a person would be wise to work with all chakras at the same time because they are interactive.

Function

The Solar Plexus chakra is considered a fire element, and associated with the sun, creating an energetic warmth within and allowing for 'warm feelings'. A healthy solar plexus is the vehicle through which our heart Chakra open to the giving and receiving of love. Energetically not only is there a physical digestive aspect to the solar plexus chakra but also the digestion and processing of information including emotions, and this is the links to the intellect, and study/learning. Students will work with both the crown and the solar plexus. Ego is also associated with the Solar plexus, as this is a chakra of choice and decision-making. We can operate from the small self (being self-absorbed and bogged down in materialism) or from the conscious and aware self – with respect toward others. It is a centre of gathered wisdom in the form of lived experience, that provides the courage, faith, trust and hope

Function Disruptors

Deprivation of sunlight (vitamin D deficiency); lack of balance between work/play can result in burnout and fatigue. Failure to develop the yellow Chakra can lead to issues with power and control. Imbalances in the base and sacral Chakrachakras can impact the Solar Plexus chakra by clouding judgement with emotion and instinct, rather than approaching problems from a space of discernment. The solar plexus can also be disrupted by activities and people in the environment, where there has been a significant emotional reaction or response to the actions. Environmental factors will generally disrupt temporarily however, where there has been enduring harm, the Chakra can become blocked. Factors that can block the Solar Plexus can include feeling powerless within relationships, such as being involved in an abusive marriage, or childhood abuse and trauma, workplace bullying and mobbing, living in an unsafe or volatile environment. Where abuse or threat to survival and safety is enduring, the feeling of being powerless can also be enduring.

Upper Intestine, Digestive Tract, outer Adrenals, pancreas, including the stomach, small and large intestines, kidneys, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder, metabolism and processing, mineral and vitamin processing

Assess Your Solar Plexus Chakra Function

You can assess the function of your Solar Plexus Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of an Imbalanced Solar Plexus Chakra

Emotional: low self-confidence, feeling hopeless, loss of faith, distrust of people, low self-esteem, insecurity, feeling like a victim, and self-pity, inability to discern or trust own judgement, fearful, weak, vulnerable, anger and volatility.

Physical: Indigestion, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diabetes, Pancreas, Liver, Colon, Heartburn, weight fluctuations (especially excess weight gain), bleeding or sensitive gums, ulcers, hypoglycaemia, digestive disorders.

Behavioural: Eating Disorders, rigid and controlling behaviours, bullying (or repetitive victimisation), inflexibility, stubbornness, poor boundaries (difficulty saying no and prioritising self care), justifying other peoples harmful behaviour to yourself, neediness and ongoing requirement for validation and approval from others, overanalysis (paralysis by analysis), procrastination, investing emotionally and forming attachments with people who do not reciprocate or do not value you, aimless, unmotivated, uninspired.

Signs of a Healthy Solar Plexus Chakra

Emotional: Strong sense of self confidence, self-worth and self-value, clear sense of purpose and identity, empowered, resilient (and capable of navigating challenges and changing circumstances), discerning and able to assess people and situations reliably (trusts in own decision making), fortunate and upbeat, clear thinking, capable and willing to take risks, optimistic, excitement, and happiness.

Physical: Healthy digestion and metabolism, healthy liver, kidneys, pancreas, blood sugar and nutrient absorption, healthy chemical balance in the brain, healthy brain function (information processing and memory recall), healthy cognitive processing.

Behavioural: Assertive, aggressive toward goals, determined, ability to harness the energy of strong emotions and direct to positive pursuits, resilient (bounces back after 'falls'), willing to commit, trustworthy, integrity, courageous, analytical, purposeful action, pays attention to physical health and health care, creates a work/life balance, depression, attentive to diet and nutritional needs, knowledge seeker, strong will power and self-discipline, impulse control, respect for conflicting view points and other people. Willingness to take risks (informed decision making) and to take responsibility for decisions and choices. Healthy relationship boundaries, concise and clear thinking, critical thinking abilities, independence, walking the talk (integrity), manifestation (achieving success), self-confidence, and self-motivation.

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Solar Plexus Chakra

Do I act upon my hunches?

Am I responding to my inner guidance?

Do I ignore my own guidance and do as others tell me I should?

Do I trust my own decision making?

Am I willing to be a powerful person?

Do I allow my fear stop me from developing and reaching my potential?

Are my relationships with others problematic- do I feel taken advantage of?

Do I see other people’s boundaries and do I respect them?

Do I find myself justifying and explaining to others why I make personal decisions?

Do I hide myself and my potential to accommodate other people’s emotional needs?

Do I make excuses for not doing and achieving my goals? “I would if I could but I can’t so I won’t/ don’t do..”

Do I allow my perceptions of past betrayals to dictate my present and my future?

Do I believe that I am a victim of life?

Do I believe that money solves problems or creates problems?

What is my attitude to wealth and Power?

Am I willing to take the steps I need to take to develop my potential and reclaim my power?

DO I FEEL POWERLESS? DO I FEEL VICTIMISED?

Heart Chakra

Symbol: A twelve-petalled lotus flower surrounding a six-pointed star, with the letter “Yam” in the middle. Each petal symbolises the twelve qualities of the heart: love, peace, empathy, forgiveness, patience and harmony. The star is constructed from two triangles - a downward-pointing triangle representing the feminine, and an upward-pointing triangle representing the masculine. The star represents the union and balance of both the material world and the spiritual world, or the unification and linking of the mind (purpose, intention, beliefs) to the emotions and love, acting as a bridge between the earthly chakras and the higher and lighter chakras

About

Location: Central within the chest area, close to the heart, the heart chakra is about the size of an average dinner plate and centred at the bottom-most point of the cleavage, or the base of the ribcage.

Colour: Many people are not aware that the heart chakra is both pink and green and that the pink is associated with the self, where the green is associated with other people (and the nature kingdom). A balanced and healthy heart chakra has a balance of green and pink within it. The green of the heart chakra is an emerald type green and reflects the ‘outward love’ or the ‘giving of love to others, being a compassionate, and empathetic person. The pink of the heart chakra reflects self-love, the capacity to accept self in its current state and recognise that the self is a product of life experiences, and is in a constant state of evolution and that the concept of a ‘perfect human’ is unrealistic.

Physical: Heart, rib cage, upper back vertebrate, lungs, liver, spleen and gallbladder, and some digestive ailments such as ‘heart burn’ or gastric reflux.

Purpose/Function: Goodness, Compromise and Beauty, Forgiveness, Respect, Acceptance, Love , Relationships, Acceptance

The heart chakra is the fourth of the seven major chakras in the human body. It is associated with the element of water. In Sanskrit, it is called the ‘Anahata’ Chakra, meaning ‘unstuck’. It is where we begin to cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness and develop meaningful relationships. It is the first of the chakras that carries ‘duality’. The first chakras (or ‘lower’ chakras) are focused on the self, where the higher chakras are energetically focused on self as well as compassion and empathy (and consideration of others). The heart chakra is a crucial energy centre for connecting to ‘Divine and Source Energy’, and for empowerment. It is important because the heart centre acts as a bridge to the higher chakras, and secondly, because it is through the power of love that we can connect to the Divine Love, and to feel and experience pure, unadulterated, unconditional love. To summarise, the heart chakra is where we join the ‘I’ with the ‘you’ and emotionally connect to the ‘us’, recognising that we are all aspects of the divine. It is through this recognition that we can connect to the Divine.

Function:

Function Disruptors

The heart chakra is about love–giving and accepting, or receiving, which is why it is the first of the ‘dual’ chakras, as it is where we start thinking and believing in more than ourselves. To receive love, we must be able to give love and hold love, compassion, and kindness toward ourselves. Love is multilayered and includes aspects of compassion, empathy, forgiveness, and acceptance. It comes in a variety of forms, from parental love toward a child or the child’s love for a parent, to their friends, and, of course, romantic partnerships. It can also include the love of friends and those people we feel are ‘family’. Trust (centred in the solar plexus) is vital to healthy loving relationships. Part of giving and being loving involves being comfortable with being vulnerable – and open to having the ‘deeper’ loving relationships. When we can balance the energy of the heart chakra, we can tap into the power of Divine Love in its most pure form – devoid of attachment to outcomes and expectations. We become ‘unstuck’ from the emotional wounds and past traumas, as well as any limiting beliefs that block us from moving forward in our life's purpose and soul journey.

The heart chakra (when balanced and fully open) is also a means to connect with our spirit Guides and Guardians for divine messages of guidance in the most reliable way. It is associated with the psychic gift of clairsentience, which is the ability to feel emotions. Words can often differ from intention, but when a person can feel the feelings behind the words, truth is revealed. The heart chakra is a chakra of discernment, determining what is love and loving versus what isn’t, based on the energy's feel and how to distinguish between loving and fear-based or unloving energy.

The heart chakra is the most easily disrupted by life experiences and distorted perceptions of what love is, as well as betrayals and breaches of trust, or when a lack of self-valueself-value allows people to treat us in ways that are devoid of basic kindness and care. On the other side,, there areare the unreasonable expectations we may hold of people about how they should demonstrate their love and affection for us, which leads to feelings of disappointment and suffering. Unreasonable expectations are a lack of acceptance of people for who and what they are, and often a desire to control those around us. Feelings of powerlessness or victimhood will impact and disrupt the heart chakra, as will a lack of emotional regulation.

A dysfunctional solar plexus can disrupt the function of the Heart chakra, often occurring when a person experiences a crisis of faith or betrayal. Unrequited love and a lack of discernment about associations can also disrupt a person’s capacity to give and receive love. Breaches of trust can impact our capacity to extend love to others and also to love ourselves. Often, when a person experiences betrayal by a loved one, they can turn that grief and pain inward and blame themselves for not realising that the person was untrustworthy (because there are usually indicators that go unseen when a person is wearing the ‘love goggles’). Holding onto blame (of self and others) creates a block or disruption in the heart chakra, and forgiveness is vital for unblocking it. Acceptance is the key and the first step to healing from betrayal. It involves taking a non-judgmental approach and recognising that the experience carries blessings and lessons, as well as an effort to be kind. If you are blaming yourself and your mind chatter says “I am stupid – I should have seen the signs”, then that mind chatter can be converted to “I was naïve, but now I know better.

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Assess Your Heart Chakra Function

You can assess the function of your Heart Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of a Healthy Heart Chakra

Emotionally: sincere, compassionate, non-judgemental, comfortable with emotional expression and feeling vulnerable. Openness to giving love and receiving it. Healthy self-esteem. Acceptance of oneself and others, along with good time management that allows for self-nurturing. Joyfulness and happiness.

Physical: Ability to sustain holding breath, breath regulation, regulated blood flow and healthy blood circulation, healthy cardio, skeletal, and respiratory systems.

Behavioural: Optimistic, Creators of beauty, respect for boundaries (personal and other people's), Kind and Caring, appreciative, gracious and grateful, willingness to acknowledge and respond to the efforts of others, ability to see blessings and find the silver lining within all ‘problems’,

Signs of a Dysfunctional or Blocked Heart Chakra

Emotional: Fear of rejection, Lack of trust in a committed relationship, Issues with giving and receiving affection, Over-dependency in a relationship, Lacking Empathy, Lacking Compassion, Obstinance, Guilt, Shame, Low Self-Esteem, Feeling Worthless and Unlovable, Inability to forgive (Self and Others), Unrealistic expectations of self and others, misery, and ingratitude

Physical: Heart and Lung conditions, poor blood circulation, Heart Pain, Angina, Muscular pain (in the upper thorax), spinal problems (upper vertebrate), asthma, breast cancers, pneumonia, chest infections, Heartburn, Reflux, breast cancer

Behavioural: Selfishness, self-absorption, emotional insensitivity, acting ‘tough’, unreasonable expectations of others (especially emotionally), emotional manipulation, intolerance, discomfort with personal demonstrations of affection, absentmindedness and disorganisation, poor time management or life balance, where there is no time for self-care, conflictual relationships, co-dependency, submissiveness (or domineering), incessant complaining, lack of appreciation (of self and others), unable to see blessings.

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Heart Chakra

Do I put myself last, devoting time to everyone else with none left for me?

Do I feel unworthy of being loved and adored?

Do I withdraw my love from people who disappointment me?

Do I judge myself harshly for failing to meet my expectations?

Do I struggle to look myself in the eye? Am I ashamed of my body?

Am I ashamed of ME?

Do I speak unlovingly to myself?

Am I overly critical of myself?

Do I hide my feelings?

Am I comfortable expressing love and affection?

Am I kind to animals and vulnerable people?

Have I allowed myself to become bitter and resentful at others?

Are the people I Iove preventing me from being loving to them?

Is there anyone in my physical life that shows me love and affection?

Do I allow others to mistreat my love and affection?

DO I LIKE ME? DO I REALISE I AM LOVED, LOVING AND LOVABLE?

Higher Heart Chakra

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The Higher Heart chakra is one of the minor chakras in the energy body; however, it is no less important than all the other major chakras. It is not one of the major chakras – it sits within the space at the top of the heart chakra, and moves toward the throat chakra. In many ways, it is a messenger chakra, in that once a person understands their physical body and emotional self, they can identify blocks to achieving balance within the higher chakras of divine communication. Many of the Indigenous groups (especially the Aboriginal People of Australia) state that they do not believe in mental illness but rather that a person’s suffering is due to a ‘broken spirit’, and when doing so, they invariably tap the higher heart chakra with their fingers and speak of the ‘pain in their heart’. Some people refer to this chakra as the “Ascended Heart Chakra.”

Location: The Upper Chest area (in between the throat and heart chakras) is positioned above the thymus gland. It sits about two fingers above the top of the cleavage.

Colour: Lime / Neon Green

Physical: Thymus Gland, Lungs, esophagus (swallowing/digestion), upper back (spine/vertebrate), skin conditions and disorders

Unification of the love of the heart, to the throat and crown, alignment of personal will with Divine Will, and acting from a space of integrity and truth, authenticity and faith in the Divine, recognition of blessings seen and unseen.

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Grief and suffering, Repeated trauma, a crisis of faith, bullying and harassment, denial of freedom, loss of liberty, repeated victimisation, family breakdown, relationship trauma,

Functional Disruptors

Assess Your Higher Heart Chakra Function

You can assess the function of your Higher Heart Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of a Healthy Higher Heart Chakra

Ability to sustain relationships and interact with other people, especially in social settings. Comfortable in most social settings.

Emotional: comfort in various social settings, with the ability to engage with people from a wide variety of settings. Emotionally intelligent and able to unpack and process feelings and not personalise events. Willingness to be vulnerable, but also capable of discerning who and what are healthy relationships, when to invest and when to withdraw, healthy relationship boundaries. Positive attitude toward life, and hopeful for the future, lives in meaningful and purposeful ways, and can remain present and enjoy each moment.

Physical: Healthy functioning body organs and metabolism, including cardiovascular, respiratory, swallowing and immune system.

Behavioural: Willingness to be vulnerable and take risks in new relationships. Capacity to convert emotional pain and the pain of lost love to a positive outcome (for instance, the survivors of trauma and war, who actively work toward peaceful solutions for the greater good), and desire to create positive and empowering changes for the collective. For instance, advocates and activists strive to create systemic change for vulnerable individuals who lack the means to create healthy conditions for themselves due to social barriers. Acceptance of difficult situations and the ability to create positive outcomes from them.

Signs of a Blocked or Dysfunctional Higher Heart Chakra

Emotional: Panic attacks, Distrust of other people, fear of being in social settings and environments, Fear of group settings, fear of loss of loved ones, fear of anything to do with any form of relationship, fear of being misunderstood by people around them, deep enduring mourning (for lost loved ones), hopelessness, crisis of faith, despair, and depression.

Physical: pain in the area of the chakra, exacerbated or rapid breathing, heart burn, shortness of breath, chest pain, persistent cough, hoarse voice, facial or neck swelling, immune disorders, frequent infections, skin infections and recurring cysts, dysphagia, or swallowing disorders, Vena Cava syndrome, Di George syndrome, Mediastinal masses, and thymus cancer, Myasthenia Gravis, Anaemia, antibody deficiency, autoimmune conditions, lymphatic cancer, involuntary muscle actions and tics, susceptibility to infections.

Behavioural: Social withdrawal, Isolation, (preference of being alone rather than with people) avoidance of group activities and group settings unless it is ‘family’, and even within family there may be a desire to disengage, substance use and abuse as part of soothing emotional pain and trauma, rumination (spending long periods of time revisiting the lost past), avoidance of situations that might cause grief, some manic behaviours and mood disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, lacking in purpose and life direction, scattered and disorganised.

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Higher Heart Chakra

Do I socially isolate?

Am I frightened of forming relationships with people?

Do I experience panic attacks or rapid breathing when I enter new social settings?

Am I comfortable with being vulnerable with others?

Do I lose myself in my thoughts and memories of the past?

Do I struggle to experience feelings of joy and happiness?

Am I hopeful about the future?

Do I have faith and belief in the universe?
Am I resistant to relationship changes?

Have I allowed myself to become hard because of past relationship loss or breakdown?

Am I overly cautious or paranoid when interacting with other people?

Do I actively avoid my thoughts and memoires?

Do I get overwhelmed and experience flooding of emotions and thoughts about the past?

Am I able to bounce back from relationship and friendship endings?

DO I SOCIALLY ISOLATE? AM I UNCOMFORTABLE IN SOCIAL SETTINGS?

Throat Chakra

Symbol: A light blue coloured sixteen-petalled lotus flower, surrounding a downward-pointing, inverted triangle. Within the triangle is a circle that contains the Sanskrit letter for “Ham”. The symbol represents the incorporation of etheric or non-physical wisdom and higher knowledge into spoken works, as well as the purity of communication. More specifically, the petals represent the clarity and purity of expression. In contrast, the triangle represents consciousness – channelling the higher wisdom from the higher realms into the tangible and earthly. The circle represents wholeness and completeness, as well as the cyclical nature of communication, along with a purity of thought and intention. The circle with the letter (seed mantra) represents the sound that activates and balances the chakra, and the colour symbolises truth, clarity and communication.

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Colour: Light/sky blue, Turquoise Blue

Physical: Throat, thyroid and parathyroid glands, vocal chords, oesophagus (swallowing), larynx, tongue, neck.

Purpose/Function: Seat of the Soul, Gateway, Communication, Purification, Preservation of Health, Truth

The throat chakra is the fifth of the seven major chakras in the human body. Its Sanskrit name is “Vishudda”, which means or translates to “especially pure”. It is associated with the element of space (also known as “Akasha”). It is referred to as the ‘Seat of the Soul’ by many because it acts as a gateway to communication and connection across the physical, astral and spiritual realms, and links and connects us with the truth of who we are (our “True Self”) as well as our Higher Self aspect. When we are connected to the Higher Self and the truth of who we are, then not only do our thoughts reflect purity (as well as our intention), but the Divine guides our actions, and this includes the way we express ourselves both verbally, creatively (writing and art) and telepathically. The throat chakra is associated with honesty and compassion, which includes being honest with ourselves and the truth of who we are -souls in progress, with a purpose of promoting tranquillity and harmony within and around ourselves, and to expand our consciousness.

Location: The throat chakra sits at the base of the throat. You can find it by using two fingers and pressing the bottom of the throat, where you will feel the softness between the two breast bones, centred at the larynx.

Function Disruptors

The throat chakra is often referred to as the “Seat of the Soul’ because it is through the heart chakra that we can connect to the higher realms. As a ‘space element’, there is the capacity to energetically, with intention, project our energy field to other realms for interdimensional travel, and become energetically aware, consciously of thoughts and ideas (telepathic communication), and the energy of emotions and feelings (clairempathy). When communicating with the higher realms or spirit realms, communication is activated for receiving guidance in the form of claircognizance (clear knowing).

The throat chakra, emotionally, is linked to the expression of feelings and emotions, as well as the capacity for creative and proactive expression. It is where we consider the thoughts and ideas and start to express them – especially when the expression involves feelings, and where there are choices inside, we can continue to express reactively to emotional triggers, or we can be creative and express in ways that create a desirable outcome that allows for a heightened connection to the people in the world around us. While the brow chakra is associated with ears and hearing, a well-functioning throat chakra enhances communication through astute listening and paying attention to nonverbal cues. Physically, it is associated with the detoxification of the body, the absorption of minerals and nutrients, and the preservation of the body's physical health and well-being.

The function of the throat chakra and its efficiency can be interrupted by our emotions, and many health conditions, such as mood disorders, affect both the sacral and the throat chakras (for example, depressive-type disorders). Fear is the primary blocker of the throat chakra. Genetic preconditions, such as autoimmune conditions, can also block the function of the Throat chakra. Other factors that can impact the throat chakra function are unhealthy or polluted foods, and air (and water).

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Assess Your Throat Chakra Function

You can assess the function of your Throat Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of a Healthy Throat Chakra

Emotional: Confidence, healthy relationships, peaceful, harmony, ability to express emotions, comfortable with self, accepts self and true self, awareness of self, transparent, empathetic, serene, calm, Harmonious, acceptance of comfort and discomfort, non-resistant, emotional intelligence and maturity, understands the links and connections between all.

Physical: Devoid of neck/throat ailments or impediments, good overall wellbeing, no chronic health conditions or autoimmune and metabolic dysfunction.

Behavioural: Comfortable in social settings and public speaking, exceptional communicator and able to resolve conflicts with ease, through peaceful and respectful communication, authentic and honest, negotiation and mediation, sincere, truthful, integrity, authentic, clarity of expression, healthy and balanced relationships including intimate relationships, inspired and creative, self-assured, confident, non judgemental, clarity of communication/speech, articulation of thoughts, opinions and beliefs.

Spiritual: Psychic Gifts, connection to Higher Realms, Higher Self, spirit Communication, Dream Messages, full range of clairs, and well-developed mediumship skills (spirit communication).

Signs of Dysfunctional or Blocked Throat Chakra

Emotions: feeling unheard or misunderstood, depression and mood disorders, feeling stagnant, unmotivated, and uninspired, lack of creativity, disharmony within relationships, feeling disconnected, isolated or alone, fear of judgement and criticism (and rejection), self-doubt, and anxiety, addiction.

Behavioural: Ineffective verbal and written expression. Difficulties communicating thoughts, emotions and needs clearly and confidently, yelling or speaking loudly, constant need for validation from others, lack of integrity (saying one thing and meaning another). Repetition of unhealthy cycles and refusal to learn from life experience, addiction and obsessive behaviours, codependency.

Physical: Thyroid and immune or metabolic problems, throat problems, sore throats and hoarseness, voice and speech problems (stutters and impediments), jaw tension, neckpain and frequent headaches, weight issues (over or underweight), fatigue, low vitality, swallowing and eating problems, such as loss of taste, some cancers, neck vertebrate problems, some mood disorders and explosive angry outbursts.

Spiritual: Undeveloped psychic gifts, inability to follow intuitive guidance, and limited access to some clairs (but not all) can reflect a barrier, as can a lack of conscious response to energy, such as telepathy.

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Throat Chakra

• Do I struggle to express myself verbally?

• Am I silent when I should be expressing, and yelling when I should be calmly stating my truth?

• Do I become overwhelmed when speaking with people?

• Do I feel unheard like no one listens to what I say?

• Am I flexible with my truth to be accepted by others?

• Do I remain silent to keep the peace?

• Do I see a purpose and meaning in my life?

• Do I chatter Incessantly?

• Am I comfortable on my own?

• Do I fill the quiet times in my life with noise to drown out my feelings and thoughts?

• Do I listen to and act upon my intuitive hunches?

• Do I express myself creatively? (Gardening, cooking, painting, writing, music, etc).

• Do I feel isolated, disconnected and alone as I walk my path?

• Do I hide my brilliance or 'tone it down' to avoid attention?

• Do I have healthy relatonships with my mother/children?

• Do I often believe other peoples untruths?

• Do I jump to conclusions and take actions before investigating the truth of a situation?

• Do I tell untruths?

• Do I struggle to discern fact from fiction?

DO I FEEL SAFE STANDING IN MY TRUTH?

Bindu Chakra

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Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

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Brow/ Third Eye Chakra

Symbol: A two-petalled lotus flower, within which a circle sits, and within the circle, there is an inverted triangle containing the seed mantra for OM. The downward pointing triangle represents the union of the divine with the individual (person), in the form of intuition and the manifestation of wisdom – the connection of the intellect (mind) with spirit. The two petals represent the energy channels and the duality of consciousness and unconsciousness, which merge at the Brow chakra. The circle symbolises infinite awareness and a unified consciousness. The OM is the sound of the universe through which we call upon the Creator/Source.

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Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

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Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

Eyes, Ears, Mouth, Teeth, Nose, Brow,

Function Disruptors

Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

Assess Your Brow Chakra Function

You can assess the function of your Brow Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Signs of a Healthy Brow Chakra

Focus and Vision

Intuition, insight, and spiritual awareness.

To see the truth within and without.

Clarity

Ability to trust your intuition and imagination.

Ability to clearly see your life

Self awareness and emotional balance.

You trust your inner knowledge, which allows you make balanced decisions.

Openess to different perspectives and able to receive wisdom from beyond

Extra Sensory Perception and the Clairs of sight, touch, sound, taste, and hearing.

Signs of a Dysfunctional Brow Chakra

Emotional

Physical

Behavioural

Indecision

lack of focus/confusion

Anxiety and Moods

Fear

Paranoia

Mood Disorders (related to the hormonal dysfunction and physiological conditions).

Reactiveness due to lack of balance.

Erratic, Unstable, Ungrounded.

“Off with the fairies’.

Delusional

Inability to Meditate

Anxiety Conditions

Brain and perceptual problems

Vision/Eyes, Ears, Nose

Hormonal and immune problems.

metabolic problems,

Headaches

Vision Problems

Hearing Problems

Sinus Issues

Sleep Disturbances

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Brow Chakra

Do I struggle to retain focus on my goals and apply myself to them?

Do I struggle with visualisation and using my imagination?

Am I able to concentrate for long periods of time.

Am I aware of anything within me that prevents me from aligning with Spirit/Divine the eternal?

Am I able to see causes within me of ill health such as inadequate diet and exercise regimes?

Am I often experiencing feelings of betrayal because I extend my trust to people who are unworthy of it?

Am i able to create and retain healthy relationship boundaries?

Am I learning lessons from past experiences?

Do I suffer from conditions such as Anxiety/Depression/PTSD or Mood Dysregulation?

DO I FEEL SAFE SEEING THE TRUTH?

Crown Chakra

Symbol: A six-petaled lotus flower, with inner circles, and a crescent moon. The circles represent that life is cyclical— an ongoing series of life, death, and rebirth. The six petals represent the six negative aspects of human nature that we must overcome to bring balance to our mind and physical body. VAM (pronounced "VUM", rhyming with "DRUM") is the seed mantra that carries the healing sound vibration for the Sacral Chakra, promoting creativity, joy, and sensuality.

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Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

Eyes, Ears, Mouth, Teeth, Nose, Brow,

Function Disruptors

Purpose/Function: Healing, Psychic Senses (Clairs), Abundance, Intuition, Physical Senses

Healthy Crown Chakra

Spiritual awakening

Clarity of mind

Increased empathy and compassion

Greater sense of purpose

Improved intuition

Reduced anxiety and stress

Mental balance

Mood stabilization

Expand perception and experience a spiritual awakening

Boost in energy

purity, spirituality, and enlightenment.

Imbalanced/Dysfunctional Crown Chakra

You can assess the function of your Crown Chakra through observation and reflection. Chakra Dysfunction becomes apparent through the thoughts and emotions we hold and the way we respond to outside or external triggers (our behaviour). Below, you will find some pointers for assessing your chakra function and some reflective questions. You don't need to tell anyone your answers to the questions; however, it is essential when aiming to achieve your true potential to be completely honest with yourself.

Emotional

Physical

Behavioural

Lack of purpose

Depression

Inability to focus

Confusion and indecisiveness

Disconnection from your spiritual self

Feeling Isolated and Alone

unwillingness to be open to other ideas, thoughts, or knowledge.

Psychosis, dissociation from your body, and feeling ungrounded

Learning Difficulties

Rigid Thinking (Right/Wrong)

Judgemental

Insomnia, Poor Memory, Inability to concentrate.

Migraines and headaches

Difficulty with sense of direction

Sensitivity to light and sound

Insomnia

Fatigue

Poor Memory and Inability to Focus

Healing and Reflective Questions for the Base Chakra

Am I controlling? or resistant to control?

Do I attempt to manipulate people to do things that I want them to and if they refuse, do I get angry and potentially use force?

Am I violent with myself and others?

Am I assertive, or am I too frightened to assert because I fear a violent reaction (or negative judgement of others?)

Am I idle or inactive? Do I procrastinate?

Have I ever been accused of being arrogant or domineering?

Do I struggle to feel emotions? Do I repress my emotions?

Am I frightened by my feelings?

Do I hurt myself to feel emotions or release them?

Am I awkward around other people and uncomfortable with personal demonstrations of affection such as hugs?

Do I feel locked into negative and unhealthy situations and relationships?

DO I FEEL FREE OR TRAPPED BY CIRCUMSTANCES?

Rainbow Chakra

Symbol: A s

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Earth Star Chakra

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Kundalini Chakra

Symbol: A s

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