Do you want to "open your chakras" as they say? In fact, to take care of yourself and your health, it is more appropriate to balance them. Discover the 7 main chakras, our advice to locate them and offer them the harmony necessary for your development.
In Sanskrit, an Indo-European language which subsists in particular in religious and sacred texts, chakra means "wheel". The human body, a temple of energy, is said to house more than 80,000 chakras, or more than 80,000 wheels… to make good progress. But to simplify the task, and because some chakras stand out for the energy they represent, we commonly identify 7 main chakras in Ayurvedic medicine. A tiny number that therefore pleases us: finally, identifying and remembering the 7 main chakras that "make" the machine "turn" is not sea to drink. But why read it? Because our chakras are centers of life energy. When one of them is out of order, that is to say it emits little energy or too much energy, we may experience fatigue, low morale, get sick, or conversely, experience periods of stress and restlessness. This is why our chakras deserve to be in balance and to release the "right vibratory rate".
But why do the chakras sometimes allow themselves to emit the wrong vibratory rate? The body accuses our emotions, especially when we do not verbalize them. An emotion can therefore "get stuck" in a chakra until it disturbs it. Our lifestyle can also disrupt our energy engine. Thus, we can experience various pains depending on the region of the body held hostage, or the tight organ. But these pains are still red flags! Each physical "alert" will be a clue, enough to free up the chakra concerned to regain well-being. We invite you to discover the 7 main chakras, as well as a ritual to put in place to balance them, and stones to obtain to maintain this well-being.
The first chakra, the root chakra
The first chakra, known as the root chakra, is located at the level of the perineum. From its position, it allows us to capture the energy of the earth. This chakra, at the base, is known to nourish all the other chakras. When it is out of order, all the “wheels” of our body go wrong. It is somewhat the master of our energy system. That’s why it’s important to take care of it.
We associate the first chakra with money, housing, food. In short, it corresponds to our primary needs. More generally, it meets our need for security. He is our foundation, our anchor on earth.
His color ? Red! Indeed, red is the color of energy par excellence! It represents strength and courage.
Emotional signs of an imbalance: When the energy of the root chakra falters and loses energy, we may experience boredom, laziness, or a lack of focus. In case of too much energy, we rather fall into anger, agitation, and an unfortunate tendency to abuse food, alcohol, tobacco …
The physical signs of a disorder: in the event of energy disturbances, we can accuse digestive disorders, back problems, hemorrhoids, hair loss.
The second chakra, the sacral chakra
The sacral chakra is located below the navel. It represents the family, procreation, sexuality, the encounter with others.
We associate this second chakra with life, quite simply. It is linked to pleasure, to encounters, to human relations and to the sexual organs.
His color ? Orange, a color linked to communication!
Emotional signs of an imbalance: with negative energy from the sacral chakra, we may feel a dose of shyness. We tend to withdraw into ourselves, to distance ourselves from others, to freeze us at their contact. In case of too much energy, on the other hand, we are looking for a relationship and have a lot of sexual desire. We cling to others with excess… and heaviness.
The physical signs of a disorder: when the sacral chakra suffers from energy disturbances, we encounter a drop in libido, sadness, gynecological disorders.
The third chakra, the solar plexus chakra
The best known of all, this solar plexus chakra! Located centrally under the breasts, this chakra is none other than the very center of our emotions. It represents self-esteem, self-confidence, and most strongly identity. Who are we ? The third chakra knows it!
We associate the solar plexus chakra with the strength and courage to be yourself. It is the springboard for affirmation, the seat of our "inner self".
His color ? Yellow, a color that is good to seek out when you want to gain self-confidence!
Emotional signs of an imbalance: when the energy is at half mast, we feel bad about ourselves. We remain on the defensive against others, believing that they are "better". In short, a drop in confidence and a lack of ease are felt, and we even fall into the trap of "pleasing excessively" until we forget ourselves and our needs. When the energy is on top, we tend to gain the upper hand and assert ourselves firmly, until we become stern and indulgent.
The physical signs of a disorder: digestive disorders, eating disorders, ulcer …
The fourth chakra, the heart chakra
Oh, love… The fourth chakra is located… above our heart, as the name suggests (almost). It is synonymous with life, love, bonds.
We associate it with relationships, with openness to others.
His color ? Green ! Color that symbolizes nature and serenity. And serene loves, that's what we want, right? The color pink is also there, since it brings sweetness and healthy relationships.
Emotional signs of an imbalance: when the heart chakra loses energy, we are no longer very comfortable in our relationships. We doubt, we need to be reassured, we encounter disappointments and have toxic bonds with unkind people. Conversely, when the energy of the heart chakra gets excited, we are more of the type to run after others, to fall into jealousy, to give too much, to feel rejected for nothing.
The physical signs of a disorder: skin and heart problems …
The fifth chakra, the throat chakra
The fifth chakra is located in the throat, hence its nickname. It is linked to the vocal cords, either to communication, to expression. It represents the path between us and the world, between what we think and we say. It is with him that we introduce ourselves to others. Our "inner self" flows through our throat chakra.
It is associated with the freedom to be yourself, because daring to say the words that are important to us is important. By “taking out” what has to come out, we feel better and lighter.
His color ? Blue, a color that unties knots… (in the throat?)
Emotional signs of an imbalance: We can spot an energy deficiency in our throat chakra when we have difficulty expressing ourselves, stuttering, a fear of not finding the right words, of disappointing. Lying is also a sign. In the face of an overflow of energy, on the other hand, we talk too much, we no longer listen to others, we navigate the "me I", we show bad faith …
The physical signs of a disorder: in the event of energy disturbances, we can accuse dental problems, sore throats, pain in the neck, ears, head.
The sixth chakra, the third eye chakra
The third eye chakra is located between our two eyebrows. It is connected to our brain.
We associate the third eye chakra with higher intelligence, we have called … intuition. Thanks to him, we are connected to our intuition, more attentive to our feelings, and therefore able to make adequate decisions, in accordance with our inner self. Balancing your sixth chakra is therefore very useful on a daily basis, since it acts as a guide.
His color ? Indigo, the color of creativity, travel, escape.
Emotional signs of an imbalance: when the third eye chakra lacks energy, we become permeable to outside opinions, we no longer listen to ourselves, we lack confidence and observe a certain routine taking hold, as if our inner fire, the source of creativity, is sleeping. When energy is on the rise, we think too much and we feel superior to others. A slight complacency, therefore, in a "I know better than you!" ". Exhausting for the mind!
The physical signs of a disorder: vision problems, headaches, neurological disorders.
The seventh chakra, the crown chakra
Finally, the seventh chakra, also known as the crown chakra or crown chakra, is located at the top of the skull. He is bound and connected with the Universe, that is, "greater than oneself".
It is associated with consciousness, with alignment. When the crown chakra is doing well, we feel we belong.
His color ? Purple, the color of protection. We also note white, the color of purity!
Emotional signs of an imbalance: if your crown chakra is lacking in energy, we can flirt with sadness, weariness, lack of vitality. You can also feel lost. What am I doing here ? And why ? We wonder about the meaning of life, of everyday life. In case of too energetic crown chakra, we are very happy, very voluntary. This can make us impatient and generate frustrations as our expectations are so immense.
The physical signs of a disorder: fatigue, memory loss.
A ritual to rebalance its 7 main chakras in the event of dysfunction
Will you find yourself in certain emotional or physical signs? Do you conclude that maybe one of your main chakras is out of balance? Unless several of your chakras are out of balance? For find harmony and physical well-being, discover a very easy ritual to perform. You don't need anything (barely remembering the colors and location of your chakras). This ritual is inspired by the book "All witches" by Aurélie Godefroy, published by Editions Larousse.
You can practice this ritual as many times as you need. Every morning or every evening, for example. This ritual is perfectly combined with a meditation session. It is also possible to integrate it into a yoga session, to start it off or to end it in style.
- Start by settling in a quiet place that calms you down and pleases you.
- Close your eyes and take three deep breaths in and out.
- Start by visualizing your root chakra, which is located at the level of your perineum. Give it an image, like a sphere (for the wheel), or a pretty flower, very round and generous.
- Rub your two hands together to activate your body energy, then place the palms of your hands on this root chakra, as if you want to protect it.
- Affirm aloud or within yourself "I take care of my root chakra".
- If you feel the need to increase the energy reserve of your root chakra, imagine it flooded with a red light, the road being its color. Visualize a soft color, which dances, wanders, fills your chakra. With each inspiration, inhale a pretty red light.
- Conversely, to lower the energy of your root chakra, visualize a red full of softness in your chakra, and see how its hue softens and calms down. Breathe in at the same time, and, with each exhale, let go of the overflow of energy that comes over you.
You can repeat these steps for each chakra in order to harmonize them all and harmonize their energies with each other. Adapt the colors and the areas of the body to put your hands on.
Precious stones to take care of your chakras and your well-being
Our selection of precious stones
In order to maintain balance and avoid energetic imbalances in your chakras, you can turn to stones, either by getting a bracelet or several bracelets, or by simply buying the stones themselves. Make sure that their color matches the color of the chakra concerned!
- For your root chakra, go to the carnelian, red in color. This stone protects and secures. It also harmonizes the chakras between them.
- For your sacral chakra, head for orange topaz, or even Botswana agate. This last stone is not orange but it is a source of joy.
- For your solar plexus chakrae, head for yellow stones, such as citrine or amber.
- For your heart chakra, head for rose quartz, the stone of love, or malachite, which is green, and invites you to surpass yourself, to open up!
- For your throat chakra, walk over to the blue agate. It brings the inner pay and does a lot of good for the mind.
- For your third eye chakra, head over to the lapis lazuli. Indigo color, even blue or blue-green, lapis lazuli is a stone that strengthens.
- For your crown chakra, go for amethyst, purple, which promotes mental calm, or rock crystal, white, which cleanses negative energies.