Sacramento Reiki Folsom, CA - Chakras

The chakras are the energy vortex that we have in our bodies that bring in the universal energies we need to remain living. Chakra is the Sanskrit word for moving wheel; the chakras are vortexes of energy present in the energy body and in related locations of the physical body. There are seven major chakras, and they function as pathways for energy to be taken in, metabolized and sent to the major nerve center nearest each one.

The chakras are located along the line of the spinal column and are composed of high frequency energy strands that the spiritual eye perceives as light. “The life force” is channeled to the physical body and its organs via the meridians and enters the body through the chakras. The degree of chakra activity depends on a combination of the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual development of the individual.

Chakras can be damaged or blocked through an emotional upset such as conflict, loss or accident. Fear, anxiety and stress are common causes of chakra malfunction. It is the disruption of the chakra and aura that create disease and disturb the energy balance of the chakras.

	Return to Top Chakra Seven (Crown): Thought, Universal identity, oriented to self-knowledge This is the crown chakra that relates to consciousness as pure awareness. It is our connection to the greater world beyond, to a timeless, spaceless place of all-knowing. When developed, this chakra brings us knowledge, wisdom, understanding, spiritual connection, and bliss.
	Return to Top Chakra Six (Brow or Third Eye): Light, Archetypal identity, oriented to self-reflection This chakra is known as the brow chakra or third eye center. It is related to the act of seeing, both physically and intuitively. As such it opens our psychic faculties and our understanding of archetypal levels. When healthy it allows us to see clearly, in effect, letting us "see the big picture."
	Return to Top Chakra Five (Throat): Sound, Creative identity, oriented to self-expression This is the chakra located in the throat and is thus related to communication and creativity. Here we experience the world symbolically through vibration, such as the vibration of sound representing language.
	Return to Top Chakra Four (Heart): Air, Social identity, oriented to self-acceptance This chakra is called the heart chakra and is the middle chakra in a system of seven. It is related to love and is the integrator of opposites in the psyche: mind and body, male and female, persona and shadow, ego and unity. A healthy fourth chakra allows us to love deeply, feel compassion, have a deep sense of peace and centeredness.
	Return to Top Chakra Three (Solar Plexus): Fire, Ego identity, oriented to self-definition This chakra is known as the power chakra, located in the solar plexus. It rules our personal power, will, and autonomy, as well as our metabolism. When healthy, this chakra brings us energy, effectiveness, spontaneity, and non-dominating power.
	Return to Top Chakra Two (Sacral): Water, Emotional identity, oriented to self-gratification The second chakra, located in the abdomen, lower back, and sexual organs, is related to the element water, and to emotions and sexuality. It connects us to others through feeling, desire, sensation, and movement. Ideally this chakra brings us fluidity and grace, depth of feeling, sexual fulfillment, and the ability to accept change.
	Return to Top Chakra One (Root): Earth, Physical identity, oriented to self-preservation Located at the base of the spine, this chakra forms our foundation. It represents the element earth, and is therefore related to our survival instincts, and to our sense of grounding and connection to our bodies and the physical plane. Ideally, this chakra brings us health, prosperity, security, and dynamic presence.

The chakras in the palms of the hands, often relegated to minor status. These chakras transmit healing energy and receive energetic information from the universe. The palm chakras are used to channel healing energies to yourself and others and to receive impressions of the energy of a room, person, situation, etc. These minor chakras make a major difference in the quality of life when they can be opened by intention. Practice in becoming aware of the energy of the palm chakras.