What is a Chakra?
The word chakra means “wheel” in Sanskrit, and they represent the wheel of energies that are located throughout our bodies. There are 7 primary chakras that are found along the spinal region, each vibrates at different frequencies and have representative colors. You can think of our chakras as our energy centers, with each chakra pertaining to a particular part of your body. Our chakras function by absorbing all the energy that we release from our mind and body.
The Importance of Balancing Chakras
It is extremely important to work on chakra balancing in order for our bodies to work the way they are intended, all the chakras need to be balanced to allow smooth energy flow throughout our bodies. There are many ways to work on balancing chakras, such as yoga, meditation, crystals, and essential oils.
7 Chakras
Root Chakra or “Muladhara”
Location: Base of the Spine
Color: Red
Governs: Sexuality, Stability, Sensuality, and Security
Blockage: Anxiety, Fear, Worry, Overthinking, Depression
Essential Oils: Nutmeg, Patchouli, Vetiver, Bergamot
Sacral Chakra or “Svadhisthana”
Location: Lower abdomen by pelvic area
Color: Orange
Governs: Reproduction, Creativity, Joy, Enthusiasm, Self-Gratification, Passion
Blockage: Lack of control, inability to adapt to change
Essential Oils: Cardamom, Yang Ylang, Rose, Patchouli, Sandalwood
Solar Plexus or “Manipura”
Location: Navel
Color: Yellow
Governs: Digestion, personal power, spiritual growth
Blockage: Anger, Frustration, Lack of direction
Essential Oils: Neroli, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood, Yang Ylang
Heart Chakra or “Anahata”
Location: Chest
Color: Green
Governs: Circulation, Love, Compassion, Devotion
Blockage: Grief, Jealousy, Fear of betrayal, Hatred towards yourself
Essential Oils: Palmarosa, Lavender, Sweet Majoram
Throat Chakra or “Vishuddha”
Location: Throat
Color: Blue
Governs: Sound, Self-Expression, Truth
Blockage: Inability
Essential Oils: Lemon, Vanilla, Roman Chamomile
Third Eye Chakra or “Ajna”
Location: Between Your Eyes
Color: Purple/Blueish
Governs: Intuition, Connection to wisdom, Creativity
Blockage: Feeling stuck, Connection to wisdom, Creativity
Essential Oils: Rosemary, Chamomile, Frankincense, Sandalwood
Crown Chakra or “Sahasrara”
Location: Top of the Head
Color: Violet
Governs: Your Thoughts, Self-Awareness, Knowledge
Blockage: Feelings of Isolation, Emotional Stress
Essential Oils: Lime, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Rose, Cedarwood