“Life is energy and the chakras manage this energy. The universal life force circulates through us, and the chakras are the storehouses and transmitters of this universal energy,” says qualified Usui, Karuna and Lightarian reiki master Helen Watson. You won’t know whether a chakra is out of balance, but if you seem to be attracting negative experiences, this could be an indication that one or more of your energy centres is out of alignment.
“Chakras perform their many duties in perfect synchronicity with our ductless endocrine glands and lymphatic systems by feeding in good bio-energies and disposing of unwanted bio-energies,” Helen adds.
“When your chakras are balanced, you’ll feel inspired and energised.”
Here, Helen breaks down the seven key chakras. Namaste!
GET TO KNOW YOUR CHAKRAS
There are seven major chakras or energy centres within the subtle body (the various layers of vibrating energy that make up the human body). The lower three chakras are related to the physical part that connects you with the more mundane aspects of living here on earth: food, water, shelter. The upper three chakras are related to matters of spirit, helping you to remember your divine connection to your spiritual nature. The heart chakra is the bridge between the upper and lower chakras. Each of the seven major chakras has different associations, unique characteristics and colours.
1 THE BASE CHAKRA
At the base of the spine – the right to be here.
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