rejuvenated and emotions of a higher quality are embraced.
The seven Chakras and their main areas of influence, both physical and emotional are given below. The format is Chakra Name: Location: Primary Physical Influence: Primary Emotional/Personality Influences.
1. Mooladhara (Root) Chakra: Perineum: Excretory Systems: Physical Security & Fear
2. Swadhisthana (Sex) Chakra: Base of the Spine: Sexual Systems: Self-Expression & Creativity
3. Manipura (Naval) Chakra: Solar Plexus: Digestive Systems: Willpower & Anger
4. Anahata (Heart) Chakra: Center of the Chest: Circulatory and Respiratory Systems: Love
5. Vishuddhi (Throat) Chakra: Throat: Auditory and Speech Systems: Communication
6. Ajna (3rd Eye): Center of head, directly in line with center of forehead: Eyes & Perception: Intuition
7. Sahasrara (Crown): Top of Head: Brain and Nervous System: Bliss
Now that we know what Chakras are and what they do, lets see how we can work on them. The key to opening and balancing Chakras is by purifying the Nadis of blockages and increasing the flow of Prana. This is best done through the use of Yoga and Pranayama. Yoga, specifically Kundalini or Kriya Yoga, and Pranayama are the essentially the science of Chakra Activation. They are designed to systematically dissolve the debris that collects and blocks the flow of energy through the nadis. When the flow increases, the Chakras are opened and, over time, become optimally balanced. This leads to higher levels of awareness and consciousness, which is to say that it leads to a human being achieving their highest potential.
Anmol Mehta is a Yoga Teacher, Zen Expert & creator of profound Meditation & Yoga programs. These Free Meditation, Chakra & Kundalini Yoga Classes are available at Guided Meditation Techniques & Kundalini Yoga Zone. You will also find articles and lively discussions on the Daily Meditation Practice, Kundalini Yoga Exercises & Zen Meditation Blog.
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