Why Chakra Meditation is so Important to Life
Meditation is one of the best things you can do to bring a little relief to your mind, your spirit and even your physical body. It is a practice which has been with us for thousands of years; the ancient civilization of India was one society well aware of the benefits provided by meditation. We in the West have come to an understanding of meditation as a tool for achieving better mental and spiritual health only recently. On of the most effective and simple methods of meditation (and for precisely this reason, the most popular) is Chakra meditation.
The Basics of Chakra Meditation
Chakra Meditation is a means of striking a balance between the seven energy centers of the body; these are known as Chakras. Once these energy centers are properly balanced, proper energy flow through the body can be achieved. We should briefly explain these seven Chakras:
1. The Crown Chakra; located at the top of the head, this is the Chakra which relates to our thought; wisdom, knowledge and our very consciousness.
2. The Brow (or Third Eye) Chakra – this Chakra is located between the eyebrows and relates to the element of light; that is to say our powers of perception and visualization.
3. The Throat Chakra – this Chakra is found at the base of the throat and is tied to the element of sound. This Chakra is related to our ability to communicate and our creative impulses.
4. The Heart Chakra – found in the center of the chest close to the heart, this Chakra is responsible for your capacity to love and feel compassion, as well as governing your relationships. This Chakra is related to the element of air.
5. The Solar Plexus (or Power) Chakra – situated just above the