CHAKRAS 101. HOW TO RECOGNIZE WHEN THEY ARE IN AND OUT OF BALANCE. 🪷✨
- Jemaa Sonciré
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
What are Chakras?
I'm all about energy healing and our Chakras take a big part in that. In my research on Chakras through the years and connecting with my own, I still find it really important to connect with them.
The word “Chakra” comes from the ancient Sanskrit language, meaning “wheel” or “disk.” Chakras are believed to be spinning centers of energy located along the spine, through which life force energy—also called prana or chi—flows. Each Chakra functions like a dynamic vortex, constantly shifting in energy and frequency. These centers can be balanced, underactive, or overactive, and may feel open or closed depending on our thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.
This system originated in ancient India, with its earliest references found in the Vedas, sacred texts dating back over 2,000 years. It was further developed through yogic philosophy, Tantric traditions, and Ayurvedic healing systems. Today, Chakra theory is widely used in both Eastern spiritual practices and Western energy healing modalities. Here is a website I found that I really resonated with. This guy goes more in depth of the history of Chakras and what they are. https://hareesh.org/blog/2016/2/5/the-real-story-on-the-chakras
There are seven main Chakras, each associated with different aspects of our being. For example, the Root Chakra relates to our sense of safety, stability, family, finances, and survival. It draws in, processes, and releases energy related to those themes. Every Chakra plays a similar role, shaping how we experience life on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels.
The Chakra System serves as a powerful map of holistic wellness. It shows us how interconnected our inner world is—body, mind, and spirit. By tuning into the Chakras through reflection, meditation, or energy work, we can uncover where our energy may be blocked, stagnant, or overcharged. These imbalances often point to unresolved beliefs, traumas, or emotional weight that needs to be healed.
When we intentionally bring these energy centers into harmony, our life force begins to flow more freely. And with that shift, our outer reality often transforms as well. Healing the Chakras is ultimately a journey of self-awareness, energetic alignment, and conscious change.
The 7 Main Chakras: Simple Guide
❤️Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Location: Base of the spine
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Theme: Survival, safety, stability
When balanced: You feel grounded, secure, and supported
When imbalanced: You may feel anxious, fearful, or disconnected from your body
🧡Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
Location: Lower abdomen / just below the navel
Color: Orange
Element: Water
Theme: Emotions, pleasure, creativity, sexuality
When balanced: You feel emotionally open, creative, and inspired
When imbalanced: You may feel numb, emotionally blocked, or overly reactive
💛Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
Location: Upper abdomen / stomach area
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Theme: Personal power, will, confidence
When balanced: You feel confident, motivated, and strong
When imbalanced: You may struggle with low self-esteem or control issues
💚Heart Chakra (Anahata)
Location: Center of the chest
Color: Green
Element: Air
Theme: Love, compassion, forgiveness
When balanced: You feel loving, open, and connected to others
When imbalanced: You may feel closed off, bitter, or overly self-sacrificing
🩵Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
Location: Throat
Color: Blue
Element: Ether / Sound
Theme: Expression, communication, truth
When balanced: You express yourself clearly and authentically
When imbalanced: You may struggle to speak up or feel misunderstood
💙Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
Location: Between the eyebrows
Color: Indigo
Element: Light
Theme: Intuition, inner vision, perception
When balanced: You trust your intuition and see with clarity
When imbalanced: You may feel confused, indecisive, or disconnected from insight
💜Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
Location: Top of the head
Color: Violet
Element: Spirit / Divine
Theme: Spiritual connection, enlightenment, unity
When balanced: You feel connected to the universe and your higher self
When imbalanced: You may feel spiritually disconnected or isolated
Chakras represent the subtle connection between mind, body, and spirit. When energy flows freely through your Chakras, you feel more balanced, empowered, and connected to your purpose.
You can work with your chakras through:
Meditation
Energy healing (Like Theta-Healing or Reiki etc.)
Yoga postures
Breathwork
Sound Healing, crystals, herbs, and affirmations
Foods for each Chakra (I came across this website but there are many to help figure out what foods are healing for the Chakras. https://dailydish.co.uk/chakra-foods/)
Below you will find a couple of videos I did with a friend a while ago on Chakras. What foods to eat, how to balance your Chakras and more! Check them out!
You are love and loved💖
Big Hugs,
Jemaa
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