Crystals and Chakras
A Chakra essentially represent energy circles that are interlinked and help connect with the mind, body and spirit.
‘Balanced Chakras’ denote a complete balance of energy-flow through the body. This allows us to be in sync with ourselves, our higher purpose, and in turn with other beings and the universe at large. ‘Unbalanced Chakras’ indicate the under or over use of one energy centre, vis-à-vis others, which could lead to psychological or physiological blockages in the body and mind.
The seven Chakras begin at the base of your spine and continue upward to the crown of your head.
Different crystals are associated to the seven different Chakras in your body. Crystals meant for a certain Chakra have the energy and vibration that allows the Chakra to activate or heal in its presence.
Here are a list of Chakras and their related Crystals. For more details on what are Chakras, please click on What are Chakras?
1. Muladhara or Root Chakra
The Root Chakra is considered the seat that the other chakras rest on. Located at the base of the spine, it provides stability to the system and in turn to your well-being. A balanced Muladhara manifests as a feeling of security, stability and creates a positive connection to your position between the physical world and your mind-state.
Crystals that help balance the Root Chakra: Garnet, Carnelian, Obsidian, Snowflake Obsidian, Rose Quartz
2. Svadhishthana or Sacral Chakra
The Svadhshthana or Sacral Chakra is located just above the Muldhara in the sacral region of the spine. It relates to personal creativity and sexual energy due to its proximity to the reproductive organs.
A balanced Sacral Chakra allows for feelings of personal fulfillment, having intimacy in relationships and developing our own interests, hobbies and identities.
Crystals that help balance the Sacral Chakra: Carnelian
3. Manipura or Solar Plexus Chakra
The Manipura or the Solar Plexus Chakra is located above the navel, wherein your personal life-energy is concentrated. It translates into determination, will power and confidence.
A balanced Solar Plexus Chakra gives us a steady voice of reason. It protects our vested interests and guides us positively. Self-love and self-forgiveness are core when it comes to learning how to balance this Chakra.
Crystals that help balance the Solar Plexus Chakra: Tiger’s Eye, Citrine, Peridot
4. Anahata or Heart Chakra
The Heart Chakra is the residence of love, compassion and emotions. It strengthens the chords that connect us to ourselves, our relationships and the world at large.
The core of this Chakra is about understanding unconditional love and developing our emotional quotient. A balanced Heart Chakra is able to show compassion to all living creatures. Patience and encouragement also show a mature Heart Chakra.
Crystals that help balance the Heart Chakra: Rose Quartz, Peridot, Aventurine, Multicoloured Tourmaline
5. Vishuddha or Throat Chakra
The Vishuddha is the Chakra located at the throat and is the centre that controls self-expression, communication and perception.
The Throat Chakra essentially represents how we express ourselves. This Chakra emancipates us to have an awareness of the power we possess, and in turn communicate it aptly.
A balanced Throat Chakra would enable us to speak our truth effortlessly and nudges us to be authentic in our words. Feelings of love and kindness communicated to others are also represent by this balance.
Crystals that help balance the Throat Chakra: Lapiz Lazuli, Chalcedony
6. Ajna or Third Eye Chakra
The Ajna or Third Eye Chakra is located between the eye-brows. It is the centre of intuitive knowledge drawn from the combined lower chakra experiences. Being the second last chakra before the highest chakra, it embodies the connection between human consciousness and the Divine. It upholds the seat of wisdom and discrimination.
A balanced Third Eye Chakra is all about having an open mind and seeing the world objectively. It allows us to process experiences from beyond our opinions, criticism, fears, etc., and just live in the moment. An active Third Eye Chakra enables the human mind to see beyond the ‘Maya’ and understand one’s purpose and potential for what it truly is.
Crystals that help balance the Third Eye Chakra: Lapiz Lazuli, Labradorite, Moonstone, Amethyst, Chalcedony
7. Sahasrara or Crown Chakra
The Sahasrara is the Crown Chakra located at the top of the head. It sits at the throne of the highest level of awareness possible in human existence - leading to experiencing the Divine, and the difficult path to self-realization or Moksha.
An individual with a balanced Crown Chakra would live a life of inspiration and devotion. They would see God in every activity they partake in, and commit to each action with joy and love. They would not see themselves as better or different from the rest of humanity, but instead, as one soul with a higher consciousness and drive to find enlightenment and true happiness.
Crystals that help balance the Crown Chakra: Clear Quartz, Moonstone, Labradorite, Amethyst
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