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First Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the First Chakra may help release blocked energy in the base of the spine and pelvic regions.  Meditating on the First Chakra may also help generate a sense of stability and a more grounded state of being.

The First Chakra is located on the perineum at the bottom of the pelvis, between the thighs and behind the genital area.  Also known as the "Root Chakra," this energy center flows out of the sacral nerve plexus and is associated with the color red.

Bring your attention to the First Chakra and imagine energy flowing out from its center, radiating outward and downward into the ground.  If you can picture the color red in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid red as it swirls outward to include the base of the spine and the genital area and then radiates downward.  Imagine a strong sense of connection to the ground underneath you and to the Earth.  Allow yourself to feel supported by the First Chakra energy as it connects to the Earth.

Continue working with the grounding, stabilizing energy of the First Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Second Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Second Chakra may help release stored energy to the rest of the body.  Meditating on the Second Chakra may also help generate a sense of security and a more vibrant sexuality.

The Second Chakra is located in the center of the lower abdominal area, just below the navel.  Also known as the "Hara," Japanese for abdomen or belly, it is considered by many Eastern philosophers and teachers to be our center of gravity and a source of health, vitality and energy.  It is associated with the kidneys, bladder, adrenal glands and reproductive organs and with the color orange.

Bring your attention to the Second Chakra and imagine energy radiating forward from the lower spine, flowing through the lower abdomen and projecting outward through the front of the abdominal wall.  Imagine yourself being guided forward by this energy.  If you can picture the color orange in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid orange as it projects forward from the lower spine through the abdomen and outward, sending vital energy to the internal organs, glands and genital area.  Envision yourself moving through your life with a strong sense of connection to Second Chakra, or Hara, energy, filling you with vitality and a sense of security.

Continue working with the vitalizing energy of the Second Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Third Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Third Chakra may help release blocked energy in the solar plexus region and promote easier assimilation.  Meditating on the Third Chakra may also help generate a sense of personal power and balance the emotions.

The Third Chakra is located in the center of the solar plexus area, above the navel and below the ribcage.  Energy in this center flows through the vital organs of digestion and assimilation, including the liver, gall bladder, stomach, spleen and small intestine.  It is associated with personal power and emotions and with the color yellow.

Bring your attention to the Third Chakra and imagine energy radiating forward from the spine, flowing through the solar plexus region and projecting outward through the front of the solar plexus wall.  Feel the area expand and contract with each breath in and out.  Allow the chakra energy to gather at the spine on the in-breath and project through and out the solar plexus area on the out-breath.  If you can picture the color yellow in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid yellow as it radiates forward from the spine through the solar plexus and outward, providing vital energy to the internal organs of digestion and assimilation.  Envision your sense of personal power expanding and your emotions balancing through a strong sense of connection to Third Chakra energy.

Continue working with the balancing energy of the Third Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Heart Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Fourth Chakra may help release blocked energy in the heart and promote greater compassion and self-acceptance.  Meditating on the Fourth Chakra may also help boost the immune system and balance the emotions.

The Fourth Chakra is located in the center of the chest, at the level of the nipples. Also known as the "Heart Chakra," energy in this center flows through the heart, lungs, cardiac plexus and thymus gland. It is associated with love and compassion, healing and immunity, and with the color green.

Bring your attention to the Fourth Chakra and imagine energy radiating forward from the mid-spine, flowing through the center of the chest and projecting outward in front of you. Feel the chest area expand and contract with each breath in and out. Allow the chakra energy to gather at the mid-spine on the in-breath and flow through the chest and out in front on the out-breath. If you can picture the color green in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid green as it radiates forward and outward, providing vital energy to the heart, lungs and thymus gland. Envision your immune system strengthening and your feelings of love, compassion and self-acceptance expanding as you connect on a deep level with Fourth Chakra energy.

Continue working with the healing energy of the Fourth Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Fifth Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Fifth Chakra may help release blocked energy in the throat area and encourage more effective communication.  Meditating on the Fifth Chakra may also help boost creativity and self expression.

The Fifth Chakra is located in the center of the throat.  The energy in this center flows through the thyroid gland, laryngeal plexus and bronchial tubes.  It is associated with communication, expression and creativity, and with the color blue.

Bring your attention to the Fifth Chakra and imagine energy radiating forward from the back of the neck, flowing through the center of the throat and projecting outward in front of you.  Feel the chakra energy gathering at the back of the neck as you breathe in and flowing through the throat area and out in front as you breathe out.  If you can picture the color blue in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid blue as it radiates forward and outward, providing soothing energy to the glands, nerves and tissues of the throat.  Envision your creativity and self expression expanding and your ability to communicate clearly increasing as you feel the connection to Fifth Chakra energy.

Continue working with the soothing energy of the Fifth Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Sixth Chakra or Third Eye

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Sixth Chakra may help release blocked energy and thoughts in the mind and enhance insight and intuition. Meditating on the Sixth Chakra may also help with self reflection and meditation practice.

The Sixth Chakra, also known as the "Third Eye", is located on the forehead, just above and center to the eyebrows. Some Indian sages believe this center to be one of the most powerful and sometimes refer to it as the "Command Center. The energy in this center flows through and out of the pituitary gland. It is associated with insight, intuition and meditation, and with the color indigo (a deep bluish purple).

Bring your attention to the Sixth Chakra. Imagine a line of energy radiating upward from the occipital bone just above the back of the neck, flowing through the center of the brain and projecting outward in front of you through the Third Eye. Feel the chakra energy gathering at the occipital bone as you breathe in and flowing through the brain and out the Third Eye as you breathe out. If you can picture the deep bluish purple color of indigo in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vivid indigo as it radiates upward and outward, projecting a visionary energy into the mind. Envision your insight and intuition expanding and your ability to see more clearly increasing as you feel the connection to Sixth Chakra energy.

Continue working with the expansive energy of the Sixth Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R

Seventh Chakra

The word chakra is Sanskrit for wheel or disk and according to tradition signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. It is widely thought that keeping the energy in the chakras unblocked and balanced can help support good health and internal harmony (see May 6, 2006 post: What are the Chakras?).

Focusing on the Seventh Chakra may help release blocked mental energy and increase the capacity for self knowledge. Meditating on the Seventh Chakra may also support the expansion of consciousness and create a greater sense of spiritual connection.

The Seventh Chakra, also known as the "Golden Crown," is located on the top and center of the head. The energy in this center flows through and out of the pineal gland. It is associated with higher consciousness, spirituality, wisdom and liberation, and with the color violet.

Bring your attention to the Seventh Chakra. Picture a small opening on the top and center of the head. Imagine a universal energy radiating from above and down through this small opening to the center of the brain. Then picture this energy radiating back up from the brain center, flowing through the opening of the Golden Crown and expanding outward above the head. Imagine this radiating energy to be a golden lotus blossom opening up and outward. If you can picture the color of violet in your mind’s eye, see the chakra energy as a vibrant violet ray as it radiates upward and outward through the golden lotus blossom. Envision your consciousness expanding as you open to a greater sense of wisdom, understanding, joy and spiritual connection through the Seventh Chakra energy.

Continue working with the blissful energy of the Seventh Chakra until you are ready to end your meditation or to shift to another focus.

~ A.G.R