Wondering how or what chakra health could possibly have to do with your physical health?

If you’re new to the chakras, learning about those energy centers can be confusing. Don’t worry. We’ve all been there before.

What Are The 7 Chakras?

chakrasThe chakras are the seven major energy centers that run along the spine. Each of the seven main chakras contains bundles of nerves and major organs, as well as our psychological, emotional, and spiritual states of being.

If one of the chakras is blocked or out of balance, then energy cannot flow freely and evenly throughout the body. This, in turn, can lead to ailments, both physical and emotional.

Understanding the different chakras will help you to realize when one of your chakras is unbalanced — and the necessary practices you can take to re-balance and maintain optimal chakra health.

Red root Chakra symbol#1. Root Chakra

Location: Base of Spine

Element: Earth

Color: Red

The Root Chakra is associated with stability and security. It also directly relates to our connection with Mother Earth.

Blockages in the Root Chakra occur when we don’t feel grounded. Often this might be because we are traveling, we are worrying about money, we dislike our jobs, or we otherwise feel like we don’t have the stability that we need.

If you feel like your Root Chakra is blocked, one of the best cures is to go outside and connect to the Earth beneath you. Walk barefoot, dig your toes in the sand or plop down in the grass.

Repeating a simple mantra such as “I have all I need” can also be a powerful way to remind yourself that money comes and goes, but you have all you truly need inside of you.

Alternatively, take conscious steps to add more security in your life, such as starting a savings fund or putting down roots.

Orange Sacral Chakra Symbol

#2. Sacral Chakra

Location: Pelvic Area

Element: Water

Color: Orange

The Sacral Chakra relates to pleasure and passion. It impacts our sexuality, our intimacy, and our emotions.

If you have low energy, no passion, drive, or no libido, then it is a sign that your Sacral Chakra is out of balance. Alternatively, you could feel overly sexual.

To balance your Sacral Chakra, practice yoga hip openers and let go of any emotional or mental baggage you are carrying with you that no longer serves you. Another great way to fire up your Sacral Chakra is through dance. Don’t be afraid to sway your hips from side to side.

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yellow Solar Plexus symbol#3. Solar Plexus

Location: Naval

Element: Fire

Color: Yellow

The Solar Plexus Chakra corresponds to our confidence and digestion. It relates to our self-worth, our will, and our gut instincts.

If your Solar Plexus chakra health is poor and unbalanced, then you will likely feel a lack of confidence or shame. Alternatively, you could be overly confident. You might also have weight problems, constipation, fatigue, and even allergies.

One of the most powerful ways to balance the Solar Plexus is through core-strengthening exercises. This doesn’t necessarily mean crunches — there are loads of yoga poses that strengthen the core.

Other great practices include trying new things or taking on new hobbies. Success in a new hobby can lead to a feeling of deep empowerment. Finally, try expressing yourself through the arts to tap into your self-worth.

green Heart Chakra symbol

#4. Heart Chakra

Location: Center of Chest

Element: Air

Color: Green

As would be expected, the Heart Chakra relates to love, joy, connection, and healing.

If you’re feeling lonely, lacking compassion or otherwise devoid of joy and love, then it is a sign your Heart Chakra is blocked. Of course, you might also find your love is too overbearing, or you have too much attachment.

To balance the Heart Chakra, begin by opening up the chest. Stop slumping, rounding your shoulders, and closing your heart off; instead, practice postures that allow you to open your heart fully. Then, go out and express more love. This can be love for others, but don’t forget the importance of loving yourself as well.

Throat chakra symbol - blue#5. Throat Chakra

Location: Throat

Element: Sound

Color: Blue

The Throat Chakra is deeply connected to communication and creativity. 

An imbalance of the throat chakra can be if you speak too often while having trouble listening to others. You might also find your Throat Chakra is blocked if you have difficulty with self-expression and communicating the way you feel.

One of my favorite ways to balance the Throat Chakra is with a great neck massage from a skilled bodyworker. Other great ways to unblock the Throat Chakra are by drinking plenty of water and even… allowing yourself to sing without judgment.

indigo third eye chakra symbol#6. Third Eye Chakra

Location: Third Eye Center; Forehead

Element: Light

Color: Indigo

What is the Third Eye Chakra? It is a powerful chakra that corresponds strongly to our intuition and imagination.

If your Third Eye Chakra is not balanced, you may experience eyesight problems, as well as a lack of creativity, lack of imagination, and being out of touch with your gut or intuition.

A common way to release any blockages in the Third Eye Center in a yoga class is by practicing with a blindfold on. This is a great way to remove obstacles around us and search for answers inside.

Other great practices include free-writing, visualizations, and repeating positive affirmations.

Crown Chakra#7. Crown Chakra

Location: Crown of Head

Element: Thought

Color: Purple/Violet

The final primary chakra, the Crown Chakra, is related to our consciousness, knowledge, and understanding.

If your Crown Chakra is blocked, then it is likely you will feel the burden of a “monkey mind.” You might never be able to quiet your mind, be easily distracted, or be called flighty or spacey.

To balance the Crown Chakra, try incorporating a meditation practice into your daily routine. Additionally, get rid of any clutter—both physical and mental—that no longer serves you. Finally, make sure that all of your other chakras are balanced so that the energy can flow directly through you!

Chakra Health and You

While this is just a quick introduction to why and how you should maintain healthy chakras, it will help you to understand these major energy centers and how they impact our total mind-body-spirit wellbeing. 


Unblock Chakras For Optimal Life Balance

How do you know whether an emotional blockage is keeping you from moving forward in life?

Most of us carry emotional blockages. They can show up anywhere — in our relationships, at work.

These blocks create an imbalance in mind, body, and spirit but we can restore balance through an ancient energy system.

Recognising where an energy block has accumulated is the first step.

But leaning how to unblock chakras is what’s needed to restore balance in the body and mind.

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Casey Siemasko
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Casey Siemasko, RYT 200, is a writer and marketer living in Costa Rica. She is the Chief Content Marketing Strategist behind Moore Effective Media and the award-winning travel blog A Cruising Couple. When she's not on the road, you'll find Casey practicing yoga and playing with her pups on the beach.