The chakras are the main energy centers of the human body.
The word chakra means “spinning wheel”. Chakras are positive energy that runs through the body freely that helps to keep the harmony between the physical human body, mind, and spirit.
Here are the 7 major chakras every beginner should know about:
Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
The Sahasrara, also known as the crown chakra, is the highest chakra, it sits at the crown of the head and symbolizes our ability to be wholly connected spiritually.
When Sahasrara is fully opened which is very few people often do, you gain access to your higher consciousness.
Third-Eye Chakra (Ajna)
The Third-Eye Chakra or Ajna is located between the brows. With Ajna, you can understand beyond the surface, see the big picture and gain a strong connection to visions and intuitions. Others refer to Ajna as the ‘Eye of the Soul.”
Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
The Throat Chakra or also known as Vishuddha gives the voice to the heart. Throat Chakra controls the ability to communicate truly and clearly. If someone has a blocked Throat Chakra, they would find to express themselves and often find it hard to find the words to express what they truly feel.
The Heart Chakra (Anahata)
The Heart Chakra or also known as the Anahata is the bridge between the lower chakras and the upper chakras. This Chakra can influence our capacity to communicate and receive love either to others or ourselves.
When the Heart Chakra is fully opened you experience deep compassion and empathy to others and you find it easy to open up to other people and express love.
Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
The Manipura Chakra is located in the stomach area. It associates with self-confidence, self-discipline, and wisdom.
If your Manipura chakra is blocked, you start to feel shame and self-doubt. On the other hand, those with open Manipura chakras are open to expressing their true selves with confidence.
Sacral Chakra (Swadhisthana)
The Sacral Chakra is located beneath the belly button which connects pleasure, well-being, and vitality. It is also about relating our emotions to those of others and also associates with creativity and sexual energy.
Root Chakra (Muladhara)
The Root Chakra is located in the base of the spine which connects the mind and body. It gives the feeling of being grounded and secure. When Root Chakra is blocked, you feel threatened, insecure, and uncertain.
There you have it! The 7 major Chakras in yoga. Master each Chakra to get the most of the benefits of living a better, healthier, and happier life.