Third Eye Chakra: Eye of the Soul

The third eye chakra, or ajna, has many other names. In fact, it’s called the eye of the soul and the seat of intuition. Located between the eyebrows, in the center of the forehead, it’s a deep blue, whirling vortex of foresight with some interesting associations: The Third eye chakra is associated to the pinealContinue reading “Third Eye Chakra: Eye of the Soul”

Achieving Vishuddha Health

The throat chakra, or vishuddha, is associated with how we express ourselves. Sometimes through our voice–literally and figuratively–but also in allowing us to present ourselves with authenticity and honesty. The location is, of course, the neck, and the color associated with it is turquoise. Throat is an area in which I have a lot ofContinue reading “Achieving Vishuddha Health”

Opening the Heart Chakra

Anahata refers to the heart chakra, but is more accurately translated as “unstruck, unhurt, unbeaten.” Located in the center of the chest, it’s obvious why this is the home of our generosity, forgiveness and compassion. It’s the beginning of our higher selves, as well, at least in comparison to the lower chakras (root, sacral, andContinue reading “Opening the Heart Chakra”

Balancing Manipura (or Solar Plexus) Chakra

I’ve heard energy workers talk about the solar plexus chakra (or Manipura) as the furnace of the body. Think of it as a wheel in the middle of your body, a bit above your belly navel, and governing the fire elements in your spirit. Balancing Manipura – which translates to “city of jewels” from SanskritContinue reading “Balancing Manipura (or Solar Plexus) Chakra”

Yoga for the Root Chakra

The root chakra, or muladhara in Sanskrit, is where everything begins. When you hear the word “root,” what do you see in your mind’s eye? Is it a plant, or a tree? Is it a sprawling visual of a system designed to sustain a living organism? I won’t put too fine a point on it,Continue reading “Yoga for the Root Chakra”