“Wheel” or “Vortex” – describes an energy center in the human energy fieldAn electromagnetic field that encompasses and extends from the physical body. Also known as the energy body, aura, or auric field..
Although there are hundreds of chakras, there are seven main chakras commonly taught in the Western world:
- Root chakraRoot Chakra (Muladhara) • Location: Base of the spine • Color: Red • Element: Earth • Keywords: Stability, Grounding, Survival, Security • Affirmation: "I am safe and secure." • Function: – located at the base of the spine
- Sacral chakraSacral Chakra (Svadhisthana) • Location: Lower abdomen (below the navel) • Color: Orange • Element: Water • Keywords: Creativity, Sexuality, Emotions, Pleasure • Affirmation: "I embrace my creativity and passion." – located at the navel
- Solar PlexusSolar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) • Location: Upper abdomen (stomach area) • Color: Yellow • Element: Fire • Keywords: Power, Confidence, Willpower, Self-Esteem • Affirmation: "I am strong and confident." •
- Heart chakraHeart Chakra (Anahata) • Location: Center of the chest • Color: Green • Element: Air • Keywords: Love, Compassion, Forgiveness, Healing • Affirmation: "I am open to giving and receiving – located in the chest
- Throat chakraThroat Chakra (Vishuddha) • Location: Throat • Color: Blue • Element: Ether (Space) • Keywords: Communication, Expression, Truth, Authenticity • Affirmation: "I speak my truth clearly and confidently." • Function:
- Third-eye chakra – located in the brow area
- Crown chakraCrown Chakra (Sahasrara) • Location: Top of the head • Color: Violet or White • Element: Thought/Consciousness • Keywords: Spirituality, Enlightenment, Unity, Divine Connection • Affirmation: "I am connected to – located at the top of the head.