Ayurveda and your Chakras

From my time in India I came across lots of information about the Chakras, and I met a number of people who could see them and understand how healing and chakras work together. Here is a little review of the chakras, to guide you to greater health.

Crown Chakra

The crown chakra, also known as Sahaswara in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Meditation
• Yoga and pranayama (breathing exercises)
• Visualization and affirmation
• Engaging in activities that promote spiritual growth and connection
• Spending time in nature
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as lavender or sandalwood.

Third Eye

The third eye chakra, also known as the Ajna chakra, can be opened through a variety of spiritual practices such as meditation, yoga, visualization, and pranayama (breathing exercises). Additionally, incorporating qualities associated with the third eye chakra, such as intuition and wisdom, into one's daily life can also help to open and balance this energy center.

Throat Chakra

The throat chakra, also known as Vishuddha in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Meditation
• Singing or chanting
• Speaking one's truth
• Practicing self-expression
• Engaging in activities that promote creativity
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as frankincense or peppermint.

Heart Chakra

The heart chakra, also known as Anahata in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Meditation and visualization
• Engaging in activities that promote love and compassion
• Spending time in nature
• Practicing self-love and forgiveness
• Engaging in acts of kindness
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as rose or jasmine.

Navel Chakra

The navel chakra, also known as Manipura in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Yoga and physical exercise
• Breathing exercises and meditation
• Engaging in activities that promote personal power and self-confidence
• Setting and achieving personal goals
• Engaging in acts of courage
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as ginger or lemongrass.

Second Chakra

The second chakra, also known as Svadhisthana in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Yoga and dance
• Engaging in activities that promote sensuality and creativity
• Spending time in water
• Practicing self-care and self-nurturing
• Engaging in healthy relationships
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as ylang-ylang or clary sage.

Root Chakra

The root chakra, also known as Muladhara in Sanskrit, can be opened through various practices such as:

• Yoga and physical exercise
• Grounding techniques, such as walking barefoot on the earth
• Engaging in activities that promote a sense of security and stability
• Spending time in nature
• Practicing self-care and self-nurturing
• Using aromatherapy with essential oils such as patchouli or vetiver.

Haritaki helps with two chakras specifically, the third eye and the navel chakra. For the third eye, haritaki cleanses the pineal gland and energizes the whole area. For the navel chakra haritaki increases digestive speed and cleans the digestive tract, leaving less room for irritation.