Chakras

Chakras: The Body’s Energy Centres

Chakras are energetic centres within the body that influence how we feel, think, and function. While the human energy field contains 114 chakras, it is the seven main chakras that have the most direct and noticeable impact on our physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Each of these seven centres governs specific aspects of health and behaviour—ranging from basic survival and safety to communication, intuition, and personal power. When balanced, they support clarity, vitality, and a deeper sense of harmony within the body and mind. When blocked or overstimulated, they can lead to tension, emotional disruption, or physical symptoms.

This section offers a straightforward breakdown of each chakra—what it governs, how it may become imbalanced, and what that can look like in daily life.

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Colour: Red
Location: Base of the spine
Governs: Safety, survival, stability, physical needs, and belonging

Causes of Imbalance:
- Unstable home or finances
- Trauma, neglect, or lack of basic support
- Overwork, chronic fear, or disconnection from the body
Signs of Imbalance:
- Anxiety, restlessness, or hypervigilance
- Feeling unsafe, disconnected, or insecure
- Physical symptoms in the legs, feet, or lower back

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)

Colour: Orange
Location: Lower abdomen (just below the navel)
Governs: Emotions, pleasure, creativity, intimacy, and sexuality

Causes of Imbalance:
- Repressed emotions or shame around desires
- Overcontrol or fear of vulnerability
- Rigid routines or creative blocks
Signs of Imbalance:
- Mood swings, emotional numbness, or shame
- Difficulty with intimacy or setting boundaries
- Reproductive or lower digestive issues

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

Colour: Yellow
Location: Upper abdomen (stomach area)
Governs: Confidence, willpower, personal identity, and self-discipline

Causes of Imbalance:
- Harsh criticism, controlling environments
- Fear of failure or lack of self-belief
- Constant need to prove worth
Signs of Imbalance:
- Low self-esteem, indecisiveness, or perfectionism
- Anger, control issues, or burnout
- Digestive or adrenal problems

4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)

Colour: Green
Location: Center of the chest
Governs: Love, compassion, forgiveness, and emotional openness

Causes of Imbalance:
- Heartbreak, grief, betrayal, or rejection
- Lack of self-love or fear of emotional pain
- Isolation or overattachment
Signs of Imbalance:
- Difficulty trusting or forgiving
- Loneliness, resentment, or codependency
- Respiratory or heart-related issues

5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

Color: Blue
Location: Throat
Governs: Communication, truth, self-expression, and listening

Causes of Imbalance:
- Suppressing thoughts or feelings
- Fear of judgment or not being heard
- Dishonesty or over-talking
Signs of Imbalance:
- Trouble expressing needs or speaking up
- Feeling misunderstood or unheard
- Sore throat, thyroid, or jaw issues

6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

Color: Indigo
Location: Between the eyebrows
Governs: Intuition, insight, clarity, perception, and imagination

Causes of Imbalance:
- Disconnection from intuition or inner guidance
- Overreliance on logic or external opinions
- Information overload or avoidance of truth
Signs of Imbalance:
- Confusion, lack of direction, or self-doubt
- Overthinking or disconnection from reality
- Headaches, sleep issues, or vision problems

7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

Color: Violet
Location: Top of the head
Governs: Higher consciousness, spiritual connection, and purpose

Causes of Imbalance:
- Cynicism, spiritual disconnection, or closed-mindedness
- Excessive material focus or ego-attachment
- Overintellectualization or feeling “above” others
Signs of Imbalance:
- Disconnection from purpose or meaning
- Spiritual confusion or superiority
- Migraines, brain fog, or fatigue