Your Chakras and You (Part 1)
The Vedas are ancient texts from India, considered to be one of the oldest religious texts in the world. They are the scriptures of the Sanatan Dharma (meaning “Eternal Order” or “Eternal Path”) known today as Hinduism. They originated in Oral Form until they were transcribed between 1500 and 500 BCE. It is within these ancient texts (regarded as Shruti, or “what is heard”) that we are introduced to the 7 Primary energy centers known as The Chakras.
The Chakra System is best described as "a spinning wheel of energy" that runs up the spine to the top of the head. Concepts of the seven chakras came to the Western world in the 1880s from tantric yoga traditions and are increasingly studied and practiced due to their extensive benefits. The location of each Chakra can determine how it relates to our health and wellness - physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually - as each energy center houses our vitality.
The Chakra Mind-Body Balance is based on an arrangement of cooperation. Foe example, if you are holding on to certain negative emotions and worries, it can cause physical ailments and limitations. By the same token we can also expect that if we are experiencing physical issues, it creates weaknesses in our emotional behavior and Mental Health.
If even one of your Chakras is out of alignment, either by being overactive (flowing too freely) or underactive (very low or blocked flow), the imbalance can affect the area of energy it is responsible for, causing mental and physical health issues.
Releasing the stale energy from the body can undo any tightness, stiffness, or malfunction of that area.
The 7 Chakras are:
1. Muludhara (Root Chakra)
2. Svadhisthana (Sacral Chakra)
3. Manpura (Solar Plexus)
4. Anahata (Heart Chakra)
5. Vishuddha (Throat Chakra)
6. Ajna (Third Eye Chakra)
7. Sahasrara(Crown Chakra)
Activating your 7 chakras starts at the Root, or base of the spine. Kundalini Energy lies dormant at the Root until wellness practices, such as asana, pranayama, and prayer awaken it
Kundalini, meaning coiled snake, is the goddess energy that is the divine limitless power and creative energy of the universe. It can also be referred to as Kundalini Shakti (serpent energy). As the Kundalini wakens, it should slither up through the Chakras like a serpent.
Asana refers to the seated mediation posture which is performed to strengthen the body and mind with mindful breathing, known as Pranayama.
Pranayama guides life force energy through the physical body. This is effective in root chakra healing and purifying the energy field. Here are two efficient exercises for practice:
• Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana): This pranayama helps balance the mind, body and soul by breathing through the individual nasal passages. Begin by sitting cross-legged. Place one hand on your knee and exhale completely. Use your other hand to shut your right nostril and inhale deeply with the other. Close your left nostril with your spare fingers and open the right. Exhale completely. Inhale through the right nostril, then exhale completely through the left. Repeat this cycle ten times.
• Cooling Breathing (Sitali Pranayama): Also known as taco breath, this pranayama is excellent for cooling the physical body during the summer heat, hot flashes or other high-temperature situations. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. When ready, open your mouth in an "O" shape. Curl the tongue lengthwise and stick it slightly out of your mouth. Inhale through the mouth as if you are drinking from a straw. Focus on the cooling sensation and continue the exercise for 2-3 minutes.
As the Kundalini moves up through the energy centers, it clears the way to cleanse and release any stagnation and blockages that impede our physical and mental well-being.
The Spinning Dove Spiritual Solutions, 2024. All rights reserved.
Kommentare