Chakras are the energy centers of the body that influence our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Rooted in ancient Indian traditions, each chakra governs specific functions and can become blocked or imbalanced. Bringing awareness and care to each chakra can support healing, vitality, and inner harmony.
Below is an in-depth guide to each of the seven main chakras:
🌺 1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)
- Location: Base of the spine
- Color: Red
- Element: Earth
- Frequency: 396 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Grounded, secure, stable, confident
- Imbalanced Attributes: Anxiety, fear, restlessness, insecurity
Foods:
Root vegetables (beets, carrots, potatoes), proteins (beans, eggs, red meat), and red-colored foods (strawberries, tomatoes)
Essential Oils:
Patchouli, cedarwood, sandalwood, vetiver
Yoga Poses:
Mountain Pose (Tadasana), Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I), Garland Pose (Malasana)
Affirmation:
“I am grounded. I am stable. I am safe. I am secure.”
🧡 2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
- Location: Lower abdomen (below the navel)
- Color: Orange
- Element: Water
- Frequency: 417 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Creative, passionate, emotionally open, sensual
- Imbalanced Attributes: Guilt, emotional instability, creative blocks, dependency
Foods:
Sweet fruits (oranges, mangoes), nuts, seeds, coconut, and orange-colored foods
Essential Oils:
Ylang-ylang, orange, clary sage, sandalwood
Yoga Poses:
Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana), Cobra (Bhujangasana), Goddess Pose
Affirmation:
“I honor my emotions. I allow pleasure and creativity to flow freely.”
💛 3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
- Location: Upper abdomen (stomach area)
- Color: Yellow
- Element: Fire
- Frequency: 528 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Confidence, self-esteem, motivation, willpower
- Imbalanced Attributes: Low self-worth, anger, control issues, digestive problems
Foods:
Grains (oats, rice), legumes, yellow vegetables (corn, squash), bananas
Essential Oils:
Ginger, lemon, peppermint, bergamot
Yoga Poses:
Boat Pose (Navasana), Warrior III, Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
Affirmation:
“I am strong, confident, and in control of my life.”
💚 4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)
- Location: Center of the chest
- Color: Green
- Element: Air
- Frequency: 639 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Loving, compassionate, empathetic, forgiving
- Imbalanced Attributes: Jealousy, grief, fear of intimacy, emotional coldness
Foods:
Leafy greens (spinach, kale), green tea, avocados, broccoli
Essential Oils:
Rose, lavender, eucalyptus, jasmine
Yoga Poses:
Camel Pose (Ustrasana), Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana), Cobra
Affirmation:
“I am love. I live in balance with others.”
💙 5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
- Location: Throat
- Color: Blue
- Element: Ether (Space)
- Frequency: 741 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Clear communication, honesty, expression, active listening
- Imbalanced Attributes: Shyness, lying, difficulty expressing oneself, sore throats
Foods:
Blueberries, herbal teas, seaweed, coconut water
Essential Oils:
Eucalyptus, chamomile, peppermint, frankincense
Yoga Poses:
Fish Pose (Matsyasana), Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana), Plow Pose
Affirmation:
“I speak my truth with clarity and confidence.”
💜 6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
- Location: Forehead, between the eyes
- Color: Indigo
- Element: Light
- Frequency: 852 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Intuition, insight, imagination, clarity
- Imbalanced Attributes: Confusion, lack of direction, nightmares, overthinking
Foods:
Purple fruits (grapes, blueberries), dark chocolate, eggplant, purple cabbage
Essential Oils:
Lavender, frankincense, rosemary, sandalwood
Yoga Poses:
Child’s Pose, Downward-Facing Dog, Eagle Pose (Garudasana)
Affirmation:
“I trust my intuition. I see clearly.”
🤍 7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
- Location: Top of the head
- Color: Violet or white
- Element: Thought / Consciousness
- Frequency: 963 Hz
- Balanced Attributes: Connection to the divine, enlightenment, peace
- Imbalanced Attributes: Depression, disconnection, apathy, spiritual confusion
Foods:
Fasting, detoxifying herbs (holy basil, sage), light and high-vibration foods
Essential Oils:
Frankincense, lotus, myrrh, rose
Yoga Poses:
Headstand (Sirsasana), Corpse Pose (Savasana), Lotus Pose (Padmasana)
Affirmation:
“I am one with the universe. I am connected to divine wisdom.”
Final Thoughts
Balancing the chakras isn’t a one-time fix but a continuous journey of alignment, self-awareness, and energy flow. Through mindful practices like yoga, affirmations, nutrition, and aromatherapy, you can nurture each energy center and create harmony in body, mind, and spirit.
