Details of Chacra

What are Chakras?

Chakras are the energy centers of the body. They are located in the astral body, along the spine, starting
at its base and running upwards to the crown of the head. The astral body is the energy body residing
inside our physical body. Each physical body part has a corresponding astral body part. The astral body
cannot be seen or touched. This is also a reason why we cannot see the chakras.

The chakras radiate a specific colour and energy. Each one coincides with a gland in the physical body.
Since each chakra relates to specific spiritual, emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of our
being, it is believed that their blockage or malfunction can lead to physical, psychological, and emotional
disorders. The conscious awareness and balancing of these energy centers, on the other hand, is
believed to lead to well-being and good health.

How many Chakras are there in the body?

Mostly, we hear about the ‘seven chakras’ but, there is an infinite number of chakras in the human
body. A specific vibration, color, symbol and sound are associated with all 7 chakras. Depending on
whether these energy centers are healthy or blocked, you may experience different attributes of your
physical, mental, and emotional health.

The 7 main chakras as they appear in the body are:

1. Root Chakra

2. Sacral Chakra

3. Solar Plexus Chakra

4. Heart Chakra

5. Throat Chakra

6. Third Eye Chakra

7. Crown Chakra

Does a Chakra have a shape?

There are many myths about the shape of the chakras. Some say they are like whirling discs, while
others believe they are like flowers hanging from the spine. Some people even think that they resemble
an ice cream cone! All these different ideas exist simply because the chakras cannot be seen by the eyes
or by any device. So, we tend to believe whatever becomes commonly circulated.

The ancient scriptures say that a chakra is shaped like a sphere or a ball. And it is even believed that
planet earth is a major chakra of the solar system and a minor chakra of our galaxy, the Milky Way. It
rotates to distribute some energy, but knowing more about this remains beyond the scope of the
human imagination.

What is the size of a Chakra?

The 7 Chakras: Symbols, Symptoms and Effects

1. Muladhara Chakra – Root Chakra

Symbol: The Root Chakra symbol consists of a 4-petalled lotus flower, a square, and a downward-facing
triangle. Each element is said to represent the 4 aspects of the human mind, uniting to form the birth of
the human consciousness.

Color: Red

Element: Earth

Location: The Root Chakra also known as the Muladhara Chakra is located at the base of the spine,
between the anus and the genitals. It is characterized by the emotions of survival, stability, ambition,
and self-sufficiency.

Symptoms of a blocked Root Chakra: When this chakra is out of balance, a person starts feeling
unstable, ungrounded, lack of ambition, lack of purpose, fearful, insecure and frustrated.

Signs of a balanced/imbalanced Root Chakra: However, when the Root Chakra is balanced, these are
replaced by more positive emotions, and you feel stable, confident, balanced, energetic, independent,
and strong.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Muladhara Chakra is ‘Lam’.

2. Svadhishthana Chakra – Sacral Chakra

Symbol: The symbol for the Svadhishthana Chakra or Sacral Chakra is made up of multiple circles, a
crescent moon, and six lotus flower petals. The circles and crescent moon represent the cyclical nature
of life, death, and rebirth, while the 6 petals portray the 6 negative aspects of our nature that we need
to overcome to open this chakra.

Color: Orange

Element: Water

Location: The Svadhishthana Chakra, more commonly known as the Sacral Chakra, is located in the
lower abdomen, about four fingers below the navel. Its attributes include the basic need for sexuality, as
well as creativity and self-worth.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Sacral Chakra: When the Sacral Chakra is imbalanced, a person may
feel emotionally explosive and irritable, sense a lack of energy and creativity, feel manipulative, or
obsessed with sexual thoughts.

Signs of a balanced Sacral Chakra: When balanced, it makes one feel more vibrant, happy, positive,
satisfied, compassionate, and intuitive.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Svadhishthana Chakra is ‘Vam’.

Symbol: The Solar Plexus Chakra symbol consists of a downward-pointing triangle within a ten-petalled
lotus flower. The ten petals symbolize ten negative character traits that we have to conquer, while the
triangle is the Agni tattva or fire of kundalini energy which signifies our inner strength.

Color: Yellow

Element: Fire

Location: The Manipura Chakra is located at the solar plexus, between the navel and the bottom of the
rib cage. It is characterized by emotions like ego, anger, and aggression.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Solar Plexus Chakra: An imbalance of the Solar Plexus Chakra can
manifest physically as digestive problems, liver problems, or diabetes. On an emotional level, one might
struggle with depression, lack of self-esteem, anger, and perfectionism.

Signs of a balanced Solar Plexus Chakra: By balancing this chakra, we feel more energetic, confident,
productive, and focused.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Manipura Chakra is ‘Ram’.

4. Anahata Chakra – Heart Chakra

Symbol: In the Heart Chakra symbol, two triangles intersect to form a yantra which represents the
balance of yin and yang, or upward and downward forces. Outside, there is a lotus flower with 12 petals
symbolizing the twelve divine qualities associated with the heart.

Color: Green

Element: Air

Location: As the name implies, the Anahata Chakra is located in the heart region. This chakra is the seat
of balance, and it is characterized by emotions of love, attachment, compassion, trust, and passion.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Heart Chakra: When the heart chakra is imbalanced, a person may
deal with emotional issues like anger, lack of trust, anxiety, jealousy, fear, and moodiness.

Signs of a balanced Heart Chakra: By harmonizing this energy center, a person begins to feel more
compassionate, caring, optimistic, friendly, and motivated.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Anahata Chakra is ‘Yam’.

5. Vishuddha Chakra – Throat Chakra

Symbol: The symbol of the Throat Chakra consists of a 16-petalled lotus flower surrounding an inverted
triangle which holds a circle within. This represents spiritual growth and the purification of the body,
mind, and spirit.
Color: Blue

Element: Space

Location: The Visuddha Chakra is located at the base of the throat, coinciding with the thyroid gland. It is
associated with inspiration, healthy expression, faith, and the ability to communicate well.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Throat Chakra: A blockage in the throat chakra may be experienced
as timidity, quietness, a feeling of weakness, or the inability to express our thoughts.

Signs of a balanced Throat Chakra: When this chakra is balanced, it enables creativity, positive self-
expression, constructive communication, and a sense of satisfaction.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Vishuddha Chakra is ‘Ham’.

6. Ajna Chakra – Third Eye Chakra

Symbol: The Third Eye Chakra symbol consists of an inverted triangle resting in a circle between two
lotus petals. The two petals and downward-facing pyramid both signify wisdom, emphasizing the Third
Eye Chakra’s role in our journey to spiritual awareness.

Color: Indigo

Element: None

Location: The Ajna Chakra (pronounced as ‘Agya Chakra’) is located between the eyebrows. Also known
as the Third Eye Chakra, it is often used as a focal point during asana practice to develop more
concentration and awareness. It is said that meditating upon this chakra destroys the karma of past lives
and brings liberation and intuitive knowledge. Its attributes are intelligence, intuition, insight, and self-
knowledge.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Third Eye Chakra: When imbalanced, it may make you feel non-
assertive and afraid of success, or on the contrary, it can make you more egotistical. An imbalance can
manifest as physical problems like headaches, blurry vision, and eye strain.

Signs of a balanced Third Eye Chakra: When this chakra is active and balanced, a person feels more
vibrant and confident, both spiritually and emotionally. In the absence of the fear of death, one
becomes his own master and remains free of all attachment to material things.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Ajna Chakra is ‘Om’.

7. Sahastrara Chakra – Crown Chakra

Symbol: The Crown Chakra symbol is depicted as a ring of a thousand lotus petals surrounding an
inverted triangle. This symbolizes the rising of divine energy into the Crown Chakra, bringing spiritual
liberation and enlightenment.
Color: Violet White

Element: None

Location: The Sahastrara or Crown Chakra is located at the crown of the head. The seventh chakra is the
center of spirituality, enlightenment, and dynamic thought and energy. It allows for the inward flow of
wisdom and brings the gift of cosmic consciousness.

Symptoms of a blocked/imbalanced Crown Chakra: When it gets imbalanced, one might suffer from a
constant sense of frustration, melancholy and destructive feelings.

Signs of a balanced Crown Chakra: A balanced Crown Chakra promotes spiritual understanding, inner
peace and a clear perspective on the world.

Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Sahastrara Chakra is ‘Aum’.

Frequency Charts

When being expressed or felt, emotions are able to raise or lower our vibrational frequency. This also
applies to your thoughts about money.
Moving forward on your soul path involves consciously overcoming your low-frequency emotions and
returning to your natural state. That which we take from children and that makes us feel and experience
the astonishment for life, love and the jubilation of the existence.

Raising our vibrational frequency allows us to find our center and see clearly, act in alignment, create
and grow constantly while remaining fully connected and present in life.

It is on that frequency that we become attuned to the signals of the universe and more keen to trust the
process, knowing that not everything is going to be perfect but with time we will manage to have a
greater control over the techniques which will help us align with our path of conscious development.