The base chakra is our connection with the physical world. It is associated with stability, security and our survival. Also known as the earth or root chakra, it provides us with the solid ground upon which we can build our lives. It enables us to perceive the earth as a safe, secure place that satisfies all of our needs. If the base chakra is not functioning correctly, you may have the sensation that you are floating, as though you are not connected to the earth. Physical problems relating to the imbalance is spine, bones, teeth, nails, ankles and knees may be experienced. Crystal: Hematite, Black Obsidian, Snowflake Obsidian, Red Jasper
The sacral chakra: is concerned with sexuality, reproduction, pleasure and desire. Its element, water, continually produces new life, and so it is through the sacral chakra that we also create new life. The water element purifies, too, and dissolves away blockages, enabling our feelings to flow freely. If the sacral chakra is disharmonious, there will be problems with the sexual organs and in forming relationships. This chakra is connected to the water element and problems may arise with the kidneys and bladder. Crystals: Carnelian, orange calcite
The solar plexus chakra: is our sun, our centre of power. If this chakra is balanced, we feel full of joy and energy, yet also at peace and in harmony with ourselves. It is from this chakra that we transform our desires and emotions into action. The solar plexus chakra is also concerned with transforming our food into energy and with separating the useful from the not so useful. If this chakra is imbalanced there will be an inner restlessness and lack of contentment. This agitation and inability to relax is often coupld with a lack of self esteem and self confidence. The physical problems that may be manifested by a disharmonious solar plexus chakra include digestive problems such as diabetes and ulcers, and eating disorders like anorexia, allergies and chronic fatigue. Crystals: Citrine, yellow jasper, tigers eye
The heart chakra: is the centre of the chakra system, a bridge that connects the three lower, physical and emotional centres to the three higher, mental and spiritual centres. The fourth chakra is connected with unconditional love, compassion and empathy. If the heart chakra is open, then the higher abilities of the brow, or third eye chakra will develop at the same time (many spiritual schools, in both the East and the West, therefore, focus on opening the heart chakra. Malfunction of this chakra can lead to sadness, depression and a fear of rejection. There may also be an inability to give and receive love. The physical problems that may be manifested include blood pressure, heart and circulatory problems, as well as disorders of the lungs. Crystals: Green Aventurine, Rose Quartz
The throat chakra: is connected with communication and self expression and concerned with speaking ones truth and the true expression of the soul without fearing what others think. From this centre, we listen to our inner voice. Through it we express the contents of all of the other chakras to the world. An imbalance psychologically can indlude an inability to express one's emotions. The physical problems arising from an imbalance include all ear, nose and throat disorders, as well as any disorders of the voice, such as stuttering. Physical problems with the neck, shoulders and jaw, as well as thyroid disorders may also arise. Crystals: Blue lace agate, sodalite, lapis lazulite.
The brow chakra: is associated with intuition and inner vision and wisdom. It enables us to perceive the world in a new way and to become aware of other dimensions of reality. If this chakra is out of balance, it can lead to a lack of intuition and a total disbelief in anything that cannot be proven scientifically. If the third eye as the brow chakra is also know, is open and the base chakra in particular is not grounding you properly, you may become very confused, hallucinate and lose touch with reality. The problems that can result from an imbalance include visual disorders, nightmares and headaches. Crystals: Amethyst, violet quartz, sugalite
The crown chakra: is concerned with understanding bliss and enlightenment. It is our link with the divine, enabling us to become as one with our creator. Disturbances in the crown chakra can cause an unwillingness to and fear of opening up one's spiritual potential. Alienation and confusion may be present. Physical problems arising from an imbalance include epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Crystals: Clear quartz, Snow or White quartz, white howlite
