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The term 'Chakra' comes from Sanskrit language, meaning 'wheel' or 'disk'. Within our bodies, this term refers to the spinning wheels of energy that align along our spine. Operating much like a complex, dynamic ecosystem, your chakras contribute to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. More than just figurative reference points, our chakras influence the way we experience life.

We have seven main chakras- each residing at a particular point along the spine from the base to the crown of the head- each with its own attributes and significances. These chakras correlate with important aspects in our lives such as survival, creativity, personal power, love, communication, intuition, and spirituality. When balanced, they help shape a fulfilling life, but if a chakra is blocked or not functioning well, it can lead to imbalances manifested as physical or emotional health issues.

However, just as our bodies have intrinsic mechanisms to heal physical wounds, they also possess the intelligence to harmonize our chakras.

Trapped emotions can be a significant cause for imbalanced chakras. These repressed or unresolved feelings often create an invisible stress on your system, resulting in a misalignment of your chakras, blocking the natural flow of energy.

Releasing these trapped emotions alleviates the pressure in the body, which in turn allows the body's inner intelligence to take over. This process helps to restore equilibrium to your energy system, balancing your chakras and thereby promoting better physical and emotional health.

The Connection Between Chakras and Physical and Emotional  Health

Chakras function as pivotal connections between our emotional and physical well-being. Each one is intricately linked to certain emotional states and physical aspects of our health. When perfectly balanced, they promote comprehensive wellness. However, an unbalanced chakra can lead to both emotional and physical disturbances.

An important concept to understand is that both positive and negative emotions can impact our chakras. While joy, love, and enthusiasm can align and activate our chakras, emotions like fear, anxiety, and anger can cause blockages or overactivity in these energy centers.

Chakra Imbalance: Too Open or Too Closed

Our chakras are energy centers, and just like anything else in life, they need to be in balance to function optimally. When chakras are in harmony, we feel at our best physically and emotionally. However, chakras can become imbalanced, either being too open or too closed, and this can lead to a myriad of issues.

When a chakra is too open, it means that it's overly active. Too much energy is flowing through it, often leading to feeling overwhelmed or excessively reactive in certain areas of life.

For instance, if your root chakra is too open, you may become overly materialistic and obsessed with security, or, in relation to the heart chakra, you may tend to suffocate people with your love and your love can end up being self-serving.

On the other hand, if a chakra is too closed or underactive, it simply means that energy is not flowing freely. As a result, you'll find areas of your life reflecting these blockages with struggles and problems related to the functions of the blocked chakra.

For example, an underactive throat chakra could mean you struggle with expression, speaking your truth, or finding the words to say during crucial conversations. An underactive solar plexus chakra might make you feel powerless or insecure, filled with apathy and indecisiveness.

Signs of Chakra Harmony

Signs of a well-functioning chakra can vary from individual to individual. Physically, you'll likely experience good health, energy, and vitality. Emotionally, it's about stability, confidence, and a positive outlook. More specific signs include:

• Root Chakra: If your root chakra is functioning well, you'll feel safe, secure, and grounded. You'll be able to tackle challenges with confidence, knowing that you have a solid foundation to build upon.
• Sacral Chakra: When your sacral chakra is balanced, you'll experience healthy relationships, pleasure, and creativity. You'll feel enthusiastic and won't be afraid to express your thoughts and desires.
• Solar Plexus Chakra: A well-functioning solar plexus chakra translates to feeling empowered and in control. You'll have strong self-esteem, a compelling presence, and the ability to take decisive action.
• Heart Chakra: Harmony in the heart chakra results in feelings of love, compassion, and forgiveness. You will express genuine empathy for others and cherish meaningful relationships.
• Throat Chakra: If your throat chakra is functioning well, you'll be able to communicate effectively and honestly.
• Third Eye Chakra: A balanced third eye chakra enhances your intuition and inner wisdom. You'll be able to "see" aspects of reality that are usually hidden or overlooked.
• Crown Chakra: When your crown chakra is in balance, you'll experience a deep sense of connection with the universe, and spiritual enlightenment. You'll feel at peace and have an understanding of your place in the cosmic map.

Recognizing Imbalances

In contrast, when a chakra is imbalanced, it can be too open or too closed, leading to a variety of physical and emotional issues. For instance:

• A deficient root chakra might cause feelings of fear, insecurity, and anxiety. On a physical level, it can lead to problems with the lower part of the body, like the legs, feet, and lower back.
• An overactive sacral chakra could give rise to emotional instability, sexual obsession, or addictive behaviors, while an underactive one might result in a lack of creativity and passion.
• An imbalanced solar plexus chakra might lead to power struggles, domination issues, or feelings of inferiority. Physical symptoms may include digestive issues, liver problems, and diabetes.
• A blocked heart chakra can lead to feelings of jealousy, bitterness, and an inability to forgive. Physically, it can cause cardiovascular problems.
• An overactive throat chakra might cause you to talk excessively and be a poor listener, while an underactive one might cause you to withhold your truth and not communicate effectively.
• An overactive third eye chakra can result in illusions, hallucinations, or migraines. An underactive one can result in lack of clarity, indecision, and poor memory.
• An imbalanced crown chakra could lead to feelings of disconnection with the universe or an obsession with spirituality. It could also cause issues like migraines and neurological disorders.

The Interconnection of Chakras: Achieving Overall Harmony

Each of the seven chakras plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Just as it's imperative to maintain balance in individual chakras, creating harmony among them all also carries similar importance. An imbalance in one chakra doesn't simply affect that individual energy center—it impacts the overall harmony of the entire chakra system, causing fragmented energy distribution and hindered functionality.

The interconnectedness of chakras is what makes the chakra system a system.

The role of Trapped Emotions in Chakra Imbalance

Maintaining chakra balance is often about releasing trapped emotions that could disrupt the energy flow. These blocked energies often arise from past traumas, unresolved issues, or negative thought patterns. By releasing these blocked energies, the underlying harmony that sustains your wellbeing can be restored. This process requires mindfulness and a deep understanding of the emotional self, which isn't always easy to handle alone.

Are you ready to embark on a mindful journey towards emotional liberation and chakra balance? Book a session to identify and release the trapped emotions that disrupt your chakra balance. It's about taking a step towards a healthier, happier, and more balanced you. Let's begin this journey to your inner self together, one chakra at a time.