The Seven basic chakras (a bit technical)

The Seven basic chakras (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chakra)

Sahasrara

Sahasrara or the crown chakra is said to be the chakra of consciousness, the master chakra that controls all the others. Its role would be very similar to that of the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones to control the rest of the endocrine system, and also connects to the central nervous system via the hypothalamus. The thalamus is thought to have a key role in the physical basis of consciousness. Symbolised by a lotus with a thousand petals. Color violet.

Ajna

Ajna or the third eye is linked to the pineal gland. Ajna is the chakra of time and awareness and of light. The pineal gland is a light sensitive gland, that produces the hormone melatonin, which regulates the instincts of going to sleep and awakening. It has been conjectured that it also produces trace amounts of the psychedelic chemical dimethyltryptamine. Symbolised by a lotus with two petals. Color- indigo

(Note: some argue that the pineal and pituitary glands should be exchanged in their relationship to the Crown and Brow chakras, based on the description in Arthur Avalon's book on kundalini called Serpent Power or empirical research.)

Vishuddha

Vishuddha or the throat chakra is said to be related to communication and growth, growth being a form of expression. This chakra is paralleled to the thyroid, a gland that is also in the throat, and which produces thyroid hormone, responsible for growth and maturation. Symbolised by a lotus with sixteen petals. Color- blue

Anahata

Anahata or the heart chakra is related to higher emotion, compassion, love, equilibrium, and well-being. It is related to the thymus, located in the chest. This organ is part of the immune system, as well as being part of the endocrine system. It produces T cells responsible for fighting off disease, and is adversely affected by stress. Symbolised by a lotus with twelve petals. Color- Green

Manipura

Manipura or the solar plexus chakra is related to the transition from base to higher emotion, energy, assimilation and digestion, and is said to correspond to the roles played by the pancreas and the outer adrenal glands, the adrenal cortex. These play a valuable role in digestion, the conversion of food matter into energy for the body. Symbolised by a lotus with ten petals. Color- yellow

Swadhisthana

Swadhisthana or the sacral chakra is located in the groin, and is related to base emotion, sexuality and creativity. This chakra is said to correspond to the testicles or the ovaries, that produce the various sex hormones involved in the reproductive cycle, which can cause dramatic mood swings. Symbolised by a lotus with six petals. Color- Orange

[edit] Muladhara

Muladhara or the base or root chakra is related to instinct, security, survival and also to basic human potentiality. This centre is located in the region between the genitals and the anus. Although no endocrine organ is placed here, it is said to relate to the inner adrenal glands, the adrenal medulla, responsible for the fight and flight response when survival is under threat. In this region is located a muscle that controls ejaculation in the sexual act. A parallel is drawn between the sperm cell and the ovum, where the genetic code lies coiled, and the kundalini. Symbolised by a lotus with four petals. Color Red

7 chakras of the human body

The seven chakras are energy centers that dwell within us and are responsible for bringing and maintaining balance in our bodies and lives. Each of the seven centers carry out different functions. Listed below are the seven main chakras and the subsequent roles they carry out in your body and spirit.

The seventh chakra: (self knowledge, universal identity, thought) This is the greatest charka of them all, providing a bridge towards a bigger far better world. A charka linked with self consciousness that when built upon reveals improvements in wisdom, bliss and spiritual connection.

The sixth chakra: (light self, reflection ) The charka also known as a the third eye and is closely linked to your vision and intuitively sharpness, the development of this charka reveals increased mental and physical abilities that help you se life more clearly.

The fifth chakra (creative, sound, self expression) Found in the throat region, this charka is linked with creativity and art, also liked to sound and the sounds we produce, be it words or song

The fourth chakra(self acceptance, air, identity) This is a charka dedicated to the heart and it is the one in the middle, has a strong connection with love feelings and binds the mind and the body together. If developed it allows for strong true feelings and a well balanced personality

The third chakra( ego, self definition and fire) The charka that holds the key to power and it is located in the plexus. This charka has a strong link with our power over others and our body's metabolism. Keep this charka healthy and it will bring you effectiveness and energy

The second chakra( self gratification, water, emotional identity) This charka is located in the abdomen ,sexual organs and lower back, it governs sexual emotions and the element of water, connects us to other people through desire, feeling, movement. With this charka developed you will benefit from sexual performance, grace, deep feelings and willingness to change

The first chakra(self preservation , earth, physical identity) The first and basic charka and also the most important, linked to the earth element . Located in the spine, more precisely at the base of it the first chakra is the root of our survival instincts and the connection with our body and mind. Develop this charka as it will bring you presence, security, prosperity and health.