What are your 7 Chakras? Can their balance reduce Anxiety?
I have always been intrigued with how how our bodies work and how energies and color play a roll on how we may feel physically, spiritually, and mentally.
When energy flow is disrupted or depleted, the body experiences physiological and psychological losses, or traumatic events can create blockages in the energy flow that can translate into psychological symptoms such as anxiety and worry.
Balancing your chakras can help you restore the energy flow in your system and thus, reduce these anxiety levels.
There are 7 chakras that are connected in our body's system descibed as quantifiable energy within us flowing thru our organs, and nervous system that connect with the spirit.
Now you may ask, What are chakras?
Derived from the Sanskrit word "wheel" or "disk," chakras are considered the centers of energy in the body. Chakras are centers where major nerve points meet and where life force, or "prana," flows harmoniously.
The idea of this life energy flowing through our bodies dates back to 5,000 B.C. in India (prana) and 3,000 B.C. in China (ch'i). Prana, ch'i, shakti, aura, or biofield are some of the names used to describe of this energy. Many researchers have measured the currents of energy flowing through the body as in the case of devices such as the Electrocardiograph (EKG) and have found that this bioenergy field is directly related to the body's physical functioning.
Growing up, I intuivetily knew of these core flowing energies, but did not know what to call them. Until my mother started studying, Holistic and Alternative Medicine, is when I myself starting learning from them.
I would take her books and immerse myself into these new alternatives, that later in life help me manage and hold faith in alternative healing.
There are seven main chakras that connect to nerve points or plexuses in the body. According to the Western practices, these seven points affect the nervous system and the endocrine glands. Each chakra is associated with a specific color from the seven rays of the spectrum light, or rainbow. Color light is an electromagnetic wave that affects our bioenergy or auric field.
It is important to LISTEN to your body. If certain colors attract you more now then they did before, understand why that is? I noticed that if I ignore it, I end up craving sugars, and in turn, I end up with inflammation, anxiety, irritation, etc.
This past season of Advent, I have been tremendously Drawn to RED. Before that Orange; ergo my need to have fresh squeezed orange juice and now that the Holidays are over, Green is coming into paradigm. My Body wants to heal. So I have been listening and have notice others as well being into parallel circumstances and decided to share what I know and maybe it can help you balance and heal.
Here are the 7 Chakras and what is recommended to wear, and eat for balance:
1. Root Chakra
The first chakra is the Root chakra. Located in the tail bone, this chakra is associated with the color red. It is connected to the adrenal medulla, the gland responsible for fight or flight (which is what you might feel at the onset of a panic attack. The Root chakra regulates the sense of security, survival, and instinct. When this chakra is out of balance we feel depleted, hopeless, ungrounded, anxious, and lonely.
To balance this chakra, energize your space and your body by adding the color red. Add:
-red flowers to your work or home environment, decorate with red
-wear natural fibers clothing in the color red
-wear a garnet stone or red jasper or any other stone or crystal that you gravitate to.
- eat red berries, red bell peppers, tomatoes, pomegranates, cherries, beets, etc.
2. Sacral Chakra
The second chakra is the Sacral chakra, located in the pelvis and associated with the color orange. It is connected to the adrenal glands and the genitourinary system. This chakra regulates the basic emotional and sexual needs as well as creativity and confidence. When this chakra is out of balance we feel emotionally imbalanced, lonely, and might struggle with addictions and dependence. To balance this chakra, energize your space and your body by adding the color Orange, Add:
-wear a a carnelian stone, dress in orange, or add pop of orange flowers or decor in your environments.
-eat oranges, papaya, persimmons, carrots, etc.
3. Solar Plexus Chakra
The third chakra is the Solar Plexus chakra. Located under your ribs and in the diaphragm, this chakra is associated with the color yellow. It is connected to the digestive system and the adrenal glands. This chakra regulates our fears, sense of power, and gut feelings. When this chakra is out of balance we experience fears, eating disorders, anxiety, and loss of control.
To balance this chakra, energize your space with the color Yellow. Add:
-yellow flowers
-wear a yellow citrine crystal
-add lemon to your water. Eat yellow peppers, grapefruit, et.
4. Heart Chakra
The fourth chakra is the Heart chakra, located in the center of your chest around the heart area and is associated with the color green and pink (unconditional love). It is connected to the heart, the thymus, and the endocrine system. This chakra relates to compassion, love for thy self and others, connection, and safety. When this chakra is out of balance we feel disconnected, hopeless, and rejected.
To balance this chakra, energize your space with color green, Add:
-Green plants, pink roses and flowers -wear a green jade, Green Aventurine, Rose Quartz SHOP SACRÉ CŒUR in Rose Quartz.
-eat more leafy-green vegetables, sea kelp, swiss chard, bitter vegetables like dandelion, arugula, etc.
-drink matcha, celery juice in the morning, green juices, rose teas
5. Throat Chakra
The fifth chakra is the Throat chakra, located in the throat area and associated with the color blue. It is connected to the thyroid gland and regulates our sense of security, leadership, expression, and fluid communication. When this chakra is out of balance, we feel anxious, paralyzed, and insecure.
To balance this chakra, energize your space by connecting with the ocean and the color blue, Add:
- wear Lapis Lazuli stone, Aqua Marine,
-wear Aqua Blue Clothing, Shop our Wanderlust Thong
-eat blueberries, drink Butterfly Blue Pea Flower Tea,
6. Third-Eye Chakra
The sixth chakra is the Third-Eye chakra, located between your eye brows and associated with the color indigo. It is connected to the pineal gland and regulates our inner guidance or intuition, thoughts, and dreams. When this chakra is out of balance, we may feel imbalanced and judgmental, unable to access our intuition, and have difficulty sleeping.
To balance this chakra,wear Indigo, Add:
-wear azurite stone, blue aventurine crystal (we make a gorgeous necklace of this stone) SHOP SACRÉ CŒUR
-Wear Blue Clothing Shop our BLUE CELESTIAL Pajama Set made of Modal and French Lace, or wear our 100% washable Silk Hand Dyed SASCHA TOP or JOIE PANT in midnight navy
-use lavender essential oils, or connect with the indigo night sky.
7. Crown Chakra
The seventh chakra is the Crown chakra, located at the crown of your head and associated with the color violet. It is connected to pituitary gland and the central nervous system. It is associated with our consciousness, inner wisdom, imagination, and spirituality. When this chakra is out of balance, we feel depressed, hopeless, confused, and disconnected.
To balance this chakra, wear Purple, Add:
-wear amethyst crystal
-drink teas of tulsi, lavender, Valerian, Passion Flower, these teas have very high calming capabilities (will write more about them later)
-eat figs, berries, blackberries,
-adorn your space with violets, any flowers with the aroma that gives you peace in these shades.
Identify Imbalances to Correct Your Energy Flow
The first steps to alleviating your anxiety are as simple as brightening up your living space and eating healthier. Start with one chakra and slowly branch out to the rest. This way, you can give proper attention to all the vital components of your energy flow system. Once you have recognized your symptoms and their association with your chakras, use the suggestions to rebalance the energy flow and help your anxiety melt away.
If any of you guys try this, and it helps or have any questions, please e-mail me at: wendy@wendyglez.com. I would love to hear more!
***THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED OR REGULATED BY THE FDA. WE ARE NOT DOCTORS, THEREFORE ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST.