Reiki Chakras

To have a complete understanding of Reiki, knowledge of chakras is essential. 'Chakra' is a Sanskrit word that suggests a 'wheel' or 'disk'. Regarding a human body, a chakra is an integral point that vibrates as per the energies. The Universe is the benefactor of these energies, which flow between chakras along pathways, known as 'Nadis'. In scientific terms, a chakra is a point where one or more vital glands are present in a body. These glands are required to function in a proper manner for a healthy living.

A person is healthy when his chakras vibrate with positive energy. The way each human being has a body, every chakra too has a subtle body. The seven chakras of a body form part of the large network of subtle energies inside it. Each chakra manages certain emotions and some of the body parts which are related to the gland. The layers of auras are also linked with these chakras. Imbalance of chakras can generate problems associated with physical, mental or emotional self and vice versa.

In Reiki, the chakras are used to focus and channelize the universal energy. The idea behind this therapy is to take up the energy and allocate it uniformly. Before starting Reiki, the chakras are cleared so that it becomes easy to drawn and rightly channelize the energy. When energy rises, chakra vibrates swiftly and represents progress from an earthy life to a spiritual one. However, such practice must be done under proper supervision and guidance, since excess of energy could be harmful.

Root Chakra
Located at the base of spine, Root Chakra is the first chakra that is linked with the large intestine and the rectum. It has a little influence over the kidneys too. It is the groundwork for the entire chakra system. Its harmony brings stability to life.

Navel Chakra
Naval Chakra is located just above genitals, and affects the sex drive and reproduction system. It influences testicles, ovaries, urinary bladder and kidneys. This chakra acts as a center for cleansing, purification, health, liver functioning, metabolism, digestion, detoxification, immunity and balancing of blood sugar. Blockages of Naval chakra result in menstruation problems, menopause and relationship issues.

Solar Chakra
Located just above naval, Solar Chakra is related to self-esteem and self image. It is connected with liver, gall bladder, stomach, spleen and small intestine. In physical terms, this chakra influences adrenal glands, deep effect on sympathetic nervous system, muscular energy, heartbeat, digestion, blood circulation and mood.

Heart Chakra
As the name suggests, Heart Chakra is sited at the heart. It is related to love, trust, compassion, equilibrium, well-being and other higher emotions. Adversely affected by stress, Heart Chakra is linked with heart and arms. Problems with this chakra can be caused by lack of giving or receiving love. Blockages with Heart chakra result in anger, pain, jealousy, grief, loneliness, fear and ill-treating other people.

Throat Chakra
Located at the throat, Throat Chakra embodies communication of all types. As and when communication problem arises with a person, it means his chakra is affected. This chakra influences the thyroid-balance of nervous system, metabolism, muscular control and body heat production. It is the function house of growth and creativity, and directs all forms of expression.

Third Eye Chakra
Third Eye Chakra is located at the forehead, between the eye brows. It is directly related to the spiritual development of an individual. This chakra has a great influence over intuitions, premonitions and psychic abilities. It is the chakra of time, awareness and light. Third Eye Chakra is linked with the physical parts like brain, face, nose, eyes etc. It functions as a pituitary master control center of mind and body, and affects most of the endocrines.

Crown Chakra
Located at the top of head, Crown Chakra doesn't have a related body organ. However, it is associated with the whole being. The universal energy comes into our body through this chakra. It is connected to divine consciousness or the ultimate truth. Crown Chakra merges personal energy field with the universal, feminine with masculine and awakens eternal realization.