Seventh Chakra

The seventh chakra is the "Crown Chakra", known in sandskrit as Sahasrara. It represents all the colors. Its element is the supermental higher conciousness. It is located on the crown, or top of the head. Its yantra symbol is described with one thousand multi-colored petals which are arranged in twenty layers, with fifty petals per layer. The inside is golden with a downward facing triangle. It is associated with direct communication through our divine source. (http://www.allgoodthings.com/yoga/chakra/chakra7_2.html). When Sahasrara is unbalanced it can lead to one being catatonic or joyless. One may feel cut off from the world and universe. It can cause headaches and migraines, frustration, destructive behavior, and unorganization. When it is balanced, one will feel very connected. (http://www.lightandlovereiki.com/Chakras/chakra_crown.html). The deity represented by this chakra is Shri Kalki. A posture that one can do to improve their Sahasrara is childs pose.

Sixth Chakra

The sixth Chakra, is known as the "third eye" chakra, or in sandskrit as Ajna. It is usually shown with the color purple. It represents the element of light, and electricity. It is located on the brow, right in between the two eyes. Ajna's Yantra symbol has two petals and a triangle in the middle representing thought. Ajna is usually associated with the aura of the human body. It represents the feminine aspects of human energy, and opens the door to perception. It shows will, vision, dynamic thought, and intuition. (http://www.allgoodthings.com/yoga/chakra/chakra6_2.html) When Ajna is unbalanced, it can cause physical problems such as headaches, nightmares, eyestrain, learning disabilities, panic depression, blindness, deafness, seizures, ans spinal dysfunctions. It can also cause psycological and emotional problems such as; judgement, evaluation, concept of reality, confusion, fear of truth, and lack of discipline and concentration. When Ajna is balanced, it can provide the ability to think reality into existence, imagination, intuition, concentration, and focus. The balancing crystals relating to this Chakra are amethyst, moonstone, and sugilite. (http://healthy-ojas.com/systems/chakra-ajna.html). The astrological sign for Ajna is Aquarius.

Fifth Chakra

The Fifth Chakra is known as Vishuddha in Sanskrit, or as the throat Chakra. It is usually represented by the color blue. The element related with it is Aether, or heaven. It is located in the neck and throat region. The Yantra symbol represents a sixteen petaled lotus, with a sky blue triangle center, and the element akasha in the center. Vishuddha represents the expression of oneself, working towards communicating one's will, honesty and choice, freedom of expression, integrity, and creativity. (http://meditative-solutions.com/meditation-chakras/5-throat-chakra-vishuddha). When unbalanced, one will be dishonest with themselves and others. When balanced, it is easy for one to be truthful and honest. Essential oils relating to Vishuddha are aniseed, blue chamomile, cypress, tea tree, lavender, sandalwood, neroli, and clary sage. (http://pjentoft.com/Chakra5.html). Flower Essences that represent Vishuddha are; cosmos, trumpet vine, and larch. (http://chakrahealingsounds.com/5th.html).

Fourth Chakra

The fourth Chakra is the heart Chakra, known in sandskrit as Anahata. Anahata is usually represented by the color green, and is related to the element air. Anahata is located in the heart and chest area. Its Yantra symbol is a green lotus flower with twelve petals. On the inside, there is an intersection of two triangles, representing the union between males and females. Anahata represents love, compassion, kindness, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and hope. When it is unbalanced, it can cause grief, heartache, jealousy, sadness, lonelyness, resentment, depression, cardiovascular problems, and fear. When it is balanced it makes one able to give and recieve love, and it gives one a sense of wholeness. One of the postures that represents Anahata is the camel pose. (http://www.allgoodthings.com/yoga/chakra/chakra4_5.html). Foods that fuel Anahata are leafy greens and vegetables such as; spinach, kale, dandelion greens, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, celery, and squash. (http://chakrahealingsounds.com/4th.html)

Third Chakra

The third Chakra is related with the Solar plexus, known in sandskrit as Manipura. Manipura is generally related with the color yellow, and its element is fire. It is located at the spine directly behind the naval. Its Yantra symbol is usually shown as having ten petals, with an orange triangle in the center to represent fire. Manipura represents power and strength. When Manipura is unbalanced, it can cause low self-esteem, lack of belief in self, nagging doubt, the inability to make decisions, a lack of vitality for living, and a lack of generosity for all. When it is balanced, it will help transform pain into meaning, and makes one feel special and confident. Manipura is astrologically connected with Venus. (http://kheper.net/topics/chakras/Manipura.htm). The presiding deities of Manipura are Vishnu, representing human conscience, evolution, and fire, and Lakshmi, representing prosperity, and happiness. (http://chakrasjourney.com/manipura-chakra.html)

Second Chakra

The Second Chakra is the sacral Chakra, known in sandscrit as Svadhisthana.Svadhisthana is usually represented by the color orange, and is generally associated with the element water, soft and supple. The Yantra symbol is depicted in an orange six petaled lotus flower. The crescent moon in the center represents water. Svadhisthana represents the emotional flow. It is related with sexuality, intimacy, and desire. When it is unbalanced, it causes fear of change, intimacy, or pleasure. When Svadhisthana is balanced, it causes peace and pleasure. The flower essences of Svadhisthana are the Indian Paintbrush, the Lady's Slipper, and the Hibiscus. (http://www.allgoodthings.com/yoga/chakra/chakra2_2.html). Balancing crystals related with Svadhisthana are amber, bloodstone, carnelian, citrine, coral, danburite, diamond, garnet, moonstone, gold, opal, pearl, peridot, quartz, ruby, selenite, tigers eye, wulfenite, and zircon. (http://mychakras.wordpress.com/2008/05/27/second-chakra-pelvic-chakra-svadhisthana-chakra/)

First Chakra

The first Chakra, or energy center of the body is the Root Chakra, also known as Muladhara in the sandscrit language. It is generally related with the color red. It is usually associated with the element earth because it is the densest grade of manifestation. Its Yantra symbol is described in a yellow square surrounded by a red lotus flower. Muladhara is usually associated with safety and one's foundation of identity. When one's Muladhara is off balance, it will make a person feel alone and have low self esteem. When Muladhara is balanced, a person will feel happy with who they are and confident.Root vegetables, protein-rich foods, and hot, peppery spices fuel Muladhara. (http://healing.about.com/od/chakraimages/ig/Chakra-Symbols/Root-Chakra.htm). To perform aromatherapy, one must inhale pure essential oils that are sweet, earthy, and grounding. (http://ezinearticles.com/?Aromatherapy-Meditations---First-Chakra---Muladhara---Base-or-Root---Chakra--&id=245589)