What Are the 7 Chakras?

The chakras are sources of energy corresponding to different areas of your body.

The belief is that to function at our best, our chakras need to be open.  When they are blocked is when we feel physical pain or emotional turmoil.

There are seven chakras.  Picture them as different points on your spine, starting from the bottom and working your way up.

1. Root Chakra

Associated with feeling grounded and balanced.

2. Sacral Chakra

Unleashes your creative potential

3. Solar Plexus Chakra

Where you cultivate confidence and energy.

4. Heart Chakra

The center for all things love and passion.

5. Throat Chakra

The center for communication and speaking your truth

6. Third Eye Chakra

Your intuition and sense of "knowing"

7. Crown Chakra

Allows you to connect to your wisdom and gives you clarity.

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