Virabhadrasana Benefits and How to do it
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Introduction
Chakras are widely talked about, but not everyone knows what exactly chakras are. These are bundles of energy that, when activated, work at a higher frequency to balance all energies, thus helping in the healing of the body.
Focusing on chakras is a type of meditation that is not new. In Indian Vedic tradition, chakra meditation is an ancient practice. The word “Chakra” means “circle,” and it is believed that these are points where energies accumulate.
It is said that there are 109 chakras, with 108 in the physical body and one in the astral body, commonly called the “aura.” There are seven main chakras that people specifically focus on during meditation, each representing different emotions and significance in our body. Let's study those chakras in detail.
Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra)
Motto:
To be here
Location:
Base of the spine/tailbone, between the anus and genitals
Color:
Red
Regulates:
Stability, grounding
Imbalance:
Fear, anxiety, stress
Mantra:
Lam
Element:
Earth
Petal:
Four-petal lotus
- Supports a sense of security and stability.
- Associated with basic survival needs and physical health.
- Helps in establishing a solid foundation in life.
Swadishthana Chakra (Sacral Chakra)
Motto:
To feel
Location:
Four fingers below the navel
Color:
Orange
Regulates:
Sexuality, desires, fertility, pleasure, creativity
Imbalance:
Guilt, irresponsibility
Mantra:
Vam
Element:
Water
Petal:
Six-petal lotus
- Enhances creativity and emotional expression.
- Supports healthy relationships and sexual well-being.
- Fosters a sense of pleasure and enjoyment in life.
Manipur Chakra (Solar Plexus Chakra)
Motto:
To Act
Location:
Above the navel; between navel and solar plexus
Color:
Yellow
Regulates:
Strength, confidence, mental balance
Imbalance:
Fatigue, digestive, liver problems
Mantra:
Ram
Element:
Fire
Petal:
Ten-petal lotus
- Boosts self-esteem and personal power.
- Regulates digestive processes and metabolism.
- Promotes mental clarity and decision-making.
Anahata Chakra (Heart Chakra)
Motto:
To Love
Location:
Middle of the chest
Color:
Green
Regulates:
Unconditional love, compassion, kindness
Imbalance:
Emotional struggle, restlessness, lack of empathy
Mantra:
Yam
Element:
Air
Petal:
Twelve-petal lotus
- Enhances emotional well-being and compassion.
- Supports healthy relationships and a sense of empathy.
- Promotes inner peace and balance in life.
Vishuddhi Chakra (Throat Chakra)
Motto:
To Speak
Location:
Throat
Color:
Blue
Regulates:
Peaceful, good communication, strong self-expression
Imbalance:
Shy, arrogant, throat related disorders
Mantra:
Ham
Element:
Space
Petal:
Sixteen-petal lotus
- Enhances communication and self-expression.
- Supports clarity in speech and honest dialogue.
- Helps in managing and expressing emotions effectively.
Ajna Chakra (Third Eye Chakra/Agya Chakra)
Motto:
To Know
Location:
Between eyebrows
Color:
Indigo
Regulates:
Spiritual, mental strength, good vision
Imbalance:
Manipulative, panic, fear, eye problems
Mantra:
Yam
Element:
Air/light/silver
Petal:
Two-petal lotus
- Enhances intuition and insight.
- Supports mental clarity and focus.
- Fosters connection to higher consciousness.
Sahasrara Chakra (Crown Chakra)
Motto:
To See
Location:
Top of the head
Color:
White/Violet
Regulates:
Wisdom, strong nervous system
Imbalance:
Mental disorders, spiritual crisis
Mantra:
Silence/Om
Element:
Inner light/White light
Petal:
Thousand-petal lotus
- Fosters spiritual enlightenment and divine connection.
- Supports overall mental health and clarity.
- Promotes a sense of unity with the universe.
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