What are the Chakras?
The chakra system originated in India over 4,000 years ago. Chakras are energy centers in the body, with seven main chakras aligned along the spine up to the crown of the head. When these energy centers become unbalanced, it can manifest as anxiety, depression, negative behavioral patterns, addictions, eating disorders, low self-esteem, poor boundaries, and other challenges that affect our emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
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There are many ways to restore balance to your chakras, including Chakradance™, yoga, meditation, Reiki, essential oils, crystals, sound healing with solfeggio frequencies, color therapy, affirmations, and more. Below, you’ll find an introduction to each chakra, along with gateways to balance and heal them.
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I invite you to join one of my Chakradance™ live sessions, E-course, home practice to explore and harmonize your chakras for deeper healing and transformation. For a fully transformational experience I invite you to join me in one of my retreats.
Getting to know Chakra Energy Centers
Base Chakra
(Muladhara)
This chakra is all about our roots—the foundation that keeps us grounded, safe, and supported. It’s where our primal instincts for survival live, helping us feel secure in our bodies and connected to the earth. It ties us to our family roots, our ancestors, and the tribe of friends and loved ones who hold us up. When this chakra is balanced, we feel deeply safe, supported, and right at home in ourselves and in the world.
Gateways into the Base Chakra
Sanskrit Name: Muladhara = Root Support
Mantra: Lam pronounced Lum
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Crystals: Ruby, Obsidian, Garnet
Essential Oils: Cedarwood, Patchouli, musk
Angels: Cassiel
Dieties: Ganesha, Gaia
Principle: I consider my own physical well-being to be important.
Affirmations:
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I stand in my strength.
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I am safe. I belong.
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I have all that I need.
Sacral Chakra Svadhisthana
Our sacral chakra is filled with passion and purpose—the spark that lights up our creativity and the river of our emotions. It holds our feminine energy, our feelings, our desires, and our sacred sexuality. When this chakra is balanced, we welcome abundance in all its forms. We feel connected to our emotions, our creativity, our sexuality and the joyful flow of life itself.
Gateways into the Sacral Chakra
Sanskrit name: Svadhisthanda = Sweetness
Mantra: Vam pronounced Vum
Color: Orange
Element: Water
Crystals: Carnelian and Coral
Essential Oils: Ylang Ylang, Sandlewood
Angels: Gabriel
Dieties: Lakshmi, Aprodite
Principle: I consider my own emotional well-being to be important.
Affirmations:
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I allow abundance and prosperity into my life.
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I allow my emotions to flow through me in a healthy way.
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The universe is full of sweetness and beauty.
Sacral Chakra
Manipura
The solar plexus chakra is our glowing inner sun that fuels our energy, strength, and confidence. It holds our masculine energy, empowering us with self-worth, drive, and the courage to take up space in the world. When this chakra is balanced, we feel confident and alive, shining with joy, spontaneity, and the kind of laughter that comes straight from the soul.
Gateways into the Sacral Chakra
Sanskirt Name: Manipura = Lustrous Gem
Mantra: Ram pronounced Rum
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Crystals: Amber, Citrine, Tiger's Eye
Essential Oils: Rosemary, Peppermint
Angels: Samuel
Dieties: Ra, Lakini
Principle: I endeavor to take responsibility for my actions and for my life.
Affirmations:
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I am worthy of the best in life.
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I am powerful.
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I set and reach my goals.
Heart Chakra
Anahata
The heart chakra is our center of love—our open, glowing heart. It fills us with kindness, compassion, and empathy, allowing us to give and receive love with ease. It teaches us forgiveness and acceptance, both for ourselves and for others. When this chakra is balanced, we naturally radiate love, creating harmony within and sharing warmth with the world around us.
Gateways into the Heart Chakra
Sanskirt Name: Anahata = Unhurt
Mantra: Yam pronounced Yum
Color: Green, Rose Pink
Element: Air
Crystals: Emerald, Jade, Rose Quartz
Essential Oils: Rose, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang
Angels: Anael
Dieties: Kakini, Kuan Yin
Principle: I value the qualities of compassion and kindness.
Affirmations:
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I am loved.
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I give and receive love freely.
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I forgive naturally and easily.
Throat Chakra
Vidshuddha
The throat chakra is the voice of your soul—the center of authentic truth, creativity, and clear communication. It’s where your unique voice lives, inviting you to express yourself with confidence and ease. When this chakra is balanced, you feel free to share your truth, speak with clarity, and let your creativity flow openly into the world.
Gateways into the Throat Chakra
Sanskirt Name: Vidshuddha = Purification
Mantra: Ham pronounced Hum
Color: Sky Blue
Element: Ether
Crystals:
Essential Oils: Rose, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang
Angels: Raphael
Dieties: Saraswati - Official Goddes of Chakradance
Principle: I endeavor to communicate truthfully.
Affirmations:
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I allow the truth to speak through me.
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I am heard.
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Creativity flows through me.
Third Eye Chakra
Ajna
The third eye chakra is the gateway to your intuition—the inner north star that guides you toward choices aligned with your highest self. It’s the center of vision, insight, and imagination, helping you connect with deeper wisdom. When this chakra is balanced, you trust your intuition, notice synchronicities unfolding, and confidently manifest your dreams.
Gateways into the Third Eye Chakra
Sanskirt Name: Ajna = Perceive and Command
Mantra: Om pronounced Aum
Color: Indigo Blue
Element: Light
Crystals:
Essential Oils: Violet, Juniper, Lavender
Angels: Sachiel
Dieties: Horus
Principle: I consider my intuition to be a source of wisdom.
Affirmations:
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The answers to all my questions lie within me.
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I trust my insight and intuition.
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I envision and create beauty and goodness.
Crown Chakra
Sahasara
The Crown chakra is your connection to the divine—the connection to your highest source, your soul, and the infinite oneness of the universe. It honors the God or higher power of your understanding, unique to you. When this chakra is balanced, you live mindfully and soulfully, experiencing harmony between your mind, body, and spirit, and a deep sense of spiritual alignment.
Gateways into the Crown Chakra
Sanskirt Name: Sahasara = Thousandfold
Mantra: Nngg pronounced like ing in Sing
Color: Violet, Gold, Pure White
Element: Higher Consciousness
Crystals: Clear Quartz, Amethyst, Diamonds
Essential Oils: Lavender, Myrrh, Hyacinth
Angels: Michael
Dieties: Shiva
Principle: I value my connection to spirit.
Affirmations:
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I am connected to and supported by everything in the universe.
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I know my purpose for being on this planet and take joy in walking my unique path.
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I walk the path of enlightenment.