02/27/2019
I have gotten several questions about chakra balancing, so I would like to share some information with you all about what it is and why it is a necessary part of your mind, body, and spiritual maintenance.
If you feel like you never have enough energy, making an effort to tone out distractions and tune into your body may be the first step to feeling better.
Balancing your chakras is an excellent way to find balance within your body and mind.
This ancient practice is now getting support from modern science, with evidence showing that energy healing may help fight cancer.
Here is a quick intro to chakras, a number of benefits of a chakra-related practice, plus how to fit it into daily life.
What are chakras?
The chakra system is an ancient way of viewing the body. It is divided into seven zones, with each area having energy that must flow freely. When the chakras are balanced, the whole body works in harmony and we feel elevated, energized and whole.
If the concept of “energy” feels too new-agey for you, just think of the seven points along the body as different organ systems. All of your organs must be in good working order for the body and mind to be healthy.
The benefits of chakra balancing are closely tied with the philosophy of yoga. If you have taken a yoga class or practiced on your own, you will know the feeling of full-body integration that comes after completing a session. Yoga experts will explain that this is due to the movement of life energy, also called prana or chi, that comes from practicing yoga.
Similarly to balancing the wheels of your car, balancing your chakras helps to improve and maintain optimum performance. Sticking with the car analogy for a moment: when the wheels are not balances, they become wobbly and add undue stress, wear and tear to your tires and your vehicle. Performance decreases, as does the life of the tire. When your chakras are out of balance, they become too open or too closed. They do not effectively manage energy transmission and reception in your body. These imbalances create more stress and impact how you interact with the world around you.
Here a just a few of the many benefits of Chakra Balancing:
1. Feel more grounded and safe in the world
2. Healthy boundaries
3. Improved self-confidence and self-esteem
4. Able to give and receive love with ease
5. Clearer communication
6. Mental focus
7. Greater sense of connection
How Frequently Do You Need to Balance Your Chakras?
Chakras are rich and complex energy centers that oversee all aspects of your life. From your physical body to self esteem, creativity and your relationships with the world. They are not just energy transmitters and receivers, but they also digest and process your life experiences. Your Chakras carry past traumatic experiences and unresolved pain. Imbalances are the result of these experiences and can become chronic conditions, therefor the healing process will take time. It is also important to understand the you are constantly moving through the world, and your body and energy is impacted by your life experiences every day.
Keep in mind, Chakra balancing is not a “once and done” activity. Just like bathing regularly, Chakra balancing is a necessary part of your regular self-care routine.
