What is a Chakra?
Instead of trying to give one prespective, we have decided to expose what several different thinkers believe a Chakra to be.Google is your friend, and a search for “define:Chakra” reveals several definitions on the web:Sanskrit term denoting one of seven major energy centers situated along the spine, plus scores of minor centers throughout the body. These correspond roughly to the nerve junctions (‘little brains’) where nerves from every part of the body join the spinal cord. Many Indian and Chinese modalities, especially acupuncture, focus on re-establishing the free flow of energy throughout the chakras. www.artofwellbeing.com/glossary.htmlSometimes spelled cakra, chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning “wheel”, and refers to (1) a circle or group of spiritual seekers, and (2) to the centers or points (usually considered to be seven in number) of spiritual power that reside in or compose the human astral body.
Chakras are seven main energy centers in the body. They are located along the spine, starting at the base and running upwards to the crown of the head. Chakra is the Sanskrit word for wheel. You can think of chakras as spinning vortexes each radiating a particular energy and color. As each chakra relates to specific spiritual, emotional, psychological and body issues, conscious awareness and balancing of these energy centers leads to well-being.
Hindu Ayuvedic and many Healing Touch and other Natural Healers believe the body has several “energy vortex points” in the body. This energy is sometimes called Prana or Ch’i and refers to the life energy that runs through us all. Sometimes Chakra energy is over-active and needs to be subdued. Other times a Chakra may close itself off from painful experiences and need opening. Some gems, stones and crystals are thought to help clear the energy and keep it moving in a healthy way through the body.
