Chakra Week has been very interesting thus far. I told my mom about this Experiment, and her reaction was pretty much a cynical "Oh yeah". But I think the concept is cool and I am very interested to learn more.
Since there are 7 chakras, I am spending each day this week exploring a different one (you'll remember from my last blog post that chakras are energy sources contained in the body).
On Sunday my task was to explore my Root (or Base) Chakra. The colour associated with this chakra is red and it is located at the base of your spine. If you feel fatigue or depression, chances are your root chakra is out of balance. Luckily there are some stimulants that can help to charge up this chakra and exercise is strongly advocated. Other stimulants include eating red foods and drinks, using aromatherapy oils, and listening to music that incorporates heavy drum beats. Cool. I drank some red pomegranate juice, lit a red candle, and tried to get in a bit of physical activity. I have to say, I felt better. This seems to be a very important chakra, as it is described as "your main power station and it is connected to your physical vitality and endurance, mental perseverance and it is the centre that gives you your life's passion" (http://www.chakraenergy.com/). Sounds pretty key to me!
Monday was spent focusing on my Spleen Chakra. It is associated with the colour orange and is located about four inches below your belly button. This chakra connects you with your feelings and is linked to your enthusiasm, happiness and joy. It also helps you to live in the "now". If you feel disconnected or are often sick, yup, you guessed it - your spleen chakra is out of whack. Also, if you have, um, sexual issues, it's best to take a look at this one.
Stimulants include hot baths, massage, embracing sensation (trying different foods), and listening to music that 'flows'. I put on some Enya and tried to get in touch with my feelings. I discovered that Enya is good for that kind of thing.
Today I concentrated on my Solar Plexus Chakra. It's yellow and located above your belly button. This chakra is all about your mental awareness and is the centre that governs your ability to learn. It also governs your ego and emits optimism and confidence. If you lack confidence or focus, time to take a look at this one. Stimulants include reading, sunshine, and detoxification programs. I spent a short time reading today, and I tried to make a yellow smoothie, although - even though it had pineapple in it - turned out more orange than yellow.
I feel a bit like I am Speed Chakra-ing and one day doesn't seem like near enough time to dedicate to each chakra. Each one is so intriguing, and I feel like I am only scratching the surface. But this week will give me a good overall understanding of each one, and then I can go back and spend more time on exploring the 7 chakras further.
If you're interested in celebrating the chakras, there are lots of great chakra meditations on YouTube, as well as funky chakra music. Check it out!
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