Chakras 1-4

First Chakra

Sanskrit- Muladhara

English- Root place

Color- Red

Element- Earth

Sound- Lam

Stone/Crystal- Red Jasper

Location- Base of the spine

Gender association- Masculine

General associations- Survival, safety/security, rootedness, physical health, basic animal instincts, foundation of identity and being

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When Muladhara is unbalanced there are feelings of abandonment, isolation, discomfort and greed. There may be a strong conviction that material wealth is very important or low self esteem.

When Muladhara is balanced there is a sense of belonging and a good connection with other people around you. There is acceptance, trust, a feeling of being alive and at peace with oneself.

Second Chakra

Sanskrit- Svadhisthana

English- Seat of life

Color- Orange

Element- Water

Sound- Vam

Stone/Crystal- Carnelian Agate

Location- Sacrum/reproductive organs

Gender association- Feminine

General associations- Creativity, emotions, sexuality, self worth, emotional flow, urination, menstruation, tears

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When Svadhisthana is unbalanced, there is an inability to feel pleasure and an inability to change/accept change. There is a lack of boundaries, one might work too hard or overindulge in pleasure. Emotions can become hard to express and there may be feelings of low self esteem.

When Svadhistana is balanced, one is confident and able to relate to others well. There is also the ability to enjoy things without feeling guilty and to surrender to the pleasures of life.

Third Chakra

Sanskrit- Manipura

English- Lustrous gem

Color- Yellow

Element- Fire

Sound- Ram

Stone/Crystal- Yellow Jasper/Golden Citrine

Location- Naval/solar plexus

Gender association- Masculine

General associations- Will power, self esteem, intuition, inner drive, assertion of will, decision making, will to take risks

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When Manipura is unbalanced, there are feelings of low self esteem, anger/resentment and high sensitivity to criticisim. There may be feelings of perfectionism and too much emphasis on status, power and recognition. There may also be digestive problems as Manipura is located in the torso.

When Manipura is balanced, one feels energetic, able persevere and able to follow through with tasks.

Fourth Chakra

Sanskrit- Anahata

English- Un-struck

Color- Green

Element- Air

Sound- Yam

Stone/Crystal- Green Aventurine

Location- Heart

Gender association- Feminine

General associations- Love, compassion, kindness, self acceptance, forgiveness, ability to process and store emotional experiences

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When Anahata is unbalanced, there are feelings of grief, despair, loneliness, sadness, and heartache. Logic rules over emotions and one is unable to compassion or empathy for others and may become possessive and jealous. There may be cardio problems because Anahata is located in the heart.

When Anahata is balanced, one is able to give and receive love. There's a sense of wholeness and a will to give and share emotions. There is compassion and love for yourself and others around you.

Sources

http://www.llewellyn.com/encyclopedia/article/252
http://www.llewellyn.com/encyclopedia/article/253
http://www.llewellyn.com/encyclopedia/article/254
http://www.livingwordsofwisdom.com/chakra-meanings.html
http://www.lifeevents.org/chakra-meditation.htm

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