Introduction to CHAKRAS
The ROOT CHAKRA is your power base located at the bottom of your spine.
Survival/To Have
It is our link to the earth!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Muladhara = the thumb & index fingers touch, your arms straight, hands on knees.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I am safe, I am centered, I belong, I am grounded.
I am strong, grounded, & protected at all times.
I am connected to the present moment.
The SACRAL CHAKRA is connected to your emotions, creativity, sexuality & self-expression. Find it 2” below your belly button.
Creativity/To Feel
It is our movement & flow of life!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Swadhisthana = place hands in lap, with palms facing upwards, right palm on top of left.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I am comfortable in my body, I express my creativity freely, I deserve & attract healthy relationships.
I allow my emotions to flow through me in a healthy way.
My body is scared & I am living with creativity & passion.
The SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA allows your personal power & confidence to shine through. It is 2” above your belly button.
Will Power/To Act
It is our inner sun/fire, where our power comes from & allow us to be our most authentic selves!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Manipura = place hands between heart & stomach in prayer position pointing outwards, left thumb over right
AFFIRMATIONS:
I am confident, I am powerful, I am kind, I make my own choices.
I am confident & respect myself at all times.
I am courageous, whole, & capable.
The HEART CHAKRA is in the center of your chest. It holds your connection to love & relationships.
Love/To Love
It governs love, emotional development, self-love, acceptance, balance, peace, connection, & compassion!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Anahata = the thumb & index fingers touch, the right hand on the heart center, the left hand on the knee.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I love myself unconditionally, I love myself & allow others to love me, I feel connected to others.
I give & receive love effortlessly.
I have the courage to listen to & honor my heart.
The THROAT CHAKRA is in the center of your throat. It impacts your communication & personal truth.
Expression/To Speak
It governs communication & speaking your truth!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Vishuddha = place hands by the stomach, fingers interlaced, thumbs touching.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I have the courage to speak my truth, I express myself freely, I am honest in my communications.
My voice matters & I speak with truth.
I can easily express myself & I live authentically.
The THIRD EYE CHAKRA is in touch with your intuition & psychic sense. It can be found in between your eyebrows.
Intuition/Wisdom/To Perceive
It rules intuition & the unconscious & transcends time allowing us to see our inner & outer world!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Ajna = place hands in front of the lower part of the breast, middle fingers up tips touching, the other fingers are bent at the first joint.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I allow myself to truly see my inner & outer world, I trust myself, I am connected to the Universe.
I trust my wisdom & intuition.
I see & think clearly.
The CROWN CHAKRA connects you & your soul to the divine Universe. It hovers 2” above your head.
Spiritual Connection/To Know
It is our connection to God, the source, the divine, a higher being, the Universe, & is all about faith & spirituality! It’s the doorway to pure consciousness & the higher self!
Mudra (symbolic hands) Sahasrara = place hands in front of the stomach, fingers interlaced, little fingers pointed up.
AFFIRMATIONS:
I allow myself to operate through my higher self, I let go of my ego, I trust the guidance from the divine energy, I am at peace.
I seek experiences that nourish my spirit.
I trust the guidance of something bigger than myself.
