In Meditation I mentioned about The Chakras.  Before Meditation and I must stress that only people who are either Mediums or supervised by a Medium, should open their chakras to allow themselves to be intuned with their Spirit Guides.  Mediums open their chakras before giving a Church Service or a Private Reading.  Once you have finished whatever you are doing you then close down your chakras so the Spirit World are not in touch.  Keeping yourself open can attract the wrong Spirits that is why you must know how to use your chakras.  I myself think of myself like a bud opening up and as it goes round each colour of the chakra the bud is opening up till it is fully open by the seventh chakra.  And when closing I reverse so as I go through the colours I am closing back into the bud again.

The information below is a study guide for anyone currently belonging to a development class or circle, or who has a particular interest in this subject.  I would like to thank Lissa Young from the Church who kindly gave me permission to use this booklet written by her, to be included in my website to share with you.  Lissa also wrote on the Auras which is in my last section.  Many thanks Lissa.

THE CHAKRAS BY LISSA YOUNG.

The word "chakra" is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "wheel".  If we were able to see the chakras we would observe a wheel of energy continuously revolving or rotating.  Clairvoyants perceive chakras as colourful wheels or flowers with a hub in the centre.
There are seven main chakras which begin at the base of the spine and finish over the top of the head.
Though fixed in the central spinal column they are located on both the front and back of the body, and work through it.
Each chakra vibrates and rotates at different speeds.
The root or 1st chakra rotates at the slowest speed, the crown or 7th chakra at the highest.  Each chakra is stimulated by its own complimentary colour, and a range of gemstones for specific uses.
The chakra colours are of the rainbow;  red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet.
The size and brightness of the wheels vary with the individual development, physical condition, energy levels, disease or stress.
If the chakras are not balanced, or if the energies are blocked, the basic life force will be slowed down.  The individual may feel listless, tired, out of sorts, or depressed.
Not only will physical bodily functions be affected so diseases may manifest, but the thought processes and the mind may also be affected.  A negative attitude, fear, doubt, etc. may preoccupy the individual.
A constant balance between the chakras promotes health and a sense of well being.
Most of us react to unpleasant experiences by blocking our feeling and stopping a great deal of our natural energy flow.
This affects the maturation and development of the chakras.  Whenever a person blocks whatever experience he is having, he in turn blocks his chakras, which eventually become disfigured.
When the chakras are functioning normally, each will be "open", spinning clock-wise to metabolise the particular energies needed from the universal energy field.

CHAKRA ONE
COMMON NAME:  ROOT/BASE
SANSKRIT:  Muladhara (Root Support)

The first and lowest of the chakras or centres, called Muladhara in Sanskrit is situated at the base of the spinal column, about midway between the anal orifice and the genital organs.  Four red petals (nadias) emanate from it.  In the centre is a yellow square, which is the earth element.  Within the square appears an inverted triangle that encloses the kundalini energy.  Kundalini energy has been described as "luminous as lightning, shining in the hollow of this lotus like a chain of brilliant lights."
This centre holds the basic needs for survival, security and safety.
The root chakra is powerfully related to our contact with Mother Earth, providing us with the ability to be grounded into the earth plane.  This is also the centre of manifestation.
When you are trying to make things happen in the material world, business or material possessions, the energy to succeed will come from this chakra.
If this chakra is blocked an individual may feel fearful, anxious, insecure and frustrated.

• Physical problems associated: obesity, anorexia, and knee troubles.
• Body parts connected with this chakra are: hips, legs, lower back and sexual organs.
• COLOUR:   red - a hot colour that represents our life energy, our physical strength and vitality, used to increase vitality and to send warmth.
• GEMSTONES:   Garnet, Smokey Quartz, Obsidian and Black Tourmaline.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:    Basil, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, marjoram, pepper, pine, sandalwood and tarragon.

CHAKRA TWO
COMMON NAME:  SPLEEN
SANSKRIT:  Svadhisthana (Sweetness, Her Special Abode)

The second centre often referred to as the belly or ( sacral), is situated two inches below the navel.  It has six vermilion nadias emanating from it.  In the centre lies a white crescent moon, mystically related to the element of water.  It is through this chakra that the Shiva, or "sun energy," flows.  White light is divided into six colours of the visible spectrum.
This chakra holds the basic needs for sexuality, creativity, intuition and self- worth.
This chakra is also about friendliness, creativity and emotions.
It governs peoples sense of self-worth, their confidence in their own creativity, and their ability to relate to others in a open and friendly way.  It's influenced by how emotions were expressed or repressed in the family during childhood. 
Proper balance of this chakra means the ability to flow with emotions freely and to feel and reach out to others sexually or not.  If this chakra is blocked a person may feel emotionally explosive, manipulative, obsessed with thoughts of sex or may lack energy.

• Physical problems associated:   kidney weakness, stiff lower back, constipation and muscle spasms.
• Body parts connected to this chakra include:   sexual organs (women), kidneys, bladder and large intestine.
• COLOUR:    orange - a warm colour that energizes, invigorates and nourishes, can bring self-confidence.
• GEMSTONES:   Carnelian Agate, Orange Calcite and Tigers Eye. 
• ESSENTIAL OILS:    clary sage, clove, coriander, dill, fennel, ginger, jasmine, lavender, lotus, rose, sage and sandalwood.

CHAKRA THREE
COMMON NAME:  SOLAR PLEXUS
SANSKRIT:  Manipura ( Lustrous Gem, City of the Shining Jewel )

The third centre is referred to as the Solar Plexus.  It is located two inches below the breast bone in the centre behind the stomach.  It can appear to clairvoyant vision as "the colour of heavy-laden rain clouds."  Ten nadis emanate from this centre, which is related to fire.
The third chakra is the centre of personal power, the place of ego, of passions, impulses, anger and strength.
It is also the centre for astral travel and astrual influences, receptivity of spirit guides and for psychic development.
When the third chakra is out of balance you may lack confidence, be confused, worry about what others think, feel that others are controlling your life, and may be depressed.
When balanced you may feel cheerful, outgoing, have self-respect, expressive, enjoy taking on new challenges, and have a strong sense of personal power.

• Physical problems associated:    digestive difficulties, liver problems, diabetes, nervous exhaustion and food allergies.
• Body parts connected to this chakra include:   stomach, liver, gall bladder, pancreas and small intestine.
• COLOUR:    yellow - a warm colour that can stimulate the nervous system and effects the mind and emotions, can help with mood elevation and alleviates exhaustion and burnout.
• GEMSTONES:    Citrine, Topaz and Yellow Calcite.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:     angelica, chamomile, fennel, frankincense, geranium, juniper, lemon myrrh, rose, rosemary and sandalwood

CHAKRA FOUR
COMMON NAME:   HEART
SANSKRIT:   Anahata ( Pure Sound of Creation)

The fourth centre, which embodies the element air is known as the heart chakra, which is located behind the breast bone in front and on the spine between the shoulder blades in the back.  It has twelve mystic ducts emanating from it.  In the middle of this chakra are two intersecting triangles.  Within these triangles is the core of our individual being, the very spirit of the divine, which glows "like the steady tapering flame of a lamp."
This is the centre for love, compassion and spirituality.
This centre directs one's ability to love themselves and others, to give and to receive love.
This is also the chakra connecting body and mind with spirit.
Almost everyone today has a hard, hurt or broken heart, and it is no accident that heart disease is the number one killer today.  Deep heart hurts can result in aura obstruction called heart scars.
When these scars are released, they raise a lot of old pain, but free the heart for healing and new growth.
When this chakra is out of balance you may feel sorry for yourself, paranoid, indecisive, afraid of letting go, afraid of getting hurt or unworthy of love.
When this chakra is balanced you may feel compassionate, friendly, empathetic, desire to nurture others and see the good in everyone.

• Physical problems associated:    heart attack, high blood pressure, insomnia and difficult in breathing.
• Body parts connected to this chakra include:    heart, lungs, circulatory system, shoulders and upper back.
• COLOURS:     ( pink ), green - a cool colour and a great balancer, can help soothe and bring harmony.
• GEMSTONES:     Rose Quartz, Kunzite and Watermelon Tourmaline.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:    birgamot, birch, lavendar, myrrh, rose, sage, sandalwood and thyme.

CHAKRA FIVE
COMMON NAME:   THROAT
SANSKRIT:   Vissudha  ( Purified )

The fifth centre is located in the V of the collarbone at the neck.  It has sixteen subtle "spokes" of smokey purple, which spread through the laryngeal and pharyngeal regions at the junction of the spinal column and the medulla oblongata.  Known as "the doorway to the plane of eternal wisdom," it is described as "the region of either, circular and white like a full moon."
This is the centre of communication, sound, and expression of creativity via thought, speech and writing.  It controls the consciousness of psychic hearing and abilities.  This chakra is the relay for telepathic messages as well as the abilities of channeling and transmediumship.  It opens channels of communication with ourselves, others and our Creator.
The possibility for change, transformation and healing are located here.
Many illnesses begin in this area due to " choking" back our words.  When this chakra is out of balance you may want to hold back, feel timid, be quiet, feel weak, or can't express your thoughts.
When this chakra is balanced you may feel balanced, centered, musically or artistically inspired, and may be a good speaker.

• Physical problems associated:    hyperthyroid, skin irritations, ear infections, sore throat, inflammations, and back pain.
• Body parts connected to this chakra include:    throat, neck, teeth, ears, and thyroid gland.
• COLOUR:     light blue - a cool colour that brings lightness, peace and calm and helps with sleep.
• GEMSTONES:     Aquamarine, Azurite, and Blue Lace Agate.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:     clove, eucalyptus, jasmine, juniper, mints, myrrh, nutmeg, sage and sandalwood.

CHAKRA SIX
COMMON NAMES:   THE BROW/THIRD EYE
SANSKRIT:    Ajna  (To Perceive,  The Qualified Absolute)

The sixth chakra is located above the physical eyes on the centre of the forehead.  It is known as the centre of command.  It is " beautifully white like the winter moon", and has two subtle channels or "spokes" emanating from it.
This is the centre for psychic ability, higher intuition, the energies of spirit and light.  It also assists in the purification of negative tendencies and in the elimination of selfish attitudes.  Through the power of the sixth chakra, you can receive guidance, channel and tune into your Higher Self.
When this chakra is not balanced you may feel non-assertive, afraid of success, or go the opposite way and be egotistical.  You may also have difficulty with imaging and will be missing the energy flow as well as missing the aspects of the spiritual soul.  You may be more inclined to be logical and more rational in use of these concepts.
When this chakra is balanced and open you are your own master with no fear of death, and are not attached to material things, may experience telepathy, astral travel, and past lives.

• Physical problems associated:    headaches, blurred vision, blindness and eyestrain.
• Body parts connected to this chakra include:     eyes, face, brain, lymphatic and endocrine system.
• COLOUR:       indigo - helps build a positive outlook and bring inner strength.
• GEMSTONES:     AMETHYST, SODALITE, and LAPIS LAZULI.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:     cedarwood, cinnamon, clove, cypress, frankincense, mints, pine, nutmeg, sandalwood and spikenard.

CHAKRA SEVEN
COMMON NAME:   THE CROWN
SANSKRIT:    Sahasrara  ( Thousandfold, Thousand Petaled )

The seventh chakra is located just behind the top of the skull.  Above the ajna lies the "thousand petalled lotus" where the three principal arteries of the subtle body come together.  Here is where the final expression of kundalini awakening achieves the goal of the union of opposite polarities, the wedding or Shiva and Shakti;  male and female;  electric and magnetic;  solar and lunar.
It is the centre of spirituality, enlightenment, dynamic thought and energy.
It allows for the inward flow of wisdom, and brings the gift of cosmic consciousness.
This is also the centre of connectedness with God, the place where life animates the physical body.
The silver cord that connects the aura bodies extends from the crown.
The soul comes into the body through the crown at birth and leaves from the crown at death.
When this chakra is unbalanced there may be a constant sense of frustration, no spark of joy, and destructive feelings.
Balanced energy in this chakra may include the ability to open up to the Divine and total access to the unconscious and subconscious.

• Physical problems associated:     migraine headaches and depression.
• COLOURS:     violet, white, gold - colours of inner power, can bring higher understanding and calm.
• GEMSTONES:      Clear Quartz Crystal, Oregon Opal and Amethyst.
• ESSENTIAL OILS:       helichrysum, lemon, lotus, orange, rose, sandalwood and yarrow.

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