Chakra series: balance and well being in the winter
Here begins a new seasonal series on our blog, our Chakra series. Beginning with how to balance your chakras in the winter.
A topic we are passionate about here at Sacred Essence, and which we talk a lot about over on our social media (Instagram & Facebook), Chakras affect our entire wellbeing. Paying attention to moments where we feel off balance can allow us to make movements to centre ourselves. This in turn can improve immunity and protect our energy.
The winter months for so many of us mean darkness, and when coupled with the pressures of the festive season, it can mean that when Christmas comes around our energy is depleted and our immunity is at an all time low. Like nature lying dormant through the winter months, this time of year lends itself to calm, resting and hibernation something that our modern world so often ignores. Simple daily practices that pay attention to the 7 chakras can allow us to feel more imbalance and better equipped to deal with the change in daylight and colder days.
Lets look into the chakras a little further:
What are chakras?
There are seven chakras, and they relate to the way in which energy moves through the body. They are linked to our key meridians that connects to our endocrine system (the glands responsible for creating hormones). The positions of the chakra's correspond to the positions of these glands and can have an effect on their function. When the chakras are blocked we can feel the imbalance which can cause physical and mental issues.
When the chakras are open it allows us to feel harmony through the body, spirit and mind.
Unblocking them means centring and aligning the chakras so that energy can flow freely through the body.
What are the 7 chakras called?
Root Chakra
The root chakra is associated with feeling grounded. It sits at the base of the spine and is considered a foundation chakra. When its blocked it can lead to all sorts of feelings, including insecurity and lack of trust. Its the chakra that attends to our basic needs. Its also the chakra that is associated with our ability to care for ourselves and others.
Stones associate with root chakra: Hematite Black Lava Rock Bracelet Picture Jasper Obsidian Lava Stone
Sacral chakra
Situated in the lower abdomen, the Sacral Chakra governs our emotions and ability to relate to other peoples feelings. Its associated with feelings of abundance and creativity. When its blocked it can lead to anxiety and feelings of loneliness.
Stone associated with sacral chakra: Tigers Iron Carnelian
Solar plexus chakra
The stomach houses your solar plexus chakra and brings feelings of self-confidence, self-worth and self-esteem. If this chakra is blocked you may have feelings of self-doubt and moments of insecurity.
Stone associated with solar plexus chakra: Citrine Pyrite Yellow Jasper
Heart chakra
Love, joy and inner peace are the feelings that come from a balanced heart chakra. It is the bridge between the lower and upper chakras, sitting just above the heart. It is associated with our ability to feel and give love. Not just to others but to ourselves as well.
Stone associated with heart chakra: Rose Quartz Green Aventurine
Throat chakra
Bringing self-expression, truth, and communication the throat chakra allows us to express ourselves truly and clearly. A blockage in this chakra can impede our ability to express how we truly feel.
Stone associated with throat chakra: Angelite
Third eye chakra
Situated between the eyes, the third eye chakra is associated with intuition and wisdom. Open third eye chakras can allow us to see the bigger picture and think imaginatively.
Stone associated with third eye chakra: Amethyst
Crown chakra
The highest chakra, situated right on the top of the head, brings spiritual connection. It allows us to see inner and outer beauty of ourselves and others. Blocked energy in this chakra can lead to disconnection.
Stone associated with crown chakra: Clear Quartz
How we can help to balance the chakras in winter
The winter, for many people, can bring feelings of low energy and depletion. But winter can be a time of abundance if you make sure to nurture and nourish your body. Balance your chakras with meditation, take part in gentle breathwork and get outside as much as possible. Finding the light is important and we can do this by lighting candles and space clearing with incense.
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Why the root chakra is especially important in winter
The root chakra is associated with our energy centre, its home to our survival instinct. It’s here where imbalance in the chakra can manifest itself as depletion. This chakra is particularly affected by nature and spending time outside. Remember that the foundation and core of our being connects us to the earth. It also represents our basic needs such as food, warmth, and shelter. Nurturing your root chakra with plenty of rest, sleep and good food through the winter months can help to keep your immune system in order.
As a foundation chakra it is also the ideal place to start when practicing movement with an aim of opening and releasing energy throughout all 7 chakras. You can do this by practicing gentle yoga exercises, walking barefoot in nature and practicing affirmations.
Bringing balance to your chakras get help to keep you well through the winter months. As always, we are here if you need to chat more about anything we have discussed in this blog. We are a small team that put our mind, body and soul into our business. Aiming to bring you the best products at the best prices. We also really love to chat! Feel free to drop us an email at info@sacredessence.co.uk CONTACT US if you want to ask about any of our products and how these can help to heal your chakras.
