The Chakras: Seven Sacred Centers

A chakra (Sanskrit for "wheel") is a center of energy in the subtle body or "astral body", which is connected to both the physical and emotional bodies. There are seven main chakras and each has its own individual color, mantra (sacred sound), and associated qualities. The chakras are each associated with an area of the body and a set of health concerns and emotional issues.

*Chakra*	*Sound & Element*	*Physical*	*Mental/Emotional*
Sahasrara Crown Enlightenment	Silent Inner Light	Muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems, genetic disorders; brain; paralysis	Inspiration, trust, faith; selflessness; humanitarianism; fulfillment; free will; values; ethics; decision making
Ajna Head/Third-Eye Intuition	OM Inner Sound	Neurological disorders; brain; seizures; vision; headaches; hearing; learning disabilities	Confusion; paranoia; closed-mindedness; anxiety; intuition; wisdom; imagination; visualization
Vishuddi Throat Expression	HAM Ether	Mouth; throat; speech	Expression; inspiration; creativity; communication; speaking up for oneself;
Anahata Heart Love	YAM Air	Heart; lungs and breathing; breast cancer	Love and relationships; anger; criticism; forgiveness; self-centeredness; compassion; empathy; nurturance
Manipura Solar-Plexus Autonomy	RAM Fire	Intestinal and digestive systems; ulcers; eating disorders; liver; pancreas; kidneys	Trust issues; self-confidence; self-respect; self-control; willpower; independence; fear of responsibility; authority issues
Svadisthana Spleen Intimacy	VAM Water	Prostate and bladder; skin disorders; allergies; sexual and reproductive problems;	Money; guilt; control; abandonment; sex; sexual or emotional abuse; relating to people; intimacy; sharing
Maladhara Root/Base Survival	LAM Earth	Sciatica; varicose veins; lower back pain; rectal problems; hemorrhoids	Physical necessities (food, shelter, etc); living situations; commitment; loyalty; career; growth; family; childhood neglect and abuse