Basic chakra understanding

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each chakra is associated with particular organs,
glands and nerve plexuses.

each chakra is also associated with certain states of conciousness.

the 7 chakras function in union, as do the the organs, glands, nerves and other systems of our bodies.

just like in your physical body; the chakras may be weak, strong, balanced or imbalanced.

just as a massage can soothe an aching muscle, or a right nutrient can stimulate a gland,
so also can a chakra be stimulated.

why bother? bringing chakras in balance?
because they are a part of our energy system.

when the human energy system is working in balance, then the body & mind are in balance
also.

the function of the chakras affects every aspect of who we are and how we experience life.

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the human body has a spinal system.. the main spinal cord running straight up the middle thru the spine.. and intertwined with it are two ganglionic nerve chains.

this was represented also in the physicians staff..
the main stem (the staff ), with two snakes intertwining upwards (the nerve chains)
and a pair of wings on top representing the 3rd eye; the eye of wisdom.
(all starting at the bottom, ascending to the top to be released upward as the tips of the wings point up into the higher conciousness..

so also is our spiritual energy system connected in the same ways as the physical bodys' electrical nerve system.

the main energy line (likened to the main spinal cord .. runs up the middle
and is called the sushumna

it is along the sushumna that the chakras lie.

intertwining the sushumna are the ida (running up the left central side)
and the pingala (running up the right)
these are like the ganglionic nerve chains. they crisscross at each chakra.

the ida is connected at the end of it to the left nostril and is lunar in nature.
the pingala is connected to the right nostril and is solar in nature.

all these channels in unison with each other convey energy to each chakra.. just as much as the ganglionic and main spinal cord deliver electrical energy to the physical body.

the sushumna is the core channel of all energetic flow within the human body.

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THE SEVEN CHAKRAS

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first chakra:

located at base of spine. between anus and genitals.

energy here is dense , vital and powerful.

this chakra is associated with the basic aspects of human survival.

survival is a drive in our genetic makeup,
the root of conciousness.

the first chakra at the root of the spine is the root of all conciousness.

primary functions.:

survival, power, promotion of life energy , and elimanation.
ass. organs= large intestine/rectum.
ass. glands= adrenals
major never centers related= coccygeal & sacral plexuses.
sanskit name = muladhara.

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2nd chakra :

located at point of spine close to reproductive organs,
associated with creativity.
The most fundamental act of human creativity is procreation.

the 2nd chakra is the center of sexual energy , procreation & regeneration.

sexual energy underlies every act of individual expression.
it is a creative force.
sexual energy informs art, music, fashion, etc.
it is an all prevading force.

the second chakra is a highly active center.
it premeates every thing we do.
it is fundamental to basic creativity and higher ecstacy.

primary function:= creativity, procreation, sexual function, promotion of vitality.
ass organs= large intestine, bladder, kidneys & reproductive oorgans.
ass glands= reproductive glands.
major related nerve center= prostatic plexus (male), utero-vaginal (female)
sanskit name = svadhisthana
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third chakra;

located at the solar plexus.
it is the center of individual self.

the third chakra is the vortex for the individuation of conciousness:
ie; the sense of oneself as a unique being.
it is the center of personal power & the origin of will.

it generates the drive toward self-assertion, personal determination, & individual stength.. preparing us to meet the challenges of living.
this center can be enormously powerful & is associated with personal charisma.

primary function = will, personal power, digestion, and assimilation of nutrients.
ass organs= liver, spleen, stomach, and small intestines.
ass gland= pancreas
major related nerve center= solar plexus.
sanskrit name= manipura

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fourth chakra;

lies at the point of spine across from the sternum.
at the center of the chest.

is considered to be the focal point of love and compassion in the human energy system.

at the 4th chakra, the human conciousness moves beyond self centeredness into an expanded awareness of connection with the rest of the world.

exactly in the center of the other 6 chakras, it is the point of concious departure fron lower to higher awareness.

to gain access to the higher functions of creativity & awareness, one must *conciously* pass thru the 4th chakra,

primary function= love, compassion, immunity, heart, lung,& bronchial functions.
ass organs heart and lungs
ass gland= thymus
major related nerve center= cardiac plexus
sanskrit name= anahata
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fifth chakra;

located at the spine, directly behind the center of the throat.
thru this chakra flows the energy for higher levels of communication, creativity and personal expression.

when this chakra is well developed, one can speak with tremendous force and persuasiveness.
all creative activity involves a process by which we express something deep within.
when the 5th chakra is strong, such expression can be dramatic, powerful & deeply moving.
this chakra is so potent it can be spellbinding.

primary function= higher creativity, & communication.
ass organs= vocal cords.
ass glands= thyroid
major related nerve center=pharyngeal plexus
sanskrit name= visuddha
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sixth chakra;

resides directly behind the root of the nose between the eyebrows
& inward towards center of head.

also known as 3rd eye, or wisdom eye., it is the location of higher intelligence, & superabnormal vision.

the 3rd eye (6th chakra ) is the center of insight. an inner vision directed by wisdom, and a deep understanding of the forces at play in any situation.
when the 3rd eye is open, one can clearly see the past, present and future.

individuals with this extraordinary vision are the few true clairvoiyants.

the higher intellligence associated with the 6th chakra, is expansive and sensitive.
an open 3rd eye enables one to easily achieve desired outcomes that are positive & generative.
primary function= higher intelligence, clairvoyance, insight, refined hearing.
ass organ=brain
ass glands=pituitary
major related nerve canter= cavernous plexus
sanskrit name= ajina
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seventh chakra:

located at crown of head, it is the center of cosmic conciousness,
the state of absolute awareness & integration with the primary creative force of the universe.

it is the unconditional state of total fulfillment, the embodiment of toal freedom, wisdom, energy, insight and joy.

upon awakening the 7th chakra, one finds that cosmic awareness is the natural human condition.
the truth is, genuine illumination is outside the scope of intellectual thought, & can only be known through direct experience.

primary function= cosmic conciousness
ass organs=brain
ass gland= pineal
major related nerve center= cavernous plexus
sanskrit name= sahasrara
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