Perhaps you're already an expert in body energies such as chakras or maybe you've always wondered what chakra meant? Chakras were discovered independently from Chinese meridians and Mayan winds. Or were they? Each culture has different systems of beliefs, yet when body energy lines are considered, they are strikingly similar. Now, even skeptics rooted in Western science are catching up to these ideas, albeit slowly, though the philosophy and methods of proof, as they always have, differ.

The concept of an energy exchange between individuals has to a certain extent, become a global belief. This idea in many of the healing arts of both Eastern and Western medicine, is referred to as 'Energy Medicine' which utilizes the human energy field (HEF). There are many research papers discussing the subject of Energy Medicine and fields in depth: a list of 46 papers is listed in the reference section below.

Even though scientific tools used to study these subtle energy fields are still in their formative stages, Buddhists, Hindus, healers, and others over the centuries have developed the ability to see these energies. Although difficult to describe in words the energy fields are variously described as crystal light color arrays, blooming lotus flowers, auras, and combinatons thereof.

Eastern medicine and philosophy have demonstrated for thousands of years that when the body's vortices of energy are in perfect balance, our vital force is stronger resulting in superior emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Color, scent, and sound play a critical role in these healing arts. Fragrances such as those used in aroma therapy, as well as light and sound frequencies have the amazing power to repair and balance our energy system.

Perhaps you've read our page about color and perhaps not. This page is best read after the color page which is here.

This page is a topical discussion of some of the basic and simplified principals behind the term chakra, energy lines, as well as a few related subjects. We are hoping that this tidbit of information stimulates your interest towards a deeper view offered through the many great books on these subjects.

Unfortunately, as it is with other new perspectives, sometimes it takes a serious event or illness to provide the impetuous and willingness to learn others ways to improve our lives. These teachings can also be utilized to enhance spiritual understanding or simply mental abilities. That said, even if wellness is not your primary interest perhaps the spiritual or cerebral aspects are.

Researchers are busy working to provide evidence and a scientific basis for energy techniques. James Oschman wrote that sensitive instruments can detect the body’s minute energy field. He said that "Concepts of ‘healing energy’ have gradually swung from suspicion and ridicule to respectability."; (August 1998 Healing Touch Newsletter). Dr. Oschman has written an excellent book on the subject which is listed in the reference section at the bottom of this page.

Most people have had a cardiogram, an ECG, which measures the heart's electromagnetic field. The heart generates the strongest electromagnetic field produced by the body. Did you know that this field is actually measurable a number of feet away from the body with SQUID-based magnetometers and sensitive electrostatic detectors?

What is a SQUID? A SQUID (super conducting quantum interference device) is a sensitive magnetometer which is an instrument for measuring the direction and/or intensity of magnetic fields.

Did you also know that every cell has an electromagnetic field that can alter its behavior when manipulated? Recall in the page about color, how colored light is being used to treat behavior, cancer and more. Sound is also used in the same way.


Chakras: To begin to understand the map of consciousness that the human body represents, one place to start is ancient Hindus in India. Hindu philosophers have been studying consciousness for thousands of years. 'Hin' means to remove and 'du' means darkness, therefore one who makes the effort to remove the darkness of spiritual ignorance, is a seeker or a 'Hindu'. Sanskrit is an official language in India, but it is currently used only for religious purposes. This is the ancient language of Indian Vedas, sacred Hindu texts, as well as some of the early Buddhist texts.

Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning vortex, or wheel.

What are chakras? Our consciousness, our energy system, is composed of seven energy centers. Chakras are these seven primary points that channel energy up a central channel located at the spine. This life force, like Qi (Che), is channeled through three main central meridian lines of the body as subtle energies which are called prana. Qi and prana are one in the same. Each of the primary seven chakras is associated with one of the seven endocrine glands, and also with a group of nerves called a plexus.

Chakra colors denote the seven chakra points. For example, violet, silver and white are life force or energy colors that traditionally relate to the 7th or crown chakra. As you enhance your understanding of energy points, lines and more you will discover how color, music and love are intrinsically interwoven into our very beings.

The mind-body connection: Physical associations with each chakra are linked to emotional associations. The chakras provide a map of consciousness which can be used to understand symptoms that are associated with each chakra. You will see in this brief discussion that the physical cannot be separated from the emotional aspects of the self and that all diseases and imbalanced mental states are a result of a deficiency in this relationship.

The body is a map of the consciousness within. Tensions in the body represent tensions in a person's consciousness concerning what is happening in the person's life at the time that the symptom developed. Therefore tension in a particular part of the consciousness and the chakra associated with that part of the consciousness, is detected by the nerves of the plexus associated with that chakra, and is communicated to the parts of the body controlled by that plexus. If this tension occurs continuously eventually symptoms develop on a physical level.

The chakra emotional connections bring to mind reports from people who have had transplant surgeries and unexplained memories as well as uncharacteristic desires. The more you understand about these ancient beliefs the more interesting they become as they connect dots of our current knowledge together.

The seven primary chakras: The system begins at the root chakra or Muladhara which is located at the base of the spine in the abdominal region and is followed by the sacral chakra or Svashisthana. The solar plexus chakra or Manipura, is third. The heart chakra or Anahata is the next which is followed by the throat chakra or Vishuddha. The brow center or third eye is known as Ajna. Finally, the crown chakra or Sahasrara, which means thousand fold or infinite, is located at the top of the head.

Each chakra or spinning wheel produces astral colors that can only be perceived by an advanced yogic and the healer.

Each chakra is like a solid ball of energy interpenetrating the physical body. Each of these points of energy corresponds with the location of the endocrine glands from which hormones and neurotransmitters like endorphins are released into the body. There are at least twenty types of endorphins that have been found in humans. They are located in the pituitary gland, in other parts of the brain, and are also distributed throughout the nervous system. There are three major types of endorphins: beta endorphins, found primarily in the pituitary gland; and enkephalins and dynorphin which are distributed throughout the nervous system. The pituitary gland is directed by the hypothalamus which is the body's biological clock. The hypothalamus controls most of the functions of the pituitary gland, and controls the autonomic nervous system.

Endorphins are extremely important since they decrease feelings of pain, modulate appetite, release sex hormones, and enhance the immune response. With high endorphin levels, we feel fewer negative effects of stress. Acupuncture and massage therapy stimulate endorphin secretion. Sexual activity also triggers endorphin release. Meditation and also our favorite chocolate can also increase the amount of endorphins released in your body.

Most chakra diagrams depict only the predominant color for a chakra. Each chakra is described as a many petalled lotus, with some having more petals than others. The crown chakra, for example, may have a thousand petals, while the root chakra only has six petals.

Each of the chakras is energy vibrating at a certain frequency, in a logical and orderly sequence of seven vibrations. The colors of the spectrum also represent a series of seven vibrations in a logical and orderly sequence, as do the notes of the musical scale.

Music played in a certain key vibrates a particular chakra. We feel a particular way when we hear that note. Up the scale for C (do) to B (ti), (remember solfege?; the method of assigning syllables to names of the musical scale: Do, Re, Mé, Fa, Sol, La, Ti). From the 1st to 7th chakra, the elements become more and more subtle, moving through the five physical elements of earth, water, fire, air, and ether, to the spiritual elements of inner sound and inner light. The heaviest vibrations or the longest wavelength are on the bottom and the lightest on the top.

A particular color can be used to represent a chakra in its ideal state. Our relationship with a certain color reveals our relationship with the part of our consciousness that the color represents.

Defining the colors of chakras is confused by various belief systems. However, a simplified version of one system is illustrated here.

Root chakra: The root (1st chakra) produces a lotus of four petals, red and orange in color. The spleen or sacral plexus (2nd chakra) produces a six petal lotus, orange, blue, green, yellow, violet, and crimson, but principally crimson. This chakra is associated with the color red. Its musical note is C (Do) and it is associated with earth. Parts of the body controlled by the naval chakra and this chakra include the skeleton and lymph systems, the legs, and the elimination system. The adrenal glands are also associated with this chakra.

The physical sense of smell, and therefore the organ of the sense of smell, the nose, is associated with this chakra. Problems with the nose or affecting the sense of smell reflect tensions at the level of the root chakra. Symptoms in the parts of the body controlled by this chakra reflect tensions here; therefore the person views the world through a perceptual filter of insecurity or fear. This chakra is also associated with our relationship with our mother. This chakra is associated with the element of earth.

The root chakra is emotionally connected to our area of consciousness, smell: and include the emotions surrounding our feelings of safety, security, survival and trust. These emotional areas in our lives concern employment, our home and finances.

Abdominal or navel or sexual or lumbar plexus or spleen or sacral chakra: The lumbar plexus (2nd chakra) corresponds to the nerve ganglion that is connected to the sciatic nerve. It is positioned in the area between the navel and the pubic bone. This chakra is associated with the color orange and the element water. Its musical note is D (Re). It is frequently referred to as the seat of life. Parts of the body controlled by this chakra include the abdomen, reproductive system and the lumbar region of the back. The sense of taste and appetite are associated with this chakra, as well as the element of water. This chakra is associated with the parts of our consciousness concerned with food and sex. It is involved with the person's willingness to feel their emotions. When this chakra is in its ideal state, the person is in touch with the communication from the body to the person within it, and is listening to and responding appropriately to what the body wants and needs.

The sacral chakra is emotionally connected to taste: appetite, feelings, sensations, sex.

Solar plexus chakra: The solar plexus (3rd chakra) produces a ten petal lotus, pink, orange, and green in color, but primarily green. The color of this chakra is yellow and it is associated with the element fire. Its musical note is E (Mé). The endocrine gland associated with this chakra is the pancreas. Other parts of the body associated with this chakra include the organs closest to the solar plexus such as the digestive system which included stomach, gall bladder, liver, pancreas, and so on, spleen, as well as the skin organ, the muscular system and the face. The physical sense associated with this chakra is the sense of sight.

This chakra is associated with the parts of our consciousness dealing with perceptions of control, power or freedom. In its ideal state, the solar plexus chakra represents ease of being with comfort in what is real for one's self as well as being comfortable with who you are.

The solar plexus chakra is emotionally connected to vision: control, freedom, intellect, power, self-definition.

Heart chakra: The heart or cardiac plexus (4th chakra) produces a twelve petal lotus, bright golden yellow in color. The color associated with this chakra is emerald green. Its musical note is F (Fa). Parts of the body associated with the heart chakra are the thymus, circulatory and immune systems as well as respiration. The physical sense associated with this chakra is the sense of touch, as it relates to the person inside the body. For example, when a person experiences extreme sensitivity about being touched, we would ask what was happening at the level of the heart chakra. This chakra is associated with the element of air therefore when a person has difficulty with breathing such as asthma, their relationship with air reflects their relationship with love which has resulted in difficulty letting it in, or letting it out.

The heart chakra is emotionally connected to touch: acceptance, giving, perceptions of love, and relating with others.

Throat chakra: The throat or cervical plexus (5th chakra) produces a sixteen petal lotus, in both cobalt blue and green. The color associated with this chakra is sky blue. Its musical note is G (Sol). Parts of the body associated with the throat chakra include the arms and hands, shoulders, throat, thyroid gland and metabolism which is called ether. This chakra is associated with the parts of the consciousness concerned with expressing and receiving. Expressing includes communication and also artistic expression. This chakra is also associated with listening to one's intuition.

The throat chakra is emotionally connected to hearing: abundance, expressing, intuition, and receiving.

Third eye chakra: The brow or third eye or cartoid plexus (6th chakra) is located between the eyebrows. Its lotus produces two petals, containing forty-eight rose-colored petals. The color associated with this chakra is indigo blue. Its musical note is A (La). This chakra is associated with the carotid plexus, and the nerves on each side of the face, plus the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is a gland located at the base of the brain, and is connected to the hypothalamus of the brain. The pituitary gland secretes a number of hormones which control hormone secretion by other glands in the body. These include the adrenal glands, the thyroid, and ovaries. It also secretes the growth hormone and prolactin. It also stores and releases the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin (ADH).

The third eye or brow is the seat of the soul and is connected to inner sound. It is believed to vibrate at a higher frequency than sound and in some, as pure light.

The brow chakra is emotionally connected to extra sensory perceptions (ESP): individualized consciousness, and spiritual awareness.

Headaches that are located in the temples or center of the forehead are associated with tensions in the 6th chakra. This chakra controls the entire endocrine system as a system, and the process of growth. This chakra is associated with extra sensory perception as well as all of the inner senses that correspond to the outer senses. The brow chakra relates to the Taoist's primary chakra in the center of the brain referred to as the 'Square Inch'.

Crown chakra: The head or crown (7th chakra) lotus produces one thousand petals in all colors, with the color white or violet being most prominent. When developed, a healer can see a thousand petaled lotus of color blooming at the top of the head. The color associated with the crown chakra is violet, the color of amethyst. Its musical note is B (Ti). Parts of the body controlled by this chakra are the pineal gland system, the brain, and the inner light of the entire nervous system.

The crown chakra is the center of knowingness and wisdom. The total energy signature of the individual exists within their crown chakra. It is also a replica of all of the other chakras. This is where our unique pattern of consciousness is kept in constant touch with information from the outer universe and also the subtle dimensions of spiritual energy. The crown chakra is connected to the whole of creation. This chakra shows our connection with God.

The element of the crown chakra is thought while its function is knowing. Knowing is discovered through meditation. The crown chakra is associated with the aspects of consciousness concerned with unity or separation and with our sense of direction.

The crown chakra is emotionally connected to our sense of empathy: source of direction and intuition and also universal consciousness.

The crown chakra opens us to universal energy while the root chakra connects us firmly to the earth.

Interesting Connections: Now that chakras have been discussed, here are some other connections.

Yin and Yang: What also is intriguing is that the physical structures in chakras are described as yin and yang. Yang or male components comprise acting and will, while the experience and emotional components of spirit and feeling are yin or female components. From this you can see how Chinese medicine mirrors Hindu beliefs in critical ways.

The connection with Mayan medicine: Mayan medicine compares in some ways to Chinese massage and acupuncture. Surprisingly there are striking similarities in the points for punctures in Mayan traditional therapies when compared to Chinese points and energy channels. The Mayans embrace the concept of ‘wind’ which plays a major role in the Maya tradition of massage and punctures. These winds follow similar channels to Chinese meridians.

The connection with Yoga: Hindu philosophy is traditionally seen as six different systems which make up the main belief systems of Hinduism. One of these schools of thought is yoga. Yoga is not simply an exercise program. The literal meaning of yoga is union or joining. The main purpose for the practice of yoga is to reunite the individual self with the absolute or pure consciousness.

Yoga is a system which teaches the gradual process of gaining physical and mental control as well as mastery over the body, mind and self. This includes how to regulate this flow of energy through the three meridians to balance energy points and bring them into harmony. This harmonizing of the body stimulates the release of hormones.

Yoga is an effective method to convert mental and physical energy into spiritual energy. Yoga enhances concentration, cures diseases, releases tension, rejuvenates the body and soul, and slows the aging process.

The connection with Reiki: You may have heard of Reiki, the healing art sometimes called the 'healing touch'. Reiki is the Japanese term for life or universal energy. It is a gentle method using certain touch points on or off the body to balance the chakras or clear blockages. Reiki enhances the body's natural ability to heal itself. Reiki is used to heal a person emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually.

What about my pets? In case you'd just love to know how to apply this healing knowledge for your pet cat or dog and want to understand why specific herbs, diets, or acupressure points are used to treat particular conditions please look below in the reference section for the book 'Four Paws Five Directions: A Guide to Chinese Medicine for Cats and Dogs.' In addition, listed here, are sources for other books and charts for acupuncture, and acupressure treatments for cats, dogs and horses.

CHAKRA singing bowl sounds and related musical notes

CROWN 'B'

THIRD Eye - Brow 'A'

THROAT chakra 'G'

HEART chakra 'F'

SOLAR Plexus chakra 'E'

SACRAL chakra 'D'

ROOT chakra 'C'

Sound: Sound is the very basis of music. Sound has an unseen penetrating power that compliments use of color and fragrance. Sound is measured in cycles per second (Hertz or Hz). Each cycle of a wave is actually a single pulse of sound.

It is well understood that sound can affect brain waves and our bodies in profound ways. The different rhythms of the body can be changed with sound.

Sounds and musical notes invoke emotion like nothing else can. Vibrations from rhythmic sounds have a profound effect on brain activity. All religions through time have used sound even if only that of the human voice. Since ancient times the steady and rhythmic beat of a drum struck four and one half times per second has been used by tribes to transport their shaman into the deepest part of his shamanic state of consciousness.

Through sound, especially chanting or overtone singing, it is possible to change the rhythmic pattern of our brain waves, as well as our heart beat and respiration. Sound is used as an aid to enter deep meditative states that are otherwise difficult to achieve without years of experience.

It is no coincidence then that 4.5 beats, or cycles per second corresponds to the trance like state of theta brain wave activity. The constant, rhythmic chants of Tibetan Buddhist chant transport the monks and other listeners into realms of blissful meditation. Listen to the chanting of mantra OM MANI PADME HUM by Buddhists here.

Listen to these bells, the ocean, and stream, for examples. Do these sounds stimulate your memories, emotions, or other sensations?

Have you ever heard of singing bowls, tingsha and bells? What are they? The Chinese have used bells since ancient times. Great and ancient temple bells, wind-bells or chimes are found throughout China, Thailand and Japan. They believe that sound is a manifestation of universal essence and helps to sustain universal harmony.

Chinese Hand Bell sound here   Tingsha hand cymbals sound here

Singing bowls were brought from India to Tibet, along with the teachings of the Buddha. Tibetan singing bowls are used for deep relaxation, stress reduction, holistic healing, Reiki, and chakra balancing. Singing bowls produce tones which invoke a deep state of relaxation which aids the listener into entering a meditative state. The harmonics of singing bowls have been used to induce meditation and assist spiritual seekers to the state of enlightenment since ancient times. Most bowls vibrate within the range of 8 to 12 Hertz which are the domain of alpha brain waves. These frequencies invoke profound states of contemplation or meditation. In addition to their traditional usage for meditation, singing bowls are used for relaxation, stress reduction, healing, and Reiki.

The tones are also used to shatter accumulating negative energy within the chakras and the aura. They resonate with every cell in the body to release blockages and restore balance. As a result, they have been used to treat many conditions. For examples: the tones are used to stimulate the immune system or to relax hyperactive children.

How do singing bowls sound? There are endless tones, including those specific to chakras which are listed at the left under the chakra diagram. Here are a few.

singing bowl one            singing bowl two (keep speakers set on lower volume)

The throat chakra is associated with hearing and inner listening playing. Therefore any bowl will help harmonize this chakra to a certain extent. The throat chakra reflects on such aspects of our being as creativity, humility, purification, simplicity, and spiritual union.

Smaller diameter singing bowls have higher tones. Larger bowls produce a wider dynamic range of sound with rich and deeper Om tones. The shapes of these bowls closely resemble traditional Chinese and Japanese bells used in Buddhist temples.

The bowls are made from an alloy of metals and in some cases are made where one metal predominates for a particular effect. The bowls are a fusion of seven metals. According to tradition, the seven metals correspond with each of the planets, gold for the Sun, silver for the Moon, mercury for well, Mercury, copper for Venus, iron for Mars, tin for Jupiter, and lead for Saturn or antimony. Some less expensive bowls are made only from bronze which is a mixture of copper and tin. Bowls can be either Yang or Yin depending on their thickness. Some bowls are specially designed to help balance a specific chakra. Contemporary singing bowls are made from crystal or quartz and offer a softer tone.

What about sound frequencies in the body and brain? Like sound waves, the brain has its own set of vibrations it uses to communicate with itself and the rest of the body. Read more about body and brain frequencies here.

Colored crystals and gems: In India, veda means knowledge. Vedic culture means the spiritually aware society. According to ancient Vedic philosophy, natural gemstones transmit powers. Fine gems are thought to promote good fortune, while poor quality gems have the opposite affect Chakra healing with colored gems or crystals and stones is an ancient art called ' laying on stones'. Each chakra uses its own gems and stones. For example, alexandrite, amethyst and clear quartz are used for the 7th chakra.

Colored gems are used because it is believed that their different energies can be used to balance and enhance our own body's energies. Gems, colored stones and crystals are an interesting subject if not just for their inherent beauty but also for their color and affect on our state of mind. A gem hung around your neck or for that matter anywhere with you, can be a source of beautiful colored light no matter where you are. Just as acupuncture is a very old system of medicine being rediscovered, so is color light therapy, or photo therapy. You can read more about gems and other stones here.

Chakra, meridians and color: Chakras, meridians and other energy points of the body is a fascinating subject. Our bodies are so much more than a chemical soup contained by flesh and bones. We are also electro-dynamic.

How these energies, our body, and brain relate to color, fragrance and sound and the ease in which they can be used to enhance our lives begs a second look at our environments and what we wear.

Select colors, fragrances and sounds for any area in your life that needs renewal. You will be amazed at how much better you will feel.

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