Chakra – what does that actually mean?

The Sanskrit word Chakra literally translates to wheel or disk. In yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda, this term refers to wheels of energy throughout the body. There are many chakras throughout our body but seven main chakras, which align the spine, starting from the base of the spine through to the crown of the head. To visualise a chakra in the body, imagine a swirling wheel of energy where physical and spiritual / consciousness meet.

Chakras connect your spiritual bodies to your physical one.

They regulate the flow of energy throughout the electrical network (meridians) that runs through the physical body. The body’s electrical system resembles the wiring in a house. It allows electrical current to be sent to every part, and is ready for use when needed.

Sometimes chakras become blocked because of stress, emotional or physical problems. If the body’s ‘energy system’ unable to flow freely it is likely that problems will occur. The consequence of irregular energy flow may result in physical illness and discomfort or a sense of being mentally and emotionally out of balance.

Chakra 7 – The Crown
Enlightenment | Cosmic Consciousness | Serenity
Its colour is violet and is located at the top of your head. It is associated with the cerebral cortex, central nervous system and the pituitary gland it’s concerned with or its relationship is with information, understanding, acceptance and bliss. It is said to be your own place of connection to God/Goddess/Spirit the Chakra of Divine purpose and personal destiny. Blockage can manifest as psychological problems.

• InLaKesh Crown Chakra Essential Oil Blend: Cedarwood Atlas, Pink Grapefruit, Sweet Orange, Frankincense, Rose Absolute Bulgaria. Soothes the Spirit, also great as a Meditation blend. Peacefulness!

Chakra 6 – The Third Eye (or Brow Chakra)
Awakening Intuition
Its colour is Indigo (a combination of red and blue). It is located at the centre of your forehead at eye level or slightly above. This Chakra is used to question the spiritual nature of our life. It is the Chakra of question, perception and knowing. It is concerned with inner vision, intuition and wisdom. Your dreams for this life and recollections of other lifetimes are held in this Chakra. Blockage may manifest as problems like lack of foresight, mental rigidity, ‘selective’ memory and depression.

• InLaKesh Third Eye Chakra Essential Oil Blend: Lemon, Rosemary, Basil, Peppermint. Enhance focus and attention to detail also blended to assist with concentration and with clairvoyance. 

Chakra 5 The Throat
New Beginnings | Communication | Creativity
Its colour is blue or turquoise and is located within the throat. It is the Chakra of communication, creativity, self-expression and judgment. It is associated with your Neck, shoulders, arms, hands, thyroid and parathyroid glands. It is concerned with the senses of inner and outer hearing, the synthesising of ideas, healing, transformation and purification. Blockage can show up as creative blocks, dishonesty or general problems in communicating ones needs to others.

InLaKesh Throat Chakra Essential Oil Blend: Sweet Orange, Petitgrain, Bergamot, Lemon, Rosemary, Spearmint. Open communication and creativity with this fresh, sparkling scent. Perfect for starting the day on a positive note.

Chakra 4 – The Heart
Love | Hope | Compassion
Its colour is green and it is located within your heart. It is the centre of love, compassion, harmony and peace.  The Chakra or house of the soul! This Chakra is associated with your lungs, heart, arms hands and thymus gland. We fall in love through our heart Chakra, then that feeling of unconditional love moves to the emotional centre commonly known as the solar plexus. After that it moves into the sexual centre or Base Chakra where strong feelings of attraction can be released. When these energies move into the Base Chakra we may have the desire to marry and settle down. Blockage can show itself as immune system, lung and heart problems, or manifest as inhumanity, lack of compassion or unprincipled behaviour.

InLaKesh Heart Chakra Essential Oil Blend: Sweet Orange, Grapefruit, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang. Fresh and sweet this nurturing blend works directly with your Heart Chakra. Also a fantastic blend to create a loving environment filled with warmth and joy.

Chakra 3 – The Solar Plexus
Vitality | Confidence
Its colour is yellow and is located just above the navel. This chakra is concerned with your digestive system, muscles, pancreas and adrenals. It is the seat of your emotional life. Feelings of personal power, laughter, joy and anger are associated with this centre. Your sensitivity, ambition and ability to achieve are stored here. Blockage may manifest as anger, frustration, and lack of direction or a sense of victimisation.

InLaKesh Solar Plexus Essential Oil Blend: Lemongrass, Peppermint Eucalyptus, Lime, Lemon Myrtle. Strong and lemony, this energetic blend will stimulate the senses. Transform action into movement!

Chakra 2 – The Sacral (or Navel Chakra)
Renewal | Passion
Its colour is orange and it is located between the base of your spine and your navel. It is associated with your lower abdomen, kidneys, bladder, circulatory system and your reproductive organs and glands. It is concerned with emotion. This chakra represents desire, pleasure, sexuality, procreation and creativity. Blockage may manifests as emotional problems, compulsive or obsessive behaviour and sexual guilt.

InLaKesh Sacral Essential Oil Blend: Sweet Orange, Lemon, Geranium Bourbon, White Grapefruit, Jasmine Absolute. Inspire feelings of renewal with this vibrant, citrus blend and underlying floral tones. Balance emotions, intimacy and sexuality. Embrace your Sacred Being!

Chakra 1 The Base (or Root Chakra)
Courage | Resourcefulness
Its colour is red and it is located at the perineum, base of your spine. It is the Chakra closest to the earth. Its function is concerned with earthly grounding and physical survival. This Chakra is associated with your legs, feet, bones, large intestine and adrenal glands. It controls your fight or flight response. Blockage may manifest as paranoia, fear, procrastination and defensiveness.

InLaKesh Root Chakra Essential Oil Blend: Sweet Orange, Cedarwood Atlas, Juniperberry, Lavender, Patchouli, Cinnamon Bark. A deep, mysterious earth-blend offering a gentle feeling of security, courage and being grounded.