How to Open Your Spiritual Chakras to Balance Your Energy

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Chakras are the 7 centers of spiritual energy in your body. Your energy or prana flows through these circular centers to keep your mind, body, and spirit aligned. However, if one or more chakras are blocked, it can throw you off kilter. So, how do you unblock or open your spiritual chakras to feel more like yourself? Take a look at this helpful guide to learn exactly what you need to do.

How to Open Your Chakras

Open your chakras through introspective activities like meditation, yoga, or progressive muscle relaxation while visualizing your energy centers opening and balancing each other. Open your root chakra first, then slowly work your way up the sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras.

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How to Open & Unblock Your Chakras

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  1. Step 1 Root Chakra (Muladhara)
    The root chakra helps you stay physically aware and feel comfortable. When you open this chakra, you feel well-balanced, sensible, stable, and secure. You’re present in what’s happening and connected to your physical body.[1] If the root chakra is under-active, you might feel anxious, scattered, and even unwelcome in social situations. If it’s overactive, you might find yourself acting materialistic and greedy. Here’s how to open and balance your root chakra:
    • Meditation:
      • Ground yourself and sit cross-legged on the ground or in a chair.
      • Rest the backs of your hands on your knees with the tips of your thumbs and index fingers touching.
      • Close your eyes and visualize a red flower opening at the tip of your tailbone.
      • Silently chant the sound "LAM."
    • Meaning: I AM
    • Colour: Red
    • Element: Earth
    • Gland: Adrenal
    • Location: Base of the Spine or Tail Bone
    • Yoga: Mountain pose[2]
    • Affirmations: “The earth is a safe place for me” and “I love and trust my body.”
    • Crystals: Red Jasper, Ruby, Garnet, Hematite, Smoky Quartz, & Black Tourmaline[3]
    • Herbs: Burdock, Clove, Dandelion, Rosemary, Paprika, Cayenne, Allspice, & Nutmeg[4]
    • Essential oils: Labdanum, Olibanum, Copal, Styrax, White ceremonial sage, Frankincense, Myrrh, & Sandalwood[5]
    • Unbalanced: Tired, Mentally Scattered, Frazzled, Fearful For Yourself or Family Members, Unsafe, Clumsy, Afraid, Alone, & May Suffer From Autoimmune Disorders[6]
    • Balanced: Grounded, Connected to The Earth, Financially Secure, Physically Safe, Emotionally Stable, & Sense of Belonging[7]
  2. Step 2 Sacral Chakra (Svadhishthana)
    Your sacral chakra deals with raw feelings, fluidity, and sexuality. If it’s open, you can release your feelings freely and go with the flow.[8] You’re open to connection and passion and might even feel more outgoing. If it’s under-active, you can get stuck in an unemotional or impassive state and have difficulty opening up to others. If it’s overactive, you might be overly sensitive and emotional and have a high sex drive. Here’s how you can open the sacral chakra and achieve balance:
    • Meditation:
      • Sit on your knees with your back straight.
      • Lay your hands in your lap, palms up, on top of each other. Put your left hand underneath, let the palm touch the back fingers of the right hand, and let the thumbs touch gently.
      • Concentrate on the space between your belly button and tailbone.
      • Chant the sound "VAM."
    • Meaning: I FEEL
    • Colour: Orange
    • Element: Water
    • Gland: Gonads
    • Location: Pelvis
    • Yoga: Knee-to-chest pose[9]
    • Affirmations: “I am creative” and “I embrace change.”
    • Crystals: Carnelian, Citrine, Orange Sapphire, Imperial Topaz, Red Goldstone, Yellow Tiger's eye, & Unakite[10]
    • Herbs: Coriander, Calendula, Fennel, Licorice, Cinnamon, & Vanilla[11]
    • Essential oils: Vetiver, Black Pepper, Rosemary, Cedarwood, Angelica, & Clove[12]
    • Unbalanced: Unmotivated, Emotionally Stuck, Low Energy, Victimized, Ashamed, Territorial, & May Suffer from Addictions[13]
    • Balanced: Energized, Motivated, Healthy Sex Drive, Adventurous, Generous, & Creative[14]
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  3. Step 3 Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
    The solar plexus chakra is connected to confidence, generosity, and joy. When it’s open, you feel an abundance of warmth, control, and empowerment.[15] If under-active, you may be passive, indecisive, and apprehensive. If it’s over-active, you might be arrogant and aggressive. You can open your solar plexus chakra by doing these things:
    • Meditation:
      • Sit on your knees, with your back straight.
      • Put your hands before your stomach, slightly below your belly button. Let the fingers join at the tops, crossing the thumbs and straightening the fingers.
      • Silently chant the sound "RAM."
    • Meaning: I DO
    • Colour: Yellow
    • Element: Fire
    • Gland: Pancreas
    • Location: Belly Button
    • Yoga: Spinal twist[16]
    • Affirmations: “I am open to new ideas” and “I am powerful.”
    • Crystals: Yellow jasper, Citrine, Pyrite, Yellow Tiger's Eye, Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, & Amber[17]
    • Herbs: Anise, Celery, Cinnamon, Lily of the Valley, Marshmallow, Mint, Melissa, Turmeric, & Cumin[18]
    • Essential oils: Lily of the Valley, Lemon, Helichrysum, Juniper, Grapefruit, Eeroli, Tea Tree, Rosemary and spearmint[19]
    • Unbalanced: Nervous, Anxious, Confused, Unsure, Unworthy, Angry, Worried, & Feelings of Guilt For No Reason, & The Need to Please Others[20]
    • Balanced: Calm, Decisive, Confident, Courageous, Empowered, Worthy, & Capable[21]
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Meditating and chanting a mantra is the best way to open your chakras. Chakra centers have been activated this way for years, thanks to ancient yogic practices. Pairing meditation and mantras with yoga is also a effective technique.

  1. Step 1 Heart Chakra (Anahata)
    The heart chakra is all about love, caring, and endearment. When it’s open, you’re compassionate and friendly, always working in amicable relationships.[22] If it’s under-active, you might act cold and unfriendly. If it’s over-active, you may be over-affectionate towards others or even look selfish. Find balance and open your heart chakra by:
    • Meditation:
      • Sit cross-legged.
      • Press together the tips of your index finger and thumb on both hands.
      • Put your left hand on your left knee and your right hand in front of the lower part of your breastbone.
      • Concentrate on the center of your chest.
      • Chant the sound "YAM."
    • Meaning: I LOVE
    • Colour: Green
    • Element: Air
    • Gland: Thymus
    • Location: Center Of Chest
    • Yoga: Fan pose[23]
    • Affirmations: “I am worthy of love” and “I am lovable.”
    • Crystals: Jade, Malachite, Emerald, Green Aventurine, & rose quartz
    • Herbs: Cayenne, Hawthorn berries, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Rose, Thyme, Cilantro, & Parsley
    • Essential oils: Jasmine, Cacao, Cardamom, Palmarosa, Bergamot, Black Spruce and Rose[24]
    • Unbalanced: Emotionally Guarded, Sad, Guilt, Resentment, Judgmental, Difficulty Forgiving, & Shame[25]
    • Balanced: Compassionate, Loving, Accepting, Peaceful, Willing to Forgive, & Joyful[26]
  2. Step 2 Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
    The throat chakra plays into self-expression and communication. When the chakra is open, expressing yourself is easy, and you might find yourself pursuing art and other forms of creative expression. If your throat chakra is blocked, you might have trouble expressing your feelings, frequently use negative words, lie, and feel disconnected from others. If the throat chakra is overactive, you might speak too much and have trouble listening. Unblock your throat chakra by:[27]
    • Meditation:
      • Sit on your knees.
      • Rest your hands on your legs and breathe in and out.
      • Concentrate on the area at the base of the throat.
      • Chant the sound "HAM."
    • Meaning: I SPEAK
    • Colour: Blue
    • Element: Space or Sound
    • Gland: Thyroid
    • Location: Throat
    • Yoga: Neck stretch[28]
    • Affirmations: “My honesty attracts honesty” and “I communicate clearly.”
    • Crystals: Turquoise, Angelite, Aquamarine, Blue Lace Agate, Kyanite, & Blue Topaz
    • Herbs: Coltsfoot, Blackberry, Elderberry, Common sage, Salt, Lemongrass, Bay laurel, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, & Geranium[29]
    • Essential oils: Coltsfoot, Blackberry, Elderberry, Common Sage, Salt, Lemongrass, Bay Laurel, Chamomile, & Peppermint[30]
    • Unbalanced: Shyness, Fear of Sharing Your Opinions, Unable to Express Your Feelings, Uncomfortable Voicing Your Needs, Poor Listening Skills,
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    • Balanced: Comfortable Speaking Your Mind, Articulate, Creative and Expressive, Open to New Perspectives, Able to Speak for Yourself, The Right Words to Say Come to You Easily, & Physical Wellness in the Body Areas[32]
  2. Step 2 Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
    The third eye chakra is all about insight. Opening your third eye is thought to provide a deep window into your spiritual life.[33] You can tell it’s open if you have excellent clairvoyance and tend to dream a lot. If it's under-active, you may look to others for guidance and have trouble thinking for yourself. If your third eye is overactive, you might daydream more often than usual. You can open your third eye by:
    • Meditation:
      • Sit in a comfortable cross-legged position.
      • Put your hands in front of the lower part of the breast, pointing the middle fingers away from you and the thumbs toward you.
      • Concentrate on the space between your eyebrows.
      • Silently chant the sound "OM" or "AUM."
    • Meaning: I SEE
    • Colour: Indigo
    • Element: Light or Darkness
    • Gland: Pineal
    • Location: Center of the forehead
    • Yoga: The gaze (looking up toward your brows)[34]
    • Affirmations: “I trust my intuition” and “I am one with the universe.”
    • Crystals: Sodalite, Lapis Lazuli, Tanzine Aura Quartz, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Amethyst, & Fluorite[35]
    • Herbs: Eyebright, Juniper, Mugwort, Poppy, Mandrake Root, Blue Lotus, & Cypress[36]
    • Essential oils: Mugwort, Blue lotus, Juniper, Cypress, Yarrow, & Opoponax[37]
    • Unbalanced: Confused, Unclear How to Handle Situations, Out of Touch With Emotions, Unable to See the Bigger Picture, Unaware of Other People’s Energy, Afraid or Doubtful of Your Own Success, Illusions, Headaches or Migraines, Clogged Sinuses, Issues With Vision, & Nightmares or Poor Sleep[38]
    • Balanced: Clarity, Eagerness to Grow and Expand, Intuitive Insights, Inspired and Creative, In Touch with Your Emotions, Aware of Others’ Motives and Feelings, Psychic Phenomena, Honor Your Personal Truth, In the Flow of Your Life, Process Unwanted Emotions with Greater Ease, & Telepathy[39]
  3. Step 3 Crown Chakra (Sahastrara)
    The crown chakra is the most spiritual chakra and is linked to wisdom. When this chakra is open, it’s easier to be open-minded and aware of the world and its connection to yourself. If it’s under-active, you can get stuck in rigid thinking. If the crown chakra is overactive, you may intellectualize things all the time and might prioritize spirituality over bodily needs (food, water, shelter).[40] Try these steps to open your crown chakra:
    • Meditation:
      • Sit in a comfortable position.
      • Lay your hands on your stomach, with your left hand on top of the right.
      • Concentrate on the area at the top of your head.
      • Chant the sound "OM" or "AUM."[41]
    • Meaning: I UNDERSTAND
    • Colour: White or Violet
    • Element: Divine Consciousness
    • Gland: Pituitary
    • Location: Centered at the top of the head
    • Yoga: Downward dog[42]
    • Affirmations: “The world is my teacher” and “I honor the divine power within me.”
    • Crystals: Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Selenite, Howlite, Rutilated Quartz, & Diamond[43]
    • Herbs: Gotu kola, Lavender, Pink lotus, & St. John’s wort[44]
    • Essential oils: Palo Santo, Spikenard, Frangipani, Frankincense, & Vetiver[45]
    • Unbalanced: Isolated, Depressed, Self-Sabotaging Tendencies, Purposeless, Disconnected, Spiritually Unaware, Overly Analytical, Apathetic, Headaches or Migraines,
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    • Balanced: Interested in Spiritual Growth, Connected to Other People, Animals, and Nature, Easily able to Find Joy in Daily Activities, Aware of Your Life Purpose, Unconcerned About What Others Think of You, Attuned to Your Divine Guidance, Uninterested in Drama,

Ability to Quiet the Mind, Comfortable Spending Time Alone, & Moments of Bliss[47]

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What is a blocked chakra?

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  1. A blocked chakra restricts the flow of energy or prana in your body.
    Think of your chakras like a gear or wheel. When they’re open or balanced, they move freely; when they’re blocked or unbalanced, they stay in place. This can cause you to feel out-of-whack or at odds with your mind, body, and spirit. If even one chakra is blocked, it can disrupt the flow of energy throughout the entire body.[48]
    • What does a blocked chakra feel like? A blocked chakra can make you feel anxious, depressed, insecure, or emotionally imbalanced. Some also say a blocked chakra causes physical discomfort like headaches and indigestion.
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What causes chakras to become blocked?

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  1. Stress, an unhealthy lifestyle, or negative thoughts can cause blocked chakras.
    Overall discomfort or feeling unlike yourself may be a sign that one or more of your chakras are blocked. Chakras become blocked when your energy is unaligned. This can often be caused by high levels of stress, anxiety, or negative thinking. Overall, an unhealthy and unbalanced lifestyle can hinder your spiritual energy.[49]
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Why is it important to open your chakras?

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  1. It’s important to open your chakras to support your well-being.
    Blocked or imbalanced chakras can negatively affect your health. If the energy flow isn’t consistent, you may start to act differently, or other chakras may try to overcompensate for the blockage. Maintaining healthy chakras is the first step to healing spiritually and supporting a healthy lifestyle.[50]
    • Once you’ve opened all the chakras, the energy evens out and becomes balanced.
    • Of the 7 chakras, the 4 in the upper body govern mental properties, and the 3 in the lower body govern instinctual properties.[51]
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  • Before attempting to open your chakras, it's wise to make sure you already have experience with meditation. If you're completely new to meditative practices, quickly diving into chakra work could be overwhelming or even backfire. Instead, take time to build a regular meditation habit first. Once you've trained your mind to focus and you understand how to direct energy through your body, you'll be ready to start exploring your chakras. Rushing the process rarely yields good results.
  • When you are focusing on opening the heart chakra specifically, try visualizing people who are close to you and mean a lot — like family, friends, or a romantic partner. Picture their smiling faces and recall moments you shared together. Tapping into feelings of love and connection with those around you can help activate the loving energy of the heart chakra.
  • When first learning to open your chakras, don't worry if you can't seem to master every single one in just one session. Be patient with yourself and understand it's a process that takes time, practice and consistency. Work through the chakras systematically, focusing on one at a time over multiple meditations rather than trying to stimulate them all at once.
  • As you chant the mantra sounds associated with each chakra, remember the goal isn't perfect pronunciation. Don't get hung up on vocalizing the sounds just right. Instead, focus on the vibration you're creating and direct your intention to opening and activating that particular chakra. The mantras are meant to be a guide, but the power comes from within you.
  • To get the most out of any chakra work, create an environment where you can completely concentrate without distractions and truly sense the energy flowing through your body. Maybe light some candles or incense, play soft music, or do whatever helps you relax. Having the right setting makes it much easier to go deep within yourself.
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Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM
Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
This article was co-authored by Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Dr. Karina Menali is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, Faculty Member at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the Owner of Kai Wellness. She specializes in holistic health, Chinese herbal medicine, and functional medicine. Dr. Menali also helps patients through emotional and spiritual trauma. She holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Massachusetts, Boston, a Master's from Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA, and a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. This article has been viewed 5,577,639 times.
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Categories: Chakras
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To open your root chakra, which is related to how physically aware and comfortable you are with your body, use your body more by doing things like yoga, going for walks, or cleaning around the house. If you want to open your heart chakra, which relates to love and caring, meditate while holding your right hand in front of your heart and focus on how you want your life to change. Keep meditating until you feel completely relaxed. To learn how to open your other spiritual chakras, like your throat chakra, keep reading,

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