What are Chakras?

Chakras are described as focal points where energy, body functions, and consciousness intersect. Traditional systems speak of many chakras, but seven major chakras are most commonly referenced today — especially in yoga, meditation, and modern spiritual practice.

The 7 main chakras

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Location: Base of spine

Color: Red

Element: Earth

Meaning: Grounding, stability, safety

Imbalance feels like: insecurity, instability

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)

Location: Lower abdomen

Color: Orange

Element: Water

Meaning: Creativity, pleasure, emotional flow

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

Location: Upper abdomen

Color: Yellow

Element: Fire

Meaning: Confidence, willpower, personal strength

4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)

Location: Center of chest

Color: Green

Element: Air

Meaning: Love, compassion, emotional healing

5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

Location: Throat

Color: Blue

Element: Ether

Meaning: Communication, truth, expression

6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

Location: Forehead, between eyebrows

Color: Indigo

Element: Light

Meaning: Intuition, insight, inner wisdom

Cultural note: Often symbolized by the bindi in Hindu traditions.

7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

Location: Top of the head

Color: Violet or white

Element: Thought / cosmic energy

Meaning: Spiritual connection, enlightenment