The 7 Chakras Explained

Reiki is an ancient healing practice that originated in Japan in the early 20th century. The direct translation of Reiki is universal life force energy. The father of Reiki, Mikao Usui, discovered the power of this energy-based healing after a 21-day intensive period of meditation, prayer, and fasting. Following this profound experience, he opened the first Reiki healing center and began working with clients. By the mid-20th century, the practice had already begun expanding globally.

Today, Reiki is more widely recognized in the health and wellness space as a supportive, alternative treatment for anxiety, physical pain, injury recovery, and much more. Reiki works on a subconscious and energetic level, helping to clear blocks within the body. When energy is stuck or stagnant, it often shows up as emotional distress or physical symptoms. A Reiki session helps release those blockages, allowing the body to return to its natural ability to heal from within.

In Reiki practice, energy is focused on seven primary energy centers, or chakras, throughout the body. The location of each chakra corresponds to specific symptoms that may arise when it becomes blocked.

Root Chakra
The first chakra is the root, located from the tips of the toes to the top of the legs. It’s what grounds us—connecting us to the Earth. This chakra is commonly associated with the color red.

A blockage may show up as: leg pain or swelling, foot issues, anxiety, stress, feelings of insecurity, or a general sense of unease.

Sacral Chakra
Located around the hips and tailbone, this chakra is linked to creativity, intimacy, and emotional flow. Its color is orange.

A blockage may show up as: lower back or hip pain, tightness, fertility struggles, intimacy challenges, traumatic birthing experiences, or stored emotional trauma.

Solar Plexus Chakra
Situated in the abdominal region, this chakra is our center of confidence, personal power, and self-worth. It is associated with the color yellow.

A blockage may show up as: digestive issues, liver or pancreas imbalances, adrenal fatigue, bloating, nausea, emotional outbursts (anger, frustration), low self-esteem, or lack of motivation.

Heart Chakra
This chakra spans the center of the chest, upper chest, shoulders, arms, and hands. It governs love, compassion, forgiveness, and connection. Common colors include green and light pink.

A blockage may show up as: asthma, chest tightness, poor circulation, shoulder or arm pain, hand arthritis, unresolved grief, difficulty with self-love, or holding onto heartbreak.

Throat Chakra
Found in the throat, jaw, and neck, this chakra supports authentic communication and expression. Its color is blue.

A blockage may show up as: thyroid issues, jaw pain, teeth grinding, sore throats, swallowing problems, or emotional symptoms like not speaking your truth, communication struggles, and feeling misunderstood.

Third Eye Chakra
Located between the eyebrows, this chakra is tied to intuition, clarity, and imagination. Its color is indigo, a deep blue or purple hue.

A blockage may show up as: headaches, migraines, disrupted sleep, hormonal imbalances, brain fog, lack of imagination, ignoring your intuition, or difficulty trusting yourself.

Crown Chakra
Found at the top of the head, the crown chakra connects us to our higher self and the divine universal energy. It is associated with white (or sometimes violet).

A blockage may show up as: brain fog, mental fatigue, dizziness, vertigo, sensitivity to light or sound, sleep issues, feeling purposeless, difficulty letting go of control, or feeling disconnected from life or spirituality.

Regular Reiki sessions help clear and balance these energy centers, allowing your body, mind, and spirit to return to a state of flow, ease, and calm. The best part is that Reiki can be received both in-person and virtually—because we are all energetically connected, no matter where we are.

I offer 30- and 60-minute Reiki sessions, both in-person and online. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms and are curious to learn more about how Reiki might help, I invite you to sign up for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

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