Energy: Chakras and the Endocrine System

The endocrine system is part of the body’s main control mechanism, comprising of a number of ductless glands that produce the hormones your body needs. These hormones, acting as chemical messengers, are secreted into the bloodstream from particular organs to stimulate or inhibit physical processes. By adjusting the hormone levels, the endocrine system works to … Read moreEnergy: Chakras and the Endocrine System

Aromatherapy for your Third Eye Chakra

Third Eye Chakra

Modern living leaves little room to focus on your creative faculties, causing the Third Eye Chakra to become underactive and unbalanced. Many people exhibit problems associated with a blocked Third Eye Chakra, such as mental fatigue, depression, pessimism and cynicism. Alternatively, when the Third Eye Chakra is overactive it can lead to deluded behaviour. Treating … Read moreAromatherapy for your Third Eye Chakra

Aromatherapy for your Throat Chakra

Throat chakra

The Throat Chakra is the centre of creativity and self-expression, enabling you to ‘give voice’ to opinions and ideas. When the Throat Chakra is blocked or under-active it leads to problems expressing yourself, causing you to feel unhappy. Physically, if the Throat Chakra is unbalanced you are more prone to problems connected with the throat, … Read moreAromatherapy for your Throat Chakra

Aromatherapy for your Heart Chakra

Heart Chakra

The Heart Chakra is the centre of balance for your body. It governs the circulatory system and is connected to the Hand Chakras and, through these, it is linked to the sense of touch. When the Heart Chakra is out of balance it causes you to lose ‘touch’ with yourself and your surroundings. Selfish, manic … Read moreAromatherapy for your Heart Chakra

Aromatherapy for your Stomach Chakra

Solar plexus

The Stomach Chakra is connected to your emotional behaviour in relation to other people, on a physical level is governs digestion. When the Stomach Chakra is blocked it can lead to problems with lethargy, low self-esteem and emotional misery, as well as digestive problems. When it is over-active it can result in controlling, self-centred and … Read moreAromatherapy for your Stomach Chakra

Aromatherapy for your Sacral Chakra

Sacral chakra

The Sacral Chakra is connected to your sexuality, creativity and socialisation. Blockages in this area can cause problems with your self-image and sex drive, which lead to feelings of negativity, guilt and over-sensitivity. When this Chakra is over-active it creates hedonistic and manipulative behaviour. Versatile Treatments Woody and floral oils work well to stimulate the … Read moreAromatherapy for your Sacral Chakra

Aromatherapy for your Root Chakra

Root Chakra

The Root Chakra is connected to your health and sense of security. Blockages in this area can lower sex drive, cause lethargy and increase susceptibility to illness. When over-active, this Chakra encourages selfishness and antisocial behaviour. For these reasons, you can probably see why it’s important to keep your Root Chakra balanced – for the … Read moreAromatherapy for your Root Chakra

Energy: Understanding your Crown Chakra

Crown Chakra

The Sahasrara, or Crown Chakra, is located just above the top of your head. Sahasrara means ‘thousandfold’, referring to the thousand petals this Chakra possesses. The Crown Chakra is where the ‘Divine Spark’ of creation is situated and the Bindu, which is the focus of all thought. Ruling Chakra The Crown Chakra is the link … Read moreEnergy: Understanding your Crown Chakra

Energy: Understanding your Third Eye Chakra

Third Eye Chakra

The Third Eye Chakra is also known as the Brow or Ajna Chakra. Ajna means ‘to know’ or ‘to perceive’, which is appropriate as it is associated with the psychic senses and extra-sensory perception, such as telepathy and precognition. Women’s Intuition The Third Eye Chakra is often more active in women than men, which may … Read moreEnergy: Understanding your Third Eye Chakra

Energy: Understanding your Throat Chakra

Throat chakra

The Throat Chakra, or Vishuddha, is located in the spine at the throat area. This Chakra is your creative centre and it is from here that all your powers of self-expression and communication are governed. Vessel of Communication The Throat Chakra is associated with the sense of hearing, or the transmission of sound that comes … Read moreEnergy: Understanding your Throat Chakra