The following describes the seven primary chakras.
The First Chakra -- "The Root"
The Root chakra is located roughly at the space between your genitals and your anus, called the perineum (pair-ih-NEE-um) and connects to the base of your spine.
Its color is red and has only one half. It is vertically oriented with the opening of it's funnel pointing toward the ground. This is the chakra through which your consciousness enters your physical body at the time of your birth. This chakra relates to matters of survival, base needs like food, water, air, shelter, as well as your ability to adapt to your environments. Because it has only one pole, or half, it tends to be a little larger than the other chakras. This is the chakra through which you absorb Earth Energies and ground excess energies.
In harmony - profound connection to nature. Trust in natures laws.
Out of harmony - Inability to trust nature. Focus on material possessions. Needs to satisfy own desires and wishes.
When this chakra is disrupted the following symptoms may be observed:
Sexual obsession
Impulsive and reckless behavior
Possessiveness
Insecurity
Immediate gratification urges
Hyperactivity
Power concerns
Manipulative behavior
And immune system problems
The Second Chakra -- "Lower Abdomen"
The sex chakra is located just about three finger-widths below the navel on the midline of the body at the front, and at the sacrum on the back. Its color is orange, is bipolar, and is horizontally oriented.
This chakra relates to all things sexual and reproductive, urogenital health, the expression of sexuality, lusts and desires, and your ability to express your needs. It also relates to your ability to meet your base survival needs under your own power. If this chakra is damaged or malformed it will be all but impossible for you to conceive a child until balance is restored.
In harmony - A considerate, open, friendly, kind person who has no trouble sharing emotions, feelings with others, happily connected to life.
Out of harmony - Unsure and unstable in sexual and emotional matters. Cannot express feelings. Suppresses natural needs.
Imbalances cause:
Lack of vitality
Accelerated aging
Arrogance
Conceit
Vanity
Anti-social behavior
And loss of identity
The Third Chakra -- "Solar Plexus"
The solar plexus chakra is located in the center of the torso, at about the level of the diaphragm or bread basket (about four finger-widths above the navel), and in roughly the same location on the back.
Its color is yellow, is bipolar, and horizontally oriented. This chakra relates to your ability to live and function independently, all matters of health and vitality, physical energy and drive, and immunity. It is also related to your ability to take care of yourself intelligently.
In harmony - Feeling of wholeness. Inner calm and peace. Inner tolerance and acceptance of others. A balance of the spiritual and material world.
Out of balance - No trust in the natural flow. Need to dominate. Emphasis on the material. Great need for material security.
Imbalances may cause:
Timidity and fear in general
Anger and rage
Isolation
Judgemental and dogmatic behavior
Feeling deprived of recognition
Aloofness
The Fourth Chakra -- "The Heart"
The heart chakra is a very important part of Reiki of every type. It is located in the center of the chest at roughly the same location as your heart muscle, and in the same place on the back. Its color is green or pink, is bipolar, and horizontally oriented. This chakra relates to all matters of feeling and emotion, love, hate, fear, joy, acceptance, compassion, kindness, giving, receiving, and concern for fellow life-forms. It is crucial to finding your place in the universe and to knowing yourself. It is through this chakra that Reiki is delivered to its recipient.
In harmony - Exudes a feeling of wholeness. Tolerance and acceptance of life and relationships. Balance of the material and spiritual.
Out of harmony - The love you give is not sincere. You look for rewards. You cannot accept love given by others.
Imbalances cause:
Attitude of coldness
Devoid of compassion and morality
Asthma
Financial and emotional insecurities
Jealousy and possessiveness
Mistrustfulness of life
Self-doubt
Blaming others
