Exploring the Chakras: A 7-Part Series

The chakras are often described as the body’s subtle energy centers, each representing a unique aspect of our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves. When energy flows freely, we feel grounded, creative, purposeful, connected, expressive, intuitive, and expansive. When blocked or imbalanced, they can reveal where attention and healing are needed.

This seven-part series explores the chakras from root to crown, offering insights into their meaning, signs of balance or imbalance, and practical ways to harmonize them through yoga, meditation, and daily life.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or revisiting with new awareness, these reflections are here to support you.

Introduction to the Chakras

The chakras are a map of the body’s subtle energy—points where physical, emotional, and spiritual forces intersect. First described in ancient yogic texts, the seven primary chakras align with the spine, from the base to the crown of the head.  

Each chakra is more than a concept, it is an invitation to explore yourself in new dimensions: grounding, creativity, purpose, love, expression, intuition, and connection with the divine. When energy flows freely, the chakras support balance and growth. When blocked or imbalanced, they can reveal areas where healing and attention are needed. 

 In this seven-part series, we’ll journey through the chakras one by one, exploring their meaning, signs of balance or imbalance, and ways to harmonize them through asana, breathwork, meditation, and daily practice. 

The insights shared here draw on collaboration with Harpinder Kaur Mann, RYT-500, trauma-informed yoga teacher, mindfulness educator, and author of Liberating Yoga, whose guidance has been adapted to speak to practitioners of all levels. 

Let’s begin from the roots and move upward.