Chakra Three–Take a Bow!
That’s right, take a bow, you deserve it!
But seriously, since we are navigating our way to discovering and opening up our chakras together, it’s time to take a look at the third Chakra in the chain.
The third Chakra is the Manipura, which means “lustrous gem.” This chakra is located in the area of the navel to the solar plexus. The verb that is most commonly associated with the third Chakra is “I can.” For meditation purposes, the color that is linked to this Chakra is yellow.
Now, the yoga connection, and which posture can help you tap into …read more

Because of the nature of our Chakras and the deep connections they can unleash between our minds, bodies and the universe, I am finding the cross-pollenation of yoga and releasing the energy of my chakras fascinating and stimulating. So, why not keep this topic flowing, if you will? J
Chakra Two: The Svadhisthana (Element-Water)
The Second Chakra is the Svadhisthana. The goal when working on this chakra is to move fluidly, much like water flows. The simple yoga moves and poses here will not surprise you.  They are basic and effective.
If you integrate your meditation with your practice as I do, the …read more

Interested in opening up your chakras, getting to know them a little better?  Well, yoga can help you there, too!
Let’s share a little knowledge first. “Chakra” is a Sanskrit word that means wheel or disk.  Each chakra signifies one of seven basic energy centers in the body. Each of these centers is linked to a major nerve ganglia that branches out from your spinal column. Chakras are also connected to levels of consciousness,  developmental stages of life, colors, sounds, body functions, and much, much more.  If you work to improve your chakras, you will ultimately improve your health and well-being.
The first chakra is Muladhara, meaning “root” and support, …read more