Learning about chakras for the first time may be very overwhelming, especially for a beginner.
There is a lot of knowledge available, but unless you are ready to invest some money on a few chakra books, it may be difficult to pick where to begin.
Fortunately, we did the hard work for you and created a wealth of learning resources on our website based on some of the chakra books written by numerous reputable authors.
Goal of this post is to break down your chakra learning process into short, engaging, and interesting pieces of content that are structured in an easy-to-follow way.
When you are ready to learn more, you can always return here and click on the next link.
Let's start from the beginning.
1. Chakras For Beginners
Chakras For Beginners | Chakra Meaning Explained
This is a great starting point when you are an absolute beginner and want to learn the basics about chakras, such as:
- What is Chakra?
- What Are The 7 Chakras In Your Body?
- Brief Introduction of Each Chakra from 1 to 7
- Brief Introduction To Unblocking Chakras
2. Chakra Colors Meaning
Chakra Colors: 7 Chakras & Their Color Meanings
If you've ever wondered why each chakra is connected with a specific color, this article will answer all of your questions. You will understand the psychology and vibration behind each chakra color.
3. How Do Chakras Work?
How Chakras Work & How Chakra Spins
Once you've got the hang of chakra colors and their vibration, this post will build on previous knowledge and teach you everything you need to know about energy flow between all chakras. You will learn:
- How Do Chakras Spin?
- What Are Nadis?
- How Does Color Affect Chakra Spin?
- What Happens if Chakras Are Not Spinning?
4. Chakra Points & Their Locations
Chakra Points: 7 Chakra Locations in the Body
Would you like to learn the exact location of all chakra points in your physical body, associated organs, glands, and nerve plexuses?
This information could come in handy for all of your chakra meditations.
5. Chakra Symbols Meaning
Chakra Symbols Meaning: Complete Guide
Did you know that each chakra symbol has a specific meaning?
Did you also know that chakra symbols are actually mandala lotuses?
This post reveals all of the secrets behind each chakra symbol.
6. Chakra Elements Meaning
Chakra Elements & Their Meanings
All seven chakra archetypes are based on ancient, ayurvedic philosophy, also known as the "science of life". All of the ancient Ayurvedic elements can be found in the chakra system:
- Ether / Space (ākāśa)
- Air / Wind (vāyu)
- Fire (agni)
- Water (jala)
- Earth (pṛithivī)
We are going to discuss them in more detail in this post and introduce the concept of Three Doshas.
7. Chakra Sounds & Mantras
Chakra Sounds | 7 Chakras Bija Mantras
There are certain sounds (also known as bija mantras) and frequencies associated with each of the chakras. Check out this post if you want to learn how to clear your chakras with chanting mantras and sound therapy.
8. Chakras Origin & History
Chakras Origin | Chakra History
If you are excited to learn about history, culture, the ancient Buddhist tradition, and much more - you might enjoy this article.
If not, you might skip it because it is not a short post with lots of details about:
- How Many Chakra Systems Are There?
- Origin of the 114-Chakra System
- Brief Introduction of Each Chakra from 1 to 7
- Brief Introduction To Unblocking Chakras
9. Chakras & Their Archetypes
Chakras & Their Archetypes
It's now time to dig a little deeper into the archetypes associated with the 7 primary chakras. Every chakra has a positive and a negative archetype.
And as you grow more familiar with these archetypes, it becomes easier to avoid negative ones and harness the energy of positive ones.
10. Bindu Chakra
Bindu Chakra | 8th Chakra Meaning
Yoga books often tend to omit the eighth chakra, but if you go deep into tantra yoga, you will find the mention of the Bindu chakra as the hidden, most dormant, secret 8th energy point in your body.
In this post, you will learn about the meaning of Bindu, the location of this chakra, ways to activate it, and its benefits.
11. Hand Chakras
Hand Chakras | Healing Power of Your Hands
In this article, we will discuss the role of the hand chakras, their location, and a few simple exercises that will allow you to activate and open these energy centers.
12. Chakra Numbers
Chakra Numbers: How Many Chakras Are There?
In this article, you will learn about alternative chakra systems. We are going to talk about the 12-chakra system, which includes 5 additional chakras (also known as transpersonal and subpersonal).
Chakras can become blocked, restricted, or closed, just like any other gateway or channel. When a chakra is blocked, it means that energy is trapped or constricted. It's like having a clogged artery in your body.
Would you like to learn how to unblock your chakras?
Here's a selection of our reader's favorite blog posts that go through numerous chakra healing techniques in greater depth:
1. Ultimate Guide to Chakra Healing
Chakra Healing: Ultimate Guide To Healthy Chakras
It is a great starting point if you are new to chakra healing. It answers some of the most important questions, such as:
- How Do You Know if Your Chakras Are Blocked?
- Why Chakras Get Blocked?
- How Chakras Get Blocked?
- What Are The Best Ways To Unblock Your 7 Chakras?
2. Comprehensive Chakra Healing Guides
Is there a chakra you're having difficulties with? We've written articles on each of the seven chakras that go into great detail. Please keep in mind that these are very lengthy guides with a lot of information from multiple books:
I. Root Chakra Healing Guide | Muladhara.
II. Sacral Chakra Healing Guide | Svadhisthana.
III. Solar Plexus Chakra Healing Guide | Manipura.
IV. Heart Chakra Healing Guide | Anahata.
V. Throat Chakra Healing Guide | Vishuddha.
VI. Third Eye Chakra Healing Guide | Ajna.
VII. Crown Chakra Healing Guide | Sahasrara.
3. Healing Chakras With Yoga
Chakra Yoga: Best Yoga Poses For 7 Chakras
In this post, we'll look at how to use yoga's sacred practice to bring more balance to your seven chakras. You'll learn how to work with each of your chakras through yoga poses (asanas).
4. Healing Chakras With Crystals & Gemstones
Chakra Stones Meanings | 7 Chakra Crystals
This is a more detailed post about using stones and crystals to heal and balance your chakras. We'll discuss some of these topics:
- What Are Chakra Stones?
- How To Pick The Right Chakra Stone For You?
- How To Use Chakra Stones?
- How To Activate Chakra Stones?
- What Are The Best Books About Chakra Stones?
- Plus Detailed Description of 5 Stones For Each of 7 Chakras
5. Chakra Healing Foods
Chakra Foods: 7 Chakras Food Chart
Food offers you the energy to maintain a healthy flow of energy through your seven internal energy centers. Would you like to learn the best chakra foods for optimum health? Let's talk about how to balance your chakras with healthy and nutritious meals.
6. Chakra Healing Affirmations
Chakra Affirmations: The Ultimate List For All 7 Chakras
If you believe in the law of attraction and the power of positive affirmations, this is an excellent article for you. We have compiled a comprehensive list of the most powerful healing affirmations for all seven chakras. You can use them with your chakra opening exercises at any time.
7. Chakra Healing With Chants & Mantras
Chakra Chants: 7 Chakras Healing Mantras
This article will build on some of the ideas presented in Chakra Sounds, which you may have already read. These are some of the things you'll learn:
- What Does Mantra Mean?
- What Are The 7 Chakra Chants?
- How To Chant Chakra Mantras?
- 3 Ways of Chanting Mantras
- What Are The Benefits of Chanting Mantras?
Would You Like To Learn More?
We hope you enjoyed reading some of the articles listed above. If you want to dive even deeper, check out the rest of the content on our blog plus some of the books listed in this post:
Top 10 Chakra Books | Best Chakra Healing Book
Happy learning! :)