Chakras Archives - Costa Pacifica LIVING https://stage.costapacificaliving.com/tag/chakras/ Costa Rica's Luxury Lifestyle News Magazine Thu, 05 Nov 2020 03:42:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://stage.costapacificaliving.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-costa-pacifica-living-magazine-logo-1024x1024@2x-32x32.png Chakras Archives - Costa Pacifica LIVING https://stage.costapacificaliving.com/tag/chakras/ 32 32 Mudras: Hand Gestures https://stage.costapacificaliving.com/costa-rica-life/health-wellness-costa-rica/mudras-hand-gestures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mudras-hand-gestures Sat, 04 Jul 2020 22:18:53 +0000 https://costapacificaliving.com/staging/?p=2400 Mudra means “seal,” “gesture,” or “mark.” Yoga mudras are symbolic gestures often practiced with the hands and fingers. They facilitate the…

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]]> Mudra means “seal,” “gesture,” or “mark.” Yoga mudras are symbolic gestures often practiced with the hands and fingers. They facilitate the flow of energy in the subtle body and enhance one’s journey within. Explore mudras step by step and add something new to your practice. It’s helpful to use mudras along with meditation, pranayama and asana postures to promote healing and balance in the body, between the elements and the chakras.

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]]> Aligning Chakras https://stage.costapacificaliving.com/costa-rica-life/health-wellness-costa-rica/aligning-chakras/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aligning-chakras Sat, 04 Jul 2020 22:12:39 +0000 https://costapacificaliving.com/staging/?p=2394 Chakras are defined as the concentrated energy centers of the body. Chakra is a Sanskrit term and it means “wheel” or…

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]]> Chakras are defined as the concentrated energy centers of the body. Chakra is a Sanskrit term and it means “wheel” or “disk”. Chakras are spinning wheels of energy/light. It is said that when we are at dis-ease we may be experiencing a dis-balance of our chakras. There are ways to identify, clear and align chakras. Below you will find mantras, foods to eat and signs of imbalance in each chakra.

We hope you enjoy our guide!

1st – Root Chakra: Muladhara

Mantra: I am confident. I am full of energy.

  • Represents: Basic trust, safety, security, stability, foundation
  • Problems: colon issues, lower back pain, varicose veins, emotional issues surrounding money and security, scattered energy, anxiety, fear
  • Foods to eat: beets, parsnips, rutabaga, apples, pomegranates, protein
  • Sound: LAM

2nd – Sacral Chakra: Svadhishthana

Mantra: I constantly have new ideas to create the life I want.

  • Represents: Sexuality, creative & sexual energy
  • Problems: infertility, hip pain, sexual dysfunction, emotional imbalances or isolation, creative blocks
  • Foods to eat: seeds, nuts, oranges, carrots, pumpkins
  • Sound: VAM

3rd – Solar Plexus Chakra: Manipura

Mantra: I am organized. I can accomplish my dreams.

  • Represents: Wisdom, power, self-esteem, pleasure, will-power & personal responsibility
  • Problems: gas, bloating, liver issues, stomach ulcers, eating disorders, lack of self-confidence, procrastination, control issues, manipulation
  • Foods to eat: yellow peppers, yellow lentils, yellow squash, oats, spelt
  • Sound: RAM

4th – Heart Chakra: Anahata

Mantra: I am Loved. I am Loving.

  • Represents: Love, healing, self-love & governs our relationships
  • Problems: heart and lung problems, asthma, allergies, fear of intimacy, depression, lack of self-discipline
  • Foods to eat: broccoli, kale, chard, all other leafy greens
  • Sound: YAM

5th – Throat Chakra: Vishuddha

Mantra: I express myself freely.

  • Represents: Communication, the ability to speak & communicate clearly & effectively
  • Problems: thyroid disease, frequent sore throat, difficulty expressing feelings, shyness, withdrawn, arrogance
  • Foods to eat: blueberries, figs, kelp
  • Sound: HAM

6th – Third Eye: Ajna

Mantra: I am Calm. I can solve my problems.

  • Represents: Awareness, intuition, foresight & is driven by openness & imagination
  • Problems: depression, poor eyesight, hormonal imbalances, poor intuition, lack of direction or clarity
  • Foods to eat: purple potatoes, blackberries, plums, purple grapes
  • Sound: OM

7th – Crown Chakra: Sahasrara

Mantra: I am at Peace.

  • Represents: Spirituality, states of higher consciousness & divine connection
  • Problems: issues with sleep/wake cycle, feeling disconnected from your body or others, difficulty meditating, spiritual discomfort, cynicism, closed mindedness, disregard for what is sacred
  • Solutions: fresh air, sunlight, nature
  • Sound: Silence

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