Crown

The seventh chakra, the crown (Sahasrara), is associated with awakening our spirituality. This chakra is our highest energy center and brings inner wisdom and spiritual growth. A balanced seventh chakra connects us to the highest state of enlightenment and cosmic consciousness. A balanced seventh chakra brings:

  • a sense of bliss

  • wisdom

  • intuitive knowing

  • spiritual development

  • humanitarianism,

  • connection to the Divine

  • universal higher consciousness

Associated body parts: center of the head, brain

Emotional Issues: worry, depression, psychosis, insanity

Physical Issues: cerebral illnesses, musculoskeletal diseases, skin problems, hypersensitivity to light and sounds, chronic exhaustion

Sanskrit: Sahasrara
Location: top of the head
Spirit Animal: Eagle
Color: violet
Mantra: om
Element: energy
Sense: oneness
Food: none (fasting, ingest only water, juices)
Gemstones and crystals: clear quartz, amethyst, black opal, diamond
Essential oils: frankincense, geranium, sandalwood
Flower essences: lotus, star tulip, yarrow
Yoga asana: Adho Mukhasana (downward dog)
Beneficial activities: chanting, silent meditation