EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
THE SACRAL CHAKRA
This chakra is located right below the naval. It is associated with sensuality and creativity. The primary function of this energy center is a pleasure and overall enjoyment of life. When this chakra is balanced and functioning properly, we can expect our relationship with ourselves and the world to feel harmonious, pleasureful, and nurturing.
Crystals like Carnelian, Snowflake Obsidian, Orange Calcite. Citrine. Sunstone. Tigers Eye. Amber. Moonstone. Aragonite. Goldstone, and Amethyst are all here to bring a warm glow and healthy flow to the center of your being.
SIGNS OF UNBALANCED SACRAL CHAKRA :
- Feeling lonely
- Being socially anxious or shy
- Being self-critical and judgmental of others
- Holding grudges
- Feeling unable to give or receive openly and freely
SIGNS OF OVERACTIVE SACRAL CHAKRA :
- Feeling consumed by your emotions, as if drowning in them.
- Experiencing emotional ups and downs.
- Using escapism to avoid life.
- Showing obsessive affection that isn’t returned.
- Engaging in inappropriate expressions of sexuality.
SEPTEMBER IS PAIN AWARENESS MONTH:
Did you know that nearly 100 million Americans experience chronic pain? This pain could be caused by arthritis. low back pain, or headaches just to name a few. Instead of reaching for another dose of medication maybe try reaching for your toes instead. Yoga is a practice that combines the physical aspect of exercise with the mental practice of mindfulness and meditation. A moving meditation if you will. It increases flexibility, reduces inflammation, decreases lower back pain, decreases stress, tames anxiety, and releases feel-good endorphins helping people to cope with their pain more effectively. Adding mindful movement into your routine will help you thrive through your day.
FOODS FOR THE SACRAL CHAKRA
- Mangoes
- Oranges
- Carrots
- Orange peppers
- Peaches
- Apricots Sweet potatoes
- Salmon
SACRAL CHAKRA AFFIRMATION
- I accept the flow of life.
- I use my energy for creative expression.
- I am free to express my emotions in a healthy way.
- I honor my sensual expression.
- I am an empowered sexual being.
- My creativity flows effortlessly.
SACRAL CHAKRA SMOOTHIE
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Banana, frozen
- 1 cup Mango, Fresh
- 1/2 cup Papaya, Fresh
- 1/3 cup Raspberries
- 1 Almond milk splash
- 1 pinch of Cinnamon Powder
PREPARATION TIME: 5 minutes
SERVINGS: 2 servings
- 1 Banana, frozen
- 1 cup Mango, Fresh
- 1/2 cup Papaya, Fresh
- 1/3 cup Raspberries
- 1 Almond milk splash
- 1 pinch of Cinnamon Powder
HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVES :
- Meditation
- Visualization
Camel Pose
BENEFITS :
Camel pose is the reverse position of sitting. A back-bending pose that opens the front part of your body while strengthening the back of your body. This pose opens your hips and your heart space. It can create intense emotions for the practitioner so be open to whatever comes up and allow it to flow through your body and into the universe.
BODY QUES :
From the downward facing dog, drop to your knees and walk 2/3 the way up your mat. Now stand up on your knees, and make sure your knees and your feet are hip-width distance apart. Bring your hands to your back pockets, your fingers pointing up. and your thumbs into your sacrum. Draw your elbows towards each other, tuck your tailbone, inhale your chest up and begin to release your head back. If this feels good, then you can reach back and grab each heel one at a time.
When you grip your heels make sure your thumbs are on the outside of your ankles. You can come up onto your toes if you need more space. Set your gaze at a spot behind you and hold this pose for 5 breaths. You should be able to breathe freely and without restriction. If you are having a hard time, then bring your neck back up tuck your chin slightly and go back again. If this hurts your neck your head can remain neutral and aligned with your spine. Find what feels good for you in this moment and in this pose.
