By Palak Bhatt – Reiki Master & Mindfulness Coach
Our body is more than flesh and bones — it is energy, emotion, and intuition. At the center of this energetic existence lie the chakras – powerful energy points that influence our physical health, emotions, and spiritual connection.
The word chakra, meaning “wheel” in Sanskrit, represents spinning energy centers from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. When open and balanced, we feel aligned, grounded, and purposeful. But when blocked, these chakras can lead to emotional turmoil, physical ailments, or a feeling of disconnection.
Let’s explore each chakra briefly — its qualities, symptoms of imbalance, and healing tools.

1. Root Chakra – Muladhara
Location: Base of the spine
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Seed Mantra: LAM
Musical Instrument: Drums
Blocked Symptoms: Anxiety, fear, restlessness, financial instability, feeling unsafe or unsupported
Healing Activities: Walking barefoot, grounding meditations, gardening, connecting with nature
Foods: Root vegetables, proteins, red fruits
Affirmation: “I am safe, supported, and grounded.”
2. Sacral Chakra – Svadhisthana
Location: Lower abdomen, below the navel
Color: Orange
Element: Water
Seed Mantra: VAM
Musical Instrument: Flute
Blocked Symptoms: Lack of creativity, sexual dysfunction, emotional numbness, guilt, shame
Healing Activities: Dance, swimming, creative arts, sensual movement
Foods: Oranges, mangoes, nuts, coconut, water-rich fruits
Affirmation: “I embrace pleasure, creativity, and emotional flow.”
3. Solar Plexus Chakra – Manipura
Location: Upper abdomen (stomach area)
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Seed Mantra: RAM
Musical Instrument: Guitar
Blocked Symptoms: Low self-esteem, digestive issues, anger, control issues, procrastination
Healing Activities: Core exercises, sun exposure, breathwork (breath of fire)
Foods: Bananas, corn, ginger, turmeric, grains
Affirmation: “I am confident, empowered, and in control.”

4. Heart Chakra – Anahata
Location: Center of the chest
Color: Green (also Pink)
Element: Air
Seed Mantra: YAM
Musical Instrument: Harp
Blocked Symptoms: Loneliness, jealousy, fear of intimacy, holding grudges, respiratory issues
Healing Activities: Heart-opening yoga, forgiveness rituals, practicing gratitude and compassion
Foods: Leafy greens, green tea, cucumbers, avocados
Affirmation: “I give and receive love freely.”
5. Throat Chakra – Vishuddha
Location: Throat
Color: Blue
Element: Ether / Sound
Seed Mantra: HAM
Musical Instrument: Singing bowls, your own voice
Blocked Symptoms: Fear of speaking up, sore throat, thyroid problems, shyness, dishonesty
Healing Activities: Singing, chanting, journaling, authentic communication
Foods: Blueberries, herbal teas, honey, coconut water
Affirmation: “I express myself with clarity and honesty.”
6. Third Eye Chakra – Ajna
Location: Between the eyebrows
Color: Indigo
Element: Light
Seed Mantra: OM
Musical Instrument: Bells
Blocked Symptoms: Lack of clarity, poor intuition, nightmares, overthinking, headaches
Healing Activities: Meditation, visualization, candle gazing, silence
Foods: Purple fruits, dark chocolate, eggplant, herbal infusions
Affirmation: “I trust my intuition and inner wisdom.”

7. Crown Chakra – Sahasrara
Location: Top of the head
Color: Violet or White
Element: Divine Consciousness
Seed Mantra: Silence or OM
Musical Instrument: Wind chimes, silence
Blocked Symptoms: Feeling disconnected from spirituality, depression, confusion, narrow-mindedness
Healing Activities: Meditation, prayer, gratitude practice, spiritual studies
Foods: Fasting, light meals, herbal teas, pure water
Affirmation: “I am connected to the universe and divine guidance.”
Closing Thought:
Your chakras are living centers of energy — treat them with attention, intention, and love. Whether you feel ungrounded, emotionally blocked, or creatively stuck, your healing begins by tuning into these sacred wheels.
Every breath, every choice, every thought is an opportunity to return to balance.
Palak Bhatt is a Reiki Master, Meditation  instructor, and mindfulness coach. She offers personal and corporate space-cleansing rituals across Nairobi and internationally. Through Midas Touch by Palak, she helps individuals and businesses attract healing, clarity, and abundance through energy work and holistic wellness.

Love & Light 

Palak Bhatt 
Mindfulness Coach & Reiki Master
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