During my yoga teacher training, I uncovered a powerful truth that transformed the way I view stress, healing, and the human body. In addition to earning my yoga and prenatal yoga certifications, I also became certified in Chakra Meditation Healing—something not everyone knows about me.
Here I am completing my very first Level 1 certification with my best friend. She later went on to teach yoga to children.
That Chakra Meditation Healing training opened my eyes to the undeniable link between our emotional lives and our physical bodies. The truth is, stress and emotional blocks don’t just live in our minds. They show up in our bodies—quietly, persistently, and sometimes loudly enough that we can’t ignore them.
Many of these patterns can be traced back to imbalances in our chakras—our body’s energy centers. Let me show you how this plays out in everyday life.
For example, if you’re struggling with financial insecurity, you might notice tightness or pain in your lower back. That’s your root chakra out of balance. If you’re nursing a broken heart or have gone through a breakup, you may feel pressure in your chest or experience shortness of breath—that’s your heart chakra calling for attention. If you’re feeling silenced or unable to speak your truth, your throat may tighten, and your voice might falter. These aren’t just physical symptoms; they’re signals.
I created a simple map for you to help understand these patterns—a visual you can return to as a guide. It’s the map of our 7 Chakras. It’s a reminder that your body and mind are always in conversation with each other.
Let’s take a moment to walk through the seven chakras, or energy centers, in the body, and how each one impacts your emotional and physical well-being.
The 7 Chakras: Your Body’s Energy Centers
1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Location: Base of the spine
Associated with: Safety, security, survival, stability, money
When this chakra is blocked, you may feel anxious, unstable, or experience lower back pain.
2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
Location: Lower abdomen, just below the navel
Associated with: Emotions, pleasure, creativity, sexuality
When blocked, you might feel emotionally disconnected or creatively stuck.
3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
Location: Upper abdomen, stomach area
Associated with: Personal power, will, self-confidence, motivation
When this chakra is out of balance, you may feel powerless, experience digestive issues, or suffer from burnout.
4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)
Location: Center of the chest
Associated with: Love, compassion, forgiveness, connection
Blockages here can feel like emotional numbness, chest tension, or difficulty in forming healthy relationships.
5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
Location: Throat
Associated with: Communication, truth, self-expression
When blocked, you may struggle to express yourself or experience physical symptoms like sore throats or thyroid issues.
6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
Location: Between the eyebrows
Associated with: Intuition, clarity, perception
Blockages here can result in confusion, indecision, or difficulty focusing.
7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
Location: Top of the head
Associated with: Spiritual connection, purpose, higher consciousness
When out of balance, you may feel disconnected, uninspired, or emotionally flat.
When one of these chakras is blocked or underactive, it can lead to imbalances that affect both your physical health and your emotional well-being. Left unaddressed, this can manifest as stress, chronic fatigue, low energy, or even illness.
The good news is, once we’re aware of these connections, we can begin to heal.
Chakra meditation is a powerful practice that helps bring the entire energy system back into harmony. It activates the parasympathetic nervous system—the body’s natural rest-and-repair mode—which is essential for reducing stress and preventing burnout.
This work is personal for me. I’ve used these tools to navigate challenging seasons in my life, and it’s why I continue to share them with others today. They’ve also become an invaluable part of my life and career coaching practice.
If you’re curious about meditation, energy healing, or stress reduction practices, feel free to reach out or leave a comment with your questions. And remember: your body holds wisdom. The more you listen, the more you’ll understand.
All my healing love,
