Interesting Facts about Sacral Chakra and ways to activate it.

The Sacral chakra is the second chakra among the chakra system in our body. It is an important energy center as it governs our creativity, sexual energy etc. along with organs like reproductive organs, bladder, kidney etc. In this article I put some information about sacral Chakra.

What is Sacral chakra?

The Sacral chakra is called as Swadhishtan chakra in Sanskrit. The word Swadhisthana means one’s own place. This is the second chakra of human evolution. That is, the role of this chakra in providing the overall happiness of life is the most important after the foundation of the desire for survival – which is the function of root chakra.

Where is Sacral chakra located?

The Sacral chakra is located in the lower abdomen, in the center of the pubic bone. As it is also the place of the womb, it also indicates the birth and death phase of human life.

Qualities of Sacral Chakra

Even though chakras are energy centers without any color or shape, we identify them by giving them color and shape based on their characteristics and principles. I have listed some such information below

Color: Orange

Symbol :

Element: Water

Vibration: 417 hz

Seed mantra : Vam

More information about Sacral Chakra

The position of the Sacral Chakra summarizes its work and responsibility. It physically controls the reproductive organs as it is located in the lower abdomen. It regulates the water principle in our body by storing and distributing the Vana prana energy. So it is also associated with organs like bladder, kidney, etc. Besides, it also signifies birth as it is part of the womb. That is, we need a balanced sacral chakra to bring any person or thing into our life.

This chakra also refers to the child within us. Qualities like creativity, happiness are also associated with it. All old traumas accumulate in this chakra. So even when we think we are out of those old traumas they come down with time and remain in this Sacral Chakra. If it is not addressed properly, it will lead to one or other problem for the rest of our life.

Even though water has no color, the color of this water chakra is orange. This is because it is in the middle of the red (Root) and yellow (Solar Plexus) chakras. A combination of these two colors is indicated by orange color.

The six lotus petals seen in the symbol of the Sacral Chakra represent six enemies within us and that needs to be conquered. The circle and half moon in between indicate the frequency of births and deaths.

Balanced Sacra Chakra

When the Sacral Chakra is functioning well it gives form to our desires and enables them to be implemented. It helps us express our emotional needs properly.

Some of the behaviors of a person with an active Sacral Chakra can be seen below.

• Strong emotional stance.

• Regulating emotions according to the situation.

• Not seeing oneself as a victim of any situation.

• Treating everyone well irrespective of situation and person.

• Behaving respectfully with elders and juniors.

• A Complete health of the organs around the Sacral Chakra.

Symptoms of inactive Sacral Chakra

If the Sacral Chakra becomes dormant, inactive or overactive it can lead to certain physical/mental ailments. Let’s see about them one by one.

Physical symptoms

• Arthritis

• Chronic back pain

• Anemia

• Sexual problem

• Menstrual problem

• Urinary tract problem

• Tiredness

Mental symptoms

• Fluctuating mood.

• Dominating others excessively or being dominated by others.

• Extremely selfish / or completely neglecting themselves for others.

• Addicts

• Being lonely

• Pretending to be busy with their work to avoid dealing with others

• Failure to control sensory urges

• Lack of creativity

• Depression

Balancing an unbalanced Sacral Chakra

Sacral Chakra harmonizes the energy flow of our body. So balancing this chakra is very important to maintain enthusiasm in life. In that regard, I have given some treatment methods here.

1. Mantra:

Some vibrations come out from the movement of these chakras. These vibrations become sound. Later it was recognized as Seed mantras. So here, the mantra of the Sacral Chakra is ‘Vam’. Regular listening or chanting of this seed Mantra can re-energize the Sacral Chakra.

2. Reciting Positive Sentences:

Chanting positive sentences continuously for a certain time (10-15 minutes) will make our subconscious mind believe it and work to make it true. So the positive sentences given below can be used to awaken the Sacral Chakra I am a creative person. I gladly accept the change. I am able to balance my emotions. I deserve to be happy in life.I deserve unconditional love.Take a sentence and recite any of these that match you.

3. Meditation on the Swadhisthana Chakra

Meditation is a wonderful gift to mankind. Any problem can be solved by meditation. There are certain meditation practices specifically for activating the Sacral Chakra. If that is not possible then meditate on Vam seed matra.

4. Spending time near water bodies:

As you already know Sacral chakra is the chakra related to water principle. That means more contact with water results in its better performance. Spending as much time as possible near water bodies like rivers, seas, lakes etc. (with proper protection) is advisable. Bathing is also a good idea.

5. Using more of Orange Color:

As this chakra is identified with the color orange, use more orange color in your home, room, orange screen, orange meditation seat, etc. Orange colored cloth can also be used more and more.

6. Reiki

Sending Reiki towards the Sacral Chakra can activate it. This task is even easier if you are a Reiki practitioner. Non-reiki practitioners can receive this treatment from a Reiki practitioner.

7. yoga

Many of the asanas in our yoga practice stimulate the Sacral Chakra. Some such asanas are standing forward bend(Uttanasana), crow pose(Kakasana), Trikonasana, Ananda Balasana, Badda Konasana etc. It is best to learn and practice these asanas from a good yoga teacher.

Finally..

There is no doubt about the positive impact a balanced Swadhisthana Chakra has on our quality of life. It is best for everyone to devote at least some time in your daily routine to its strengths.