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The concept of the chakra appears to originate from the Vedas. According to these beliefs, it is an energy centre in the etheric body. There are many different chakra systems, but the most popular is composed of 7 primary chakras. It is traditionally believed that the chakras represent systems that interact with the body's biological processes. Many people believe that it is the concept of the transfer of energy throughout the organs, endocrine system and nervous system. This is said to result in healthy physiology, and cellular functions.

Chakras are significant in both Vedic, and Tantric traditions, and is part of their core principles. Although they have this commonality, they explore these ideas differently. The Vedic tradition emphasises collective power, while the Tantric tradition emphasises individual power. More information on the Vedic and Tantric traditions can be found in the link at the bottom of the description.

Root Chakra:

The root chakra or Muladhara is the first chakra, and is located at the base of the spine. Muladhara is formed from two Sanskrit words: Mula meaning "root" and Adhara, meaning "support" or "foundation".

The root chakra's primary aspects are survival and coexistence with nature. It requires basic necessities such as food, water, shelter and safety.

It's emotional challenge is to release fear.

Sacral Chakra:

The sacral chakra or Svadhisthana is the second chakra, and is located above the pubic bone and below the navel, and encompasses the genital region. Svadhisthana is formed from two Sanskrit words: "swa" means “one’s own” and "adhisthana" means “dwelling place or residence,” it literally translates into: “One’s own residence."

The sacral chakras primary psychological aspects are emotional, relationships, reproduction, desire, connection, communication, creativity.

It's emotional challenges are primarily: care, feeling, and self-acceptance.

Solar Plexus Chakra:

The solar plexus chakra or Manipura is the third chakra, and is located between the navel and solar plexus. Manipura is a Sanskrit word, "mani" means "brilliant or jewel" and "pura" means “city or house”.

The solar plexus chakra's primary psychological aspects are identity, ego/personality, willpower, motivation, self-discipline, self-esteem, action, courage.

Heart Chakra:

The heart chakra or Anahata is the fourth chakra, and is translated into: unhurt, un-struck, or unbeaten. It is the healing centre and is found directly in the centre of the chest, not precisely where the heart (organ) is.

The prominent psychological lessons from this chakra are forgiveness, unconditional love and compassion.

Throat Chakra:

The throat chakra or Vishuddha is the fifth chakra, and is translated into: "pure" or "purification". It is located at the centre of the neck at the throat, it is the passage of the energy between the lower parts of the body and the head.

The prominent lessons from this chakra are communication, creative expression, authenticity. The primary psychological challenges are to listen deeply, speak honestly, and precision in expression.

Third Eye Chakra:

The third eye chakra, brow chakra or Ajna is the sixth chakra, and is translated into: "perceiving”, or “command”. It is located between the brow, or alternatively in the centre of the brain.

The third eye chakra's primary aspects are: seeing, understanding, consciousness, creativity, imagination, realisation, expression, wisdom and insight.

The prominent psychological lessons from this chakra is to be an attentive observer (all senses). The main challenge is to see beyond all illusions, and extract only the truth.

Crown Chakra:

The crown chakra, or Sahasrara is the seventh chakra, and is translated into: thousand petals. It is located on the Vertex of the head.

The prominent psychological lesson and primary challenge is to release your attachments to desire.

The seventh primary energy centre is a receiver and transmitter for energy and consciousness.