Anahata

This post is about the heart chakra; inspired by the April WordPress prompt word “Green”. In Yoga philosphy, there is a model that depicts seven spinning wheels of light, energy and sound – the chakras. They are arranged from the base of the spine to the area just above the crown of the head. In the middle is the heart; the connection between the lower and higher chakras.

The root chakra is at the base of the spine, with the colour red, like lava, and the element earth. This is the seat of our most basic needs. We are grateful to feel safe, secure and at ease. We have enough of what we need to survive – clean water, nourishing food and a roof over our heads. We trust and we are grounded; anchored to the earth, our home.

The sacral chakra is below the navel, with the colour orange, like a sunset, and the element water. This is the seat of our our sensuality and creativity. We are grateful for having our senses and experiencing the sight, sound, touch, smell and taste. All that is wonderful to immerse ourselves, our senses inspire creativity and we flourish; even when flowing through the changing seasons of life.

The solar plexus chakra is just beneath the lower ribs, with the colour yellow and the element of fire. This is the seat of our courage, strength and personal power. Here, we recognise and are grateful for our unique strengths. With all humility, we allow our own sun to shine at full strength and make light for those around us.

The heart chakra is in the centre of the chest, with the colour green and the element of air – the very air that we breathe, the air that gives us life and the air that connects all of us…

Below is my little piece on the heart, as well as free 35-minute flow for you to try:

35-minute beginner/Level 1 flow

There, in the centre, is the connection between our humanity and our spirituality. Verdant like a new leaf in an emerald forest, love is reborn. Resonating unstruck; unhurt.

The cymbals never connect, yet a beautiful sound emanates.

And it is pure love.

The subtle intermingling of a desire for security, sensuality and self-belief flows into a heart made to fold into compassion, love and joy.

Like the air we breath and the oxygen in our veins… we are all of these elements – earth, water, fire – yet, through the inhale and exhale, tied to those higher dimensions of connection.

The freedom and courage to express what we feel; what we think. To speak our truth.

The wisdom to question our thoughts and how they shape what we feel; the insight to follow our gut. Does it feel right inside?

And the humility to explore a universe beyond our life and our world; a source of wisdom beyond our humanity.

A simple prayer for guidance.

#WordPrompt Green

(Many sources were studied over time – there is nothing new under the sun. However, this post was written from understanding, with no quotes or AI :-).