Chakras
What are Chakras?
A chakra is an energy center or nadir of the body's largely internal energy system. This energy flow system has channels. The energy flows through the body as the body's circulatory system's blood or lymphatic system's lymph fluid do. Various healing methods have differing names for this concept of energy flow system. All of these methods utilize energy channels with entry and exit areas to re-balance the body energies to decrease symptoms. Some alternative healing methods that incorporate this concept are: acupuncture; crystal therapy; therapeutic touch; pranic healing
How does the chakra differ from the previously discussed topic of "aura"?
The chakra is made up of energy/wave particles as is the aura . Chakras, like auras, have shape, color, temperature. The major difference is location. The aura layer is the outer covering for the physical body. The chakra energy system is essentially internal(the head chakra is one exception). Sources conflict as to whether or not the functions of these 2 aspects of subtle anatomy are different. In my experience, the aura serves as a symptom diagnostic agent as well as a defensive protective "coat" for the body. The chakra system "feeds" the body. The chakras are places of additional energy activity for adding, unblocking, and/or draining energy or prana.
What is the purpose of sensing chakras?
Sensing chakras is the first step in balancing chakras. Balanced chakras mean balanced energy. Balanced energy will correspond to increased levels of wellness. Myriads of approaches exist to balance the body energy. As we progress, we will define, compare, and contrast these re-alignment methods. As practical primers to this exploration, we will continue to work with auras and chakras. The chakras, in contrast to auras which are visually striking, are most easily sensed via touch.