Sahasrara Chakra

 Sahasrara Chakra: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide

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                         Sahasrara Chakra, the crown energy center positioned at the top of the head, represents spiritual connection, divine consciousness, and enlightenment within the subtle body. Sahasrara Chakra is considered the seat of pure consciousness, transcending the limitations of the physical world. This chakra governs our connection to the divine, higher consciousness, and spiritual awakening. When Sahasrara Chakra is in balance, individuals experience a sense of spiritual connection, inner wisdom, and a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of all things. Practices like meditation, deep contemplation, and spiritual practices are aimed at balancing and awakening Sahasrara Chakra, allowing for a free flow of spiritual energy. Awakening and nurturing Sahasrara Chakra is essential for spiritual evolution, experiencing a deeper connection to the universe, and reaching a state of divine consciousness and enlightenment.

                       In our previous posts, we learned about The Muladhara Chakra, Swadhishthana Chakra, Manipura Chakra, Anahata Chakra, Vishuddha Chakra and Ajna Chakra. Now in this post, we take a step forward and try to get some knowledge about another most important human Chakra called, "Sahasrara Chakra".

                      Embark on a journey of spiritual enlightenment and cosmic connection with the Sahasrara Chakra, the crown energy center that governs our connection to the divine and universal consciousness. Located at the top of the head, this chakra is the gateway to our spiritual awakening and transcendence beyond the limitations of the physical world. Learn how to balance and activate the Sahasrara Chakra with yoga, meditation, and other powerful techniques, and open yourself up to profound states of bliss, oneness, and spiritual transformation. Explore the world of the Sahasrara Chakra today.

Sahasrara Chakra

Crown center
Sahasrara = thousand, infinite, innumerable

Crown Chakra or Sahasrara Chakra (Sahasrara chakra or crown chakra) is the seventh chakra in the body that activates divine energy. The Sanskrit word Sahasrara means 'thousand' or 'infinite'. The 7 chakras in the body are symbolized by the petals of a lotus flower, which preserve the flow of energy. When all the petals are fully opened, a universal balance of body, mind, and soul is achieved. The Sahasrara Chakra is located at the top of the head and is also known as the Crown Chakra. Sahasrara is the last of the seven chakras.

The Sahasrara Chakra is located at the top of the head. It is also called the "Thousand Petaled Lotus,"  "Brahma Randhra" (Gateway of God), or "The Center of Laksh Rays" because it radiates light like the Sun. No other light comes close to the brightness of the Sun. Similarly, the energies and radiations of all the other chakras get clouded by the radiation of the Sahasrara Chakra.

                                 There is an important power in the Sahasrar Chakra: Medha Shakti. Brain power is a hormone that affects brain processes such as memory, concentration, and intelligence. Medha Shakti can be activated and strengthened by yoga exercises.

                                 The Sahasrara Chakra does not have any special color or quality. It is pure light, which has all the colors. The energy of all the nadis is combined in this center, similar to how thousands of rivers flow into the ocean. Here the soul is the back of Shiva. The awakening of the Sahasrara Chakra means a divine miracle and a vision of the Supreme Consciousness. Just as the night vanishes with the sunrise, in the same way, ignorance vanishes (destroyed) by the awakening of the Sahasrara Chakra.

                                This chakra represents the purpose of yoga—self-realization, and God-realization, where the soul of the individual connects with the consciousness of the universe. One who attains this is freed from all karma and attains moksha—completely free from the cycle of rebirth and death. In meditation, the yogi reaches Nirvikalpa Samadhi (the highest level of trance) at the Sahasrara Chakra, where the mind becomes completely still and the knowledge, the knower, and the known are merged into one and attain perfection.

                              The thousand-petalled lotus blossoming in the Sahasrara Chakra is symbolic of the whole, expanded consciousness. The deity of this chakra is Lord Shiva in the form of pure, supreme consciousness. Its corresponding form is the principle Aditattva, the supreme, spiritual principle. The mantra is the same as it is for the Ajna Chakra – the basic chant 'ॐ', 'Om'.

Location of the Sahasrara chakra

The Sahasrara Chakra is located on the crown of the head below the Brahmarandhra, which is easily visible in a newborn baby. It is also known as the thousand-petalled lotus, Brahmarandhra (the gate of Brahma), and the source of light (because a supernatural light as bright as the sun emanates from it). No other light reaches the brightness of the Sun. Similarly, in front of the incomparable brightness of the Sahasrara Chakra, the brightness of all other chakras fades.

Sahasrara Chakra

The spiritual connection to purple

Purple or white is the color of the Crown Chakra. Purple is the color of spirituality and it is a unifying color. When fully activated, all the qualities of other chakras are contained. It also brings a strong sense of letting go and the joy of change. Due to this, a deep change is felt. The feeling that arises from the color violet or purple allows one to see the existence of oneself beyond material and material values.

Sahasrara Chakra Imbalance Problems 

The biggest challenge of the Crown Chakra is on a mental level. When someone goes too far back. attached to the materialistic pursuits of this existence, and at the same time trapped in his own way of thinking.

A person with a blocked Sahasrara Chakra may experience a reluctance to be open to other thoughts, ideas, or knowledge.

When the Sahasrara Chakra is imbalanced, symptoms such as psychosis, disconnection from the body, and being disconnected or disconnected and ungrounded also appear.

Can produce different symptoms depending on the excessive or insufficient activity.

Symptoms of an overactive Sahasrara Chakra

1. Crookedness
2. Apathy
3. Spiritual Addiction
4. Self-Destructive Tendencies
5. Overwhelmed With Knowledge

Symptoms of an inactive Sahasrara Chakra

• Confusion about what you want to do?
• Lack Of Motivation.
• Desire To Sleep More.
• Poor Coordination.
• Chronic headaches and unnecessary worry.
• Exhaustion.

Yoga Kriya to Open the Sahasrara Chakra

All exercises are good for keeping the seven chakras open and symbolic in the body. Meditation promotes self-awareness, mindfulness, and relaxation.

• Sit in a comfortable position with your back straight and feet flat on the floor.
• Bring your hands into the position of 'Gyan Mudra' by placing your hands on your knees and turning your rays towards the sky.
• Close your eyes and inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth.
• Keep breathing slowly and evenly. Imagine that the petals of the lotus are glowing white.
• Visualize the color of the sun shining around the crown of your head and letting it slowly spread throughout your body.
• After 5 to 10 minutes, open your eyes and sit quietly for some time.
• Chanting the seed mantra Om also helps in deep meditation and healing of the chakra.

Sahasrara Chakra

Affirmation is also one of the best techniques to balance the chakras. All of them aim to instill confidence and belief in yourself without any judgment or arrogance. These affirmations promote an open crown chakra.

• Divinity resides within me.
• I am open to new ideas.
• The information I need comes to me.
• The world is my teacher.
• I am guided by a Higher Power.
• I am guided by inner wisdom.

Features of an active Sahasrara Chakra

• When the Sahasrara Chakra is activated in the body, it brings about a more positive outlook on life.
• Changes are visible in our habits and attitudes. The self is no longer governed by the ego.
• In its awakened state, movements such as gratitude, compassion, and acceptance become our true self. It is the rejection of all those negative thoughts that bring unhappiness and stress to our lives.
• A balanced Crown Chakra in a person brings spiritual understanding and peace with a clear perspective. When the Crown Chakra becomes unbalanced or blocked, one may experience disillusionment, boredom, sadness, and restlessness.

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