What is a Chakra?
What is a Chakra, or Energy Wheel, as they are sometimes called?
Chakras are often described as energy centers within the body that influence both physical and emotional well‑being. While the concept comes from ancient traditions, many people today explore chakras as a way to better understand the connection between mind, body, and spirit.
There are seven main chakras, each linked to specific colors, organs, and even musical notes. These are the ones most often discussed in yoga, meditation, and energy practices. However, some traditions describe additional chakras — sometimes 11 or 12 along the spine, and in certain systems as many as 114 throughout the body. For this post, we’ll focus on the seven primary chakras that are most widely recognized.
Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Color: Red
Organs: Spine, legs, feet, rectum, immune system
Musical Note: C
Related to: Stability, grounding, and a sense of security
Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
Color: Orange
Organs: Reproductive organs, kidneys, bladder, circulatory system
Musical Note: D
Related to: Creativity, pleasure, and emotional expression
Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
Color: Yellow
Organs: Digestive system, pancreas, liver, stomach
Musical Note: E
Related to: Confidence, personal power, and motivation
Heart Chakra (Anahata)
Color: Green
Organs: Heart, lungs, thymus gland, circulatory system
Musical Note: F
Related to: Love, compassion, and emotional balance
Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
Color: Blue
Organs: Thyroid, respiratory system, vocal cords
Musical Note: G
Related to: Communication, truth, and self‑expression
Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
Color: Indigo
Organs: Brain, eyes, pineal gland, pituitary gland
Musical Note: A
Related to: Intuition, insight, and inner wisdom
Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
Color: Violet or White
Organs: Brain, nervous system
Musical Note: B
Related to: Spiritual connection, awareness, and higher consciousness
Closing Reflection
Do you feel connected to any of the seven chakras we explored here? Take a moment to notice which one resonates most with you today — it might surprise you.
