Located in the lower abdomen and is associated with the colour orange. It represents our creativity, sexuality, and ability to experience a pleasure.
The symbol of the sacral chakra: It is also known as Svadhisthana in Sanskrit, and is a lotus flower with six petals. Inside the lotus, there is a crescent moon, which represents the feminine energy and creativity associated with the sacral chakra. The colour associated with the sacral chakra is orange, which represents the warmth, joy, and enthusiasm that are associated with this energy centre. When the sacral chakra is balanced, we feel open, creative, and able to enjoy the pleasures of life.
Colour: Orange
Element: Water
Stone: Tiger’s Eye
Mantra: The seed mantra (beej mantra) of Svadhishthana Chakra is the ‘Vam’ Mantra.
Signs of Sacral chakra imbalance:
When this chakra is imbalanced, you may experience issues with creativity, intimacy, and pleasure.
Physical symptoms may include menstrual cramps, urinary problems, and lower back pain.
How can you balance the Sacral chakra:
You can balance this chakra by engaging in creative activities, such as painting or dancing.
Yoga poses to activate the Sacral Chakra:
There are several yoga poses that can help activate and balance the sacral chakra (Svadhisthana).
Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana): Sit on the floor with the soles of your feet touching, bringing your heels as close to your body as possible. Use your hands to gently press your knees towards the floor. This pose helps to open the hips, which can help to activate the sacral chakra.
Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana): Lie on your back with a bolster or pillow under your upper back. Bring the soles of your feet together and let your knees fall open to the sides. This pose helps to release tension in the hips and lower back, while also opening the sacral chakra.
Child’s Pose (Balasana): Kneel down with your toes together and your knees apart. Lower your hips back onto your heels, reaching your arms forward and resting your forehead on the mat. This pose helps to release tension in the hips and lower back, which can help to activate the sacral chakra.
Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II): Stand with your feet wide apart and turn your right foot out to the side. Bend your right knee, keeping it directly over your ankle. Extend your arms out to the sides, reaching through your fingertips. This pose helps to cultivate strength and confidence, which are associated with the sacral chakra.
Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana): From Warrior II, reach your right hand forward and down towards the floor, lifting your left leg up and back behind you. Keep your gaze up towards your left hand. This pose helps to cultivate balance and stability, while also activating the sacral chakra.
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