Located at the top of the head, the crown or seventh chakra represents unity, divine wisdom and our connection with our Higher Selves. When functioning well, it is the place where Universal Life Force, or Chi, enters the body and spreads to the other six chakras below.
The crown chakra is also known as Sahasrara, which is Sanskrit for thousand-fold. This pertains to the Lotus flower of one thousand petals which represents the crown chakra. The main purpose of the crown chakra is to develop our spiritual connection with the divine Source, whether we refer to this as God, Universe, Goddess, etc. This, in turn, helps us to realize our oneness, which is our connection with each other, with all life on earth and beyond.
Crown Chakra Correspondences
- Associated Colors- white and violet
- Element- Ether, divine fire, pure consciousness
- Main Issues- Spiritual development, unity
- Life Lessons- Release of attachments, intuitive knowledge, selflessness, ethics, learning to live fully in the moment, integrating the spiritual self with the physical self
- Crystals and Gemstones- Amethyst, selenite, crystal quartz, white jade, diamonds, pearls
- Essential Oils- Lavender, frankincense, rosewood, cinnamon
- Under-active Crown Chakra- No spiritual spark, difficult time making decisions, a sense of apathy, rigid thinking
- Over-active Crown Chakra- Fanatical spiritual beliefs, destructive or unrealized power, egotistical, a sense of despair, hyperactivity
- Physical dysfunction- Sensitivity to light or sound, headaches, exhaustion *
When the crown chakra is open and balanced you will feel aware of the world around you as well as your own place in the world. Your thoughts will be clearer and your higher self will be communicating properly with your physical body.
Keep the Crown Chakra Balanced
The violet energy of the crown chakra can help with healing, intuition and protection from negativity. If you find yourself feeling ungrounded or disconnected from your spirit, it may be that you have too much violet energy in you. In that case you will want to decrease it through the use of the color orange. This can be done by wearing an orange article of clothing, keeping an orange gemstone with you (amber or tiger's eye), or eating orange foods such as carrots, oranges or peaches.
Use sound to keep the crown chakra balanced. Find a quiet, comfortable spot where you can sit uninterrupted for ten or fifteen minutes. Play soft, classical music, nature sounds or the sound of Tibetan singing bowls. Feel your crown chakra become healed and balanced as you sit and listen.
Some other ways to balance the crown chakra include-
- Chanting with the sound of Om
- Going on a spiritual retreat
- Taking part in sacred rituals
- Meditation with a focus on the crown chakra
- The chakra system is meant to work together as a whole, so be sure to regularly attend to each of the chakras in order to help them stay aligned and balanced.
* Disclaimer- The information given in this article is not meant to replace the care of a qualified medical practitioner. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms be sure to consult with your doctor.
