Anahata (Heart)

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Color- Green

Element- Air

Sound- Yam

General Info- The fourth and often considered the most crucial. It is the bridge between the lower and upper chakras, balancing the material and spiritual worlds and facilitating our emotional and physical well-being. Pure love opens the fourth chakra, allowing us to receive and give love unconditionally. In Sanskrit, anahata means “unstruck” and it describes the Heart Chakra perfectly. Balancing the energy of this chakra enables us to tap into the power of anahata and experience love in its purest form without any attachment or expectation. Therefore, we become "unstuck" from negative emotions, past traumas, and limiting beliefs that may be holding us back. 

Location- The Heart Chakra is located in the center of our chest, close to our physical heart. The Heart Chakra is closely connected with the heart, lungs, and the thymus gland, regulating the flow of energy in this area of the body.  

Balanced-  A balanced and activated Anahata Chakra can manifest as inner peace, compassion, and emotional balance. Some of the most common symptoms include:

• Feeling unconditional love and respect for others
• Having healthy relationships with no  attachments or addictions
• Experiencing peace and joy within, regardless of external conditions
• Forming deep and meaningful connections with others effortlessly
• Trusting others and feeling comfortable with vulnerability
• Feeling content and at ease with oneself

Unbalanced- Feelings of loneliness, isolation, and an inability to connect with oneself and others. People may find it difficult to trust or share their feelings with others. Common symptoms may include:

• Fear of rejection
• Lack of trust in a committed relationship
• Issues with giving and receiving affection
• Over-dependency in a relationship
• Distant behavior with people who care for you
• Tough and unemotional appearance while feeling vulnerable
• Physical symptoms such as heart palpitation, poor blood circulation, heart pain, angina, or even problems like asthma.

Heart Chakra Affirmations-

1. I am open to giving and receiving love freely and unconditionally.
2. I release all fears and doubts, and I trust in the power of love to heal and transform my life.
3. I forgive myself and others, and I choose to let go of resentment and bitterness.
4. My heart is filled with gratitude and joy, and I radiate these positive emotions to those around me.
5. I am worthy of love and I accept love with open arms.
6. My heart is a powerful source of love and compassion, and I share this energy with the world.
7. I am surrounded by loving and supportive people who uplift and inspire me.
8. My heart is strong and resilient, and I am capable of overcoming any challenge with love and grace.
9. I honor my emotions and allow myself to feel deeply, knowing that this is a sign of my strength and authenticity.
10. I am connected to the universal energy of love, and I trust in its infinite power to guide and protect me.