Listen to your heart. Chakras are localized energy points in the body, each representing its own center of spiritual power. These spinning discs draw in energy and keep your body’s physical, psychological, spiritual, and emotional well-being balanced and open. If a chakra is blocked, you may feel physical or emotional symptoms specific to that particular chakra. If you haven’t read our Complete Chakra Guide, now’s your chance!
What’s a Heart Chakra?
Your heart chakra, or Anahata, is the fourth chakra in the seven-system lineup, located in the center of the chest. This chakra is our center for love, compassion, forgiveness, and joy. In Sanskrit, Anahata means “unbeaten” or “unstruck.”
While your first four chakras represent a more grounded, physical-bodied connection, the third eye, crown chakra, and throat chakra are connected to a higher cosmic energy of spiritual engagement. Arguably one of the most vital chakras, the heart chakra bridges the energies between your upper and lower chakra energies.
Your heart chakra influences your relationships with yourself or others and is often the key to unlocking healthy habits and boundaries. An open, free-flowing heart chakra means effortless connections, a spiritual understanding of love and empathy, and the ability to accept the healthy relationships that you deserve!
What Happens if My Heart Chakra is Blocked?
A blocked heart chakra can present itself in several ways, including problematic relationships, jealousy, insecurity, and a fear of intimacy (emotional, physical, or otherwise).
If you’ve been slacking on your chakra cleansing rituals (i.e., crystal healing, meditative practices, grounding exercises, aromatherapy, etc.), your heart chakra probably needs some serious TLC!
What Happens When I Open My Heart Chakra?
Well, you’re glowing (literally!) from the inside out. Think love, love, and more love. But seriously, maintaining self-love, relationships, and friendships has never felt easier. An open and active heart chakra allows you to confidently trust in your relationships, acknowledge (and more importantly) let go of what you cannot control. You’re effortlessly your best self!
“But how will I know for sure that my heart chakra is open?” Trust us, you’ll know. Once your heart chakra is cleared of all blockages, you’ll be able to cultivate unconditional love for yourself, regardless of flaws or past mistakes.
Okay, So How Can I Open My Heart Chakra?
Want to attract more love, empathy, and compassion into your life? Here are some techniques that you can try at home:
1. Go Green
Your heart chakra is represented by the color green. Incorporating this color into your life, whether through food, crystals, or clothing can help send good vibes to your heart chakra. Green crystals such as jade, malachite, and amazonite are perfect for healing a blocked heart chakra (bonus points if you wear them on a necklace!).
2. Meditate
The great thing about meditation is that it looks different for everyone. Build an altar, experiment with singing bowls, but most importantly, prioritize meditation while focusing on the heart chakra whenever you have some extra free time. *TIP: rose quartz is your new BFF.
3. Crystal Healing
Crystal therapy is key. Using crystals and stones that are different shades of green can promote heart chakra healing energies. Wear your best green crystals around your neck, meditate with them resting in the middle of your chest, carry them in your purse or pocket, or decorate your sacred space with them! The possibilities are endless.
4. Heart Chakra Affirmations
It might seem silly, but routine manifestation is a real thing! Repeating and reminding yourself of some key phrases can make all the difference. Try these:
- “I love and accept myself”
- “My heart is open to receiving love”
- “I am worthy of unconditional love”
- “I forgive myself and others”
5. Gratitude Journaling
Yes, your heart chakra may be blocked by some kind of emotional damage that needs working through. Allowing your feelings and thoughts to flow freely on the page may be more therapeutic than you think. It’s just for you! It can help clear your mind, reduce anxiety, and promote focus.
FAQs:
What Are the Benefits of Opening My Heart Chakra?
Maintaining an open heart chakra is described as pure bliss. Imagine feeling endless flows of unconditional love, support, empathy, and compassion, while effortlessly letting go of fear, insecurity, and loneliness. You know you are worthy of love, and it shows.
What Is Chakra Cleansing?
Chakra cleansing refers to balancing or opening your chakras or a single chakra. These cleansing rituals focus on unblocking the chakra, releasing negative or stale energy, and working toward promoting openness and spiritual balance. Crystals, meditation, exercise, yoga, mindfulness, and reconnecting with nature are just a few chakra-engaging activities.
What Is the Heart Chakra’s Aura Color?
The heart chakra’s aura color is pink. This aura color is directly linked to self-love and self-care. Spotting these bright and uplifting energetic emissions means you’re on the right track!
Is My Heart Chakra Open?
Ask yourself these questions:
- Am I worthy of love and forgiveness?
- Do I love and accept myself, despite my flaws?
- Am I in a space to offer forgiveness to myself or others?
- What does unconditional love mean to me?
You’re on your way to a totally balanced chakra system. For more holistic and healing information, check out the Inspo Spot for more chakra-aligning must-reads!
