The Seven Chakras
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What are Chakras? THE SEVEN CHAKRAS: Patchouli (Pogostemon Patchouli): Champa Flower (Michelia Champaca): Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning wheel or vortex and is used Its deep, earthy fragrance is both grounding and sensual. Sup- With its exotic, deep fl oral scent the Champa fl ower guides us to to describe the energy centers of the body. In the yogic tradi- Root (Muladhara) Chakra ports creativity, relieves nervous exhaustion, uplifting to the develop our intuition and helps us to stay grounded. It assists us tion Chakras are depicted as Lotus fl owers, each with a different Location: base of spine spirit. on the spiritual path by balancing the need for power and control number of petals, similar to the lotus symbols found on our label Symbol: four-petal Lotus fl ower in favor of serving a higher good. and in this brochure. Color: red Rose Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens): Element: earth Relaxing and calming, it nourishes creativity and joyfulness. Jasmine (Jasmimum Grandifl orum): There are seven main Chakras and many more secondary Chakras Sense: smell Promotes harmony and happiness. Brings balance, hope and confi dence. throughout our body. The Chakras are located in the etheric, Body parts: lymph system, skeleton, elimination, central ner- or subtle life-force, body. The chakras affect the fl ow of energy vous system, nose, lower extremities Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Martinii): Lavender (Lavandula Offi cinalis): throughout our energy system. Prana, the life-force (also known Mind and Spirit: The Root, or First, Chakra is the seat of the Its cooling energy is soothing, calming, removes tension and Clears and balances, calms and strengthens. Soothes the over- as Chi) is all pervading. Our energy centers are nourished by the “Kundalini” or life force. Our feelings of security, trust, and sur- restlessness. It opens the mind to change. heated, fi ery ego. fl ow of Pranic energy. vival are rooted here, as well as our connection with the physical body and its nourishment. When our root chakra is balanced, Lemon (Citrus Limon): Heart (Anahata) Chakra Each Chakra is associated with certain parts of the physical body we feel grounded, strong and secure and trust the universe to Uplifting, fresh, inspiring, clears emotional confusion. Location: center of chest, heart as well as with our mind and spiritual development. Chakras are provide. Symbol: twelve-petal Lotus fl ower infl uenced, awakened and balanced through our thoughts and Neroli (Citrus Aurantium) Color: green actions. They are aspects of our consciousness. If our Chakras Ingredients: Instills confi dence and strengthens the mind, removes blockages Element: air are balanced and energy fl ows freely, we create a life of harmony, Mysore Sandalwood (Santalum Album): and allows us to be present in the moment. Sense: touch health and spiritual awakening. Precious Mysore Sandalwood oil is grounding and removes ten- Body parts: circulatory system, lungs, chest area sion and depression; it helps through periods of fear. Its energy is Solar Plexus (Manipura) Chakra Mind and Spirit: the Heart, or Fourth, Chakra is the joining said to be protective and dispels negativity. Location: solar plexus point between the higher and lower chakras. Here we experience Symbol: ten-petal Lotus fl ower perceptions of love, emotions, compassion and balance. An open What is Ayurveda? Vetiver roots and essential oil (Vetiveria Zizanoides): Color: yellow and balanced Heart Chakra will allow us to feel connected to Ayurveda is the ancient “science of life”, originating in the Hima- Deeply grounding, earthy fragrance that nurtures our spirit. Element: fi re (or Sun) other beings, to understand unconditional love, to accept others layas thousands of years ago. It teaches that harmony of body, Sense: sight and not judge them or condemn them. We also experience a light- mind, and spirit - and our environment - brings about physical Cedar wood (Cedrus Atlantica): Body Parts: solar plexus, muscles, skin, digestion, liver, eyes, ness of being that is nourished by the inspiration and wisdom of and mental health. In ancient Ayurvedic scriptures aromatherapy Balancing and stabilizing energy strengthens the spirit and dispels face the higher chakras and strengthened by the grounding energy of is often mentioned. For example, Ayurveda will recommend to a negative energy. Mind and Spirit: the Solar Plexus, or Third, Chakra is the the lower chakras. depressed person to take a walk along a stream where Jasmine seat of our desire for power, control, freedom, or autonomy. fl owers are blooming. Inhale the fragrance and you will be uplifted. Ginger (Zingiber Offi cinalis): A balanced Solar Plexus Chakra will enable us to be confi dent Ingredients: In Ayurveda, many plants are categorized and assigned for their Increases vitality, activates willpower and enables us to take initia- and comfortable with ourselves, while opening our conscious- Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Martinii): specifi c use. We have drawn from this ancient knowledge to create tive with determination, which leads to achievement of our life’s ness to the will of God and peace. Our creativity and work will Soothing and calming energy. Removes tension and restlessness. this special line of Triloka Ayurvedic Chakra Incense. goals. Ginger is said to attract prosperity. manifest easily. Opens the mind to change, comforts the heart. Connects body, mind and spirit. Sacral (Svadisthana) Chakra Ingredients: Location: center of abdomen Davana leaves and essential oil (Artemisia Pallens): Saffron (Crocus Sativus): High-energy blending method: Symbol: six-petal Lotus fl ower Davana fl owers are the traditional offering to the god Shiva. Balancing, uplifting. Their energy is balancing and soothing. It connects us with our Our Chakra Incense is chemical free! Only natural plant sub- Color: orange creative energy and intuition. stances, i.e. herbs, wood charcoal, gums, resins, fragrant woods, Element: water Rose petals and oil (Rosa Damascena): bark, seeds, fl ower-petals, roots and essential oils are used. To Sense: taste The rose is the universal symbol of love and compassion. Its Fennel (Foeniculum Vulgare): enhance the energy and to represent a certain plant-energy more Body parts: sexual organs, reproductive system. fragrance opens the heart to experience love, and to extend Its cooling energy soothes the fi re element of the solar plexus. completely, we use various forms of a plant simultaneously. i.e. Mind and Spirit: the Sacral, or Second, Chakra is the seat of forgiveness and love to others. It helps to overcome the pain of It opens the mind for compassion, promotes confi dence and rose petals and rose oil, or vetiver roots and vetiver oil, etc. Our our creative energy and is associated with what the body needs grief and assists in healing. Rose creates a protective energy fi eld courage. Enhances the ability to communicate. formulas are unique and artfully blended by skilled incense makers and what it fi nds pleasurable (sexuality/food). A balanced Sacral that shields from negativity and attracts compassion, hope, joy and with generations of experience. Chakra enables us to accept and solve the challenges of life in a patience. creative manner; to understand and incorporate our sexuality Sandalwood (Santalum Album): Used at the level of Third Chakra, Sandalwood promotes self responsibly, and to feel and express our emotions. Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia): with its aromatic citrus scent esteem; calms and comforts. In its role as spirit guide it directs Bergamot lifts the spirit, conveys the experience of joy and cour- our awareness toward our spiritual needs. Ingredients: age, and is generally balancing. It soothes and lightens the burden Ylang-Ylang (Cananga odorata): of a grieving, wounded heart. Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens): Floral scent that soothes, balances and instills confi dence; reduces Relaxing and uplifting, nourishes creativity and harmony in negative emotions and anger. relationships. Throat (Vishuddha) Chakra Camphor (Cinnamonum Camphora): Location: base of throat Awakens perception, clarifying. Symbol: sixteen-petal Lotus fl ower Color: sky blue Jasmine (Jasminum Offi cinalis): Element: ether (crossover between the Enhances intuition, invites original thought, inspires and assists in physical and spiritual worlds) transformation. Ayurvedic Chakra Sense: hearing INCENSE Body parts: throat, neck, arms, hands, thyroid gland Lemon (Citrus Limon): Mind and Spirit: the throat is our instrument of communication, Bright and clear energy strengthens intuition and focus. thus the Throat, or Fifth, Chakra is the seat of communication and expression of all that is happening in our consciousness. An open Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Globulus): and balanced Throat Chakra allows us to communicate truthfully Clearing energy opens our mind to experience life without fear. and express our feelings, as well as our creativity. We will be able Revives our spirit. Clarity of vision. to receive, allowing abundance and grace to be experienced. We will listen to our intuition and connect to a higher wisdom and guidance. Crown Chakra/ Sahasrara Chakra Location: top of head Symbol: thousand-petal Lotus fl ower Ingredients: Color: violet Mysore Sandalwood (Santalum Album): Element: inner light Triloka Incense, since 1977 On the energetic level of the Throat Chakra, Sandalwood acts as Sense: empathy Triloka incense are part of a 150 year-old tradition. The concept a protector and spiritual guide. It promotes confi dence to express Body parts: brain, nervous system, pineal gland of the bamboo incense stick came to India around 1850. The new ourselves and guides our intuition by keeping us close to our Mind and Spirit: the Crown, or Seventh, Chakra is a source of idea caught fi re and has fl ourished ever since. Triloka incense is divine spirit. divine energy and self-realization. It is the gateway to the other produced by several families who were part of the original world. An open and balanced Crown Chakra allows us to experi- incense stick producers of India. Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia): ence oneness with God and unity with all beings. We surrender to With its aromatic citrus scent Bergamot lifts the spirit, conveys the Divine Will.