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The Svadhisthana or Sacral Chakra is the 2nd chakra in the chakra system. It is located at the base of the genital organs, and is said to hold powerful sexual energy. The Sacral Chakra is the seat of our passions, feelings, emotions, pleasures, sensuality, intimacy, and connection; it is also our creativity center (after all passion is the fuel of creative energy). The Sacral Chakra governs our addictions and attractions as its function is to seek pleasure, that supply could come from places like sex, food, alcohol and drugs, music, art and entertainment. The six petals or Vritti meaning “waves” or “ripples” of disturbance are: affection, cruelty, self sabotage, delusion, disdain, and suspicion. As you can see the energy of this chakra regulates the relationship we have with ourselves and with others. It is also the center of our creativity, everything that we create, a song, a painting, or a new recipe originates from the energy of the Sacral Chakra.

Closed/Blocked Sacral Chakra

A person with a closed or blocked Sacral Chakra lacks creativity, spontaneity, and the ability to let loose and have fun. They stick to a rigid routine and are unable to cope should their routine unexpectedly change. Since a person with a closed or blocked Sacral Chakra has extreme difficulty being able to let go and just be themselves, they struggle with feeling comfortable in their own skin and often times get labeled as “akward” or “introvert”. These people struggle with emotional and intimacy or “into-me see” issues because they themselves struggle with fear, shame, guilt and low self esteem, they do not see the value in themselves and assume that no one else will see any value in them either. Having a lack of self-worth, someone with a closed or blocked Sacral Charka will often find themselves in unhealthy, toxic and sometimes abusive relationships.

Unbalanced Sacral Chakra

A person with an unbalanced Sacral Chakra lives a life that is revolves around pleasurable experiences. They will gravitate towards what looks, taste, and sounds good with out taking into consideration what it is doing to their body, mind, and spirit. Their only care is living in the moment. Obsessed with seeking pleasure they are prone to addiction and self indulgence. They will surround themselves with luxurious things by any means necessary. Someone with an unbalanced Sacral Chakra will project the insecurities they feel for themselves onto others, laughing at and finding pleasure in the short comings of others. Having an unhealthy Ego they are constantly comparing themselves to others, and because they are obsessed with seeking pleasure sex will always be on their mind and/or a topic of conversation.

Balanced Sacral Chakra

A person with a balanced Sackral Chakra is creative, joyful, playful, they have a healthy Ego and generally feel good about themselves. Having a healthy sense of self they have no problem with being open with others about who they are and can communicate their feelings effortlessly. Sexual intercourse means more to them also. They are able to be satisfied by the small things in life which often makes them the target of jealousy. People envy how free they are, how comfortable they are in their own skin and how naturally funny and charismatic they are. However, a person with a balanced Sacral Chakra is not affected by someone else’s opinion of them since they know who they are and are comfortable being themselves. They do not judge others, because they know that everyone has something unique to give to the world. They are able to speak with clarity and always seem to know the right thing to say and how to say it. Unhealthy fear does not rule their choices so they are able to manifest anything they desire for themselves and others.

If you are feeling like your sacral chakra may be blocked or out out balance affirmations, meditation, wearing the color orange and working with crystals are all excellent tools to get you back in balance.

Sacral Chakra Healing Crystals

Carnelian – motivation, endurance, leadership, courage and success. Action, overcoming procrastination and indecision.

Amber – removes toxicity, relieves anxiety, deflects energy from others. Holds the energy of cheerfulness and contentment. The ability to share a lifelong commitment of care and love.

Orange Kyanite – inspires loyalty and fair treatment to others. Sharpens communication skills, and encourages self-expression. Aides in breaking cycles of self-sabatoging behavior.