Imaging them as spinning vortexes of energy radiating from your body out into the world. Each major section of your body holds channels for your energy to flow and at the intersections, the channels meet, and these are your chakras; when these are flowing and open you will reap the benefits of good physical and mental health, when they are closed or unbalanced we may be open to illness and upset emotions.
The human body has 7 major chakras flowing from your spine to the top of your head. Each chakra responds to a particular colour, scent, gemstone, sound and emotion. Indian scholars began long ago to explain these energy centres through their profound practice of body awareness. Many other cultures have pursued similar possibilities in examining human energy channels and centers - they are a widespread concept around the world. In Yoga and a variety of healing arts, practitioners use the chakras for an array of beneficial purposes.
The chakra system is highly dynamic and is connected with your thought process, breath, meditation, and movement. Understanding one's own energy points can be hugely beneficial in healing, practicing mediation, yoga, and generally bringing about a more complete sense of self-awareness. The power is within each of us to turn up the voltage and radiate our chakra energy.
