Introduction To The Crown Chakra
If you have been following along with the Chair Yoga and Chakra series, we have made it to the 7th Chakra- The Crown Chakra. The Crown Chakra is- not surprisingly- located at the top of the head and it connects us to the divine energy of the Universe. Keep reading for some tips on Crown Chakra healing and opening
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Don’t worry if that does not resonate with you right now. As I mentioned before, this Chair Yoga For Chakra Series is just about taking stock of the various aspects of our life and using the attributes to help us find more balance, calm, and joy in our lives. We started with the Root Chakra, our grounding Chakra. We can visualize that the Root and Crown Chakra are connected and by creating that stable base we can move forward to overall better alignment and balance in our lives.
The Sanskrit translation is Sahashara, which means “a thousand petals”. You may be familiar with the lotus flower. The lotus flower represents spirituality, enlightenment, beauty and is the symbol for the Crown Chakra. You can read more about the Lotus Flower here if you are interested.
The colors associated with the Crown Chakra are violet and white. It is focused on our brain and nervous system at the physical level and our inner wisdom at the spiritual level. When it is open, we are connected to all that is around us and we find value in all those things without judgment. When it is blocked, we may feel and act in a selfish manner or let our materialistic side come to the forefront. Or, we may have rigid thoughts or be disconnected to others, nature, or just our life purpose.
This is meant to be just an introduction, if you would like a deeper read, you can check out this book for beginners: Chakra Healing: A Beginner’s Guide To Self-Healing Techniques. Keep reading for some simple ways to help find balance and learn some Crown Chakra healing and opening practices that are accessible no matter our age!
Crown Chakra Healing: 7 Ways To Help Us Feel More Connected
1. Spending Time In Nature
You probably already know that spending time in nature is good for both the body and the brain. Just getting some fresh air does wonders for our energy levels sometimes. If you are interested you can take a look at some research here: Nature-based activities improve the well-being of older adults | Scientific Reports
Spending time outdoors of course lends itself to being active just by the “nature” of the activities we do outside. But it also allows us to see our surroundings and realize that we are a part of something more than just our immediate environment.There are a number of ways that we can incorporate nature based activities into our routine and it can be easier than you think.
You may be interested in checking out these 6 Fun Ways To Get Some Exercise (including some based outside) and see if anything resonates with you. Or, take a quick look at these ideas to help you get outside and connect with nature.
- Hiking/Walking
- Gardening
- Outdoor Concerts
- Picnics
- Farmer’s Markets
- Bird Watching
- Fruit Picking
- Visit an Arboretum or Botanical Garden
- Star Gaze
- Play Outdoor Games-here are a few you may be interested in or a starting point for some ideas:
You may also be interested to read about Therapeutic Horticulture. This is different from gardening. Take a look here to learn more:
About Horticulture Therapy: AHTA
Therapeutic Horticulture Fact Sheet: Oklahoma State University
2. Volunteer
Volunteering is a wonderful way to connect with others, give back, gain a sense of belonging to something bigger than ourselves, express gratitude- and the list goes on. There are so many opportunities to volunteer that you may not even be aware of. If you think that you have physical limitations that may hinder you from participating in volunteering – you should know that there are so many different volunteer opportunities.
If you already have a passion for something- you can bet that there is a volunteer opportunity there. If you don’t, take a look at your skills, talents, or past professional or personal experiences and I am sure that you will find that you possess many things to offer. My grandmother volunteered with Meals on Wheals well into her 80’s! Take a look at these ideas and resources if you are interested in exploring:
- Meals on Wheels America
- Animal Shelters/Dog Rescues in your area
- Libraries
- AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program
- Big & Mini
- Local museums, zoos, cultural centers in your area
3. Expand Your Mind-Svadhyaya
If you are not familiar with the Eight Limbs of Yoga, the Niyamas are the second limb and have to do with the standard by which we should practice self discipline. Svadhyaya is the fourth Niyama of Pantanjali’s Yoga Sutras and it has to do with self knowledge or self study.
Diving into our internal self is important to our daily life. But it is also really crucial in our yoga practice as we remember that yoga is not just about the pose and how it looks on the outside. Take a look at the following if you would like to read more about the 8 limbs of yoga or get some book recommendations:
A Decolonized Guide to the 8 Limbs of Yoga
10 Yoga Books For Spiritual Seekers
Aside from studying and reading, how can we practice Svadhyaya in our everyday life? Well, take a moment to ask yourself why you are doing what you are doing: Take a step back, observe, and ask yourself some questions.
4. Silence
Because the Crown Chakra is really all about you- it prefers silence. Instead of repeating some mantras or affirmations- try simply exploring silence. Turn off any electronics, silence your phone, and just sit in silence for 10 minutes. This may be really difficult- or you may really enjoy it. Then, see how you feel. You may also be interested in this article about the Chakra sounds:
Chakra Sounds: A Comprehensive Guide
5. Physical Movement/Exercise
Just getting the body moving with some moderate level cardio can help balance us both mentally and physically. Releasing some endorphins with physical exercises can be a simple way to just reset and help us refocus. Pick your favorite cardio exercise and get moving for a few minutes. Or take a look at these chair yoga ideas:
Chair Yoga For Cardio Sequence
Chair Yoga Pose: To Get The Body Moving
6. Visualization Meditation
Since the Crown Chakra is all about enlightenment and spiritual connection, visualization can be a great way to open and balance the Crown Chakra. Visualization can be a great and accessible technique to help us manifest an emotion, cultivate some energy, or simply just help us to relax and refocus. Try these visualization meditations from YouTube if you are interested:
Morning Visualization For a Productive Day
10 Minute Guided Crown Chakra Meditation
7. Yoga Poses
Try out this short seated chair yoga sequence with a focus on Crown Chakra healing and opening. While many yoga poses that are specific to the Crown Chakra involve the head on the floor- we can modify it and still move in a way that helps us feel connected. Give it a try to see how we can do a headstand variation right from the chair without leaving our seat!
I hope that you enjoyed these Crown Chakra healing and opening tips and found something helpful that resonated with you today. Let me know what you think in the comments below!
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