Symptoms of Blocked Chakras

Chakras are energy centers that play a crucial role in our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. When these chakras are open and balanced, they facilitate the harmonious flow of energy throughout our body. This leads to optimal health and a sense of inner peace.

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However, various factors such as stress, trauma, negative emotions, and unhealthy lifestyles can lead to imbalances in these energy centers.

In this article, we will explore the symptoms of blocked chakras and how to restore their natural balance.

Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Located at the base of the spine, the Root Chakra is associated with feelings of stability, security, and grounding. When blocked, individuals may experience:

• Feeling disconnected from their bodies or surroundings
• Anxiety and excessive worry about survival needs
• Financial difficulties and a lack of material abundance
• Persistent feelings of insecurity and fear

If you have wondered why you always have financial problems or you never feel safe and secure in the world, then a block in this chakra might be at fault.

Sacral Chakra (Swadhisthana)

The Sacral Chakra, situated just below the navel, governs creativity, sexuality, and emotional balance. When blocked, the blocked energy affects this:

• Low libido and disinterest in intimate relationships
• Difficulty expressing emotions or feeling emotionally numb
• Creative blocks and a lack of inspiration
• Guilt and shame surrounding past experiences or relationships

This chakra is also called the sexual chakra. If blocked, it can result in various sexual ailments, disorders, or inhibitions.

Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

The Solar Plexus Chakra, located above the navel, is associated with personal power, confidence, and self-esteem. Blocked energy in this chakra may manifest as:

• Low self-esteem and a lack of self-worth.
• Control issues and difficulty setting boundaries.
• Indecisiveness and a sense of powerlessness.
• Digestive problems and issues with the stomach.

Also known as the fire chakra, it’s the one that gives you that verve, motivation, and joy to keep going toward your goals.

Heart Chakra (Anahata)

As the name suggests, the Heart Chakra governs love, compassion, and emotional healing. When blocked, individuals may experience:

• Difficulty in forming meaningful relationships
• A tendency to be overly critical or judgmental
• Fear of intimacy and emotional vulnerability
• Feelings of loneliness and isolation

Who doesn’t want more love in their life? But if your heart chakra is blocked, relationships and love might seem elusive. A love and relationship coach can help in this regard.

Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

The Throat Chakra is associated with communication, self-expression, and truth. A blocked throat chakra may manifest as:

• Difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions verbally
• Feeling unheard or misunderstood by others
• Sore throat and recurring respiratory issues
• A tendency to gossip or speak inappropriately

If you are the kind of person who is quite creative but finds themselves blocked when trying to communicate clearly or effectively, take a closer look at your Vishuddha chakra.

Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

The Third Eye Chakra, situated between the eyebrows, is linked to intuition, insight, and spiritual awareness. When blocked, one might experience the following:

• Difficulty trusting inner guidance and intuition
• Frequent headaches and issues with vision
• Overactive imagination leads to anxiety and confusion
• Disconnection from spiritual practices

Most of us could do with a stronger connection to our intuition. But over the years, we blocked them due to fear, anxiety, inhibition, or other reasons. Working on our Third Eye chakra will help build your intuition again.

Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

The Crown Chakra, located at the top of the head, connects us to higher consciousness and spiritual enlightenment. Blocked energy in this chakra may manifest as:

• A sense of disconnection from a higher purpose or spirituality
• Close-mindedness and resistance to new ideas or beliefs
• Feelings of apathy and a lack of inspiration
• Persistent feelings of confusion and mental fog

The ultimate chakra, this one is related to our connection to the higher power, the source, the ultimate.

Restoring Balance to Chakras

Recognizing the symptoms of blocked chakras is the first step toward restoring balance and well-being. But just because you have some blocked chakras doesn’t mean you are stuck with them for life.

With some simple spirituality practices, you can help open and align these energy centers. Some of them are listed below:

Meditation

Regular meditation can help clear the mind, reduce stress, and bring awareness to imbalances within the chakras. Consistency matters here. Build up to 30 minutes or even an hour over time.

Yoga

Practicing yoga asanas that target specific chakras can aid in unblocking and balancing their energy. For example, to heal the sacral chakra, you can use Yoni Asana. For Vishuddha chakra, the shoulder stand (Sarvangasana) is quite suitable.

Energy Healing

Seek the guidance of experienced energy healers and Reiki practitioners to facilitate the flow of energy into your chakras. These individuals have the sight to see which chakras are blocked and why. They can accelerate your healing process by using energy healing.

Chakra Balancing Techniques

Explore various chakra balancing techniques like sound therapy, crystal healing, and aromatherapy to address imbalances.

Don’t close off your mind to anything. You never know which healing modality will work for you.

Emotional Release

Allow yourself to acknowledge and release repressed emotions through journaling, therapy, or creative expression.

Do what works for you. If audio notes are more your style, then do that. If you like writing, then use a journal.

Healthy Lifestyle

Maintain a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and engage in activities that promote overall well-being. It always comes back to the basics, doesn’t it?

Symptoms of Blocked Chakras – Which Ones Do You Relate To?

Blocked energy in the chakras can result in a wide variety of symptoms. Looking through the various symptoms of blocked chakras above, you might be surprised to find yourself in many of them.

Don’t worry if that’s the case. Once you are aware, the next step is unblocking and chakra balancing.

Book a session with me if you are interested in learning how to take back your power and awaken your inner voice.