The Seven Chakras

1. First Energy Center - Muladhara Chakra
   
   

The Muladhara Chakra is located at the base of the spine. Supporting the kundalini or serpent power, this chakra governs the physical existence. The Hindu tradition reveres Lord Ganesha as its presiding deity.

This is the center for vitality and physical energy. This instills the virtues of innocence and wisdom. It provides the being with attributes of survival, stability, and self-sufficiency. This center is the driving force behind the will to succeed in life, whether it is acquisition of material possessions or success in business endeavors.

It is important to balance the energy radiated from this chakra. A proper balance endows us with immense physical energy, hope, health, joy, self-discipline and an abundance of positive traits.


On the other hand, if there is an imbalance in the energy radiated, the result is a feeling of discouragement, hopelessness, impurity and confusion.

Highlights of Muladhara Chakra:

• It has four petals or sub-plexuses.
  
• It radiates the color red.
  
• It affects the adrenals, kidneys.
  
  

The gemstones for this center are ruby, garnet, diamond, pearl, smoky quartz, and bloodstone.