Seventh Chakra Affirmations

SAHASRARA – The Crown Chakra

Sahasrara means “thousand-petaled lotus”, and it is the energy that emanates from the top of the head.  It affects our psyche and our ability to relate to a spiritual life.

Feel the energy surrounding your body and head. You can visualize this energy as a violet light that you radiate from the centre of your being, connecting you to the energy of the universe.

The power of the Universe is in me, above me, and around me at all times.

I seek the highest truth and the most healing ways to live my life.

I honour and protect my divine spirit.

I know that all is good despite appearances to the contrary.

I look within where I am safe and loved and protected.

My spirit is eternal.

I love beauty, harmony, peace and joy.

I create my life consciously and with love.

I trust that my highest good and greatest joy are unfolding now.

I am grateful for all the good people and things in my life.

I accept who I am and honour the spirit within me.

I live in joy and gratitude for the goodness that fills my life.

I know my higher purpose is being fulfilled now.

I trust my higher power to show me the next step in the process.

Thank you for my life, for who I am and for what you have allowed me to become.

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The above affirmations are adapted from the works of Ambika Wauters.

The Chakra descriptions and guidance are my own.

Love and light,

Susan

Sixth Chakra Affirmations

AJNA – The Brow Chakra

This is the centre of intuition, and affects all five physical senses, plus the whole head. It is located in the middle of the brow, and is sometimes called the third eye. Its Sanskrit meaning is “authority” or “unlimited power”, recognizing that Ajna chakra is also our source of wisdom and discernment.

Indigo and purple resonate with the brow chakra energy, and we can visualize those colours as we reflect on these affirmations:

I think the very best of myself in all situations, at all times.

I open myself to know my inner guidance and deepest wisdom.

I align my consciousness with the source of all life.

I believe I am unlimited in my capacity for joy, healing and happiness.

The abundance of the universe is always available to me.

I release and forgive the past.

I open myself to new energy, new people, places and experiences.

I live in the light of my truth and I accept what I know.

I know I am full of grace, light and love.

I create clarity of mind and unlimited vision for myself.

I trust that my life is unfolding exactly as it should.

I am wise, intuitive and aligned with my highest good.

Every situation is an opportunity for growth and healing.

I live in the light of my higher mind and allow it to illuminate my life.

I seek wisdom and guidance in all situations.

I am the source of truth and love in my life.

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Fifth Chakra Affirmations

VISHUDDHA – The Throat Chakra

The throat chakra, whose name in Sanskrit means “pure”, is the centre of communication, integrity and willpower. This is where we speak our truth, and consequently it is also the centre of our self-expression.  It affects the head from the nose down, as well as the throat and neck, and shares the shoulders, arms and hands with Anahata Chakra.

Soften your shoulders, lengthen your neck and let your tongue relax in your mouth. Gently smile and allow the face to widen. Blue is associated with Vishuddha chakra, and you can let a brilliant blue wash over your throat and neck, feeling ease and space in the throat and head while you hear the power in these words:

I live in my truth.

I speak from the heart.

I speak my truth and allow others to speak theirs.

Living in truth sets me free.

Communicating is vital to my wellbeing.

I choose my words with care and love.

I love to share my experiences and am open with others.

My willpower is aligned with my spiritual purpose in life.

I develop will each time I meet a life challenge.

I express my truth as creatively as possible.

I communicate with those who open their hearts to me.

I learn to listen to myself and trust my inner voice.

I develop my integrity each time I tell the truth.

My integrity is my word, and my word is my truth.

My communication comes directly from my deep centre.

I trust and honour my inner voice.

I express my love and goodness each time I speak.

I am a joyful and creative soul.

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Fourth Chakra Affirmations

ANAHATA – The Heart Chakra

In Sanskrit, Anahata means “the un-struck sound” – the universal sound with no beginning and no end. Its other Sanskrit name is Hritpankaja, which means heart lotus.  It is a nice symbol for compassion, and this chakra naturally affects the heart region, as well as the lungs, upper chest and back. The shoulders, arms and hands are also affected by the energy of the heart chakra.

Green is the colour that resonates with the fourth chakra, and you might like to imagine a soft, green light embracing your heart centre while you focus on these affirmations.

All love already resides within my heart.

I love and accept myself just as I am.

I open my heart and accept others as they are.

I choose to be united with all beings, visible and invisible, in love and light. 

I anchor my heart in truth, love, and grace. 

Love opens and heals me.

I lovingly forgive the past and release pain, doubt and fear.

I am love. I am peace. I am light.

I follow my heart’s desire for truth, goodness and love.

My core is pure and innocent.

Nothing can touch the soul of my heart except love itself.

Love moves through me and connects me with the source of life.

Joy is my reason for living.

I look for the joy in myself and see it in all things.

I delight in sharing my love and joy.

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The Art of Feedback

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The Art of Feedback

Third Chakra Affirmations

MANIPURA – The Solar Plexus Chakra

This is the centre of ego and self-esteem, and in Sanskrit it means “the city of gems”. It affects the process of digestion of both food and ideas, and is felt in the upper abdomen, stomach, and the lower and middle back.  When in balance, our body feels strong and capable, in our image.

Focus your attention on the Solar Plexus area and let a warm yellow light radiate from your centre while you let these affirmations soak in:

I am worth my weight in gold. 

I am worthy of love, kindness and respect, regardless of what I have done.

I am worthy because I exist.

I honour myself and treat myself with respect.

I am worthy of the life I say I want.

I value myself and I know what is best for me.

I am confident in my ability to make my life work.

I am confident in the goodness of life itself to see me through. 

I accept the power of my being to produce health, love and joy in my life. 

I accept responsibility for all of my decisions.

I know I am a powerful and wholesome force for good.

I am my own person, free to choose what is best for me.

I choose the power of life.

I choose goodness, light and love. 

I choose health, healing and happiness.

I love myself.

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The above affirmations are adapted from the works of Ambika Wauters.

The Chakra descriptions and guidance are my own.

Love and light,

Susan

 

Second Chakra Affirmations

SVADHISTHANA – The Sacral Chakra

This chakra is known in Sanskrit as “the dwelling of the self”, and it affects the lower abdomen, the reproductive organs, hips, sacrum and lower digestive functions. It is your centre of power regarding finances, sexuality and relationships.

Bring your awareness to the energy and sensations of the abdomen, the lower back, and the hips. The second chakra resonates with the colour orange, so you could visualize a warm orange glow there while you relax into the affirmations.

I love my life. 

I honour my body and treat myself respectfully. 

I feel the power of healing moving in and through me as I affirm my worth and honour my body. 

I trust my feelings and give them ample room for expression. 

I lighten my body each time I feel well in myself. 

I am a creature of light, open to my highest joy. 

I am grateful for the joy of being me. 

I receive pleasure and abundance with every breath I take. 

Goodness, beauty and joy resonate with my soul. 

I am entitled to happiness, health and joy in my life. 

Healing occurs each time I rest, relax and enjoy myself. 

My body responds to thoughts of pure love and goodness. 

I know my body always seeks balance and regeneration. 

I get stronger every time I affirm my worth and honour my choices for love.

There is nothing to change about the way I am. 

Nobody needs to fix or heal me. I reclaim my power to look after myself.

I unconditionally love who I am, exactly as I am. 

I give others the space that they need and love them just as they are. 

As I love and respect myself, healing happens naturally.

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The above affirmations are inspired by the works of Ambika Wauters.
The descriptions are my own.


Love and light,
Susan

First Chakra Affirmations

MULADHARA – The Root Chakra

The Sanskrit word Muladhara means “root” or “base”, and the energy of this chakra affects the lower body from the feet up to the tailbone, including the genitals, as well as the skeletal structure. It relates to our feelings of security and belonging, and whether or not we feel grounded and supported in this world.

As you sit or lie comfortably, relax completely and keep your awareness on the energy and sensations of the lower body. Red is the colour that resonates with the first chakra, so you could visualize a glowing red all around your base.

I live from my integrity.

I love sincerely and from my heart.

I am connected to life in all its glory.

I know who I am and I make choices based on what I know to be right for me.

I take responsibility for who I am and how my life is. 

I confirm my right to belong and be a part of something greater than myself.

I know I am truly good.

I am strong and I’m able to handle any situation.

I stand for justice, truth and love. 

The universe is a safe and benign place that always provides what I need.

I am always protected and guided. I know that I belong.

My body supports me in living a creative and happy life.

I am open to the spirit of life, which carries me beyond my perceived limits to a higher, more creative place.

I’m thankful for all the opportunities for growth and development that have come my way. 

I am grateful for the challenges that have taught me who I truly am.

I forgive and release the past and live in the here and now.

I love life.

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The above affirmation was adapted from the works of Ambika Wauters.

The Chakra descriptions and guidance are my own.

Love and light,

Susan

 

Shanti Mantra - Peace invocation

This is the text of the invocation we chant together at the beginning of each yoga class. Even if you prefer not to chant it out loud, get acquainted with it's meaning and honour it in your practice.

Namaste
Susan

Om Saha Naavavatu

Om. May God protect each of us

Saha Nau Bhunaktu

May he accept and nourish us

Saha Veeryam Karavavahai

May our work be of mutual benefit

(veeryam = work together with great vigour)

Tejas vinavadhee tamastu

Let our learning shine brightly, and spread out around us

Ma Vidvishavahai

Let there be no discord amongst us

Om Shanti Shanti Shantih

Om Peace Peace Peace

The prayer comes from the peace invocations (Shanti Path) of the Upanishads, which are ancient Indian scriptures which form the basis for a spiritual practice which aspires to inner peace. It emphasises the importance of a fruitful relationship between the teacher and the students.

The invocation of Shanti (peace) at the end of the Mantra (prayer) refers to the desire to overcome the misery from three sources:

1) from a higher power or destiny;

2) from the material world surrounding us (group consciousness); and

3) from the internal world or individual consciousness