Have you ever wondered why certain physical symptoms persist despite medical treatment? Or why emotional challenges seem to manifest as physical pain? The answer might lie in the invisible energy systems flowing through your body.
The connection between energy and wellness
While scientific research on chakras is still developing, some studies have begun examining potential connections between these energy centers and physical health. A theory presented in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests that chakras may function as "energy transducers for subtle energy," potentially providing a bridge between modern Western medicine and traditional Eastern health systems.
The human body is more than just a physical vessel. It's a complex energy system where emotional, mental, and physical aspects are deeply interconnected. When energy flows freely through these systems, we experience health and vitality. When blockages occur, we may experience discomfort or illness.
Energy imbalances can manifest as:
- Persistent physical pain or illness
- Emotional distress and mood fluctuations
- Mental fog or inability to focus
- Feelings of being "stuck" in certain life areas
- Chronic fatigue or low energy levels
According to the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS), Australia's largest professional association of natural health practitioners, many holistic practitioners now recognise that emotional and energetic imbalances can significantly impact physical wellbeing, with effects that may develop over extended periods.
Understanding your body's energy centres: the chakra system
The chakra system—originating from ancient Eastern traditions—provides a framework for understanding how energy moves through the body. These spinning energy centres distribute specific frequencies throughout our physical and energetic bodies, influencing everything from organ function to emotional states.
When properly balanced, chakras allow life-force energy (often called 'prana' or 'chi') to flow freely. When blocked or imbalanced, they can contribute to specific physical and emotional challenges.
The seven major chakras and their influences
Each chakra resonates with different aspects of our being:
1. Base/Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Location: Base of spine
Colour: Red
Physical connections: Feet, legs, hips, lower back, sciatic nerve
Governs: Survival, security, stability, basic needs
When balanced: Feels safe, grounded, confident about meeting basic needs
When imbalanced: Anxiety about survival, financial stress, feeling ungrounded
2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
Location: Lower abdomen (below navel)
Colour: Orange
Physical connections: Reproductive organs, bladder, lower back
Governs: Creativity, sexuality, pleasure, emotional fluidity
When balanced: Creative, passionate, emotionally balanced
When imbalanced: Emotional instability, creative blocks, sexual dysfunction
3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
Location: Upper abdomen
Colour: Yellow
Physical connections: Digestive system, liver, spleen, gallbladder, pancreas
Governs: Personal power, confidence, self-esteem
When balanced: Confident, motivated, effective
When imbalanced: Low self-esteem, difficulty making decisions, digestive issues
4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)
Location: Centre of chest Colour: Green
Physical connections: Heart, lungs, chest, upper back, immune system
Governs: Love, compassion, connection, forgiveness
When balanced: Compassionate, empathetic, loving relationships
When imbalanced: Grief, anger, resentment, heart or respiratory issues
5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
Location: Throat
Colour: Blue
Physical connections: Throat, mouth, jaw, ears, neck, shoulders
Governs: Communication, self-expression, speaking truth
When balanced: Clear communication, authentic self-expression
When imbalanced: Communication difficulties, thyroid issues, fear of speaking up
6. Brow/Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
Location: Middle of forehead
Colour: Indigo
Physical connections: Eyes, sinuses, brain, pituitary and pineal glands
Governs: Intuition, perception, imagination
When balanced: Strong intuition, clear vision, good concentration
When imbalanced: Poor concentration, disconnection from intuition, headaches
7. Crown chakra (sahasrara)
Location: Top of head
Colour: Violet/White
Physical connections: Brain, central nervous system
Governs: Spiritual connection, consciousness, life purpose
When balanced: Spiritual awareness, open-mindedness, sense of purpose
When imbalanced: Disconnection, confusion about purpose, overthinking
The interconnected nature of energy systems
Energy practitioners understand that chakras don't function in isolation. An imbalance in one area often affects others. For example, throat chakra issues (communication) might stem from solar plexus imbalances (confidence), or heart chakra blockages (emotional hurts) could manifest as physical pain throughout the body.
According to research published in the Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine journal, energy system imbalances may create cascading effects throughout the body's physical and emotional systems. The journal describes subtle energy as "a healing energy that anyone can learn to perceive and utilise" that serves as "a crucial, but often missing, component in health care."
How energy imbalances develop
Energy blockages typically form through:
- Emotional trauma: Unprocessed difficult emotions become stored in the body
- Limiting beliefs: Negative thought patterns that constrict energy flow
- Physical injuries: Areas of past injury can hold energetic memory
- Environmental factors: Prolonged stress, toxins, or electromagnetic influences
- Lifestyle patterns: Poor diet, insufficient movement, or harmful habits
Recognising signs of chakra imbalance
Your body often signals energy imbalances before they become serious health concerns. Common indicators include:
- Recurring physical symptoms without clear medical cause
- Emotional patterns that feel "stuck" or overwhelming
- Persistent relationship challenges with similar themes
- Feeling drained after certain activities or interactions
- Intuitive sense that something is "off" in your wellbeing
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Practical ways to balance your energy system
While professional energy treatments offer comprehensive balancing, several self-care practices can support your energy system:
Colour breathing technique
A simple yet effective approach is conscious colour breathing:
- Identify which chakra needs attention
- Find a quiet, comfortable position
- Visualise the corresponding colour as you inhale deeply
- Imagine that colour flowing into and energising the specific chakra
- As you exhale, visualise stagnant energy being released
- Continue for 5-10 minutes
Additional self-care practices
- Movement: Yoga, tai chi, or qigong specifically target energy pathways
- Sound therapy: Listening to chakra-specific frequencies or using singing bowls
- Meditation: Focused awareness practices to identify and release blockages
- Crystal therapy: Using stones that resonate with specific chakra frequencies
- Aromatherapy: Essential oils can help balance specific energy centres
- Nutrition: Consuming foods that vibrationally support different chakras
Professional energy healing approaches
When seeking professional support, several complementary modalities work effectively with the chakra system:
- Reiki: Japanese energy healing that channels universal life force
- Chakra and aura therapy: Direct balancing of energy centres
- ThetaHealing: Addresses limiting beliefs at the energetic level
- Crystal therapy: Placement of stones to shift energy patterns
- Sound healing: Using frequencies to harmonise chakras
- Colour therapy: Application of specific light frequencies
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The journey to energetic balance
Balancing your energy system isn't a one-time event but an ongoing practice. As life presents new challenges, your energy system responds and adapts. Regular attention to your energetic wellbeing provides a foundation for overall health.
When your energy flows freely, you're more likely to experience:
- Greater physical vitality and resilience
- Emotional balance and appropriate responses
- Mental clarity and focused thinking
- Deeper spiritual connection and purpose
- More fulfilling relationships and life experiences
Working with a professional energy practitioner
A qualified energy healing practitioner can:
- Assess your current energy system status
- Identify specific imbalances and blockages
- Provide targeted treatments for your unique needs
- Teach self-care techniques for ongoing maintenance
- Address underlying emotional and mental patterns
- Support integration of energetic shifts
When selecting a practitioner, look for someone with comprehensive training in multiple modalities, a holistic understanding of the body-mind-spirit connection, and a focus on empowering your self-healing abilities.
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Embracing energetic wellbeing
Your body's energy system offers insights into your health and life challenges. By understanding and working with these invisible yet influential forces, you gain access to deeper levels of healing and transformation.
Whether you're addressing physical symptoms, emotional patterns, or life circumstances, the chakra system provides a framework for exploring the energies that influence every aspect of your wellbeing.
Remember that the body cannot heal in a stressed state—so beginning with simple breathing, relaxation, and energy awareness practices creates the foundation for all other healing work.
Note: While there is growing interest in energy healing practices in Australia and worldwide, it's important to understand that according to Medical News Today, "No scientific evidence supports the existence of chakras in the spiritual sense." However, many of the practices associated with chakra balancing, such as meditation and yoga, have well-documented health benefits. As with any complementary approach, energy healing should be used alongside, not as a replacement for, conventional medical care when needed.
Ready to experience energy healing?
If you're interested in exploring how energy healing might support your specific health concerns or life challenges, working with a qualified practitioner can provide personalised guidance and support. Energy healers can help identify your unique energy patterns, address specific blockages, and teach you techniques to maintain energetic balance in your daily life.
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If you're interested in exploring how energy healing might support your specific health concerns or life challenges, consider booking an initial consultation to discover how these approaches could complement your wellbeing journey.
Originally published on May 19, 2025
