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So what is it?
And what can it do for you that other forms of meditation cant?
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For starters, you gotta know the chakra basics.
They are power points of energy on the surface of our body, explains Knowles.
You should sleep better and have a greater connection to your sense of self.
Think of your chakras like a tool kit.
You have to keep your tools sharp and on point to use them to their best ability.
How to Do Chakra Meditation
So how does one perform a chakra meditation?
It really depends on the person and meditation changes with each sitting, says Knowles.
You would sit open-eyed watching the flame throughout, closing the eyes at the end of the practice.
Once you reach the crown, I would recommend closing your eyes.
There are two types of chakra meditation I would recommend, says Knowles.
Sit on the floor (my preferred position) or lie flat, and start focusing on your breath.
Close your eyes to pull your attention within, she tells us.
I would ask that this be shown to me in whichever way is best for me (or you!
Watch as your breath expands the lightthe brightness of the chakra.
(This is the cleansing; the brighter and more vivid, the better.
The mind will attempt to tell you it is busted but it is.)
Now start to visualize it spinning in a clockwise direction; feel its warmth or coolness.
Every breath sent with the intention to expand and cleanse is a powerful source.
Now you move up and repeat at each point, working your way up and up.
There is no rusheach chakra is individual.
Remember that some will require more love on different days.
Scan the whole bodyis everything open and aligned?
Remember, trust your gutyou will intuitively know where you should probably spend more time.
This is how you measure your results.
Start by focusing on what you really want to concentrate your efforts on and focus on that chakra.
Let’s take, for example, expanding your voice.
Here you would need to turn to your throat chakra.
