Guest Author - Nancy Welker
The Upanishads first introduced the concept of the chakras. Whirling energy points, orbs of positive power if you will, represent gateways to physical and spiritual well-being that we can control. When the gateways are open and the path is clear, Prana (life force) flows naturally and freely to and from the chakra points, enabling us to resolve health issues, strengthen relationships, and comfortably reach personal goals.
Called "Anja" for brow or "Bindu" for third eye in Sanskrit, Brow Chakra is the sixth chakra of the seven main body points, and the second of the three chakras relating to Consciousness.
Associations
Location: Brow Chakra is located just above and center from the eyebrows. It regulates the forehead area both above and below the surface of the skin. This includes the pineal gland, which is photosensitive and can be used in visualization sessions and remote viewing. The pineal gland also produces melatonin.
Color: Number six on the Chakra Rainbow, Anja's color is indigo or a deep blue-violet, that can hold bolder notes of the bright blue of the Throat Chakra which comes before it, or the pure purple of the Crown Chakra which comes after it. The symbol of Anja is a two-petaled lotus of a true indigo.
Element: Light, in particular the "light" of clear thinking.
Sense: The Sixth Sense or ESP.
Sound: OM, slowly dragged out as ooommmmmng.
Spirit of Brow Chakra: This energy center deals with your intuition or "gut instinct". Connecting with other like-minded spirits, angelic guides and our loving ancestors is made possible through the energy of Brow Chakra. This is the heartbeat of our Consciousness and is pivotal to higher thinking and becoming one with the Universe as well as our own true nature. Eyesight and all matters relating to eye health; the forehead area, which includes the sinuses, are governed by this chakra.
Signs That Brow Chakra Is Out Of Balance
When the ability to pick up on social cues, hearing and reading between the lines, and feeling certain about your instincts causes hesitation, this points to a blocked and muddled Brow Chakra. A person's ego may become under or over inflated and interfere with reason and compassion as well.
Physical symptoms can include poor eyesight, eye strain, sinus issues and the inability to develop healthy sleep habits due to lack/surplus of melatonin.
How To Open Brow Chakra
1. Sit comfortably on the floor in Lotus or Easy Pose, using a large pillow or blanket as a cushion. Take a few cleansing breaths. Touch the tips of your fingers together, pointing them upwards, then bend all but the middle fingers down so that they touch at the backs of the fingers and inner palm knuckles. It may be easier for you to bend all fingers first, then straighten the two middle fingers. Your pinkies will stay in place when you press them together for support. Tuck your thumbs in, being sure to touch the pads together. Keep your hands about four inches away from your body, at the level of the Solar Plexus. Take a moment to feel the energy moving between your hands and your core.
2. Close your eyes and picture the area between your eyebrows glowing as a deep blue color. The color emanates from the brow and grows and expands as it fills the room, bathing you and everything around you with healthy indigo energy. Chant the Om sound, dragging out the sound and letting each note vibrate within you. The sound now blends with the color all around. You picture your eyes as clear and strong organs, and your sense of knowing is keen. Stay in this position, creating thoughts of positive actions, until you feel ready to go on.
3. Open your eyes, knowing that the indigo light is still with you, and release your hands. Place your right hand (or left if left-handed) front and center of your forehead, about an inch higher than your eyebrows, and begin a circular motion. Begin clockwise and then change to counterclockwise. Invite the indigo light into your mind with the knowledge that it cleanses and protects you. With eyes open or closed, visualize a whirling orb of the deepest blue appearing at the location of Brow Chakra, and becoming brighter and brighter. The light travels backward into your head, filling your mind with peace, comfort and understanding. Breathing in brings more of this energy, and breathing out removes any negativity from your inner self. Take comfort in the knowledge that the indigo light brings all good things to you. Stay in this place for as long as you feel you need to do so.
4. With eyes open, take your hand away from your forehead. Continue to take deep breaths, knowing that the Brow Chakra has now closed, and that the positive energy will continue to be a part of you.
Special Notes
The expression "Indigo Children" relates to those who are born with the ability to know and see things others can't. This is how the Brow Chakra is meant to function, and is an indication that these children were born with clear and open energy points.
To maintain good energy balance, you should always spend time meditating on all seven chakras during one session.
Om Shanti
