Chakras and Mental Health
According to Yoga tradition, our energy flows through the subtle body, which is an aspect for ourselves that is invisible to the naked eye. It is sometimes called the energy body. The subtle body has seven major points called Chakras, which are believed to be energy vortices. When energy in a chakra is blocked, it causes imbalances in the body, mind, or emotions. These imbalances can show up as physical symptoms like poor digestion or psychological symptoms like worry or lethargy. Understanding the distinctions between different psychological and therapeutic points of view becomes increasingly clear as one learns more about these centers and their characteristics. According to some Eastern traditions, the seven energy centers known as Chakras are connected to both physical and emotional well-being. Nevertheless, little is known about chakras and how they may contribute to the onset or treatment of anxiety. In this work, the psychological components of each chakra are exami...