The Chakras

The chakras represent levels of psychic power and intelligence that extend around the body, and connect us with other spiritual bodies and souls.
Their natural energy enables us to grow, heal and change ourselves.

According to the spiritual systems of the East, the chakras ascend in a line from the first chakra at the base of the spine, through to the seventh chakra just above the crown of the head. The idea that humans have souls that continue after the death of the body is very ancient. Does that make it primitive thinking or does it offer fundamental insights into the human cindition that has lasted 100,000 years ?

A chakra is a circle of spiritual energy and intelligence that is perceived to be in constant motion. Some believe there is an eighth chakra that connects us with cosmic intelligence. Caroline Myss refers to this chakra as the Archetypal Dimension. See Spiritual Archetypes. A full explanation of the seven chakras can be found in Caroline's book 'Anatomy of Spirit'. Published by Bantam Books 1997. ISBN 0-553-50527-0. The eighth chakra forms the basis of her most recent book 'Sacred Contracts'. Published by Harmony 2001. ISBN 0-517-70392-0.

What can these Chakras teach us ?
The chakras are believed to be the source of our personal energy and power in the world. It is easy to lose sight of this fundamental truth until the material dimensions of our life let's us down. Then we start to look for answers. the chakras reflect a deep understanding of human nature that has remained unchanged fo ten's of thousand's of years.

Chakras 1, 2 and 3 allow us to see the important issues of life that come from the outside-in - sources of external power over which we have no direct control.. Such as the family and community we are born into, the strength of the relationships we have with others and the strengths we are perceived to have by others - our personal identities, personalities and reputations. In the workplace community the outside-in forces are created by your customers and service partners. If you do not feel 'at home' in the workplace, you have the problem - go and find a new 'tribe' where you can feel a sense of belonging. Knowing if it is the right place for you requires you to know yourself from the inside-out.

Chakras 4, 5, 6 and 7 allow us to connect with the important issues of life that come from the inside-out - sources of internal power. They are not determined by what happens outside ourselves as we can take control of them if we choose to. Misdirecting these powers can have devastating effects on our health and our relationships with others. They are our personal challenges and determine how comfortable we will feel living in our own bodies. In the workplace community the inside-out forces influence our effectiveness as leaders and followers of others. They determine how we see ourselves and how we treat others. They influence how we feel, the wisdom of our choices and our need to serve a bigger purpose.

What are the messages for change ?
The spiritual dimension of our lives does not appear to be distant, mystical or complex. Some underlying 'rules' suggest themselves, which we would do well to pay attention to:

All circumstances can be changed in a moment. Our imagination or perspective on life is not limited to human time space or physical conditions. We choose what we see, do, feel and think.

Change is constant. Every person experiences traumatic and peaceful change. We must learn to go with the flow of change - it's natural.

Never look to others to make change easier for you. You must deal with it yourself. It's about your capability, your responsibility and your emotional and spiritual maturity.

Life is a learning experience. Nobody can make you learn - that's your decision - you have free will. But when you are spiritually aware, you realise that every situation, challenge and relationship has something to teach you. You just have to be willing to learn and change to make your life better.

Positive energy works more effectively than negative energy in each and every situation. Change is about allowing your authentic self or spirit to dominate the mental, physical and emotional burdens created by your mind.

You can only live your life in the present moment, so change too has to happen now if it is to happen. Tomorrow never comes..