Crown Chakra
From my own journey with energy work, I’ve found the crown to be the center where the spiritual and physical worlds begin to meet. Often known as the seventh and final chakra in the energetic system, this powerful point sits at the top of the head and marks the connection to something much higher than ourselves. It’s where thought, intellect, and mind go beyond their usual complexity and move toward understanding our true nature and the meaning of life. For many, this space symbolizes an expansive, infinite universe, often visualized as a thousand petal lotus. These petals, though imagined upward toward the heavens, are actually turned downward, like a sunflower, allowing divine energy to flow from above and through the chakras below.
This sacred cycle completes itself only when growth is rooted in earth, and flourish through experience in our day to day lives. Just as a lotus needs roots in the earth to bloom, our consciousness only expands when there’s grounding. It’s in this delicate balance, where all chakras are interdependent, each forming a whole and supporting the others, that true merging with the divine happens a state that transcends our everyday existence and connects us to the vastness of everything.
What happens when the crown chakra is open?
In my personal journey with energy healing and meditation, I’ve noticed that when the crown chakra is truly open and balanced, a person naturally gains the ability to perceive, analyze, and integrate subtle layers of information at a deeper level. It creates a mind that is both receptive and expansive, one that feels connected to an infinite energy center. Those with this active flow tend to be highly intelligent, deeply thoughtful, and extremely aware, often able to see beyond the surface of things. They are always questioning, always exploring the mysteries of life, with a discerning eye and a calm, centered presence. An open crown chakra also signifies a strong spiritual connection that goes beyond being religious it’s a feeling of being part of something greater than just yourself. This might be the universe, nature, or a higher consciousness that flows through all individuals. People in this state often carry wisdom beyond their years, demonstrating a quiet mastery of life’s lessons with a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of all things. This heightened awareness affects how they approach life grounded in a deep sense of purpose, guided by clarity, and rooted in both experience and inner insight.
What happens when there is too much energy in the crown chakra?
When the crown chakra is closed or imbalanced, it can cause a disconnection from spirituality and lead to a feeling of being intimidating or even dismissed as unrealistic. This can make it challenging for individuals to explore deeper meanings in life, slowing both intellectual and spiritual growth. A blocked crown chakra can limit open mindedness and curiosity, leaving people stuck in rigid belief systems, resistant to new ideas or perspectives. In some cases, excess energy may build up, causing an imbalance that disrupts the flow of energy through the lower chakras, leading to feelings of instability, restlessness, and a skewed sense of self. This makes it harder to find balance between the interior and exterior worlds, and can disconnect us from our sense of purpose or connection to something greater than ourselves.
Crown Chakra Location
The crown chakra is commonly located at the top of the head, slightly above it, sitting like a crown. This position allows the energy to be radiating upwards, giving it its distinctive name. The location of the crown chakra is deeply associated with the pituitary gland, and to a lesser degree, the pineal and hypothalamus. These glands work together in a pair to help regulate the endocrine system, which is crucial for maintaining the body’s internal balance. Energetically, the crown chakra also has a connection with the first chakra, as both are located at the extremities of the chakra system, with the brain and nervous system playing vital roles in the flow of energy.
Behavioral Characteristics of the Crown Chakra
When the crown chakra is balanced, it brings a sense of awareness and connection to the higher states of consciousness. People with an open crown chakra often experience a profound realization and liberation from limiting patterns. They feel a union with the universal and the sacred, often transcending the boundaries of space and time.
Some key behavioral traits of a balanced crown chakra include:
Bliss and ecstasy as a natural state of being.
A quality of clarity and enlightened wisdom that transcends personal experience.
A sense of presence and spiritual connection with the infinite and formless aspects of the universe.
This chakra allows individuals to connect with the cosmic self, embracing the paradox that opposites can be one. The energy of the crown chakra opens the gateway to higher consciousness, bringing transcendent states that guide one’s life with clarity and purpose. It also enables a deep connection with the divine and a sense of limitless freedom.
How to Balance Your Crown Chakra
Balancing your crown chakra can bring a sense of ease both mentally and physically. When you have the ability to situate yourself in the world, it creates a natural flow of relaxation and clear headedness. This increased synergy between the physical and mental aspects of your being allows for a deeper connection to the spiritual realm. There are various things you can do off and on the mat to help restore your equilibrium and maintain harmony within yourself.
Basic Yoga Poses For The Crown Chakra
The Sahasrara chakra, located at the top of the head, is closely linked to our connection with the universal life force. To open and balance this chakra, specific yoga asanas can be highly beneficial. These poses help improve flexibility, strength, and stamina, while also soothing and calming the mind. The Sahasrara chakra benefits from seated and inverted postures, which create a deep connection to higher consciousness.
Here are some effective yoga poses for the crown chakra:
- Supported Headstand (Salamba Sirsasana) – Brings oxygen and blood to the head, promoting balance and soothing the crown area.
- Plow Pose (Halasana) – Stretches the spine and shoulders, helping to relieve tension and balance the chakra.
- Shoulderstand (Salamba Sarvangasana) – Tones the lower body and alleviates depression.
- Lotus Pose (Padmasana) – Stimulates the core and brings balance to the crown chakra.
- Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) – Stimulates the liver, reproductive organs, and kidneys, supporting the chakra’s healing.
- Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana) – Stretches the hips and stimulates important organs, further opening the crown chakra.
Stones for the Crown Chakra
This programmable crystalline mineral amplifies energy and spiritual awareness, expands consciousness, and stimulates the nervous system. It is used to communicate with guides, encourages clarity, and supports psychic abilities, helping to balance the chakras and promote growth in various aspects like hair and fingernails.
A clear, crystalline mineral that helps open and activate the crown chakra and Soul Star. It cleanses the auric field, clears congested energies, and lifts awareness to higher planes. Selenite compels you to move forward in life and remove stagnation.
A precious stone that provides access to divine energies, promoting truth, vision, and a strong connection with higher domains. It clears energy fields, removes density in the emotional body, and serves as a support stone for other minerals, enhancing their healing properties.
A violet, semi precious stone that facilitates meditation and helps with communication with angels. It aids in uncovering the root cause of imbalance or disease and heals self destructive patterns related to the ego, helping to clear the mind for better spiritual awareness.
To meditate for your Sahasrara chakra, start by visualizing the violet colour associated with it. Imagine it as a glowing halo above your head. With your eyes closed, focus on the radiance of the violet light, feeling it pulse with your breath. Let your awareness rise into a column of light, shining down into your body. This light will fill you, from your crown to your body and the space around you. Visualize it rising back out through the crown, encasing you in a sparkling spotlight. As you meditate, chant the sound OM to connect with everything that exists both inside and outside of you. This practice brings clarity and deepens your connection with the spiritual realm.
FAQ's
What does the crown chakra do?
The crown chakra connects us to higher consciousness, spirituality, and universal energy, promoting enlightenment and wisdom.
What trauma is stored in the crown chakra?
The crown chakra holds trauma related to spiritual disconnect, lack of purpose, and feelings of isolation or disconnection from the divine.
What heals the crown chakra?
Practices like meditation, visualization, and chanting can help heal and balance the crown chakra.
What are some ways to awaken our crown chakra?
You can awaken the crown chakra through practices like deep meditation, focusing on violet light, chanting OM, and connecting with higher spiritual realms.