Understanding the Crown Chakra: The Gateway to Spiritual Connection
Sahasrara, or the crown chakra, is the highest of the seven human body chakras. It is at the very top of the head and is often represented as a lotus color violet or white with a thousand petals. It is considered the center of spiritual connection and of human enlightenment. The crown chakra, in fact, is seen as representing the very connection between a human and the universe, with some universal, kind of all-encompassing divine wisdom. When a person has this chakra in balance, then that person should feel all right with any kind of spirituality that allows them to see the kind of unity and purpose that makes life worth living.
The Impact of a Balanced Crown Chakra on Spiritual Health
Spiritual health and the overall well-being of a person have a direct correlation with the state of the crown chakra. When the crown chakra is balanced, it allows for something like the “clear channel” that is often referenced by people talking about spiritual enlightenment. More than just clarity of thought, it’s about wisdom and a deep, profound sense of peace. It’s no accident that the word “peace” is often affiliated with the crown chakra, or that the colors associated with it are the ones in which you see the most light—white and violet.
Physical Symptoms of an Unbalanced Crown Chakra
When the crown chakra is not in balance, the body’s physical symptoms may range from headaches to fatigue and even to neurological disorders. Yet, surprisingly, these symptoms do not get much attention. We are much more focused as a society on the mental health aspects of wellbeing than we are on the physical health side. But what does this have to do with the crown chakra? Well, the ill effects of a crown chakra that is not in balance can and do manifest as physical symptoms.
The Mental Benefits of a Balanced Crown Chakra
Mental clarity and focus that work wonders in the crown chakra. When this chakra is balanced and aligned, thoughts are very organized, which helps you work on and solve difficult problems and make complex decisions. If we think about what a clear and balanced crown chakra does for you, it makes us realize that it serves quite a few mental faculties—such as cognitive functioning. These are all the benefits that we can derive from a clear and balanced crown chakra. When that is the case, you can easily and effortlessly become a zen master.
Open-Mindedness and Personal Growth through the Crown Chakra
The crown chakra, when in balance, naturally promotes open-mindedness. This is a state that welcomes new ideas and fresh perspectives; one where personal growth is almost guaranteed, as it leads to a more profound comprehension of this world we inhabit. When the crown is nice and healthy up atop the head, the intuitive faculties are sharpened and trustworthy gut feelings and instincts come with greater regularity. Life decisions, especially the big ones, seem easier to make when the crown chakra is in harmony with the rest of the body and its energy centers.
Emotional Well-Being and the Crown Chakra’s Influence
It ensures that you act in ways that are truly aligned with your innermost wishes. It gives you life clarity and propels you with true, unwavering motivation. And this is its role, as far as I’m concerned, in the realm of emotional well-being. It is certainly ignored and overlooked by many self-help gurus today who seem to favor efficiency and productivity over meaningfulness. But the crown chakra is not about any of these. It is much more about the fluffy stuff—the metaphysical Sensible-Bob way. If you are seeking an emotional Set Point, which is a life state where your emotional well-being is on autopilot, the crown chakra is a great route to take.
Compassion and Empathy Through a Balanced Crown Chakra
The crown chakra is a chakra that enhances compassion and empathy. Or, more accurately, when the crown chakra is balanced, it allows you to feel and express the compassion and empathy that you are inherently capable of, but which many of us (myself definitely included) don’t always manifest in our everyday lives. This section of the book is about the crown chakra in yoga. However, I think some of the principles related to its balancing and its consequences can apply to other ways of working with the crown chakra, as well.
Using Crystals for Crown Chakra Healing
For a long time, people have utilized crystals for medicinal purposes, and they have been especially effective in the realm of chakra healing. For this discussion, we will focus on the crown chakra, but it’s crucial to understand that healing occurs at both a physical and spiritual level. It is indeed possible to balance the chakra systems within the body using crystals. To assist you in this process, I will discuss three crown chakra crystals in detail: Eudialyte, Amethyst, and Charoite. Each of these is potent and powerful in its own right and serves as a wonderful tool for crown chakra balancing.
Eudialyte: A Powerful Crystal for Crown Chakra Alignment
Eudialyte is a rare and radiantly colored crystal that performs an almost choreographic function in terms of how specific colors and shapes associate with specific meanings in the work of opening and aligning the crown chakra. It is almost miraculous how eudialyte promotes the kind of self-discovery and personal empowerment that lead to interactions and experiences with what many call “higher realms.” Meditating with a piece of eudialyte on your crown chakra or in your hands is a powerful way of working with this beautiful crystal of transformation.
Amethyst: A Calming Crystal for Crown Chakra Healing
Its soothing energy helps to relax the mind and create the conditions necessary for sincere and true spiritual work. You can work with amethyst in a number of ways. You can wear it as jewelry; you can place it under your pillow to assist with dream work; or you can place it on your forehead, or hold it in your hand, while meditating. Whatever you do, let its energy really work on you. Don’t fight it. You’re probably harboring some negative thinking that needs to be addressed. And if that happens, you might feel really crummy for a bit—that’s what’s often called the “healing crisis.” But negative energy needs to be cleared for you to think straight and for you to connect with your higher self.
Charoite: A Transformative Gemstone for the Crown Chakra
Charoite is a powerful gemstone known for its transformative properties. When you work with Charoite—one of three distinct crystals that I recommend for enhancing the balance of the crown chakra—you will very likely feel a shift in your energy. And while the crown chakra is the focus of our current exploration (because Charoite, Clear Quartz, and Amethyst are all excellent tools for enhancing its balance), remember that any energy work you do with Charoite can also benefit all the chakras and your overall spiritual health.
Healing Herbs for the Crown Chakra
Healing Herbs for the Crown Chakra There are certain herbs that are especially good for chakra healing because they enhance not just physical health but also spiritual growth.
Gotu Kola: A Herb for Enhancing Crown Chakra Health
Gotu Kola: Used in both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, gotu kola has been cultivated for thousands of years. The remarkable herb is known as a brain tonic and is actually used in many formulations for enhancing cognitive function. In meditation practices, it is said to help calm the mind. When the mind is calm, the crown chakra can open, and spiritual work can be performed more easily.
Lavender: A Relaxing Herb for Crown Chakra Balance
Lavender: An herb commonly found in European gardens, lavender has many uses. Promoting relaxation and almost sleep-like states, the popular herb serves to de-stress the body and open the pathways to the crown chakra. When the body is free of stress, the next step toward true spiritual connection can be made.
Teas for Balancing the Crown Chakra
Teas for Crown Chakra Balance While Crown Chakra Tea may not be a common household item, it is a tool that you should consider for the work of keeping your crown chakra in balance. If you look to herbalists, you might find that they are very positive about making “enchanted” teas. These herbalists don’t just see herbal tea as medicine or as a delivery system for the active ingredients found in plants; rather, they see herbal tea as an integral part of a larger healing ritual.
Crystal-Infused Teas for Crown Chakra Healing
Crystal Blend: Choose a selection of your favorite teas and add the crystal energy of Eudialyte, Amethyst, and Charoite. You may also use crystal essences for convenience. For each cup of hot tea, steep 1 teaspoon of the blend for 5-10 minutes, holding the intention that the tea will help balance your crown chakra. Enchanted Tea: Develop a personal ritual that includes the desire of your efforts and a clear intention related to your crown chakra. Then, use this nice and simple ritual: As you slowly sip your enchanted tea blend, see and feel white light entering through your crown, filling every cell with pure energy, and allowing any blockages to dissolve peacefully.
Moon Energy and the Crown Chakra: A Powerful Connection
Another concoction we have is for crown balance. This tea is crystal-infused and contains Moon’s Energy—a potent mix for working on one’s Crown Chakra. The moon is the celestial body associated with this energy center, and all of our emotions live under its influence. The moon’s four phases also provide us with different vibes to harness throughout the month for various kinds of magic. Balancing the Crown Chakra can not only ensure that your spiritual life is flourishing but also give you more peace of mind in everyday situations.
The New Moon: A Time for Setting Intentions and Crown Chakra Balance
Take the new moon as an example. It’s an optimal period to establish intentions and develop the very beginnings of spiritual growth. Birth rituals of any kind are especially auspicious when the moon is dark. Meditating during this phase, with the intent of achieving balance and clarity in your spiritual journey, can set a powerful cause in motion. As the moon gains light, so too does the new energy you can tap into for works of action and spiritual manifestation. For some, this might mean participating in a vigorous yoga class to awaken the too-long-sleeping crown chakra. Others might take to a more private space, such as the home office, to commune with the inner self and journal about any recent meditation experiences.
Full Moon Meditation and the Crown Chakra
Lunar energy is at its zenith during the full moon, which offers a profound opportunity to sit in deep meditation and connect with what some people might call their higher selves or even with God. Meditate under the full moon if you can, and if the weather permits, do so out of doors, bathing in the moonlight and making it part of your meditation. When visualizing light from the moon, and making it part of your practice, see it coming into your body and lighting up your crown chakra. Following that, go deep under the influence of the full moon’s meditative powers and see where it takes you.
Journaling and Release Rituals for Crown Chakra Purification
Writing in a journal or conducting a release ritual can assist in purifying your thoughts and spirit from all that would weigh it down. This is true, especially if you do it in sync with the moon, when you can draw upon that celestial body’s unique energy for a boost. All of this is amped up, naturally, when you concentrate on balancing your Crown Chakra and allow that area of your being to fully take in what you’re doing. A little moon energy and a bit of Crown Chakra chakra balancing can go a long way toward making you feel spiritually at peace and crystal clear in your thinking.