Science and technology have made great strides. However, there has been one very negative unforeseen side effect of this great progress ? people have either forgotten their spiritual needs or have relegated them to the background.

Hindu thinking on the nature of being is different and as a result the spiritual belief in the spiritual healing flame burns bright in spite of science and technology.

Our bodies are comprised of seven primary and thousands of secondary Chakras. Chakra, a Sanskrit word which translates to "wheel of light" is used to denote these energy centers within the human body; which are believed to continuously rotate and vibrate, at least in the case of a healthy person.

Chakras that become unbalanced result in an imbalance in the body, and health suffers as a result. When Chakras are balanced, the body attains a state of health, spiritual enlightenment and inner peace.

The chakras can be thought of as "entrance gates" of the aura and the central points that obtain, convey and incorporate life force energy within the body. The seven main chakras are situated along the central line of the body "from the base of the spine to the top of the head." These seven main chakras take in and then transmit energies to and from celestial bodies, nature, the universe and even other people.

Why do the chakras become distorted?

If one or more of the chakras become blocked, energy does not flow properly through them and ultimately, there will be an imbalance among the chakras that can give one problems in every area of life.

Harmoniously functioning Chakras can be distorted causing a breakdown because of many reasons including: eating patterns that are unhealthy, increased amounts of stress, lack of health, decrease in exercise, childhood stresses and negative events, various cultural conditions, truths distorted from reality and the like.

Chakra balancing is the Real Key to Better Health and Happiness

When the Chakras are in balance it will lead to Health and Happiness. While the idea of Chakra balance may be considered utopian, it is something to strive for and most knowledgeable people will tend to attempt to strike a fine balance between the Chakras. Chakra balancing is responsible for the continuing belief in the ability of the body to self-heal.

The chakras can easily control behavior, thoughts, physical ailments, glandular procedures, and body shapes. By balancing the chakras, we ensure that limitations nonetheless work in tandem with achieving a healthy mind, body and soul.

The known good effects of Chakra Balancing include:

* An overall sense of happiness and inner peace

* Good physical health

* Being in touch with one's body and having consciousness

* Being sexually content but not lustful

* Being aware of one's feelings ethereally

* Having an increased capacity to express love and one's life, and to attract it as well

* Having increased maturity and spiritual growth

* Spiritual healing through higher patterns of consciousness, awareness, and acceptance

* Having an affectionate and kind heart

* Having wonderful confidence without being overconfident

* The realization of one's true self and purpose in the universe.

How do you accomplish Chakra Balancing?

One can accomplish chakra balancing in several ways. You can use any one of the following methods to successfully balance your chakras – or you can use more than one.

* Medicinal Therapies i.e. Reiki,

* Yoga (including breathing exercises) and meditation

* Making physical exercise a part of your day

* Color/Light Therapy

* Use of crystals or gems

* Balancing the chakras by using pendulums or hands

* Aromatherapy and relaxation techniques

*Utilizing touch therapy

* Having an optimistic outlook

* Using sound frequencies that are binaural

* Hypnosis and Affirmations, etc.

Our bodies are comprised of energy, and in them, spent energy is disposed of and released by the bodily organs and then replenished with new energy supplies.

When you balance your chakras, you make sure that this energy is used by the body optimally as well as stored efficiently. You also make sure that all of your body cells and essential organs get their fair share of this energy.

Achieving a balance of the Chakras brings back the natural state vibration on the correct frequency.