The Sacral Chakra
Second Chakra - Svadhisthana
Creativity
The second chakra, located in the reproductive area, connects to our feelings, emotions, sexuality and creativity. When off balance we may feel jealousy, guilt, possessiveness, shame of our body/sexuality. When in balance this chakra brings us grace, flexibility, depth of feeling, sexual fulfilment and creativity.
Location: Lower Abdomen
Colour: Orange
Element: Water
Mantra: “I Feel”
The sacral chakra is linked to our sexuality, relationships, joy, pleasure, emotions and creativity.
Addictions
Depression
Emotional Instability
Frequent UTI’s
Fear of Change
Lack of Inspiration
Difficulty Expressing Emotions
Reproductive Issues
Signs of an Imbalanced Sacral Chakra
Yoga Postures to Balance the Sacral Chakra
Hip opening yoga postures and movements that feel free and fluid can be beneficial for the sacral chakra. Yinyasa practices are especially helpful. Postures to try include:
Utkata Konasana - Goddess Pose
Ashta Chandrasana - Crescent Lunge
Trikonasana - Triangle
Paschimottanasana - Seated Forward Fold
Supta Vajrasasa - Reclined Thunderbolt Pose
Upavistha Konasana - Seated Straddle Pose
Baddha Konasana - Bound Angle Pose
Herbs that can balance the sacral chakra are those which promote passion, creativity and emotional fluidity. They work by helping to cleanse the chakra, release fears and ignite creative expression. Some options include:
Vanilla
Fennel
Milk Thistle
Coriander
Liquorice
Hibiscus
Cinnamon
Herbs to Balance the Sacral Chakra
Crystals that are orange of remind you of water are particular useful for cleansing the sacral chakra. These include:
Garnet
Moonstone
Citrine
Tigers Eye
Cornelian
Red Carnelian
Amber
Crystals to Balance the Sacral Chakra
Essential Oils to Balance the Sacral Chakra
Uplifting and bright citrus scents are the types of essential oils most effectively used to balance the sacral chakra. Some options include:
Bergamot
Sweet Orange
Clary Sage
Cardamon
Neroli
Fennel
Geranium
When the sacra chakra is balanced we can feel an overall sense of vitality, creativity and self-comfort. We feel in touch with our emotions, but not overwhelmed by them and are able to have healthy relationships with clear boundaries. Balancing this chakra also helps us tap into and get comfortable with our sexuality