Crasses & Voluptés

The crown chakra is the seventh chakra and it is at the top of the “chakra ladder” which starts from the root chakra that grounds us on the Earth and progresses upward to the Sahasrara which connects us with the universe and the Divine source of creation.

Sahasrara is located at the crown of the head. The gift of this chakra is experiencing unity and the selfless realization that everything is connected at a fundamental level.

The energy of this chakra allows us to experience mystical oneness with everyone and everything in nature.

There is no intellectual knowing at the level of seventh chakra, but there is   serenity, joy, and deep peace about life.

You have a sense of knowing that there is a deeper meaning of life and that there is an  order that underlies all of existence.

The “way of the crown chakra” is the way of going beyond the limits of your own ego. It is the way of transcending the ego and knowing that all of creation is interconnected at a fundamental level.

A level that some call the “Akasha” or “Zero Point Field”, or just “the Field”. This is the fundamental level of connection.

According to Tantric philosophy, the seventh chakra is both a receiver and giver of energy and consciousness. It receives energy to sustain life and it gives back the personal energy to unite with the collective pool of consciousness.

It is the meeting point between finite (the body and the ego) and infinite (the universe and soul).

It is the place where time and timelessness intersect and where death and eternal life meet.

The thousand petal chakra embraces an attitude of gratitude for one’s life.

When we realize that everything is interconnected and that we are  part of the larger scheme of life, we begin to live with gratitude, faith and trust, rather than filled with fear and anxiety.

We are guided by the higher power and we feel divinity from within and from without.

The challenge of this chakra is to liberate the spirit - open to the divine - and at the same time stay firmly rooted deep in the ground.

Crown  Chakra at a glance:

             Sanskrit name: Sahasrara - thousand petal              Element: No element, or thought              Color: Violet or white              Shape: Round scullcap              Petals of the lotus: One thousand              Seed sound: Ah              Vowel sound: Ngngng              Rights: To know and to learn              Endocrine gland: Pineal gland              Physical association: Central nervous system, cerebral cortex              Psychological function: Awareness, understanding              Identity: Universal identity              Developmental stage: Throughout life              Challenge: Attachment              Plane: Truth, reality              Planets: Uramis              Deity: The guru within              Mythological Animal: Eagle              Incense: Myrrh              Herb: Gotu Kola              Sephira: Kether

Crown Chakra Affirmations

I am part of the Divine

I honor the Divine within me

I seek to understand and to learn from my life experiences

I cherish my spirit

I seek experiences that nourish my spirit

I listen to the wisdom of universe

I trust my intuition

I am open to letting go of my attachments

I live in the present moment

I am grateful for all the goodness in my life

I love and accept myself

I know that all is well in my world

I am connected with the wisdom of the universe

I am open to divine wisdom

My life moves with grace

I am at peace

Stones for the Crown Chakra

Here are a few healing stones frequently used to open, balance and heal the Crown chakra. Listed is the name, color, type of stone, and crystal meaning/purpose of each:

Selenite: Relatively Clear — Crystalline Mineral — Opens and activates the third eye, crown chakra and Soul Star, Cleanses the auric field, Clears congested energies, Lifts awareness to higher planes, Compels one to move forward in life, Helps remove stagnation.

Clear Quartz: Clear — Crystalline Mineral — Amplifies energy, Has memory and is programmable, Brings heightened spiritual awareness, Opens chakras, Expands consciousness, Used to communicate with guides, Encourages clarity, Amplifies psychic abilities, Stimulates the nervous system, Growth of hair and fingernails.

Amethyst: Purple, violet — Semi-precious –Facilitates meditation, Helps communication with ones guides and angles, Helps to understand the root cause of ones imbalance or disease, Helps reveal self destructive patterns of the ego, Helps those who feel they are not native to planet earth, Used to heal addictive behavior patterns, Helps with clarity of mind.

Diamond: Clear — Precious — Access to divine energies, Facilitates connection with higher domains, Promotes truth and vision, Used to clear energy fields, Can help remove density in the emotional body, Used as support stone for other minerals.

Sahasrara Called the crown chakra, it is located on the topmost portion of the head. The colour used to identify it is either white or purple. It is the highest form of chakra, which opens up the spiritual communication completely with the universe. It’s often drawn as a lotus blooming open. Feed it with: Incense and smudging herbs like sage, copal, myrrh, frankincense, and juniper. Fasting and detoxifying are said to be beneficial for the development of the chakra as it awakens to the highest form spiritual communication.

Symptoms of a Crown Chakra Blockage

An imbalance in the crown chakra leads to spiritual distress. Symptoms of a blockage in the seventh chakra include:

Isolation and loneliness; inability to connect with others

Lack of direction

Inability to set or maintain goals

Feeling disconnected spiritually

Physical symptoms of a blocked crown chakra include:

Neurological disorders

Nerve pain

Thyroid and pineal gland disorders

Alzheimer’s

Recurring headaches, migraines

Schizophrenia and delusional disorders

Insomnia

Depression

Balancing Crown Chakra Overactivity

Restoring balance to the seventh chakra is key to maintaining a healthy balance within your chakra system overall.

Changing up your diet to include healthy, whole foods and adding regular exercise to your routine is sometimes enough to help restore balance. However, if the overactivity is prolonged or severe, energy healing may be necessary to get your chakra energy flow back on track. Incorporating the use of aromatherapy, chakra healing stones, Reiki, or even Tai Chi can help alleviate issues of chakra overactivity.

It is important to remember energy healing takes time to work, so signs and symptoms of imbalance will not subside overnight.

Before Attempting To Open Your Crown Chakra

The crown chakra is a very important chakra that helps the other six chakras stay open, however, it is just as important to note that you must balance your root chakra before attempting to balance your crown chakra as you need a good foundation to remain grounded. Be sure to work through all your chakras as well beginning with the root chakra and working to the crown chakra to help stimulate energy flow and harmony.

Exercises to Open Your Crown Chakra

Connect to your inner self through yoga, meditation and contemplation. Repeat a mantra or affirmation that resonates with the crown chakra. The best mantra for the crown chakra is OM. Turn off the TV, radio and computer so that you may be open to hearing the universe around you. Take nature walks or mountain hikes to reconnect. Use recommended essential oils to promote the healing and openness of your chakras Keep a dream journal to write down your dreams and imaginations. Wear the colors associated with the chakra. White and violet are connected with the crown chakra. Carry a gemstone that resonates with you. Violet or clear gemstones like quartz crystal, diamond, amethyst are recommended for the crown chakra.

Opening Your Crown Chakra With Affirmation

You can use affirmations to inspire a shift in your attitude and energy that will contribute to the crown chakra opening. For example:

Om / Aum

I am divine.

I accept all that comes into my day with trust and selflessness.

I am selfless.

I honor all others.

Life will bring me many wonders today.

Today will bring me a new enthusiasm.

My crown chakra projects inspiration.

Beneficial Essential Oils for Opening the Crown Chakra

Lavender- helps you incorporate spirituality in your daily life. Sandalwood- encourages deeper mediation and higher consciousness. Rose- establishes angelic connection Frankincense- helps you connect with the eternal and Divine. Cedarwood- helps strengthen the Divine and universal connection Myrrh- creates a bridge between the universe and earth plane. Rosewood- promotes opening of the crown.

Keith Richards at Villa Nellcote during the ‘Exile’ sessions