Bandhas: The Sacred Seals
In Sanskrit, Bandha means to “bind,” “lock,” or “seal.” Imagine your body as a sacred vessel. Without these seals, the energy we cultivate through breath and movement simply leaks out through the sensory gates. By engaging the Bandhas, we create a closed circuit, allowing our inner fire to transform from a flickering candle into a radiant sun.
Sahasrara:the thousand petals
In Sanskrit, Sahasrara means “thousand-petaled.” Imagine a magnificent lotus blooming on your crown, its petals white and effulgent, radiating light that connects you to the cosmos. It is the seat of enlightenment, the place where the illusion of separation finally dissolves, and we remember our inherent oneness with all that is.
Anahata: The Unstruck Melody of the Heart
In Sanskrit, Anahata translates to “unstruck” or “unhurt.” This name carries a profound mystery: it refers to the celestial sound (the Om) that creates itself without two objects striking together.
Ajna: The Silent Command of Intuition
While the lower chakras connect us to the earth and our emotions, and the heart connects us to others, Ajna connects us to insight. It is the realm of Indigo, a deep, midnight blue that bridges the finite mind with the infinite cosmos. It is here that we move from thinking to knowing.