2. • The earliest known written record of chakras is found in the Hindu scriptures around the 6th century B.C.
and played key roles in some ancient Indian healing systems. (Skuban, "An Introduction to Balancing
Chakras")
• The chakras are the seven life-force energy centers of the body. (Skuban, "An Introduction to Balancing
Chakras")
• The Third-Eye chakra is also called, “Ajna” (meaning “brow”). Located between the brows.
• Associated with light, intuition, and wisdom.
• Color: Indigo
History/Origin
3. Purpose/Benefits
• “…free communication with universal
consciousness” (Best, “A Chakra System
Model of Lifespan Development”)
• Higher Consciousness, in terms of letting
go of your ego and obsessions of the world
• Sharper Intuition, more aware of inner-
intelligence
• Release of Resentment
• Mood Stability
• Peaceful Sleep
• Clarity (More Perceptive)
4. Signs of Blocked Third Eye Chakra
Physical
• Vision and Eye Problems
• Headaches/Migraines
• Dizziness
• Sinusitis
• Insomnia
Mental
• Confusion
• Heightened skepticism
• Nightmares
• Lack of imagination
• Lack of intuition
• Lack of concentration
Emotional
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Distrust
• Panic
• Fear
5. Ways to Awaken/Balance Your Third Eye
Crystal Therapy: wear as part of
jewelry or just have on you
Aromatherapy:
• Jasmine
• Basil
• Geranium
• Lavender
• Rosemary
Eat Purple Foods:
• Eggplant
• Grapes
• Blackberries
• Figs
• Purple potatoes
Sound Therapy:
• Key note: A
• Frequency: 426.7 Hz
• Bells and Chimes
6. Bija Mantras: Ksham (earthly, patient,
compassionate, forgiving) and Om
(source or supreme)
Mudra/Mantra
Kalesvara Mudra:
• Calms the mind and brings mental
peace
• Calms feelings of anxiety and
agitation
• Enhances memory and concentration
• Assists in modifying character trait
• Helps to contemplate
8. Bibliography
Best, C. K. (2010). Best, K. C. (2010). A chakra system model of lifespan development.
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies, 29(2), 11–27.. International Journal of Transpersonal
Studies, 29 (2). http://dx.doi.org/10.24972/ijts.2010.29.2.11
Skuban, Renee. Accupuncture Massage College, 27 Oct. 2016,
https://www.amcollege.edu/blog/balancing-chakras.
Snyder, Stephanie. “Chakra Tune-Up: Intro to the Ajna.” Yoga Journal, Yoga Journal, 27 Jan.
2015, https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/chakratuneup2015-intro-ajna.
