1. Shannon Martin

2. Why are the Chakras Important? The more awareness we have about the energy the healthier and happier we will be

4. Heart Chakra Information Color: Green Located in the chest by the heart 4 th chakra

6. Heart Chakra Sanskrit Sanskrit name is Anahata Anahata means unstruck, fresh, unhurt, and clean

7. Lotus 12 petals Six pointed star in the middle of the petals There is an antelope located at the bottom of the six pointed star

8. Anatomical Associations Lungs Heart Circulatory system Arms Hands Skin

9. Being out in nature is essential for optimal heart chakra activity!

10. What does it represent? Unconditional love Not judgmental towards others Better relationships with people around you Caring about others Peace The understanding that we are a part of a bigger picture

11. Love is the primary emotion associated with the heart chakra

12. Affirmations of Heart Chakra Examples “Love is the answer” “I love myself unconditionally” “I love others unconditionally”

13. Symptoms of an unbalanced Heart Chakra Hypertension Heart problems Breathing problems Decreased immune system function

14. Why causes the Heart Chakra to be unbalanced? Making up for other chakras that are blocked It is important to identify the blocked chakra so that the energy can regain balance

15. Stimulation of the Heart Chakra Spending time in the great outdoors! Green foods Green drinks Green essential oils Green clothing Surrounding oneself with loved ones Meditation

16. Asana for the Heart Chakra Supta Baddha Konasana (Supine Bound Angle) Bidalasana (Cat Pose) Ustrasana (Camel Pose) Sphinx Pose Uttanasana (Forward Bend Pose) Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

17. Why I chose the Heart Chakra Love is essential for fulfillment I love to help other people I care about the wellbeing of others I want to improve my positive self talk and unconditional love for being myself

18. More Fun Facts! Associated element is air Note connected to heart chakra is F Animals related to 4 th chakra are: Birds Dove Antelope

20. Unconditional self love is something that I strive for

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