In the yogic tradition, chakras are the energy centres of the human body.
They are located at major branching of the nervous system.
They are connected to each other by channels (nadis) where vital energy (prana)
flows between the base of the spine to the top of the skull
(for more details, see Wikipedia).
The chakras are associated with endocrine glands which secrete the hormones that are the chemical messengers which ensure the proper functioning of our organism
(for more details, see Wikipedia)
The 5+ Tibetans DVD and the Sufi Chakra Breathing CD
are very good tools to increase vital energy (Prana) and
direct it towards each energy centre (chakra) to stimulate its endocrine glands
Here are the locations and positive qualities of each of the seven main chakras
as well as the main functions of the associated endocrine glands
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Sahasrara / Crown: at top of head
Oneness with all, Cosmic understanding
Pineal gland
Regulates bio-rhythms and circadian rhythms
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Ajna / Third Eye: between eyebrows
Intuition, Creative thinking, Big picture view
Pituary gland (hypophysis)
The master ochestrator of the endocrine system
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Vishuda / Throat: in hollow of throat
Creative expression, Speaking the Truth
Thyroid and parathyroid
Metabolic control and calcium management
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Anahata / Heart: in middle of sternum
Compassion, Unconditional Love
Thymus
Imune system
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Manipura / Solar Plexus: between sternum and navel
Power, Calm assurance, Open to change
Pancreas
Management of glucose levels
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Svadistana / Navel, Sex: between navel and pubic bone
Will, Creativity, Sensuality, Relatedness
Ovaries, Testes
Libido, energy, immunity, reproduction
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Muladhara / Root, Base: at sacrum/coccyx
Survival, Security, Health, Groundedness
Adrenal glands
Fight or flight response, Electrolyte balance
Carbohydrates management
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