Chakras Guide

Understanding the Chakras and Their Healing Stones

The chakra system is an ancient energetic framework originating from spiritual traditions, describing seven main energy centres that run along the spine from the base to the crown of the head. Each chakra governs specific physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of wellbeing. When balanced, chakras support harmony, clarity, and vitality. Healing stones are traditionally used to support chakra alignment through intention, symbolism, and energetic resonance.

Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Located at the base of the spine, the Root Chakra is associated with stability, security, and grounding. It governs our sense of safety, physical needs, and connection to the earth. When balanced, it promotes confidence and emotional steadiness.

Healing stones linked to the Root Chakra include Red Jasper, Hematite, and Smoky Quartz, all traditionally associated with grounding, protection, and strength.

Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)

Situated just below the navel, the Sacral Chakra is connected to creativity, passion, pleasure, and emotional expression. A balanced sacral chakra supports healthy relationships, joy, and creative flow.

Common healing stones for this chakra include Carnelian, Orange Calcite, and Sunstone, which are believed to encourage vitality, confidence, and creative energy.

Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

The Solar Plexus Chakra is located in the upper abdomen and is associated with personal power, self-esteem, and motivation. When in balance, it fosters confidence, decisiveness, and inner strength.

Healing stones traditionally connected to this chakra include Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, and Yellow Jasper, stones linked with empowerment, clarity, and courage.

Heart Chakra (Anahata)

Found at the centre of the chest, the Heart Chakra governs love, compassion, emotional balance, and connection. It bridges the lower physical chakras with the higher spiritual chakras.

Stones associated with the Heart Chakra include Rose Quartz, Green Aventurine, and Jade, all traditionally linked with love, harmony, and emotional healing.

Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

The Throat Chakra is located at the throat and is connected to communication, truth, and self-expression. A balanced throat chakra supports clear communication and authenticity.

Healing stones for this chakra include Blue Lace Agate, Aquamarine, and Sodalite, which are traditionally associated with calm expression, clarity, and truth.

Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

Positioned between the eyebrows, the Third Eye Chakra is associated with intuition, insight, and inner wisdom. Balance here enhances perception, imagination, and spiritual awareness.

Stones commonly linked to this chakra include Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, and Fluorite, believed to support intuition, clarity, and mental focus.

Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

Located at the top of the head, the Crown Chakra represents spiritual connection, enlightenment, and higher consciousness. When balanced, it supports peace, clarity, and a sense of unity.

Healing stones associated with the Crown Chakra include Clear Quartz, Selenite, and Amethyst, traditionally connected to spiritual clarity and elevated awareness.

Chakra Balance & Mindful Rituals

Working with chakras is often combined with mindfulness practices such as meditation, aromatherapy, and intention setting. Incorporating healing stones into daily rituals can serve as a symbolic reminder to cultivate balance, presence, and inner harmony across mind, body, and spirit.

Please see our Healing Crystals Guide