The human body has vital points of energy that are used consciously or unconsciously and greatly influence the experiences that happen in our lives. The term "chakra" is used to mean these critical points.

Chakras are found in different areas throughout the human body. There are seven chakras in total, each holding influence over the area in which it is found. Every chakra has its own distinctive property.

A chakra located at the base of the spine is the Root Chakra. This chakra is known to have an effect on the health, structure and safety of a person. This particular chakra, also known as the coccyx, and traditionally known as muladhara, is associated with how one's body links to the material world. It is also related to a red-colored circle surrounded by four golden petals.

Svadisthana, or the Naval Chakra, is a fundamental point located in the lower abdomen area. Feelings of love, passion, pleasure and sexuality are associated with this chakra. People who experience positive feelings send feedback to this chakra, which is also linked to the colour orange.

Positioned just above the navel and below the chest, the Solar Plexus Chakra is a vital point influencing one's force and willpower. This chakra is where our sense of authority, discipline and self-control converge. The color yellow is linked with this chakra.

The Heart Chakra or the anahata can be found at the middle of one's chest. Love and understanding are the focus of this chakra, as well as the feelings resulting from these sensations. The color green is related to the Heart Chakra.

A critical point located in the throat area is called the Throat Chakra or vishuddha. Connected to one's communication, this chakra is also associated with the sky-blue color.

The Brow Chakra or the anja is a vital point located on the forehead, just above the eyes. This chakra is associated with our sensitivity outside the physical sphere and is known to the Buddhists as the region of the "Third Eye." This clairvoyance-related focus point is associated with the color indigo as well.

The Crown Chakra, or sahasrara, is found at the central point on top of the head. Naturally, this important chakra is concerned with the spirit and the mind. One's consciousness and items related to the High Self are dictated by the violet-coloured Crown Chakra.

If you are interested in practicing Chakra meditation, you'll find that it has the ability to stimulate your vital energy points and lead to beneficial side effects. Be careful though, as too much mental energy is not always wise for people who do participate in much physical activity. Ask for expert guidance when learning chakra meditation or you may risk developing personality problems due to a chakra imbalance.