Sacral Chakra

The second chakra corresponds to the sacral vertebrae and the nerve ganglion called the sacral plexus. This plexus hooks into the sciatic nerve and is a center of motion for the body. It is often called the "seat of life." The Sanskrit name for this chakra is Svadhisthana, which means "sweetness." Its color is orange, and its lotus contains a crescent Moon surrounded by six petals.

Location: The center of the abdomen

Colour: Orange

Parts of the body: Reproductive system, sexual organs, lumbar plexus

Endocrine gland: Gonads

Sense: Sense of taste, appetite

Consciousness: This chakra is associated with the parts of the consciousness concerned with food and sex. It is about the body's communication to the Being inside, about what the body wants and needs, and what it finds pleasurable. The person's ability to have children is also associated with this chakra. If there is not a clear relationship with the element of water, associated with this chakra, the person's relationship with water is a reflection of their relationship with the parts of their consciousness associated with this chakra, i.e. food, sex, or having children. This chakra is also associated with the emotional body, and the person's willingness to feel their emotions.

Attributes: Creativity, sexual energy, desire, pleasure.

Element: Water

Crystals: tiger eye, carnelian

When unbalanced you may experience sexual problems, jealousy, possessiveness, uterine or bladder problems and/or lower back pain. To balance sexual healing, try new ways of expressing yourself creatively, dance or practice yoga.