Crown/Bliss Chakra

One of the most important Chakra's would have to be 7 which shows enlightenment and connecting to one's spirituality. The focus is on top of the head and when meditating the sound that should be made is, "Om...Om...Om...Om...and Om."

When feeling down or not completely connected which may cause physical and mental challenges such as stress, nervousness, fear and depression. When this chakra is balanced their is peace, connection to higher planes, spirituality, strength and joy at the wonders of life.

All elements are associated with this Chakra but especially Fire, and the Fire astrological signs as well. It is good to keep a internal fire burning, have a candle lit or incense and make use of angelica, elemi or frankincense. 

Specifically good for meditation- go figure.

The color associated with this is violet.

More info about the Crown Chakra

The seventh chakra is know as the crown chakra and is situated on the top of the head or crown area. This chakra is represented by the colours violet or white Sahasara mandala and is also symbolised by sacred spirits. The seventh chakra is the foundation of our spiritual body and links us to the highest guidance, the creation. It influences spiritual will, inspiration, idealism and celestial knowledge it is our connection with the universe. This chakra physically influences the cerebral cortex, cerebrum, central nervous system, glands and the pineal gland, pituitary gland and hormones related to them.

When the crown chakra is balanced we are released from ego driven desires, we are able to trust in our highest guidance and know that we are guided in all that we do.

If this chakra is not working properly we will still be guided but this guidance will probably be ego influenced rather than from our highest guidance this can cause us to become unsure of our self's, reducing our self confidence and creating fear and anxiety. It can create negative influences in the physical this can be seen in the form of apathy and problems with the understanding and retention of knowledge. Physical problems which may occur are headaches, worry, anxiety, immune disorders, metal and cognitive problems.

When open this chakra feels as if there is a small amount of pressure, pulling or tugging at the crown of the head. The seventh chakra balance is affected by the balance of the previous six Chakras.