This is the root because it absorbs energy from the earth. Its location is at your tailbone. It is sometimes called the basal chakra. It is the most primitive energy center and regulates our basic survival mechanisms. We associate the color red with this chakra. The immune system, our will to live, and our ability to reproduce are in its domain. It is our basic life force and properly stimulated it can ease fears and make us aware of past talents.

When this chakra is disrupted the following symptoms may be observed:

Sexual obsession

Impulsive and reckless behavior Possessiveness

Insecurity

Immediate gratification urges

Hyperactivity

Power concerns

Manipulative behavior

And immune system problems

Second Chakra-
-Hara Chakra/Sexual Chakra

Also known as the spleen chakra. It is found just above the genitals and below the navel. (I have heard this is between a woman's ovaries.) This center monitors our basic emotions, creativity, the lower digestive tract, excretory system, kidneys, adrenal glands, bladder and pancreas. It concerns itself with detoxification of the body. Its color is orange.

Imbalances cause:

Lack of vitality

Accelerated aging

Arrogance

Conceit

Vanity

Anti-social behavior

And loss of identity

Third Chakra-
-Solar Plexus Chakra

This is also referred to as the Solar plexus Chakra. Located just below the breastbone at the base of the sternum and it appears yellow in color. (I find this one is right about the belly button.)This chakra is the point of personal power and expression of creativity. When balanced there is use of that power. Astral voyages are also associated with this chakra. This chakra is also concerned with the powers of the mind, emotions, stomach, and upper digestive tract. The assimilation of nutrients, psychic experiences, rational (left brain) thought processes and atonement to the influence of nature’s elements within our lives are part of this chakra’s domain.

Imbalances may cause:

Timidity and fear in general

Anger and rage

Isolation

Judgemental and dogmatic behavior

Feeling deprived of recognition

Aloofness

Fourth Chakra-
-Heart Chakra

Also known as the heart chakra and is located in the center of the chest at approximately the level of the heart muscle between the ribs on the sternum. Its color is green. This energy center influences the thymus gland of our immune system, circulatory system, tissue regeneration, and right brain function. It is the center of our higher love, healing, and understanding, and compassion. It is the gatekeeper to the higher chakras and must be unblocked for us to grow spiritually. It is the crossroad of transformation and balance. It stands midway between the physical and spiritual life. Both forms of energy are processed here. If the spiritual energy coming from the upper three chakras is blocked, this will deny the lower three the vital energy required for preparing our physical body for its spiritual growth. This Chakra generally opens during group ritual magick.

Imbalances cause:

Attitude of coldness

Devoid of compassion and morality

Asthma

Financial and emotional insecurities

Jealousy and possessiveness

Mistrustfulness of life

Self-doubt

Blaming others

Fifth Chakra-
-Throat Chakra

Also known as the throat chakra. Located in the region near the lower cervical vertebrae. This is the center of communication and clairaudience. Associated wit thyroid, lungs, and organs of the throat and upper chest and its color is blue. It also concerns itself with creativity, right brain functions and psychic abilities such as clairaudience and telepathy. When practicing wild magick, this chakra usually opens up.

Imbalances cause:

Neurotic obsessions

Obesity

Excessive vocalization or the inability to express oneself (stuttering)

Constant giving in to authority figures

Clinging to tradition and fixed ideas

Resisting change and dogmatic behavior

Authoritarian behavior

Being slow to respond to input from others

Sixth Chakra-
-Brow Chakra

The 3rd eye chakra or brow chakra Also known as the agna chakra, and deals with intuition and higher sense perception (such as clairvoyance) This chakra is found in the center of the forehead, just above the eyebrows and its color indigo associated with the third eye chakra. It is the seat of our psychic and mental functions. It also exerts an effect on the pituitary gland and the entire endocrine system, immune system, the eyes, ears, and sinuses. This Chakra functions as a balancing center for the left and right brain. It also deals with creative visualization, imagination, and spiritual vision.

Imbalances cause:

Mental or psychic distress (i.e. hallucinations and delusions)

Sleep disorders

Eye problems

Hormonal imbalance

Pursuing idolized relationships

Lateness

Impatience

Inefficiency

Fear of future

Being superstitious

Forgetfulness

Being oversensitive to the opinions of others

Excessive worrying

Seventh Chakra-
-Top Chakra

The crown chakra is located at the top of the head and functions as an inlet for and as a link with spiritual energies. Violet is it color. This center is also referred to as the "Thousand Petalled Lotus" and functions to maintain a continuity of consciousness. It is the 1st chakra to receive spiritual energy from cosmic sources, and last energy center to process energy flowing up from the lower chakras. A block in this chakra means there is no flow of spiritual energy in either direction. Life now becomes stagnant and meaningless. All possibilities for spiritual growth will cease and the physical body will eventually die when this chakra is blocked. A proper balancing of this chakra can release information of our higher self with our physical body.

Imbalances cause:

Depression

Intense erotic fantasies

Feeling misunderstood and/or shameful

Expressing a low self image

Inability to maintain relationships

Self-denial

Excessive need for sympathy

We as spiritual beings are immersed in the energy field of the universe. This consists of all 5 lower planes. You may only be conscious of events occurring on the physical plane, such as fragrance of perfume, an itch on your body, or the sound of a bird chirping. This does not limit us to the physical plane. The reason we do not perceive these other dimensions are simply due to the fact that our consciousness can not handle the extra data. The true nature of our being is spiritual and energy based. Normally our energies are in complete balance and harmony. We have a higher self, the perfect part of our soul, which regulates these energies. Chakra energies are a significant component of this system. Our soul is simply energy that is created in duality and is trying to return to its original source. The subconscious mind is another term for the soul. As spiritual beings composed of energy, we are dynamic in motion, and its natural for us to reach out and interact with other energies. This interaction contributes to our realignment in our own energy systems.

Written by Lady Sharfire. Edited by Aryha. Collected from http://www.oocities.org/Paris/Arc/8776/