Heart Chakra
The Heart Chakra, or Anahata (“unstruck sound”), is the centre of love, compassion, and connection.
Located in the middle of the chest, it bridges the physical and spiritual realms — uniting body and soul, self and others, earthly and divine.
Element: Air
Colour: Green (and soft pink)
Bija Mantra (Sound): YAM
Physical Connection: Heart, lungs, chest, thymus, circulatory and immune systems
Emotional & Spiritual Role: Love, compassion, forgiveness, empathy, emotional balance, relationships
❌ Blocked or Underactive:
– Difficulty giving or receiving love
– Loneliness, isolation, or emotional numbness
– Grudges or unresolved grief
– Co-dependency or detachment
– Respiratory issues or immune imbalances
💔 Overactive:
– Overgiving or people-pleasing to feel worthy
– Lack of boundaries in relationships
– Emotional overwhelm or possessiveness
– Jealousy, heartbreak, or fear of abandonment
– Heart palpitations or tension in the chest
💚 Balanced: ✔ Open-hearted, kind, and loving
✔ Able to give and receive love with ease
✔ Healthy boundaries and harmonious relationships
✔ Deep sense of connection to self, others, and life
✔ Calm, steady breath and vibrant cardiovascular health
✨ Practices to Support Anahata:
Breathwork: slow, rhythmic breaths into the chest, paired with feelings of love or gratitude
Movement: yoga poses like Camel (Ustrasana), Bridge, or Cobra Pose
Nature immersion: spend time in green spaces, hug a tree, or sit with the wind — the air element is your ally
Nourishment: eat leafy greens, drink rose or hawthorn tea, or add a touch of cacao for heart expansion
Affirmations:
“I am love.”
“I am open to giving and receiving love.”
“My heart is safe and whole.”
Journaling prompts:
“What does unconditional love feel like in my body?”
“What am I ready to forgive — in myself and in others?”
