Chakras are centers of energy located from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. These centers, often described as spinning wheels of energy, connect the physical and spiritual aspects of our being and are believed to promote balance and well-being. There are seven primary chakras: the Root (survival), Sacral (pleasure), Solar Plexus (power), Heart (love), Throat (voice), Third Eye (intuition), and Crown (the divine). Each chakra is associated with a particular color and corresponds to different aspects of our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. Energy flows through these centers much like water flowing through a river. When this flow is balanced, a person may experience greater vitality, clarity, and emotional harmony. When energy becomes blocked or stagnant, it may manifest as feelings of imbalance, emotional difficulty, stress, or a sense of disconnection. Practices such as meditation, yoga, breathwork, prayer, and mindful living are often used to help restore balance and encourage the free flow of energy throughout the chakra system.