The Third Eye Chakra

I am open to wisdom and guidance. The Third Eye or sixth sense, the center of our intuition, wisdom, and spiritual insights, usually becomes active starting at adolescence. It is located in the center of the forehead and upper backside of the head. It can be described as the ability to understand or know something, without the need for conscious reasoning or a feeling or mental clarity that can’t be rationalized. As human beings, we are all given the ability to identify the feelings that are given to each of us to distinguish between right and wrong and to know what is right for each of us individually. “By trusting our intuition, we are brought the physical evidence of our making the right choice soon after the decision. As we continue this cycle of allowing the inspirations to come, acting on it, followed by positive results, our intuition will continue to build and grow and become very strong and natural. It will become the primary way of knowing what choices to make and what direction to move in life.” (Carol Tuttle, Remembering Wholeness, p. 127.)

The Third Eye can be associated with Monday. “As we start the week, tapping into our intuition and insight can guide our actions. Monday is an excellent day for meditation, setting intentions, and seeking spiritual guidance.” (ByHealingthroughVisions.com)

Mantra for the Third Eye Chakra include:

* I am intuitive.

* I listen to my deepest wisdom.

* I am wise and connected with my guides.

* I learn from the past.

* I seek to understand highest truth.

* My dreams are my reality.

* I trust I am supported.

* I am the source of my truth and my love.

* I am open to bliss.

* I am inspired.

* I am peaceful.

* “I am guided by my insight and intuition, and I confidently act on what I am impressed upon to do with my life.” (Carol Tuttle, The Modern Chakra Guide, pp. 20 & 209.)

Yoga poses associated with this chakra include:

* Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

* Shoulder Stand (Salamba Sarvangasana)

* Extended Child’s Pose (Utthita Balasana)

* Exalted Warrior (Viparita Virabhadrasana) or Warrior 4

* Thunderbolt Pose (Vajirasana)

* Forward Bend (Uttanasana)

* Head-to-Knee Pose (Janu Sirsasana)

* Lotus Pose (Padmasana)

* Cow Face Pose (Gomukhasana)

The following resonate at the same frequency as the third eye chakra:
Color: Indigo
Element: Consciousness
Musical pitch: A

Essential Oils: Clary Sage, Lemon, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang, Lavender, Pine, and Frankincense. Apply oil/s topically to forehead and temples. 

This chakra is also closely linked to the Pineal Gland in the brain. This gland is responsible for sleep cycles so healthy sleep equals not only a healthy chakra but also a healthy body. Healthy sleep, coupled with confidence in following your intuition, can lead to a life of happiness, joy, and fulfillment.