The Third Eye Chakra—a center of inner wisdom located between your brows.
It’s where intuition and insight thrive. In this post we will break down signs of balance or imbalance and discover practices to awaken and align this energy center. Let’s unlock inner knowing and spiritual awakening! This is the 6th part of a 7-part series at an in depth look at each chakra to go back I have Linked the other posts below.
This Chakra often steals the spotlight, with many hoping to skip other chakras and dive straight into opening this mystical center. However, the process isn’t as simple as it may seem. Rushing into the activation of the Third Eye can result in overwhelming sensations, psychic overload, distorted perception, physical discomfort, sleep disturbances, lack of grounding, and even spiritual psychosis. It’s important to take time into understanding and balancing each chakra, beginning with the foundational Root Chakra, the stabilizer of the energy centers.
The Third eye Chakra also known as Ajna which means to “command” or “perceive” in Sanskrit emphasizing the roll of perception and intuition. Located just above the bridge of the nose between the eyebrows and is associated with the color indigo or deep purple, representing Spiritual awareness, Intuition and Wisdom.
The element is Light symbolizing inner vision. The Lotus flower is often used as a representation of The Indigo Energy Center, connected to the pituitary gland is often referred to as the “Seat of the Soul.” meaning higher awareness and inner vision.
Symptoms of an underactive Third Eye Chakra can Look like;
- Lack of clarity
- Difficulty making decisions
- Feeling disconnected from intuition
- Inability to visualize or imagine
- Closed-mindedness
- Lack of spiritual awareness
- Difficulty accessing inner wisdom
- Resistance to new perspectives
- Disconnection from higher self
- Limited insight and foresight
Symptoms of an Overactive Third Eye Chakra can manifest as:
- Overthinking and excessive mental activity
- Heightened anxiety or nervousness
- Emotional detachment from the present moment
- Difficulty discerning between emotions and intuition
- Mood swings and emotional instability
- Feeling overwhelmed by psychic or intuitive experiences
- Increased sensitivity to energy and emotions
- Emotional exhaustion from constant mental stimulation
- Struggling with setting boundaries
- Feeling disconnected from the physical and emotional aspects of life.
While the chakras and their basic descriptions ring true for most, they are also very personal to you. As you get to know yourself and go inward you may notice things about yourself and your energy that you may not read in any book or Blog. It is important that you understand that this does not mean that what you are feeling doesn’t exist or isn’t “right”. If you don’t see your symptoms on these lists, you need to trust that you are guided to information for a reason. This information is a broad spectrum meant for all not tailored to the individual that is your beautiful soul.🧘♂️
Physical symptoms can also Manifest from this energy center if unbalanced. These are:
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Vision problems
- Sinus issues
- Dizziness
- Light sensitivity
- Brain fog
- Insomnia
Now Let’s Look at an Aligned Third Eye Chakra
- Clarity
- Intuition
- Imagination
- Enhanced spiritual awareness
- Balanced perception
- Clear vision
- Open-mindedness
- Strong connection to inner wisdom
- Harmonious blending of logic and intuition
- Profound understanding of oneself and the universe.
Notice that it doesn’t say instant clear psychic visions or being able to predict the future (although it can for some) 😉 Having and Inner Knowing and connection with your higher self, is a relationship we should be looking to cultivate, especially when we are interested in balancing this and all other chakras. Here are ways we can focus in and align the Third Eye Chakra:
Meditation: Practice regular meditation, focusing on the Third Eye, to enhance awareness and balance the chakra. I wrote a Blog about Meditation here if you are interested. Here are some tools to help get you started if you are new to meditation or Chakra work. As an Amazon Associate, I may make a commission off of qualifying orders at no extra cost to you💜
Visualization: Engage in guided visualizations to stimulate and activate the Third Eye, fostering imagination and intuition.
Mindful Breathing: Incorporate mindful breathing exercises to bring awareness to the present moment and calm the mind.
Essential Oils: Use essential oils like frankincense, lavender, or sandalwood to create a calming atmosphere and stimulate the Third Eye.
Crystal Healing: Utilize crystals such as amethyst, lapis lazuli, or clear quartz to balance and align the Third Eye Chakra.
Balancing Foods: Consume purple-colored foods like blueberries and grapes, as well as nuts and seeds, to nourish the Third Eye.
Sound Therapy: Listen to resonant sounds or chanting that specifically target the Third Eye to promote balance.
Sun Gazing: Safely expose yourself to natural sunlight, connecting with the source of light to enhance spiritual awareness.
Affirmations: Repeat positive affirmations related to intuition, clarity, and spiritual insight to reprogram your thought patterns.
Yoga Poses: Incorporate yoga poses such as Child’s Pose or Downward Dog to channel energy towards the Third Eye and balance the chakra.
Some will start feeling a vibration or pulsing in between the browns when your Third Eye is activated, along with vivid dreams, enhanced intuition, and a feeling of oneness. Sensitivity to light and psychic experiences can happen, it is important to stay grounded. I wrote a blog about grounding here for more information.