Caroline Myss teaches that the strengths and fears associated with each of the seven chakras follow from either honoring, or not honoring, the sacred truth associated with each of the body’s chakras, or energy centers. If the sacred truth is not honored, the likelihood of energy weakness, and possibly physical dysfunctions may increase.
Chakra One- All is One Essential energy of this Chakra is Tribal Power We are connected to all of life, and every choice we make and every belief we hold exerts influence upon the whole of life.
Fears Physical survival, abandonment by the group, loss of physical order.
Strengths Tribal, family identity, bonding, support, loyalty.
Chakra Two - Honor One Another The essential energy of this Chakra is Partnership. Every relationship we develop, from the most casual to the most intimate, serves the purpose of helping us to become more conscious.
Fears Loss of control or being controlled through addiction, rape, betrayal, impotence, financial loss; abandonment.
Strengths Ability and stamina to survive financially and physically, ability to take risks, power to rebel and establish a new life.
Physical Dysfunctions Chronic lower back pain, sciatica, ob/gyn problems, sexual impotency, urinary problems.
Chakra Three - Honor One’s Self Essential energy of Chakra - Personal Power. We must mature in our self-understanding - the relationship we have with ourselves and how we stand on our own and take care of ourselves.
Fears Rejection, criticism, failing to meet responsibilities; diminished physical appearance; uncovering of our “secrets.”
Strengths Self-esteem, self-discipline, ambition, ability to handle a crisis, courage to take risks, generosity, ethics, strength of character.
Physical Dysfunctions Arthritis, gastric or duodenal ulcers, diabetes, indigestion, anorexia or bulimia, liver dysfunction, adrenal dysfunction.
Chakra Four - Love is Divine Power Essential energy of Chakra - Emotional Power. Emotional energy, not mental energy, is the true motivation of the human body and spirit.
Strengths Love, forgiveness, compassion, dedication, inspiration, hope, trust, ability to heal self and others.
Physical Dysfunctions Heart problems, respiratory diseases, upper back and shoulder pain, and breast cancer.
Chakra Five - Surrender Personal Will to Divine Will Essential energy of Chakra - The Power of Will. Actions motivated by a personal will that has trusted in Divine authority to create the best effects.
Fears Yielding our power of choice to a Divine force.
Strengths Faith, self-knowledge, knowing that we can keep our word to ourselves or to another person.
Chakra Seven - Live in the Present Moment Essential energy of Chakra - Our Spiritual Nature. Seek an intimate connection to the Divine in everything we do.
Fears Spiritual abandonment, loss of identify and connection with life and people around us.
Strengths Faith in the presence of the Divine and in all that that faith represents in one’s life - inner guidance, insight into healing, devotion.
Physical Dysfunctions Paralysis, bone cancer, genetic disorders, multiple sclerosis.