Eastern Body, Western Mind: Psychology and the Chakra System as a Path to the Self
system maps onto the body through the human nervous system, maps onto the psyche through developmental stages of childhood, maps onto the spiritual quest through states of consciousness, and transforms the culture through planes of external reality.
The seventh chakra is largely concerned with the search for meaning—asking questions about the nature of life, the universe, and the Self within. This leads to the formation of a universal identity, which is found at the core of the awakened Self through self-knowledge.
dawning of images
Note: dawning of images noun: the emergence of visual perceptions that enable awareness of the external world; evokes a sense of exploration 🌅👁️
CHAKRA ONE: The first issue to solve is one of survival—getting a place to live, learning to care for yourself, and finding a means of independent income.
CHAKRA THREE: In adults, the individuation process liberates us from having to conform to the expectations of parents, friends, or culture, and allows us to become a true individual operating under our own power and will. Here we move from dependency, powerlessness, and obedience to the creation of our own path and future. This may or may not awaken in one’s life. It is often triggered by meaningless jobs, or the enslavement of relationships in which we are defined by the needs and expectations of the other person.
CHAKRA FOUR: The focus on relationships eventually matures into true empathy and altruism and the maintenance of lasting partnerships.
CHAKRA SIX: This stage involves the reflection and study of patterns through exploration of mythology, religion, and philosophy. There may be a period of searching in the form of travel or renewed study of inner paths.