Exploring Your Intuition: The Third Eye Chakra
by Rachel Groff
Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
Element: Light
Color: Indigo
Location: Forehead, brow, carotid plexus, third eye
The sixth chakra is known as the third eye chakra, its purpose is pattern recognition, also known as the “seeing” chakra. The element of the third eye is light which gives us the ability to see, to take in the shape and form of things around us from a distance. This chakra goes far beyond physical perception, this tells us that something exists when only the inner sight can tell us what it is. The third eye chakra witnesses the “internal screen” where memory and fantasy, images and archetypes, intuition and imagination are displayed. From this, we create meaning and consciousness to everyday life. The third eye chakra is our gut feeling, our inner teacher, and our strong intuition.
What happens when the third eye chakra is open?
When the sixth chakra is open people feel intuitive with their body and mind. These people have a really good memory of the past and often can recall dreams in detail. With an open third eye chakra, a person’s imagination is very strong and detailed. They know what they want out of life and follow their strong intuition/gut feelings. When the sixth chakra is balanced and can experience a strong perception of surroundings. People with an open third eye chakra are able to think symbolically and are able to visualize concepts, ideas, and dreams.
What happens when the third eye chakra is closed off?
If the third eye chakra is closed off this means that a person can be closed off in their imagination and their intuition. These people can be insensitive, have a poor memory, and experience difficulty visualizing/seeing the future. When the sixth chakra is low in energy, someone can be known to be in denial or monopolarized—only seeing one way and believing it’s the only right way. With a deficiency in the third eye chakra, it can be really challenging to go with your gut feeling or know what to do/make decisions. It can be difficult to picture the future or have the drive to reach goals and dreams.
What happens when there is too much energy in the third eye chakra?
Excess energy in the third eye chakra can be scary for some people. If there is too much visualization, a person can experience hallucinations, delusions, and nightmares. More often, people seem to latch onto things and create obsessions which can make it difficult to concentrate on anything else outside of their comfort zone.
How do I open my third eye chakra?
In order to open up a closed third eye chakra visualization is key. Finding what works for you is important so you can create a consistent practice. Meditation and guided visualizations are common practices. Also, psychotherapy which can consist of coloring and drawing, working with memory, connecting images with feelings, dream work, and hypnosis are the many forms of healing practices to open the third eye chakra.
Affirmations:
I see all things in clarity.
I am open to the wisdom within.
I can manifest my vision.
As part of the Chakra Series, Rachel’s classes from September 20 - October 2 will bring awareness to the third eye chakra.