What Chakra Is Blocking Your Progress— and How to Clear It

Have you ever felt like you’re working hard toward your goals but something invisible keeps holding you back? That “stuck” feeling often has less to do with your willpower and more to do with your energy system. When one of your chakras is out of balance, it can create blocks that affect your thoughts, emotions, and even your physical body.

As an energy healing practitioner, I’ve seen how quickly things shift when people learn to identify and clear their own chakra imbalances. The good news? You don’t need years of training, just awareness and a few simple techniques.

First, What Are Chakras?

Chakras are energy centers in the body that help regulate your life force (sometimes called prana or chi). Think of them as spinning wheels that keep your mind, body, and spirit in harmony. When one is blocked or sluggish, the flow of energy slows down, and you may feel stuck in certain areas of life.

The seven main chakras govern different aspects of your life:

1. Root Chakra (safety, stability)

2. Sacral Chakra (creativity, pleasure)

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (confidence, willpower)

4. Heart Chakra (love, compassion)

5. Throat Chakra (expression, truth)

6. Third Eye Chakra (intuition, clarity)

7. Crown Chakra (spiritual connection)

How to Tell Which Chakra Might Be Blocking You

• Feeling stuck in survival mode? → Root Chakra

• Struggling with creativity or joy? → Sacral Chakra

• Lack of motivation or self-doubt? → Solar Plexus

• Closed off to love or connection? → Heart Chakra

• Difficulty speaking up? → Throat Chakra

• Unclear vision or overthinking? → Third Eye

• Disconnected or uninspired? → Crown Chakra

Pay attention to where your challenges show up most — your body and emotions are your best guides.

Easy Energy Healing Techniques to Clear Blocks

Here are simple, beginner-friendly practices you can try at home:

1. Root Chakra (Stability)

• Technique: Stand barefoot on the earth and imagine roots growing from your feet and extending deep into the soil.

• Mantra: “I am safe. I belong.”

• Quick Fix: Use Amanda Ellis’ Archangel Michael Spray around your body.

2. Sacral Chakra (Creativity)

• Technique: Place your hands just below your belly button, breathe deeply, and imagine a glowing orange light expanding.

• Mantra: “I embrace joy and flow.”

• Quick Fix: Dance, move your hips, or take a creative break. Journaling can be fun too.

3. Solar Plexus (Confidence)

• Technique: Visualize a golden sun radiating from your stomach. With each breath, let it grow brighter.

• Mantra: “I step into my power.”

• Quick Fix: Place your hands on your belly and take 3 deep breaths before making a decision. Do a mediation to help you center your mind.

4. Heart Chakra (Love)

• Technique: Sit quietly with hands over your heart. Imagine green light expanding outward with each inhale.

• Mantra: “I give and receive love freely.”

• Quick Fix: Practice gratitude and name 3 things you appreciate. Hold a green apatite heart to help you!

5. Throat Chakra (Expression)

• Technique: Hum or chant, letting your throat vibrate. Feel the release.

• Mantra: “I speak my truth with clarity.”

• Quick Fix: Write down what you want to say before speaking. See my meditation on how to calm your nervous system before you speak for additional help.

6. Third Eye Chakra (Intuition)

• Technique: Close your eyes and focus between your eyebrows. Visualize indigo light glowing there.

• Mantra: “I trust my inner wisdom.”

• Quick Fix: Spend 5 minutes in silence — no phone, no distractions! Check out the Upgrade and Expansion - Rainbow Ray spray from Amanda Ellis for additional help.

7. Crown Chakra (Spiritual Connection)

• Technique: Sit quietly, imagine a violet light above your head connecting you to the universe.

• Mantra: “I am connected to the greater whole.”

• Quick Fix: Spend time in meditation or prayer. Throw some Oracle or Tarot cards for messages from the higher realms.

Final Thoughts

Energy blocks aren’t life sentences — they’re invitations to tune in and realign. By identifying which chakra may be holding you back and practicing these simple techniques, you can restore flow, clarity, and momentum in your life.

Remember: Your energy responds to your intention. Even a few mindful minutes a day can unlock doors you thought were closed.

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