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How to Cleanse Your Chakras

by Vickie Gould

To cleanse your chakras, breathe deeply, anchor into your body, and visualize light flowing through each chakra, cleansing, clearing, and restoring balance from root to crown. Add sound, crystals, or breathwork to amplify the effect and support lasting energetic harmony.

Key points to remember:

  • Chakras can become blocked by emotional wounds, chronic stress, or energetic residue from the past.

  • Cleansing them regularly helps restore emotional clarity, spiritual alignment, and physical vitality.

  • Tools like sound bowls, breathwork, and crystal placement can be combined for deeper impact.

  • Even beginners can start safely with guided visualizations or water rituals.

  • Consistency matters, like brushing your energy body instead of letting it collect dust.

If you’ve ever felt off, heavy, foggy, or energetically “full,” it’s not in your head, it’s in your field. 

That’s why Life Changing Energy’s accredited courses exist: to teach you how to clear that gunk safely, ethically, and with confidence.

Whether you're a healer in training or just energy-curious, we offer chakra healing guidance, bite-sized lessons, and a community that has your back.

Keep reading to discover the signs of chakra blockages, how to cleanse each one effectively, and how to build a sustainable practice that supports your entire energy body.

Why Chakra Cleansing Matters

When I first discovered chakra work, it wasn't during a calm retreat or a perfect yoga session. It was in the middle of a personal health crisis.

I was recovering from surgery, exhausted from years of pushing myself in business, and feeling like my light had dimmed. My body was speaking in symptoms, my mind was foggy, and my emotions swung like a pendulum.

It wasn't until I began working intentionally with my chakras, layering meditation, sound healing, and energy practices, that I started to feel a steady, vibrant flow return.

Blocked energy doesn't only affect your "spiritual" side. It weaves its way into every part of your life.

A congested root chakra can leave you feeling financially insecure or physically drained. A stuck heart chakra may manifest as resentment or difficulty trusting others.

Even brain fog or chronic fatigue can be tied to imbalances in your upper or lower centers. When energy can't move freely, your body, mind, and emotions are forced into survival mode instead of thriving.

For healers and wellness practitioners, keeping your own energy balanced goes beyond luxury, it's a necessity. You can't pour from an empty cup, and working with clients while your own chakras are misaligned can lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and even taking on your clients' energy.

Cleansing your chakras regularly is like tending to the roots of a tree. It keeps you grounded, nourished, and able to grow in all directions, while supporting cardiovascular health through stress reduction.

Recognizing When Your Chakras Need Cleansing

Your body and emotions are like a dashboard. When a chakra is out of balance, the warning lights start to flash.

Each energy center has its own set of signals:

  • Root Chakra (Muladhara) - Money stress, feeling unsafe, lower back pain, leg or foot issues.

  • Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana) - Hip pain, low creativity, reproductive or urinary problems, fear of betrayal.

  • Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) - Digestive issues, chronic fatigue, low confidence, fear of rejection.

  • Heart Chakra (Anahata) - Asthma, upper back pain, jealousy, bitterness, feeling emotionally closed off.

  • Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) - Neck tension, sore throats, trouble expressing yourself, fear of losing control.

  • Third Eye Chakra (Ajna) - Headaches, eye strain, stubbornness, brain fog.

  • Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) - Overthinking, spiritual disconnection, rigid belief patterns.

Remember that not every bad mood or ache means a chakra is blocked. Sometimes you're tired, dehydrated, or reacting to life's normal ups and downs.

A true blockage tends to be persistent, showing up as a repeated emotional pattern or chronic physical symptom even when life is otherwise going well.

Chakra Cleansing Practices

There's no one-size-fits-all method for chakra cleansing. The most powerful practice is the one you'll actually do consistently.

Here's a step-by-step guide blending simple, effective tools you can tailor to your needs.

Meditation & Visualization

Sit or lie comfortably, close your eyes, and imagine a ball of light at each chakra, starting with red at the root and moving upward to violet at the crown.

Visualize each ball spinning freely, glowing brightly, and clearing away any heaviness. Pair this with slow, steady breathing to anchor your focus.

Sound Healing

Use singing bowls, pyramids, chimes, or solfeggio tuning forks tuned to each chakra's frequency. You can also chant seed mantras like "LAM" for the root or "OM" for the crown.

If you're new to sound work, start gently. Too much sound can be overstimulating for sensitive nervous systems.

Crystal Placement

Choose stones that resonate with each chakra: amethyst (crown), lapis lazuli (third eye), blue lace agate (throat), rose quartz (heart), citrine (solar plexus), carnelian (sacral), red jasper (root).

Place them directly on the chakra points while meditating or resting. For enhanced healing, consider a 7-chakra gemstone mat that combines crystal therapy with therapeutic heat. Notice any shifts in sensation or mood.

Breathwork & Movement

Incorporate grounding yoga poses (Mountain Pose, Forward Fold) for the root, hip openers for the sacral, and twists for the solar plexus.

Practices like tai chi and qigong move energy fluidly through the body, helping to balance all chakras at once.

Shower Cleansing Ritual

 


Stand under warm water and imagine it turning into pure white light.

Visualize this light washing away tension, stress, and any emotional residue clinging to your energy field.

Finish with a moment of gratitude, sealing in the feeling of freshness and clarity.

Concerns & Misconceptions

Many people hesitate to begin chakra cleansing because of misconceptions or past experiences that left them unsure where to start. Let's address some of the most frequent concerns.

  • Fear of "wasting money" on inauthentic healers - Sadly, there are practitioners who overpromise and underdeliver. The best safeguard is to work with trained professionals who can explain their methods clearly and give you tools you can use on your own between sessions.

  • Uncertainty about whether mood changes are energy-based or astrology-related - It's normal to wonder if what you're feeling is "Mercury retrograde" or something deeper. Energy work doesn't require you to ignore astrological influences. It simply gives you grounding tools to navigate emotional shifts no matter the cause.

  • Misbelief that chakra work is "woo woo" or culturally inappropriate - Chakra cleansing has deep roots in ancient wisdom traditions, and today it's widely integrated with modern wellness practices. Approaching it with respect, curiosity, and ethical teaching ensures you're honoring its origins while making it accessible.

  • Concern about doing it "wrong" without a teacher - Energy work is a personal journey, and while guidance can help you progress safely and effectively, you can start with simple, low-risk practices like grounding breathwork or visualization. 

Why Learning with Life Changing Energy Changes Everything

When it comes to chakra cleansing, the difference between dabbling and truly mastering the practice often comes down to the quality of your training and the support you receive along the way.

That’s exactly why I created Life Changing Energy.

Our accredited certifications are built around bite-sized, easy-to-follow lessons that cut through the overwhelm. Instead of burying you in theory, we give you practical, actionable steps you can use from day one, whether for self-healing, client work, or professional development.

These programs are also ideal for continuing education, whether you’re a yoga teacher, massage therapist, energy worker, or simply someone looking to deepen your skills in a credible and heart-led way.

We believe the learning doesn’t end when you receive your certificate. With post-certification support, you’ll always have access to expert guidance, evolving resources, and a community that celebrates your growth and helps you through challenges.

All of our trainings are ethically grounded, heart-led, and designed to help you avoid the common missteps that come with unsupervised DIY exploration.

Most importantly, you’ll be welcomed into a thriving community of like-minded healers who offer encouragement, feedback, and real connection on your journey.

You could try to figure it all out yourself. But with Life Changing Energy, you don’t have to. You're never alone in your path to mastery.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to take your chakra work deeper and create real, lasting change, within yourself and for others, this is your invitation to begin.

With Life Changing Energy, you’re never just learning. You’re joining a movement of empowered, heart-led healers supported every step of the way.

Every time you raise your own vibration, you ripple that healing outward. Let’s raise the frequency of the world, together, one chakra at a time.

FAQ

How do I unblock all my chakras?

The most effective method is a full root-to-crown sequence. Start with grounding practices for your root, then work upward with meditation, sound healing, crystals, and breathwork.

A professional guided session can accelerate the process and ensure you don't skip over deeper blocks. Tuning forks can be particularly effective for chakra balancing.

How long does it take to clear chakras?

You might feel lighter or focused after one session, but lasting balance often takes weeks, months, or even years. Think of it as ongoing maintenance, like physical fitness, rather than a one-and-done event.

What happens when all 7 chakras are blocked?

When every chakra is congested, you may feel emotionally burned out, physically drained, and spiritually disconnected. It can manifest as recurring health problems, chronic stress, or a sense of "getting by" instead of thriving.

What happens when all 7 chakras are activated?

When fully open and balanced, your energy flows freely. You may experience heightened intuition, deeper emotional resilience, a sense of inner peace, and increased vitality in your daily life.

What is aura cleansing?

Aura cleansing is like taking chakra work one step further, clearing not only the individual energy centers but also the full energetic field surrounding your body. This can involve sound, visualization, smudging, or even water rituals to remove residual energies and keep your vibration high.

How do I tell if my chakras are blocked?

Look for patterns. If you keep experiencing the same fear, physical tension, or emotional reaction in a way that feels "stuck," it's worth exploring that chakra.

Energy testing techniques like pendulum checks, guided body scans, or working with a trained practitioner can help you confirm which areas need attention.

Disclaimer: The practices and information shared in this blog are for educational and entertainment purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor are they a substitute for professional medical advice. Life Changing Energy and its representatives are not licensed medical doctors. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new wellness practice, especially if you are pregnant, have a medical condition, or are currently under medical care.

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