Energy is the life potential of a person. This is his ability to absorb, store and use energy, the level of which is different for each person. And it is he who determines whether we feel cheerful or sluggish, whether we look at the world positively or negatively. In this article, we will consider how energy flows are connected with the human body and what is their role in life.
Energy System
Adherents of esotericism represent the human energy system as a chain consisting of centers (or chakras) and channels. All this cannot be seen, but with a certain setting you can feel it. Energy flows circulating throughout the human body provide information exchange between the inner and outer world.
In various esoteric practices of the world, human energy is called differently: prana, shi, qi. However, this does not change the essence of this phenomenon. So, for example, in Indian yoga, bioenergy channels are called Nadis.there are more than half a million of them in the human body. But the main channels are Sushumna, Pingala and Ida.
The first one is the largest. On the physical plane, it corresponds to the spinal column, which runs inside the spine and ensures the activity of the whole organism.
The power of creation and destruction
The Ida channel represents the female Yin energy. This is the power of creation. On the physical plane, it runs along the body on the left side of the nostril. The energy of this channel has a pale color and is symbolically associated with the Moon. It lowers body temperature.
The other channel of Pingala is a reflection of the male Yang energy, the force of destruction. On the physical level, it runs along the right side of the nostril. It is a hot flow of energy that raises the body temperature.
All energy channels are intertwined with each other and end in the human perineum.
Energy functions
Human energy is one of the most important aspects, thanks to which many problems can be solved. It is she who contributes to the growth of a person: intellectual, spiritual, physical and psychological. Energy affects the well-being of a person, sharpens his intuitive perception of the world.
Where does energy come from?
There are many sources of life force. A person receives energy from food, through breathing, through the experience of emotions. There is also an exchange of flows between man and the Earth, between man and the Cosmos. Energy penetrates the body and circulates through the channels through the centers throughout the body, saturating it with strength, vigor, encouraging development.
What affects energy levels?
Human energy is a heterogeneous and unstable phenomenon. It can change under the influence of external factors, negative emotions. The density of energy flows is not constant, but always tends to a favorable state. So cheerful people often survive in difficult conditions, where people with a different vector of energy die.
The process of contemplation (realizing the beauty and grandeur of the world, touching art) noticeably increases the energy level of a person. Expanding your horizons and acquiring new skills also increases life potential.
It is very important that the energy and material flows of a person be in balance, this guarantees harmonious development. In general, balance is the basis of proper life.
Six human bodies
It is known that the concept of "energy body" includes six shells. This is:
- Etheric (exactly repeats the physical body of a person, goes beyond its contours by several centimeters. Physical he alth depends on this shell).
- Astral (has the same characteristics as the ethereal. Only the scope of its meaning lies in desires, emotions, passions).
- Mental (also repeats the physical body of a person, goes 10-20 cm beyond it, is the embodiment of thoughts and will).
- Casual (orkarmic) (the esoteric direction is of the opinion about reincarnation, that is, the reincarnation of a person in other lives. So, in the karmic shell, information about actions is accumulated. It controls the thoughts and desires of a person).
- Sheath of individuality (has an oval shape, goes beyond the physical body by half a meter).
- Atmic (the body of the Absolute) (it is also called the "golden egg", in which all previous shells are placed. It connects a person with the Higher Forces).
All shells are connected with each other and with the physical body energetically. Thus, the he alth and destiny of a person are also closely related.
Energy Centers
Eastern practices describe that there are seven energy centers, or chakras, in the human body. They are located along the body from the crotch to the top of the head.
- The first chakra is Muladhara. It is located in the groin area. It stores energy that is designed for a lifetime and is designed not only for a person, but also for those around him. Most often, energy exchange occurs unconsciously, involuntarily.
- The second chakra is Svadhisthana. It is the center of pleasure, sexual desire and desire. It is located at the level of the internal reproductive organs, two fingers below the navel. The positive energy of this chakra characterizes the childbearing function, the desire for procreation. In a negative sense, this is a manifestation of lust, concern.
- The third chakra is Manipura. Thisthe center is located at the level of the solar plexus and is responsible for the vital will, the energy of a person. The correct work of this chakra is manifested in responsibility for oneself and for others, determination, independence. When a block appears in this center, a person experiences self-doubt and fears.
- The fourth chakra is Anahata. It is located in the region of the heart and controls the feeling of a person, love. The latter can be connected not only with another person, but also with the Cosmos, with God. Incorrect work of this center is manifested in guilt, shame for the past, depression.
- The fifth chakra is Vishuddha, the throat center. Accordingly, it controls the communication skills, speech of a person, his creative activity and self-realization. Blocks in this chakra are manifested in mediocrity, conservatism of a person's views, lack of psychological flexibility.
- The sixth chakra is Ajna. It is located in the center of the forehead between the eyebrows. For the ability to cause visual images, it is called the "third eye". This center is responsible for the mental abilities of a person, memory and willpower. Fanaticism, clinging to other people's ideas, dogmas, mental limitations, lack of desire for self-knowledge - all this indicates a malfunction of the chakra.
- The seventh chakra is Sahasrara. It is located on the top of the human head. This center accumulates spirituality, contemplation and unity with the Supreme Spirit. As a rule, atheists have a block in this chakra.
All centers are interconnected. Proper operation of human chakras and energy flows circulatingfreely, provide a complete life system. And the higher the volume and density of these flows, the stronger the energy.
Two streams
To say that a person absorbs energy with his whole being will not be entirely true. There are two streams - the Earth and the Cosmos, which provide the vital activity of the organism. The first comes through the legs. It moves along the Sushumna to the highest chakra. The second stream of cosmic energy, on the contrary, flows from the top of the head to the fingers and toes. Both types are absorbed through the chakras. So the earthly energy is absorbed by the three lower energy centers, and the cosmic energy is absorbed by the three upper ones. These energy flows meet and balance.
On the physical plane, the violation of this process is manifested in the occurrence of diseases. So, for example, a lack of earthly energy leads to cardiovascular ailments, and a change in the flow of cosmic energy leads to diseases of the joints and spine.
Weak energy
Since all the shells of a person are interconnected, it is not difficult to determine what kind of energy a person has. There are symptoms for this. For example, a person with weak energy is usually lethargic, gets tired often and quickly, is prone to depression and apathy, has a pessimistic outlook on life and poor he alth. Also, such people are emotionally unstable, irritable, subject to various phobias, unsure of themselves, unwilling to work and develop.
In addition, esotericists highlight more signals that help to recognizeweak energy:
- People often dream of rocky gorges, gloomy houses, rains, floods, spills, narrow roads, passages, corridors..
- Insomnia is also one of the signs of weak energy.
- Dream discussions, quarrels, even fights.
- With a strong depletion of energy, scratching, tearing one's body in a dream is observed. Can breathe heavily, moan.
Strong energy
With strong energy, a person's dreams are completely different in quality. He often dreams that he sings, dances or plays musical instruments. As for nature, most often there are rocks, mountains, thickets and even stones hanging overhead. Also, there is often a feeling that a belt or elastic band pulls a person in half and, as it were, divides him into parts. This is just a manifestation of the connection of earthly and cosmic forces.
Strong energy flows of radiation can also be determined by human behavior. He is often cheerful, in a good mood, optimistic about the future, despite the difficulties. He easily copes with stressful situations, strives for development and personal growth.
How to recover?
The volume of energy flows in the human body decreases with age or the occurrence of chronic diseases. Accordingly, vigor becomes less, the mood worsens. There are special exercises to restore normal energy levels.
Based on the idea that the mental and physical components of a person are interconnected, you can usesimple figurative content. To do this, it is enough to take a comfortable position (sit down or lie down), close your eyes and perform breathing exercises according to the principle of the "inhale-hold-exhale" triangle. And so on for several cycles. It is best that the respiratory rhythms are equal in duration. For example, inhale for 6 seconds, hold your breath for 6 seconds, and exhale for 6 seconds. If this practice does not cause difficulties, then the duration can be increased. The main thing is that breathing should not cause tension, go freely and without interruption.
To balance the energy flows in yoga, another exercise is used. It consists in pressing the chin to the chest while inhaling, holding the breath as long as possible, and then exhaling calmly. It is important to remember that breathing practices must be done on an empty stomach so that there are no uncomfortable sensations in the form of nausea or a sharp decline in strength.
If there are deviations in the lower chakras, then you can just walk barefoot on the ground. This will awaken the receptors on the feet and activate the influx of earth energy.
Energy management
Management of energy flows also occurs with the help of the power of thought, through meditation, that is, deep concentration, immersion in yourself and observation of your feelings. It is very important that at the same time a person feels relaxed, free from extraneous thoughts and worries. It is noted that at the first stages in this state, it is felt that something is moving up and down along the spine. itpulsating energy. Frequent practices sharpen these sensations, and a slightly perceptible "brook" turns into a "full-flowing river".
When this exercise is mastered, you can proceed to the next one. You need to imagine that you have an arrow in your head that is constantly moving forward. You can control it and turn it in different directions. The arrow is attached to the base of the skull and is directed forward at will. At this time, when you inhale, the energy rises to the upper chakras and literally splashes out of you. Then turn the arrow back and feel how the Ajna chakra turns on the vacuum cleaner mode and begins to intensively draw in cosmic energy.
These are light mental exercises that you need to do several times a day (maximum 10 times) in order to learn how to accumulate and manage energy flows, energy in general.
Conclusion
The emotional, mental, spiritual and physical balance of a person depends on many factors. Most of them relate, of course, to the surrounding world, to external influences. This exchange is based on energy flows. If a failure occurs in their work, this manifests itself primarily at the physical level.
This problem can and should be solved. Knowing how human chakras are arranged, their importance in energy flows, you can increase the level of your own energy, resort to several exercises that have come to us from Eastern practices. All of them have a psychological basis, that is, they are due to a mental, imaginary process. Regular work onthemselves, the ability to manage energy flows allow a person to develop talents, unique abilities, achieve success in his career and in his personal life.
