Bijas Mantras

In Sanskrit, “mantra” translates to “instrument of thought” and consists of a sound, syllable, word, or group of words that brings awareness and presence while awakening emotions and stimulating the mind towards a higher consciousness.  

The chakras are six energy wheels located in the subtle body (mind, intelligence, and ego) that run from the base of the spine to the crown of the head.  The movement of the chakras is generated by prana, “life force,” brought into the body by the breath, color therapy, musical notes & mantras. 

Mantras associated with the chakra are called Bija mantras, which are one-syllable “seed” sounds. When chanted aloud, they activate the energy of the individual chakras, bringing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance and clarity.

Instructions: Sit in a meditation posture, take a deep breath, and on the exhalation, chant the chosen mantra (s) aloud, repeating it six times.