The Sacral Chakra energy centre is a place of creativity, emotion, sensuality, and pleasure, located in the lower abdomen. It governs your connection to joy, intimacy, and the flow of life.
Associated with the colour: orange, the sacral chakra’s element is water, and the Seed Mantra: VAM
Listen to the vibration of the Sacral Chakra as you continue to read and study it
Metaphysical Properties of the Sacral Chakra
Location: Just below the navel, in the lower abdomen
Element: Water
Color: Orange
Seed Mantra: VAM
Associated Glands/Organs: Reproductive organs, kidneys, bladder, hips
Archetypal Energy: The Creator — emotion, sensuality, pleasure, and flow
When the sacral chakra is balanced, you feel:
Emotionally expressive and creative
Connected to your sensuality and sexuality in a healthy way
Able to experience joy, pleasure, and intimacy
Open to change and new experiences
When imbalanced, it may manifest as:
Emotional numbness or instability
Guilt around pleasure or sexuality
Creative block or lack of inspiration
Addictive tendencies, sexual dysfunction, or hormonal imbalance
Tools and Practices to Awaken or Balance the Sacral Chakra
Meditation and Visualization
Visualize a vibrant orange orb spinning in your lower abdomen.
Chant the mantra VAM to activate and harmonize this center.
Meditations that focus on emotional release or inner child work are especially helpful.
Breathwork and Movement
Try pelvic-focused movements, hip-opening yoga poses (like Pigeon Pose, Goddess Pose, and Cobra).
Dance, especially freeform or sensual styles (belly dance, ecstatic dance), helps awaken this chakra.
Use breathwork to release suppressed emotions stored in the hips or lower abdomen.
Crystals
Use stones associated with passion and creativity:
Carnelian
Orange Calcite
Moonstone
Amber
Tiger’s Eye
Place them on your lower belly or wear as jewelry.
Essential Oils and Herbs
Ylang ylang, sandalwood, jasmine, clary sage, orange
Use them in baths, diffusers, or directly on the lower abdomen.
Affirmations
“I honor my desires.”
“I allow myself to feel pleasure.”
“I am a creative being full of inspiration.”
Nutrition
Focus on foods that nourish the reproductive and digestive systems:
Oranges, mangoes, carrots, sweet potatoes
Coconut, water-rich foods (cucumbers, melons)
Healthy fats and seeds
Sound and Music
Listen to 417 Hz frequency, which helps facilitate emotional change and release.
Rhythmic, flowing music or sounds of water (rivers, waves) resonate with this chakra's watery nature.