Balancing the 13 Chakras: Daily Practices for Deep Spiritual Alignment
In the quiet space between our breaths, we are energy—shifting, spiraling, alive. Just as the forests rely on seasons to breathe and bloom, we too are designed to move in rhythm, guided by subtle energies. Central to this delicate dance is the chakra system, our internal compass for healing and spiritual awakening.
While many are familiar with the traditional seven chakras, ancient teachings and modern mystics have illuminated an extended chakra system—one that includes 13 powerful energy centers. When these 13 chakras are balanced, we experience deeper clarity, intuition, vitality, and soul alignment.
In this guide, we will journey together through these 13 chakras and explore daily spiritual practices that will harmonize your being—body, mind, and divine self.
Understanding the 13 Chakras: Your Sacred Energy Map
Each chakra is a spinning vortex of energy connecting our physical form to our spiritual truth. Beyond just supporting physical health or emotions, the chakras guide our evolution—from survival to higher wisdom.
Here’s a simplified overview of the 13-chakra system:
Chakra | Location | Color | Purpose |
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Earth Star | 12” below feet | Earthy Black | Deep grounding, ancestral healing |
Root | Base of spine | Red | Safety, survival, stability |
Sacral | Below navel | Orange | Creativity, emotions, sensual flow |
Solar Plexus | Upper abdomen | Yellow | Confidence, willpower, personal sun |
Heart | Center of chest | Green/Pink | Love, compassion, divine union |
Throat | Throat area | Blue | Truth, expression, authentic voice |
Third Eye | Between eyebrows | Indigo | Intuition, foresight, clairvoyance |
Crown | Top of head | Violet/White | Spiritual connection, oneness |
Soul Star | 6–12” above head | Magenta/Gold | Soul awareness, divine downloads |
Spirit Chakra | Above Soul Star | White/Silver | Connection to Source, ascension |
Universal Gateway | Higher ether | Diamond Light | Higher consciousness grid |
Galactic Chakra | Cosmic axis | Iridescent Blue | Collective wisdom, astral travel |
Divine Gateway | Multidimensional | Platinum/Crystal | Infinite self, unity with All |
These additional chakras extend far beyond our body, connecting us to the Earth below and the Cosmos above. They awaken our Clair senses—clairvoyance, clairsentience, claircognizance, clairaudience—and open gateways to intuitive mastery and soul remembrance.
Why Balance Matters: When the Chakras Are in Harmony
When your 13 chakras are aligned, it’s like tuning an instrument—you become a divine channel of energy, wisdom, and light. You begin to:
- Feel deeply centered and secure in your purpose.
- Receive intuitive insights easily (clarempathy, clairaudience).
- Express your truth freely and confidently.
- Navigate life with compassion, clarity, and strength.
- Connect with your Higher Self and receive spirit guidance.
When out of alignment, you may feel anxiety, scattered thoughts, emotional overwhelm, spiritual disconnection, or physical stagnancy.
But with gentle attention, you can recalibrate your chakra system, bringing your soul back into spacious presence.
Let’s explore how.
Daily Chakra Alignment Practices: Flowing Into Harmony
The secret to balancing your chakras isn’t in complexity—it’s in small, sacred rhythms practiced daily. These simple rituals help to realign, cleanse, and activate your energy centers.
Below, you’ll find specific practices you can use with each of the 13 chakras. You can work with one per day, intuitively select those feeling out-of-balance, or flow through all 13 in meditation.
🌿 Earth Star Chakra — “I Am Grounded to the Ancient Earth”
Affirmation: “I am rooted in love, protected by the Earth.”
Practice | Description |
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Barefoot Earth Walking | Walk on grass or soil for 10 minutes, inhaling deeply. Feel your energy connecting to Earth’s core. |
Crystal | Black Tourmaline or Hematite. Place near your feet in meditation. |
Intuitive Art Prompt | Paint or draw roots extending from your feet into the Earth. Let your emotions guide the colors. |
🔴 Root Chakra — “I Am Safe”
Affirmation: “I have everything I need.”
- Practice a morning safety ritual: touch your feet, affirm safety, sway to tribal drumming.
- Eat grounding foods: root vegetables, proteins.
- Visualize red light glowing at your spine base.
🟠 Sacral Chakra — “I Am Flow”
Affirmation: “My creative waters nourish me.”
- Move your hips softly—dance, rotate, or sway to sensual music.
- Paint with your fingers using orange tones. Let go of form. Express feeling.
- Keep a feeling journal—write down emotions without judgment.
🟡 Solar Plexus Chakra — “I Am Empowered”
Affirmation: “I stand in my golden power.”
- Stand in power pose (arms open wide), repeat your affirmation.
- Breathe deeply into the belly, visualizing golden light expanding.
- Mirror work: Look into your eyes and say, “You are worthy.”
💚 Heart Chakra — “I Am Love”
Affirmation: “I give and receive love effortlessly.”
- Practice heart breathing: Inhale into your chest, exhale waves of soft green light.
- Wear pink or green tones. Adorn yourself with Rose Quartz.
- Create a love mandala—draw a circle, add symbols of love, peace, and kindness.
🔵 Throat Chakra — “I Speak My Truth”
Affirmation: “My voice is clear, strong, and sacred.”
- Morning humming: hum for 5-10 minutes to activate vocal cords gently.
- Drink warm herbal tea, lovingly sip while journaling.
- Speak intentions aloud, especially during moon phases.
🟣 Third Eye Chakra — “I See Clearly”
Affirmation: “My intuition is a sacred guide.”
- Gaze softly at a candle flame for 3–5 minutes.
- Practice one-minute clairvoyance activation: Close your eyes and visualize a violet lotus opening on your forehead.
- Keep a dream journal beside your bed—track symbols and visitations.
🌸 Crown Chakra — “I Am Connected to Divinity”
Affirmation: “I surrender to divine wisdom.”
- Sit in silence for 10 minutes, invite in divine energy.
- Use clear quartz or Amethyst during meditation.
- Practice gratitude breath: inhale appreciation, exhale resistance.
✨ Soul Star Chakra — “I Remember Who I Am”
Affirmation: “I carry the wisdom of many lifetimes.”
- Place hands above your head. Feel for the subtle energy that exists there.
- Call upon your higher self—ask, “What do you want me to know today?”
- Create sacred art—a representation of your spirit self.
🌟 Spirit Chakra — “I Am a Portal for Light”
Affirmation: “I am a divine channel.”
- Meditate with soft white or silver light above your head.
- Journal channeled messages—let the soul speak through you.
- Sound healing: softly chant “Aum” and feel its vibration rise upward.
💠 Universal Gateway — “I Am Unified Awareness”
Affirmation: “I am one with all beings and cosmic truth.”
- Practice star-gazing for awareness of your vastness.
- Use aura sprays with crystalline frequencies or essential oils like frankincense.
- Create a vision board of unity consciousness — photos of nature, stars, humanity in harmony.
🌌 Galactic Chakra — “I Am Infinite Wisdom”
Affirmation: “I tap into universal intelligence.”
- Dream work—set intention before sleep to receive divine codes or guidance.
- Intuitive painting: Use metallic or galaxial tones with no form, only flow.
- Call in your star guides, ancestors, starseed lineage in meditation.
💎 Divine Gateway Chakra — “I Am The I Am”
Affirmation: “I embody the infinite light within all.”
- Sit with absolute silence. No sound, no movement. Just presence.
- Open your palms upward and say, “I welcome divine remembrance.”
- Create a collage of light: cut pictures, colors, symbols that remind you of Source consciousness.
A One-Week Chakra Alignment Plan
If this feels like a lot to integrate, here’s a gentle weekly rhythm:
Day | Focus |
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Monday | Earth Star + Root – Grounding |
Tuesday | Sacral & Solar Plexus – Creativity + Confidence |
Wednesday | Heart & Throat – Love + Expression |
Thursday | Third Eye & Crown – Intuition + Connection |
Friday | Soul Star & Spirit Chakra – Higher Self Communication |
Saturday | Universal Gateway & Galactic Chakra – Cosmic Expansion |
Sunday | Divine Gateway – Oneness & Completion |
Intuitive Art Therapy to Activate Chakras
Why it works: Art bypasses the mind and connects directly with soul memory and feeling.
How to start:
- Select a chakra to work with based on your body or emotional state.
- Choose colors that reflect the energy of that chakra.
- Let your hands guide the process—no need to plan or perfect.
- Allow symbols, patterns, or images from dreams to emerge.
- After creating, reflect: How do I feel? What message does this piece hold?
You are not just creating art—you are creating spiritual medicine, direct from your soul’s palette.
Daily Tips for Spiritual Chakra Maintenance
To keep your energy field balanced day-to-day:
- Start your morning in silence: 5 minutes of breath into your heart space.
- Connect with nature daily—even a few moments with a tree or the sun resets your frequency.
- Speak gratitude aloud: “Thank you for this breath, this day, this divine life.”
- Use your senses mindfully: Smell an orange slowly, listen intentionally to the leaves rustle.
- Follow your inner yes: Your soul speaks in feelings, not logic. Trust the pull toward beauty.
Final Thoughts: Becoming the Living Rainbow
Balancing all 13 chakras is not about perfection—it is a daily devotion to your own aliveness. You are a unique frequency of the Universe, a soul here to experience both the roots and the stars.
As you align your chakras, you begin to embody your highest self—not just in sacred moments, but as a way of being. Let your energy be your truth. Let your life be the artwork of your awakening.
And remember: Your soul already knows the way back to balance. All you have to do is listen.
With love and light,
🤍 Alaja & Team