Emotions

 

To understand the emotions is far better to seem through the lens of chakras rather than trying to figure out the many different models provided by various psychological schools of thought.  Often these models are talilerd to a specific form of theoriy and thus not provide much of an overall understanding.

 

Feelings and emotions are related but different. Emotions are automatic reactions to events or thoughts, like fear or joy, and are short-lived, physical, and subconscious. Feelings are how we interpret and experience those emotions consciously, shaped by our thoughts, memories, and beliefs, and they last longer. For example, avoiding a car accident might cause fear as an emotion, but later, you might feel gratitude or anger as you reflect on it. Recognizing this difference helps us better understand and manage our emotional experiences.

 

The seven chakras are a general framework for understanding human energy and consciousness, each linked to universal themes like survival, creativity, and spirituality. While this system applies broadly, people experience their chakras differently based on factors like beliefs, life experiences, and health. Some may feel more connected to certain chakras, face blockages in others, or interpret them through colors, sensations, or emotions. Additionally, some traditions expand beyond the seven chakras, including other energy centers. Chakras are dynamic, constantly changing in response to our physical, emotional, and spiritual states, making each person’s experience unique.

 

Generally speaking we have the lower and higher emotions.  The higher emotions are associated with the free flow of energy.  Lower emotions are associated with blocked energy.  People who have all their chakras blocked can be severely depressed. There are two groups of chemicals generated by either the sympathetic or the parasympathetic nervous systems.  The sympathetic nervous system allows us to relax, and the parasympathetic nervous system gets us ready to fight, run or hide. The lower  and higher emotions of each chakra have their own set of chemicals.  Sometimes the chemical cause the emotion on their own, and sometimes the emotions trigger the emotions. The chemicals are in the physical world and the emotions are in the conscious world we feel.  

 

  1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)
     Located in at the base of the spine, near the tailbone. 

    • Higher Emotions:: Safety, security, stability, grounding, and fear.
    • Lower Emotions: panic, fear, anxiety, insecurity, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)
    Located in the lower abdomen, just below the navel

    • Higher Emotions:: Sexual love and pleasure, general enjoyment, passion
    • Lower Emotions Lust, guilt, earthiness.

  3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)
    Located in the upper abdomen

    • Higher Emotions:: Effective management, confidence, charismatic power, self love and worth.
    • Lowerr emotions: Anger, lack of control, being pushy or being bossy

  4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)
    Located in the center of the chest

    • Higher Emotions:: Different forms of deep love, compassion, forgiveness, sadness and grief.
    • Lower Emotions: Imbalances can cause feelings of loneliness, jealousy, sadness and grief and the inability to forgive.

  5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
    Located at the throat.

    • Higher Emotions: Learning, teaching, search for truth, communication
    • Lower emotions: Dishonesty. shallowness, conformity, difficulty expressing oneself, and shyness

  6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)
    Located between the eyebrows

    • Higher Emotions:: Intuition, wisdom, clarity, and understanding.
    • Lower emotions: Nothingness, lack of insight into one self, boredom, lack of human connection

  7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)
    Located at the top of the head

    • Higher Emotions: Connection with  Source, God, peace, unity, touching the unity of everything
    • Lower Emotions: Spiritual emptiness, materialism, despair, always  being mechanical

Lower Combinations of Chakra Energy

Sometimes more than one chakra la

  • Root and Sacral: Broken heart, and fear of losing security in relationships or creativity.
  • Heart and Throat: Difficulty expressing love or compassion verbally.
  • Solar Plexus and Crown: Substituting ego-driven confidence for spiritual humility.

Sadness

Sadness and grief often relates to the lower states of Heart Chakra (Anahata) when someone stops loving us due to death or some other cause.

  • A form of sadness is the feeling of emptiness were the emotional energy is low.
  • Sadness from disconnection (spiritual or emotional isolation) may involve the Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) or the Root Chakra (Muladhara), as these chakras influence our sense of belonging and purpose.
  • Prolonged sadness or depression can also involve the Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura), as feelings of low self-esteem and helplessness contribute to this emotional state.

Addiction

Addiction occurs when a person has only one interest.  It could be sex, eating, drugs, feeling pretty, being in love, need of entertainment, not appreciating what we have. To combat this is to find many things in life that have meaning and pleasure.

Sex

Fundamentally sex is the urge to unite with another person in an intimate way. This energy is a wave that comes and goes. If another person is not available, substitutions are made. In any case, due to its nature, it is best to do it wirth a partner that you love in a private place.  The more higher chakras that are involved the better the union. The worst form of sexual activity is rape where there is no love.

Emotions From Singer's Prospective

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From Michael Singer's perspective, emotions are not merely psychological responses but are deeply tied to the flow of energy within us. They represent patterns of energy that move through our system in response to life’s experiences. When emotions like fear, anger, or joy arise, they reflect our inner reactions to external events, shaped by past impressions and unresolved energies. Singer emphasizes that emotions are not who we are but rather phenomena we experience, arising and falling like waves. By observing them without clinging or resistance, we can allow their energy to flow freely and avoid creating blockages that disrupt our inner balance.

 

From a scientific viewpoint, emotions are closely linked to the brain’s limbic system, particularly structures like the amygdala, which processes emotional responses. They also involve the autonomic nervous system, which triggers physiological reactions such as increased heart rate during fear or relaxation during joy. Emotions can be seen as a bridge between the mind and body, influencing both our thoughts and physical state. For example, stress-related emotions can cause tension and fatigue, while positive emotions like gratitude or love promote relaxation and vitality.

 

Singer would argue that emotions, though natural, often become amplified by our attachment to mental narratives. When we resist or cling to emotions, their energy becomes trapped, forming blockages that hinder our ability to experience life fully. Science supports this by showing how chronic stress and unresolved emotions can lead to physical and psychological imbalances. To free ourselves, Singer advocates stepping back into the role of the observer, watching emotions arise without judgment or reaction. This practice not only aligns with mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches but also helps restore the natural flow of energy, promoting harmony within both the mind and body. By understanding emotions as temporary energy patterns rather than fixed aspects of our identity, we can embrace a deeper sense of inner freedom and peace.

 

The Spectrum of Feeling

 

In the quiet town of Emotionvale, there lived a man named Greg. Greg was a practical man with a straightforward view of life. He had two emotions, which he named simply "Okay" and "Bad." To him, life was either tolerable or unpleasant, and he saw no reason to complicate things.

One day, Greg met Lila, a woman whose world was a kaleidoscope of emotions. Lila had spent years exploring the depths and nuances of her feelings. She had names for emotions Greg had never even considered. When they met at a community event, Lila noticed Greg sitting alone, sipping tea with a blank expression.

“You seem like someone who’s feeling... neutral,” Lila said with a curious smile, sitting beside him.

Greg glanced at her. “I’m okay. What else is there to feel?”

 

Lila laughed gently. “Oh, there’s so much more! Affection, for instance. Like the warmth I feel sitting here next to you. Or agitation, when my mind buzzes with too many thoughts.”

Greg frowned. “Sounds complicated. Why bother?”

“It’s not a bother,” Lila said, her eyes lighting up. “It’s like living with a rainbow instead of just black and white. Take ardor, for instance—that fiery passion when you’re deeply in love with an idea or a person. Or ecstasy, that fleeting yet overwhelming joy when something wonderful happens.”

Greg shrugged. “Sounds exhausting. I prefer to keep it simple. I feel okay, or I feel bad. That’s it.”

Lila tilted her head, intrigued. “What about endurance? The quiet strength when you face something tough but don’t give up? Or verve, the lively energy when you’re inspired?”

Greg blinked. “I guess I’ve felt... something like that. But I just call it getting through the day.”

 

“Ah, but naming it gives it power,” Lila said. “Like when I feel pathos, a deep sense of compassion for someone’s struggle. Or when a flurry of excitement bubbles up, and I call it flutter. Or even when life feels chaotic, and I call it hectic. Naming these emotions helps me understand and embrace them.”

 

Greg sipped his tea, trying to process her words. “But doesn’t it get messy? All those names?”

“Life is messy,” Lila said with a grin. “But it’s beautiful. Even the hard feelings, like stew—that boiling mix of confusion and frustration—or furor, when anger surges unexpectedly. Giving them names helps me navigate through them. Like unction, the soothing balm of peace, or seal, that unwavering conviction when I know I’m doing what’s right.”

 

Greg stared at her, a flicker of curiosity breaking through his stoicism. “So you’re saying these emotions help you... live better?”

“They help me live fully,” Lila said. “What about you? What do you feel right now?”

 

Greg hesitated, then said, “Maybe... a little curious.”

Lila laughed. “That’s a start! Maybe it’s wonder, or even a touch of connection. See? You’re already more than ‘okay.’”

Greg couldn’t help but smile. For the first time, he wondered if maybe, just maybe, there was more to feeling than he had ever imagined. And as Lila began to share her stories of affection, ardor, and ecstasy, Greg found himself listening closely, stepping tentatively into a world far more colorful than he had ever known.