chak·ra | \ ˈchä-krə 
, ˈshä-, ˈchə- \
, ˈshä-, ˈchə- \Definition of chakra
: any of several points of physical or spiritual energy in the human body according to yoga philosophy
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Recent Examples on the Web Rose quartz is another popular option and is believed to help open the heart chakra.
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Jennifer Blair, chicagotribune.com, "The best gua sha scraping massage tool of 2020," 15 Aug. 2020 Since this bowl produces a B note, it is associated with your crown chakra, which deals with your connection to the universe.
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Popular Science, "Meditation accessories to improve your mindfulness practice and, by extension, your life," 22 Oct. 2019 Udemy offers classes to learn about harmonicas, as well as composing music using a smartphone and chakra balancing with musical tones.
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oregonlive, "Find easy-to-learn musical instruments and classes online to bring harmony to stay-home time," 13 Apr. 2020 Our reporter, a New Yorker, has discovered that in the land of sunshine, heart chakras and alternative milks, a hug is the new handshake.
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Hiroko Masuike, New York Times, "Coronavirus, Weinstein, Kobe Bryant: Your Monday Evening Briefing," 24 Feb. 2020 Rose Quartz assists in relationships, aligns the chakras and heals etheric fields, all while resonating with pure heart centered love.
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Rania Aniftos, Billboard, "Jhene Aiko Soothes the Anxious Mind With Meditative 'Trigger Protection Mantra': Listen," 13 Sep. 2019 Add a few drops of tea tree oil to give it a pleasant scent and to align your chakras.
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Boone Ashworth, Wired, "How to Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer," 12 Mar. 2020 The idea is to open up the chakras around the heart, promoting openness, love, and self-acceptance.
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Vasudha Rai, Condé Nast Traveler, "The Wellness Retreat Where Indian A-Listers Hide Out," 6 Feb. 2020 One item that will be sold through this portion of the site is the chakra-balancing, metal baby hairs.
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Brooklyn White, Essence, "Erykah Badu's Online Store Is Coming — Here's What We Know," 17 Jan. 2020
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The first known use of chakra was in 1888
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