The Importance of Chakras and Subtle Energy: Balancing the Body

The term “energy” is a commonly used word by everyday people, usually meaning the vibe or feeling a person, place, or object gives off — in other words, how it makes us feel. However, the actual scientific definition of the word is “the ability to do work.”

Without diving into the scientific jargon on what defines “work,” I’ll simply say that the two definitions don’t fully line up. How we use the word “energy” in everyday life is not necessarily how it is formally defined or applied.

However, the definition of “energy” can change depending on perspective. In the Western world, medicine is often allopathic and evidence-based, and wellness can be very one-dimensional, focused on disease states. In the Eastern world, there is an added component to wellness — a person’s subtle energy. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this subtle energy is called ki or chi. In other cultures, it has different names, but they largely refer to the same concept.

But what is this subtle energy? Does it actually exist? Can it be used or harnessed for health, wellness, or the improvement of one’s innate abilities? It depends on who you ask. In E.C.P.S.’ opinion, yes. Let me explain.

Understanding Chakras and Subtle Energy

Symbolic representation of the seven chakras and the concept of subtle energy discussed in this article.

When the ancient Vedic civilization searched inward for answers to the universe using meditation, chanting, and exercise, they discovered common patterns among their experiences. When they began talking to one another and comparing their visions, feelings, sensations, and physical perceptions, they found that similarities emerged.

When focusing on different areas of the body during meditation, many described seeing similar colors. When chanting at certain frequencies or tones, they reported sensations in similar areas. Over time, these patterns evolved into connections with disease, psychological state, vitality, and more. The Vedics believed they had uncovered aspects of our inner workings — our subtle energy or life force — which they called “chakras.”

Chakra is a Sanskrit term meaning “wheel” or “vortex.” You can think of them as balls of light or energy held in different regions of the body. In most systems, there are seven primary chakras, each relating to different colors, organs, sensations, personality traits, frequencies, and more.

The Seven Main Chakras

Chakra	Location	Color	Associated Traits
Root	Perineum	Red	Grounding, Security, Vitality
Sacral	Sacrum	Orange	Creativity, Sexuality
Solar Plexus	Abdomen	Yellow	Purpose, Ambition, Emotions, Intellect
Heart	Chest	Green	Acceptance, Love, Compassion
Throat	Throat	Blue	Truth, Verbal Expression
Third Eye	Brow	Indigo	Intuition, Imagination
Crown	Head	Violet (or White)	Spirituality, Connection to the Divine

Table 1: Seven Main Chakras

These chakras, or wheels, can spin, as energy is always moving and interacting — at least in layman’s terms. If a person is ill, the chakras may appear or function differently than they would if a person were healthy.

Now, I will define what I personally see when assessing someone’s chakras, but please note that this is only my interpretation. Other practitioners or psychics may hold different beliefs or theories.

How I Perceive Chakra Imbalances

As many clairvoyant psychics claim to see auras, I have the ability to perceive chakras within my mind’s eye. This can be a useful tool when assessing claims of paranormal activity or when trying to understand whether a client may be withholding information.

Here are some characteristics I observe when a client is unhealthy or “blocked”:

• Dark, murky colors

• Slow-spinning, rapid-spinning, or counterclockwise movement

• A “break” in the energetic chain

• A mix of healthy and unhealthy characteristics

• Inability to read their chakras altogether

For example, when a person is what energy workers define as “blocked,” certain chakras may appear slow-spinning and murky. When a chakra is hyperactive, it may appear to spin faster than normal. These conditions are often referred to as kyo and jitsu, respectively.

Chakras, Meridians, and Auras

Many people have heard of acupuncture, where fine needles are placed at specific points in the body for health and wellness. The chakral system and the meridian system of acupuncture are often believed to be interconnected.

The acupoints where needles are inserted are thought to lie along meridians — channels through which energy flows. These channels can be viewed as outflow tracts from our energy centers, the chakras. Think of this interconnectedness as the pathway through which energy travels throughout the body.

On this same topic, auras can also be considered outflow tracts, but instead of connecting directly to the chakras, they connect to the meridians. Therefore, energy moves outward from the center of the body like this:

Chakras → Meridians → Auras

Why Chakras Matter in Paranormal Investigation

Visual overview of the meridians of the body.

Understanding chakras and subtle energy is vital for paranormal investigation. In today’s world, many people find themselves constantly multitasking and living on autopilot, making self-awareness difficult. It’s common to hear clients say they feel disconnected from themselves or unsure of what they are truly experiencing.

Having the ability to tune into these energies allows my colleagues and me to sift through the noise and focus on what is truly affecting a person — whether paranormal in nature or not.

Our mission statement is, after all, to find the truth.