Are chakras literal spinning wheels of energy in the body—or powerful metaphors for our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves? In this episode, Lauren explores the chakra system through a yogic, scientific, and personal lens. She covers:
The origins and meaning of the chakra system
The seven main chakras and their symbolic attributes
Differences between viewing chakras as energetic maps vs psychological metaphors
Scientific perspectives on chakras and their correlation with the nervous and endocrine systems
Ways to work with the chakra system through yoga, self-inquiry, and meditation
How Lauren uses the chakra framework in her book Embody Your Inner Goddess and her upcoming 300-hour YTT at True Love Yoga
Whether you're chakra-curious or already love working with energy systems, this episode offers grounding context and empowering insights.
Mentioned in the episode:
Lauren’s book: Embody Your Inner Goddess: A Guided Journey to Radical Wholeness
True Love Yoga 300-Hour Advanced YTT (launching 2026): trueloveyogakc.com
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