Fast facts
Symptoms (physical or emotional) or intuition
On or near the chakra
Cho Ku Rei increases flow
Sei He Ki releases emotional blocks
5-10 minutes per chakra
Chakra Clearing with Reiki
Understanding Blocked Chakras and How Reiki Helps
A blocked chakra is not a physical obstruction. It is a pattern of stagnant energy. Thoughts, emotions, and experiences get stuck. The energy stops flowing freely.
Reiki does not force blockages open. That would be like pushing a stuck door. Reiki gently flows into the area. The warmth of the energy loosens the blockage. It dissolves on its own.
You can work on your own chakras or someone else's. Self-Reiki on the chakras is a powerful daily practice. It prevents blockages from forming and clears those that exist.
Chakra Blockage Symptoms
How to tell which chakra may be blocked.
- Root chakra (base of spine): Fear, anxiety, insecurity, financial issues, lower back pain, hip problems.
- Sacral chakra (lower abdomen): Emotional instability, creativity blocks, relationship issues, reproductive or lower back pain.
- Solar plexus (upper abdomen): Low self-esteem, lack of direction, digestive issues, chronic fatigue.
- Heart chakra (center chest): Difficulty with relationships, inability to forgive, loneliness, heart or lung issues.
- Throat chakra (throat): Trouble speaking truth, fear of judgment, thyroid issues, neck or shoulder pain.
- Third eye (forehead): Lack of intuition, difficulty concentrating, headaches, vision problems.
- Crown (top of head): Feeling disconnected, lack of purpose, depression, sensitivity to light or sound.
The Seven Chakras
Locations and associated Reiki hand positions.
Crown
Top of head. Violet. Spirituality, connection, purpose.
Third Eye
Forehead. Indigo. Intuition, insight, concentration.
Throat
Throat. Blue. Communication, truth, expression.
Heart
Center chest. Green. Love, compassion, forgiveness.
Solar Plexus
Upper abdomen. Yellow. Personal power, will, confidence.
Sacral
Lower abdomen. Orange. Creativity, emotions, relationships.
Root
Base of spine. Red. Survival, security, grounding.
Step-by-Step Guide to Unblocking Chakras with Reiki
Follow these steps for self or others.
Identify Blocked Chakras
Use symptoms or intuition. Which area feels stuck? Which emotions are persistent? Trust your gut.
Like finding a kink in a hose.Prepare
Ground yourself. Set intention: 'I invite Reiki to clear any blockages in the chakras for the highest good.'
Like warming up before exercise.Apply Cho Ku Rei
Draw or visualize Cho Ku Rei (power symbol) over the blocked chakra. This increases energy flow.
Like turning up the water pressure.Place Hands
Place your hands on or near the chakra. Hold for 5-10 minutes.
Like putting a warm compress on a sore muscle.Use Sei He Ki if Needed
If emotional blockages are present, draw or visualize Sei He Ki (emotional symbol).
Like adding a solvent to stuck glue.Notice Sensations
You may feel heat, tingling, pulsing, or a sense of release. Stay until the energy shifts.
Like waiting for ice to melt.Work All Chakras
After focusing on blocked chakras, work through all seven in sequence. Balance the whole system.
Like tuning all strings of a guitar, not just one.Close
End at the crown or root. Ground the energy. Thank Reiki.
Like turning off the faucet and cleaning up.
Prevention Is Best
Daily Self-Reiki for Chakra Maintenance
The best way to unblock chakras is to prevent blockages from forming. Daily self-Reiki on the chakras takes 10-15 minutes.
Start at the crown. Place your hands on or near each chakra for 1-2 minutes. Move down the body to the root. You do not need to use symbols unless you feel called.
Over time, you will learn to sense which chakras need more attention. Some days, all chakras feel balanced. Other days, one or two feel stuck. Give them extra time.
Consistency matters more than session length. Five minutes daily is better than an hour once a week.
How Practitioners Work with Blocked Chakras
When I feel a blocked chakra in a client, I stay there longer. I use Cho Ku Rei to increase flow. I often feel heat, then a shift. The energy starts moving. I stay until it feels clear.
Chakra blockages are subtle. Do not obsess over finding them. Do not assume every symptom is a blockage. Reiki clears what needs clearing. You do not need to diagnose extensively.
Chakra work is not a substitute for medical care. If you have persistent physical or emotional symptoms, see a doctor or therapist. Reiki complements medical care. It does not replace it.
Key takeaways
- Blocked chakras are patterns of stagnant energy, not physical obstructions.
- Identify blocked chakras by symptoms or intuition.
- Place hands on or near the chakra. Hold Reiki intention for 5-10 minutes.
- Use Cho Ku Rei (power symbol) to increase energy flow.
- Use Sei He Ki (emotional symbol) for emotional blockages.
- Daily self-Reiki on all seven chakras prevents blockages.
- Chakra work complements medical care. See a doctor for physical symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if a chakra is blocked?
Look for persistent symptoms: fear (root), emotional instability (sacral), low self-esteem (solar plexus), relationship issues (heart), trouble speaking (throat), lack of intuition (third eye), disconnection (crown).
How long does it take to unblock a chakra?
It varies. Some blockages clear in one session. Others take weeks of daily practice. Be patient.
Can Reiki unblock chakras without symbols?
Yes. Reiki works without symbols. Symbols amplify intention. They are not required.
Can I unblock someone else's chakras with distance Reiki?
Yes. Distance Reiki is effective for chakra clearing. Use Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (distance symbol) if you have it.
What if I do not feel anything during chakra work?
Feeling nothing is normal. Reiki is working. Trust, not sensation.
Sources
- Anodea Judith, Eastern Body, Western Mind, 1996.
- Bronwen and Frans Stiene, The Reiki Sourcebook, 2003.
- Traditional chakra and Reiki teachings.
