A clear 6th Chakra is the catalyst that sparks creative genius by uniting the left and right brain hemispheres, thereby merging the intuitive, feeling brain and the rational, thinking brain. And it is where the line between dreams and reality becomes blurred as one embraces the concept that we all have the power to create the life of our dreams.

Your self image (or imagined self) is developed and perpetuated (and can be changed) in the 6th Chakra depending on how you use your "mind’s eye" to perceive your physical self, your qualities, and your characteristics. The choice is yours: You can see innumerable flaws or you can simply see perfection. This is also where creative visualization and the formation of one’s life visions come into play.

Inspiration is the natural by-product of a balanced 6th Chakra, and people with open 6th Chakras live inspired and inspiring lives. They are wise, discerning, perceptive, and imaginative individuals who believe in themselves and their abilities, because ultimately they rely on their inner voice to show them the way. They look outside the box for solutions to challenges. A unique sense of personal style and individualism frequently throws the spotlight on them, their work, their homes, or their passions.

An overdeveloped 6th Chakra can be seen in "know-it-all" personality types. They are judgmental, inflexible, and pragmatic. They must see something in order to believe it, and they rarely, if ever, pay attention to or follow their feelings or inner guidance. Their closed minds most likely will prevent them from seeing the "bigger picture" of their lives.

People with an underdeveloped 6th Chakra may be fearful of change, of standing out, or of being in the limelight. They may suffer from aimlessness, unclear thinking, or lack of concentration. They may be prone to "follow the crowd" or to go along to get along, even when it is contrary to what they want or believe.

The Third Eye (or i i i) Formula for enlightenment is Imagination + Intuition + Insight = Inspired Action. Apply this method to your life and bask in the glow of "living in the light," then set your sights on the last level—the peak, the pinnacle of the Chakramid.

© 2009-2010 Mary Jo Shaffer
Excerpt from the book, Rainbow Eyes: CHAKRAMID Reflections. In this tale of one woman's journey to chakra energy awakening, you will learn about your Chakras in an entertaining, informative fantasy format. In contrast to Alice going down a rabbit hole, our tale follows Jessica as she journeys up the CHAKRAMID…in an elevator! Read more...