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  What is Chakras? The Sanskrit word Chakra means Wheel. Thus, our body is made up of many energy wheels, functioning as energy centers for capturing, storing and distributing Vital Energy, Prana, in our body. These energy centers are in our subtle body and connect with the physical body and the Nadis. Nadis are the energy meridians through which prana, vital energy, blood, nutrients circulates. It is estimated that we have 72 thousand nadis throughout the body. The three main nadis in our body are Ida, Pingala and Sushumna. NADI IDA It is associated with the energy of the Moon and represents the feminine aspect of the personality. This channel controls the functions of the parasympathetic nervous system, which calms the mind and body (yin), as it is related to emotions, feelings and memories. NADI PINGALA It is associated with the energy of the sun and represents the masculine aspect of the personality. Controls the sympathetic nervous system, stimulates activities (yang), is resp...

  The word Karma, in Sanskrit, means Action. Good actions, good karmas. It is the law of Action and Reaction. Planting good things means reaping good things, but it depends on our intention. Doing something good and hoping that this will bring good results is also not well regarded, as there is an interest behind this action. In the philosophy of yoga, as stated in the sacred Hindu book, Bhagavad Gita, the action of karma, or Karma Yoga, must be a disinterested action, that is, not thinking about the fruits. Because if I do something good for someone and expect that person to reciprocate, this is not a good action, in the view of yoga. To really be a good action, you must act with your heart and without interest in rewards. Nowadays, in our society, we see many people acting with their own interests, or with many expectations in return. In affective relationships we have examples of people who give a lot to their partners, and in return demand something in exchange, which often may...