Wheels of Life

An accessible guide to the complex and amazing Chakra System.

Wheels of Life is dedicated to the fascinating study of chakras—"wheels" or "discs" in Sanskrit. According to yogic philosophy, they are channels through which spiritual energy circulates, nourishing and fueling our organs and systems. There are seven main chakras, each located in a different area of the body. According to Indian tradition, it is the opening and closing of these points that regulates the flow of essential aspects of our lives, such as love, creativity, and sexuality. Together, these channels form a complex system of integration between body, mind, and spirit, known as the Chakra System.

In Wheels of Life , Anodea Judith presents an introduction to this intriguing world. In an original way, she proposes that this tradition, often viewed as exclusively esoteric and difficult to apply, be integrated into everyday activities. According to Judith, the Chakra System offers such profound wisdom that it is impossible not to connect it to modern discoveries about nature, the body, and the psyche.

By approaching the topic from a more earthly and Westernized perspective, drawing on her experience as a therapist, Judith shows that this spiritual principle can also help us heal illnesses. Through meditation techniques and physical exercises, we learn to explore the full potential of the chakras and open the way to the vital energy that surrounds us.

This book examines both external and internal realities. It analyzes the Chakra System as a pervasive system of spiritual growth, and also as a diagram of the sacred architecture in which it is embedded—the broader structure that contains us. Wheels of Life is a fundamental work for those who wish to delve deeper into the study of this ancient knowledge and apply it practically to improve their quality of life.