Svadishthana

This is the next higher energy center and is located in the lower abdomen, centered between the navel and the genitals. It is connected physiologically to the nerve plexus associated with the prostate gland in men and the uterus and vagina in women. The word swa means 'one's own', and the word adhistana means 'home' in Sanskrit. It is depicted with a six petalled lotus. It is the seat of subconscious, the storehouse of all experiences and tendencies. All experiences are recorded here. The subconscious forces to which one is subjected have their root here. Its awakening will be associated with the activation of much long forgotten and suppressed material. Classically this chakra is the center of sexuality, emotions, sensation, pleasure, movement, and nurturance.