With the demands of our daily lives, it is quite easy for our energy wheels aka chakras to loose alignment. And when our chakras are unbalanced, we experience issues in all aspects of our lives; physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and even financial.

To ensure that we show up as our best selves, it is essential that we stabilize each of our 7 chakras.

We love living in Asheville, and we wanted to share with you our favorite places to open up our chakras every day of the week.

Ready? Let's start boosting.

 

Dobra Tea House - Root Chakra

 

Nestled in the heart of Asheville, is the stunning Dobra Tea House which is home to a wide variety of teas sourced from different regions of the world. We love visiting the scenic teahouse because its ambience keeps us connected to Mother Nature. After every tea healing ritual, we leave the place feeling relaxed and calmer.

What to Do

The Dobra Tea house is our go-to spot for grounding with a tea ceremony. The grounding with tea ritual is a perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, and stay in tune with the spirit of Mother Earth.

During the ceremony, we pay homage to all elements of nature; water (for steeping the tea leaves), fire (for boiling the water), herbs (earth), and air (the feel of the breeze cleansing us.

Unlike traditional tea breaks that are done quickly, grounding tea ceremonies focus on mindfulness. You have to immerse yourself in the moment and focus on the ritual. It is necessary to connect with the entire practice: watch the water boiling and the tea leaves steeping. Also, avoid distractions as you pour your tea and drink it.

Best Teas to use

We opt for soothing, nutritious tea blends that contain herbs such as lavender, ginger, ashwagandha, garlic, and dandelion root. Red brews such as hibiscus and rooibos served at the Dobra Tea House, are superb for balancing the red frequency of the root chakra.  

The importance of the task.

The tea grounding ceremony offers a calming energy to the root chakra. When our root chakra is out of sync, we experience both mental and physical issues.

On the physical level, concerns such as indigestion and excessive weight gain will stem up. While stress and anxiety affects our mental health. The botanical teas aid easier digestion while bringing relief from stress.

 

 

Wake Foot Spa - Sacral Chakra

 

The Wake Foot Sanctuary tucked in the center of downtown Asheville, is a relaxation haven for anyone in search of a place to unwind.

What to Do

This spa is our destination spot for the best foot soaks that align the Sacral Chakra. The Sacral chakra is linked to water, and immersing your feet in a bath soak will bring about balance.

Also, the sacral chakra is linked to femininity. As you flush out the chakra through personal touch, you tap into your divine feminine energy. Your female reproductive organs begin to function optimally, and you become more passionate and compassionate. 

The importance of the task.

Hydrating your feet is an effective way to permit energy flow to your sacral chakra. And this alleviates common issues associated with blockage of the sacral chakra (e.g emotional detachment, low libido, addiction to sex).

 

 

 

Battery Park Book Exchange - Solar Plexus Chakra

 

The Battery Park Book Exchange is located at the Grove Arcade in Asheville and it houses over 10,000 books. The bookstore is a one-stop spot for intellectuals who experience adrenaline rush as they leaf through the pages of used books.

What do to 

Reading books and having intellectual conversations is a good way to amplify our solar plexus chakra energy. Remember, this chakra is dependent on using our intellect and leaving your comfort zone. Shake things up by reading and discussing great books.

The importance of the task 

Blockages of the 3rd chakra tie to the adrenal, indigestion and heart burn and overall too much adrenal. Also, emotional concerns such as insecurity, people pleasing, and helplessness may arise.

The more you read, the more your inner drive is stimulated and your analytical mind is stimulated, leading to a strengthened solar plexus chakra.

 

 

Adoratherapy Aura Studio - Heart Chakra

 

The Adoratherapy Aura Studio, based in downtown Asheville is a hotspot for aura readings and chakra balancing with aromatherapy.

What to do

Aura reading helps to pinpoint any chakra that is in a state of flux. A trip to this aura studio will help to identify if your chakras are needing balancing. After the reading, the Auratherapist will walk you through ways to bring your chakras into balance using aromatherapy, crystals and breath work. 

Don't forget to bring your dog as they do pet aura readings too. Adoratherapy is all about loving yourself and they embody the heart chakra. Shop their range of functional fragrances, chakra perfumes and gemstone candles. 

The importance of the task

Blockage of the heart chakra results in self-isolation, jealousy, victim mentality, maliciousness, and fear of intimacy.

As you flush out your heart chakra, you'll be more compassionate, trusting, and let go of grudges easily.

 

 

Citizens Vinyl & Sessions Cafe - Throat Chakra

 

The Citizens Vinyl, which doubles as a record store and Sessions Cafe are one of our favorite lunch spots. Great sandwiches and Vinyl. It's a remarkable place to lounge and listen to tunes in a beautiful restored architectural landmark, the Old Citizen's Times Newspaper building.

What to do

Listening to music stimulates the throat chakra. Singing is an even better way of amplifying your throat chakra. Projecting your ideas, with your voice is a sure way to be heard and to support this essential chakra.

Why this task is important

An under-active throat chakra represents shyness, insensitivity, an inferiority complex, and difficulty in expressing yourself. When you allow your voice to be heard, your throat chakra comes alive.

 

 

Enter the Earth Crystal store - Third Eye Chakra

 

Occupying a popular spot in Asheville, is a crystal cove known as Enter the Earth. The store boasts of gemstones, minerals, and fossils sourced from different regions of the world.

What to do

Gemstones are known to unclog blocked chakras. We love all the stones, but we are all about stimulating the third eye chakra. 

Best Gemstones to use

Gemstones such as Lapis Lazuli and Amethyst are our favorite stones for a third eye chakra activation as they absorb positive energy easily. Lapis has a very high vibration. It's believed to increase self-knowledge and awareness of one's own thoughts and can help you to trust your inner wisdom. Lapis Lazuli brings harmony, love and protection to relationships and supports the third eye chakra.

Why the Task is important

Obstruction of your third eye chakra causes physical challenges such as eye and brain problems. On the psychological level, you'll experience signs such as poor concentration, lack of intuition, and anxiety.

Crystal healing helps to redirect positive energy to your 6th chakra and boost your wisdom. Just trust yourself, and you won't spend your entire paycheck here, it's so tempting.

 

 

The Grove Arcade - Crown Chakra

 

The picturesque Grove Arcade is a popular landmark in Asheville. Conceived by pioneering Asheville developer Edwin Wiley Grove and completed in 1929, two years after Grove’s death, it has come to represent the heart and character of the town. Its rich history and ornate architecture combined with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants offer patrons a full-day immersion into Asheville’s lifestyle and culture.

What to do.

The Grove Arcade is to the town of Asheville, what your crown chakra is to your body - a seat of power. Harness the divine energy of the historic mall and channel it into your crown chakra for cleansing.

Why the task is important

The 7th chakra connotes a connection with higher self and a feeling of oneness. As you connect with other humans at the Grove Arcade, you'll feel a spirit of unity which helps to dispel signs such as egotism, lack of compassion, boredom, and apathy (symptoms associated with blocked crown chakra).

We hope you will enjoy Asheville as much as we do. Come and visit when you are in town. We can't wait to meet you.