Heart Chakra
Love, messy, radiant, imperfect, and deeply human. If there’s a chakra that pulls me into the depths of what it means to connect, to heal, to feel, it’s the Heart Chakra.
This is round three with its energy, and like any good teacher, the Heart isn’t handing me an easy pass. Every time I step into this work, I uncover something new. Layers of self-love, patterns in how I give and receive, reminders of what it feels like to nurture and be nurtured. And woven into it all, there is grief. The quiet ache of absence, the longing for something that once was or never came to be.
Love and loss aren’t opposites; they dance together. Grief lingers in the spaces where love once lived, reminding me that the depth of my sorrow is only proof of the depth of my love. Some days, that truth is comforting. Other days, it’s weighty. But always, it’s real.
This time, I’m noticing. I’m leaning in. And I’m ready to meet my heart where it is, without trying to fix it, without forcing it forward, just letting it be. Because in between the love, the joy, and even the grief, there’s something sacred: the act of showing up for my heart, again and again.
Now, let’s dive into the work. 💚
Discovery & Healing
his morning brought a moment of reflection with two cards; Discovery from the Chakra Wisdom Oracle and Healing Is Happening from the Rose Oracle. Together, they felt like gentle nudges from the universe, urging me to pause and lean into the energy of the day.
Starting with Discovery, this card whispered, “You’re not done yet.” It’s that little voice pushing me to examine how I receive love, not just how I give it. With its soft, pink-toned energy, it feels like a gentle blush on the heart. Side not: In the book’s description it reads pink from pinkton and I honestly have no idea what that means. I even googled it. So for now I’m going with this. An invitation to nurture myself in ways I often forget. It asks me to sit with the question: am I truly letting myself be nurtured, or am I still clutching tightly to the belief that I always have to be the strong one? It’s not the easiest question to answer, but it’s one worth exploring.
Then came Healing Is Happening, bringing with it a quiet reassurance. This card reminds me that healing isn’t something I need to chase or wrestle into being. That it’s already here, already unfolding within me. My heart is slowly learning to receive, to open, to soften, even if I don’t feel ready all the time.
These cards were a reminder that growth and healing don’t have to happen overnight. They’re a process and one that asks us to be patient and present. I mean its only taken 57 years to get to this point, what’s the rush…seriously, I need to get with it!
The Power of Nurturing
With the help of Rachel’s guide and prompts it’s time to remember the poser of nurturing and how it plays with the heart Chakra. I think about the last time I truly felt nurtured. When a conversation held space for me, no interruptions, no unsolicited advice, just presence. It felt like an unexpected hug from the universe, arriving exactly when I needed it. Those moments stick with me, much like finding a forgotten $20 bill in an old coat pocket. What’s more, it felt rare, delightful, and an undeniably kiss from the Universe.
On the other hand, there are the times when I longed for care and didn’t receive it. You know the kind of feeling, that kind of longing which sits heavy, similar to craving fries and realizing the drive-thru line is stretching into eternity. Instead of honoring my need, I often tried to override it. I poured into others even more, hoping (like trying to fill a sinkhole with a teaspoon) that somehow, giving would replenish what was missing within me. It doesn’t
However, as I sit with these reflections, I realize something important; being strong doesn’t mean ignoring my own needs. Strength is knowing when to soften, when to receive, and when to say, I deserve this too.
So today, I’m flipping the script. Instead of placing myself last, I’m choosing to nurture myself with the same care and intention that I give so freely to others. Not only is it necessary, but it’s also a reminder that balance isn’t selfish. It’s essential.
And who knows? Maybe today is the day I learn that offering myself grace feels just as good as rediscovering that $20. Except this time, the wealth stays with me.
Heart Chakra Affirmation
I speak from my heart.
Love is enduring and already mine.
Shining with love, my soul is well.
Affirmations are more than just words. They are declarations of intention, shaping the way I perceive myself and the world around me. When spoken with sincerity and consistency, they create new pathways in the mind, reinforcing love, worthiness, and healing. And when it comes to the Heart Chakra, affirmations become a bridge. One that connects me to both giving and receiving love. Each time I say, “I am worthy of love,” or “My heart is open to joy,” I am sending ripples of energy through my being, strengthening my ability to embrace compassion, deepen connections, and release lingering grief. The Heart Chakra thrives on balance, and affirmations are one of the simplest ways to bring that harmony into focus, guiding me toward a love that feels expansive, abundant, and deeply rooted.
Heart Chakra Recipe: Green Goddess Bliss Bowl
Since the Heart Chakra thrives on green foods, here’s a nourishing recipe to support its energy:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup steamed broccoli
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- A squeeze of fresh lime juice
- A drizzle of olive oil
- A pinch of sea salt & black pepper
Instructions:
- Toss all ingredients into a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
- Sprinkle with seeds, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently and enjoy!
This bowl is packed with heart-healing nutrients, grounding energy, and a little extra love.
The Dance Between Giving and Receiving
If there’s one thing this journey with the Heart Chakra keeps teaching me, it’s this, love is a balance. It’s the delicate, ever-shifting rhythm between pouring into others and making sure my own cup isn’t running on empty.
Loving myself isn’t selfish. It’s necessary. It’s the foundation that allows me to love others fully, without resentment, exhaustion, or the expectation that someone else will make up for what I refuse to give myself. And loving others isn’t about sacrifice. No, it’s about connection. It’s about choosing to open up, even when it feels vulnerable, even when the world tells me to protect my heart at all costs.
And then there are the little joys, the tiny adventures that come with learning about the heart. Like the warmth of a perfectly steeped cup of tea, the thrill of a deep belly laugh, or the quiet certainty of knowing I am loved, simply because I exist.
This journey isn’t about mastering love. It’s about experiencing it. All it’s messy, radiant, imperfect, and very real moments in this adventure we call life.
So, here’s to balance, to nurturing, to noticing, and most of all, to loving, fully and freely, without hesitation. 💚