Chanting

My voice is heard.

If you’re new to chanting, you can start with learning to tone 'OM' and the sound for each chakra. At first, practice chanting on your own to gain a level of comfort:

Crown chakra—OM Third-eye chakra—OM Throat chakra—HAM Heart chakra—YAM Solar-plexus chakra—RAM Sacral chakra—VAM Root chakra—LAM

Experiment with different tones, noticing which ones come easily or feel challenging. Free yourself from worrying about how you sound; allow your unique voice to resonate and express itself!

When you're ready to go deeper and experience the sensation of chanting in a group, look for local singing, chanting, or kirtan events. Most yoga studios will include chanting as part of the practice, typically at the beginning or the end of the class.

You can also pioneer the effort within your community and gather some loved ones who are willing to chant with you. This activity is especially fun to try in an enclosed space that has a loud echo or outside surrounded by beautiful nature.

What blocks, real or imagined, prevent you from chanting? What practical steps can you take to eliminate these blocks?