Have you ever experienced that sensation of your emotions being confined within your chest, weighing you down following a heartbreak, loss, or significant disappointment in life? The aftermath of a broken heart can leave us feeling emotionally stagnant, disrupting our ability to process our experiences, progress and cultivate genuine relationships where we feel secure enough to be open and vulnerable once again.
In the realm of yoga psychology, the chest, where Anahata Chakra is located, is a symbol of vulnerability and love. When we undergo heartbreak, grief, or loss, this area often tightens as a defensive mechanism, physically manifesting our emotional pain. Some refer to this as “broken heart syndrome” or “emotional
