Chakra Series: How to Unblock Your Crown Chakra and Reconnect + 6 Things That Could Be Causing the Block
- Hayley Hunt
- Oct 14
- 3 min read
If I’ve ever told you there was a lot of energy around your crown chakra, then this blog is for you. Read on to discover how to unblock your crown chakra and open yourself to spiritual alignment, peace, and divine connection.
During your Reiki treatment, I always provide feedback; what energy I felt around you, where it’s stored, which chakra may be blocked, and what that means for your wellbeing. You may also notice I place specific healing crystals around your head when energy feels disconnected or stagnant.
This guide is a simple, beginner-friendly way to understand your crown chakra, why it becomes blocked, and how to gently clear and realign it to reconnect with universal energy.
What Is the Crown Chakra?
The crown chakra (Sahasrara) is the seventh and final of the seven main chakras that run along your spine. It represents spiritual connection, enlightenment, and divine consciousness. This chakra is your energetic gateway to higher awareness and universal energy.
Sanskrit name: Sahasrara
Position: Top of the head (crown)
Colour: Violet or white
Element: Thought/Consciousness
Crystals: Clear Quartz, Amethyst, Selenite, Apophyllite, Howlite
Body areas: Brain, head, senses, nervous system, pineal gland
When your crown chakra is open and balanced, you feel deeply peaceful, spiritually connected, and guided by something greater than yourself. When it’s blocked, you may feel lost, disconnected, or unsure of your life’s purpose.
6 Things That Could Cause a Crown Chakra Block
Crown chakra blockages often stem from:
Disconnection from spirituality or faith
Feeling lost or directionless in life
Overactive mind or constant stress
Neglecting meditation or self-reflection
Holding onto control instead of trusting the flow
Emotional exhaustion or burnout
Signs of a Blocked Crown Chakra
Physical symptoms might include:
Head tension or headaches
Fatigue or brain fog
Sensitivity to light or sound
Insomnia or irregular sleep
Emotional symptoms can include:
Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
Questioning your purpose or path
Difficulty trusting in divine timing
A sense of emptiness or isolation
If you’re feeling out of touch with your intuition, spirituality, or purpose, don’t worry, there are gentle, effective ways to unblock your crown chakra and restore connection.
How to Unblock Your Crown Chakra
The key word here is connection; to your higher self, to the universe, and to something greater than your mind can define.
Feeling lost? Pause and breathe.
Feeling disconnected? Open your heart and allow energy to flow.
How to Unblock Your Crown Energy
Meditate daily or as often as you can: Even 5 minutes of stillness reconnects you to your higher self.
Practice mindfulness: Stay present and aware.
Journal your thoughts: Release mental clutter and make space for higher guidance.
Spend quiet time in nature: Stillness in natural settings reconnects you to universal energy.
Set intentions: However you connect to Source, make it part of your daily practice.
Listen to your intuition. The more you practice mindfulness and meditation, the more you'll recognise your intuition.
Visualise violet or white light expanding from your crown outward in all directions.
How to Unblock Your Crown Chakra with Reiki
Reiki healing is one of the most powerful ways to unblock your crown chakra.
During a session, Reiki energy flows through the crown, clearing energetic blockages, calming the mind, and reconnecting you to your higher self.
Many clients describe feeling a sense of oneness, deep peace, or tingling sensations above their head; all signs the crown chakra is opening and aligning with universal energy again.
Using Sound & Vibration for Crown Chakra Healing
Sound therapy helps clear stagnant energy and raise your vibration. Try:
A B-note singing bowl, resonating with the crown chakra frequency
963 Hz frequency music, known to awaken spiritual connection and higher consciousness
Yoga Poses to Unblock the Crown Chakra
Gentle, inward-focused yoga poses help open the crown chakra:
Corpse Pose (Savasana)
Lotus Pose (Padmasana)
Supported Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)
Affirmations for Crown Chakra Healing
Repeat these affirmations regularly:
“I am connected to the Divine.”
“I trust in the flow of the Universe.”
“I am guided, protected, and supported.”
“My crown chakra is open and aligned with Source energy.”
How to Unblock Your Crown Chakra with Crystals
To unblock your crown chakra with crystals, place them above your head during meditation or Reiki, or keep them nearby while you rest. Try:
Clear Quartz for spiritual clarity and connection
Amethyst for peace and higher wisdom
Selenite for cleansing and divine light
Consistency Is the Secret
Once your crown chakra begins to open, nurture your connection through meditation and using the above techniques.
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