The most prominent characteristic in the third eye chakra relates to the knowledge of being.  This is said to be the most apparent when one is between the ages of thirty five  and forty two.  Recognizing things is another aspect that is apparent with the third eye chakra.  Many who have psychic abilities and high intuition are said to have an open third eye.  When it is open, the aura is likened to the ninety-six petal lotus.  The color of the aura associated with the third eye is indigo.  Yellow and violet may also mix with this aura. 

How to activate the third eye

When a Reiki practitioner is sending universal energies to this area or clearing a blockage, they will gently place their hands above the eyes and on the forehead.  They will then move in a circular motion in order to release old energies and let universal energies in.  For females, the movement is a clockwise circulation, and for males, this is counter-clockwise. 

Other methods can also be used in relation to this healing method.  In Reiki toning, the note of ‘A’ may be used on the mantra of ‘Ksham’.  The vibration used in this sound will open up the energies to the universal energy.  The aromas of mint and jasmine may also be used when clearing this chakra.  Gemstones that may be placed on this area include lapis lazuli, indigo sapphire and sodalities.  All of these will send energies to the brow chakra to help in releasing the negative energies and opening the third eye to higher consciousness. 

Many times, when one needs healing with their pituitary gland they will work on sending energies through the third eye chakra, as they are known to both be connected.  After someone has been through this healing, they may remain in a half awake state of mind for at least four hours.  They may also experience visions of the night time sky as a direct relation to the third eye chakra. 

When opening the third eye chakra to the universal energies through Reiki healing, it allows one to move to a level of deeper understandings and mental states.  Through the different techniques that are used, one will easily be able to open the third eye chakra to the universe.