Before we delve into specifics about heart health; physical, emotional, energetic, and so on; it is important to understand its structure. Structure defines function.
From an anatomical stand point the heart is comprise of muscle, about the size of your closed fist on the left hand side of your body. For a fantastic diagram of the heart, its chambers, arteries and veins click here.
From an emotional perspective the heart is the seat of emotion; it is where we feel our feelings. Click here for more information.
Energetically the heart chakra is the bridge between the lower physical chakras and the higher spiritual ones. For more information click here.
We will look at all of these and more in greater detail the days to come.
Happy healthy heart!