A discord or imbalance in the heart chakra will adversely effect all the other centers. A clearing of the heart chakra will improve the interaction of all the other centers. It is important to maintain a balance to all the energy centers so a healthy level of awareness is manifested in our everyday lives. If more concentration is given to the upper chakras, then the lower energy centers lose sensitivity and function. If more concentration is given to the lower chakras then the upper energy centers will become cloudy and not function properly as well.
Proper balance is the key.
As we begin this meditational, if you have a piece of rose quartz, get it now. If you don't have rose quartz, any of the stones that work for the heart chakra will work. Hold this in your receiving hand. Take some peaceful breaths of cleansing and renewal. Feel the breath draw life into the body and the spirit.