Solar Plexus Chakra
This
chakra is known as the power chakra which is located in the solar plexus. It
rules our personal power, will, and autonomy as well as our metabolism. When
healthy, this chakra brings us energy, effectiveness, spontaneity and non-dominating
power. It is located above the navel; it corresponds to the solar plexus in the
physical body. This chakra opens the channels of power and acts like a radiant
sun, storing power and energy for future use.
Sanskrit Name:
Manipura
Meaning: Lusturous Gem
Location: between navel and base of
sternum
Body Parts: digestive system- liver,
stomach, gall bladder, small
intestine and Muscles
Glands: Pancreas
Function: power, will, pro-activity
Element: Fire
Color: yellow
Balanced Characteristics: responsible,
reliable, effective will, good self-esteem, warmth in personality, confidence,
spontaneity, playfulness, sense of humor, appropriate self-discipline, sense of
one’s own personal power , able to meet challenges
Deficiency: low energy, weak will,
easily manipulated, poor self-discipline and follow through, low self-esteem,
attraction to stimulants, victim mentality, blaming others, passive, unreliable
Physical Malfunctions: eating
disorders, digestive disorders, ulcers, hypoglycemia, diabetes, muscle spasms,
muscular disorders, chronic fatigue, hypertension, disorders of stomach,
pancreas, gall bladder, liver
Excess: overly aggressive,
dominating, controlling, need to be right, manipulative, power hungry,
attraction to sedatives, temper tantrums, overly-driving ambition, arrogant,
hyperactivity
Healing strategy: deep relaxation,
vigorous exercise
Key words: action, energy, drive,
heat, definite, confident, yang, warrior, transformation, autonomy, purposeful,
individual, power
Affirmations: I honor myself.
I offer my light and
service to the world.
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