Solar Plexus Chakra: Centre of Power

The Manipura Chakra (the solar plexus chakra) is the third and last of the lower centres in the main chakra system. This is the centre of power, the sacred fire of will, discipline, and inner light. It is the portal of accessing our sense of individul self, our personal power, will, drive and determination. It gives us the confidence to be our authentic selves, and the courage to over come our fears. This inner fire provides the light to see the possibilities that are yet to manifest and the opportunity to transform that which stands in our way of those magical opportunities into a guiding light for our soul. The ability to tap into this sacred force of power requires us to step out of our comfort zones and lean into the unknown.

The solar plexus chakra is located in the upper abdominal region containing the digestive organs, and symbolizing our ability to digest life. It is connected to the element of fire which symbolizes inner alchemy, the illumination of spirit, and our sense of sight which is deeply connected to our intuition. It holds our ego, our individual identity, and therefore the illusion of duality and individuality. Keep in mind that the ego is not all bad, as it is often portrayed, it provides us with beautiful opportunities to experience duality within ourselves in order to experience our true self as consciousness and play out our karmic contracts.

If you are experiencing a poor sense of self and identity, low energy, lack of will and discipline, a victim mentality, poor digestion, anger, aggression, the need for control of your external environment, struggling with your ego, over competitiveness, or hyperactivity then this portal of power is out of its optimal balance and vibrational frequency.

Here are 3 things you can do to bring health and balance to your Manipura Chakra:

1. Practice Sun Salutations while worshiping the divine light of the sun and all its wisdom.

2. Meditate on your internal flame and connect to your inner light.

3. Create a personal power affirmation. "I stand in my power".

When your solar plexus chakra is in a healthy state you will feel your inner fire lighting you up from the inside out. You will have a healthy sense of self, confidence, and courage to continuously grow out of your comfort zone. You will feel free to stand in your light and be your authentic and playful self.