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The Solar Plexus Chakra (yellow)

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"Radiate your power in the world," could say the solar plexus chakra. Characterized by the expression of will, personal power, and mental abilities, the energy of the third chakra or Manipura in Sanskrit is mobilized when we assert ourselves in the world. Discover its key characteristics and how to make the most of this powerful energy center.

Introducing the Solar Plexus or Manipura chakra

Let's start by exploring the basics, including the location, color, and symbol of the solar plexus chakra. Then, we are going to look at possible signs of I'm balance in the third chakra and how to restore its balance to its optimal state.

Chakra Key Elements

First, we're going to look at the Solar Plexus chakra basics:

Location: In the solar plexus area (upper part of the belly, where your diaphragm rests); it is the third chakra from the bottom in the traditional system counting 7 chakras

Color: Yellow (higher frequencies of this chakra can turn into golden yellow)

Symbol: A circle with 10 petals in which is inscribed a downward-pointing triangle

Original name in Sanskrit: Manipura

Element: Fire

Additional elements used in modern energy healing practices are healing crystals and aromatherapy. If you're curious, here's a list of the most common ones:

Solar plexus chakra healing stones: tiger's eye, yellow tourmaline

Essential oils: Chamomile, bergamot, cedarwood, rosemary are amongst the most popular soothing oils

Main Chakra Meanings

The main meanings associated with the third chakra are:

Will, personal power

Taking responsibility for one's life, taking control

Mental abilities, the intellect

Forming personal opinions and beliefs

Making decisions, setting the direction

Clarity of judgments

Personal identity, personality

Self-assurance, confidence

Self-discipline

Independence

When the solar plexus chakra is open, and the energy in this center is balanced, these functions naturally find a clear and effortless outlet. However, in case the flow of energy is disturbed, whether because the Manipura chakra is overactive or blocked, symptoms may range from energetic and emotional to physical.

Chakra Element: Fire

The Manipura chakra is traditionally related to the element of fire, though some contemporary healing movements connect it to the element of air. It has a connection with the sun, heat, the energy of light, all forms of power.

Chakra Color: Yellow

The Solar Plexus chakra is most commonly represented with the color yellow. Since it's associated with the element of fire, it is also sometimes depicted with yellowish red.

Chakra Location: Solar Plexus

The most commonly accepted location for the third chakra is at the solar plexus level, between the navel and the lower part of the chest. That's why it's often referred to as the "solar plexus chakra." Some traditions place it more loosely in the navel area.

Closely connected to the digestive system, especially the gastric and hypogastric plexi, its main function is to help transform matter into energy to fuel your body. It governs metabolism and is commonly associated with the pancreas.

Chakra Symbol

The main elements of the Solar Plexus chakra symbol are:

A circle with ten petals

An downward-pointing triangle
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he inverted triangle represents the fire element and the transformative power of this energy center. Fire turns matter into energy that can be used to propel, move forward. The ten petals are often represented with the color blue, like the blue color of the flame.

What does Sanskrit name "Manipura" mean?

The most common Sanskrit name for the Solar Plexus chakra is "Manipura", which means "city of jewels" or "seat of gems".

The third chakra is also referred to as:

Solar Plexus chakra

Manipura

Manipurak

Nabhi

The "power chakra"
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he word "nabhi" can be translated as "navel".

What the Solar Plexus chakra is known for

The Solar Plexus chakra is associated with the following psychological and behavioral functions:

Expression of will

Intellectual abilities

The "accounting mind" that categorizes everything, assesses the pluses and minuses in life

Personal power

Ability to establish ideas and plans into reality

At higher levels, it conveys wisdom
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he main function of this energy center is to provide actual momentum to move forward and realize personal desires and intentions in the world. It plays a fundamental role in the development of personal power. It feeds one's direction in life and the actions taken in order to reach your goals. It influences preoccupations about social status and self-image.

Signs your Solar Plexus chakra may be out of balance

On one side, a balanced solar plexus chakra makes it easy to find balance between your personal power and harmonious relationships with others; on the other side, an imbalanced third chakra could undermine your self-esteem and social life.

When the Solar Plexus chakra is balanced, you may:

Be assertive

Exert your will in a way that leads to the expected results somewhat effortlessly

Have harmonious relationships with your surrounding

Imbalances in the third chakra can manifest as:

Excessive control and authority over your environment and people

Or the opposite in case of deficiency or blocked energy: Feeling of helplessness, irresponsibility

Being obsessed with minute details, seeing life through a filter of plus and minuses while losing sight of the whole picture

Being manipulative

Misusing your power

Lack of clear direction, lack of purpose or ambition

Making plans or having a lot of ideas without finding efficient ways to realize them

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