The solar plexus chakra is symbolic of the fire that burns within us. Its named for the Roman sun god Sol and the Latin word Plexus meaning interwoven. It acts as a powerful gatekeeper between our heart and sacral chakra and is the place of our innate desire to maintain equilibrium. Its desire is to protect and balance our personal power with our peaceful nature.

The Sanskrit word Manipura means, “lustrous jewel”. The solar plexus shines as a place of vitality, confidence, courage and joy. Our greatest gifts can often be found hiding within our fears. The Solar Plexus can shine light onto our shadows to reveal the wisdom that hides within us. By understanding our shadows, we can embrace our truth and move through our fears.

Solar Plexus Chakra – Mythic Body

Sanskrit: Manipura (lustrous jewel)

Color: Yellow

Location: Upper Abdomen

Body System: Digestive System

Goals: Vital, confident, joyful, powerful and sweet.

Practice: Integrity, be mindful of your actions and thoughts, transparency, stop hiding from yourself. Transform negative thoughts into positive statements. Believe in yourself.

Impacts: Betrayal, rejection, disempowered or dishonored.

Physical Imbalance: Ulcers, acid reflux, indigestion.

Emotional Imbalance: Lack of confidence or willpower. Feeling apathetic, joyless, unempowered or overly aggressive.

Archetype: Hummingbird, dragonfly or butterfly – mythic.

Direction: North (World of our ancestors and spirit guides).

Perceptual State: Mythic World. Impossible is possible.

Plant Ally: Oak for confidence, stability and strength

Essential Oils: Lemon, Basil, Grapefruit, Juniper, Fennel, Cardamom and Nag Champa Flower.

Foods: Complex carbohydrates, legumes, sweet potatoes, whole grain breads, pastas, cereals for energy and strength.

Stones & Crystals: Tiger Eye, Yellow Amber, Citrine, Gold, Gold Calcite, Topaz, Yellow Jade, Gold Quartz, Pyrite.

Sacred Geometry: Seed of Life

Platonic Solid: Tetrahedron

Element: Fire

Sacred Belief: Internal Agni (Fire) of Hinduism.

Consciousness: Unconscious Self

Message: Healthy foods and plenty of water fuel our energy source. It is important to feed our soul with positive intentions.  Feel the warmth growing within as we radiate love and compassionate courage to the world.

“As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same” – Marianne Williamson

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