26/06/2022
The solar plexus chakra, also called Manipura, is center of strength and balance, both physical and emotional.
On the physical side, the third chakra governs the stomach, liver, pancreas, spleen, gallbladder, colon, muscles, joints.
Physical imbalance symptoms may include: lack of appetite, improper processing of nutrients, constipation, Irritable bowl syndrome, eating disorders, ulcers, diabetes, pancreas, liver or colon diseases.
Emotionally speaking, one may struggle with self-acceptance, self-worth and self-confidence and display some aggressiveness, rigidity, overly controlling behavior, quick anger issues, a victim’s mentality, neediness, lack of direction, excessive fear or lack of courage, poor self-esteem, stagnation or inertia feelings, mental fog...
Here are steps you can take to restore balance.
THINK (AND SEE) YELLOW
To contribute to third chakra's alignment, Incorporate yellow and gold, into your life by wearing them, decorating your space with them, or creating intentional healing art with these colors.
BRING STONES IN YOUR LIFE
The solar plexus chakra is associated with the color yellow, and tied as a result with yellow gemstones which can support its healing: citrine, amber, sunstone, yellow jasper, golden tiger eye, yellow jade, golden calcite, yellow topaz.
HEALING YELLOW FOODS
Adding the following to your diet or increasing the amount you eat can help activate your chakra:
squash, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, lentils, yellow and orange peppers, lemons, corn, yellow pears, golden apples, brown rice, oats, spelt.
AFFIRMATIONS
I love and accept myself.
I respect and honor myself.
I can achieve anything I desire.
I believe in myself.
I deserve to be loved and respected by those around me.
ESSENTIAL OILS
The essential oils associated with Manipura are generally warm and a bit spicy: chamomile, lemon, ginger, black pepper, cinnamon, clove.
MEDITATION EXERCISES
Try imagining a bright yellow flower opening over your navel. A glowing golden ball of light or a burning flame are also good meditations for opening Manipura.