🔆 The Solar Plexus Chakra
Balance your personal power, self-worth, and inner fire.
The Solar Plexus Chakra, also known as the Manipura Chakra, is the third energy center in the 7-chakra system. Located about two inches above the navel, this chakra is the seat of your confidence, self-worth, personal power, and decision-making ability. It also plays a major role in digestive health and how you process life both physically and emotionally.
⚖️ Signs of a Balanced Solar Plexus Chakra
When your solar plexus chakra is aligned, you might notice:
- Confidence in yourself and your abilities
- Strong decision-making skills
- Healthy boundaries
- Motivation and a sense of purpose
- Balanced energy and good digestion
🚫 Signs of an Imbalanced Solar Plexus Chakra
Underactive:
- Low self-esteem or insecurity
- Difficulty making decisions
- Feeling powerless or unmotivated
- Digestive issues, fatigue
Overactive:
- Controlling behavior
- Perfectionism
- Anger or irritability
- Stomach tension or nausea
🎨 Color Therapy for the Solar Plexus
The solar plexus chakra is associated with the color yellow, which represents clarity, warmth, and empowerment. Try these simple ways to restore balance:
- Meditate with a yellow crystal (like citrine or yellow calcite) placed over your solar plexus
- Wear yellow clothing or accessories with intention
- Carry yellow crystals, like citrine or yellow jasper in your pocket or as jewelry
- Eat yellow foods like bananas, corn, ginger, or pineapple to nourish the energy of this chakra
🧘♀️ Simple Visualization
Sit comfortably and place your hands just above your navel. Close your eyes and imagine a golden-yellow sun glowing brightly in this area. With every inhale, feel it expand with warmth and confidence. With every exhale, release any doubt or fear. Visualize this energy center spinning smoothly, radiating personal power and clarity.
🔊 Mantras for the Solar Plexus
- “I am confident and trust myself.”
- “I step into my power with ease.”
- “I am worthy, capable, and strong.”
Repeat these aloud or silently while placing your hands on your solar plexus during meditation or breathwork.
Journal Prompt
Think of a recent time when you doubted yourself or struggled with a decision:
- What did it feel like in your body?
- How would the version of you with full self-trust have handled it?
- What can you do to support your self-worth more in daily life?