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Solar Plexus Chakra
Solar Plexus Chakra Symbology
Symbology
- 10 petals is symbolic number for starting new.
- 10 petals represent the vrittis: spiritual ignorance, thirst, jealousy, treachery, shame, fear, disgust, delusion, foolishness and sadness
- The center symbol is the letter for RAM the bija mantra
- The triangle represents the fire element and Shakti, the power of consciousness
General Information
The Location of the Solar plexus Chakra is the Solar Plexus which is right below the chest in the area by the stomach.
The Element & energy of the Solar Plexus Chakra is Fire & plasma energy state
The Color is Yellow
The Body parts & Organs are the Digestive system, liver, gall bladder, skin, muscles, pancreas, and adrenals
The Sense of the Solar Plexus Chakra is the sense of Sight
The activation Sounds are the Bija mantra Ram and the vowel sound ‘ah’ as in father
The Challenge of this Chakra is Shame
The Identity and rights of the Solar Plexus Chakra is the Ego identity and the right ‘to act’.
The Physical malfunctions that can occur from an unbalanced Solar Plexus Chakra is Eating disorders; digestive disorders, ulcers; hypoglycemia, diabetes; muscle spasms and disorders; chronic fatigue; hypertension; disorders of stomach, pancreas, gall bladder, liver
The Yoga Poses that can help to balance the Solar Plexus Chakra are Boat, locust, bow, sleeping tiger
The hand Mudra for supporting the fire element in the 3rd chakra is Matangi Mudra – strengthen the breath in the solar plexus and balances the energies of 3rd chakra. Interlace fingers in front of solar plexus and point both middle fingers with the tips touching. Breath into the solar plexus area
The Essential Oils for the Solar Plexus Chakra that support our positive self-image and help us identify with a sense of self-empowerment are frankincense, rose, myrrh, melissa, neroli, elemi, rosewood, sandalwood, chamomile, and rosemary. Essential oils that support the digestive tract are peppermint, black pepper, lavender, chamomile, lemon, ginger, cardamom, fennel, bergamot, and rosemary. Oils that lessen nervous tension which stresses the adrenal glands are basil, chamomile, lavender, cypress, hemp, bergamot, geranium, jasmine, marjoram, melissa, patchouli, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang
Other healing practices: Reiki bio-field clearing to release energy patterns of old trauma; Risk taking, grounding, and deep relaxation for excesses; vigorous exercise, martial arts, sit-ups, psychotherapy to build ego strength for deficiencies.
Affirmations can be used to support changes in thought patterns of self esteem. See affirmation section
Behavior Characteristics
Balanced Characteristics for Third Chakra:
Responsible,
Reliable
Good self-discipline
Positive sense of self
Confident warm energetic
Spontaneous,
playful,
humorous
Able to take risks
Excessive Characteristics:
Domination
Controlling
Competitive
Arrogant
Ambitious
Hyperactive
Stubborn
Compulsively driven
Use of sedatives
Healing:
- Food – no spicy foods, caffeine or other stimulants
- Activities – Meditate, breath deeply (especially when you exhale)
- Rest – take regular, relaxing vacations
- Feng Shui – soft colors and monochromatic themes create a calmer environment. Remove sharp cornered objects or plants with spiky leaves. Add more water in your environment.
Deficient Characteristics:
Passivity
Lack of energy
Poor digestion
Tendency to be cold
Tendency toward submission
Blaming
Low self-esteem,
Lack of confidence
Weak will,
Poor self-discipline
Use of stimulants
Healing:
- Increase the fire in your body – drink hot or warm drinks (avoid cold drinks), eat hot, cooked or spicy foods
- Risk taking – Practice taking risks. Start small and build. It’s like a muscle and it needs working out. Let go of perfectionism and having to ‘look good’.
- Strengthen the will – set daily goals that are reasonable and exercise your will to accomplish them.
- Physically – strengthen your abdominal muscles through yoga or other exercises.
- Feng Shui – bring more bright colors into your environment – paint, curtains, even what you ware. Also reds, orange and bright yellow bring more fire. High gloss paint reflects light and moves energy more than flat finishes. Add more light to your space – open blinds and add lights. Have living plants in your house will add to the movement of energy and increases fire energy.
Yoga Classes at the
Hidden Valley Zen Center
Sandra is offering mixed level yoga classes at the Zen Center on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 5:30 pm Pacific time Click here for more information.
Zoom Yoga Classes
Sherry is live on Zoom Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Click here for the schedule.