Manipura, "lustrous gem," the third chakra

The Third Chakra: Power

Published on August 14, 2011

Manipura, meaning “lustrous gem,” is the third chakra and is located at the solar plexus (between belly button and bottom of rib cage). It is symbolized by the color yellow and a triangle within a lotus with ten petals. Its issues are personal power, self esteem, willfulness and energy, and it is related to the metabolic and digestive systems. A healthy balance in the Manipura Chakra would be shown as having motivation, purpose, and confidence.

Affirmation:

May I be able to honor myself, be who I am in the world, and express that power without fear.

Yoga Poses to Activate this Chakra:

Bow
Seated forward bend
Upward boat
Inclined plane
Warrior I
Warrior II
Half circle

Yoga Practices to Activate this Chakra:

Mudra: Surya
Mantra: Ram
Yoga Path: Karma

 

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2 responses to “The Third Chakra: Power”

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    Mika

    I really like the affirmations. Thank you!

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    Bridgette

    I like the affirmations it has changed my mornings

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Timothy Burgin is a Kripalu & Pranakriya trained yoga instructor living and teaching in Asheville, NC. Timothy has studied and taught many styles of yoga and has completed a 500-hour Advanced Pranakriya Yoga training. Timothy has been serving as the Executive Director of YogaBasics.com since 2000. He has authored two yoga books and has written over 500 articles on the practice and philosophy of yoga. Timothy is also the creator of Japa Mala Beads and has been designing and importing mala beads since 2004.
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