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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