☀️ Chakra Three: Solar Plexus (Manipura)

Power • Confidence • Will

Located at the upper abdomen, the Solar Plexus is the seat of personal power, identity, and motivation. This is the fire that gets us out of bed in the morning.

You’ve already been exploring this in class — breath of fire, twists, radiating light outward — which is such a powerful way to activate Manipura.

Signs of Imbalance

Excess / Overactive Solar Plexus

• Control issues
• Aggression
• Perfectionism
• Burnout

Depleted / Underactive Solar Plexus

• Low self-esteem
• Indecision
• Fear of taking action
• Digestive issues
• Slouched posture

Movements to Balance the Solar Plexus

• Boat Pose (Navasana)
• Twists (Revolved Chair, Seated Twist)
• Plank Variations
• Warrior III
• Horse Pose with strong breath
• Core strengthening flows

Encourage strong gaze (drishti) and upright posture.

Breathwork

• Kapalabhati (Breath of Fire)
• Breath retention after inhale to build inner heat
• Visualizing golden light expanding from the core

Journal Prompt

Where am I giving my power away — and where am I ready to reclaim it?