Manipura Chakra - The Navel Chakra

Centering, taking action, manifesting your will

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This chakra is your power center. It's name is Manipura, which means lustrous jewel. It is tied to your self-image and willpower.
  • LOCATION: Near the navel - above the beltline, below the sternum
  • ELEMENT: Fire      SENSE: Sight      COLOR: Yellow      MANTRA: RAM
  • ORGANS/ GLANDS:  Stomach, liver, spleen, pancreas / Thymus
  • BALANCED: You are physically and emotionally centered. Your commitment and integrity are unshakeable. You have a strong self-image and the stamina, resilience and perseverance to overcome life’s ups and downs. You distinguish between power and force, and have the will to pursue your life’s purpose.
  • UNBALANCED: You struggle with authority and are challenged by issues of control or freedom. You tend to be possessive, aggressive, territorial or egotistical or just the opposite - unable to exert your will or manifest your desires. Problems with digestion.
  • YOGA EXERCISES: Bhastrika pranayama, Uddhiyana Bandha, Nauli, Ego Eradicator Kriya, Dhanurasana (Bow) Twisting poses like Parvritta Utkatasana (Twisting chair) and Jathara Parivattasana (Supine Twist).