The Reiki Club Blog: Signs that your Solar Plexus Chakra is blocked

The Solar Plexus Chakra, also known as the Manipura Chakra, is the third chakra in the chakra system. This energy center governs our ability to be confident, assertive, and make decisions from a place of inner wisdom. It is also the key to unlocking our personal power and building a strong sense of self. 

However, when this chakra is out of balance, we may experience feelings of insecurity, self-doubt, and a lack of direction in life. The good news is that with the help of yogic techniques, we can bring our chakra back into balance and tap into our inner power once again.

In this Solar Plexus Chakra guide, you will learn all about the Manipura Chakra, its characteristics, signs and symptoms, and how to heal it with powerful yogic techniques like affirmations, meditation, and yoga poses.

What Is the Solar Plexus (Manipura Chakra)?

The third energy center of the body is the Manipura Chakra, or the Solar Plexus Chakra. The Manipura Chakra spreads the fire element in your body which brings energy, warmth, and light. This is also the energy center of the Samana vayu or samana prana, which is the energy of digestion. Intellect, ego, willpower, and aggression are also common qualities of the third chakra.

Where Is the Solar Plexus Chakra Located?

The Solar Plexus Chakra location is four fingerbreadths above the navel, just below the rib cage. To be more precise, it's on the line from the end of the sternum to the navel in the solar plexus. 

What Is the Meaning of the Solar Plexus Chakra?

‘Mani’ means the shining gem and ‘pura’ means the place, so Manipura literally translates to “place of shining gem”. Fire is the shiniest element of all the five elements, and the Solar Plexus Chakra is the energy center of fire. Therefore, the third chakra is called the place of fire, or Manipura Chakra.

What Is the Solar Plexus Chakra Responsible for?

The Manipura Chakra is the energy center of the fire element and fire prana (samana). It receives the element from the sun and the food containing heat and samana energy. 

When the third chakra is in balance, you feel confident, self-motivated, and have a sense of purpose. However, when surrounded by negative energy, you can suffer from low self-esteem and have control issues. Imbalances can also cause fatigue, overeating, excessive weight gain, digestive system disorders, hypoglycemia, and diabetes.

Characteristics of the Solar Plexus Chakra

Color: Yellow

The color associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra is yellow. As the chakras get their color from the element which surround them, Manipura Chakra reflects the yellow color of the fire element. This color symbolizes energy, intellect, and the connection you have with the fire and the sun. 

The yellow chakra also represents youth, new beginnings, and re-birth. Yellow connects us with knowledge and intellect. So, if you are drawn to the color yellow, it could indicate intellectual pursuits.

Element: Fire

The element of the Solar Plexus Chakra is fire or Agni. We receive fire from the sun in the form of heat. We get it directly from the sunlight but also from the foods which absorb sunlight. Fire activates the prana samana which is the life force required for digestion and metabolism. As a result, the fire energy is very important for our digestion and ability to absorb nutrients.

The element of fire ignites the light of consciousness that motivates us to strive towards success and good health. Spending too much time on the third chakra can cause burn out. However, not developing it can leave you feeling weak, fearful, and inert. The love and happiness that we feel in our hearts actually originate in the third chakra and rise from there to the heart chakra.

Manipura Chakra & Emotions

The fire element is represented in the body as heat or Agni. At the center of the physical and astral body, the Manipura Chakra attracts prana and manages this life energy in order to balance the body and mind. Excessive fire energy here can create impulsive reactions such as anger and aggression, which is a sign of a blocked Solar Plexus Chakra.

The emotions associated with this energy center are excitement, happiness, depression, and anger. Some other qualities include: 

• Intellect
• Clarity
• Willpower
• Assertiveness
• Discipline
• Self-confidence
• Aggression

Intellect & the Solar Plexus Chakra

The Solar Plexus Chakra plays a key role as our intellectual center. It's where our ability to think critically and analyze situations lives. We're all equipped with a hearty dose of intellect, yet without a balanced Solar Plexus Chakra, we might find ourselves struggling to properly think things through.

An imbalance here allows our base instincts, governed by the lower chakras like the Root and Sacral Chakra, to overshadow our rational thoughts. This can lead to overwhelming feelings of fear and insecurity, skewing our perceptions. For instance, if we're feeling insecure and upset, our judgment gets clouded, and we tend to see and hear only what we want, rather than the reality of the situation.

On the flip side, when this chakra is in harmony, we're able to approach life's challenges with clarity and freedom from our ego and desires. This balance allows us to process information and make decisions with a clear mind.

When the Solar Plexus is Blocked

Low Self-Esteem 

When the solar plexus is blocked, you may struggle with low self-esteem and a lack of self-worth. You might constantly doubt your abilities and question your value.

Insecurity

An imbalanced solar plexus can lead to feelings of insecurity and an inability to assert oneself. This can result in difficulties in standing up for one's beliefs and needs.

Indecisive

Those with a blocked solar plexus often find it challenging to make decisions. You may fear making the wrong choices and, as a result, become indecisive.

Procrastination

Blocked energy in this area can lead to procrastination and an inability to take action. People might have big dreams and ideas but struggle to turn them into reality.

Lack of Confidence

A lack of confidence is a common sign of a blocked solar plexus. This can manifest as hesitancy to take on new challenges or a fear of failure.

Control Issues

Some individuals with a blocked solar plexus may develop control issues. They may become overly controlling in an attempt to compensate for their own feelings of powerlessness.

Digestive Problems and Diet

The solar plexus is closely linked to the digestive system. Imbalances in this chakra can lead to digestive issues, which can further contribute to mental and emotional discomfort. There are foods that nourish the Solar plexus to help bring in balance. These are foods that are yellow and include bananas, lemons, pineapples, corn, and yellow capsicum.

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