The Power of The Manipura Chakra

The "lustrous gem", or Manipura in Sanskrit, is the third chakra. It is the seat of self-esteem, power, and intuition. This chakra has 10 petals. In numerology, 10 can be reduced to the number 1, which means "the beginning". This means that the third chakra roots from the beginning of action which is thought. This chakra vibrates in the key of "D", hence chanting the mantra "ram" or "aum" will help open it. This chakra vibrates with the colors yellow to gold. When you see a stoplight, you'll see the color yellow in between the colors red which means stop, and green which means go. Yellow is there to represent caution, wherein drivers are cautioned to slow down because the lights are about to turn red. In a deeper sense, yellow tells you to take caution with all your actions. Hence this chakra serves as your warning and your sense of control. It is also known as the Ego.

The Ego balances the Id, which is your "pleasure principle", and the Superego, which is your "morality principle". This means that this chakra allows you to indulge in your desires in a non-excessive manner. This chakra is governed by the element of fire. Fire symbolizes anger, power, and desire. It is also often painted in the color yellow. Fire is one of the greatest inventions of man. It keeps you warm through the cold nights and cooks your food. However, fire, if not controlled, can consume everything in its path. Your desire for power can be similar to fire. Power is a wonderful thing to have because it gives you security and a sense of purpose. However, power can also back fire.

Throughout history, dictators and monarchs all over the world have been overthrown because of their intolerable need for power. Opening the third chakra gives you the power to turn your dreams into reality. It gives you the ability to excel and be recognized. And being the Ego, This chakra also gives you control over all the aspects of your life. It can even give you the ability to control your own fate. This chakra is situated at your solar plexus which is the area between your sternum and navel. That's why this chakra also gives you your sense of intuition, or better known as your "gut feeling". This allows you to make decisions based on what you believe is right, which is another sign that you have control over your future. However, this chakra can also be over stimulated or under stimulated. Over stimulation of this chakra makes you power-hungry. It also makes you over sensitive to criticisms about your work. When translated to physical symptoms, over stimulation of this chakra can lead to the inflammation of your abdominal organs (such as pancreatitis or hepatitis), chronic ulcers, and anorexia.

Under stimulation on the other hand can cause you to feel powerless. You become unable to make even the simplest of decisions because you fear the possibility of rejection. In terms of physical symptoms, a blocked one can actually lead to diabetes, intestinal obstructions, and indigestion. To clear your this chakra, you have to learn how to balance your sense of control with your pleasures. Allot some time off work and spend it for yourself and your family. Do not be afraid of making mistakes because those will be your stepping stones to success. You can also try exercising this chakra by dancing. Dances such as the twist or belly dancing can help balance this chakra. In yoga, Sun salutations, twists, and warrior poses are often done to spark up this chakra. In terms of food, the this chakra can be nourished by eating grains, pastas, and dairy products. Power is something that many people desire to have. However, an excess of power can be blinding, and it can make you lose sight of the important things in life. Learn to balance your third chakra so as not to make this costly mistake.

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Yamaya Cruz is the author of "When The Shadows Began To Dance."
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