Continuing our journey through the chakras, this week we explore the Solar Plexus Chakra—a center of personal power, confidence, and inner fire. This chakra radiates warmth, empowerment, and nurturing energy, guiding us toward self-assurance and strength in our daily lives.
Located between the navel and sternum, the solar plexus chakra is deeply connected to the diaphragm, which plays a key role in breathing and energetic flow. Various traditions recognize this energy center in different ways—Tai massage it’s called the hara, while traditional Chinese medicine refers to it as dantian. Regardless of the name, this chakra holds the key to our willpower, motivation, and ability to take action.
The Symbolism & Energy of the Solar Plexus Chakra
The color yellow represents the solar plexus chakra, radiating warmth, creativity, and confidence. Its symbol is a ten-petaled lotus with a downward-pointing triangle, signifying transformation and the movement of energy from the lower chakras to higher states of consciousness.
This chakra governs personal identity, self-worth, and courage. When balanced, we feel strong, self-assured, and ready to take on challenges. However, imbalances can manifest in different ways:
- An overactive solar plexus chakra may lead to controlling tendencies, perfectionism, or being overly judgmental.
- An underactive solar plexus chakra can result in low self-esteem, lack of motivation, or excessive dependence on others’ validation.
Physically, imbalances in this chakra may cause digestive issues, stomach ulcers, bloating, or tension in the diaphragm. Since it also governs muscles, an imbalanced solar plexus can contribute to muscle fatigue, weakness, or difficulty standing in one’s power.
Personal Reflection & Connection
Over the past week, I’ve noticed how this chakra has been presenting itself in my life. I found myself reflecting on my willingness to share my true self. Was I holding back out of fear? Was I struggling with expressing my personal power? These are the ways the solar plexus chakra speaks to us, inviting us to step into our strength.
I have been using or utilizing a chakra oracle card deck that I have. In the deck each chakra has seven cards related to them. One of the solar plexus cards had a lion on it and I was drawn to it profoundly. It made me think of bravery, power, and courage. Oracle card decks have a booklet that comes with them and has a description/message with each card. Normally I would have looked up the meaning of the card in that booklet, but instead I was drawn to look up the spiritual meaning of a lion in my animal spirit guide book instead. The message that appeared to me in that book read:
“Hold your head up high and keep your dignity, no matter what you’re faced with. You are much stronger than you think and need to use your emotional strength.”
I find the universe speaks to us in mysterious ways. Thank you universe for the lovely message!
Healing & Balancing the Solar Plexus Chakra
To support and balance this chakra, here are some practices and tools:
Eat yellow foods – Bananas, corn, yellow peppers, and starchy foods such as potatoes help align with this chakra’s energy.
Use essential oils – Bergamot and cinnamon can be diffused, worn, or massaged into the skin. Cinnamon especially helps stimulate warmth and circulation.
Get a massage – The solar plexus chakra is linked to the muscles, particularly the soleus, known as the “second heart” because it helps pump blood from the lower limbs back to the heart. Massage can relieve tension and restore balance.
Carry citrine or sunstone – These yellow-hued crystals enhance confidence, digestion, and emotional strength.
Surround yourself with yellow – Wear yellow clothing, decorate your space with golden hues, or visualize a warm yellow light radiating from your solar plexus.
The solar plexus chakra is a powerful energy center that reminds us of our inner fire. By nurturing it, we step into our true strength, courage, and personal empowerment.
Struggling to share.
Feelings of not being seen.
Nurturing my inner child.
✨ Thank you for joining me on this empowering journey. Tune in next week as we explore the Heart Chakra! ✨
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