The Solar Plexus Chakra

The third chakra is known as the Solar Plexus chakra and is located at the base of the rib cage. It is associated with the color yellow and is the foundation of the mental body which enables us to pick up vibrations and essences from people, places and things. It also involves personal power, energy, self-control, emotional issues and issues of self-acceptance.

The Solar Plexus region, at the center of the body, is symbolic of the link between the upper (heaven) and lower (earth) parts of our being. It is the doorway between the self and the rest of the world where we allow entry of thoughts, criticisms, perceptions, opinions, stereotypes, judgements and so on. If we do not protect this energy center, we leave ourselves open to the thought forms that are around us.

The Solar Plexus is connected to the organs in the body responsible for transformative processes, namely the digestive system, encompassing the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, small intestines, liver and gallbladder. It also influences the muscles, metabolism and the nervous sytem.

Signs you might need to work on your Solar Plexus Chakra:

• If it is difficult for you to express your feelings freely.
• If you have a hard time recognizing goals and/or reaching them.
• If you give in to others too easily.
• If you have a hard time accepting criticism.
• If your emotions get the upper hand and you do things that you later regret.
• If you suffer from nightmares or insomnia.
• If you suffer from anxiety.
• If you are prone to stomach problems.
• If you have heartburn.
• If your stomach feels tight and cramped or you often feel queasy.
• If you are overweight or you suffer from eating disorders.
• If you have jealous or aggressive tendencies.

Color: Yellow

Functions: The center of personal power, ambition, intellect, astral force, desire, and emotions based on intellect and touch.

Glands/Organs: Gallbladder, pancreas, liver, digestive tract and stomach.

Affirmation: “Through the power of my will, I can reach any goal.”

Foods to Feed the Solar Plexus Chakra: Yellow, Tan and Golden-colored foods like bananas, grapefruits, lemons, pineapples, plantains, corn, giner, yellow bell peppers, yellow string beans, yellow summer squash, Yukon gold potatoes, Garbanzo beans, lentils, yellow split peas, Amaranth, brown rice, cornmeal, millet, Quinoa, whole grain breads and whole grain cereals.

Crystals/Stones: Amber, Chrysoberyl, Citrine, Green Calcite, Honey Quartz, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Topaz, Yellow Zircon