What is the 3rd Chakra?  

The Navel chakra or solar plexus is about confidence and feeling in control. It gives you a lot of self-esteem. You tend to be more outgoing, friendly and sure of yourself.

When the Navel chakra is under-active, you may be passive and indecisive. You're probably shy and unable to get what you want. If this chakra is over-active, you could be aggressive, domineering and feel the need to be in control of every situation 

SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA (Pancreas/Liver) (Yellow) (Manipura) (Coral):  Centre of inner wisdom.  This is Men's power centre and Seat of all emotions and feelings. The Third Chakra is the Mental Body. It is the Adrenal or Splendid Centre. The vibration of this centre is yellow. This is where your opinions and judgments form. The covering of the bone, or periostenum, vibrates yellow.  

THIRD CHAKRA: SOLAR PLEXUS
LOCATION: below the breastbone and behind the stomach. 

COLOUR: Golden Yellow.
ELEMENT: Fire
FUNCTIONS: It is the centre of personal power, ambition, intellect, astral force, desire, and emotions based on intellect and touch.
GLANDS/ORGANS: Pancreas, liver, digestive tract, stomach,
liver, spleen, gall bladder, autonomic nervous system.
GEMS/MINERALS: Tiger's Eye, Amber, Yellow Topaz, Citrine.
FOODS: Complex Carbohydrates, Grains.
ASSOCIATED AROMAS:  Lavender, Rosemary, and Bergamot.
SENSORY FUNCTION: Sight.
QUALITIES/LESSONS: Transforming, Shaping, Purifying, Shaping of Being, Mental Energy.
NEGATIVE QUALITIES: Perfectionism, Control over Self V/s. Others, self-critical thoughts, Frustration and Anxiety. 

Personal Power: Lessons Related to the Self 

The third chakra furthers the development of self-esteem and personality, separate from your ethnic identity. This is where you learn to draw and maintain strong boundaries and a personal code of honour. 

Sacred Truth : Honour Oneself. Be mature and honourable in the relationship you have with yourself and accept responsibility for the person you have become. 

Organs   Abdomen, stomach, upper intestines, liver, gallbladder, kidney, pancreas, adrenal glands, spleen, middle spine behind the solar plexus. 

Effects   Arthritis, gastric or duodenal ulcers, colon/intestinal problems, pancreatitis/diabetes, chronic or acute indigestion, anorexia, bulimia, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, adrenal dysfunction. 

Issues   Trust, fear, intimidation, self-esteem, self-confidence, self-respect, ambition, courage, ability to handle crisis, care of yourself and others, sensitivity to criticism, personal honour, fear of rejection and looking foolish, physical appearance anxieties, strength of character. 

The THIRD CHAKRA is found in the naval region and is named "Manipura." It governs the digestive system and is ruled by Mars. When Mars is adversely disposed in a horoscope, this chakra will display a lower rate of metabolism or a restless and impulsive nature due to excess heat in the system. A well-placed Mars generally bestows health, vigour, and the capacity to handle work and responsibility. 

The Solar Plexus Chakra, situated just below the sternum, is where we find the energy to turn the desire from the Sacral Chakra into action. It is our Will. So, the desire could be seen as the fuel for the will, and the Fire in the Solar Plexus is the spark of life that ignites our Mental Will to Action. 

This Chakra is known by the colour yellow, and is governed by Mercury. It spins faster than the lower chakras, but not as fast as those above it. It represents our “get up and go”, our action, will, vitality and sense of personal power. Also, we now temper our desires (Sacral) and instincts (Base) with knowledge, making decisions that are put into action and combine the polarities of the mind and body. 

This combination makes a greater whole and helps the personal power. How often have you heard people say “My get up and go has got up and gone.”? This is symptomatic of a malfunction of the Solar Plexus, as is being withdrawn, fear of taking risks, over seriousness and lack of energy.  

At the other end of the scale is ‘bully’ behaviour, the need to be in control or to dominate, and self-centredness. On the physical side, ulcers, diabetes and hypoglycaemia are indicative of dysfunction of the Solar Plexus Chakra. Humour is a wonderful therapy for this Chakra, as is jogging and yelling! 

When the solar plexus is pure, then one is at peace with others, then one live a life without conflicts, where all relations are positive, and all conflicts are stopped and transformed into exiting confrontations, where one is learning instead of fighting. 

The third chakra is the centre of personal power, the place of ego, of passions, impulses, anger and strength. It is also the centre for astral travel and astral influences, receptivity of spirit guides and for psychic development. 

When the Third Chakra is out of balance you may lack confidence, be confused, worry about what others think, feel that others are controlling your life, and may be depressed. When balanced you may feel cheerful, outgoing, have self-respect, expressive, enjoy taking on new challenges, and have a strong sense of personal power. 

 
The Navel chakra is about asserting yourself in a group. When it is open, you feel in control and you have sufficient self esteem. When the Navel chakra is under-active, you tend to be passive and indecisive. You're probably timid and don't get what you want. If this chakra is over-active, you are domineering and probably even aggressive. 

Learn to heal Your Third Chakra 

·         Allow the truth 'Honour Yourself' to penetrate your body. 

·          Breathe deeply as you shift your attention to your solar plexus and abdominal area.  

·         Focus on your self-esteem and how you feel about yourself today:  

1.       Am I feeling strong? Frightened? 

2.        Do I need someone's approval today? 

3.        Will I need to be courageous? 

4.        Remind yourself of your boundaries, dignity, inherent honour, and integrity 

5.        Make a spiritual promise in terms of how you want to live your life today  

How to train Your Third Chakra 

1.       Move your attention to the centre of self, your solar plexus.  

2.       Ask yourself, "Did I take care of my physical body today? Did I maintain the attitudes and belief patterns that best suit me?"  

3.       Take a deep breath, stretch out and feel the entire strength and health of your body. Identify any areas of weakness and loss of power. Call your spirit back.  

4.       Did you live up to your honour code or do you have to remind yourself to live it better tomorrow?  

5.       Were you judgmental or critical of yourself or others today or did you extend kindness and compassion?  

6.       Pray "Give me guidance on who I am and what my task is in this life; why I am with the people I am and how to best serve that role".  

Questions for Self-Examination 

1.       Do you like yourself? What don't you like and why? Are you actively working to change the things about yourself you don't like?  

2.       Are you honest? Do you sometimes misrepresent the truth? Why? 

3.        Are you critical of others? Do you blame others as a way of protecting yourself?  

4.       Are you able to admit when you are wrong? Are you open to feedback from other people about yourself?  

5.       Do you need the approval of others? If so, why?  

6.       Do you consider yourself strong or weak? Are you afraid of taking care of yourself?  

7.       Have you been in a relationship with a person you didn't really love, but it seemed better than being alone? 

8.        Do you respect yourself? Can you decide to make changes in your life and then stick to your commitment?  

9.       Are you afraid of responsibility? Or, do you feel responsible for everything and everyone? 

10.     Are you continually wishing your life were different? If so, are you doing anything to change it, or have you resigned yourself to the situation?