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Manipura Chakra The Manipura Chakra is the third of seven main chakras. The word is composed of "Mani" – jewel or gemstone – and "Pura" – city or place. It is simply a city of gemstones. This translation is apt because the Manipura Chakra is where a person's dormant talents are activated in the energy center. Here you can find the Manipura Chakra Manipura is located directly in the middle of the lumbar spine. From here, energy radiates from the Keshtra energy field into the entire abdominal area, centering in the navel. For this reason, it is often referred to as the Nabho Chakra, Nabhi Chakra, or simply the navel chakra. Manipura's energy thus governs the entire middle and upper abdominal area, including the solar plexus in the middle of the costal arch. Once activated, it radiates forward beyond the abdominal wall. Function of the Manipura Chakra Its designation as the solar chakra makes it clear that this is a chakra associated with solar energy. It addresses courage, willpower, and self-confidence. This energy is also associated with passion, great enthusiasm, and assertiveness. Not only the solar chakra itself, but also the associated solar energy channel – the Pingala Nadi – is controlled by the Manipura chakra. It is easy to understand that the vital life energy, prana , is also stored here. The strong Manipura chakra creates an equally fascinating charisma. These are people with charisma who are able to reach people and pursue new goals. If, however, it is closed, energy builds up. This can lead to severe performance losses. Energy is synonymous with the element of fire, also called Agni. Therefore, its chakra color is similar to that of flame: orange-red, while the aura color appears yellow. The pancreas, adrenal glands, and digestion are also governed by the Manipura chakra. In Ayurveda , the Manipura chakra corresponds to the Pitta element. Promote positive characteristics By activating the Manipura chakra, positive qualities can be released. These primarily include assertiveness, combined with inner fire and passion in general. If you lack the enthusiasm and creativity to get things done, you should work on your Manipura chakra. Digestion can also be improved. People who have long-term digestive problems for no apparent reason can experience improvement with the opening of the Manipura chakra. The respective correspondences of the Manipura Chakra The yantra symbol of the Manipura Chakra is the triangle, and it is associated with Aries. Its sensory strength is sight. Rudra and Lakini are the god and goddess of Manipura. On the astral level, Sukshma Sharira represents the Sharira body, the mental-emotional sheath; however, the Manomaya Kosha is responsible for the kosha, the sheath. The Manipura has sun salutation position 6. Yellow tourmaline, yellow topaz, citrine, amber, and tiger's eye are gemstones associated with the Manipura. Aromas such as anise, fennel, lavender, and chamomile have a positive influence. In asana, crocodile exercises , the rotated triangle , rotated hero variations , the forward bend, and Navasana as an abdominal exercise are helpful on a physical level. How is the Manipura Chakra activated? There are various ways to achieve this. Meditation is a helpful tool, using the corresponding elements of fire, sun, and volcano. Affirmations repeated frequently throughout the day are also helpful. For example, "I consciously experience the flame of passion." You can also use pranayamas or the fire breath, Kapalabhati . You can also activate the Manipura Chakra with a fire mantra or the sun mantra. Arati, Homa, or Havan are traditional fire ceremonies performed as rituals. Image © zhanna26 / 123rf.com