Solar Plexus Chakra
Manipura
Metaphysically, the Solar Plexus Chakra is the inner fire through which experience is processed into intention, choice and directed power. It is often linked with self-mastery and the development of a healthy ego capable of acting without dominating.
- Maṇipūra
- Upper abdomen, around the navel and solar plexus region
- Yellow · Fire
Will, confidence, personal power, boundaries and purposeful action
Manipura is associated with personal will, agency, confidence, self-definition and the ability to transform intention into action.
When it is supported
- healthy confidence
- decisiveness
- self-discipline
- clear boundaries
- personal responsibility
- ability to act without excessive approval-seeking
When it needs care
- low confidence
- passivity
- indecision
- fear of confrontation
- domination
- anger
The invitation
“Can I act from inner authority rather than fear, domination or approval-seeking?”
True power includes restraint, accountability and the freedom to choose rather than react.
Growth path: Develop power as self-mastery rather than control over others.
Its correspondences
A practice
Visualise a bright yellow or golden sun in the upper abdomen radiating steady warmth.
Journal prompts
“Where am I giving away my authority?”
“What decision am I avoiding?”
“What does healthy power mean to me?”
“Where am I trying to control what cannot be controlled?”