The solar plexus chakra, or Manipura, is located in the center of the navel and extends up to the sternum. It is identified with the color yellow and associated with the fire element. The solar plexus chakra is the core of your personality and identity, radiating self-confidence and personal power.

• Yogic Name: Manipura
• Associated Affirmation: I do..
• Associated Colour: Yellow
• Location: Abdominal region
• Experience of the Self: Willpower, motivation, positivity
• Element of Importance: Fire
• Connection to Body Organs: Small intestine, liver, gallbladder
• Disorder Associated: Gallstones, liver diseases, inferiority complex
• Health Benefits: Activating personal power

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Characteristics of the Solar Plexus Chakra

When your solar plexus chakra is balanced, you have a strong sense of identity and feel true to yourself. The solar plexus chakra empowers you to control your thoughts, actions, and emotions, and it gives you the self-discipline to get things done. As the center of your personal confidence, a balanced solar plexus chakra will increase your self-esteem and overall confidence in yourself and your abilities.

Characteristics of an Overactive Solar Plexus Chakra

When your solar plexus chakra is overactive, it is working too hard and can bring a lack of control into your life. For example, some of the most common signs of an overactive solar plexus chakra include:

• A desire to be in control or micromanage others
• Feelings of anger or aggression
• Lack of compassion or empathy
• Digestive issues
• Perfectionism or being overly critical

Characteristics of an Under active Solar Plexus Chakra

An under active solar plexus chakra means that it is either blocked or not properly distributing energy. For example, key characteristics of an under active solar plexus chakra include:

• Lack of confidence and low self-esteem
• Indecisiveness
• Greater timidness
• Seeking external approval and worrying about what others think
• Neediness