Chakras are points on the energy system which Eastern philosophy and medicine maintains is flowing within and through us, connecting us to the universe. These chakras can be worked upon through a variety of therapies such as massage, meditation and yoga, in order to free up the energy so it can flow unhindered and also balance out the energies. Balance is important to good physical and mental health. Each of the chakras is responsible for certain parts of the body and certain characteristics.

Where is the Solar Plexus Chakra?

This chakra is located in the middle of the diaphragm, behind your sternum, as so placed right at the centre of the body.

What is the Importance of the Solar Plexus Chakra?

Positioned at the core of the body, this chakra is associated with personal power and growth. It is the third chakra, also known as Manipura or Dashapatra. It is associated element is fire and it is linked to the color yellow. In physical terms, it also controls digestion so imbalances of the solar plexus chakra can be signified by digestion problems.

Another important manifestation of the power of the solar plexus chakra is through mental strength and wellbeing. Stress and anger are common signs of an imbalance in the solar plexus chakra.

Balancing your Solar Plexus Chakra

A good way to balance the energy flow in this chakra is through physical activity such as chakra yoga poses. The best stimulation of the solar plexus chakra is found through definite, straight line movements. These help to concentrate the energy flow through the chakra.

Stress relief through this chakra can be especially effective by using visualization techniques. Visualize you’re the energy in this chakra as a bright sunshine, melting away any barriers that may be getting in your way and thus relieving your stress.

Color Breathing

Color breathing is also a powerful stress reliever which utilizes this chakra. Remember to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth, taking deep breaths and concentrating on a bright yellow light ball of energy in your solar plexus. Then give four rapid inhales and exhales. Do this another 3-10 times, visualizing the light being magnified as the power of your chakra’s energy increases.

According to Eastern traditional medicine, which has been practiced for thousands of years and on which many of today’s alternative therapies are based, we all have energy flowing through our bodies and connecting us to the universe and everything within it. When the energy becomes blocked from flowing through these channels, problems of both mental and physical health occur. When there is not a balance of energy in the brow chakra, the most likely manifestations are sleep disturbances.

What is the Brow Chakra?

The brow chakra is also often called the Third Eye, situation as it is, between the eyes. Ajna and ajita-patra are alternative names which this energy channel also goes by.

This chakra is situated at a point on your forehead, between your eyebrows. It relates to the mind, intuitive thought, meditation and clear thinking, so problems in these areas may also be an indication that the energy in your brow chakra is blocked. So, you may experience disturbed sleep and even sleep walking, nightmares and insomnia, as your thinking is muddled and mulling over problems keeps you awake at night.

No-one wants to go through that, so a good cure for such sleep disorder symptoms is to clear your brow chakra.

Clearing the Energy in your Brow Chakra

This chakra is very important as it is believed to be the key to unlocking wisdom and enlightenment. One’s psychic awareness is said to emanate from this point. Therefore, it is no surprise that the best way to balance the energy flow in the brow chakra is by meditation.

You are Feeling Sleeeeppppyyy!

Curing your sleep problems through your brow chakra is all about balance and meditation. Ideally, you should start to form a regular sleep pattern and set aside time to mediate, ideally before bedtime, so that you are in a relaxed state and ready for bed.

The color associated with the brow chakra is indigo, or deep blue. As part of your meditation, try this visualization: regulate your breathing so that it feels comfortable, while thinking about your Third Eye. Visualize an indigo light shining there. Keep your mind on the energy radiating from this chakra for another five to ten minutes. The feelings of calm and relaxation should last for some time.