I like to think of the Manipura chakra as our POWER centre. Located above the navel and below the diaphragm in the solar plexus region of the body, it is often called the solar centre.

Sometimes it is called the jewelled city or the lustrous gem. For those who see the colours of their chakras, we are moving from the orange of swadhisthana to the bright yellow of manipura. 

Whenever it is out of balance we may experience any of the following:

fatigue

Utterly fascinating, water is the most extraordinary element... you’re aware of the food you’re putting in... but what about the quality of your water?


 

Jane Clapham shares her experience of meditating and hearing the chiffchaff, a summer visitor. She explains how scripture and mantra can build our resilience at this challenging time. Please do join us tonight for the Friday night live-link in the bio!

 

Tired after a long day? Try Anouschka’s top tips. A long day on our feet or concentrating on a computer screen can leave us feeling drained and exhausted so give these simple ideas a try!

Dru Yoga - Utthita Parsvakonasana: the Bhima posture

The Bhima is a great side stretch, as well as an excellent toner for the quads, glutes and abdominals.

 

This posture is an extension of the lateral triangle: Utthita Trikonasana and it gives you a long side stretch, opening the intercostal muscles, the lungs and therefore the heart. It provides a much needed alignment between the crown of the head and the lower energy centres.