Chakra: Solar Plexus
Tarot Card: Nine of Cups
I Ching Sign: # 42, "Increase" Wind above, Thunder below
Main Theme: Spontaneity combined with joy
Dominant Characteristics: A kind, harmonious, "sunny" and fulfilled person. Is in a natural flow and is able to go with the flow of life. Finds the own way in the most varied life situations. Easily absorbs information.
Possible Challenge Aspects: Keeps searching for a new identity, but never changes. Tries unsuccessfully to rely on the mind. Has little sweetness and joy in life. Might feel unhappy and permanently focused on future events instead of being in the present moment.
Spiritual Level: Helps experience more joy and self-realization. Brings in the light and casts the light into the shadow areas of the personality.
Mental Level: Helps to resolve feelings of limitation. Can stimulate the intellect and the intake of information, but is also helpful for balancing over-intellectuality and intellectual dominance.
Emotional Level: Inspires "higher feelings" (love, warmth, compassion, etc.). Clears emotional irritations and brings joy.
Where to Apply the Substance: Around the entire solar plexus area. When experiencing seasonal depression (usually in the winter), apply along the entire hairline.
Affirmation: From my outer knowledge, I create inner knowledge.