Today, we focus on the Third Chakra (Manipura), located in the solar plexus, which governs your personal power, purpose, and self-worth. Anger often arises when we feel powerless or our core values are threatened. From a spiritual perspective, this anger can be a signal that we need to reconnect with our authentic purpose and sense of inner strength. Research in psychoneuroimmunology shows a strong link between our sense of purpose and overall well-being, suggesting that a strong inner core helps us regulate our emotional responses. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: THE UNCONDITIONAL HEART: TURNING ANGER INTO POSITIVE ENERGY This series is your guide to transforming the energy of anger into something powerful and positive. We'll explore spiritual insights and practices rooted in the chakra system, a concept in Eastern traditions that describes energetic centers in the body. We'll move from the core of your power to the wellspring of your creativity, culminating in the limitless compassion of your heart. This is day 1 of a 7-day meditation series, "The Unconditional Heart: Turning Anger into Positive Energy," episodes 3360-3369. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE Acts of Compassion Quest: For the next seven days, practice one small act of self-compassion and one act of gratitude each day. This could be as simple as acknowledging your own humanity when you make a mistake and consciously listing one thing you are thankful for. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES                                                     Day 1:&nbsp; &nbsp;Releasing Anger Visualization Day 2:&nbsp; Affirmation: "I give thanks to this present moment." Day 3:&nbsp; Flowing River Breath Day 4:&nbsp; Mudra to Trust Yourself Day 5:&nbsp; Second chakra flow meditation  Day 6:&nbsp;Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:&nbsp; Weekly review meditation and closure                                                     SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at&nbsp;&nbsp;or better yet -- direct message me on&nbsp;. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!&nbsp; WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE&nbsp;so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE&nbsp;the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at&nbsp;&nbsp;and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to&nbsp;. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at:  &nbsp;Instagram&nbsp; sip and om Facebook   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.&nbsp; 2-Week's Free Access on iOS  All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to&nbsp;.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Taking Back Your Power, Day 1: "The Unconditional Heart: Turning Anger into Positive Energy"

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Taking Back Your Power, Day 1: "The Unconditional Heart: Turning Anger into Positive Energy"

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