The Solar Plexus Chakra, or Manipura, is located in the upper abdomen and represents personal power and self-confidence.
Hindu texts describe it as the centre of willpower and assertiveness. In Kabbalah, it correlates with the seat of the soul.
When balanced, it instils a sense of purpose and confidence, empowering individuals to pursue their goals fearlessly.
Mantra: “I am strong, I am confident, I am worthy of all successes.”
The Sacral Chakra, or Svadhisthana, resides in the lower abdomen and governs creativity, passion, and pleasure.
Hindu scriptures depict it as the centre of emotional balance and sensuality.
In Kabbalah, it symbolizes the source of vitality and sexual energy. A balanced Sacral Chakra fosters healthy relationships with oneself and others, enhancing creativity and enjoyment of life.
Mantra: “I embrace my emotions, I honour my creativity, I am in harmony.”
The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is the foundation of our being, representing security and stability. Located at the base of the spine, it grounds us to the Earth’s energy.
In Hindu texts, it’s associated with survival instincts and primal energy. Similarly, in Kabbalah, it corresponds to the foundation of life.
When balanced, it fosters feelings of safety and connection to the physical world.
Mantra: “I am rooted, I am secure, I am grounded.”
In 2024 I was a whole new person.
A yoga student, purely on blind faith, was keen to undertake a Panchakarma experience, so we travelled together to Kerala. We had our own rooms which is essential, as you need your privacy.
Everything is done for you at Poolmully. You are fed and bathed after your daily oil treatments.
One has a lot of free time that gives you the amazing opportunity to be introspective. I love being on my own, so I love all the free time.
Poolmully has its own ‘old world’ Krishna temple. It made my day, each morning I would begin my ritual of Circumambulation around the exterior and then the interior of the temple, chanting Hari Krishna and spending this precious time connecting to my Divine Self.
Then at the end of the day, before dinner, I would do the same chanting and giving thanks for my day and healing.
I made myself available for my yoga student when she needed emotional support throughout the 11-day journey. This took the focus off me at times which created a whole different experience for me. ALL was as intended to be by the Divine.
My physical body experienced 80% less pain.
Emotionally, however, I released so much on a deeper level than ever before. So overall, I feel very blessed.
Each visit at Poolmully was a different and unique experience.. the non residential cannot be compared to the residential.
The treatments I’ve had never involved vomiting as my body does not require that, however, trusting the doctors and the treatments that they recommend is key.
After the treatment, the body/ mind needs time to renew and recalibrate. So one needs to stay mindful of the environment, food, the company one keeps and thoughts and feelings.
The body/mind resets itself moment by moment. I feel this.
It has created within me a feeling of being as light as a peacock …
As my French friend stated after her Panchakarma .. “I have clear mind, happy heart and body like a butterfly”
❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜
It’s a wonderful healthy experience that I highly recommend …. 🙏
This was my residential stay:
This was my clinic experience:
Now for a brief commentary on my experiences.
My residential experience in 2019 was an 11-day treatment plan and I travelled alone. I generally travel alone when going to India.
These eleven days were very intense. I suffered daily and wanted to leave. I stayed to the end, and I experienced a lot of pain throughout my body and lots and lots of tears.
My residential experience in 2020 was also an 11-day treatment plan. I was alone for these eleven days, and I was meeting up with a French friend after the Panchakarma so I had someone to look forward to spending time with after the treatment.
These eleven days were a little lighter, but still intense and I couldn’t wait for it to finish. I still experienced a lot of physical pain, but a little fewer tears. I loved being with my friend afterwards.
My non-residential in 2023 was completely different. This took place over 20 days, very different to the residential.
Firstly, I met up with an Australian friend in Delhi and we started our journey together to Tiruvannamalai.
This felt like a fun adventure, and it was.
My friend had leased a flat for one month that we stayed at for the month. After lots of cleaning, getting mattresses for our beds, and buying some furniture, we settled in quite well.
Our treatments were separate… we were able to have lunch together and we were able to talk about how we felt and what was coming up for us. Although we had our own unique experiences it was lovely to simply chat.
Most afternoons we had the freedom to do local shopping and visit Sri Ramanasramam Ashram.
We both loved the energy of the ashram.
Yoga with Mary-Anne 