The Hummingbird - 3rd Chakra

The Hummingbird and the Direction of the North: Embodying Joy, Resilience, and the Call of the Soul’s Journey

In Andean shamanic teachings and the Munay-Ki rites, the hummingbird (Siwarkenti in Quechua) represents the North on the medicine wheel. It embodies the spirit of joy, resilience, and the courage to follow the soul’s call, even when it seems impossible. The North, in many indigenous traditions, is the direction of wisdom, mystery, and ancestral connection, calling us to seek guidance from those who came before us and to draw strength from the spiritual lineage that supports us.

During the Harmony Rite, this archetype of the hummingbird is infused into the solar plexus chakra, the third chakra, located just above the navel. This chakra is our center of personal power, will, and confidence. Infusing hummingbird energy here activates resilience, courage, and inner strength, helping us to move forward on our soul’s path with joy and determination. The hummingbird encourages us to pursue fulfillment with a light heart, creating a powerful sense of purpose and harmony within ourselves.

The Solar Plexus Chakra: Activating Inner Power with Hummingbird Energy

The solar plexus chakra, or Manipura, governs self-esteem, personal power, and the ability to take aligned action. With the hummingbird’s archetype infused here, we’re invited to approach life’s challenges with resilience and joy, trusting in our strength and our journey. Hummingbird energy amplifies this chakra’s ability to manifest intention, encouraging us to move through life guided by our soul’s calling.

As we integrate the hummingbird into the solar plexus, we experience a deepening sense of purpose, finding the courage to follow our unique path and to trust that we are supported. The hummingbird’s infusion into this chakra strengthens our ability to overcome challenges, cultivate confidence, and maintain focus on what brings us joy and fulfillment. In essence, this energy nurtures our inner fire, helping us to follow our dreams with steadfastness and grace.

The Heart of the Hummingbird: Courage, Resilience, and the Call to Adventure

The hummingbird’s journey is nothing short of miraculous. With one of the most challenging migrations in the animal kingdom, it crosses vast distances over oceans and forests, driven by an inner calling that transcends obstacles. This energy of courage and resilience is the hummingbird’s gift to us. It teaches us to trust the soul’s guidance, follow the path we feel called to, and believe that we will be supported, even if the journey appears daunting.

By infusing the hummingbird’s qualities into the solar plexus, we gain access to a wellspring of courage and determination to pursue our soul’s calling. This energy invites us to release self-doubt, embrace our potential, and move forward confidently. The hummingbird’s influence helps us to be adaptable, persistent, and centered, empowering us to take bold actions in alignment with our true purpose.

Connection with Personal Power and Inner Light

The solar plexus chakra represents the core of our self-expression, willpower, and inner light. By connecting with the hummingbird’s energy, we infuse this space with joy, resilience, and a sense of adventure. The hummingbird encourages us to find our personal nectar — the purpose and passions that fuel us and bring us into alignment with our highest selves.

The hummingbird’s infusion at the solar plexus chakra also enhances our ability to trust our intuition and inner knowing, allowing us to release fears or uncertainties that may have previously held us back. This archetype empowers us to move forward with clarity, fully trusting our soul’s calling and knowing that we are supported. We are encouraged to savor life, to pursue what lights us up, and to approach our personal journey with resilience and joy.

Living the Hummingbird’s Journey: Trust and the Soul’s Purpose

In life, following the call of our purpose often requires a leap of faith. The hummingbird teaches us to trust this calling, even when the way forward is unclear. Just as the hummingbird begins its migration without knowing if it will find food or rest, we too are encouraged to move forward with trust in the universe. This archetype teaches that the path itself will nourish us and that everything we need will be provided along the way, as long as we stay true to our purpose.

The journey of the hummingbird is also a reminder to release the weight of self-doubt, fear, and hesitation. The Harmony Rite facilitates this process by allowing us to connect deeply with our soul’s calling, freeing ourselves from limitations that may have held us back. The hummingbird guides us to trust in our instincts and believe that we are supported on our path, no matter how difficult it may seem.

Practices for Integrating Hummingbird Energy

To fully integrate the hummingbird’s teachings into your life, consider these practices:

1. Solar Plexus Chakra Meditation: Focus on the solar plexus during meditation, imagining a warm, radiant yellow light expanding from this area, filling you with confidence, joy, and resilience. This will help solidify the hummingbird’s energy in this chakra.

2. Reflective Journaling on Purpose: Each day, reflect on what brings you joy and meaning. Write down any insights or dreams that connect with your soul’s path. This will help you stay aligned with the hummingbird’s guidance, encouraging you to pursue what fulfills you.

3. Affirmations for Self-Confidence: Use affirmations that resonate with the solar plexus and hummingbird energy, such as “I trust my inner guidance,” “I pursue my purpose with joy and resilience,” and “I am confident in my path.” Repeating these can strengthen your connection to the hummingbird’s courage.

4. Trusting Small Steps: Remember that the hummingbird takes small flights to conserve energy. Emulate this by breaking down your goals into small, manageable steps, trusting that each small action will bring you closer to your purpose.

5. Visualization of the Hummingbird’s Journey: Picture the hummingbird traveling vast distances with ease, fueled by an inner calling. Imagine yourself journeying forward on your path, feeling light, joyful, and resilient, just like the hummingbird.