Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage. ~ Anaïs Nin

The third chakra—the solar plexus—which is our featured chakra of the month, is all about energy, willpower and tapas, also known as self-disicipline to practice fiercely and consistently.

Warm up, rock some Sun Salutations and heat your core with these high-energy tunes!

1. You Are My Sunshine by The Soggy Bottom Boys

You make me happy when skies are gray.

2. You Are The Sunshine of My Life by Stevie Wonder

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWst-r26whI

3. Light My Fire by The Doors

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iSXrZYhJt4

4. Sun is Shining by Bob Marley

5. Heatwave by Martha and the Vandellas

6. Going the Distance by Cake

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pSlu2okpqM

6. Sonny Feeling by Wilco

7. Fire by Jimi Hendrix

Let me stand next to your fire!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPSe6HgqHgw

8. Hot Dog by Led Zeppelin

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDBXN54tt7A

9. Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones

I can’t get no…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a7cHPy04s8

10. Everybody Loves the Sunshine by Seu Jorge and Almaz

11. Feelin’ Good by Nina Simone

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfJRX-8SXOs

12. The Unforgettable Fire by U2

Cool down with some seated or yin poses before relaxation.

13. Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles

14. Sunrise by Norah Jones

A sweet tune for savasana.

 

Like elephant yoga on Facebook.

Ed: Sara Crolick