Vishuddha (Throat) Chakra

Vishuddha (Throat) Chakra

Meaning:   “I SPEAK” 

 Yantra/Symbol:      

                                                      

 Mudra: 

Mantra/Chant/Sound: HAM

Function: Communication. Expression (and repression). Receiving & assimilating information. Personal expression (through our creativity). Expression in the most truthful way. Bridge from the heart (to communicate our love).Will centre. Truth. Speaking and hearing. Talking & Listening. Connection to nature. Independence (taking responsibility for ones own needs). First `upper` chakra. Hearing our inner self. Hearing higher beings.

Life Development/7 year cycle: 29-35 years and 78-84 years

Endocrine Gland: The glands of the endocrine system provide a chemical communication network that controls a large number of physiological processes. The chemical messengers are known as hormones. The Thyroid Gland and Parathyroids are governed by the Throat Chakra which covert nutrients into energy, and regulates the bodys metabolism and organ function. (Our Thyroid communicates with our entire body).

Colour: Blue                                                                             

Essential Oils: Lavender. Chamomile. Rosmeary/Thyme/Sage.

Crystals: Blue Topaz to activate & direct energy. Yellow Topaz to activate at a physical level. Turquoise to balance. Emerald or Sapphire (or other greens/blues to calm).

Yoga Pose: Lion Pose.

Reflexology: Situated in the ball of the foot before the big toe.

Underactive Throat Chakra

*Symptoms: Fear of speaking out, lack of assertiveness, repressed expression. Poor communication and lack of intimacy in relationships. Negative self-talk and inner voices. Tune out or partially tune out others so as to manipulate what you hear. Creatively unfulfilled, uninspired. Bored/boring. Depression. Suicidal tendencies. Being honest with yourself and others.

*Restore: Meditate on opening this chakra. Wear turquoise/blue, use crystals. Eat foods- soups, sauces, or juices that lubricate the mouth and throat. Fruits (lemon & lime water).  

Overactive Throat Chakra

*Symptoms: Speaking too loud. Too many voices in the head- your own, others, and higher beings. Overly critical of self and others. Yelling. Verbally abusive.

*Restore: Meditate on restoring the chakra to normal function. Wear green or blue and use green/blue crystals. Avoid above foods.

Affirmations:

“I speak freely and with confidence. It is now safe for me to express my feelings and to create the life I desire. Everything I do is an expression of Love. I can express my higher wisdom to others. I speak with love. My Throat Chakra is functioning normally.”