Name(s)

Throat, Vishuddha

Location

Throat

Color

Blue

Emotion

Self-expression, expansion, hearing

Body Parts

• thyroid gland

• larynx

• trachea

• ears

• nose

• teeth

• mouth

• throat

• carotid arteries

Words Associated

Authenticity, communication, creativity, self-expression, inner freedom, judgement

Signs You’re Balanced

• you’re confident in your expression

• you’re a clear communicator

• you’re creative

• you’re diplomatic

Signs of a Blockage

• you can’t express yourself

• you don’t speak out

• you feel misunderstood

• you’re secretive

• you’re not a good listener

Signs of Over-Activity

• you’re opinionated

• you’re loud

• you’re critical

• you’re gossipy

• you yell or talk over others

• you use harsh words

Helpful Crystals

1. Aquamarine: this is the most powerful stone for opening the throat chakra; it brings it into alignment.

2. Turquoise: promotes spiritual connection; paves the way for the soul to express itself.

3. Blue Lace Agate: this facilitates the expression of spiritual and personal truths

4. Lapis Lazuli: emphasizes the power of the spoken word; it brings harmony and creates a homeostasis state between our mind, emotions, body, and spirit.

Essential Oils

• Sage

• Bergamont

• Chamomile