by Tina Russo Lancey, CYT, R-AYF, R-CYAMT
Number: The fifth energy center in the body is the throat chakra.
Sanskrit: word for the throat chakra is called vishuddha. This word translates as “filter.”
Location: At the base of the throat
Color: Blue
Element: Sound/Space
Function: The throat chakra is representative of communication and self-expression (speaking your own truth).
Physical Body Parts Associated: Throat, lips, tongue, cheeks, jaw, chin, neck, shoulders, and ears.
Causes of a Blocked Heart Chakra: A breakdown in communication.
Physical Signs of a Blocked Heart Chakra: Sore throat, hoarseness, sores in the mouth, thyroid problems, ear infections, gum disease, tight shoulders, and sinus infections.
Mental Signs of a Blocked Heart Chakra: Depression, anxiety, fear of speaking in public, inability to speak, unwillingness to stand up for yourself, or speaking too much.
Bible Verses:
While the Bible does not specifically address the chakras, there are verses we can associate with the throat chakra.
- We will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church. (Amen!) (Ephesians 4:15)
- Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32)
- Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6)
- These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another, render true and sound judgments in your gates, (Zechariah 8:16)
Mantras for the Throat Chakra:
- I speak truth
- My voice is unique
- My voice is God-given
- I know when to speak
- I know when to listen
- I use my voice freely for self-expression
Yoga Poses for the Throat Chakra
- Cat/Cow Poses
- Child’s Pose
- Puppy Pose
- Bow Pose
- Cobra Pose
- Fish Pose
- Camel Pose
- Supported Shoulder Stand
- Plow Pose
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