Chakra Series: The Throat.

In Sanskrit, Vishuddha means “especially” pure. As the throat chakra governs the mouth, tongue, and neck, it relates to communication and your ability to understand and speak your inner truth.

Central Issues: Communication, creativity, speech, expression, feeling understood, truth

Vices: Smoking, anger, misunderstandings, lies

Balancing/Revitalizing Crystals: Apatite, sodalite, kyanite, lapis lazuli

Balancing/Revitalizing Essential Oils: Chamomile, peppermint, eucalyptus, ginger

Mantra: “I let go of the unspoken; stepping into grace.”

In Practice: Sphinx Pose, Camel Pose, Supported Plow Pose

The Basics.

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Location: The neck

Developmental Stage: Ages 29-35

Color: Blue

Element: Space/Ether (sound)