Throat Chakra

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This is the fifth in the series discussion regarding the

energy centers or chakras.

 

The Throat Chakra

 

Location: At the base of the throat in front, cervical neck area in

back

Spinal Nerve Plexus: Cervical spinal ganglion (pharyngeal plexus)

Glands: Thyroid, Parathyroid

Body Parts: Throat, mouth, larynx, ears, neck, shoulders, arms, hands

Sanskrit Name: Visuddha

Element: Sound/Vibration

Color Vibration: Sky Blue

Keynote Vibration: G

Focus: Communication, creative expression; synthesis of ideas into

symbols

Stones: turquoise, aquamarine, blue topaz, other light blue stones

Incense: frankincense, benzoin

Foods: fruits

Affirmations: I speak; I hear; I communicate; I express

Disorders: Thyroid disorders (Grave's Disease, Myxedema), Parathyroid

disorders (Calcium levels in blood), vocal cord disorders (laryngitis,

polyps, frozen cords), throat and mouth cancers, hearing disorders and

ear infections, canker sores, dental problems, sore throat, popping or

ringing in ears, carpal tunnel, tight/sore neck & shoulders, Reynaud's

Disease (numb, cold hands), colds & sinus problems, tendency to whine,

scream, curse, or otherwise verbally abuse self and others using words

or sounds; or conversely, to " clam up " and repress speech

 

Communication is vital to the proper functioning of the body as well

as interaction with other beings and the environment. Full

communication requires three parts: input, output, and processing. A

block at any level of communication may result in a physical or

emotional disorder at the throat chakra level. Even mild frustration

can lead to a harmful communication problem, such as yelling or

sarcasm. If these problems persist or are sublimated/internalized,

physical problems of the neck/throat, arms/hands and sinuses/ears can

occur.

 

In order to keep the throat chakra functioning well, be conscious of

the tightness of the throat and neck; take time to focus on relaxing

these areas, especially before attempting communication with others.

Humming or toning helps with this process. Stretch the arms, roll the

shoulders and neck. Try not to abuse your ears with cacophanous noise;

if you work in a loud environment, use your ear protection. Count to

ten to give your mind a moment to focus on input before immediately

allowing your mouth or hands to deliver output. You will find that you

will be getting better quality of responses because your words and

actions will be more considered and polished. If you are truly having

problems with this issue, you might consider taking a class in drama,

speech, dance, tai chi, qi gong or yoga. Patience is a learned skill

that is important at this level.

 

And most importantly, know that others may not be as conscious or as

courteous as you with communication skills. Be patient and attempt to

hear what they are truly saying, rather than how they are saying it.

Our greatest flaw in communication is jumping to conclusions and

taking offense before knowing what others are attempting to express.

If the person's tone is offensive, we tend to ignore the words.

 

This is the key difference between " hearing " and " listening " .

 

In the past, women and children were not encouraged to speak, and if

you will notice, many of the disorders at this level are common to

women. There is no need for this to persist now, if we learn to feel

confident, patient and strong in our communication skills. We can

express what we need. We can hear and respond to the needs of others.

We can sing, and hug, and laugh, and listen. Just like the blue sky,

our possibilities are endless.

 

Animals associated with the throat chakra in East Indian tradition are

the elephant, the bull, and the lion.

 

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Rev. R. C. Abreu, BS, RN, CHTP/I, CRMT, CH

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