5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

The Throat Chakra, Vishuddha, is located in the throat. It represents communication, expression, and truth.

What is the Throat Chakra?

This chakra helps you express yourself openly and honestly. When balanced, you can speak, listen, and live your truth.

Characteristics & meaning

• Color: Light blue or turquoise
• Element: Ether (space)
• Symbol: Sixteen-petaled lotus
• Themes: Communication, expression, truth, creativity

Out of balance

• Blocked: Difficulty speaking, introversion, shyness.
• Overactive: Talking too much, gossip, dominance.

How to work with it

• Meditation: Visualize a bright blue light in your throat.
• Activities: Singing, journaling, having honest conversations.
• Crystals: Blue Calcite, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli.
• Yoga: Bridge (Setu Bandhasana), Shoulder Stand (Ardha Sarvangasana).

Summary

The Throat Chakra gives voice to your inner truth. In balance, it brings clear communication and creative expression.