Chinese Astrology Signs & Compatibility

The throat chakra governs our ability to act authentically in the world around us and to literally ’speak our own truth’. Throat chakra issues show up in problems with honesty and integrity, and problems with willpower. Lying closes up the throat chakra, and persistent blockage of this energy center can even result in laryngitis or medical problems involving the mouth and throat. Everyone is familiar with the expression “a lump in the throat” which describes a common sensation people have when they are overcome with emotion and are unable to express how they truly feel. That feeling is the actually closing up of the throat chakra. Extreme blockages can cause not only laryngitis but mouth ulcers, throat cancer, swollen glands, sore throat, voice problems, gum and tooth decay, and other dental problems. The idea of “losing face” which often manifests in dreams as a loss of teeth (symbolically) is very much a throat chakra issue. Anything that enables a person to speak the truth and be true to him or herself will help to open and heal this energy center. Singing and chanting are especially healing for throat chakra issues. Gargling with salt water, a common cure for physical throat problems, will also help to open the throat chakra. To prevent throat chakra issues, pay attention to how you feel about what you say and do and be honest in all things and true to yourself.

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The throat chakra is related to self-expression, honesting, truth telling, ‘finding one’s own voice’, and creative self-expression. The throat chakra is associated with sound and rhythm and with being able to bridge the world of the spirit and the material world through communication and an effective expression of one’s true self. The color associated with the throat chakra is sky blue, and the element is ether or spirit. To awaken the throat chakra, surround yourself with sky blue colors and focus on issues of communication. Communication involves both listening and speaking. Singing and chanting are especially effective ways to open your throat chakra, as in any kind of rhythmic activity or creative method of self-expression like acting, writing, or reading poetry. Right now a specific form of Hindu practice called kirtan is experiencing a revival in the United States and Europe. Kirtan is a set of ancient Hindu songs and chants designed to literally change one’s level of consciousness. Many kirtan music CDs are available for purchase now at Amazon and other online retailers, and some communities even have local kirtan groups that anyone can join. Chanting kirtan is an excellent way to open your throat chakra, and it has the added benefit of balancing your other chakras as well and leaving you with a feeling of general well-being and good will. For more information on kirtan practice, tapes, and how to get involved, you can visit www.raganiworld.com or Hinduism at About.com.

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The fifth chakra is called the Vishhudda or throat chakra and is located at the throat in the region of the thyroid gland, the gland responsible for growth and maturation. Similarly, the throat chakra is associated with communication and growth, with growth being seen as an evolution in communication. The color associated with the throat chakra is sky blue. The element associated with the throat chakra is ether, a form of matter which bridges the physical and material worlds. Deep inner and outer space are fifth chakra elements. The Vishudda chakra is associated with abundance and the manifestation of personal goals through self expression. It is also associated with intuition and one’s ability to bridge the spiritual and material worlds through creative expression and communication. Problems and blockages in the throat chakra show up in the body as asthma, bronchitis, disorders of the throat and/or mouth, and problems with the upper digestive system. Emotional symptoms of blockage or over-activation include problems with trust and trustworthiness, challenges in being faithful, a lack of tact, coldness, and self-righteousness. A healthy and balanced throat chakra is associated with good self-expression, honesty, trustworthiness, good intuition, and the ability to create what one desires through and effective expression of self. The sense of hearing is also a fifth chakra ability; hearing problems are associated with problems or blockages, strong hearing with balance.

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