The throat chakra is located at the throat. The throat chakra, or fifth chakra center is associated with the color blue, the element of ether or Space and can be blocked by lies. It is symbolized by a brilliant blue lotus flower with sixteen petals and focuses on communication and truth. The throat chakra empowers you to stand up for what you believe in and seeking the truth. Not only does this chakra aid in how and what you say, but also how you listen to others and allow them to speak their truth and feel heard. Do you listen only to find a break when someone else is talking so you can speak your mind or do you listen intently trying to truly hear the other person and understand what he or she is saying?
An imbalance in the throat chakra can manifest itself physically in the body as neck and shoulder pain, sore throats, thyroid issues, hearing impairment, and jaw issues. If you find that you struggle to communicate, tell the truth or speak up for yourself you may need to balance your throat chakra.
Pranayama
Bhramari or Bee’s Breath
Yoga
Yoga poses that balance the Vishuddha chakra tend to awaken the throat with strengthening, stretching and twisting. Chanting during your practice and audible or ujjyi pranayama can be beneficial as well. The throat chakra is linked to the throat, neck, cervical spine and ears. Poses that focus on these areas help to balance the fifth chakra center.
- Neck Stretches with head back
- Shoulder Rolls
- Upward Plank or Reverse Table Top
- Reclined Shoulder Stretch
- Supported Fish (Matsyasana)
Oils
- Breathe (Doterra Blend)
- Peppermint
- Roman Chamomile
Crystals
- Lapis Lazuli
- Sodalite
- Blue Calcite
- Sapphire

Lapis Lazuli 
Sodalite 
Blue Calcite