THE THROAT CHAKRA – known as Vishuddha

THE THROAT CHAKRA – known as Vishuddha

Colour: Blue

Musical note: G (soh)

Location: throat area

Primary function: creativity, communication, expression of ideas, eloquence, intuition, hearing, self expression.

Physical function: When working properly it allows us to express ourselves vocally.  A spiritually aware person who is happy being alone with their thoughts etc.  Philosophers.

Parts of Body affected: Thyroid gland, vocal and bronchial areas.

Positive:  The person is sensitive and has the ability to hear quiet sounds or sounds from other dimensions – ie spirit world, etc.  Associated with clairaudience.

Negative:  Difficulty in expressing themselves.  Often withdrawn.  Sometimes can be interfering, getting involved with things that are nothing to do with them and have no relevance.  Difficulty motivating themselves.  Sore throats and ear problems are common.

Congested : Problems communicating and creating.  Difficulties with practicalities.

Over-stimulated:  This can lead to fear or paranoia.

Unbalanced:  This can cause bouts of intense emotion and difficulty getting needs met.

Gemstones: turquoise, lapis lazuli, chrysocolla, green aventurine.

Essential Oils: aniseed, blue chamomile, cypress, tea tree.

 

 

THE HEART CHAKRA – known as Anahata

heart chakraTHE HEART CHAKRA – known as Anahata

Colour: Green

Musical note: F (fah)

Location: heart area

 

Primary function: love, wisdom, stability, pleasure, compassion, caring, bridge between spirit and body.  Considered to be the seat of the soul.  Connection with all things, healing ability.

Physical function:  Good general health if positive.  Good understanding and co-operation.

Parts of Body affected: Heart, lungs, circulation, thymus gland.

Positive: Appreciation for simple things in life.  Value what you have.

 Negative:  Can manifest as being overtly reserved and over-cautious.  Afraid to participate in life fully.

Congested:  This can lead to indecision, self confidence and narrow focus in life.  Primarily concerned with the needs of self.

 Over-stimulated :  Over stimulated can make us be more concerned with helping others and taking little or no interest in our own lives.

 Unbalanced:  Blockage can manifest as immune system or heart problems, or a lack of compassion.  Feelings of life being unfair and that you have a bad deal.

 Gemstones:  emerald, tourmaline, rose quartz

 Essential Oils – jasmine, rose  Basil, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Geranium, Peppermint

THE SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA

THE SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA – known as Manipura

Colour: Yellow

Musical note: E (me)

Location: stomach area

Primary function: will, determination, self assertion, personal power and confidence, laughter, joy.  Self esteem, Seat of Emotions. It regulates our life force, energy and mental activity.

Physical function: Will display a sense of being in control.  Have good physical co-ordination and general good health.

Parts of Body affected: Nervous system.

Positive: Expresses achievement.  Warm hearted and enjoys being centre of attention.

Negative: Lack of power and feelings of helplessness.

Congested:  We can feel emotionally suppressed, confused and aimless.

Over-stimulated:  This can make us feel too competitive to our detriment.  Burnout can occur.  Also self centred behaviour is often exhibited

Unbalanced: This can manifest as anger or a sense of victimization.

Gemstones:  amber, topaz citrine quartz, tiger eye.

Essential Oils – cassia, peppermint, Lemon grass, Lemon Balm, Juniper, Amber. Chamomile, Lemon, Cypress, Thyme