Today we are going to discuss about the fifth chakra, Throat chakra , and will discuss what are the best possible ways to balance throat chakra using healing crystals. So let's find more about the Throat chakra.

The throat chakra (also known as Vishuddha) is responsible for communication, self-expression, and the ability to speak your personal truth. The throat chakra plays an essential role in communication, creativity, and self-expression. When there’s an imbalance in this chakra, you may notice you have a harder time communicating effectively.

The element of Vishuddha Chakra is Akasha or space. Space opens the possibility of an expansion of perspective. It symbolizes the energy of seeking and speaking the truth. Vishuddha also governs our internal communication with our true Self. When this chakra is balanced, we are able to listen to the guidance of pure energy. We are able to understand others deeply and effectively.

Signs of a Blocked Throat Chakra

When the energy of the Vishuddha Chakra is imbalanced, communication breaks down. We refuse to listen to our inner Self and to others. Others are unable to understand us and feelings of loneliness surround us.

The symptoms of a disturbed Throat Chakra are:

Hesitation in expressing emotions
Lacking the vocabulary to describe your feelings
A sense feeling misunderstood by people around you
Aggressive behaviour
Use of negative words and actions

Since the Vishuddha Chakra is connected to the throat, there are visible physical problems due to imbalance. A sore throat, fluctuations in hormone levels, and pain or stiffness in the neck area can be symptoms of a misaligned Throat Chakra.

Emotionally, those with fifth chakra imbalance may be highly critical of themselves and others. Physically, symptoms may manifest as the following:

A raspy throat
Chronic sore throat
Mouth ulcers
Gum disease
Laryngitis
Thyroid challenges
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders

Every time working on aligning a chakra maximizes the chances of creating a happy, well-balanced life. Healing the Throat Chakra isn’t as difficult as it might seem and the improvement in communication impacts all aspects of life. The feeling of freedom and empowerment to understand our authentic Self comes with a balanced Throat Chakra.

There are some ways to help heal an unbalanced throat chakra
If you’re struggling with a blocked throat chakra, you can try these,

1. Include the colour blue in your life

The throat chakra is linked to the colour blue.

Blue crystals such as Lapis lazuli, Turquoise, will help balance your throat chakra.

The throat chakra governs sound and resonance. Minerals are one of the more effective ways to work with the throat chakra, since they each have a different resonating frequency.

Wearing a jewellery with one of these gems may be an especially helpful way to send healing to your throat chakra.

2. Do neck stretches

Stretches that open the area around your neck may help balance your throat chakra. Doing simple neck stretches to help prevent the build-up of stress and tension in your throat or neck area.

To do this stretch:

Drop your chin down toward your chest.
Tilt your head to the left. Keep your shoulders relaxed, and try to tilt your head so that your left ear is as close to your left shoulder as possible. You should feel a stretch along the right side of your neck.
Hold this stretch for 30 to 60 seconds.
Move your head back down to your chest and repeat on the opposite side.

3. Focus on your breath

A breathing technique called lion’s breath is believed to be beneficial for the throat chakra. It’s thought to help ease stress, get rid of toxins, and stimulate your throat and chest area.

To practice this breath:

Inhale through your nose.
Open your eyes and mouth wide.
Stick out your tongue, and “roar” your breath out audibly — the breath of your exhale should be loud like a lion’s roar.

4. Try yoga poses

When you release tension in the areas of your body that are near a chakra, you help restore the flow of energy in that region. That’s why yoga poses like Shoulder Stand, Plow, and Fish — which release the neck muscles — are recommended for the throat chakra.

5. Mindfulness Meditation

Connecting with our inner truth begins with quieting the mind. Mindful breathing presents a way to calm thoughts by focusing attention on the breath. While inhaling deeply, experience the flow of air passing smoothly to the lungs. While exhaling slowly, experience the release of all negative impurities blocking the body and mind.

6. Repeat Affirmations

The repetition of affirmations sets the intention to break old patterns and create new, healthier and more effective, ones. To balance the Throat Chakra, repeat affirmations that relate to authenticity and open communication. Here are some examples:

I communicate confidently and with ease.
I feel comfortable speaking my mind.
I am balanced in speaking and listening.
I am an active listener.
I speak my true thoughts with clarity.
I set clear boundaries.

By repeating these statements, we create new thought patterns, behaviours, and actions that align with feelings of authenticity and open self-expression.

7.Effective Chakra Foods

These are some chakra foods that promote overall openness and balance. Whole-grain foods like brown rice and reducing overall sugar intake is healthy for all chakras. However, there are also more precise dietary changes you can make to target specific chakras. Fruits like apples, oranges, and all other fruits that grow on trees are traditionally associated with the throat chakra. Simple spices such as salt, lemongrass, or ginger to foods can be added to heal the throat chakra.

8. Use throat chakra stones

The throat chakra is associated with the colour blue. It’s thought that blue has a calming effect on the body.

Some people also associate blue with communication, honesty, and empathy.

Consequently, throat chakra stones are various shades of blue. These stones include:

1. Amazonite.

This bluish-green crystal is used to promote emotional balance and protect against negative emotions. The stone is also believed to calm your nervous system. The stone of warrior women, it’s no surprise to hear that Amazonite is a heart chakra and throat chakra healer. This beautiful stone comes shimmering with blue and green shades and promises strength, knowledge, protection, and meaningful positivity. Like the Amazonian warriors, it’s a gem that guides us to a place of agency and trust in our own power. This can all start with the voice and our ability to filter our own truth from the chorus that surrounds us. Amazonite says yes to putting yourself first and to moving away from the shadowlands of self-doubt and fear of judgement. It offers crystal clear communication and connection with the sisterhood

2. Lapis lazuli.

Deep blue and flecked with golden glory, Lapis Lazuli is every inch the regal gem and inspires great words backed up by sublime self-awareness. This stone of truth is perfect for the throat chakra and has long been a companion of seers, sages, and public speakers as it encourages eloquence and expression. Writers too will beautifully benefit from this block-breaking stone as Lapis knows how to tap into that creativity. Another way in which Lapis Lazuli can help you shine is by strengthening friendships as it’s a stone that puts great weight and purpose into the power of truth

You should also choose chakra stones based on how they make you feel. If you experience a personal connection with a specific stone, be sure to use it.

There are several ways to use chakra stones for throat chakra healing.

According to proponents of the practice, here’s what you can do with the stones:

1 Place them over your throat chakra. Put a stone on the base of your throat while you meditate.
2. Wear them as jewellery. Wrap a stone in wire or cord and wear it as a necklace. You can also make a bracelet with blue crystal beads.
3. Carry them with you. Place a stone in your pocket or purse. This lets you take in the stone’s energy when you’re on the go.
4. Use them as décor. To fill your space with balancing energy, put throat chakra stones on your desk or side table.
5. Hold a stone in hand when having tricky conversations or when public speaking.
6. Form a crystal grid, altar, or keep blue gems close by when communicating with the spirit realm.

It’s best to be patient when using chakra stones. It can take time for the stone’s energy to reduce throat chakra issues.