Lotus Symbol for Chakra 5

Chakra Five Description

Name: Vissudha, Purification
Location: Throat
Color: Blue
Mantra: HAM
Element: Ether/Sound
Body Relationship: Throat, neck, organs of speech
Yoga Poses to Balance: Chanting, Plow, Shoulder Stand, Fish
Other Practices to Balance: Singing, neck stretching exercises, group therapy, sharing, drumming
Central Issues: Communication, self-expression, truth, speech
Excessive Characteristics: Always talking, interrupting, poor listener, over-extended, stuttering, lies
Deficient Characteristics: Fear of speaking, poor rhythm, poor self-expression, scratchy voice
Corresponding Ayurvedic Dosha: Excessive=Pitta/Vata imbalance; Deficient=Vata imbalance

CHAKRA 5