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Visshudha Chakra

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The Visshudha Chakra is next upwards from the Anahata Chakra.

It’s derived from “Vish” (Poison) and “Shhudh” (Pure). It is also called Throat Chakra. It symbolizes creativity and self-expression. It is located on the fifth rung in the Kundalini ascension path of six chakras (seventh being the destination).

This chakra is associated with the purification, balancing, and harmonizing at the physical, mental and spiritual levels.  A person’s ability to express himself and communicate effectively is related to this chakra. It deals with the issues of the purification of our breath, food, our thoughts, and emotions.

The functioning of the organs in the throat region thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, neck, teeth, gums, esophagus, cervical bones, arms, shoulders, vocal cords, arms, and mouth come under the purview of Visshudha Chakra.

An imbalance here can cause issues related to mouth ulcers, gum & tooth problems, sore throat, stiff neck, goiter, thyroid-related problems, laryngitis, and hearing problems like tinnitus.

It's related to creativity and self-expression, learning, and wisdom.

Perfection of this chakra endows one with certain psychic powers and Sidhis e.g. vision of past, present, and future; freedom from disease, decay, and old age; Vaksiddhi (power of manifesting through words).

 

Details of Visshudha Chakra:

 

Beej (seed) Mantra: HAM

 

Color:  Blue

 

Location:   At the level of Throat

 

Lotus Petals: Sixteen

 

God/Goddess: Shakini

 

Element: Akasha (ether)

 

Planet:  Mercury

 

Organ of perception: Ears (hearing)

 

Organ of Action: Tongue (speech)

 

Taste: Sour

 

Prana Type: Udana

 

Body Organ: Hair

 

Endocrine Gland: Thyroid and Parathyroid

 

Body Fluid: Saliva

 

Body System: Respiratory System

 

Plane: Jana-Loka

 

Passion: Bhaya (Fears)

 

Tendency:   Expression

 

 

Characteristics of imbalanced Visshudha Chakra:

 

1. Lack of  expression

 

2. Thyroid problems (Goitre, Thyroiditis)

 

3. Indecisiveness

 

4. Weak will-power

 

5. Inability to listen to others

 

6. Lack of creativity

 

7. Guilt

 

8. Proneness to addictions

 

9. Soreness and infection in the throat region

 

10. Fears

 

11. Mouth ulcers

 

12. Dental issues

 

13. Dizziness and fatigue

 

14. Anxiety

 

15. Asthma

 

16. Frequent headaches

 

17. Respiratory Problems

 

18. Dumbness

 

19. Tinnitus

 

20. Ear related problems

 

 

Characteristics of balanced Visshudha Chakra :

 

1. Effective communication skills

 

2. Good listening abilities

 

3. Increased creativity

 

4. Expressiveness

 

5. Contentedness

 

6. Speaking fearlessly

 

7. C compassion while speaking

 

8. Open to listening to others.

 

9. Talking openly and with honesty

 

10. Articulated ideas, feelings, and opinions

 

11. Resonance in voice

 

12. Effective speaking

 

Recommended Asanas for balancing Visshhudha Chakra :

 

1. Matsyasana (Fish Pose)

 

2. Marjariasana (Cat stretching Pose)

 

4. Shirsasana (Headstand Pose)

 

5. Halasana (Plough Pose)

 

6. Vipritkarni (Half Shoulderstand)

 

7.Shashankasana (Hare Pose)

 

8.Setubandhasana (Bridge Pose)

 

9. Yoga Mudra

Location: New Delhi Delhi, India

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