Balancing the Throat Chakra
The elements associated with the Throat Energy center are Air, Earth, and Water. Think about that for a second. Think about the functions of the throat and all the physical correspondences that surround it. Here, let me help you out a bit.
AIR: If the throat is obstructed in any way, it makes it hard for you to breathe. Your circulation is compromised and you begin to go into shock of some kind. There is usually some coughing or choking involved as well, leaving your AIRways constricted.
EARTH: In elemental wellness Earth is balanced through the foods you eat. Your throat is a pathway for the beginning to end of digestion.
WATER: You also need your throat to ingest water, which makes up 60% of the human body. Also, when you are dehydrated, the first thing you will notice is the parched feeling of the throat.
As mentioned in Let Me Clear My Throat, the Throat Energy Center has influence over the major glands in the neck region such as the thyroid and parathyroid glands, the mouth, 'Vocal cords, lungs, as well as the cervical vertebrae. It also governs the entire alimentary canal. The thyroid and parathyroid glands are essential to the endocrine system. The parathyroid is responsible for regulating calcium metabolism in bone cells through the secretion of PTH (parathyroid hormone). The thyroid regulates the oxidative processes and affects calcium and bone metabolism in a manner opposite to that of the parathyroid. In terms of its physical correspondence, this orisha governs over the skeletal activity and white fluids of the body. Abnormalities of the energy flow of this orisha may cause a multitude of symptoms such as vertigo, allergies, anemia, fatigue, menstrual irregularities, sore throat, laryngitis, gland tumors, cancer of the larynx, asthma and other respiratory problems may stem from an imbalance of this center.
According to Yoruba Therapeutics, the following can be used to balance the Throat:
The healing power of Meditation
Sound mantras
Spirit strengthening herbs
Nervines
Anti-spasmodics
Stimulants
Diaphoretics
MEDITATION:
When meditating you should focus on releasing through verbal cues. Burn Myrrh and/or Southernwood. Also, you may annoint your space with one of the following Oils:
Basil
Lotus
Fennel
Tuberose
Sage
Marjoram
It is important that you connect to Mother earth and allow healing to happen naturally. For Spirit strengthening/Esoteric herbs while meditating or indulging in an act of Self-Care, you may use one of the following herbs in a bath routine, tea time, or in your food.
Basil
White roses
Cotton (leaves)
Marjoram
Sage
Fennel
The herbs and plants listed above are meant to bring balance through energetic means. They are not the medicinal herbs you need to help balance the Throat and physical imbalances associated with a blocked Throat Chakra. In order to holistically treat these imbalances, you must also focus on herbs that bring medicinal value to the equation. Here is a list of those herbs:
Skullcap,
Sage,
Basil,
Hyssop,
Blue Vervain,
Willow,
Valerian
Sea Herbs
Sea Salt
Mucuna Pruriens
Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
Kola Nut
Nigella seed
Elderberry
Honeysuckle
Echinacea
Osha
Our wellness center combines Elemental Wellness with Herbal Medicine to bring you a comprehensive herbal treatment plan. To balance the Throat you will need to combine Air, Earth, and Water elements in your herbal routine. Here are the products we recommend for balance.
Other Products that help to balance the Throat and its physical chronic conditions. Click to see it in our store. Also, if you are suffering from Thyroid issues, you may want to check out specific Glandular health items HERE.
