In this fifth post in our chakra series, we’re looking at which essential oils in combination with massage can help you open and expand your throat chakra. The throat chakra is closely associated with speech, sound, and hearing. The central theme of the throat chakra is rooted in communication and the expression of oneself in the world.
Problems related to the throat chakra include disorders of the thyroid and parathyroid, stiff neck, hearing impairments, tinnitus, colds, tonsillitis, laryngitis, and tumors/cancer of the larynx. Blockages in this chakra may occur in conjunction with difficulty in self-expression and communicating one’s true inner feelings.
The throat chakra strongly influences our ability to effectively communicate our thoughts, opinions, desires, and feelings— and just as importantly, our ability to hear, listen, and understand those in our daily lives. The throat chakra not only influences what we hear and say through verbal communication, but it also influences body language and written communication methods.
Attributes of the Throat Chakra
- Color = blue
- Element = ether
- Sense = hearing
- Body Part = larynx, neck, shoulders, arms, and ears
- Glands = thyroid and parathyroid
- Location = third thoracic vertebrae
Signs of Balance
- Effective communication skills
- Expressive
- Good listener
- Patient
- Honest
- Receptive to criticism
Signs of Imbalance
- Poor communication skills
- Afraid to speak up/represses feelings
- Uncontrolled verbal outbursts
- Deceitful
- Manipulative
- Shy or talks excessively
- Unable to listen
Essential Oils for Balancing the Throat Chakra
- Basil
- Bergamot
- Chamomile (Roman or English)
- Cypress
- Peppermint
- Spearmint
At your next massage appointment, request one of the above essential oils to aid in opening your throat chakra.