Throat Chakra 101

 

Like John Mayer says... say what you need to say! But also don't forget to listen too!

Location: throat... see, this is really not rocket science!

Color: Blue

Physical: throat, mouth, neck, ears

Balanced: good communication skills, content, mediator, artistically inspired 

Unbalanced: over-talkative, arrogant,  holds back self expression, inconsistent opinions, 

Yoga: legs up the wall, fish, shoulder stand... check this post

Oil: peppermint, breathe blend, spearmint, wintergreen

Stones: aquamarine, lapis lazuli, sodalite, blue lace agate

Nutrition: it's all about the fruit... blackberries, grapes, and especially blueberries

Affirmations: I can speak up for myself, I speak from the heart, I listen to acknowledge others, I can express myself 

Heart Chakra 101

 

Feel the love! 

Location: where your heart is sillies! 

Color: Green

Physical: heart, lungs, thymus 

Balanced: unconditionally loves, compassionate, nurturing

Unbalanced: possessive, over dramatic, fears rejection, feels unworthy of love

Yoga: think heart openers... camel, cobra or updog, wild thing... check this post for more.

Oil: sandalwood, rose

Stones: green aventurine, jade, emerald, peridot, unakite, watermelon tourmaline, or even a little rose quartz for good measure! 

Nutrition: I'm always preaching for y'all too eat your greens, now I'm making it even more important.  Kale, spinach, chard, broccoli, celery, avocado, zucchini, and green fruits too... pears, apples, kiwi, grapes.  Caring for your heart chakra is delicious! 

Affirmations: I love myself for who I am, my love for myself is unconditional, my love for others is unconditional,  I am grateful for all the love in my life. 

Solar Plexus Chakra 101

 

This is THE chakra that made me believe in chakras, because the struggle was real.  I could associate so many imbalances that expressed themselves physically with how I was feeling emotionally and it all came back to the solar plexus chakra. 

Location: above the navel

Color: yellow

Physical: digestive system, hello my gutsy girls! Stomach, upper intestines, liver, and pancreas too.

Balanced: respects self and others, spontaneous, in tune with personal power

Unbalanced: poor self esteem, insecure, overpowered, fearful, arrogant, controlling, judgmental, workaholic 

Yoga:  I fell in love with yoga as a way to remain active but calm my tummy at the same time.  To help balance this chakra specifically think core strength and twists…. plank, boat, bow, seated twist, twisting lunge.  Check this post for more info.

Oil:  lemongrass is my all-time fave, but also lemon or cheer blend

Stones: citrine and yellow opal are my faves, but really anything yellow

Nutrition: lemons, pineapple, yellow peppers, corn, bananas, yellow squash 

Affirmations: I am authentic, I have the power, I am strong, I stand up for myself, I honor myself