This is the fifth in a series about a New Year’s chakra tune-up.

The fifth chakra is located at the level of your throat, right behind your thyroid. It is thought to be the seat of communication, self-expression and certain forms of creativity. A sore throat often indicates you are not speaking up for yourself or do not feel empowered to speak your truth. It is associated with the color turquoise.

For the next week I’ll share a video every day to balance a different chakra. These are short, soothing meditations that still manage a real impact.

Move on to tune your sixth chakra here.