With Virgo season underway since August 22, we are likely to feel its influence until it ends on September 22, 2021. This period brings a practical, organized energy that encourages planning, discipline, and attention to detail.
So what are the main traits of Virgo? Virgo is a mutable earth sign known for reliability, dedication, and a pragmatic approach to life. People with strong Virgo placements tend to be dependable, meticulous, and focused on useful outcomes. In the Chinese Zodiac, Virgo aligns with the Rooster, another sign characterized by diligence, practicality, and a sometimes critical or assertive manner.
After the bold flair of Leo season, Virgo season often feels grounding and steady, prompting us to tidy up loose ends, create routines, and prepare for what comes next.
One useful way to work with Virgo energy is through the chakra system. Which chakra corresponds to Virgo, and how can you support it during this season?
The Connection Between the Zodiac & the Chakras
Each zodiac sign corresponds to one of the seven major chakras. Virgo is linked to the fifth chakra, the Throat chakra (Visuddha). This chakra governs communication, self-expression, and the ability to speak truthfully and clearly.
Ruled by Mercury—the planet of communication—Virgo thrives when thoughts and ideas can be shared in a calm, precise way. This energy supports public speaking, writing, teaching, and any context where clear, useful information is shared. During Virgo season, you may feel especially motivated to clarify your message, polish written work, or organize information to make it accessible to others.
When Virgo energy highlights the Throat chakra, it’s a good time to notice where your self-expression is flowing smoothly and where it might be blocked. Supporting the Throat chakra helps you communicate with confidence and integrity.
What Happens When the Throat Chakra is Blocked?
A blocked Throat chakra can affect both emotional expression and physical health. Common emotional and behavioral signs include:
- Fear of speaking your personal truth
- Difficulty expressing thoughts or finding words
- Anxiety about public speaking
- Low confidence when speaking up
- Sudden emotional outbursts or, conversely, extreme silence
- Being overly critical of yourself or others, or lacking discernment
Physical symptoms associated with Throat chakra imbalance may include chronic sore throat, hoarseness, laryngitis, gum issues, thyroid irregularities, and mouth ulcers. During Virgo season, you might notice these signs more clearly, signaling a need to support this energy center.
How to Strengthen Your Throat Chakra
Virgo season is an ideal time to work on the Throat chakra, especially for Virgos and anyone with pronounced Virgo placements in their birth chart. Here are three practical methods to balance and strengthen this chakra.
1. Use Crystal Healing
The Throat chakra resonates with blue tones, so blue crystals can be supportive. Stones such as lapis lazuli, blue kyanite, and blue lace agate are commonly used to soothe and open the throat center. Wearing these crystals as pendants or keeping them near the throat during meditation can help direct their energy to the area. Track any subtle changes you notice to assess progress.
2. Repeat Positive Affirmations for the Throat Chakra
Affirmations help reprogram negative beliefs and strengthen the voice. Repeating supportive statements in the morning and before bed encourages the Throat chakra to become more expressive and confident. Useful affirmations include:
- I trust my voice.
- I can speak up for myself and others.
- I am intelligent and articulate.
- My voice connects me to the world.
- I am confident in my ability to communicate.
Speak them aloud when possible—using the voice is itself a form of healing for this chakra.
3. Try a Reiki Healing Session
Reiki practitioners can assess energetic blockages and focus healing on specific chakras, including the Throat chakra. If you sense persistent blockage or tightness around expression and communication, a Reiki session can provide gentle energetic support and help restore balance.
Your Throat Chakra Needs Balance for Earthy Virgo Season
If your Throat chakra is healthy, Virgo season may inspire you to speak more, clarify your ideas, and engage in productive conversations that lead to practical outcomes. If it needs attention, use crystal work, affirmations, or energy healing to support clearer expression.
Virgo season is ideal for organizing, planning, and laying down foundations. With a balanced Throat chakra, you’ll be better equipped to express plans, instruct others, and share useful knowledge. Embrace this time to harness the power of your voice and let clear communication guide your practical efforts.
Enjoy Virgo season and let purposeful speech and precise expression be your allies.