The first chakra located at the base of the spine, governing grounding, security, and physical and emotional stability.
Within the Root Chakra, people carry ancestral memories, including difficult histories of war, famine, and natural disasters. This has been demonstrated through the study of epigenetics. Blocked energy can negatively impact health in the physical body and mental state. Misalignment may result in the following symptoms:
The tactile, repetitive actions of digging and planting reduces cortisol (stress hormone), while nurturing plants help release fear-based energy, promoting a deep sense of security, stability, and connection to nature.
Grounding
Promotes a feeling of being in your body, present in the moment, and safe in your environment.
Chant mantra "lam"
Helps clear energetic blockages at the base of the spine, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of safety.
Pronounced as "LUM"
How to balance your root chakra
Walk barefoot on nature's floor and feel grounded as spiritual energies flow up the legs and through the spinal cord.