Also known as the first chakra, or Muladhara in Sanskrit

• Located at the base of the spine, more specifically connecting into the body at the perineum

• The root chakra is associated with the color red & the element of earth

• Associated with the physical body, physical vitality, the bones, hydration, the colon, lower digestive tract and kidneys, feelings of safety, and the will to live

ROOT CHAKRA IMBALANCES MAY INCLUDE:

• Physical illness
• Exhaustion
• Depression
• Dehydration and mineral deficiency
• Anxiety, fear, anger
• Addictions
• Issues with elimination & the lower bowels
• Adrenal burnout & fatigue

ROOT CHAKRA BALANCING AND CHARGING

• Color breathing--imagine filling the whole body with bright, clear, red light on each inhale during meditation or whenever feeling tired/low energy
• Getting in your body--any physical activity or exercise that makes you feel good in your body
• Grounding--spend time with bare feet on the earth, using a grounding mat or simply connecting to nature and the earth's energies in your own way
• Crystals--crystals that can be helpful for grounding and root chakra healing include Garnet, Red Jasper, Black Tourmaline, Obsidian, Ruby, Smokey Quartz & Fossils

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