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About the Root Chakra:

  • Associated with the physical world, basic survival needs and the foundation of your life. Things such as finances, physical exercise, routines, work and past life karma are also associated with this chakra.
  • Elementally, it is associated with the earth, and its mantra is, “I have.”
  • The root chakra is the first chakra located at the base of the spine and extends through your legs and feet.
  • You’ll need to feel grounded and secure when you work with the third eye and crown chakras.

Signs the Root Chakra is Open:

  • ability to listen to your body
  • fears and worries you have will fade away quickly
  • healthier eating habits
  • releasing anxieties and limiting beliefs
  • you could feel tingling or heat in: the bottoms of your feet, tour palms or your pelvic floor
  • you feel a deep inner, rooted connection with the Earth, planets, other people, and the universe
  • you feel at home in your own skin, likely for the first time in your life
  • you feel safe, protected, and have an inner knowing that you’ll be taken care of

Signs the Root Chakra is Blocked:

  • a fear of basic needs going unmet or a scarcity mindset
  • avoidance of conflict
  • can’t finish projects or focus
  • depression, anxiety and stress
  • difficulty with communication
  • feel like your nerves are fried or are spacey
  • feelings of deep shame
  • feelings of disconnection, voicelessness, or powerlessness
  • feelings of instability, insecurity and not really having any real roots or grounding in the physical world
  • impulse to hoard things and money
  • questioning things more than usual
  • strong urge to be physical or go outside
  • stuck, lost, stagnant, depleted, or flighty

How to Open the Root Chakra:

  • drink earthy teas
  • eat
  • get physical / start an exercise routine
  • grounding crystals: Bloodstone, Black Tourmaline, Red Jasper, Obsidian, Carnelian, Ruby, Agate, Garnet, Hematite, Tiger's Eye, Smoky Quartz, Black Onyx, Tree Agate
  • grounding mediation
  • grounding scents: palo santo, frankincense, myrrh, rosemary, sandalwood, clove, cedarwood, patchouli, pine, and chamomile - anything earthy
  • high frequencies
  • set your intention with affirmations:
    • I am at home in my body.
    • I am centered and grounded.
    • I am here and I am safe.
    • I have everything I need to create the life I desire.
    • With every breath, I release all anxiety and fear.
  • spend some time connecting with nature
  • work on a financial foundation
  • yin yoga
nov 28 2021 ∞
dec 31 2021 +