The Root Chakra
Attribute: Foundation of Life
Color: Red
Element: Earth
Sensory Function: Smell
Gland: Adrenal Glands
Stones: Ruby, Red Jasper, Garnet, Red Coral, Hematite, Black Tourmaline, Tiger’s Eye
Muladhara, also known as the base or Root Chakra, is the lowest of our seven Chakras, located at the base of the spine. As the name suggests, it is our root, energetically connecting us to the Earth. This is referred to as grounding or being grounded.
The energy of the Root Chakra provides us with the essential life energies needed to maintain a healthy body. Muladhara is connected to the basic survival needs of humans, the physical aspect of sexuality, and our inherent primal trust.
It promotes stability, assertiveness, self-confidence, and steadfastness, and is characteristic of grounded individuals. Additionally, this Chakra is crucial for feelings of security, safety, and trust in areas such as career, money, and our home.
The following symptoms indicate that the Root Chakra is out of balance:
- Lack of life energy
- Low zest for life
- Lack of trust in life
- Existential fears
- Mistrust
- Phobias (e.g., fear of spiders or similar)
- Mental exhaustion
- Depression
- Bowel diseases
- Hemorrhoids
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Lower back pain
- Lumbago
- Sciatica
- Bone diseases
- Osteoporosis
- Pain in legs and feet
- Varicose veins and venous disorders
- Anemia
- Blood pressure fluctuations
- Stress-related illnesses
- Allergic complaints
