1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)

The Root Chakra, called Muladhara in Sanskrit, is the first chakra located at the base of the spine. It forms the foundation of our energy system and symbolizes safety, stability, and connection to the Earth.

What is the Root Chakra?

The Root Chakra is the energy center that connects us to physical life and our basic needs such as survival, security, food, and shelter. When this chakra is balanced, you feel safe, grounded, and firmly rooted in life.

Characteristics & meaning

• Color: Red
• Element: Earth
• Symbol: A four-petaled lotus flower
• Themes: Grounding, safety, survival, stability

A healthy Root Chakra provides trust, a strong sense of security, and a natural connection with your body and the Earth.

When the chakra is out of balance

• Blocked: Fear, insecurity, financial worries, physical issues in legs/feet.
• Overactive: Materialism, anger, being overly controlling.

How to work with the Root Chakra

• Meditation & visualization: Imagine a bright red light at your tailbone, glowing with strength and stability.
• Grounding in nature: Walk barefoot, spend time in the forest, or practice gardening.
• Crystals: Red Jasper, Hematite, Black Tourmaline.
• Yoga poses: Mountain (Tadasana), Warrior (Virabhadrasana), Tree (Vrksasana).

Summary

The Root Chakra is the foundation of our energy system. Balancing this chakra creates stability, trust, and a strong connection to the Earth – the perfect basis for the development of the other chakras.