Before you can rise, you must first root.
The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is the foundation of your entire energy system. It governs your sense of safety, survival, and belonging—like the roots of a tree anchoring you to the Earth.
Location & Symbol
The Root Chakra is located at the base of your spine. It’s associated with the color red and the element earth. Its symbol is a four-petaled lotus, often containing a square and a downward-facing triangle.
What It Governs
- Basic needs: food, shelter, safety
- Connection to the physical body and the Earth
- Stability, trust, and financial security
- Feeling “at home” in yourself and in the world
Signs of a Balanced Root Chakra
- You feel grounded, safe, and secure
- You trust yourself and life’s flow
- You’re comfortable in your body
- You have stable routines and finances
Signs of Imbalance
When the Root Chakra is underactive, you may feel:
- Fearful, anxious, disconnected, or unsafe
- Unmotivated or stuck in survival mode
- Financially unstable or insecure
When it’s overactive, you may experience:
- Obsession with security or control
- Materialism, rigidity, or hoarding
- Aggression or impatience
Healing the Root Chakra
To balance and strengthen this chakra, focus on grounding practices and earthy rituals:
🧘♂️ Breathwork – Slow, deep belly breathing to calm the nervous system
🔥 Fire or Candle Ritual – Write down fears and release them through burning
🥾 Walk Barefoot – Reconnect with the Earth through direct contact
🥬 Eat Root Vegetables – Think beets, carrots, potatoes
🪘 Drumming – Rhythmic beats reconnect you to primal energy
🙏 Affirmations –
“I am grounded. I am safe. I trust the Earth beneath me.”
Reflection
Healing your Root Chakra is the first step in building an unshakable foundation. When your roots run deep, you can rise high and weather any storm.