Root Chakra

The Root Chakra is located at the base of the spine or coccyx. This Chakra is related to survival, our body and identity as an individual. Our health, constitution and security including material wealth are also linked to the root chakra

This is the chakra that controls our animal nature, along with taste and smell. It’s also associated with the adrenals, kidneys, muscles, and arterial blood.This chakra links a person with the physical world and is our base for our life energy. This is the one that gives us the motivation to eat, sleep and even to procreate. When it comes to our spiritual nature, it helps us develop our personal integrity. It also affects our self-esteem and sense of belonging and family.


Gemstones like hematite, bloodstone, black tourmaline, labodorite, garnet, ruby, onyx, fire agate, smoky quartz, star ruby and red jasper are beneficial in balancing this chakra.

Properties	Description
Color:	Red
Sanskrit:	Muladhara
Symbol:	Square
Location:	Perineum between sexual organs and anus
Mode:	Survival
State:	Groundedness
Sense:	Smell
Gemstones:	Agate, Bloodstone, Garnet, Red Coral, and Ruby
Planets:	Earth, Saturn
Power:	Gravity
Associations:	Groundedness, Survial Instincts, Vitality, Strength, Money, Security, Karma.
Related Body Parts:	Prostate Gland (men), Bladder, Elimination System, Lymph System, Skeleton System, Teeth, Sacral Plexus, Lower Extremities
Gods:	Ganesha
Yoga Style:	Hatha Yoga

Problems Associated with Root Chakra :
1 : Physical- Some of the associated problems relating to the Root Chakra are:-

• Constipation.
• Diarrhoea.
• Piles.
• Colitis.
• Crohn's disease
• Cold fingers and toes.
• Frequency of urination.
• Hypertension (high blood pressure).
• Kidney stones.
• Impotence.
• Problems with hips, legs and feet.

2 : Psycho-spiritual

This chakra relates to self awareness. It is the area of survival and stability and your place on this earth and security issues.

When this chakra is balanced the positive aspects of this colour will prevail. However, an imbalance in this chakra can produce the negative aspects of this colour.

Positive and Negative aspects of Root Chakra

Positive aspects :  Some of the positive aspects of this colour/chakra are:-

• Assertiveness
• Courage
• Strength of will
• Pioneering

Negative aspects : Some of the negative aspects of this colour/chakra are:-

• Insecurity                                         
• Self pitying
• Aggressive
• Fearful

Balance Root Chakra
Dancing is very good for grounding. In the summer, go barefoot. House cleaning and cooking is also grounding. Hug a tree, take care of your plants.
Focusing on the color red can help bring your energetic body "down to earth" and in alignment with your physical body. Opening this Chakra by using colors, scents and crystals

for the Guidelines and Treatment of Root Chakra