Root Chakra (Muladhara): Your Foundation For Health and Happiness

Muladhara, or Root Chakra, is the most essential Chakra present in the human body. But where is it exactly present? The Muladhara Chakra location in the human body is at the base of the spine, between the pelvic bones. This particular Chakra governs the body’s alignment with the external things of the Universe, i.e., the alignment of energies between the spiritual and physical self and the harmonious relationship between the conscious and the subconscious. 

In fact, the position of the Muladhara Chakra allows individuals to feel more at peace with themselves and others. Doesn’t it make you curious already? Now that we’ve shed light on the basic details surrounding Root Chakra, let’s read more about its influence on body, mind, and soul!

• Root Chakra Location: Spine Area
• Root Chakra Colour: Red
• Root Chakra Element: Earth

What is Root Chakra?

The Root Chakra, as already mentioned, is called Muladhara in Sanskrit. This Sanskrit word means “root base” or “root support”. Located at the base, it is considered to be the starting point for developing and maintaining balance in the body. However, the Root Chakra is located as the last energy point of the spine, providing support and foundation for all the chakras above it. Is it possible to picture a tree without its roots? No right! Similarly, Root Chakra is a parent energy point from which all other energy points or chakras have originated. 

If Root Chakra is the support needed to strengthen all chakra points situated on the spine, it can definitely be an essential chakra to control all sorts of mental and physical problems. Thus, imbalance in the Root Chakra needs to be prevented and healed. 

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How does Root Chakra Work?

We just briefly glanced over the meaning of Root Chakra. We shall now understand how it works and functions to provide us with the kind of balance needed to get the body going. 

The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is the first of your seven chakras. It manages your sense of safety, stability and basic needs in the world. The Root Chakra connects you to the earth, grounding you in the present moment and stabilising your energy. When this chakra is activated in your body, that means it is open and balanced. And you may feel more confident about yourself and your place in the world.

When you are good at public dealing and are able to convince your friends, clients or investors in an office scenario, just know that your Root Chakra is working properly. However, you may need to pay attention so that it doesn’t become over-active because that can exhaust you. And all your body demands is balance. 

Root Chakra Symptoms

You may wonder – Is my Root Chakra balanced? The answer is in your symptoms. There are certain signs that indicate if this chakra in your body is balanced or unbalanced. 

1. Root Chakra Opening Symptoms

Opening your Muladhara chakra can lead to significant improvements in your physical and emotional health. As the foundational chakra, this chakra provides a stable form of life with security. When Root Chakra is open and balanced, you will experience the following symptoms:

• Your body’s energy flows freely, leading to improved stamina and immunity. You feel more energised and able to take on challenging tasks.
• Your body’s rhythms are in sync, including your sleep-wake cycle. You fall asleep more easily, sleep more soundly through the night and feel more rested.
• You have sharp memory, attention and focus. There are no distracting thoughts, and your productivity is maximum.
• You feel grounded, stable and secure. And you are able to face difficulties with courage.

2. Root Chakra Blocked Symptoms

When your Root chakra is blocked, it means that your chakra is imbalanced. This causes various physical, emotional and mental difficulties. Let us know the symptoms or signs that indicate a blocked Root Chakra.

• If you are having trouble concentrating or can’t find the motivation to start projects, your Muladhara could be blocked.
• You face money troubles or an inability to find a stable job. Blockages in the Root Chakra can manifest as either overspending, underspending or difficulty creating financial abundance.
• The Root Chakra governs your bones, teeth, large intestine, adrenal glands, and pelvic region. Frequent issues in these areas of the body can indicate an imbalance in your Root Chakra. Some signs include lower back pain, weight changes, constipation and fatigue.
• You feel anxious and disconnected from your present moment. You may feel unstable or ungrounded, having difficulty focusing on day-to-day tasks with no sense of direction and no purpose in life.

How To Activate Root Chakra?

Seeing the symptoms, if you feel your Root Chakra needs attention, you may consider the following healing methods to activate it. Questions like how to balance Muladhara Chakra or how to balance Root Chakra are answered ahead.

Root Chakra Affirmations 

• “I feel safe and secure.”
• “I trust in the abundance of the universe.”
• “I stand firmly grounded and rooted.”
• “I nurture myself with comfort and ease.”

Root Chakra Crystals

• Red Jasper: It helps ground energy and stabilise emotions.
• Hematite: It aids manifestation and attracts abundance.
• Black Tourmaline: It protects negative energy.
• Garnet: It boosts self-confidence and vitality

Root Chakra Yoga

• Bridge Pose: Lie on your back with your knees bent. It strengthens the hips and the spine.
• Seated Twist: Gently twist your body towards the back. It gently opens out the lower back and the trunk of the body.
• Chair Pose: Hold the position of sitting in a chair. It strengthens the legs and boosts energy.
• Root Chakra Mudra: Hold your palms together and form a Namaste. Bring it close to your heart. Now join the little and ring finger. This is your position of Muladhara Chakra. The Root Chakra Muladhara Mudra boosts heart, lungs, pancreas and kidney functions.

Meditations for Root Chakra

• Visualise a red glowing physical object at the base of your spine that indicates power.
• Take deep breaths and repeat “I am safe, I am secure, I am stable” as a mantra.
• Imagine roots extending from your body to the earth, grounding you.
• Close your eyes and focus on the flow of energy moving up and down your spine.

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Conclusion

The Root Chakra is the actual Root or beginning point of the body and holds immense significance in not just spirituality but also medical science. Since this Chakra is positioned between the pelvic bones, it is said to govern the digestive system of the body, anus, bladder, and the bottom of the feet. Now, per the sciences, a human body is formed after the rectum is formed. Since the Root Chakra rules over this body part, it is said that the Muladhara Chakra is responsible for the cycle of life. 

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