Color: deep red

Element: earth

Location: base of the spine

Associated Body Parts: coccyx,anus,karge intestines, adrenal glands, back, legs, feet, bones

Basic Issues: satey survival,shelter, groundedness, nourishment,self esteen, trust boundries, physical health.

Gemstones and crystals: garnet, onyx, smokey quartz

Flower Essences: blackberry ,clematis,corn

Essential oils: bergamot, sandalwood, vetiver

Food: protein (e.g. soy, tofu,nuts,legumes)

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"Major issues of an unbalanced Root Chakra are feeling of isolation,abandonment, and lack of trust. fear may take control of our emotional and psychological health, We may feel uncomfortable or not present in the body, A sense of not being heard or noticed,or of being totally alone. There may be difficulty manifesting what is needed in life (such as finding a mate, a good job, a home, attracting friends), along with a belief in sacrcity (not enough money,clothes,food,happiness) and a conviction that material wealth is crucial.

Signs of an unbalanced first chakra:

-emotional or mental issues: fear anxiety, insecurity, vulnerability, worry , grief, depression,self centeredness,disconnection,numbness,distrust,low self esteem, greed

-physical issues: lower back pain, sciatica, obesity, anorexia,constipation, hemorrhoids, prostate problems, varicose veins

-common addictions: food, alcohol, sex

When the Root Chakra is balanced, the vital connection to lifeis strong and supported. our foundation is secure. We feel safe,grounded, alive and peaceful.

A balanced first chakra brings:
- a sense of safety
- a feeling of belonging and connection to others
-an ability to trust and a sense of acceptance
-a sense of fullfillment, of being at home in one's body and on the earth.

Beneficial activities that promote and maintain a balanced Root Chakra: yoga, walking, hiking, running,biking,gardening "


[taken from "the chakra deck" by olivia h. miller]