Root chakra meaning
The root chakra, also called Muladhara, is the first of our 7 main chakras. Its balance favours our anchoring in the matter. Thanks to it, we feel good in our body and do not give in to excesses. It is important that our root chakra is neither too open nor too closed in order to move forward in life on a healthy basis. In this article, we reveal the secrets of the root chakra. You will learn to understand it and the effects of an unbalanced root chakra. Finally, we will give you our advice on how to harmonize your root chakra with the stones.
The meaning of the root chakra
The root chakra is called Muladhara. In Sanskrit, Mula means root and Adhara means support. In other words, the root chakra is the chakra that ensures our anchoring, our connection with the Earth. Located at the level of the perineum, between the anus and the sexual organs, it is the primary place of life. The root chakra ensures the balance of our physical body. It is the starting point and has an influence on the organs of the lower body, as well as on the bones, blood circulation and our immune system: the very structure of our physical body.
Thus, the root chakra is also the most important chakra, because it is the chakra of the beginning of life. It develops from the moment we are born and during the first 7 years of our existence and the influences it has received at that time also determine its balance throughout our life.
When our root chakra is harmonious, we feel good in the present moment. We are in good physical and mental health, we feel at ease in our body, have confidence in ourselves and in our abilities. Muladhara governs the survival instinct, security and basic needs (a roof, food and drink). It is related to sexuality as well. Finally, it is somewhat related to self-confidence, because a deep sense of insecurity leads to a loss of self-confidence.
It is interesting to know that the root chakra acts on two important minor chakras: those of the feet and the knees. The foot chakras are the only chakras capable of establishing a direct link between the Earth and the Universe. They also allow us to send our negative energies back to the Earth. The knee chakra is the chakra that influences our submission or, on the contrary, our authority. It also has an influence on the way we feed ourselves.
Thus, when it is unbalanced, the root chakra causes many physical ailments. We will immediately see the symptoms of a root chakra that is too open and those of a blocked root chakra.
The effects of an unbalanced root chakra
Before we understand how an imbalance of the root chakra manifests itself, let's try to understand why and how our first chakra can be blocked.
Why is our root chakra out of balance?
First of all, as we said above, the root chakra is the one that develops during our early childhood. Thus, important events such as those of daily life have an influence on the opening of our muladhara chakra. The way parents take care of their child will have an influence on the root chakra. For example, overprotection of the child or, on the contrary, physical or verbal violence (even minimal) will probably generate a general feeling of insecurity fuelled by fears such as fear of missing or fear of abandonment. This is very difficult to avoid, as parents have their own insecurities and anxieties that they transfer to their children.
Throughout life, the root chakra is endangered when an accident or a major event upsets its balance. These can include a car accident, the loss of a loved one, a love break-up, the loss of a job, financial problems, or the arrival of a baby or a love encounter. These events, happy or not, upset a pattern that has sometimes been established for many years, torment emotions and involve finding one's roots.
We must imagine ourselves as a tree: our root chakra helps us to be deeply anchored in the Earth so that in case of a light breeze like a big storm, only our leaves move without ever disturbing our posture.
Recognizing a blocked root chakra
When the root chakra is blocked, we are plagued by a deep insecurity that manifests itself in devaluation, fear or submission. We are afraid to miss, afraid to die, afraid to be abandoned or afraid of change. We have difficulty letting go or staying focused and need to accumulate. With others, we can also detect excessive submission and emotional dependence.
Blocked Muladhara means that we are not anchored to the Earth, we do not have our feet on the ground. As a result, we are often caught in daydreams, "with our heads in the clouds", we have great difficulty making decisions and a general feeling of tiredness overwhelms us.
Physically, these blockages result in constipation, poor circulation of body fluids, sexual or digestive dysfunctions, and a tendency to eating disorders such as anorexia.
Signs of a root chakra that is too open
Conversely, the root chakra that is too open is the door to all excesses and addictions. Insecurity manifests itself in an exaggerated way and we fall prey to bad habits and devastating emotions, harmful to body and mind.
Addiction to sex, food, alcohol, drugs, stress, hypertension, weight gain, bulimia, cholesterol and rheumatism are symptoms of a bad anchoring.
Emotionally, we become selfish, authoritarian, angry, violent or hyperactive. We express strong and violent, excessive emotions. As you will have understood, muladhara can be the seat of all excesses when it is not balanced. Balancing one's chakras is a work that takes time and requires awareness and practice. There are many different ways to balance one's root chakra. Whether it is through meditation, stones, mantras, yoga, nature outings or your diet, you can harmonize your root chakra in your daily life easily.
One of the most effective ways to harmonize your muladhara chakra throughout the day is to wear a stone jewel for the root chakra.
Diseases related to the Root Chakra:
• Intestinal disorders
• Hemorrhoids
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Joint problems
• Osteoporosis
• Venous Stases
• Cramps
• Venous and blood pressure problems
• Stress-related disorders and illnesses
• Allergies
When should the Root Chakra be harmonized?
• When we lack self-confidence
• When you don't feel good in your body
• When we are afraid of the existence
• When you don't have your feet on the ground
• When we are too often overwhelmed by difficulties
• When we lack energy
• When you don't exercise
• When suffering from digestive or intestinal problems
• When you suffer from lumbosacral or sciatic pain
Stones to balance the root chakra
In lithotherapy, the stones of the root chakra are the red or black stones. A bracelet or a necklace in red or black stone will help you to balance your root chakra. Indeed, the power of the stones on our chakras acts when they are in direct contact with our skin. Their vibrations resonate with ours and this allows the deep energies contained in the stones to pass through.
If you wish to balance your root chakra, here are the stones that will have the most influence. It is not always easy to choose a particular stone for lithotherapy. Our advice is: trust yourself. Read our explanations and see the words that most resonate with what you are experiencing. Follow your desires and your feelings, they are the messages sent by your chakras.
Carnelian
Carnelian is a red stone that restores vitality and energy. It promotes sexual fulfillment, increases fertility and removes the fear of death. If you are afraid of change, it makes it easier to adapt to new situations.
In the case of a root chakra that is too open, it soothes anger, resentment or jealousy. In addition, carnelian acts strongly on physical ailments since it relieves rheumatism, headaches and painful periods, purifies the blood and kidneys, facilitates digestion and transit and strengthens bones.
It is a stone that acts in depth and will have an effect on people seeking to rebalance a root chakra that is too open.
The Black Obsidian
The black obsidian is a very powerful stone especially in front of a blocked root chakra. Indeed, this stone of protection comes from the heart of the Earth and is directly connected to the Cosmos. This exceptional energy makes it an ideal stone to open its root chakra by putting aside the notorious fear of insecurity.
In this, the black obsidian is ideal for fragile people both physically and psychologically. It protects the mind from instability and reduces joint pain or cramps.
Black Tourmaline
Black Tourmaline is a very powerful stone that stores negative energies to eliminate them towards the ground. It is a key stone in lithotherapy, because its powers are amazing, especially when you want to open your root chakra. Indeed, in direct contact with the skin, it develops the vibratory rate and will reconnect you to the Earth.
The Agate
Agate is an important stone for the root chakra because it is called an anchor stone. It stabilizes the aura and the energy of the physical body, for a better connection with the telluric energies. In addition, Agate ensures the balance yin/yang, between the feminine and masculine. If you have digestion problems, agate can also help you.
Know that there are other stones that can act on your root chakra. Worn as a bracelet, Red Jasper, Hematite, Smoky Quartz, Jet, Red Calcite or Black Opal are stones that will have beneficial effects to harmonize your root chakra.
