Working with Your Root Chakra

Chakra is a Sanskrit word which means ‘wheel of light’.

Traditionally, there are seven chakras and these are the energy centers of the etheric body. The chakras appear as wheel-like vortexes of pure energy and are sometimes referred to as ‘lotuses’. They spin at great speed and in a deeply spiritual person they become spheres of radiant energy. 

This month, we will work with the Root (Base) Chakra. This chakra is associated with the color red. It brings in the feelings of strength, survival, success, passion, security, focus, and grounding.

Which of these questions are TRUE for you? 

• I am physically present throughout the day.

• I am grounded most of the day.

• I am focused and can dive deep into projects and work.

• I can maintain my energy levels.

• I am safe and secure in all aspects of my life.

• I am loving my career, profession, and job.

If these questions are true for five or more questions, you have a healthy and active root chakra. 

Your root chakra may need healing and support when these conditions exist in your life: 

• Physical Conditions: Health issues with lower back, lower disc, legs, feet, and mobility

• Mental Conditions: Mental thoughts of lack, insecurity, instability, not enough, and being attacked

CRYSTALS

The following crystals align with this chakra:

• Garnet: This crystal brings in the energies of purification, balance, and serenity. 

• Red Jasper: Brings in strong protection and dissolves negative energies. This crystal allows you to feel more connected and grounded to the physical. 

These crystals can be red or black. They bring in the energies of protection, purification, and grounding. Some other crystals that work would be Hematite, Tourmaline, etc. 

ESSENTIAL OILS

You can use essential oils to open each of the chakras. You can suggest these essential oils for clients that need additional support and healing with their chakras. If they have circumstances or situations in their life that are causing them to close or block their chakras, then these are great recommendations. It may take additional healing and support to clear the root cause. 

ROOT (BASE) CHAKRA

• Cedar/Cedarwood

• Cloves

• Cypress

• Rosemary

• Rosewood

• Sandalwood

NOTE: Some essential oils will be beneficial for more than one chakra. If you do some research, you may find different perspectives. Follow the guidance that resonates the most with you. There is no right or wrong answer. Keep in mind that some individuals may have allergies to some essential oils or the carrier oil. 

You can diffuse, inhale, or apply a diluted amount to your chakra area. Essential oils provide a holistic approach to healing.