DESCRIPTION
In Sanskrit, the Root Chakra is known as Muladhara, which means "Root of EXISTENCE".
Mantra: Lam. I am...
Color: Red
Location: The base of the spine.
Function: Foundation. Grounding of the body to Earth, spirit to the body, spirit to the Universe.
It deals with instincts, safety, survival, security, boundaries, family, new beginnings, and gratitude.
Balanced: When balanced we can let go of fears that hold us back. We feel less worried and have a sense of ease. We let go of attachments. Physically we have an increased libido and weight management. Financially we are comfortable at the very least.
Overactive: An overactive Root Chakra has over-exaggerated boundaries and walls. Religiously or spiritually an overactive Root Chakra is closed-minded to anything other than what it believes. Everything is routine and secure, and there is greed with possessions. There is jealousy, suspicion, and impatience causing anger, short-temperament, and distrust. An overactive Root Chakra is loud and belligerent.
Blocked: A blocked Root Chakra can not settle down in work, habitat, or relationships. It is restless and has no focus. There are feelings of co-dependency, depression, abandonment, anxiety, fear, guilt, and resentment. It is always searching for that one something it can not find.
Anatomy: Legs, knees, and feet. Spine. Skin. Coccyx and adrenal glands. Teeth. Skeletal system. Large intestine and anus.
Element: Earth
Oils/Scents: Cedar, Rosewood, and Sandalwood.
Herbs: Black pepper, Cayenne, Chives, Cloves, Dandelion, Horseradish, Paprika, Rosemary, and Sage.
Associated Deadly Sin: Gluttony
Foods/Drinks: Roots and bright red foods- Beans, Beets, Carrots, Garlic, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radishes, Rainbow Chard, Soy, Tofu, tomatoes, strawberries, and cherries.
TODAYS' MEDITATION:
I prefer to meditate as soon as I wake up. First, drink a nice glass of water and blow your nose. Then sit in the Sukhasana pose, which is Indian style making sure your spine is straight (Head over heart, heart over hips). We are now going to do Nadi Sodhana (opposite nostrils breathing). Take your thumb and plug your left nostril, breathe in, switch your pinky to cover your right nostril while releasing your thumb from your left nostril, breathe out, and repeat for a total of four rounds.
Next, we go to YouTube and put on our favorite guided Root Chakra meditation. My personal favorite is called Chants for Root Chakra Healing by Meditative Mind. If you can find it they have one for each of the seven Chakras, find all seven and save them.
TODAYS' YOGA POSES:
The very first thing I recommend is talking to your doctor to be sure that you are healthy enough for this or for any exercise regimen before you start.
The second step is to look up the exact correct ways to do each pose. I recommend a site called Yoga Journal.
Each week I will pick three poses per Chakra. Try to hold each pose as long as you can and do not forget to breathe. For today
Sukhasana
Supported Malasana
Balasana
If you want to do an entire yoga sequence I recommend YouTubing "yoga with Adrienne". She is amazing.
CHAKRA CARD:
I use the set called Chakra Oracle Wisdom Cards by Tori Hartman. I continuously recommend that each of you get your own set with the book. There are legends in the book that go with each card that will help you better understand the lesson behind each card. I use a basic sentence of hers to get to the basic point. But trust me, these cards go much deeper and you will thank yourself later for the investment.
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