Safety, belonging, abundance: It all starts here

The Energy of You Volume XX Issue #32

Hi Reader,

September has sped by, full calendar, full mind, full days. It had me thinking about something I return to again and again when life gets busy: foundation. When everything feels a little chaotic, it is your inner stability, your energetic roots, that help ground and steady you.

Have you ever noticed how a walk on the beach or sitting under a tree makes you feel calmer and steadier? That's your root chakra in action, quietly anchoring you to stability and safety.

This month, let's take a look at the root chakra, the energetic center that governs your sense of safety, stability, and belonging.

Think of your root chakra as the foundation of your house. If it is strong and steady, everything built on top feels safer and more secure.

Chakra work is a core practice for me. It doesn't take much time and can be easily woven into a daily routine.

The Root of It All

Name: Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Symbol: Four-petaled lotus
Color: Red
Mantra: Lam
Element: Earth
Crystal: Tiger’s Eye or Smoky Quartz
Essential Oils: Ylang Ylang or Sandalwood

The root chakra sits at the base of the spine, in the area of the perineum. It governs your connection to physical reality, safety, and survival. It is the base of your journey, the foundation upon which you build. Its essence is the ability to provide for life’s necessities and to feel a sense of belonging.

How It Feels When Balanced

When your root chakra is steady, you feel grounded, secure, and supported. You have a sense of abundance, of being and having enough. It allows you to give and receive in healthy ways, to feel connected to community, and to trust in your ability to meet life’s challenges.

Signs of Imbalance

Thought patterns may include:

Scarcity: “There is never enough.”
Isolation: “I don’t fit in.”
Struggle: “Life is always a battle.”
Distrust: “I always have to watch my back.”

Behaviors may include:

Avoiding change or new experiences
Focusing on what is lacking
Feeling trapped in family or community expectations
Difficulty being yourself
Blaming others or feeling like the victim

Physical signs may include:

Chronic low back pain
Fatigue
Immune challenges
Depression or anxiety
Sciatica or varicose veins

An underactive root chakra often feels fearful, anxious, or disconnected. An overactive root chakra may appear as resistance to change, controlling behavior, or excessive focus on material possessions.

Simple Practices to Rebalance

Physical activity or yoga
Barefoot walking on natural ground
Listening to steady, primal rhythms such as drumming
Reading stories of resilience and transformation

A Mini Root Chakra Practice

Sit comfortably. Breathe deeply into the base of your spine. Imagine a warm red light glowing there. With each exhale, repeat softly to yourself:

My worries and fears about safety and security are dissolving.
My needs are continually and abundantly met.
I am safe. I am secure. I am free.

Spend a few minutes here, breathing, visualizing, and repeating whichever affirmation feels right.

Reflection Questions

Am I struggling in any area of my life right now?
Do I feel tense, moody, or ungrounded? If so, what triggers it?
Am I able to stay focused and meet my personal goals?

Your answers can guide you to a more personal affirmation or practice.

Explore Further

If you would like to go deeper:

Try my free Chakra Cleansing Meditation for guided support.

I would love to hear from you. Have you ever noticed your root chakra out of balance? What helps you feel most grounded and secure?

See you next week.

Be Inspired,

Cathy

P.S. I've been working on a course on Mind-Body Medicine to support longevity for women to start in the fall (click here if you want to be on the early notification list).

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