The First Chakra (also known as Muladhara, the base, kundalini or Root Chakra) is located at the base of the spine. It is represented by the color “red”, which symbolizes vitality, strength, passion and instinct. This chakra is what grounds us in the physical world and helps to create a profound connection with the planet, your surroundings and your earthly body. Here are five grounding root chakra crystals that can help you keep an open and balanced Root Chakra.
Red Tiger’s Eye
Red Tiger’s Eye is a very exhilarating crystal that helps to provide you with encouragement and overcome apathy. It helps you in healing by boosting your slow metabolism and also can help in increasing your sexual energy. Working with this crystal can help with confidence issues and encourages a peaceful state no matter where you may be or what you may be doing. This crystal is a very powerful grounding force that will keep you connected to the earth.
Fire Agate
Fire Agate has a rooted connection to the earth and it provides a soothing, safe, secure and calming energy. With these powerful properties it is able to help when times are not easy in your life. Meditating with this crystal will help to provide relaxation and will help you to “chill-out”. This crystal forms a protective shield around the body, repelling harm and ill-will back to its source. The fire element that is in its name corresponds and helps with your sexual energy, ignites your Root Chakra and strengthens intensity on all levels.
Hematite
Hematite is very efficient at safeguarding and protecting. It does a great job at getting rid of negativity and shielding negative energies from entering your body’s atmosphere. Working closely with hematite can also lead to improvement to self-esteem, confidence, reliability and willpower. This crystal is also used to restore, strengthen, and regulate the blood supply.
Jet
Jet removes negative energy and eases irrational concerns. This crystal does a good job of protecting and being a vigilant defender against violence and ill health. Working with Jet will help you to be able to get back in control of your life. Your mood will stay more balanced, helping to relieve depression and bring some cohesion to your life.
Smoky Quartz
Smoky Quartz is one of the most dynamic grounding and secure crystals that is also capable of raising your vibes during meditation. This crystal helps to comfort worry, lift your mood, and bring emotional composure. It helps with your mindset, inducing a more positive and down-to-earth thought pattern. It helps with navigating conflicts and fostering healthier communication.
Having these 5 grounding crystals in your life can be very helpful in maintaining a well-balanced Root Chakra. Always remember that the mind is all and you are able to balance yourself by simply sitting down and meditating. Crystals are earthly tools that are here to help and assist you on your spiritual journey.
