The Root Chakra is the first of the several main chakras that are located at the tail bone. The Root Chakra is symbolized by the colour red and represents physical needs. Muladhara or the root chakra is one of the seven primary chakras according to Hindu tantrism. It is symbolized by a lotus with four petals and the colour pink or red

Signs and symptoms of a Blocked Root Chakra 

When your root chakra is blocked (underactive) it means your basic needs are not met. This can represent itself in feelings such as being anxious, nervous and angry. A blocked root chakra can also cause a scarcity mindset, meaning a feeling of lack, poverty or a lack of security. This can also represent your body and can cause issues with your bowel and digestive system as well as pain in the lower back, legs and feet.

Signs and symptoms of an Over Active Root Charka 

When your root chakra is overactive, it means it’s not balanced and is working in full force. Since the root chakra is about security, when it is overactive you may experience greed and be more materialistic, which results in selfishness. This can also represent aggression, as well as overeating and craving unhealthy foods.

Signs of a Balance Root Charka 

When your root chakra is balanced you have a sense of feeling, balanced Grounded and safe in your energy. You have a sense of security, are centred in your life and are happy to be alive. If you feel like your root chakra is unbalanced, either blocked or overactive you can realign it to balance it. Since the root chakra is all about being grounded, stable and safe, doing things that get you into your body and feeling connected will help you to open it: yoga, dancing, going for walks, getting a massage, walking barefoot or putting your hands in the earth will all help to heal this chakra. As well as associated with the colour red.