Muladhara - The Base Chakra

The base chakra is considered the grounding or primary energy source; the powerful, primal life energy of our kundalini [Sanskrit - animal instincts for self-preservation]. This energy lies coiled like a snake, waiting to be awakened by our divinely inspired higher will so it can climb up our spine and complete the energizing and balacing of our chakras.

The base chakra controls, energizes, and strengthens the whole physical body, including the skeletal and muscular systems, the spine, the production and quality of blood producted, the adrenal glands, the sexual organs, and the tissues of the body and of the internal organs. It also affects body heat, general vitality and the growth of infants and children.

When this chakra is malfunctioning or in imbalance, any of the following can occur: arthritis, spinal ailments, blood ailments, cancer, bone cancer, leukemia, allergy, growth problems, low vitality, and slow healing of wounds and broken bones.

Navigate through the seven primary chakras

Main Chakra page | Muladhara | Svadishana | Manipura | Anahata | Visuddha | Ajna | Sahasrara

The Color Red:

Attributes: Energy, action, confidence, courage, change, brings passion and strength to relationship, life, and work. Powerfully linked to the most primitive physical and emotional needs of survival and self-preservation. Grounded, centered, belonging, pride, fully alive, able to trust in self and others, independent, determinded, patient, constant, abmitious, committment, mobilizing, and warming.

When this chakra is blocked, the results can be: lack of energy and vitality, depression, anxiety, fear, anger, and/or frustration.

Red spiritually affects: stability, security, grounding, courage, action, physical and emotional survival.

Red physically affects: adrenal glands, kidneys, spinal column, back, hips, legs and feet. If the immune system is slow-moving, red will give it a boost. Red also increases fertility in both men and women. Red helps with mentrual problems, blood and circulation, stops bleeding, heals rashes and wounds.

Too MUCH red: lose temper quickly, agitated, overbearing, demanding, un-nerving, oppressive, violent, greedy, egotistical, domineering, bossy, addicted to wealth, high strung, hyperactive, dishonest, cunning.

Too LITTLE red: fearful, lethargic, cautious, whiny, manipulative, can not reach goals, lack of self-confidence, feel unloved, not grounded, suicidal, weak willed, feel sexually inadequate, frustration, alienation, possessive, need approval from others, and crave excitement.

When you add more red to your wardrobe and environment, energy levels are instantly heightened. Wear red when you have a job that must get done, need a lot of energy, need/want to feel confident and in control, need increased enthusiasm and interest, need action and confidence to go after your dreams, and need protection from fears and anxieties.

Crystals and Gemstones: Ruby, Carnelian, Cuprite, Garnet, Red Jade, Moonstone, Red Jasper, Calcite, Sardonyx.

Red stones offer protection, courage, vitality, staminia, and energy.

Essential Oils and Flowers: Musk, vetiver, basil, and all root oils.

Red is most chosen by extroverts and males.

In China - red symbolizes prosperity and joy. Brides wear red and the front doors are painted red.

Red is Tuesday's color.

Ruby rings should worn on the left hand.

Red is the color of Mars

Red is good to wear in the winter, during the night, in order to stimulate circulation.

In most accidents, red is present in clothing, the color of the cars involved, or elsewhere in the accident environment.