In part one of this series, we begin our journey with the root chakra. The root chakra is associated with stability, grounding, and security — its core issue is survival. This chakra has an association to the element of Earth. Problems with this chakra can manifest in several emotional and physical symptoms. Let’s look at some of the most obvious indications that your root chakra needs attention.

I plan to do a seven-part series on the Chakra system and figured it would be a good idea to write an introduction. Knowing I tend to cherry-pick, I figured it was probably a good idea to refamiliarise myself with the nuts and bolts I'd likely discarded decades ago. I made a start by listening to a sixteen-hour audiobook that was written by Anodea Judith.