The ROOT Chakra
1st Charka

Also known as
Security Center, Muladhara

Color : Red

Physical Location
Base of the spine
The perineum, the point between the anus and the sex organs

Purposes
Kinesthetic feelings, movement

Area of Body Governed
spinal column, kidneys, legs, feet, rectum, immune system, Lymph system,
skeleton system (teeth and bones), the prostate gland in men, the sacral plexus,
the bladder and elimination system, and the lower extremities (legs - feet, ankles , etc.).
Also the nose, since it is the organ of the sense of smell, and associated with survival.

Physical dysfunctions associated with base chakra
lower back pain, sciatica, varicose veins, rectal tumors,
depression, immune related disorders

Endocrine gland
Adrenal glands

Sense: Smell

Mental/Emotional Issues
survival, self esteem, social order, security, family

Information stored in base chakra
familial beliefs, superstitions, loyalty, instincts, physical pleasure or pain, touch

Consciousness
Safety, Secunity, Trust, Survival, Money, Honme and job

Element: Earth

Spiritual Lesson
material world lessons

Gemstones
Hematite, Black Tourmaline, Onyx

Flower Essences
Corn, Rosemary

Musical Notes
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