This article was co-authored by Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Dr. Karina Menali is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, Faculty Member at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the Owner of Kai Wellness. She specializes in holistic health, Chinese herbal medicine, and functional medicine. Dr. Menali also helps patients through emotional and spiritual trauma. She holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Massachusetts, Boston, a Master's from Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA, and a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page.
This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources.
This article has been viewed 66,720 times.
Have you been feeling unsteady lately, like you can’t find the ground beneath your feet? This could be because your root chakra, also known as Muladhara, is blocked. The root chakra is responsible for helping you feel grounded and secure, and if energy is moving away from this chakra, you may experience moodiness and uncertainty. Opening your chakras is all about letting positive energy in. We’ve put together a list of mindful ways you can open your root chakra, so keep reading to learn how you can feel stable again.
Steps
wikiHow Quiz: What Chakra Do I Need to Balance?
Expert Q&A
-
QuestionWhat are chakras?Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OMDr. Karina Menali is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, Faculty Member at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the Owner of Kai Wellness. She specializes in holistic health, Chinese herbal medicine, and functional medicine. Dr. Menali also helps patients through emotional and spiritual trauma. She holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Massachusetts, Boston, a Master's from Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA, and a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental MedicineLicensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental MedicineExpert AnswerChakras are energy centers in the body. They correspond to the glandular system in human anatomy. -
QuestionHow do you open the chakras?Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OMDr. Karina Menali is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, Faculty Member at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the Owner of Kai Wellness. She specializes in holistic health, Chinese herbal medicine, and functional medicine. Dr. Menali also helps patients through emotional and spiritual trauma. She holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from The University of Massachusetts, Boston, a Master's from Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA, and a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental MedicineLicensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental MedicineExpert AnswerAccording to ancient Yogic practices, chakra centers can be activated by meditating, chanting mantras, doing specialized breathing exercises, using certain ayurvedic herbs, and doing yoga.
Video
Tips
References
- ↑ https://www.colorpsychology.org/chakra-colors/
- ↑ Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM. Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental Medicine. Expert Interview. 25 August 2021.
- ↑ https://www.gaia.com/article/7-chakras-what-you-need-to-know-about-chakra-alignment
- ↑ https://insighttimer.com/mpkelly/guided-meditations/root-chakra-breath-for-grounding
- ↑ Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM. Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental Medicine. Expert Interview. 25 August 2021.
- ↑ Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM. Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental Medicine. Expert Interview. 25 August 2021.
- ↑ https://www.mindful.org/meditation/mindfulness-getting-started/
- ↑ https://youtu.be/KCn6NiGO-gU?t=139
- ↑ https://www.gaia.com/article/7-chakras-what-you-need-to-know-about-chakra-alignment