The root chakra is at the base and the root of the entire chakra system.

According to yogic teachings, this is the seat of Kundalini energy and the point where the energy enters the body.

If the base chakra is firm, life energy can flow unencumbered through all the energy channels and stimulate personal and physical development.

The first chakra supplies life energy to the body, soul, and spirit.

It preserves and replenishes life and is as such tied to the survival instinct and the conservation of the species.

Root chakra functions as an anchor that grounds you and gives you much-needed stability, which is necessary for everyday life, especially in situations when you are exploring your spirituality.

If the first chakra is imbalanced, it is blocking the energy flow to all other vitality channels.

The base chakra is associated with emoting that is forceful but not long lasting.

Muladhara is tied to the core life elements such as trust and the ability to relax. It reflects in areas such as security, stability, and survival.

Imbalanced or poorly functioning root chakra results in extreme ego-centrism or fear of life.

Stability of a firm base is vital for health and life to thrive, especially in a modern world where equilibrium, structure, and order are often hard to find.