Yoga Practice Name
Mooldhara (मूलाधारा)
Description and Steps
| Name and Sanskrit Spelling | The Sanskrit name is मूलाधार, transliterated as "Mūlādhāra," and pronounced "moo-laa-dha-ra." |
| Meaning and Symbolism | "Mūla" means root and "ādhāra" means support or foundation. It symbolizes stability, grounding, and survival instincts. It represents the foundation of the entire chakra system. |
| Location | Base of the spine, at the perineum or coccygeal plexus. |
| Associated Element (Tattva) | Earth (Prithvi) |
| Seed (Bija) Mantra | LAM |
| Number of Petals | 4 |
| Color Association | Red |
| Associated Gland/Organ/System | Adrenal glands; related to the skeletal system, large intestine, feet, and legs. |
| Psychological/Emotional Themes | Security, survival, physical identity, basic trust, and grounding. It governs our connection to the physical body, the Earth, and our sense of safety. |
| Signs of Imbalance (Deficiency or Excess) | Deficiency: Fear, anxiety, lack of focus, disconnection, financial insecurity. Excess: Greed, sluggishness, material obsession, resistance to change. Physical issues may include lower back pain, immune disorders, or fatigue. |
| Balancing and Activation Techniques | Grounding yoga postures like Tadasana, Virabhadrasana I, Malasana; breath awareness; walking barefoot on natural ground; chanting the mantra LAM; using grounding essential oils; eating root vegetables; and practicing gratitude for the body and Earth. |
| Symbol and Deity (optional) | Symbolized by a red four-petaled lotus. The presiding deity is Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. The associated animal is the elephant (Airavata), representing strength and stability. |
| Reflective Prompts / Inner Inquiry | “Do I feel safe and supported in my life?” “Where do I seek security, and is it sustainable?” “How do I connect with my body and the physical world?” |
| Real-Life Examples or Modern Context | A blocked Mūlādhāra might manifest as constant financial fear, instability in housing or career, or inability to stay present. Balancing this chakra supports a stable home life, self-discipline, healthy routines, and a sense of grounded presence in daily tasks. |
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