Beginner’s Guide to Grounding
So you know those moments when you just don’t feel like yourself but you can’t quite figure out why? This is most likely because you are not properly centered or grounded. In this post, discover the importance of grounding along with 3 techniques to do it!
What is grounding and why is it important?
Simply put, the spiritual term grounding refers to energetically connecting to the earth so that you feel safe and at ease. In detail, grounding is a technique that guides the connection and alignment with yourself and mother nature which brings a sense of safety and calm. As a result, being properly grounded increases your mental, physical and emotional health.
Being properly grounded is essential for your health and well-being. When you are centered you are one with the earth and yourself which brings you a sense of calm, strength, and comfort. When you are grounded you feel safe and secure because you know with every ounce of your being that EVERYTHING IS okay; you know that NOTHING can change your inner peace! If you have been feeling anxious, unmotivated, and lazy this could be because you are not grounded; here are 3 ways to achieve a center state of being.
3 grounding techniques:
Earthing
Earthing is an extremely easy and effective method to use, especially if you are beginning your grounding journey.
The best way to achieve grounding is to step outside barefoot and physically be with mother earth herself. In fact, connecting with the earth this way has the ability to bring you back to a balanced and neutral state. To further explain, the earth’s surface contains negative ions that make their way into your body and release free radicals that have been accumulating. This grounding technique is commonly referred to as earthing.
To do this, simply step outside barefoot onto nature such as a park, forest (just don’t get lost!), or your backyard! Next, enjoy the fresh air in your lungs. Then, embrace the dirt, grass, and leaves beneath your feet or surrounding your body (if you’re laying down). Lastly, just be. Be with mother earth fully. Acknowledge her beauty. Be in the moment with her. Allow yourself to connect and align with the earth’s energy.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Technique
This technique will take you through your five senses to bring you back to the present. You can use this method whenever you are overwhelmed, anxious, or dissociated with your environment. To explain further, when you achieve a calm mental state you are opening up your energy frequency so that you can absorb the grounding energy of the earth.
5 – LOOK: Look around for 5 things that you can see, and say them out loud. For example, I see a tree, I see a dog, I see the rocks, I see a flower, and I see the clouds.
4 – FEEL: Pay attention to your body and say out loud 4 things that you feel. For example, I feel my feet warm in my socks, I feel the wind blowing on my face, I feel the grass on my feet, and I feel the texture of the flower in my hand.
3 – LISTEN: Listen for 3 sounds and say them out loud. For example, I hear the birds chirping, I hear dogs barking, and I hear the leaves rustling.
2 – SMELL: Say two things you can smell. If you can’t smell anything at that moment, then name your 2 favorite smells. For example, I smell roses and I smell cookies.
1 – TASTE: Say one thing you can taste. If you can’t taste anything, then say your favorite thing to taste. I taste chocolate cake with chocolate frosting.
Be a Tree
Yes, a tree. I know this technique seems weird but it is a wonderful way to connect with the Earth. Doing this sends out a powerful energy frequency that you are a part of the earth.
To start, take a deep breath and clear your mind. Next, imagine roots coming out from the bottom of your feet and/or your root chakra (CLICK HERE FOR MORE ON CHAKRAS). Now, envision those roots growing deep into the earth (it helps to be outside for this one but I have had success laying in bed while doing this). Finally, connect with feelings that you and Mother Earth are one. Remain in this state of mind until you feel an unbreakable connection. Remember, to come out of this mindset slowly as this can be a powerful experience.
Final Thoughts
So next time you are feeling off, ground yourself and you will feel a fuck ton better!