Episode 41: Chakra Series: First Chakra and Navigating Survival and Anxiety

In this episode, we delve deep into our personal experiences with the chakra system and how it has influenced our lives. We share how tuning into our bodies through meditation has brought about positive changes and increased self-awareness.

Today’s conversation revolves around the first chakra and its connection to survival, fear, and anxiety. Shannon shares personal experiences with managing scarcity mindset, anxiety, and panic attacks, highlighting the importance of trust and self-awareness in overcoming these challenges. Lili also opens up about feeling anxious and the opportunity it provides for reconnecting and grounding oneself.

We also discuss the significance of being grounded, connecting with nature, and balancing the first chakra for stability and security. If you've ever wondered about the chakra system and how it can impact your life, this episode is a must-listen!

Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[06:00] Chakras and colors can signify different meanings

[09:31] Self-awareness empowers action and influences physical health

[11:12] Achieving balance leads to mental and physical relaxation

[16:05] Recognize limiting beliefs, overcome challenges, embrace self-ownership

[17:34] Generational trauma impacting views on abundance and deserving

[21:47] When helping feels like a chore

[24:44] Childhood trauma leads to learned survival behaviors

[27:30] Realization of self through understanding and acceptance

[31:03] Paths of having a secure workplace

Magical Quotes from the Episode:

"When you pay attention to tuning in with your body, then you kind of go up the layers, and you go up to the other, then you start paying attention to, like, the higher chakras, and then I think that's why my awareness has expanded.”

“The more you know yourself, the more empowered you become.”

“You have the power to get the resources you need to get yourself in a place of feeling secure and stable and in your body and grounded. And I think that trust is a muscle.”

Note: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only

Resources:
School for Meditation and Healing
Dr. Nicole LePera: The Holistic Psychologist