Red governs the Root Chakra, it is vitality, courage, self confidence

·         Related organs: Kidneys and bladder, the vertebral column, hips and legs are also areas related to this chakra

·         Endocrine gland: Adrenal gland

·         Associated problems: constipation, diarrhea, piles, colitis, Crohn’s diseas, cold fingers and toes, frequency of urination, hypertension (high blood pressure), kidney stones, impotence, hip problems, legs and feet. Pink can also be used here when a  more gentle energy is required.

·         Personality Traits: Courageous, confident, humanistic, strong-willed, spontaneous, honest, and extroverted.

Red relates to self awareness. It is the area of survival and stability and your place on this earth. The color red provides the power from the earth and gives energy on all levels. It connects us to our physical body. Everything that is to be commenced needs the life vitality of red. Just like the core of Mother Earth, it pulses and swells with bright crimson radiant heat. That red is a clear sign of visceral, primitive power. It is the sparking place for big blasts of raw creation. When you see red, consider a sonic boom of powerful action propelling you forward. Consider this the spark of action. Make this hot red heat the seat of your physical, spiritual, emotional birth. This is the hot coal of your perception, ant it is a great fuel maker for whatever you want to start cooking.

Positive aspects of red:

·         Security

·         Courage

·         Strength of will

·         Pioneering

Negative aspects of red:

·         Insecurity

·         Self pitying

·         Aggressive

·         Fearful

 Look around your environment and begin to associate the colors you see with chakra color meanings. This kind of peak awareness to chakra colors in relation to your environment will:

·         Upgrade your common experience to uncommon

·         Personalize your surroundings

·         Provide deeper meaning and insight into your experience

·         Strengthen metaphysical connections

·         Augment mystical/spiritual understanding

·         Offer calming and liberating states of awareness