By Lila Jean, FernShadow Studio
We hear the term "grounding" frequently, but far less often do we encounter a clear explanation of its meaning. Let’s explore this foundational concept and why it can sometimes be a challenge.
First, imagine that each body has a subtle energy field surrounding and running through it. The frequency of this energy varies from person to person, influenced by factors such as mood, health, past history, traumas, and even the people you spend time with. This frequency is at its zenith when we feel compassion, gratitude, and peace, and at its lowest when we experience fear, anger, or shame.
Now, consider that you want to raise this frequency—perhaps by using tools like yoga, Reiki, or meditation. Grounding should be your first and most vital step. As the old saying goes, "You can’t put more water in a glass that is already full." Grounding allows us to discharge lower-frequency energy into the earth, creating space for growth and higher-frequency energy.
What Is Grounding?
In grounding, our intention is to release lower-frequency energy—taking with it old emotions, pain, and trauma—into the earth. This process is akin to a home’s electrical system, where every outlet with a third prong connects to a grounding wire and rod in the ground. If a circuit is overloaded, the excess energy is safely discharged into the earth. Similarly, our low-frequency energy can be released to ground and is harmless to the earth.
The process often involves visualization. Starting at the crown of your head, you can imagine pushing down any lower-frequency energy through your body, out the soles of your feet, and down grounding rods into Mother Earth. Once you’ve released this energy, you can then visualize bringing in light, higher-frequency, or Source Energy from above. Let this energy flow into the crown of your head, filling your body and extending outward filling your entire biofield.
In today's world from our insulating shoes to our indoor life, we can become very disconnected from the earth. Many of us can feel the disconnect. There is rising interest in grounding sheets and mats to do the grounding for us. While many people have found benefit in these tools, there are also many poor imitations on the market, so buyer beware. An iron-based crystal such as hematite or pryrite, can also serve as excellent grounding aid. However, with practice, you will find the aids much less needed.
Two Approaches to Grounding
Some people are taught that grounding means bringing energy up from the earth. This approach can be very beneficial for those who feel drawn to earth energy. However, there are two key points to consider:
To invite higher-frequency energy into your biofield, you must first release and make room for it.
The earth’s energy is much stronger than ours but also much, much lower in frequency.
For those who resonate with earth energy, the best approach may be to incorporate both methods. Here’s how:
Discharge low-frequency energy into the earth, visualizing the release of old emotional baggage, trauma, and pain.
Bring in higher-frequency light through the crown, filling your biofield.
Draw earth energy up through the soles of your feet or root chakra.
Allow the two energies to meet and circle around your heart, creating a harmonious balance.
Guided Visualization
If you’d like support with grounding, I’ve created a short guided visualization video to walk you through the process. You can find it at https://studio.youtube.com/video/Jm-KACXZCJA/edit.
The Importance of Grounding in Energy Work
Whether you’re receiving energy work or practicing it on others, grounding is the most important step. It not only enhances the flow of energy but also ensures a stable and balanced exchange, setting the foundation for deeper healing and growth.
By grounding effectively, you can elevate your energy frequency, release what no longer serves you, and create space for compassion, gratitude, and peace to thrive in your life.