Harness the healing power of earth’s energies with this accessible guide to the scientifically supported practice of grounding.Have you experienced the calm of a walk in the woods or how your spirits feel lifted after a day at the beach? Science is showing that nature doesn’t just feel good—it has the power to heal. The electromagnetism of the earth’s surface interacts with our bodies in profound and measurable ways.
Grounding, or earthing, the practice of physically and energetically connecting to the earth, is quickly gaining traction as a wellness practice and as a powerful way to unplug from the constant technology and stress of our everyday lives. Scientific research has demonstrated that being outside can benefit people in measurable ways and reduce symptoms of modern illnesses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and inflammation.
The Grounding Companion is your practical guide to using nature as medicine. This compact and gifty reference gives you the fascinating science of grounding and simple grounding practices you can use anywhere, anytime to reap the benefits of this powerful practice.
- Electromagnetism and health: the benefits of being outside
- The top grounding locations around the world: the earth’s key energy points
- Grounding foods and practices
- Methods and techniques for grounding: forest bathing to yoga and meditation
Heal your body and mind with these simple techniques for connecting with the earth.
Donna Raskin is a health and fitness editor. She has worked at leading publications, including Shape, American Health, and Cooking Light, and has contributed to over 20 books on health and alternative therapies. Currently, she is the senior health and fitness editor at Runner’s World and Bicycling magazines and teaches writing at The College of New Jersey.
Introduction
Chapter 1 The Science Behind Grounding
The Heart and Electricity
What Happens When Cells Get Sick?
An Abbreviated History of Grounding
Chapter 2 Simple Grounding Techniques
Putting Your Feet on the Floor, Walking Barefoot, Sleeping on the Ground, Using a Grounding Mat, Swimming, Bathing, Forest Bathing, Gardening, Yoga, Meditation
Chapter 3 Health Issues That Respond to Grounding
Inflammation, Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Addiction, Jet Lag
Chapter 4 Grounding Locations
The Seven Earth Chakras, Mount Shasta, California—Muladhara, Lake Titicaca, South America—Svadhisthana, Uluru, Australia—Manipura, Glastonbury Tor, England—Anahata, Mount of Olives, Mount Sinai, and the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Middle East—Vishuddha, The Third Eye, No Fixed Location—Ajna, Mount Kailash, Tibet—Sahasrara
Grounding Locations Throughout the World
Sedona, Arizona, Japanese Forests, Black Hills, South Dakota, Bath, England, Bear Lake, Romania, Great Blue Hole, Belize
Chapter 5 Grounding Foods
Root Vegetables, Fermented Foods, Spices and Herbs, Legumes, Beans, and Pulses, Fruits
Conclusion
About the Author
Acknowledgments
Index
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