Why barefoot grounding is best for whole body healing

A human foot is home to about 7,000 nerve endings that all correspond to specific areas of the body, including organs, the spine and your head which is why going barefoot and being grounded is such a great way of healing the whole body.

Fascia surrounds each muscle and connects with a fascial sheath that surrounds each organ, and then small fibres connect the sheaths around each organ down to each little cluster of cells.

In this way, we can better understand how just one small tiny piece of skin connected with the ground can nourish the whole body with the electrons required for electrical balance and healing.

Our modern society means that we tend to live and work in insulated buildings, with synthetic carpets and flooring. We move between places in cars, and then we wear rubber-soled shoes and trainers …..and without really realising it, we are almost permanently disconnected from the ground.

The good news is it’s never too late to reverse the many years we have all spent insulated from the earth, and if you can’t go outside barefoot, there are lots of options to be grounded indoors.

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When electrons enter the body through the feet, they immediately migrate upward so the longer and more often you are connected to the earth, the better for your body, your overall health, and general well-being.

Traditional Chinese medicine and grounding:
The K1 acupressure point, also known as Kidney 1 or Yongquan point, is located on the sole of the foot. Specifically, it’s situated at the centre of the depression in the sole of the foot, just behind the ball of the foot, where the foot arches upwards. This point is considered to be one of the most important acupuncture points in traditional Chinese medicine.

It is thought that this is the perfect point for earth’s electrons to enter the body and is in direct contact with the ground when standing or walking. Stimulating this point is also believed to enhance the connection between the body and the Earth’s energy field, facilitating grounding.

In traditional Chinese medicine, it’s believed that stimulating the K1 point on the ball of the feet helps regulate the flow of Qi, or vital energy, throughout the body. When Qi is balanced and flowing smoothly, it promotes a sense of stability, security, and groundedness. So try walking barefoot to get the benefits of grounding and stimulation of this important acupressure point.

From an energetic perspective, grounding helps to discharge excess energy and bring the body into a state of equilibrium. This is especially beneficial in today’s fast-paced world, where individuals often experience stress, overstimulation, and disconnection from nature.

Incorporating practices that stimulate the K1 acupressure point, such as massage, reflexology, or simply walking barefoot on the earth, can be an effective way to enhance grounding and promote overall well-being. By nurturing this connection to the Earth’s energy, individuals may experience greater stability, clarity, and resilience in the face of life’s challenges.