earthing 101
Earthing is the practice of physically connecting your body to the Earth’s surface to absorb its natural electric charge.
“Think of it like plugging your phone into a charger—Earthing is how we ‘recharge’ ourselves naturally.”
In a nutshell:
Earthing balances the body's "electrical energy" by connecting it to the Earth's abundant supply of free electrons (negatively charged ions).
This neutralizes the positively charged ions and free radicals that build up from modern, insulated lifestyles.
In turn, our body's maintain a more balanced electrical environment, believed to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, regulate sleep, and promote a sense of well-being.
The basic science:
Our bodies can build up positive electrical charge from daily life (electronics, synthetic flooring, EMFs).
The Earth has a mild negative electrical charge.
When we touch the Earth directly, electrons flow into our body, balancing this out.
May help with:
Reducing stress and anxiety
Improving sleep quality
Supporting recovery from inflammation
Boosting mood
Easy ways to try Earthing:
Walk barefoot on grass, sand, or soil for at least 10–20 minutes a day.
Sit outside with bare feet on the ground.
Use Earthing mats or sheets INDOORS if outdoor time is limited.
Sleeping while grounded is the BEST way to get 8 hours of being grounded each day!
Common misconceptions:
It’s not about “mystical magic”—it’s about electric charge exchange.
You don’t need hours a day. Small, regular sessions can help - 30 min/day.
