The first chakra is the center of physical energy and vitality, the energy to succeed in business or material possessions.  Center of manifestations.
Phrase:  All Is One Location:  At the base of the spine, sphincter muscles Color:  Red Perception/Sense:  Kinesthetic, physical  Pitch:  C Endocrine Gland:  Adrenals Metal:  Iron  Period of Development:  0-1 years Gemstone:  Ruby  Primary Function:  Survival, prosperity Element:  Earth Mental and Emotional Issues: Safety and security, ability to provide for life's necessities, ability to stand up for one-self, feeling at home, emotional support, fear, sense of belonging, grounding to the earth.  Center of survival consciousness. Traits When Overactive: Paranoid, self-centered and selfish, aggressive, manic, overactive, nervous and self-indulgent.  May overeat, crave fats and sugars or abuse drugs and alcohol in attempt to gain relief from anxiety and feeling of danger. Traits When Under-functioning or Off-balance: Passive, depressed, denying yourself basic care and survival needs, out of touch with the body’s physicality.  May abuse alcohol or drugs in an attempt to diminish feelings of insecurity or vulnerability. Organs: Physical body support, skeleton, base of spine, legs, bones, feet, rectum, immune system, kidneys. Physical Dysfunctions: Chronic lower back pain, sciatica, varicose veins, rectal tumors/cancer, depression, immune disorders,  Crone's disease, colitis. Foods: Red meat, animal fats, coffee and colas, peppers and hot spices, spinach (because of iron content) Activities to Balance This Chakra: Using grounding techniques.  Dancing, going barefoot, house cleaning and cooking, gardening.