Roots of the Rise
Grounded wisdom for the journey inward and upward.
Roots of the Rise is a soul-centered podcast hosted by Sarah Hope—Ayurvedic health practitioner, spiritual mentor, meditation teacher, biodynamic craniosacral therapist, and energy healer. Drawing from thousands of hours of client work, group facilitation, and her own journey through childhood trauma, grief, and the profound rediscovery of love and joy, Sarah offers a grounded, heart-led space for inner transformation.
Short, daily episodes (10–20 minutes) offer bite-sized insights, ideas, and practices for inner growth and self-development. Whether you're seasoned on the path or just beginning to explore, this podcast gives you digestible nuggets to stay inspired—without overwhelm. It’s perfect for those who want to stay engaged in the work, curious newcomers feeling overloaded by long-form content, or anyone wanting to understand a loved one's journey from a broader, more accessible perspective.
Sarah’s intention is to expose you to a wide range of spiritual concepts, therapeutic tools, philosophies, and practices—all in service of helping you become the healthiest, happiest, most authentic version of yourself. The journey can be hard. It can feel lonely. But you’re not alone. Come walk this path with her—learning, healing, and rising, one grounded step at a time.
Roots of the Rise
Episode 42 - Mapping Your Subconscious Framework - An Introduction to the Chakras
If you recognize that subconscious programming shapes how you show up in the world, then exploring the chakras is essential—regardless of whether you believe in energy. The chakra system offers a profound framework for understanding both our psychological patterns and energetic anatomy. Each of the seven centers governs a unique aspect of the human experience, from our sense of safety to our capacity for wisdom.
• Chakras can be viewed as programming centers governing safety, emotions, self-esteem, love, communication, intuition, and wisdom
• The three primary energy channels (Sushumna, Ida, and Pingala) create the framework for the chakras and balance manifestation with liberation
• True spiritual growth requires balanced development of all chakras—not just racing to the "higher" chakras while neglecting the foundation
• Each chakra has specific "demons" that block its healthy expression (like fear blocking the root chakra)
• Understanding your chakra system helps explain patterns in your emotional reactions, relationships, and personal challenges
• Chakra imbalances often interact with each other, making it important to address the system as a whole
Join me every Monday for the next seven weeks as we explore each chakra in depth, starting with the root chakra. Subscribe so you don't miss any episodes in this transformational series.
The Chakras by C. W. Leadbeater
Eastern Body Western Mind by Anodea Judith
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith PhD
