Grounding = Earthing = Reduce Pain/Sleep Better/Love Life Again! 
Below, in the “Your Sneak Peek” section, I’ve listed what’s in the long article. After seeing all the questions and answers, you can decide whether
1) to read the whole thing by clicking on the link I’ll share
2) or read only the top 3 questions and answers that you’ll find below the Sneak Peek.
First 3 Questions: How Grounding Affects A Person’s Mind and Body – Answers Are Listed Below!
- Physiological Benefits of Standing Barefoot on Earth (Earthing)
- Is Sitting on Earth (Clothed) Equally Effective as Standing Barefoot?
- Minimum Time Needed for Maximum Physiological Benefits
List of Additional Questions Included in the Long Article on My Other Website (getwell.guru)
- What Does the Research Show as the Top Six Benefits of Earthing?
- If a person stands barefoot on 1) sidewalks, 2) stones, 3) pavers, or 4) concrete-like substances, does (s)he get the same benefits as standing on grass or bare earth?
- If you do barefoot grounding (earthing) for 30 minutes on the earth and then put on sneakers or shoes with rubber or plastic bottoms, does it reverse the positive effects obtained while grounding in bare feet?
- Can You Transform Your Sleep With Grounding Techniques?
- In terms of health benefits, how do grounding sheets and grounding mats compare with barefoot grounding on earth for 30 minutes?
- How does the body’s electromagnetic field respond to grounding or earthing practices? (The Human Body as an Electromagnetic Field – Interaction with Earth’s Electromagnetism During Grounding)
- How might grounding influence neural or cellular electrical activity in the body?
- What safety features are integrated into grounding products, and why are grounding mats and grounding bedsheets considered safe?
- Are there Contraindications or Precautions for grounding mats or bedsheets?
First 3 Questions: How Earthing Affects Mind and Body
- What are the physiological benefits of standing on the earth barefoot?
- Is sitting on earth (clothed) equally as effective in terms of health benefits as standing barefoot?
- Is there a minimum amount of time that a person needs to stand on Earth barefoot to receive maximum physiological benefits?
In the long blog on getwell.guru, I’ve shared info about the science and additional details, but let’s start with these easy questions for people who want to know just enough to decide whether to try it.
1) Physiological Benefits of Grounding by Standing Barefoot on Earth (Earthing)
Research and expert summaries indicate that earthing (direct skin contact with the earth, especially barefoot) can result in several physiological benefits. Here are some, along with the research or YouTube links in case you want to pursue more info:
- Reduces inflammation and pain.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih+2 youtube
- Normalizes day-night cortisol rhythm, improving sleep patterns.webmd+2
- Shifts the autonomic nervous system from “fight or flight” to relaxation (“parasympathetic activation”). .agapefamilyhealth+1
- Increases heart rate variability (a sign of stress resilience).youtube pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih
- Improves blood flow and reduces blood viscosity, supporting heart health. sheilakilbane youtube
- Speeds wound healing and tissue recovery.combegrove+1 youtube
- Decreases anxiety and improves mood due to reduced stress and greater balance.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih+2
These beneficial effects are attributed to absorbing electrons from the negatively charged earth, which act as antioxidants and help stabilize the body’s electrical system. agapefamilyhealth+1
2) Is Sitting on Earth (Clothed) Equally Effective as Standing Barefoot?
- Direct skin contact is key: The physiological grounding effects come from direct skin contact with natural surfaces (grass, soil, sand, etc.), whether standing, walking, sitting, or lying down. combegrove+2 youtube
- Bare feet vs. clothed sitting: If you sit clothed but your bare skin (hands, feet, legs) still touches the ground, you are likely to enjoy similar earthing benefits. If you sit with a barrier (like thick clothing, a plastic chair, or a blanket) between you and the earth, the effect is reduced or eliminated.
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- If your bare feet are in direct contact with the ground, you can receive the physiological benefits of earthing/grounding even while sitting clothed in a plastic chair.
- The key is direct skin contact with the earth, which allows the earth’s electrons to flow into your body. A plastic chair is non-conductive, but it does not impede this process as long as at least one part of your body (i.e., your feet) touches natural ground (grass, soil, sand, unsealed concrete, etc.).
- This gives the expression, “I’ll give you the straight skinny,” whole new meaning – potentially!
3) Minimum Time Needed for Maximum Physiological Benefits from Grounding
- Initial effects: Some electron absorption happens upon contact, but most benefits require sustained grounding.
- Suggested minimum: Studies and grounding experts suggest 20–30 minutes per day is enough to begin realizing physiological benefits.begrounded+2
- Maximum effect: Longer sessions (1–2 hours per day, or even sleeping grounded) may offer deeper or faster improvements, especially for inflammation, pain, or chronic conditions.premiumgrounding+1
- Routine: Multiple short sessions throughout the day or spending time earthing during daily activities (gardening, relaxing, exercising) can be effective.
Summary / Grounding is GOOD!
Note:
The benefits are not dependent on standing—barefoot contact (or contact with any conductive skin surface) is what matters. So, sit as comfortably as you wish, and allow your feet to do the work!
The scientifically supported physiological benefits of grounding are: reduced inflammation, better sleep, stress relief, improved cardiovascular markers, pain reduction, and accelerated healing.sheilakilbane+3 youtube
- Standing barefoot on earth provides documented health benefits—reducing inflammation, stress, improving sleep, circulation, and mood.
- Sitting is equally effective if bare skin contacts the earth; body position is less important than direct skin-to-earth connection.
- 20–30 minutes daily is the recommended minimum for noticeable benefits; longer or more frequent grounding may offer deeper or faster results.
Here is the link to My Get Well Guru website, where I posted “the whole enchilada!” Click Here
Winter Is Coming ~ Earthing Can Become Grounding with Mats and Bedsheets.
See my long article for information about grounding indoors and how it compares with outdoor sessions.
https://www.getwell.guru/earthing-grounding-reduce-pain-sleep-better-love-life/
Or simply check out products and do your own research.
EZ Links to Amazon So You Can See Prices for Grounding Products
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DISCLAIMER: Neither I nor this website makes any claims about prevention, diagnosis, treatment, or cure for physical illnesses or symptoms. I am merely recounting my own experiences or sharing content from experts. This material is for informational and educational purposes and does not provide individual medical advice. Contact your health provider with any questions about your situation and any products you choose to use.
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