If you're looking for a simple and effective way to improve your well-being, grounding—also known as earthing—might be exactly what you need. Grounding is the practice of connecting your body directly to the Earth’s surface to absorb its natural energy. The benefits are said to include better sleep, reduced inflammation, improved mood, and increased energy.
But here’s the big question: How do you ground yourself for free?
The good news is that grounding doesn’t require expensive tools or gadgets. You can start today—at no cost. Here's how.
1. Go Barefoot Outside – The Original and Easiest Way
The most effective and completely free method of grounding is to go barefoot outdoors.
Walk, stand, sit, or lie down with your bare skin touching natural surfaces like:
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Grass
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Dirt
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Sand
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Rock
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Natural stone (like slate or granite)
These surfaces conduct the Earth’s electrons directly into your body. Even 5–10 minutes a day can make a difference.
Avoid surfaces like asphalt, wood decks, and artificial turf—they don’t conduct energy the way natural materials do. Can I ground on pavement?
2. Stand Barefoot on Concrete Indoors
If going outside isn’t an option due to weather or convenience, your concrete basement or garage floor may be the next best thing—as long as it’s not painted or sealed.
Here’s how to do it:
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Go barefoot and stand on unsealed concrete.
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If it’s cold, sit and place your feet or hands directly on the surface.
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Do this for 10–30 minutes a day for best results.
Why concrete? Concrete is partially conductive when in direct contact with the Earth (like your basement slab or garage). It allows for a degree of grounding indoors, without needing equipment. Can you ground on concrete?
3. Avoid Common Myths: Your Floors Are Not Grounded
Most of your home’s flooring—like hardwood, carpet, tile, vinyl, and laminate—is not grounded. Even if you walk barefoot indoors all day, you're not grounding unless you’re directly connected to the Earth’s energy.
Read Is your home’s floor grounded? for more information.
4. Don’t Try to Ground Through Electrical Outlets Without Proper Equipment
Some people believe they can ground themselves by sticking a wire into the ground port of an electrical outlet. Do NOT do this unless you are using a properly tested and certified grounding product (like an earthing mat or grounding plug).
Trying to connect directly to a grounded outlet without the correct equipment can be dangerous and is not recommended. Do grounding products produce EMFs?
Final Thoughts: Grounding is Simple, Free, and Natural
If you’re wondering how to ground yourself for free, the answer is refreshingly simple:
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Step outside barefoot.
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Use your unpainted concrete basement or garage.
That’s it. No need for expensive devices. Just let nature do what it’s always done.
If you want to go deeper with grounding indoors in the future, there are great grounding sheets and other products that can help—but the foundation of it all is free and available to everyone.
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Upgrade Your Grounding Experience
While going barefoot is the simplest way to ground yourself, you can increase your time spend grounding by grounding overnight with high-quality grounding sheets. GroundLuxe grounding sheets allow you to stay connected to the Earth’s energy while you sleep, helping you improve your rest, reduce stress, and feel more refreshed every morning. Explore the collection and take your grounding practice to the next level!
