Why Grounding Works—And How We’ve Taken It to the Next Level
In our modern world, we’re constantly “plugged in”—to phones, screens, to-dos, and stress. But what many people don’t realize is that we’ve become disconnected from one of the most powerful healing tools available: the Earth itself.
This is where grounding comes in.
At Native Healing and Wellness in Tyler, TX, we help you reconnect—literally—through grounding practices and cutting-edge technology like the HigherDOSE Grounding PEMF Mat, used inside our red light therapy pod for maximum benefits.
Let’s dive into what grounding is, how it works, and why it might be the missing link in your wellness routine—especially if you’re dealing with stress, inflammation, or poor sleep.
What Is Grounding?
Grounding (or “earthing”) is the practice of physically connecting your body to the Earth’s natural energy—usually by walking barefoot on grass, soil, sand, or even concrete.
The Earth carries a subtle negative electrical charge, and so do we. But modern living—rubber shoes, concrete buildings, EMFs—creates a disconnect that builds up positive charge (inflammation and stress) in the body.
Grounding helps rebalance your internal energy, discharging excess charge and restoring harmony in your cells and nervous system.
What Are the Benefits of Grounding?
Scientific research continues to show that grounding can offer a wide range of physical and emotional benefits, including:
✅ Reduced inflammation
✅ Lower cortisol levels (stress hormone)
✅ Improved heart rate variability (HRV)
✅ Enhanced immune function
✅ Reduced chronic pain and muscle tension
✅ Improved mood and emotional regulation
✅ Deeper, more restful sleep
It’s a simple practice with powerful effects—and when paired with PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy, the results go even deeper.
How HigherDOSE’s Grounding Mat Works
Unlike many PEMF devices that deliver regular “pulses,” the HigherDOSE Infrared PEMF Grounding Mat combines low-frequency electromagnetic fields, infrared heat, negative-ion generation, and crystal layers in a static field to support grounding and cellular balance.
Here’s a breakdown of the layers and functions:
Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Layer: Four embedded cores provide a stable electromagnetic field in four selectable levels (frequencies ranging from ~3 Hz to 23 Hz) that mimic natural Earth frequencies.
Infrared Layer: Penetrating far‑infrared heat warms tissues, enhances circulation, and promotes detoxification.
Crystal & Negative Ion Layer: Amethyst and tourmaline crystals inside the mat release negative ions when heated, which act as “air antioxidants” to neutralize free radicals.
Charcoal / Clay / Magnetic Strip Layers: These inner layers help regulate heat, bind impurities, and support microcirculation through a grounding magnetic strip.
You don’t feel “pulses” because the mat emits a continuous, low-level field—rather than sharp bursts. That’s part of its design: to blend seamlessly with your body’s own electromagnetic environment.
What the 4 PEMF Levels Mean (And How to Use Them)
HigherDOSE offers four frequency levels, each tuned to support a different state of body and mind
Level 1 – RestoreGrounding & sleep supportUse in evening to wind down, calm the nervous system, promote deeper rest
Level 2 – Ground / BalanceAlign & rebalanceIdeal for midday sessions to steady your energy and reduce inflammation
Level 3 – Relax / RechargeDeep relaxationUseful during or after stress, tension release, or light recovery sessions
Level 4 – Focus / EnergizeAlertness & mental clarityUse earlier in the day (e.g. morning) when you need cognitive boost or clarity
You can always experiment—some prefer Level 2 midday and Level 1 before bed. The mat cycles PEMF for a set duration (often ~20 minutes) per use, integrated into the session.
Why Pair PEMF with Red Light Therapy?
On their own, both PEMF and red light therapy (photobiomodulation) are amazing. But used together, they create a synergistic healing effect—amplifying each other’s benefits.
While red light therapy works on the surface and cellular energy production (ATP), PEMF goes deeper into the body’s tissues and electrical systems.
Benefits of pairing them:
Accelerates healing and tissue repair
Deepens relaxation and nervous system reset
Enhances mitochondrial function (energy)
Reduces pain and tension faster
Supports detox and circulation
Promotes deeper, better-quality sleep
This combo is especially powerful for anyone dealing with chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalance, post-exercise soreness, or sleep issues.
Grounding for Sleep: Why It Works So Well
If your sleep is broken, restless, or hard to come by—grounding might be your secret weapon.
Why? Because grounding and PEMF:
Lower cortisol levels at night
Support melatonin production
Calm the brainwaves
Relax tight muscles and the vagus nerve
Reset your circadian rhythm naturally
We recommend using the HigherDOSE mat with red light in the late afternoon or evening for best results if sleep is your focus.
Many of our clients in Tyler, TX report falling asleep faster, waking up less, and feeling more rested after just a few sessions.
How to Ground (Anytime, Anywhere)
You don’t need a special mat to get grounded—though it helps. Here's how to start:
Natural Grounding
Walk barefoot on grass, dirt, or sand for 10–20 minutes
Lie on the ground and breathe deeply
Touch trees or sit directly on the Earth
Tech-Assisted Grounding
Use our PEMF Mat during your red light sessions at Native.
Add grounding sheets or mats at home
Limit EMF exposure where possible (WiFi, phones, etc.)
📍 Come Ground With Us in Tyler, TX
If you feel unregulated, inflamed, tired, or disconnected from your body—grounding might be exactly what you need.
Come experience our red light + PEMF pod sessions for yourself and feel what it’s like to get deeply grounded, relaxed, and recharged from the inside out.
📞 Book your session today: 903-630-3080
📍 Located in Tyler, TX | Serving East Texas Wellness Seekers
