I have also heard that the connection to the earth helps to balance the body in many forms, including electromagnetic field connection.

Considering that being open minded and hearing people's thoughts, allowing them to touch yours, leads to truth.

Peoples minds are like fields of grass, standing barefoot on them is as having an open mind.

I cant disagree with you, I prefer barefoot anyways, it's just a shame there's hard callous surfaces everywhere.

I try to get 'grounded' often. I find walking on the beach is very therapeutic.

Not surprised. It feels good.