The versatile crystal. They have many different uses, including
healing physical ailments, emotional problems, and spiritual
nurturing. Our entire material world is composed of atoms,
such as our bodies, as well as our spiritual body. Because
we are created of the same material, we have compatible vibrations.
A stone's level of vibration is determined by the elements
it is composed of. That’s why different crystals are
used for different purposes.
Our body's vibrations are determined by our thought processes,
which have a vibration level as well. Every person has their
own unique vibration, and this is why people are attracted
to different crystals.
Choosing a Crystal
Always choose your crystal with all of your senses rather
than its’ appearance. Close your eyes and hold your hand
just above the crystals and ask "which is the best one for
me?" You will feel or sense a reaction. It may be a coolness,
a tingling, a heat, or your fingers may touch one stone. Always
go with that first choice and trust your instincts.
Cleaning Crystals
Your crystal may have been touched by many people before it
comes home to you. It therefore may have absorbed energy,
positive and negative. It is essential to clean your crystals
of all negative energy.
There are several ways of doing this, including holding the
stone in the smoke of incense, and asking that it be cleansed
of all negativity it has taken on in an effort to protect
you and your environment. Ask that it be filled with unconditional
love and to continue working with you.
Another method is water. You may soak them in salt water and
then place them in the sun for three to seven days. Make sure
that you ONLY use luke warm water.
Crystals may also be laid on the ground or hung in a tree
on a full moonlit night.
After clearing your crystals, it is possible to program them
with specific emotions or purpose, depending upon your intention
for use. Simply hold the crystal and visualize the required
emotion filling the crystal. Please remember that only one
use at a time should be assigned to each crystal. You may
want to have one crystal for meditation, one for healing,
one for a specific attribute you are trying to develop, ect.
Meditation
Crystals are a very good aid in meditation. Hold the required,
cleansed crystal in your hand as you meditate.
Clear Quartz and Amethyst are particularly good for this.
Another way is to use four Clear Quartz crystals with points.
They should be placed in all four corners of the room or area
with the points aiming inwards. They should have been programmed
with gentle, loving and calming vibrations. You may also use
specific crystals over chakra points for clearing and healing.
Healing
Crystals are often used in the process of healing. Clear Quartz
crystal points are the most popular because they help focus
energy, but are merely a tool. We all have the ability to
use healing energy. It’s just that most of us don’t
realize it. However, remember that you need to refine your
skills before you attempt to help others.
Crystal healing is relatively simple. You can use your crystal
of choice, or if in doubt, a plain clear quartz crystal will
suffice. Use your instincts on which crystal would be best
for this situation. Also, invest in books on crystal healing
for more information on this subject. A good web site is located
at: http://www.netcomuk.co.uk/~asclepus/HealingCrystalsMenu.htm
Hold your crystal in whichever hand feels good for you, and
calmly attune yourself to the inner energies of your crystal.
Some people believe that the hand you write with is your sending
hand, and this is the one you should use. You may feel an
energy gently throbbing within your hand. Point the healing
crystal towards yourself and gently move the crystal around
the perimeter of the whole body in a clockwise direction.
Visualize a white light coming from the center of the your
body, flowing and surrounding you. Do this several times.
This will help to strengthen the energy field around your
physical body.
The single-terminated end of the crystal should then be pointed
towards that part of the body which is in need of healing.
Visualize a white light emanating from inside the crystal
once again and direct this light to that part where you feel
the healing is needed. The white light becomes stronger and
brighter, and you will feel the energy between the crystal
and your body begin to become stronger.
The crystal healing session may last any length of time, but
intuitively you will know when the time is right to end the
session. To complete the treatment, visualize the white light
gently lowering in intensity and flowing back into your crystal.
Again, direct and project the healing energies around your
body in a clockwise direction. Spend a few minutes relaxing,
and thanking your Higher Power for the healing which has taken
place.
