Crystal healing has been popular in many cultures around the
world throughout history, and remains so today. The power of healing crystals
and gemstones is a fascinating one, and remains to be fully explained. However,
there's nothing to stop you from trying crystals for yourself, and experiencing
their effects firsthand. Let's take a brief look at what's involved with using
crystals for healing and other life-improvement purposes.
What Is Crystal
Healing?
The use of crystals for healing is based on the concept of
the body as an energetic system. Blockages can occur in the system, ultimately
leading to physical disease or other problems. Crystals have their own
characteristic energies, which may be used to help dissolve blockages in the
energy body, or to enhance its functioning.
In particular, crystals are often used in conjunction with
the chakra system. Chakras are energy vortices that are found in many places in
the subtle body, although most healers focus on the seven main primary chakras,
which are located in a rough line between the crown of the head and the base of
the spine. Chakra imbalances can lead to physical and psychological problems,
and crystals may be used to help 'tune' the chakras and restore them to normal
functioning.
How Is It Done?
It is common to place crystals directly on the affected
areas of the body during a healing session. In the case of using crystals for
chakra work, they're normally placed in the area of the chakra(s) in question.
A healer might also use tools such as a crystal wand to direct the energy in a
more specific way, or use a crystal pendulum to gain more information about the
location of energy blockages or other issues.
Some people also like to wear crystal jewellery, or carry
small stones (such as tumblestones or thumb stones) around with them, to
benefit from the stone's properties throughout the day.
When using healing stones and crystals regularly, it's
necessary to cleanse and recharge the stones. This can be accomplished by
holding them under running water for a bit, then placing them in a sunny spot.
Which Stones Are
Best?
Different gemstones have different properties, and so
particular stones may be suited to specific purposes. Rose quartz for example,
has a very soothing, calming energy, which makes it good for dealing with
emotional upsets, whereas carnelian is especially prized for dealing with
issues in the lower abdomen (such as digestive or reproductive problems).
Clear quartz (rock crystal) on the other hand, is considered
the 'universal healer', as this powerful stone can be useful in a wide range of
circumstances.
If you're interested in crystal work, there are many good
guides available that provide detailed lists of the properties of various
stones - 'The Crystal Healing Bible' by Judy Hall is a good place to start.
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