Crystals
collect and store energies that should be cleared away before
recharging
Choosing,
Cleansing and Charging Crystals
by Samantha
Stevens
I have written
a lot of articles about gemstones, rocks and crystals for this site
that describe which ones are best for prosperity, love and
protection. If you look back in the archives here, you will find
lots of information about gemstones, crystals and semi-precious
stones and their magical purposes. This article teaches you how to
make optimum use of these natural allies of the spirit.
First of all,
when you go to a new age or gem store, you will usually find baskets
or drawers filled with various kinds of gems. Tumbled stones are
usually the cheapest and feature lumpy rounded surfaces. Points are
gems that have been cut so that they resemble a geometric shape or a
small tower. The most important thing is to pick up the stone and
see if it feels right in your hand. One stone might feel somehow
"better" than another.
The process of
feeling energy from an object by holding it is called "psychometry."
It is very common to set foot in such shops and then step out again
holding a bag full of stones that are quite different than the ones
you originally intended to purchase. Don't worry, as this is quite
common.
Many of us
make decisions about which stone we need to heal by reading a
diagnostic description and then feel a certain rock or crystal "call
out to us" in the store. Half of the time that is the remedy for the
situation that you really need. For instance if you set out to buy
Chinese Jade for money drawing, but instead walk out with a nice big
hunk of Rose Quartz (which is more for emotional healing), the fact
that you chose this stone might open your way for abundance. It
could be that the quartz is a somehow more suitable coin it may
soften a "block" you have inside with regards to prosperity. As this
is not a pure science, you are well advised in this situation to
follow your gut instincts and have faith in the universe.
If you find
yourself attracted to a certain color of stone, pay attention as
well, as it may reflect a color that is missing in your aura. For
instance, an attraction to red or pink stone might represent a
desire for more love and security in your life whereas an attraction
to a purple stone might mean you are ready to advance on the
spiritual path.
Once you have
your stones, it is important to cleanse them of any energy they may
have picked up in the past. Crystals are little storehouses that can
collect various forms of energy and they may have been touched,
handled or meditated upon before you bought them. Quartz crystals,
in particular, can just pick up vibes from an environment.
There are four
main methods of clearing crystals.
The Solar
Method: Perhaps the easiest and quickest method for clearing stones,
especially crystals, is simply to place them outside in direct sun
for one full day.
The Sea Salt
Method: Bury the crystal in a jar or bowl filled with sea salt and
let it sit overnight. Do not use the salt for cooking or ingesting
or bathing in after this though. Some prefer to soak the crystal in
seawater. If you live near an ocean that's great, but you can make
your own 'sea water' by just adding a couple of spoonfuls of sea
salt to a container of water. The best container for either
procedure is glass or ceramic. Don't leave your stones or crystals
in there more that 24 hours as too much salt can cause a crystal to
start growing a limb or developing a seam. After 24 hours rinse the
crystals with water, preferably spring or distilled water.
Smudging:
Smudging a crystal involves passing the crystal through smoke.
Usually the source of the smoke is a burning bundle of cedar or sage
(this can also be purchased in new age or health stores.) You can
also clear crystals using the smoke from rosemary, sage,
frankincense, myrrh or Tibetan temple incense. This ritual finds its
origins in both Native American and pagan traditions.
Breath: Hold
the crystal in your dominant hand, or if you bought a huge one, in
both of your hands. Focus your thoughts on the crystal and imbue it
with the intention of freeing it of all negative influences and
energy. As you hold this intention in your thoughts, inhale
forcefully through your nose and exhale forcefully on the stone. The
idea is that your breath cleanses the rock and makes it your own.
This is an Eastern as well as Nordic tradition for clearing objects.
It will only work if you do feel truly connected to the divine as
you are doing it. If you easily attach emotions, resentments, or are
in a bad mood, save this technique for another day.
After you have
cleansed your crystal, you need to "charge it" with your intention.
There are ways of doing this and you might want to use your
imagination. For some charging a crystal is a simple as holding it
in your hand, meditating and pouring your intention into it.
Others charge
their crystal by a stream (for cleansing), at high tide at sea (for
vitality and health), at low tide (for slowing down, relaxation),
during the New Moon (for new beginnings) or during the full moon
(for abundance). Single crystals or stones may also be charged by
placing them on a cluster of crystals that have already been charged
or on an altar that has been dedicated to the Divine in some way.
The charging of crystals is a personal matter and it is vital to use
your imagination when it comes to know how and where is the right
time to do it.
After you are
done charging the crystal, keep it close to you, and soon you will
start to notice subtle changes within yourself.
About the
author: Samantha Stevens was a professional psychic at
http://www.psychicrealm.com for many years. Read more of her
articles at
http://www.newagenotebook.com If you wish to buy Samantha's
books about metaphysics click here
http://www.insomniacpress.com/author.php?id=110
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