Since ancient times crystals have been used in healing, prayer and to increase spiritual connection. In the 1970’s, a study in the United States of over two hundred people suffering from pain showed that the majority of them had an almost immediate reduction in pain levels when they held a crystal in their hands.
Crystals can be natural or man-made. Natural crystals which have been made by nature over millions of years provide far greater benefits than their man-made counterparts. Natural crystals should always be chosen for your personal use.
Using crystals for meditation can be just holding the crystal you feel most drawn to in your hand whilst focusing on your breathing. More elaborate methods such as arranging the crystals in a circle around your meditation area and holding a particular crystal to focus on its specific qualities. Healing meditation can involve holding the crystal over the area of the body in need and focus on the energy of the crystal pouring in to the body to heal the tissues below.
Agates are translucent and are found in various colours. The blue agate is calming, moss agate has especially grounding qualities and red agate helps to energise the body. Agates have a balancing effect and work to increase self-acceptance and consciousness.
Amethyst crystals are violet to purple in colour. This is a wonderful quartz crystal for use in meditation as it promotes calming and increases your powers of intuition. Amethyst is often used for healing and can assist with insomnia when placed under or near the pillow. This crystal also increases clarity of mind and can help to change negative thought patterns.
Carnelian crystals range from red to orange in colour and can sometimes exhibit a dark brown hue. The Carnelian possesses grounding qualities and can help you to tune into the Earth’s energy. This crystal has stimulating qualities which can increase positive motivation and ease stress and anxiety. Using Carnelian in meditation can bring greater happiness and helps you to realise your dreams by encouraging you to follow your life’s true path.
Emeralds range in colour from pale to very deep green. In meditation, it is thought that the paler emeralds hold the highest energy. The Emerald assist in maintaining emotional balance and is believed to be the stone of true love, increasing one’s capacity for giving and receiving love. Theis crystal also improves self-esteem and memory, increases inspiration and intuition and is excellent for spiritual growth, providing soothing and calming properties.
Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue stone used in ancient Egypt for spiritual rituals and decorative needs. It’s energising qualities assist in improving communication, creativity and mental focus. When used in meditation Lapis Lazuli helps one to attain spiritual enlightenment and to achieve the understanding of universal truths.
Quartz crystals are a large group of stones mad emostly of silicon dioxide. Clear quartz is used for healing work as it allows pure white light to pass through unaltered. Quartz crystals contain a beautiful energy which increase emotional peace and wisdom. They increase positivity and allow you to reach your highest potential.
Rose Quartz crystal is infused with a soft pink colour. It’s gentle energy promotes love and compassion. The Rose Quartz possesses nurturing, feminine qualities which bring about a sense of calm. This beautiful crystal can be beneficial at a time of grieving and loss.
Tiger’s Eye is a very recognisable glossy brown stone with golden stripes. It helps us to use our inner resources and enhances self-confidence. It assist to unite your will and desires and brings your ideas into reality.
Topaz is a golden yellow or brown stone which can also be found in green or blue colours. The Topaz crystal sends out healing rays of energy, like the sun. This stone brings inspiration and increases intuition and wisdom. It can assist in communicating harmoniously with difficult people using its properties which promote tolerance and peace.
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