Crystals provide a link between the all-loving universal spirit energy and
earthly manifestations. They are but a tool, similar to a lit candle, for receiving
spiritual guidance and for contacting the inner spiritual being. One person
might desire the use of these tools while another does not. Even for the person
who does, chances are that actual crystal work is done sporadically,
with changing circumstances or with a changing self.
As it began with astrology, until a few years ago I had been basing
my own opinions about the use of crystals on what I'd heard growing up and I'd never heard anything good. In fact, it was so bad that you weren't even
supposed to acknowledge the existence of such practices. If it hadn't been for a series of coincidences, I'd have gone on believing
that. Now I find it strange that I'd never made the connection
between the stones in jewelry and more elaborate uses of crystals.
Precious gems were first precious for their properties and elements. Diamonds
are the "king of crystals". A book I've found most helpful is
called Love
is in the Earth, a Kaleidoscope of Crystals by Melody. Click to preview.
Quite accidentally, I stumbled onto something about
crystal ball gazing and faced the first contradiction between what I was reading
and what I'd thought. It said something about "learning" to do crystal
gazing. Immediately the image popped into my head of fortune tellers. Something however, held my attention and I
read that in ancient times crystals were used to facilitate reception of
spiritual guidance and was done as a private activity. They were simply
used to "focus" on a particular problem, thus inner guidance was
easier to receive. This sounded like a spiritual use of crystals, something I'd
never heard of. But it opened the door to look into it all a little more
closely. I've found that some of the nicest and most deeply spiritual people are
those
who work with crystals. Go to Meditations to learn
more about crystal ball gazing and check out the book, Crystal
Balls & Crystal Bowls by Ted Andrews for a wealth of information.
Crystal sensitivities increase the more one works with
them and the more one works with a specific crystal, the more deeply absorbed is
its essence. The unique elements of a crystal give each a
"personality" and the caretaker within has a natural desire to produce
the greatest good possible. When used with purity of intention, a crystal
naturally channels divine energy to and through the user.
Crystals have the
capacity to retain memories, thus picking up vibrations from anyone handling
them. They may be cleansed with pure water or soap and water to remove unwanted residual
vibrations.
Quartz Crystals may also be soaked
to cleanse in Sea Salt water. This regular
maintenance
cleansing may be followed with "charging" crystals by letting them sit
in the Sun/Moonlight for 24 to 48 hours during the phase of the Full
Moon. Note: The
crystals I share on eBay
have been cleansed and charged before arriving to their
new keepers.
To awaken and tune into a crystal, hold it near your Heart chakra and flow
love to it for a few minutes. Then, establish a two-way flow of energies with
the crystal, using visualization combined with rhythmic breathing.
To program a
crystal, direct your intended use of the crystal into it through conscious will.
Visualize penetrating light that carries your personal intention into the "heart" of the
crystal. A physical sensation in one of the chakras (most often at the third) indicates reception, usually
within a few moments.
Learning about specific crystals and for what they’ve
been used for successfully by others helps in their programming.
Recommended Meditation: Sit in a circle of crystals with points facing in.
Elixirs: Most smooth crystals can be placed in distilled water in a glass
container for a few days to impart unique elements into the water, which is then
drank. This is inappropriate with some crystals.
Recommended references: A Kaleidoscope of Crystals from Melody’s
Love
is in the Earth series and Healing
With Gemstones & Crystals by Diane Stein. Other references may be
found in the Library.
Crystals are used extensively with the Chakras. The chakras are energy centers
in the body; connection points between
physical and spiritual energies. The chakras embody the sum result of physical,
emotional, intellectual and spiritual experience.
Health and happiness result
when the chakras are in balance, whereas various problems arise due to energy
loss through imbalances in the chakra system. Unpleasant physical symptoms are
usually the first sign of a chakra imbalance, generally stemming from an
experience that is causing an upset at a higher (spiritual) frequency. For
example, at the seventh chakra center, pure light energy is always
pouring in, but if faith is replaced by fear, the light is extinguished
according to the strength of the fear. The condition of the chakra system is
reflected in the aura. Ideally, the aura is of a healthy shape/color and
provides a shield of protection. (A stone called Petalite may
facilitate the ability to see the physical manifestation of the aura.)
A crystal may be related to a chakra by color or by its elemental properties.
Crystals, excellent mediums for drawing upon divine energies, can be use to
attract additional units of healing energy for the repair, clearing and
strengthening of one or more of the chakras. According to Caroline Myss, PhD.,
energy loss nearly always begins in a chakra below the waist and her two-part video,
Energetics
of Healing is very highly recommended. Certainly many health and financial issues
are associated with these lower chakras. Find more of her books, cassettes and videos in the
Library.
Below is some information on each
of the individual chakras, the kinds of issues they are associated with, signs
of balance or imbalance and possible energy loss, etc. I've also listed a few
stones that might prove helpful when proceeding to correct problem areas.
Illustration: The Seven Chakras
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As you can see in the above
illustration, the first chakra is related to physical energy and basic root
support. The condition of this chakra corresponds with how
"connected" we feel, or our sense of "belonging" in this
world, stemming in large part from our family experience and the programming
we've received since birth. The Root Chakra is aligned with beliefs and
attitudes that have been instilled in us, whether right or wrong. This chakra resembles a
"plug". Passion for life and the ability to bring desires into
manifestation are signs of a healthy first chakra. A feeling of isolation,
separateness and constant blocks and frustrations may indicate a block or loss of energy
from this area. Problems with the feet are just one of the symptoms revealing a need for
improvement in the first chakra center. This is our "support".
Red and Black are the stone colors connected to the first
chakra. Red stones such as Jasper energize the physical vehicle while black
stones such as Smokey Quartz provide grounding and Black Tourmaline absorbs
negativity. Hematite balances & Carnelian stimulates the base chakra.
Second Chakra-Creative
Energy Center
Associated with our emotions and sexuality, true appreciation for others and their efforts, understanding, generosity and
gratitude reflect a healthy second chakra. Corresponding with the lower
emotional nature or astral plane, seeking only to satisfy emotional desires can
lead to various entrapments such as relationship or drug dependency, addictions,
etc. Dwelling in negativity, blaming
others and the need to seek vengeance shows trouble at the second chakra level.
Folded arms across the lower abdomen
shows
discomfort in a conversation and a related imbalance in the second chakra.
Orange and Turquoise are the
colors associated with the second chakra. Carnelian is a good stone for the
second chakra as is Citrine, Turquoise and clear quartz. Tiger Eye protects
against uninvited disembodied entities while Amethyst assists in overcoming
addictions.
Third Chakra-Solar
Plexus or Integrity Center
The Solar
Plexus Chakra is the center of integrity, where our desires are put into action.
When issues involve compromising
our integrity it's felt in the pit of the stomach. Breaking
promises and/or otherwise not keeping commitments gradually dissipates our
self-respect, resulting instead in feelings of shame and inadequacy. It's only
when we can rely on ourselves that we find the necessary provision to proceed
forward – thus the third chakra relates to personal endurance and our ability
to accept responsibility.
The Third Chakra relates to the mental plane and
yellow is the associated color. Stones to stimulate and balance this chakra are Citrine,
clear quartz and other stones of golden or yellow.
Fourth Chakra-Purity
of Heart
The fourth chakra, or Heart
Chakra, corresponds to the intuitive plane of existence and is the source of
compassion. It
is at this chakra center that situations can be cleared up and resolved through
spontaneous attitudes of unconditional love and purity of heart. The Heart Chakra is the
central mediator and able to turn the tides in an instant. Jealousy, bitterness,
an unforgiving attitude and self-serving or ulterior motives does a great deal
of damage to the Heart Chakra.
Pink and Green are
the colors associated with the fourth chakra. Rose Quartz, Jade, Aventurine, Green
Tourmaline are all good stones for stimulating and balancing this chakra.
Fifth Chakra-Throat
or Speech Center
The fifth chakra, also called the
Throat Chakra corresponds to speech. Those who speak with honesty
and truth, who practice discernment in speech and who show respect for another
person's reality and feelings are often referred to as "true blue",
symbolic of a healthy fifth chakra. Cutting remarks or a harsh and critical attitude
invites fifth Chakra problems as does dishonesty. Making amendments and atoning for previous
errors through confession starts the healing process and opens the
fifth chakra
center. This chakra relates to the spiritual plane.
The associated color for the
fifth chakra is Blue. Stones of benefit to this chakra are Azurite, Aquamarine,
Lapis, Blue Kyanite and clear Quartz crystals. (Clear Quartz is beneficial for
all seven chakras.)
Sixth Chakra-Third
Eye or Divine Wisdom
This is the center between the fifth and seventh
chakras, where discernment meets with faith. When we have an appreciation for
the value in everything and a sense of inner security, the sixth chakra is in
good condition. One taps into true wisdom and clear sight by being open to
divine wisdom and following
intuitions. The Third Eye is opened by a belief in purpose. When we have
self-doubts, feel insecure or envious of others, the sixth chakra is likely in
need of repair.
Indigo blue is the color. Stones; Tanzanite and other indigo colored
stones as well as Lapis and clear Quartz crystals. Spheres and
gazing stones are also excellent or stones that provide a doorway for insights. Learn about
gazing in Meditations.
Note: Caroline Myss mentions that the Sixth Chakra is reality headquarters, the
point of human reasoning and the management of illusions. Her video, Energetics
of Healing is an invaluable reference. Find her other works in the Library.
Seventh Chakra-Crown
Chakra-Invitation
The seventh chakra or Crown
Chakra is related to grace, to faith in the divine and an invitation for
guidance. It opens with just a prayer. At the seventh chakra center, divine light energy is always
pouring in, but if faith is replaced by fear, the light is immediately extinguished
according to the strength of the fear.
The Crown Chakra is associated
with Violet, a royal color, and
shimmering golden-white, the ray to "all that is" and all is one. Stones: Amethyst and other
violet colored stones. White and Golden stones, such as Azeztulite, Phenacite
and Moonstone.
There are also minor chakras
located throughout the body. The palms of the hands, for instance, are two of
these minor energy centers, which is why energy transference occurs by holding a
crystal.
Keep an eye on my eBay
auctions for the stones relating to the chakras and other hard to find crystals.
See more about specific stones at Stone Potpourri.
©1999-2005 Celeste Teal
