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Since humans made the first flint arrow and fire strikers, and possibly long
before that, crystals and stones have been seen as a source of wonder and in
some cases power.
The Egyptian goddess Isis protected the dead with a Carnelian Amulet named Thet.
After being soaked in Ankhami flower water, on a Sycamore plinth (a type of
tile) and placed on the body of the deceased, Isis would grant the person
protection from harm while moving through the afterlife. The stone also appears
In Hebrew Mythology; Aaron’s breastplate included a Carnelian stone. Buddhists
in China and India created amulets inlaid with Carnelian and other semi-precious
stones, ascribing to them powers of protection and utilizing them for many
rituals. To this day Carnelian is often suggested as a protective stone
Citrine was gifted to or carried by traders to protect them in there travels, As
well as ensure the trip was profitable one. This too carries over to today where
we find citrine often suggested to abundance and wealth.
In ancient times the Vikings used Iolite to help in Navigation. A slab of
Iolite would be gazed upon to aid direction. This was because Iolite can bear a
different hue when viewed at different angles, helping the mariner find north &
south. It is also believed to protect for safe journeys. Today Iolite is often
recommended as a stone to help one see the path ahead clearly, to promote
clarity and aide in changes.
To name but a few of many mystical attributes humans have found in stones since
time in memoriam.
Before the age of science and scepticism people knew these pretty coloured
rocks had a power and uses all of there own. They found application for them in
their day-to-day lives for practical and mystical application.
I take heart and pleasure from the fact that the old wonder and reverence for
these little earth treasure’s lives on today in the hearts and minds of us who
work with them and even in those who collect them.
When I decided to write a page on crystals and their uses I thought this should
be easy. We do, after all, run a web site that sells crystals and minerals and I
have been working with them for nearly 6 years, it is supposed to be my field of
expertise. Well I wasn’t wrong I do know a lot about crystals and gemstones,
even a lot about ways to use them. What I didn’t realize would be such a
challenge was formalizing what I know into coherent information.
So I trust you will bear with me while I attempt some semblance of coherency and
give some of my opinions and thoughts on crystals.
First thing I did was have a brief scout around online to see what other people
were saying about crystals and why they have healing properties and magick
potentials.
I found a lot of people attributing grand properties and vibrations to stones,
but very few people saying why it worked that way. Those who know me are
probably aware I’m big on whys and how’s.
On the metaphysical side I found this to be a very articulate explanation.
According to crystal researcher Marcel Vogel, a senior scientist with IBM for 27
years, "The crystal is a neutral object whose inner structure exhibits a state
of perfection and balance. … Like a laser, it radiates energy in a coherent,
highly concentrated form, and this energy may be transmitted into objects or
people at will. … With proper training, a healer using a crystal can release
negative thought forms which have taken shape as disease patterns."
So to cut along story short the reasons crystals are such a useful tool in
energy work is because they vibrate. Not only vibrate they can amplify or “mimic” any
vibration conducted through them. The mechanical pressure referred to earlier is
actually present already in the most common crystal formation. The structure of
a quartz crystal was created under pressure. The silicates and minerals
contained with in the crystal are pressurized, that’s why crystals are known to
shatter when large energies are passed through them or even when left in the
heat or the cold.
This is where we come in; when we use a crystal we alter its vibration. We as
practitioners are aware that simple thoughts have vibrations let alone when we
focus our will, summon our energy and pass it through the stone. When this
occurs we are easily able to create a huge beacon or battery, a continuous
vibration of our will or intent.
It then also becomes clear why different properties are attributed to different
stones. Not only do we have different materials vibrating at different
frequencies we also have color. Again we know that color has a vibration of its
own. That is why a pink stone is said to comfort the heart. Pink is thought of
as a loving color and I agree pink is a very sweet and caring vibration. So
carrying or holding a pink stone is equivalent to being in pink light/energy.
When we interact with the vibration our aura experiences the vibration and we are comforted. I have also found that auras can be a little like tuning forks They will pick up a vibration from their surroundings and if we wish “mimic” it. Energy is magnetic. As soon as we adopt a vibration we attract similarly vibrating energies.
This principle holds true to healing with crystals too and any other application
one can think of. It’s a simple case of energy magnetism and complementary
vibrations.
So that is the basic theory or should I say my basic theory on crystal healings
and working.
Before I begin to sound too scientific, I must say, I personally believe there is something mystic about minerals. I feel they are a gift from the earth and have power and wisdoms inside them. My explanation that its all subtle little electric pulse, really doesn’t begin to explain why a piece of kyanite is protective or why black tourmaline is can absorb negative energies. Those are just a few of my experiences.
Not that I mind, I think if I could explain everything I wouldn’t want to do
anything any more. The above does however offer some insight into the way
crystals work and that’s helpful in learning to work with them.
Yet as with all energy work it’s in large part about how we do something not
just what one does.
There are a few methods for working with crystals and no doubt a lot I’m not
familiar with. The ones I’m going to address are;
Attuning with Crystals and Stones
Programming a Crystal
Projecting Energy via a Crystal or Stone
Receiving Energy via a Crystal or Stone
Within these 4
methods/concepts I find a base for anything I could conceivably wish to do or
achieve with a crystal.
ATTUNING
Tuning into a crystal. This I always liken to tuning into a radio broadcast. The
crystal is vibrating at a certain level. My intent, or indeed my body, is
vibrating at a different level. The idea is to get my being and the crystal
vibrating at the same frequency, alternatively to get the crystal and my being
vibrating at complementary frequencies.
Many healers I have spoken to refer to the act of getting a complementary
vibration passing between patient or healer and crystal as a really advanced
technique. Personally I disagree, however the proof is in the pudding they say.
How to Attune To A Crystal or Stone
The only thing I can share is my own methodology. Taking the crystal in ones left hand grasp it tightly. If you allow your mind to become quiet and expectation to fade you will become aware of a tiny pulse or vibration in your palm. Wait till you are sure its not your heart beat “ I say that as it’s a common excuse sceptics give me - I find it quaint :-).
You will soon become aware of the particular vibration of the crystal you are
holding. Draw this vibration into your chest cavity or heart chakra , wait till
you feel your left arm tingling with that vibration. Then slowly begin pushing
that vibration through your body and outwards, Allow it to flow freely soon you
will become aware that its coming out of you not from the stone. In this manner
you have mimicked the exact vibration of the crystal you are holding.
With luck people are saying okay so that was easy, why are we doing this again?
Attuning to a crystal or stone is firstly one of the most potent forms of
cleansing and grounding of which I am aware. At this moment you are vibrating at
the same frequency as a sacred piece of earth. What more beautiful union with
host could we ask for? Beyond that it is also the first step in partnership
with a crystal. When we make a new acquaintance we customarily shake hands as a
sign of good will and friendship, a very basic energy exchange. This is a
handshake between you and your new energetic partner.
Now to find that elusive complementary vibration I was speaking of earlier
simply pass energy back through your left arm to the palm the crystal resides
in. If you are more comfortable projecting through your right hand take the
crystal in both hands. Again tune into the crystal’s energy then slowly raise
your energy, or lower it. Feel and patiently wait for the crystal to follow
you. As when people harmonize when singing so one can find vibration that work
together between body and stone.
It is when the 2 vibrations are working in harmony that I can really begin to
work with the crystal. Quartz has a memory like an elephant. Once I have attuned
to a crystal it seems to remember and I’m left with a “tool" and a friend I can
rely on.
PROGRAMMING OR CHARGING A CRYSTAL OR STONE
This could also be called charging a crystal. I like to think of this creating
an ever-burning beacon of ones intent. As I often state energy is magnetic so
even the smallest charge will attract like energies. When I am at a state of
union between my energies and those of the stone in question I am able to charge
the stone with my intent The principle is that of a simple spell but can be
taken as far or as big as the practitioner wishes.
A basic example would be passing my intent to send healing to a friend through
the stone. The vibration will change slowly in your palm; you will feel your
desire to bring healing resonating from the crystal and the energy flowing from
the crystal to your target. The simply beauty of this method is even when you
have put the stone down and gone to take a bath or watch TV it will continue to
do the work you charged it. Ever growing amount of energy being drawn to it and
sent from it .
I have purposefully kept this aspect of working with a crystal vague, as I don’t
believe there is one better or worse way to do it. I think we all have our own
way of mobilizing our intent and sending out our will. This is much like a
candle ritual or a basic healing. The sky is the limit though. I have left
charged stones around in a protective formation in times of need to ward of
negative energies. I have used charged stones to help maintain my
sacred/meditation space. It is as simple as powering up a magick battery.
PROJECTING WITH A CRYSTAL OR STONE
This is the
act of directing or sending energy from or through a stone or crystal. I know
that many people who work or spend time around crystals have come to there own
methods for doing this. I feel that any ones experience when working with
crystals is sacred and special to the person. I don't claim to have a better way
or even a right way. Merely I can share my way.
Firstly attune to the crystal you wish to work with as described above. Again
draw the stones vibration into your chest cavity. Wait till you feel you have
established a link with the stone then slowly begin to pour your energy and
intent back through the crystal. I prefer to direct my energy from different
points depending on my goal. Heart for healing, third eye for manifestation or
solar plexus for projecting personal energy. At this point one may decide if
they wish to send energy from the stone or through the stone. Simply put one can
either send the deep purple of amethyst to a friend/patient or working. Or one
can use the stone as focus point for transferring personal energy. After that it
is very much about visualization and intent. I think the big difference for me
in this method is simply that I have forged an energetic link with the stone and
as such immersed my body and mind in the working.
RECEIVING ENERGY USING A CRYSTAL
Receiving energy with a crystal is as easy as projecting. Again one needs to
attune and forge a connection with ones stone of choice. Once one can feel the
energy flowing between ones being and the stone and the flow takes on a circular
sensation. Then all one needs to do is a pick a third energy or being to bring
into the equation. Focus on the energy of your choice and feel the vibrations
flowing through the crystal and into ones being. The reason there must be a
circular flow is that one does not want to overload one's self or on rare
occasions the crystal. In this way the crystal will take on as much energy as it
can and so will you.
As one practices one can employ this technique to charge a stone with a specific
energy or to cleanse or recharge one's self.
These are all basic concepts with any kind of energy work there are always
thousands of variables and it is our experience perception and the specific goal
and energy that will dictate an exact method. How ever it is my hope that people
will enjoy experimenting with these simple techniques and with luck find a
little something of value.
I feel obliged to share a few rules I have always used when working with energy,
as always take what you like and leave the rest.
If at any time you feel uncomfortable or out of control disengage your work take
a few deep breaths and think about something else for a few moments. Then ground
yourself. If you are not familiar with grounding searching grounding energy on
Google will bring up many opinions or feel free to email me and I will share
what I know happily.
When working with other people and energy, especially if you are sending or
receiving directly make sure you know and trust the person. At least until you
feel very confident and comfortable doing it. Your feelings are always your best
guide if at anytime something feels strange or incorrect ask. Any one working
responsibly will be able to explain to your satisfaction. Then if things still
don't feel right trust your self and simply excuse yourself from the exercise,
therapy or working.
Learn to shield your self with energy, Once again a
Google search will bring up a lot of varied techniques and methods find the
one that works for you and practice. If you wish to email me I am always happy
to share my experience and personal techniques. We lock our houses when we leave
them so why would we wish to leave our auras open to every energy we encounter.
Lastly energy takes practice and patience some people experience nearly
immediate results for must of us it takes months to learn to proficiently move
energy and a life time to get better at it. Take your time work at your own
speed, research different techniques keep trying new ones and asking questions
till it makes sense to you. Enough time patience and practice and I believe any
one can realize there divine right to mobilize there energy and draw from the
wealth of light all around us.
Namaste, Amen, Thank you
Brian and Penny
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