lauraakafoxy
Apr 9 2006, 07:09 PM
Here you will find a list of differant crystals and what they are used for.
1. Apache Tears: (obsidian variant)
Provides psychic protection and grounding, draws light to the base Chakra and provides powerful psychic protection. These small, dark, smoky-translucent Obsidian pebbles ease and release pain, loss, sadness and anger, helping to heal and go on with life. It is good for looking within, protection and vision quest, gently grounds and unblocks lower body and endocrine glands. The name represents tears shed by Native American women after the death of a loved one at the hands of the white invader.
2. Hematite:
This is one of the most grounding of all stones, it condenses fuzziness into mental clarity, aids concentration, memory, self-control, practicality, original thinking, helps study, bookkeeping and all types of detail work. Promotes sound sleep, confidence, willpower and boldness. It was used in ancient Egypt to calm hysteria and anxiety. Yang. Physically benificial to the spleen and good for cleansing the blood. In common with black stones it can provide protection by deflection. Good for jet lag, stress, birth and the after-effects of anaesthesia.
3. Jet:
This black mineral is a type of coal formed from carbonised wood. It has been used for protection against illness and personal attack by many European civilisations, since ancient times. People were even buried with it to protect them in the afterlife. It was used by the ancient Greeks for toothache, like all dark stones it is an excellent grounder. Good talisman for first half Capricorn.
4. Obsidian:
Made from volcanic glass, this is a protection stone for sensitive or psychic people, providing a wonderful screen against negative energy. It grounds the higher energies through the base Chakra, balancing the digestive and intestinal systems. A good stone to carry around with you, or for those born in the second half of Virgo , it can be placed on a bed side table for night protection in the dreamstate. Black obsidian is the Wizard stone, which holds back negativity and in a large chunk can be a psychic door opener. It is a benevolent stone which cannot be misused, as only positive energy can work with its sphere of influence. In the egg shape it is very powerful as it draws upon itself infinitely. This Obsidian is highly recomended for all psychics.
5. Snowflake Obsidian:
This is the intermediary phase when all colours combine to create white embodied in the black protection of obsidian. A good stone to use in times of change for a balanced attitude. Can be used in meditation and astral travel. This is a recording stone which aids psychic hearing (clairaudience). It is also a powerful absorber of negative energies and can be used for clearing. But needs regular cleansing if subjected to negative energies.
6. Pyrite:
One of the most grounding stones available, its primary usees are for focus, practicality, logic, memory and clearning muddled thinking. Relates to the third Chakra, aiding stomach and intestines, helping to prevent and cure ulcers, aiding sulphur and mineral assimilation, circulation and body acidity imbalances. Also effective against depression, lack of clarity. Wonderful grounding stone for spaciness after meditation or psychic readings.
7. Kyanite:
This mineral variety is light blue and splintery with a linear structure much like satin spar. Placed on the brow it opens the third eye (clairvoyance) and the throat chakra ( connected to clairaudience) It also enhances psychic images, foresight, consciousness, meditation, tranquility and communication. On the third eye it answers questions, usually visually, Kyanite helps us to manifest our thought and dreams into reality.
8. Amethyst:
This translucent, purplr/lavender quartz variety is very helpful to psychics and for mind quieting. Worn whilst awake or asleep, or place a piece under the pillow or on a bedside table and it will help to reduce anger, impatience, and nightmares. In meditation it helps with the assimilation of new ideas. Physically, it is effective with headaches, eyes, scalp, hair, and aids blood sugar balance. It especially aids soberoety and works for those suffering from addictions. The ancients thought it especially helpful with poisons, particularly alcohol. Keep in pets water to reduce fleas. Cape Amethyst aids inner alignment, balances inner bodies, energises, clears energy blocks and eases arthritis. Exposure to sunlight may make Amethyst paler.
9. Aventurine:
This unique member of the quartz family carries the healing powers of the green earth. It heals the heart by releasing enotional stress, thus allowing a reuniting of a healthy heart and soul. Aventurine also assists in the balancing of yin and yang energies. It sometimes has shiny silver or pyrite flecks which enhance energy flow to other body areas and is commonly used as a good luck stone. A good talisman for the first half of Aquarius, works on the heart chakra.
10. Amber:
A clear yellow, brown or orange ancient fossilised resin which is electromagnetic. (These are the more common colours but Amber can also be bought in Green and White) Amber opens the solar plexus Chakra, allowing mental clarity, mood balancing and confidence as well as calming nerves. Physically, it works well with stomach anxiety, spine, central nervous system, brain memory loss, and cell regeneration. Excellant for detoxification and protection from radiation, especially x-rays, sun and computers. It changes negative energy into positive and is widely used as a sacred talisman also used in incense, particularly in Asia and by Native Americans.
11. Carnelian:
The key words in relation to this crystal are confidence, boldness, initative, assertiveness, precission apetite and awareness of feelings. Carnelian works on the orange and yellow Chakras (Sacrel and Solar Plexus) It is warming and cleansinf for the blood and kidneys, it stimulates poor apitite, passion, sexuality, emotions, physical energy, and reproductive system, ( used as a fertility symbol in ancient times) Also helps against menstral cramps, arthritis, and disease of the kidneys, gall blader and pancreas. Can help with respitory problems brought on by allergies and hay fever.
12. Tiger's Eye: (Golden)
A golden layered quartz, the gold variety imparts confidence, willpower, clear thinking, and speaking. Helps us to accomplish personal power in life. Works with the solar plexus Chakra, though it is not as strong as citrine or topaz for this area. On the mental plane it amplifies thinking, enhances psychic abilities, can be used for psychic protection, helps separate thought from feelings, it centres us and makes us less emotional. It physically aids digestion and stomach ulcers (by reducing anxiety) good talisman for second half Virgo.
13. Rose Quartz:
This is the quartz of the heart, an emotional release and balancing stone. Its pink colour is symbolic of warmth and love as it helps all types of lonely and deprived souls. It aligns mental, emotional and astral bodies and is especially good for children , and all those who need love. This can also be used as a protective stone during paranormal investigations due to the good energy it releases. The rose energy flows with the circulation of the heart vessels. Rose Quartz also helps with the development of compassion and forgiveness while cooling hot tempers. Good talisman for first half Cancer. Every one wants this stone because it is the stone of love, beauty, peacefulness, forgiveness, self-love, and emotional balance. It gently soothes and warms the heart chakra. Helps in the healing of loss of a loved one, stress, hurt, low self-esteem, resentment and anger. This stone needs to be cleansed and re-charged often, especially if the colour fades.
14. Sodalite:
Sodalite balances body energy levels through the thyroid, pituitary, and glands It is an excellent stone for communication and writing as it helps with logic, ideas and truth. It is said to be very protective against negative energy, particularly from the background radiation from computers.
It works very effectivley with the 6th Chakra (brow/ third eye). It can help combat insomnia, cools and draws out infection, burns, sinus inflamation and lowers high blood preasure. Physically it is good for the neck, mouth, hearing and blood sugar.
15. Turquoise:
This light blue or blue-green stone is an exceellent all over healer and a very good conductor, due to its high copper content. A gentle, cool, soothing stone, Turquoise is a Native American classic, they consider it a sacred stone and believe that it imparts long life. It opens the throat chakra for open communication, creativity, serenity and spiritual bonding. , opens the heart chakra for giving and receiving. On the brow it provides a psychic connection to the Great Spirit, it strengthens and aligns meridians, chakras, and energy fields. Like Amehtyst it protects and detoxes from alcohol, poison, pollution, x-ray and sun radiation. It is an absorber of negativity and protector from the evil eye. It brings wisdom to the wearer and gets rid of fear. Physically, it is helpful with anorexia, headache, the throat, lungs, asthma, infections, teeth, hearing, and high blood preasure.
16. Flint:
Flint helps with prevention of nightmares. It aligns and strengthens meridians can be mixed with oils and applied externally. It is used as an overall tonic, for health and strength. This mineral is composed as of zones of colour such as red and grey, blue and black with white bands. It is a mixture of various minerals such as chalcedony, calcite, quartz and hematite all mixed with diatom and radiolarite fossils. Flint has always been used as a protector against evil and nightmares. Though used as a weapon or tool for centuries, the stone has great healing capacity, as it stimulates tissue regeneration throughout the organs.
Cleansing Crystals:
ELEMENT SIGNS:-
FIRE: - Aries - Leo - Sagittarius.
EARTH: - Taurus - Virgo - Capricorn.
AIR: - Gemini - Libra - Aquarius.
WATER: - Cancer - Scorpio - Pisces.
Natural Water Cleansing:
(particularly suited to those born under the water sign)
The best water to use is fresh, pure, clean water so if you live close to a stream, waterfall, river or spring, then this is obviously the best source as it is so full of natural earth energy. If not then running water from the tap also works. Hold your crystal under the flowing water until you feel all the dirt or stored negative vibrations have left it. When this process is completed you will feel your crystal is pure and vibrant. It is now ready to be used or, if it is a clear quartz crystal it can now be programmed or dedicated for its purpose.
Saltwater Cleansing:-
Purley from a scientific angle, it is not recomended to use saltwater on a crystal, as this process will, in a short time, damage the crystalline structure and split the crystal or make it appear cloudy, dull, or change colour. Remember, salt is also a crystal. Salt will get into any other crystalline structure, causing irrepareable structural damage. If you do want to try cleansing with salt vibration, It is recommended you place the crystal in a large bowl of sea salt, allowing enough salt to completly cover the crystal. Leave it buried for as long as your intuition tells you. You could also dowse for the correct amount of time. Wash your crystal with plenty of fresh clean water after its salt immersion. If you lay an Opal in salt it will damage it by extracting the water. You can lay the Opal or any crystal that might react negatively to salt - in a small glass dish that has been embedded in a large glass dish full of salt, this way the salt doesnt actually touch the crystal.
Smudge Cleansing:-
(this technique is particularly suited to those born under an air sign)
The burning of incense is a sacred practise held in common by many traditions. In American Indian tradition the practice is called 'Smudging' or sometimes 'smoking' even though the herbs may not be inhaled. Smudging, practised traditionally, takes many forms. Sometimes the herbs are tied in a bundle and called a 'smudge stick'. There are certain herbs that lend themselves to braiding, such as sweet-grass. To smudge cleanse a crystal or gemstone you need a safe container ( a large shell is ideal) that is heat proof. You can place a layer of sand or soil in the bottom, then place a small charcoal disc on top , light the charcoal and put the herbs on top to smoulder, herbs that can be used are - white sage, cedar, copal, lavender, fennel or sweet-grass, if the herbs catch into flame , blow out the flame and just use the smoke for the cleansing for 2/3 minutes. The idea of burning herbs is to release their fragrance and energy, make sure you are in a well ventalated area, out doors is even better. The Native Americans believe it helps them to connect to their spirit helpers. White Sage is used before, during, and after all ceremonies, as they believe that white sage not only cleanses, but also protects them from negative spirit/energy. Sweet grass is also burned because they believe that it calls in positive spirit/energy. The smoke carries their intention or prayers to the sky world, and because birds fly freely in the sky, they use a feather to brush the smoke over the object or person to be smudged, and upwards to the sky, believing that the wings of the birds can carry our prayers to Creator. Allow the smoke to pass over and around the crystal , gently carrying away any harmful, stagnant vibrations to the elements of air to be dispersed and transmuted.
BAY LEAF - used in autumn to protect from colds, flu and infections.
CEDAR, CYPRESS, JUNIPER - to consecrate and make sacred.
FENNEL - repels evil energies.
LAVENDER - protection, relaxation and cleansing.
MINT - cleansing, invigorating and uplifting.
MUGWORT - healing, divination and dream work. (unsafe for pregnancy)
PINE - purifying and disinfecting.
RESIN, COPAL, BALSAM, GUM, SAP - embodying the four elements for balance.
SAGE - clears negative energy and negative spirits.
SWEET-GRASS - grounding, protection and making sacred, calls in good energy and good spirit.
WILD TOBACCO - traditionally used to connect with sacred beings and wisdom.
Earth Cleansing : -
(this technique is particulaly attractive to those born under an Earth sign)
This method is extremely useful when you feel your crystal is becoming negative or sick. By placing it in the earth you are returning it to its 'Great Mother' for realining, nurturing and cleansing. Crystals love this experience; they simply enjoy the whole process of earth placement. After you have buried your crystal in the earth, please be sure to mark the spot if you want to find it again once it has been replenished, (make sure the family pet has not watched you do this, as it may be dug back up as soon as you turn your back). Cleansing may take some time, try two weeks first, then dowse to see if the crystal is ready to work again, if the answer is no, then leave it another couple of weeks and try the process again. Also check to see what soil you have, as some acidic soils can damage your crystal, if you are unsure wrap your crystal in a piece of black cotton with some white sage and bury it, this way the soil dosent make contact with the crystal, yet it is still surounded by the healing vibrations of the Mother Earth.
Fire Cleansing : -
(this is for the fire signs and it is a nice quick easy one to do)
Simply pass your crystal very quickly through a small candle flame, taking care not to burn yourself or the crystal. It is often recomended to use a white candle( but this depends on personal intuition) for this signifies the 'Grandfather' fire ceremony. This is a quick dynamic process, which is instant and very effective. Please note, however, that you must never put an Opal near fire, as fire will damage it. Another technique with fire is to suround your crystal or crystals that need cleansing with small tea lights, normally one for the four directions, one for Father Sky and one for Mother Earth, ( or again what ever number you are impressed to use) place the candles in the centre and leave if you can until the candles burn out ( this is usually about 4 hours) or until you feel it is right. Because it is unsafe to leave candles burning, stay in the room or area where you can keep a check on them, or on a still night do it out doors by the light of the moon and stars. Some people like to use this method for themselves, to cleanse the Aura, by sitting in a circle of 12 lit candles, some say they hear a hissing sound come from the candles and believe this to be the negative energy being burned up by the flame.
Sound Cleansing : -
For this process you will need a crystal singing bowl, bells, a gong, ting-shaws, rattle, or drum. Simply allow your chosen sound to wash over the crystal, purifying, cleansing and freeing it or any stuck or negative vibrations. This process can take a little time, but it is very effective for large quantities of crystals which may need cleansing at the same time.
My personal preference is water cleansing but everyone is differant.
Hope this is of use to anyone wanting to know more about crystals
the engery kept jumping, it missed certain parts and lept over my kness etc, rather than flowing normally, I told my MiL this and predictably out came her crystals, next thing she is swaying her crystals over me and then truimphantly she declared that half of my chakras were blocked! so she dug some books out and told me to take them home and read them and told me to sort myself out, dutifully I toddled off to the crystal shop and no have a nice little collection sitting on my window sill charging.