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Crystal History
Crystals are nature’s technology or minicomputers. They are living, everlasting, and ageless libraries or databases, of wisdom and knowledge.
For countless millennia, these ancient artifacts have traversed the ages. Reaching numerous cultures and civilizations. Employed in burial rituals, divination practices, and the pursuit of spiritual and mental enlightenment, crystals continue to wield power.
Consider diamonds and their symbolism in marriage. Diamonds are known as the stone of invincibility. It is the most indestructible natural substance on earth. Diamond’s energetic properties also represent perfection and illumination. In marriage, couples wear diamonds to represent the ritual of binding two people.
Using crystals in ritual did not begin with us modern-day folk. Ancient Egyptians mined crystals and created jewelry from them. They also used crystals for metaphysical reasons like promoting health and protection.
According to the authors of “Connecting with Ancient Egypt Crystal Life Technology”, Ancient Egyptians protected their dead in the afterlife by, using lapis lazuli crystals as scarabs. In Ancient Greece, Plato emphasized the crystal’s healing nature in his account of Atlantis. Plato discussed how Atlanteans used crystals to read minds and communicate thoughts. Crystals were even documented to be used in Ancient Sumerian cultures.
Crystals retain information — and direct that energy onto what it meets.
Why Are They So Special?
Crystals are specially designed to react to responses of all energies around them, and in return, they radiate precise vibratory frequencies. Due to their balance, range in frequency, and their capability to accumulate an incredible amount of information, they are used in technology and common appliances all around us. Your television screen, phone screen, laptop, and even mirrors are some things that are made of quartz crystals.
When a person’s mind and consciousness are open to the crystal, it can promote the flow of good energy and help rid the body and mind of negative energy for physical and emotional benefits, plus so much more. Sometimes, I can feel the vibrations in my hands, shooting up my arms!
My first time feeling the energy of a crystal is a delicious memory. My first two stones were Rose Quartz and Amethyst. But, due to my limiting beliefs, I ended up shelving them for months. Looking back now, I kinda expected power to shoot from them as if I attended Hogwarts.
Crystals are especially designed to react to responses of all energies around them, and in return, they radiate precise vibratory frequencies. Due to their balance, range in frequency, and their capability to accumulate an incredible amount of information, they are used in technology and common appliances all around us.Your television screen, phone screen, laptop, and even mirrors are some things that are made of quartz crystals.
When a person’s mind and consciousness is open to the crystal, it can promote the flow of good energy and help rid the body and mind of negative energy for physical and emotional benefits, plus so much more. Sometimes, I can feel the vibrations in my hands, shooting up my arms!
Buying Crystals
Follow your energy as a guide. When you find yourself in a crystal or metaphysical shop, explore freely. Pick up crystals and feel their energy, observe them, and pay attention to those that call to you or catch your eye.
When you feel the connection, respond to it. Only then, read the descriptions if you choose to, but never before. In some way, you will find that the stone’s vibrational properties resonate with you.
Personally, each new crystal represents a specific issue or theme I’m currently experiencing. This process applies to online shopping too. On Amazon or other online stores, I follow the same approach: I look at crystals and feel their energy. However, let me clarify that intentionally buying crystals by reading descriptions beforehand is also perfectly fine. Remember, it’s your world, so allow your energy to guide you.
Cleansing Crystals
It’s important to cleanse new crystals of old energy. Equally, it’s important to routinely cleanse crystals just as you clean and cleanse yourself. Besides dust & positivity, they also pick up negative energies. Each time you cleanse, you must re-program & activate. This builds a stronger connection. We’ll get to that in a sec.
First, here are 7 methods you can use to cleanse your crystals. Remember, let your energy guide you…
-Water
I like to dip my crystals in beach water. I also collect rainwater by leaving a bowl out on my terrace or atop my AC during rain showers. Natural water neutralizes energy. Alternatively, I mix a little bit of sea salt in regular drinking water and use it to wipe down my crystals.
-Sea Salt
Salt purifies and absorbs negative energy. Some crystals disintegrate when wet, so make sure to research each stone. To get started, put sea, rock, or table salt into a bowl. I use pink Himalayan sea salt or regular sea salt. Both can be found in your local grocery store.
Make sure that your stone is completely submerged in the salt, and allow it to soak for a few hours to a few days’ time. New stones, you may want to leave in for a few days. For older ones, you can leave them in for a few hours. It’s up to you to feel the energy. Rinse when done, pat, or air dry.
-Moonlight:
To receive the delicious sacred feminine energy of the moon, place your crystals on your windowsill, outside, or on top of your AC, allowing the moonlight to gently bathe them. The moon’s soft and lovely light bestows its unique energy upon anything it touches. I love charging stones associated with emotions under the moonlight. In the morning, a little after dawn, bring the crystals back inside. This process cleanses and recharges them, allowing the crystals to share their revitalized energy with you.
-Sunlight:
I love the powerful energy of the sun. It provides life and supercharges of energy to crystals. Be mindful to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Research each crystal. Some should not be charged with sunlight. Therefore, when using the sun method, I ensure that I place them directly in sunlight for short durations.
-Smudging
Smudging is a ceremonial practice that utilizes smoke to purify and cleanse the energy of a space, object, or person. While it is commonly associated with Native American traditions, it is found in various cultures worldwide. You can smudge with any herb of your choice.
Herbs have different properties just like crystals. Herbs like palo santo and sage clear negative energies. While cinnamon demands power and spice. Be creative! As the smoke wafts through the air, it creates a pervasive effect. When using smudging tools, bathe your crystals with the smoke to receive its cleansing benefits,
-Laser Pointer
A lesser-known method for cleansing crystals, recommended by Brother Yosef, a YouTube Guru, is to use a laser pointer. This technique involves aiming the laser through the crystal, allowing it to cleanse. Laser pointers emit high-frequency energies and are a form of light, with which crystals have an affinity for. This approach is effective, fast, and convenient for crystal cleansing.
-Breath & Voice:
The power of our words is significant. When babies are born, their first act is taking a breath followed by using their voices to cry. Similarly, our words hold tremendous influence and can manifest various outcomes. To cleanse my crystals using my voice, I simply make a request: “Universe, cleanse this crystal of energies that no longer serve me.” With this declaration, I set my intention, allowing the cleansing process to take place.
Program & Activate
Although already pre-programmed by nature with specific energies, it is important to program your crystal with your own energy and intentions. Remember, they are minicomputers. You are the software. You amplify its influence with intentions and positive thoughts. This allows you to align them with your desired outcomes and utilize them as powerful tools in manifesting your intentions.
To program my crystals, I follow a simple process. I begin by taking deep breaths to clear my mind and build up my chi or energy. I then, rub my hands together (generating heat & more energy) while holding the crystal in the palm of my closed hands while repeating affirmations (aloud or in my mind).
Lastly, I hold the crystal at the center of my forehead, also known as the third eye, and repeat my intentions with passion. Rose Quartz for example, I repeat, “I am’ aligning myself with love energy and staying receptive to giving, receiving, and radiating love energy”. Additionally, I reaffirm the crystal’s specific properties. Again using rose quartz, I emphasize its ability to enhance love in my life.
It’s a straightforward and effective method to program crystals with intention and aligns their energy with my own. Do whatever feels right for you. Your way is the right way.
FINALLY 🎉
After completing the aforementioned steps, I love to seal the deal by breathing into my crystals and expressing gratitude. Giving thanks is crucial as it amplifies the energy of the crystals and strengthens their desire to serve and protect as loyal companions.
I take the opportunity to tell my crystals that I love them and even give them kisses. By dedicating time to work with crystals, we engage with beautiful fragments of the Earth that facilitate a connection with our inner and higher selves. Moreover, they serve as conduits for natural energies from the world and the universe, creating a harmonious link with the greater cosmic forces.Give Thanks. Expressing gratitude amplifies it's energy. It makes the crystals want to serve and protect it's friend. I tell mine, i love them and kiss them too.
Taking the time to cleanse & charge your crystals is a lovely ritual that connects you with your inner and higher self, while also connecting you to natural energies of the world & universe.
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