Healing Properties of Crystals

For centuries, people have known of the healing properties of crystals. Cultures and religions around the world have known of crystals healing properties. Crystals are used for mediation, charms, physical problems, healing and stone elixirs.

A crystals healing properties depend on the individual crystal type. Some people seek the crystal needed for a specific problem, while others select a crystal for it's beauty or other attraction. Stones are used differently depending on the type of stone and the type of healing desired.

There are different methods to get the healing benefits from crystals. Stones can be carried in a pouch worn around the neck, in a purse or in a pocket. Some people prefer to meditate over a crystal. The stone can be held in the hand or set in front of the person. A group of people can meditate over the same crystal or group of crystals at the same time.

To use a crystal for healing, first ask the stone for the energy. Then place the crystal over the part of the body that needs healed. Once placed, the stone will being working and restore balance to the energy centers. Some crystals may be held in the hand to absorb healing energies.

After a crystal has been used, its energy has been depleted, or nearly depleted, and must be cleansed. Stones will retain the negative energy, so its important to cleanse them to restore positive energy. Crystals can be recharged by being placed in the sun for a full day. Some stones can be buried in the ground for a day to be recharged. Some stones can be placed in salt water for 24 hours to recharge. Some stones can only be cleansed in certain ways, so it's best to learn each stone's properties before cleansing.