by T.S. Garp

Created on: October 31, 2009

Crystals, A Healing Mineral With Many Uses

Crystals have been used for psychic grounding and healing for countless years, but modern science has shown the value of crystals can be utilized in everything from watches to telecommunication.

Crystal, the word comes from the Greek meaning ice or Krystallos due to the appearance of the mineral. Crystallization forms from pressure and fluid cooling rapidly in mineral rock deep within the Earth. Today, crystals are worth a lot and are used dramatically and increasingly in all sorts of a variety of ways. Crystals can absorb energy as well as store energy, thoughts, emotion, aura energy, and electronic impressions. Crystals are themselves charged with energy that resonates around them. Crystals emit an electrical pulse called piezoelectricity.

The New Age movement and crystal power. Many believe that the human body responds to the piezoelectric-harmonic energy from crystals. Laying crystals upon the body on specific Chakras points to bring harmony back to the energy fields, in effect a cleansing process. Choosing the right crystal is important. Crystals vibrate to a certain frequency, come in many colors, shapes, and sizes. Different crystals have different energy properties. Quartz crystals, known as the Star Stone, used by North American Indians and other cultures around the world, have used the clear crystals in ceremonial rituals, spells, and for protection, healing, and psychism. Rose quartz crystals are pink and good for love, relationships, duality, and balance. Blue quartz crystals for tranquility. Smoky quartz crystals are a grounding stone and helps to overcome negative emotions. Green quartz helps prosperity and creativity.

Throughout history many have sought to understand the mineral kingdom and master it's magical effects. Seeking gemstones, crystals, and metals for their aesthetic beauty and healing properties. Medicine men, spiritual seekers, shamans, and in certain religious practices have used the power of these crystals for cleansing, therapeutic, and clarity for directing-manipulating energy. Programming a crystal stone with positive healing energy is common. One should focus on intent, desire, and need. Dedicating the crystal to a specific purpose, such as protection or medicinal.

What is crystal therapy? Crystal therapy is a form of vibrational medicine. Crystals alone can be used or when applied with other gemstones. Wearing a crystal, holding it, placing it upon the desired location on the body

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