Cleansing, Clearing, and Energizing Your Crystals
You have picked out your crystals, or hopefully they have chosen you- now what do you do? Depending on where you got your crystals from, they may have been handled by many people... This subjects the stones to so many different energies, good or bad.
You will need to cleanse and clear your crystals and there are a few ways to do so-
*Make sure to google each specific stone to figure out which method is okay for each one*
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How to Cleanse your Crystals
1. Salt Water- Considered the best and most thorough way to clean your crystals. If your stone is suitable and not brittle you may submerge it in a bowl of (pure sea salt) salt water and leave it to soak overnight. Then rinse them in cool running water to make sure to remove any leftover salt.
- you must dump any remaining salt water because it may have absorbed any of the negative energy it removed from your stones.
- you can also add basil, sage, or lavender to enhance the cleansing effect.
2. Non-Contact Salt- This method is said to be the safest for your stones. Fill a glass bowl or container half full with dry pure sea salt and place a smaller glass container or shallow drinking glass and bury it half way in the salt. You can then place your crystals directly into the empty glass. The salt will still be able to draw out the stored energies within the stones but this method will take longer to work than direct contact with salt. You may also pour just enough water (preferably pure, distilled or mineral water) into the smaller glass container, just enough to cover the crystals.
*But remember that not all crystals can be submerged in water.
3. Smudging- Sage is known for and used often to cleanse and rid of negative energies. So naturally it would make sense that you can cleanse your crystals with it. Start by holding them in the smoke to help clear any stored energy. You can use a feather to help fan the smoke around the stones.
- Is it important that you make clear of your intentions with the crystals while using this process.
4. Rose water- If you have smaller crystals this method works great! Just place your stones in the palm of your hands and pour some rosewater on them, rub them around in your hands, and wish for positive, loving energy, make clear of your intentions and then leave them to dry.
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How to Energize your Crystals
1. Sunshine and Moonlight- This is my favorite way because I feel that is really gives you a chance to connect with your crystal energies and clear your own mind. Simply place your stones under the sun or moonlight for a few hours or even for a day or two. The Sun provides a stronger energy, whereas the Moon has a more gentle energy, but it's energies are more purifying.
-Be aware that some crystals, such as amethyst, may fade over time in the sunlight, so limit the time you place them out.
-Doing this under direct sunlight/moonlight vs. through a window is better.
2. Water Energy- Hold your crystals under cool running water, or soak them in a bowl of purified water for 10-20 minutes. If you get the chance to bring your crystals around natural running water such as a river or waterfall, you can hold them or place them in a mesh bag and leave them in the water for a short amount of time.
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How to Program your Crystals
Your crystals need to be "activated" and dedicated to the purpose you are using them for. Whether it be, cleansing, energizing, protection, wealth, etc.
Is is best to program your crystals directly after you cleanse them and to have a clear, calm space and self. (I recommend sage/smudging your room beforehand). Sit quietly away from distractions and ALL technology. Hold the crystal in front of you and completely clear you mind as you focus on the stone and the moment that you are in. The best way to connect with your crystal is to affirm your intentions over it. Make clear of what you want to come from this experience.
Stand in pure light or use the visualization method.
Simply hold the crystal, focus on it, and visualize a bright white light surrounding the crystal, followed by a beam of white light coming from your mind, traveling through your arms and down through the stone, passing all the way through the stone, taking away any stored energy within the stone. Do this until you feel happy that the white light has done its job and flushed away the stored energies. The 'thought energy' generated by you will be transmitted to the stone and this cleansing energy will do the job of clearing the stone of its stored energies.
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As you continue your crystal healing journey, you will begin to notice a change in your mindset and eventually your ways of life. It can be a slow process, so make sure to just give it your all and just keep practicing.
If you have any questions or would like to share any thoughts or suggestions please do so!
xoxo,
Cydnee Jasmine
Thank you!
I came across this picture and it really helped inspire me, the process may be slow, but it is a lifestyle for a lifetime.