....and the power of crystals
We believe it’s safe to say the world is going through a massive transformation of change and upheaval. Luckily, through the evolution of technology, we can now connect with others across the globe and offer immediate support for those in need.
At Round Rock Holistic Health, we believe in the power of intention and the healing that follows when we set our focus on positive outcomes for others, as well as ourselves. Nature has bestowed us with many healing gifts, and it is of our personal opinion that crystals are one of them.
In both ancient and modern times, cultures from across the globe have used crystals for healing properties. Ancient cultures, such as the Chinese used crystals for healing the Prana and balancing one's life force. The Chinese used needles made of gemstones for acupuncture. Egyptians loved crystals and used them frequently in rituals- particularly when burying the dead. Their energetic power was believed to help them find their way in the afterlife.
Perhaps the most applicable use of crystals was done in ancient India. Ayurvedic medicine considers crystals and gemstones invaluable to counteracting the effects of negative karma. In one of the oldest Hindu scripts, the Vedas, healing crystals are documented with their specific healing properties.
If you’ve ever wanted to explore the beneficial properties of crystals, or utilize them to send distance healing to friends, family, or even strangers that could use the support right now, here are our top picks:
Clear Quartz is a powerful amplifier, a clear channel of divine assistance and will help to open your crown chakra as well as clearing your third eye. This stone helps to amplify all the other stones it’s with! It aids in concentration, psychic ability and meditation.
Labradorite is one of the most powerful stones for intuitive healing and really connecting with your higher calling/purpose. It calms an overactive mind and helps with change, lending strength and perseverance.
Rose Quartz helps you to connect and be in your heart space (out of your head) while sending energy healing. It promotes self-healing and forgiveness as well as encouraging self-trust and self-worth. The stone of unconditional love and universal love.
Tiger’s Eye is grounding, a great stone for intuition and manifestation overall. It can also aid in receiving fear, worry or depression.
Obsidian is a stone of protection, spiritual connection and grounding. If you want to feel energetically protected while sending energy, this stone is a must.
You may be wondering, “Well, how is it possible to send healing energy from a distance?"
Rest assured, it is as simple as closing your eyes (preferably in a quiet, meditative space), connecting to your heart, and focusing on who you want to send healing energy to, and what the intention is for the healing. For instance, if you have a friend that’s about to go into surgery, imagine a successful outcome for them, quick recovery time, and a body that is regenerating itself as you meditate on it.
Prior to sending this energy, you may want to clear your own. A great way to do this is through crystals, which can help you bring awareness to those areas of your body that have stagnant or blocked energy. Allow the crystal(s) to bring this to your awareness and imagine that stagnant energy leaving your body through the closest corresponding chakra (we’ll discuss chakras in an upcoming blog). Here is a basic chakra chart -
It can be useful to place a clear quartz in your right hand and an obsidian in your left. Picture pulling the energy of the clear quartz through your body and any negative or stagnant energy going into the obsidian.
Remember, we have to help ourselves before we can help others. When sending this energy, we do not want to deplete or drain our own reserves. We simply want to extend our energy out to support others, and then draw the energy back in when the visualization and affirmations have been set.
Once you’re done, release the obsidian and make sure to cleanse it after!
For distance healing on a more collective level, imagine outcomes of peace, resolution, and prosperity, particularly for those who are victims of brutality and injustice (people, pets, and even the land). Surround this collective community with green, pink, white, or golden light (go with whatever color comes up for you). Then seal it off so that it looks like there’s a perfect protective bubble of white light. Send your final well wishes and come back to your body.
By incorporating this practice into your self-care routine, you are learning how to heal your own body, while simultaneously helping others. It’s a win-win situation, and the world could use the love.
To learn more about the healing properties of crystals, schedule a crystal consultation.