There is growing excitement about crystal healing and its use in mainstream mindfulness and wellness programs. For seekers of spiritual transformation, healing, and growth, crystals provide improved clarity to the mind, alleviate various physical conditions, and can lighten your spirit. Crystal healing is being incorporated into many yoga and meditation retreats and holistic treatments. Massage therapy also includes crystal healing, not just hot rocks! Even celebrities are sharing how they use crystals to reduce stage fright and other issues. Healing—physical, emotional, and spiritual—through crystal energy is powerful and learning more about crystals and their uses is what this book is all about.
Nowadays, crystals are widely available and information about their use is easy to find and shared on social media. Crystals have become so popular, even the fashion industry has added their beauty into fabrics and designs for jewelry. They have become part of the new décor and their intense colors influence mood selection for room design. Their wonderful physical structures are also found in architecture for a new interpretation of spatial design. This is an awesome time to learn more about crystals and to use their natural healing characteristics.
Crystals have also become treasured for their investment value. Rich or poor, anyone can appreciate them and be inspired by these rare beauties. Crystals have been part of sacred art and regal ornaments since antiquity. Crystals are used in scientific instrumentation and medicines. They’ve been integrated into cosmetics and crafts. Appendix B, at the end of the book, will be helpful if you’re interested in acquiring even more knowledge about crystals.
Throughout this book, you will learn about crystal energy used for healing. Crystal healing therapy focuses on using the energy centers of your subtle body called chakras with the energy of selected gemstones. The interaction between the crystals and your subtle energies creates a healing response. To focus that energy, crystal healers rely on their clients having an open mind, a willingness to meditate, and a belief that a healing can occur. The experience of crystal healing can be quite powerful, indeed.
There is a lot of information covered in this book: how to select crystals for purchase, how to get in touch with their energy, and how to use them for meditation and healing. You can also learn some basic crystal layouts for healing the body, mind, and spirit. Explore sacred geometry and the use of crystal grids or networks to amplify and send positive thoughts. As part of your wellness journey with crystals, take them with you on a walk through a labyrinth. Whether you are a skeptical seeker or are already a believer, you will find crystal healing is nothing short of amazing.