Crystals - River Healer Holistic Healing

Crystals

Crystals heal holistically, realigning subtle energies and dissolving dis-ease, getting to the root causes. Crystals work through vibration, rebalancing the chakras thus ameliorating many states of physical and psychological dis-ease. Crystals heal by interacting with the human energy field, calming, stimulating or adjusting energies to restore balance.

Crystals have been used for millennia to heal and to bring balance. Ancient healers were aware of the varying properties of different crystals, some being energising and capable of stimulating a sluggish organ and some have a calming effect to sedate an overactive organ. Some crystals heal quickly while others work more slowly. Crystals can also aid pain which can often result from an excess of energy or a blockage. Lapis Lazuli, for example, will draw off a migraine headache however much depends on the origin of the headache. Stress related headaches can be relieved with Amethyst, Turquoise or Amber by placing the crystal on the brow. Headaches which are food related respond best to a crystal which will calm the stomach such as Citrine or Moonstone. Crystals have been connected with specific areas of the body and its organs for thousands of years. They come in varying colours and the colour of crystal required for a specific condition is dependant on the colour of the chakra which governs the affected area of the body. Some of the more commonly used crystals for each chakra are detailed below:

Amethyst

Purple in colour Amethyst stimulates and balances the Crown chakra, cleanses the aura and transmutes negative energy. At a subtle level Amethyst balances and connects the physical, mental and emotional to the spiritual. On a physical level Amethyst boosts production of hormones, tunes the endocrine system and strengthens the immune system. It cleanses the blood, relieves stress, eases headaches and releases tension. Aids healing of dis-ease of the lungs and respiratory tract and dis-ease of the digestive tract. Amethyst treats insomnia and aids resful sleep.

The ability of Amethyst to stabilise and transmute disfunctional energy renders it particularly useful in overcoming addictive behaviour patterns, and it has in fact been used for centuries to encourage and support sobriety.

Lapis Lazuli

A lovely deep blue/indigo colour Lapis Lazuli stimulates and balances the Third Eye chakra. It harmonises and balances the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels - imbalances between these levels can result in depression, dis-ease and lack of purpose. Lapis Lazuli promotes creativity and clarity and aids expression of feelings and emotions.

On a physical level Lapis Lazuli alleviates pain especially migraine headaches. It aids the respiratory and nervous systems, throat, larynx and thyroid. It boosts the immune system and cleanses the organs, alleviates insomnia and lowers blood pressure.

Sodalite

Blue in Colour, Sodalite stimulates and balances the Throat chakra. It balances emotions and stimulates release of fears, phobias, guilt and control mechanisms, enhances self esteem, self acceptance and self-trust.

Physically Sodalite balances the metabolism, aids calcium deficiences and cleanses the lymphatic system and organs boosting the immune system. Aids insomnia, heals the throat, vocal chords, and larynx. Helps to cool fever, lower blood pressure and stimulate absorption of fluid in the body.

Peridot

A green stone, Peridot stimulates and balances the Heart chakra. It also comes in a yellowish green and can be used for the Solar Plexus too. Peridot helps to alleviate jealousy, resentment, spite and anger and reduces stress - all things than can contribute to heart 'attack'.

Physically Peridot aids the heart, thymus, lungs gallbladder, spleen, intestinal tract and ulcers. It heals and regenerates tissues, strengthens the metabolism and benefits the skin.

Rose Quartz

Pink in colour, Rose Quartz also stimulates and balances the Heart chakra. It is in fact the most imprtant crystal for the Heart chakra as it teaches the true essence of love. A calming and reassuring crystal, Rose Quartz purifies and opens the heart at all levels, bringing deep healing of emotional turmoil and promoting self-love. It encourages the release of unexpressed emotions and heartache, transmuting old emotional 'baggage'. Rose Quartz opens the heart to be receptive to love and comforts grief. It encourages love of self, self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, self-trust and self-worth.

Physically, Rose Quartz strengthens the heart and circulatory system and aids chest and lung problems. It also aids healing in the kidneys and adrenals. It is also said to increase fertility.

Citrine

Yellow in colour, and carrying the power of the sun, Citrine is a powerful cleanser and regenerator which stimulates and balances the Solar Plexus chakra. It is one of the few crystals which doesn't require to be cleansed as it actively absorbs, transmutes, dissipates and grounds negative energy. It has the ability to cleanse the Solar Plexus Chakra and is also used to activate the Crown chakra. Citrine raises self esteem and self confidence, improves motivation, activates creativity and encourages self-expression. It promotes a positive attitude and is an excellent stone for relieving depression as it draws away negative energies and balances the emotions.

Physically Citrine stimulates digestion, the liver, the spleen and the pancreas. It negates infections on the kidneys and bladder, increases blood circulation, detoxifies the blood, balances the thyroid and activates the thymus. An eliminator, Citrine also aids relief from constipation and removal of cellulite.

Carnelian

This stone comes in orange, red, pink and brown. Orange Carnelian stimulates and balances the Sacral chakra. Carnelian promotes courage, dispels apathy, restores motivation and stimulates creativity. Carnelian is a powerful protector against envy, rage and resentment, calming anger and releasing negative emotions.

Physically Orange Carnelian heals problems in the lower back, aids fertility, regulates bodily fluids, regulates the kidneys, accelerates healing in the ligaments and bones and improves the absorption of vitamins and minerals.

Red Jasper

Jasper also comes in brown, yellow, green blue and purple. Red Jasper stimulates and balances the Root chakra and is an excellent stone for grounding energy. It encourages assertiveness and promotes courage to put ideas into action.

Physically Red Jasper supports the circulatory, digestive and sexual organs. It balances the body's mineral content , strengthens and detoxifies the blood, circulatory system and the liver. It aids dissolution of blockages in the liver or bile ducts.