Crystal and gemstone therapy
23/08/09
Crystal and gemstone therapy is derived from the Greek word krystallos and the Latin crystallum, meaning a lucid substance that has solidified, crystals and gemstones, which are precious and semiprecious stones, were thought by the ancients to be powerful, healing manifestations of electromagnetic energies of the Earth. During a crystal therapy session, crystals or gemstones may be held by the client or practitioner or placed in the room or on the client’s chakras, the energy circles along the midline of the body. Some claim they have been relieved of symptoms of wounds, back pain, and arthritis. There are at least 3000 crystal and gem-stone substances that have been identified as having specific properties and characteristics. For example, amethyst may be worn or held during meditation by a person who wishes to develop psychic ability or become more spiritual. To relieve stress caused by being unable to speak up about a problem, one may hold a piece of turquoise or aquamarine against his or her throat and concentrate on relaxing and freeing the mind of resentment. Several crystals and stones have been associated with certain glands in the body. Clear quartz, for instance, may be placed on the forehead, chest, and solar plexus; in the palm of each hand; and on the pubic bone during breathing exercises or meditation to help clear energy blockages from the corresponding organs. Clear tourmaline has been used for benefit to the immune system, for general detoxification, and for eye and nervous system disorders. Silver is said to balance hormone levels, reduce lung and throat irritation, and help resolve sexual dysfunction. Wearing peridot is said to benefit the stomach and digestive tract. As folklore, crystal and gemstone therapy functions daily as part of the customs of our culture; for example, an engagement ring harks back to the days when the ancients believed that wearing or carrying talismans put one in tune with universal forces. Healers through the ages have used substances from the Earth to connect with healing power in conjunction with other relaxation and visualization techniques.
Crystal and gemstone therapy
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