Cleanse, activate and reinforce your crystals to prepare for meditation.
Cleansing, activation and reinforcement, also referred to as programming, are three of the key components needed to prepare your crystals for meditation. Since crystals absorb energy from individuals handling them, it is imperative that you thoroughly cleanse the crystals when you purchase them to release any unwanted negative energy source. In "The Encyclopedia of Crystals," Judy Hall writes, "A crystal has to be activated and programmed to start working." Once the crystals are prepared for meditation, keep them in a silk or velvet scarf when not in use to protect them from any negative emanations.
Instructions
Cleansing the Crystal
1. Immerse crystals that water does not harm in an earthenware or green bowl of salt water for several hours. Wash away any residue with tap water once the cleansing is complete.
Place crystals that are friable or dissolve easily into an earthenware or green bowl of salt or brown rice over night to remove the negative energy. Discard the salt or rice after cleansing.
2. Visualize a white light surrounding your crystals. Focus your mind on the white light cleansing, purifying as well as re-energizing the crystal. The surrounding white light will remove any negative energy attached to the crystal from other sources.
3. Place your crystals in direct sunlight or moonlight for several hours. This is the last step to recharge the crystal before activation.
Activating and Reinforcing the Crystals
4. Hold the crystals in the palms of your cupped hands. Place your cupped hands in front of a light source such as the sun coming through your windows. As an option, place your cupped hands under a bright cool light or lamp within your home.
5. Visualize a bright light surrounding the crystal. Fill it with positive energy and vitality for activation.
6. Focus your mind on your intention. Be specific on how you want to use your crystal and its purpose. According to Judy Hall, "...focused intention is part of the process."
7. Relax your mind while holding the crystal in the palm of your cupped hand and focus on the area you are seeking improvement with focused intention. For example, if you are using your crystals to attract love into your life, be specific with the type of person you are seeking and this person's characteristics. Do not place a stringent timetable, such as within the next six months, to meet your partner. The universe could be preparing the meeting for the following week. Do not place any visualizations of how the meeting will take place. The universe will know the best way for you to have the encounter.
8. Tune into your crystal's energy and say aloud what you are programming your crystal to do, stating your purpose and intention.
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