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Heart Chakra

Heart Chakra

Sanskrit name - Anahata
Location - Center of the chest
Colour - Green
Element - Air

Properties

The fourth chakra is the heart chakra. It controls the unconditional love for yourself and others. The energy from the heart chakra will allow you to have joy, self-acceptance, trust, compassion and openness.

A balanced heart chakra

When your heart chakra is perfectly balanced you will feel open, receptive, forgiving, accepting, generous, kind and connected to both yourself and other people. You will be able to trust life.

A unbalanced heart chakra

Chakras can become unbalanced when they are either blocked (B) or too open (O). This can lead to unwanted feelings and even physical symptoms. If you’ve ever had emotional abuse as a child or grown-up with unhealthy beliefs surrounding love and trust this will certainly cause the heart chakra to become unbalanced.

The emotional feelings of unbalanced heart chakra include:

  • Anger (B)
  • Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Fear (B)
  • Loneliness (B)
  • Resentment (B)
  • Bitter (B)
  • Social isolation (B)

The physical symptoms of an unbalanced heart chakra are:

  • Asthma
  • Bronchial infections (B)
  • Cancer
  • Chest pains (B)
  • Heart conditions
  • High cholesterol
  • Lung or breathing difficulties (B)
  • Lymphatic system complaints (water retention, edemas)
  • Tension
  • Thoracic Spine
  • Weakened immune system (B)

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How to balance the heart chakra

MeditationMeditation

Meditation helps the flow of energy and balances the chakras.

  • Sit cross-legged on a mat or sit on a chair with both feet on the floor.
  • Keep your back straight, arms relaxed and your eyes closed.
  • Take two or three deep breaths.
  • Now visualize a ball green light coming from the center of your chest. Imagine it radiating energy outwards through the whole body.
  • Continue with the deep breathing and visualizations for as long as you are comfortable. 10 to 15 minutes is good to start with.

Try holding a crystal while you meditate or listen to some binaural beats for a stronger session.

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CrystalsCrystals

Crystals have the power to absorb negative energies that cause chakras to be unbalanced.

Place the crystal over the root chakra for between 5-20 minutes. The longer you can do this for the more effective it will be. You can also carry, wear or meditate with them.

The following crystals are perfect to use for balancing the heart chakra. Generally speaking, use pink or green stones.

    • Amazonite
    • Apolphyllite
    • Aventurine
    • Chrysocolla
    • Green Jasper
    • Green Quartz
    • Green Saphhire
    • Green Tourmaline
    • Jade
    • Kunzite
    • Labradorite
    • Lepidolite
    • Malachite
    • Moss Agate
    • Peridot
    • Pink Tourmaline
    • Rhodonite
    • Rose Quartz

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    HeadphonesBinaural Beats

    Listening to the frequencies in binaural beats can stimulate the brainwaves to balance the root chakra. Binaural Beats are best listened to through headphones. Listening to the sounds while you fall asleep can encourage deep sleep and heal at the same time.

    Binaural Beats can be listened to as often as you want. It could be daily during meditation practice when your heart chakra feels out of balance.

    NOTE: Do not listen to Binaural Beats whilst operating heavy machinery or driving.

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    Massage

    Massage can relieve stress in the mind and body. It is a therapy that stimulates the energy flow and can help open the heart chakra. Massage will bring relief to stress. It can loosen phlegm and assist respiration. It also stimulates circulation.

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    Aromatherapy

    Scents such as Jasmine, lavender, orris root and marjoram can cleanse the heart chakra. We recommend this heart chakra essential oil. Use oil in a diffuser, a spritzer or in an inhaler.

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    Yoga

    Yoga poses are a great way to cleanse and balance the chakras. The poses are designed to keep the body aligned which keeps the heart chakra energy flowing.

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    Colour

    Wear green clothing and surround yourself with green colours and objects. Plants are a great way to add green to any room.

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    Food & Drink

    Green foods are best for the heart chakra. Try eating things like broccoli, spinach, zucchini (courgette), peas, beas and cabbage. Drink a herbal tea that contains heart chakra cleansing herbs.

    Man walkingActivities

    Activities that you love to do will help cleanse the heart chakra. Take time out to listen to music, paint, sing or dance. Practising any sort of art form will help release negative energies and get the energy flow through you again.

    Avoid negative people and surround yourself with positive ones. Learn to forgive others.

    Speech bubbleAffirmations

    These strong powerful statements can train your brain to think in a different way. Talk directly to the heart chakra to create balance. Try the following affirmations.

    • I am wanted and loved
    • I open my heart to receive unconditional love
    • I love myself
    • I forgive myself
    • My heart is open to love
    • I deeply and completely love myself

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    Solar Plexus Chakra

    Solar Plexus Chakra

    Sanskrit name - Manipura
    Location - Behind belly button
    Colour - Yellow
    Element - Fire

    Properties

    The third chakra is the solar plexus or sometimes the navel chakra. It’s the centre of our self-esteem, willpower and metabolism. It regulates energy associated with vitality, identity, intention and action. It helps keep the balance between confidence and conceit, bold and foolhardy and self-respect and narcissism.

    A balanced solar plexus chakra

    When your solar plexus chakra is perfectly balanced you will have unlimited energy and feel impulsive and outgoing. You will feel balanced, have lots of confidence and have great social skills. You feel comfortable in your own skin and have the understanding that you have the power of choice.

    A unbalanced solar plexus chakra

    Chakras can become unbalanced when they are either blocked (B) or too open (O). This can lead to unwanted feelings and even physical symptoms.

    The emotional feelings of unbalanced solar plexus chakra include:

    • Anger
    • Anxiety
    • Insecure
    • Low Confidence (B)
    • Low self-esteem (B)
    • Unassertive

    The physical symptoms of an unbalanced solar plexus chakra are:

    • Addiction
    • Arthritis
    • Diabetes
    • Excessive weight around the stomach (pot belly)
    • Fatigue
    • Frequent gas and constipation
    • Gall bladder and liver problems
    • Hypertension
    • IBS
    • Issues with the digestive track
    • Overweight and obesity

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    How to balance the solar plexus chakra

    MeditationMeditation

    Meditation helps the flow of energy and balances the chakras.

    • Sit cross-legged on a mat or sit on a chair with both feet on the floor.
    • Keep your back straight, arms relaxed and your eyes closed.
    • Take two or three deep breaths.
    • Now visualize a ball of yellow light coming from just above you naval chakra region. Imagine it radiating energy outwards through the whole body.
    • Continue with the deep breathing and visualizations for as long as you are comfortable. 10 to 15 minutes is good to start with.

    Try holding a crystal while you meditate or listen to some binaural beats for a stronger session.

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    CrystalsCrystals

    Crystals have the power to absorb negative energies that cause chakras to be unbalanced.

    Place the crystal over the solar plexus chakra for between 5-20 minutes. The longer you can do this for the more effective it will be. You can also carry, wear or meditate with them.

    The following crystals are perfect to use for balancing the solar plexus chakra. Generally speaking, use yellow stones.

      • Amber
      • Bronzite
      • Citrine
      • Golden Beryl
      • Jasper
      • Malachite
      • Rhodochrosite
      • Smithsonite
      • Tiger’s Eye
      • Yellow Jade
      • Yellow Tourmaline

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      HeadphonesBinaural Beats

      Listening to the frequencies in binaural beats can stimulate the brainwaves to balance the solar plexus chakra. Binaural Beats are best listened to through headphones. Listening to the sounds while you fall asleep can encourage deep sleep and heal at the same time.

      Binaural Beats can be listened to as often as you want. It could be daily during meditation practice when your solar plexus chakra feels out of balance.

      NOTE: Do not listen to Binaural Beats whilst operating heavy machinery or driving.

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      Massage

      Massage can relieve stress in the mind and body. It is a therapy that stimulates the energy flow and can help open the solar plexus chakra.

      Massaging in a clockwise pattern over around the belly button area activates your solar plexus chakra. Use essential oils to enhance the massage.

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      Aromatherapy

      Scents such as lemon, chamomile, bergamot, cedarwood, white lotus and rosemary can cleanse the solar plexus chakra. We recommend this solar plexus chakra essential oil. Use oil in a diffuser, a spritzer or in an inhaler.

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      Yoga

      Yoga poses are a great way to cleanse and balance the chakras. The poses are designed to keep the body aligned which keeps the solar plexus energy flowing.

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      Colour

      Wear yellow clothing and surround yourself with yellow colours and objects.

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      Food & Drink

      Yellow foods are best for the solar plexus. Try eating bananas, mango and corn. Drink a herbal tea that contains solar plexus chakra cleansing herbs.

      Man walkingActivities

      Activities that practice self-love is best for healing the solar plexus. Take some spa treatments or a nice warm bath. Going for walks and doing simple exercises everyday help release endorphins which is a hormone that gives us a feeling of pleasure. If you can do this outside. The solar plexus is a fire element and the sun is a perfect source for this. More vigorous exercise such as boxing, dancing, singing will help express any anger you have. Socialise with positive-minded people. Just smile.

      Speech bubbleAffirmations

      These strong powerful statements can train your brain to think in a differnet way. Talk directly to the solar plexus chakra to create balance. Try the following affirmations.

      • I love the person I am
      • I am worthy of love and kindness
      • I am strong and courageous
      • I am confident
      • I am not intimidated by what others think of me
      • I am honest in my relationships with other people
      • I take charge of my life

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      Root Chakra

      Root Chakra

      Sanskrit name - Muladhara
      Location - Base of the spine
      Colour - Red
      Element - Earth

      Properties

      The first chakra is the root. It is the foundation for all the other chakras. Based on the energy of the earth it gives you a feeling of safety, survival and grounding. It is the main foundation of our lives and gives us the security we need to feel safe. This includes your basic needs such as food, water, shelter and letting go of fear and worry.

      A balanced root chakra

      When your root chakra is perfectly balanced you will have energy during the day. You will be able to get things done and make good plans for yourself. Life will be effortless and you will be satisfied with everything around you. You’ll have direction and purpose.

      A unbalanced root chakra

      Chakras can become unbalanced when they are either blocked (B) or too open (O). This can lead to unwanted feelings and even physical symptoms.

      The emotional feelings of unbalanced root chakra include:

      • Anger & frustration (O)
      • Anxiety disorders (B)
      • Apathy (B)
      • Fears (B)
      • Greed & selfishness (O)
      • Insecurity (B)
      • Lethargic (B)
      • Loss of meaning & purpose of life (B)
      • Negativity (B)
      • Nightmares (B)
      • The tendency to want to attract attention.(O)

      The physical symptoms of an unbalanced root chakra are:

      • Colon & bladder problems (B)
      • Eating disorders (O)
      • Leg or feet issues (B)
      • Lower back pain (B)
      • Prostate (in men) (B)

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      How to balance the root chakra

      MeditationMeditation

      Meditation helps the flow of energy and balances the chakras.

      • Sit cross-legged on a mat or sit on a chair with both feet on the floor.
      • Keep your back straight, arms relaxed and your eyes closed.
      • Take two or three deep breaths.
      • Now visualize a ball of red light coming from the base of your spine. Imagine it radiating energy outwards through the whole body.
      • Continue with the deep breathing and visualizations for as long as you are comfortable. 10 to 15 minutes is good to start with.

      Try holding a crystal while you meditate or listen to some binaural beats for a stronger session.

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      CrystalsCrystals

      Crystals have the power to absorb negative energies that cause chakras to be unbalanced.

      Place the crystal over the root chakra for between 5-20 minutes. The longer you can do this for the more effective it will be. You can also carry, wear or meditate with them.

      The following crystals are perfect to use for balancing the root chakra. Generally speaking, use red stones.

      • Azurite
      • Carnelian
      • Chrysocolla
      • Citrine
      • Golden Topaz
      • Hematite
      • Ruby
      • Fire Agate
      • Tiger’s Eye
      • Black Tourmaline
      • Smoky Quartz
      • Red Jasper
      • Obsidian

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      HeadphonesBinaural Beats

      Listening to the frequencies in binaural beats can stimulate the brainwaves to balance the root chakra. Binaural Beats are best listened to through headphones. Listening to the sounds while you fall asleep can encourage deep sleep and heal at the same time.

      Binaural Beats can be listened to as often as you want. It could be daily during meditation practice when your root chakra feels out of balance.

      NOTE: Do not listen to Binaural Beats whilst operating heavy machinery or driving.

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      Massage

      Massage can relieve stress in the mind and body. It is a therapy that stimulates the energy flow and can help open the root chakra.

      Massaging your lower back activates your Root Chakra. Rub some essential oil around your coccyx for a deep massage.

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      Aromatherapy

      Scents such as sandalwood, ginger, cayenne, patchouli, black pepper and cloves help cleanse the root chakra. We recommend this root chakra essential oil. Use oil in a diffuser, a spritzer or in an inhaler.

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      Yoga

      Yoga poses are a great way to cleanse and balance the chakras. The poses are designed to keep the body aligned which keeps the energy flowing. Concentrate on forward bends and standing poses that a good for the root chakra.

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      Colour

      Wear red clothing and surround yourself with earth colours and objects that remind you of nature.

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      Food & Drink

      Eat plenty of grounding foods. Root vegetables are perfect for this such as sweet potatoes, beets and radish. Drink a herbal tea that contains root chakra cleansing herbs.

      Man walkingActivities

      Doing activities that are more grounding and earth-related can help balance your root chakra. Activities such as gardening, cooking, walking or even sit outside to connect with nature.

      Speech bubbleAffirmations

      These strong powerful statements can train your brain to think in a differnet way. Talk directly to the root chakra to create balance. Try the following affirmations.

      • I am grounded
      • I am confident
      • I am worthy of respect
      • I am positive
      • I'm independent and strong
      • I love life

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      Lapis Lazuli

      Lapis Lazuli

      Lapis Lazuli Healing properties, spiritual properties & cleansing. Stone benefits and powers, Lapis Lazuli meaning and uses explained.

      Lapis Lazuli relieves stress and brings deep peace, harmony, compassion, honesty, inner truth and self-awareness. With its strong healing powers, it is known as The Wisdom Stone.

      Eye

      Appearance

      Dark blue with gold flecks

      Birthday cake

      Birthstone

      September

      Lapis Lazuli Healing Properties

      Lapis Lazuli can assist with the healing of many conditions.

      Emotional:

      • Anger
      • Decision making
      • Depression
      • Memory
      • Negative thinking
      • Psychic attacks
      • Writer's block

      Physical symptoms:

      • Asperger’s syndrome
      • Attention-deficit
      • Autism
      • Bone marrow
      • Cramps
      • Colds & Flu
      • Headaches & Migraines
      • Hearing loss
      • Immune system
      • Inflammation
      • Insomnia
      • Nervous systems
      • Purifies blood
      • Throat issues
      • Thymus
      • Thyroid problems
      • Vertigo



      Spiritual properties of Lapis Lazuli

      Lapis Lazuli is known for opening the third eye chakra. This allows you to find your centre of intuition and inner wisdom. It will enhance psychic abilities and communication with spirit guides. It will recognise psychic attacks and block them.

      How to use Lapis Lazuli

      • Meditate with it by either holding the crystal or placing it in the area of pain or organ on your body you wish to heal.
      • Place this on your throat, larynx, thyroid and vocals cords areas that need improvement.
      • For headache release, place the Lapis Lazuli on the forehead, temples or base of the neck if a headache radiates from that point.
      • Wear your crystal with a pendant, bracelet or pop them in your pocket.
      • Place your crystal in your handbag or place in your wallet.
      • Tuck them in your bra.

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      How to cleanse Lapis Lazuli

      There are several ways to cleanse your crystal. Below are the preferred methods for the Lapis Lazuli.

      Smudge sticksCleansing with smudge sticks

      Burn a sage smudge stick and wave it back and forth underneath the crystal for 20 to 30 seconds.

      Cleansing using the earth

      Bury your crystal for at least a day and up to several months, preferably in pure, clean soil.

      DotCleansing with visualisation

      Visualise a bright light surrounding the crystal dissolving all the negative energy.

      NOTE: Lapis Lazuli is a porous stone, water will damage the crystal.

      How to re-energise Lapis Lazuli

      After cleaning your crystal of negative energy you have to then re-energise them to restore its natural energy for healing again.

      SunRe-energising in the sunlight

      Place the crystals in the sun for a few hours or all day.

      Leaving them for a couple of days will allow your crystal to have the benefit from the strong energy from the sun and the more gentle energy from the moon.

      Moon and starsRe-energising in the moonlight

      Place the crystals in the light of the moon for a few hours or overnight is fine. A full moon works best.

      Your crystal does not have to be in direct moonlight nor will it not charge if it’s a cloudy night. The moon’s energy is always there.

      Programming your Lapis Lazuli

      Once your crystal is cleansed and re-energised you will need to set your intentions before you use them. This is to program your crystal for a specific use.

      How to set your intentions

      Sit quietly and hold your crystal in your hands. Clear your mind and focus on the crystal. Concentrate on the energy you wish to program the crystal with. It could be an emotional, physical or spiritual intention. Only pick one, don’t overload the crystal with many intentions. Continue to do this until you feel that enough has been done.

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      Blue Lace Agate

      Blue Lace Agate

      Healing properties, spiritual properties, Blue Lace Agate stone benefits and powers, Blue Lace Agate meaning and uses explained.

      Blue Lace Agate can be found in South Africa and Romania. This beautiful pale blue crystal can calm communications with others and protect you from the opinions of others. It also has the ability to heal certain parts of the body and aid several medical conditions.

      Blue Lace Agate

      Eye

      Appearance

      Pale blue with bands of white, grey or dark blue lines

      Birthday cake

      Birthstone

      This is not a traditional birthstone

      Healing properties of Blue Lace Agate

      Blue Lace Agate can assist with the healing of many conditions.

      Emotional:

      • Anger
      • Clarify your thoughts
      • Confidence to speak
      • Focus & Concentration
      • Letting go of old emotions
      • Baby blues for new mothers
      • Self-doubt

      Physical symptoms:

      • Arthritis
      • Headaches
      • High blood pressure
      • Epilepsy
      • Colds & Flu
      • Nervous system
      • Skin disorders
      • Itching from insect bites
      • Sore throat
      • Swollen glands in neck
      • Gastritis
      • Hereditary bone deformity
      • Sleepwalking



      Spiritual properties of Blue Lace Agate

      Blue Lace Agate will assist you to communicate with your spirit guide and angels. Due to its power to heal previously unresolved issues, it encourages quiet contemplation that leads to spiritual growth and inner stability.

      How to use Blue Lace Agate

      • Meditate with it by either holding the crystal or placing it in the area of pain or organ on your body you wish to heal.
      • For headache release, place the Blue Lace Agate on the forehead, temples or base of the neck if a headache radiates from that point.
      • For digestive issues and the relief of gastritis place the crystal on the abdomen.
      • To remove blockages in the nervous system and aid arthritis, add Blue Lace Agate to your bath for 15-20 minutes.
      • For all emotional issues place the Blue Lace Agate on the throat chakra (rest on the throat) or if this is difficult, hold the crystal while imagining the troublesome emotion or problem flowing into the earth beneath your feet and being replaced by soothing energy from the crystal.
      • Wear your crystal with a pendant, bracelet or pop them in your pocket.

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      How to cleanse Blue Lace Agate

      There are several ways to cleanse your crystal. Below are the preferred methods for the Blue Lace Agate.

      Water dropCleansing in saltwater

      Rinse or soak your crystal in water from the sea, a river or lake. If this is not possible you can make your own mix from sea or rock salt.

      Smudge sticksCleansing with smudge sticks

      Burn a sage smudge stick and wave it back and forth underneath the crystal for 20 to 30 seconds.

      Cleansing using the earth

      Bury your crystal for at least a day and up to several months, preferably in pure, clean soil.

      DotCleansing with visualisation

      Visualise a bright light surrounding the crystal dissolving all the negative energy.

      How to re-energise Blue Lace Agate

      After cleaning your crystal of negative energy you have to then re-energise them to restore its natural energy for healing again.

      SunRe-energising in the sunlight

      Place the crystals in the sun for a few hours or all day.

      Leaving them for a couple of days will allow your crystal to have the benefit from the strong energy from the sun and the more gentle energy from the moon.

      Moon and starsRe-energising in the moonlight

      Place the crystals in the light of the moon for a few hours or overnight is fine. A full moon works best.

      Your crystal does not have to be in direct moonlight nor will it not charge if it’s a cloudy night. The moon’s energy is always there.

      Programing your Blue Lace Agate crystal

      Once your crystal is cleansed and re-energised you will need to set your intentions before you use them. This is to program your crystal for a specific use.

      How to set your intentions

      Sit quietly and hold your crystal in your hands. Clear your mind and focus on the crystal. Concentrate on the energy you wish to program the crystal with. It could be an emotional, physical or spiritual intention. Only pick one, don’t overload the crystal with many intentions. Continue to do this until you feel that enough has been done.

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      Carnelian

      Carnelian

      Carnelian healing properties, spiritual properties, Carnelian stone benefits and powers, Carnelian meaning and uses explained.

      Carnelian is a stabilizing and grounding stone. It can boost confidence and the power of true expression. Carnelian can enhance your creativity and free your imagination, unleashing your true potential. This stone can help you overcome negative thought patterns and give you energy you need for new challenges. It has the strength and power to intensity your goals and drive.

      Carnelian healing properties

      Eye

      Appearance

      Red-orange translucent

      Birthday cake

      Birthstone

      August

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      Healing properties of Carnelian

      Carnelian can assist with the healing of many conditions.

      Emotional:

      • Anger
      • Confidence
      • Creativity
      • Depression
      • Eating disorders
      • Enhances sexual energy
      • Focus & Concentration
      • Jealousy
      • Mid-life crisis
      • Motivation
      • Negative thoughts

      Physical symptoms:

      • Addictions
      • Arthritis
      • Blood circulation
      • Digestive issues
      • Fertility
      • Fevers
      • Gallstones
      • Hemorrhoids
      • Kidney function
      • Low sex drive
      • Lower back problems
      • Recovery of broken bones
      • Regulates menstruation
      • Reproductive organs
      • Rheumatism
      • Sciatic nerve
      • Skin problems
      • Spleen & pancreas
      • Varicose veins 



      Spiritual properties of Carnelian

      Carnelian has the ability to revitalize the soul. It can help remove the fear of death and it was used to protect the dead on their journey to the afterlife. It stimulates a deeper love and appreciation for the earth.

      How to use Carnelian

      • Wear your crystal with a pendant or bracelet.
      • Place your crystal in your handbag.
      • Pop them in your pocket.
      • Have them in your wallet.
      • Tuck them in your bra.
      • Place this on your desk to boost your creativity, make clearer decisions and better career choices.
      • Hold them while meditating or sit quietly and take some nice deep breaths.
      • Place on the sacral or root chakra to initiate to improve physical intimacy.

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      How to cleanse Carnelian

      There are several ways to cleanse your crystal. Below are the preferred methods for the Carnelian.

      Water dropCleansing in saltwater

      Rinse or soak your crystal in water from the sea, a river or lake. If this is not possible you can make your own mix from sea or rock salt.

      Smudge sticksCleansing with smudge sticks

      Burn a sage smudge stick and wave it back and forth underneath the crystal for 20 to 30 seconds.

      Cleansing using the earth

      Bury your crystal for at least a day and up to several months, preferably in pure, clean soil.

      DotCleansing with visualisation

      Visualise a bright light surrounding the crystal dissolving all the negative energy.

      NOTE: Carnelian can be used to cleanse other stones by absorbing their negative energy.

      How to re-energise Carnelian

      After cleaning your crystal of negative energy you have to then re-energise them to restore its natural energy for healing again.

      SunRe-energising in the sunlight

      Place the crystals in the sun for a few hours or all day.

      Leaving them for a couple of days will allow your crystal to have the benefit from the strong energy from the sun and the more gentle energy from the moon.

      Moon and starsRe-energising in the moonlight

      Place the crystals in the light of the moon for a few hours or overnight is fine. A full moon works best.

      Your crystal does not have to be in direct moonlight nor will it not charge if it’s a cloudy night. The moon’s energy is always there.

      Programming your Carnelian

      Once your crystal is cleansed and re-energised you will need to set your intentions before you use them. This is to program your crystal for a specific use.

      How to set your intentions

      Sit quietly and hold your crystal in your hands. Clear your mind and focus on the crystal. Concentrate on the energy you wish to program the crystal with. It could be an emotional, physical or spiritual intention. Only pick one, don’t overload the crystal with many intentions. Continue to do this until you feel that enough has been done.

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      Amethyst

      Amethyst

      Healing properties, spiritual properties, Amethyst stone benefits and powers, Amethyst meaning and uses explained.

      Known as the sobriety stone, the Amethyst is a good all-rounder. The Amethyst brings peace, calm, and inner strength. A beautiful stone that will aid restful sleep and sweet dreams. Amethysts can work with you to help any depression that has built up in the past, heal sadness and grief. It will gently dissolve anger, fear and anxiety.

      Eye

      Appearance

      Varies from light purple to deep purple, often appear as stripes.

      Birthday cake

      Birthstone

      February

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      Healing properties of Amethyst

      Amethyst can assist with the healing of many conditions.

      Emotional:

      • Addictions
      • Anger
      • Anxiety
      • Clarify your thoughts
      • Depression
      • Stress
      • Feeling overwhelmed
      • Grief
      • Homesickness
      • Money issues
      • Nightmares
      • Protection when travelling
      • Psychic attacks

      Physical symptoms:




      Spiritual properties of Amethyst

      Amethyst is excellent for meditation and lucid dreaming. It can also be used to open one's channels to telepathy, past life regression, clairaudience, clairvoyance. It's great at opening your communication with the angels.

      How to use Amethyst

      • Meditate with it by either holding the crystal or placing it in the area of pain or organ on your body you wish to heal. If you have a large Amethyst place it beside you while you meditate so that the energy can aid your relaxation.
      • For headache release, place the Amethyst on the forehead, temples or base of the neck if a headache radiates from that point.
      • Place your crystal on your desk while you work to help you think clearly.
      • Place your Amethyst beside your bed to help with restful sleep, insomnia and peaceful dreams.
      • Wear your Amethyst throughout the day for protection and keeping your energy close. Wearing an Amethyst will also assist you in overcoming addictive habits such as smoking, drinking or drug addictions. Wear your crystal with a pendant, bracelet or pop them in your pocket.

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      How to cleanse Amethyst

      There are several ways to cleanse your crystal. Below are the preferred methods for the Amethyst.

      Water dropCleansing in saltwater

      Rinse or soak your crystal in water from the sea, a river or lake. If this is not possible you can make your own mix from sea or rock salt.

      Smudge sticksCleansing with smudge sticks

      Burn a sage smudge stick and wave it back and forth underneath the crystal for 20 to 30 seconds.

      Cleansing using the earth

      Bury your crystal for at least a day and up to several months, preferably in pure, clean soil.

      DotCleansing with visualisation

      Visualise a bright light surrounding the crystal dissolving all the negative energy.

      How to re-energise Amethyst

      After cleaning your crystal of negative energy you have to then re-energise them to restore its natural energy for healing again.

      Moon and starsRe-energising in the moonlight

      Place the crystals in the light of the moon for a few hours or overnight is fine. A full moon works best.

      Your crystal does not have to be in direct moonlight nor will it not charge if it’s a cloudy night. The moon’s energy is always there.

      NOTE Sunlight can cause Amethyst to fade.

      Programing your Amethyst crystal

      Once your crystal is cleansed and re-energised you will need to set your intentions before you use them. This is to program your crystal for a specific use.

      How to set your intentions

      Sit quietly and hold your crystal in your hands. Clear your mind and focus on the crystal. Concentrate on the energy you wish to program the crystal with. It could be an emotional, physical or spiritual intention. Only pick one, don’t overload the crystal with many intentions. Continue to do this until you feel that enough has been done.

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