Post by Rik Wallin on Apr 5, 2007 17:10:24 GMT -6
NOTES ON CRYSTALS & THEIR USES Part #1
Quartz crystal is one of nature's miracles. Silicon dioxide (SiO2) in crystalline form possesses a quality known as peizoelectricity. When squeezed and released, there is created an oscillating frequency which recurs at a precise rate. It is this quality of oscillation that has made possible a great deal of modern technology. Quartz crystals are used in all telephone, radio, spacecraft guidance, satellite communications and computer systems. Simply speaking, the crystal is capable of receiving, sending and holding energy. It is uniquely a tool of communication, and as our age is an age of communication, it might, in fact, be called the "Age of Crystal".
In psychic terms, quartz crystal expresses identical properties, being used as a psychic sender, receiver, and holder of various types of energy. The crystal is usually placed in the left hand for receiving, the right hand for sending, and either hand for holding. The mind is focussed, as in any state of deep meditation, and mental energy is directed into or through the crystal. Quartz crystal has been used since ancient times and in nearly all human cultures as a psychic tool. Its particular focus of usefulness has been as an amplifier of energy in the work of psychic healing. Crystals have also been used as explorative tools, held while meditating, or placed beside the bed or under the pillow while sleeping. Many people report increased remembrance of dreams, a sharpening of inner vision, greater groundedness, and enhanced self-awareness by using crystals in this way.
Crystals have traditionally been worn for any or all of the above mentioned reasons, but, perhaps the foremost reason is simply that of beauty. Perhaps no other stone so expresses not only the perfection of the mineral world and mother earth, but the potential perfection of human consciousness.
Some of the Ancients probably used some types crystals as storage devices not unlike our modern computers<consider man made ROM chips>. Such as the Mitchell-Hedges crystal skull investigated by the Hewlett-Packard crystal growing labs in Santa Clara Ca in the 70's. Among other things the HP labs confirmed the skull was carved from a single piece of quartz with a high degree of technology and precision to get the light refracting qualities of the finished piece. HP doubted it could reproduce the skull even with all the modern technology available in the 70's due to the fragile nature of quarts. Lab techs documented hearing strange sounds and seeing strange visions in the crystal. Several of which were even photographed! This was from no nonsense scientific types with absolutely no interest in the crystal's mystical properties. While at the HP labs on other business in the late 70's on other business I saw part of the report. It made interesting reading.
The first and most important part of charging a crystal is choosing the crystal itself.(That is another story, if you like, I can post some of my notes on crystals & stones and their specific uses)For most general uses, Quartz is the best one. For specific use, there are many others. I have found that Diamonds are useful in storing Positive energy, and Zircons for negative energy. If you have a specific purpose in mind, please consult one of the many fine tables of crystal affinities.
There are many, many ways Programming or charging crystals. You can use, visualization, Ritual, meditation or any combination of the three to charge the crystal.
By using visualization you can get a clear idea of the program that you want for your crystal while in a meditative state put the crystal to your forehead or third eye and project the desired program into the crystal. Remember that the colored crystals vibrate to the specific color that they have -- so program them accordingly. Clear quartz crystals can be programmed for any job you wish them to do but the colored quartz are job specific.
Using Pranayama and other forms of breath control are an alternative method of charging crystals with energy channeled through you. Music combined with Pranayama breath control or other forms of ritualistic breathing are usually an asset. This can be even further enhanced by use of incense & Ritual.
Pranayama, simply, is control of breath. Most forms amount to hyperventilation or sub ventilation. The basics are; take four quick inhalations, filling the lungs. This should be over the space of about one and a half seconds. Then exhale in four short bursts, again over one and a half seconds. Repeat as necessary. The first few times this is done, I recommend you desist after about one minute. Over the course of time, this can and should be increased, but until you are used to the effect this gives, a shorter time is suggested.
Now that you're in the mood, take the crystal in your right hand (left hand for those of you who are lefties). Visualize a door within
Quartz crystal is one of nature's miracles. Silicon dioxide (SiO2) in crystalline form possesses a quality known as peizoelectricity. When squeezed and released, there is created an oscillating frequency which recurs at a precise rate. It is this quality of oscillation that has made possible a great deal of modern technology. Quartz crystals are used in all telephone, radio, spacecraft guidance, satellite communications and computer systems. Simply speaking, the crystal is capable of receiving, sending and holding energy. It is uniquely a tool of communication, and as our age is an age of communication, it might, in fact, be called the "Age of Crystal".
In psychic terms, quartz crystal expresses identical properties, being used as a psychic sender, receiver, and holder of various types of energy. The crystal is usually placed in the left hand for receiving, the right hand for sending, and either hand for holding. The mind is focussed, as in any state of deep meditation, and mental energy is directed into or through the crystal. Quartz crystal has been used since ancient times and in nearly all human cultures as a psychic tool. Its particular focus of usefulness has been as an amplifier of energy in the work of psychic healing. Crystals have also been used as explorative tools, held while meditating, or placed beside the bed or under the pillow while sleeping. Many people report increased remembrance of dreams, a sharpening of inner vision, greater groundedness, and enhanced self-awareness by using crystals in this way.
Crystals have traditionally been worn for any or all of the above mentioned reasons, but, perhaps the foremost reason is simply that of beauty. Perhaps no other stone so expresses not only the perfection of the mineral world and mother earth, but the potential perfection of human consciousness.
Some of the Ancients probably used some types crystals as storage devices not unlike our modern computers<consider man made ROM chips>. Such as the Mitchell-Hedges crystal skull investigated by the Hewlett-Packard crystal growing labs in Santa Clara Ca in the 70's. Among other things the HP labs confirmed the skull was carved from a single piece of quartz with a high degree of technology and precision to get the light refracting qualities of the finished piece. HP doubted it could reproduce the skull even with all the modern technology available in the 70's due to the fragile nature of quarts. Lab techs documented hearing strange sounds and seeing strange visions in the crystal. Several of which were even photographed! This was from no nonsense scientific types with absolutely no interest in the crystal's mystical properties. While at the HP labs on other business in the late 70's on other business I saw part of the report. It made interesting reading.
The first and most important part of charging a crystal is choosing the crystal itself.(That is another story, if you like, I can post some of my notes on crystals & stones and their specific uses)For most general uses, Quartz is the best one. For specific use, there are many others. I have found that Diamonds are useful in storing Positive energy, and Zircons for negative energy. If you have a specific purpose in mind, please consult one of the many fine tables of crystal affinities.
There are many, many ways Programming or charging crystals. You can use, visualization, Ritual, meditation or any combination of the three to charge the crystal.
By using visualization you can get a clear idea of the program that you want for your crystal while in a meditative state put the crystal to your forehead or third eye and project the desired program into the crystal. Remember that the colored crystals vibrate to the specific color that they have -- so program them accordingly. Clear quartz crystals can be programmed for any job you wish them to do but the colored quartz are job specific.
Using Pranayama and other forms of breath control are an alternative method of charging crystals with energy channeled through you. Music combined with Pranayama breath control or other forms of ritualistic breathing are usually an asset. This can be even further enhanced by use of incense & Ritual.
Pranayama, simply, is control of breath. Most forms amount to hyperventilation or sub ventilation. The basics are; take four quick inhalations, filling the lungs. This should be over the space of about one and a half seconds. Then exhale in four short bursts, again over one and a half seconds. Repeat as necessary. The first few times this is done, I recommend you desist after about one minute. Over the course of time, this can and should be increased, but until you are used to the effect this gives, a shorter time is suggested.
Now that you're in the mood, take the crystal in your right hand (left hand for those of you who are lefties). Visualize a door within