The more spiritually knowledgeable you become, the more you will understand and appreciate the use of crystals in your spiritual endeavors. Crystals are powerful energy beings and should be approached with respect. I will begin to cover the crystals that are most necessary for spiritual clarity and chakra dedication. Before using any crystals, clean them thoroughly and they will regularly guide you into spiritual enhancement. Cleaning: crystals that are soothed can be cleaned simply by holding them under running water or you can place them in the sea or salt water. Ask that all negativity be washed away and allow the crystal to reenergize itself. If you are using stones that do not fade in the sunlight, you can place the crystal in the sun or moon light for a few hours and reenergize it. Clusters, friable crystals can simply be placed in seawater, sea or rock salt overnight. You can also use a gentle brush to help you remove all of the salt from the crystal. Allowing salt to remain on the crystal indefinitely could damage the crystal. You can reenergize smaller crystals by placing them on larger crystals overnight as well. Try passing your crystal through a candle rapidly to also clean it. You can spray your crystals and rinse them afterward to clean them and reenergize them. When not using the crystals, you should keep them in a silk or velvet scarf or bag. After all of that cleaning, you are now ready to meditate with your crystals. Meditating with your crystals will assist in attuning you to the energy flowing in the crystal. Clean crystals provide you with the purest form of energy. Key Healing Crystals are: Agate: symbolizes health and longevity and is a good luck charm for individuals born in the month of June. Used to treat headaches, dizziness, impaired balance, skin problems, alleviates the discomfort experienced during pregnancy. Enables the wearer to choose between true friends and false one. Brings prosperity and prevent miscarriages. Place red agate on Solar Plexus chakra; blue agate on the Throat chakra. Classified under the star sign of Taurus and Capricorn to sensitize and strengthen willpower. Also appropriate for Scorpio. Amethyst: symbolizes power, peace, protection, and spirituality. Noted to help balance the aura, control evil thoughts, reduce tension, sharpen the intellect, concentration and beings happiness. Can alleviate migraines. Believed to attract justice and protect against burglars and thieves. The purple crystal amethyst, is a powerful and protective stone with spiritual vibration. This stone guards against psychic attack and enhances spiritual awareness. Amethyst boosts production of hormones, and tunes the Endocrine system and metabolism strengthening cleansing, the organs of elimination and the immune system. Place on Crown chakra. Great to meditate with because it brings clarity to the conscious and unconscious mind. Classified under the star sign of Pisces. Ametrine: (combination of amethyst and citrine) symbolizes growth and encourages maturity. Resolves inner conflict promoting inner peace. Strengthens the nerves, promotes healing after illness. Stimulates the brain and emotional life. Fights hardening of the arteries and senile dementia. Reduces eye complaints. Place on Crown and Root chakra during meditation enhances concentration and intuition. Do not use for long periods of time because it can lead to inner imbalance. Classified under the star sign of Virgo and Libra. Apatite: the indigo apatite crystal possesses inspirational properties. It interfaces between the consciousness and matter. This is a stone of manifestation and promotes a hu-manitarian attitude, inclining toward service. This crystal balances the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies, and the chakras, eliminating over activity and stimulating under activity. Aventurine: symbolizes tranquility and patience. Allows inner equilibrium and stimulates dreaming. Strengthens the individual’s sense of self. Beneficial effect on skin irritations, acne, allergies, suppurating wounds, dandruff and hair loss. Place on the Heart chakra to remove anxiety, and psychosomatic disorders. Classified as useful for Cancer but also Taurus and Sagittarius. Aventurine (Sunstone): symbolizes peace. Useful in treatment of stomach/bowel problems. Helps with digestive disorders, flatulence, stomachache, bowel ulcers, and intestinal inflammatory. Helpful for irascible, quick-tempered people. Place on Third chakra assisting one in achieving peace and contentment. Not classified with any particular star signs. Azurite: this blue crystal directs psychic and intuitive guidance. It urges the soul toward enlightenment. It cleanses and stimulates the third eye. Azurite brings understanding and new perspectives expanding the mind and releasing long-standing blocks in communication. Beryl symbolizes protection. Useful to treat eye problems, stomachaches, bowel disorders and detoxify the blood. Helpful in the treatment of angina, nervous excitement, homesickness, long term stress (caused by traveling). Protects marital feelings and love. Ideal to open All of the chakras. Strengthens magnetism of the wearer enhancing sex appeal. Combined with morganite it acts as an aphrodisiac. Classified under the star sign of Gemini. Calcite: symbolizes clarification, mental growth and inner enlightenment. Useful in the treatment and formation of bone disorders. White, salmon, or pink manganese calcite has beneficial effect on body fluids. Green calcite is very good the heart. Reddish brown citrine calcite is beneficial for metabolism. Place blue calcite on the Throat chakra. Green and pink calcites should be placed on the Heart chakra, and the reddish brown calcite should be placed on the Solar Plexus. Green calcite is classified under the sign of Capricorn. Carnelian: red carnelian symbolizes activity. This red crystal is full of life force and vitality. It stimulates the metabolism and activates the base or root chakra, influencing the female reproductive organs increasing fertility. Beneficial for digestion and is useful for lower abdominal pain in women and in pregnancy. Promotes helpfulness and idealism encouraging community spirit. Encourages formation of red blood cells. Ameliorates bleeding gums. Psychologically increases vitality and zest for life while enhancing stability and courage to complete daily tasks. Place Carnelian on the Sacral chakra. Effective for Taurus but also promotes zest for life for those born under the star signs of Aries, Gemini, and Virgo. Celestite: symbolizes easing of tension, calmness, and equilibrium. Encourages healing of wounds and regulates menses in women. Alleviates pain caused by anxiety, tension and insomnia. The blue celestite crystal has a high vibration as it takes one into the infinite peace of the spiritual angelic realms. This crystal stimulates clairvoyant communication, dream recall, and journeys out of body. It is an excellent healer of the throat chakra. Place on the Throat chakra. Classified under the signs of both Capricorn and Gemini. Chalcedony: symbolizes calmness, composure, and concentration on the essential. Beneficial for problems with the neck, tonsils, vocal cords, feverish infections and all types of infections. Useful for the treatment of hoarseness. Psychologically it increases mental stability and is beneficial in the treatment of such ailments as dementia and senility. Place on Throat chakra, however do not add azurite because the combination would produce too strong of a power. Classified under the star sign of Cancer and is protective for the star sign of Sagittarius. Chrysanthemum: drifts through time centering the present moment and encouraging the self to bloom. Brown in this stone conjures up stability and trust. Citrine: symbolizes individuality and confidence. Beneficial on the nervous system and fights stress, depression. Stimulates metabolic processes of the liver, duodenum, stomach, and pancreas. Strengthens the immune system. The yellow citrine crystal is a powerful cleanser and rejuvenator. Citrine energizes every level of life. As an aura protector, it acts as an early warning system so that action can be taken to protect oneself. Yellow citrine cleanses the chakras, especially the solar plexus and navel chakras. It activates the crown chakra and opens the intuition. Place on the Solar Plexus and Root chakra. Classified under the star sign of Gemini and Virgo. Garnet: symbolizes constructiveness and hope. Strengthens memory and releases negative energy. Treatment for skin conditions, disorders of the spine and spinal fluid, bone, cellular structure and composition of heart lungs and blood. Place on the Root and Sacral chakras. Classified under the star signs of both Aries and Scorpio. Hematite: symbolizes courage and was previously referred to as “bloodstone.” Promotes formation of blood cells, healthy sleep (rose quartz). Treats eye problems, circulation of blood, venous hyperemia, embolism, and anemia. Speeds up the mending of fractured or broken bones. Place on the Root chakra. Classified under the star sign of Scorpio. Jade: The green crystal jade is a symbol of purity and serenity. It signifies wisdom gathered in tranquility. It increases love and nurturing. Jet, (black) is a stone of protection. It guards against violence and illness and provides protection (against entities of darkness) during spiritual journeying. This crystal represents old souls who have long experience of being incarnated on the earth. Lapis Lazuli: symbolizes inspiration and wisdom. Balances thyroid function and strengthening the neck and vocal cord. Promotes spirituality, aids meditation. Treats ailments as epilepsy, dementia, and diseases of the spleen. Reputed to reduce fevers, strengthen the vision, overcome depression, relieve symptoms of vertigo and mend broken bones. Place over the Third Eye and Throat chakra. Classified under the star sign of Capricorn and gives Sagittarius the power of friendship. Malachite: symbolizes understanding of oneself and others. Effective in the treatment of arthritis, asthma, tumors, mending broken bones, torn muscles and building up the immune system. Psychologically in cases of lovesickness. Effective on All chakras, especially the Heart chakra. Classified under the star sign of Virgo and Capricorn. Moonstone: symbolizes blessings and fertility. The crystal of new beginnings. Enhances psychic abilities, prevents insomnia, augment lymphatic system, strengthens immune system, alleviates thyroid problems, alleviates menstrual pain and eases pregnancy and delivery. Place on the Sacral chakra. Classified under the star sign of Cancer while bluish moonstone is effective for Pisces. Muscovite: the indigo muscovite crystal is a mystical crystal with a strong angelic contact, stimulating awareness of the Higher Self. This is a visionary crystal, which stimulates the heart chakra facilitating astral travel, intuition and psychic vision. This crystal stimulates unconditional love and acceptance.

Obsidian: symbolizes rituals/demonstration. Alleviates pain, reduce tension, release tension/energy, healing of wounds. Improves circulation, cold feet/hands. Used to treat trauma, shock and anxiety. Chakra classification depends on color and luster. Black or gold shimmering is effective on the Third Eye and is the visionary color of higher philosophical thoughts. Dark brown shimmering is effective on the Feet/Hands. Obsidian with rainbow shimmering works on All chakras. Classified under the star sign of Scorpio and Sagittarius. Obsidian Mahogany: (Mahogany brown stone with black inclusions is referred to mahogany obsidian) Promotes logical thought. Protects against anxiety, creates inner equilibrium. Protects against inflammation, reduces allergies, infections and improves blood circulation. Has anti-bacterial. Place on the Hand/Ankle chakra. Recommended for all Scorpios. Obsidian Rainbow: symbolizes regulation. Effects thyroid gland, ovaries, pancreas, adrenal and pituitary glands. Strengthens and controls nervous system. Treats all forms of addiction. Increases mental powers. Can be used on All chakras. Obsidian Snowflake: Stimulates circulation, strengthens the body’s defenses, combats allergies, and alleviates skin rashes. Raise blood pressure, promotes intuition, and protects against negative influences. Classified under the star sign of Libra. Although well suited for laying on the Secondary chakras. Obsidian Snowflake Black: Raise blood pressure. Warms cold feet/hands. Sharpens one’s personality. Promotes intuition and increases insight. Protects against negative influences of all kinds. Onyx: symbolizes protective magic. Wear long term because its power develops very slowly. Effective on the skin, healing infection (especially fungal), inflammation, and even sunburn. Works deflecting negative energy, increasing the wearer’s stamina. Promotes self-confidence, responsibility, and success. Place on All chakras. Classified under the sign of Capricorn. Opal: symbolizes eternal luck and hope. Reputed to purify the kidneys, blood, reduce fevers, strengthen the vision, and treat Parkinson’s disease. White opal strengthens the will to live. Facilitates astral projection, awaken or strengthen clairvoyant powers, balance the psyche, improve memory, recall past lives and attract good fortune. Orange opal crystal strengthens the will to live. It is an enhancer of personal power, awakening inner fire while protecting against danger. Place on the Crown chakra. Good luck for all persons born under the star sign of Libra. Classified under the star signs of Pisces and Cancer. (Not To Be Used In Combination With Other Stones). Peridot: the green crystal peridot promotes wealth of ideas and material abundance. It opens the mind and greatly improves all relationships. Pyrite: symbolizes resolution. Relieves lung infections, bronchial problems, stammering, cramp-like twitching and spasms in the upper body. Remove mental blocks and anxiety. Works on the Navel and Throat chakras. Also works well for All star signs. Pyrite Sun: Gold and Silver shimmering pyrite sun is only found embedded in slate in the coal mines of Illinois. Has a calming effect on vegetative nerve centers. Strengthens the liver, gall bladder and intestines. Reduces gastric acid and menstrual pain. (One of the strongest energy stones). Quartz Crystal: symbolizes divinity. Eases headaches, toothaches, relieve pain, reduce fevers, heal burns, strengthen immune system, stimulate thyroid gland, treat respiratory ailments, vertigo and infections of the bladder and kidneys. Quartz Phantom: symbolizes generational reformation. Helps in nervous insomnia. Protects against bad influences and anxiety. Increases perception, overcome limitations and remove mental blocks. Quartz Rose: symbolizes trust and brotherly love. It is potent as a stone of amatory enchantment and is often worn in the form of amuletic jewelry to draw love. Stimulates circulation increasing sexuality and fertility. Relieves the pain of shingles and strengthens friendships. Place on the Heart chakra. Classified under the star sign of Taurus and as a secondary stone for Libra. Quartz Rutilated: symbolizes truth. Amplifies magical energies during spellwork. Benefits lungs, bronchial tubes and respiratory tract. Combats inflammation. Regulates nervous system and strengthens the immune system. Calms psyche and promotes sleep. Place on the Navel and Throat chakras. Not classified with any particular star sign. Quartz Smoky: symbolizes strength and motivation to meet new challenges. Great for grounding. Strengthens connective tissue, muscles, joints and stimulates fertility. Brings inner calmness. Overcome grief. Place on the Sacral chakra. Classified with the star sign of Libra. Quartz Tourmaline: symbolizes unity. Stimulates astral projection. Treats dizziness, pain (all kinds), and nerve injuries. Alleviates sciatica and lumbago. Promotes tranquility and relaxation. Classified under the star sign of Capricorn. All Quartz invigorate the Aura: place alongside individual when meditating. Not classified with any particular star signs. Rock Crystal: symbolizes enlightenment. Alleviates pain and reduce fever. Invigorates weakened intervertebral disks, relieve numb, paralyzed parts of the body. Treats stomach, bowel and heart problems. Stops minor bleeding and reduce blisters caused by burns. Remove mental blocks and promotes a sense of calm and justice. Has an enlightening effect on All chakras opening up all chakras for relaxation. Classified under the star signs of Leo, Gemini, and Capricorn. Rock Salt: symbolizes seasoning. Stimulates metabolism and blood circulation. Brightens hair and skin diseases like neurodermitis. Not suitable for meditation/only used for medicinal purposes. Not classified to any start sign. Red Ruby: is an excellent crystal for energy imparting vigor to life. It energizes and balances and can sometimes over stimulate in delicate or irritable individuals. Red ruby encourages passion for life. It improves motivation and the setting of realistic goals. Sapphire: the purple sapphire crystal is helpful for meditation, stimulating the Kundalini rise and the crown chakra opening spirituality. This stone activates the pineal gland with its link to psychic abilities, and visionary qualities. It is extremely calming for the emotionally unstable. Staurolite:(brown) connects the physical, etheric and spiritual planes, promoting communication between them. Sunstone: symbolizes sunny disposition. Stimulates vegetative nervous system, exhaustion from lack of sleep. Invigorates the heart, back, eyes, kidneys, and blood circulation. Promotes good humor, cheerfulness, and good temper. Lifts depression. Increase sense self-esteem/self confidence. The orange sunstone crystal instills “joire de vivre” and augments good nature… heightening intuition, clearing all of the chakras, bringing in light and energy. This stone allows the real self to shine through happily. Place on Sacral chakra. Not classified with any particular sign. Tiger’s Eye: symbolizes unity, lead to greater self integration/autonomy. Treats acute bronchitis, asthmatics, headaches, migraines, lifts depression and promotes concentration. Effective on the navel chakra and solar plexus. Classified under the star sign of Virgo. (Cat’s Eye): alleviates joint pain, tendonitis, and neuritis. Should be charged with rock crystals and tiger’s eye. Topaz: Yellow topaz crystal is great for manifesting health. It soothes, heals, stimulates, recharges, re-motivates, and aligns the meridians of the body. Yellow topaz promotes truth and forgiveness. Tourmaline: symbolizes wealth, friendship and love. Green Tourmaline (verdite) regulates the blood pressure and strengthen heart muscle, and nervous system. Stimulates digestion and immune system. Place on Heart chakra. Classified under the star sign of Capricorn. Black Tourmaline (schorl) protects against high radiation. Strengthens the vegetative nervous system and musculature. Place on Root chakra. Blue Tourmaline (indocolite) combats water retention, promotes detoxifies the body, strengthens the immune system, reduces throat and bronchial infections. Place on Throat chakra. Classified under the star sign of Libra. Pink and Red Tourmaline (rubelite) regulates the metabolism, detoxifies the body and stimulates blood circulation. Stabilizes female sexual organs. Place Pink and Red Tourmaline on Heart chakra. Classify both Pink and Red Tourmaline under the star sign of Scorpio. Watermelon Tourmaline alleviates pain, strengthens the immune system and protects the nerve cells. Place on Heart chakra.