How to Clear or Cleanse your Crystals

If you work with crystals, it is essential to understand how to maintain their energetic integrity.  When you first purchase a crystal, it has been on quite the journey by the time it reaches your hands.  It is very important to cleanse or clear your crystals before working with them for the first time. 

Also, crystals need to be cleansed regularly if you are working with them a lot.  The very nature of a crystal is to absorb negative energy and help move any stuck or stagnant energy.  Therefore, I always cleanse my crystals after using them during my energy tune-up sessions or when setting a new intention or performing a new ritual.  

MY TOP 5 WAYS TO CLEANSE OR CHARGE YOUR CRYSTALS:

1)  Sunlight
Direct sunlight, for four or more hours, can be powerful to revitalize the crystals' natural properties.  However, be mindful that some crystals can fade or even crack in intense sunlight.   

2)  Full Moon  
During the next full moon, take your crystals outside and bathe them in the light of the full moon for four hours or more.  This is my preferred method as the lunar energy can infuse the crystals with a potent vibrancy that aligns with many spiritual practices.  

3)  Sound Vibration
Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls, bells or tuning forks are effective ways to use the vibration of sound to cleanse your crystals.  Be mindful not to place crystals inside the bowls while using them, as they can shatter.  

4)  Sacred Smoke  
Use the purifying smoke of palo santo, cedar, sweetgrass or white sage to cleanse the energetic field of your crystals.  Simply hold the crystals over the smoke for at least thirty seconds.  This method works if you only have a few crystals to cleanse.  It can be time consuming if you have many. 

5)  Selenite  
Selenite is known for its ability to cleanse and charge all crystals.  I have several selenite charing plates that I keep my crystals on in-between uses, to keep them energetically clear and ready for use. 

Remember that different crystals may resonate more strongly with certain cleansing methods.  It is valuable for you to experiment and intuitively find what works best for your specific crystals. Overall, maintaining the energetic purity of crystals is essential for maximizing their potential benefits in energy work and spiritual practices.   

This article is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice.

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