Crystals are used to achieve mental and spiritual peace. Many believe that crystals contain spiritual energy, which can aid in healing. Crystals, like us, can feel depleted from time to time. They need to replenish their energy. Clearing out negative energy from crystals is a good way to remove it. Charging them with new energy can help restore the power that makes these stones so powerful and grounding. Programming crystals lets you align your energy with yours to help you achieve your goals and visions. We have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you choose the right cleansing and charging method. Continue reading to learn that there is no right or wrong way to charge crystals. Instead, choose the ones most in tune with your energy and heart.
How to cleanse crystals?
Run water to refresh crystals. Negative energy flows into the water and can also run down the drain. Hold your crystals in a container that can withstand running water for about one minute.
For healing, submerge crystals in salt water. This method encourages cleaning in the same way salt water promotes clean cuts. You can use Himalayan or Celtic salt to soak the crystals for about half an hour.
The elemental forces of earth and water are also combined in this method, as salt is considered a pure form.
Blue/black Kyanite or selenite should not be used as this will cause them to dissolve in water. The same goes for hematite, which will rust in the water.
To promote reflection and meditation, place your crystals on the snow. Fresh snow on the earth creates a beautiful blank space for nature. Clearing your crystals with snow helps them reset and find stillness. If you have snow access, gather it in a bowl. Place your crystals on top and allow them to soak in until they feel reenergized. Use crystals that are not susceptible to rusting or dissolution in water. Use hematite, selenite and black/blue Kyanite.
For stability, cover your crystals with earth. Earth is a beautiful element that brings beauty, stability, growth, and change. Let your crystals sit in the soil if you feel anxious or need to re-connect with your body. Please place them in the soil and let them rest for the night. Red Jasper and mookaite Jasper are examples of crystals that resonate with earth energy.
Blue/black Kyanite and selenite should not be buried as they may dissolve in moisture.
For earth energy, submerge crystals in a bowl with dry salt. This is an excellent earth energy alternative to crystals that cannot be submerged in saltwater or moistened. Put some Celtic or Himalayan salt in a bowl. You can take the bowl outside of your home to remove any negative energy. Allow the crystals to rest for 24 hours. You can add rosemary or other herbs to your salt bath.
You can also use small clearing/grounding crystals such as hematite.
For sacred energy, burn Palo Santo or sage. This method is an ancient purifying tradition. Hold each crystal and place it on the smoke several times until the negative energy lifts. As you perform the ritual, ask sacred smoke to clear the crystals’ energy. Ask the crystals to let go of the energy they are holding. This ritual can be performed outside or by opening your windows to stop your smoke alarm from going off.
Charge your crystals with sound simultaneously. You can either use healing bowls or play crystal cleansing music online. The healing bowls are special instruments that can produce powerful, resonant harmonics when they’re played. Place your crystals around the speaker or healing box to absorb the vibrations as you play the music.
Lay your crystals onto a slab made of selenite to protect and provide clarity. It is a strong crystal with strong connections to the lunar cycles and divine femininity. Lay your crystals on a flat surface.
