Why Aren't My Crystals Working?

Start with one crystal

When it comes to incorporating crystals in your life, you don't need a large collection. "We can become too prescriptive, buying crystals for every issue or worry we face." In fact, Driessen suggests working with just one to start with. "When buying crystals don't necessarily choose your crystal based on a problem, see which one you are automatically drawn to. Pick up a few and compare how they make you feel," she suggests. "Once you have decided, then look up the crystal's meaning. You'll be surprised how often you've chosen a crystal that's right for you in that moment," she explains. "It's a high five for your intuition and an instant confidence boost."

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Use the The Crystal Code as your guide

Driessen points out that you don't even need to buy a crystal to start reaping the benefits of this practise. If you're seeking guidance or assistance, open a page at random from the book much like you would pick a card from a pack. Take time to study both the picture of the crystal, read up on it's story and connect with it's relevance to you.

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Try crystal meditation

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"The stress-busting power of meditation can be supercharged by the addition of crystals," Driessen comments. Simply sit upright with your back supported, your eyes shut and hold your chosen crystal in your left hand. Take deep breaths and then begin to visualise the energy and colour of your crystal moving up your left arm and then throughout your body. Spend as long as you like in the meditation before tuning back into your body by wiggling your toes, stretching your arms or physically feeling the crystal.

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Have a crystal bath

"Baths are a great grounding and healing practise," Driessen explains. Put your crystals (check it's compatible with water), flowers (fresh or dried) and two cup fulls of salts (e.g. Dead Sea Salts or Epsom Salts) in the bath and fill with water. Place candles around the outside and then soak and relax. When you've finished, remove the crystals and stay in the bath until the water fully drains visualising negative energy being drawn away.

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Sip crystal water

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"When water and crystals are combined, something magical happens," Driessen writes in her book. Believe it or not, drinking crystal-infused water is a great practical way to enhance the transmission of crystal healing. To create a crystal elixir make sure to check the crystal you use is water-friendly and sterilise it first in boiling water. Then place in a jar with filtered water for 12 hours before drinking.

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