THE HEALING POWERS OF CRYSTALS & REIKI
by Chona Bernardo
Crystals are thought of as the most stable form of
matter on our planet. It is believed that crystals hold pure energy within its
structure. They work with the human energy field and are able to move, diffuse,
shift, and transmute energy within the body. Crystals vibrate at a specific
frequency depending on its composition, shape, and color. The cells of the
human body vibrate at a certain frequency as well.
In a Reiki healing session, I work with the chakras, or
the energy centers of the body. One of the simplest ways to balance the chakras
is to place crystals that match the colors of the
chakras. This will help boost the chakras own vibration without
affecting the overall energies or harmony of the system. It is believed
that when the crystals and chakras interact with each other, it brings the
chakras to its healthy vibration, releasing etheric, emotional, mental, or
spiritual blocks of the well-being. My role as a Reiki practitioner is to bring
comfort, support, and provide a safe space to release the blockages of the
chakras.
Crystals have magical healing qualities. When we
acknowledge their metaphysical traits, they bring change in our lives for
healing, growth, and spiritual exploration. Crystals awaken us to the
wonders of nature. They also help us discover the gifts of the earth that remind us of our beauty.
Some crystals I work with during a Reiki healing session
are:
Quartz Crystal
Amplifies intention, bring
mental clarity, strengthens the crown chakra, expanses the auric field.
Rose Quartz
Emotional healing, release of
stress, brings unconditional love and gentleness, and strengthens the heart
chakra.
Citrine
Manifestation, personal will,
creativity, strengthens the solar plexus.
Black Tourmaline
Grounding, protection, transmutes
negative energy, strengthens the root chakra.
Favorite Crystal Shops:
Crystal Matrix - 3215 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
90039
Alexandria II - 170 S Lake Ave #100, Pasadena, CA
91101
For
further reading on crystals:
The Book of Stones by Naisha Ahsian and Robert Simmons
Crystal Power, Crystal Healing by Michael Gienger
Crystal Bible by Judy Hall
Chona is a certified Usui/Holy Reiki Master with William
Rand. She offers Reiki sessions both at Namaste Highland Park and Namaste
Downtown LA. In the coming months she will be offering Reiki Level 1
& 2 Placements. She’ll also be holding regular Reiki Circle Meetups
for those interested in practicing and receiving Reiki in group settings. For
more info, visit www.HealingWithChona.com
photos by Dave Getzschman
