There are lots of ways to cleanse and bless your crystals or stones for spiritual practice. But some of them require a lot of time and a spot where they can sit for a long period of time. Since I have little kiddle-winks at home, I have to be very careful with what I leave out. Many of my pretties have disappeared because of this. So, over the years I've come to adapt to a new way of thinking about ritual. I no longer have time to wait for the moon/sun/planets/constellations to align properly or for long ceremonies and lots of props. I have to simplify, reach deep and practice when I can (which may only be 5 minutes).
So here is a short, but still amazing ritual you can do to cleanse the energies of your stones and bless them with the four Elements (to find out what the heck the four elements are, click here). I like to go outside for ritual, even if it's just on my patio. I made this ritual on the mild end of theatrics, so your neighbors shouldn't think you're too crazy.
So here is a short, but still amazing ritual you can do to cleanse the energies of your stones and bless them with the four Elements (to find out what the heck the four elements are, click here). I like to go outside for ritual, even if it's just on my patio. I made this ritual on the mild end of theatrics, so your neighbors shouldn't think you're too crazy.
| The stones I picked to cleanse and bless tonight, are Blue Calcite and Lepidolite with Pink Tourmaline. I am so in love with these stones and could feel a gigantic "AHHH!" as soon as I held them in my hand. I plan on using both of them during my morning meditation tomorrow and I cannot wait. If you want to know how to pick a crystal, head over to Blessings Manifesting. | 
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| For this ritual you'll want a few simple things. First you need your crystals or stones. Then you need some representations for the four Elements (Earth, Air, Fire, Water). I like to use a red candle for fire, my favorite smelling incense for air, and I combine the earth and water to finish the cleansing/blessing by using salt in purified water. You can also put things on your altar you think add positive energy. I included my little healing Goddess statue. |
Since I am utterly in love with herbs, they will always have a place in my ritual as well. But I have to tell you, placing herbs in a little dish to sit out all night in salt water, is not a good idea. I've ended up with some pretty nasty tea and stone concoctions. So, to prevent all that I like to use a few drops of essential oils to add that green magic touch and help activate the properties I would like in my stones.
Crystal Cleansing & Blessing Ritual
Ground and center yourself by taking long deep breaths, allowing stressful or icky energies to fall to the floor, and then bring your awareness to the center of your body.
Hold your crystal over the candle and say:
"Energy of Fire, purify and cleanse this crystal of all negativity. Bless it with purpose so it may be made sacred for my spiritual workings."
Repeat this again, replacing Fire with Air and waving your stone through lit incense. Then place in a glass or earthenware bowl full of water. Repeat the affirmation above and then add your salt. Repeat again. Then place your hands over the bowl of salt water with your crystals submerged and think hard about the purpose you want for your stones.
I like to leave mine out overnight so they can be blessed with the moon's energies. Some people like to keep them submerged for 3 nights, or during a Full moon. I say do what feels right to you. If you feel like the stone needs some more good juju, go ahead and do the ritual again.
Hold your crystal over the candle and say:
"Energy of Fire, purify and cleanse this crystal of all negativity. Bless it with purpose so it may be made sacred for my spiritual workings."
Repeat this again, replacing Fire with Air and waving your stone through lit incense. Then place in a glass or earthenware bowl full of water. Repeat the affirmation above and then add your salt. Repeat again. Then place your hands over the bowl of salt water with your crystals submerged and think hard about the purpose you want for your stones.
I like to leave mine out overnight so they can be blessed with the moon's energies. Some people like to keep them submerged for 3 nights, or during a Full moon. I say do what feels right to you. If you feel like the stone needs some more good juju, go ahead and do the ritual again.
Goddess bless you with love and healing,
The Herbal Goddess
The Herbal Goddess
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