As well as providing information on the world-wide history and traditions of crystals, this guide gives practical information on the use of crystals, from positioning crystals around the body to replenish low levels of positive energy, to using crystals in the home to alter the energy of a space. A carefully constructed development of crystal therapy techniques allows the reader to grow in confidence and develop a personal approach to the use of crystals for healing.

In this lavishly illustrated guide is all the information needed to choose, cleanse, and program crystals. Along with a colorful directory and explanations of the different types, see how to use your special stone to find a soul mate and improve relationships. Restore the body with crystal medicine and chakra healing, relieve stress, turn stones into talismans and amulets, perform crystal divination, and more.

Investigate the healing and divinatory power of crystals with this illustrated guide to 150 of the earth's most potent elements. From Agate to Zoisite, each crystal entry includes a color photo, description of properties, listing of associated herbs, oils, and incenses, and astrological significance. You'll not only learn how to identify crystals, but how to harness their powers for decision-making, protection, health, and well-being. Relieve a child's earache with rose quartz or rid the workplace of tension with an amethyst geode tucked in your desk. Whether you carry a core set of crystals, fashion an amulet for portable empowerment, or whip up a pitcher of energy-boosting crystalline water, these practical suggestions can help you face fears and soothe daily stresses.

Crystal therapy views the body as a physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual whole. This introduction to the use of crystals covers the choosing and storing of crystals, pendulum dowsing, kinesiology and self-testing among other applications. This guide not only provides information on the world-wide history and traditions of crystals, it also gives practical information on the use of crystals, from positioning crystals around the body to replenish low levels of positive energy, to using crystals in the home to alter the energy of a space. A carefully constructed development of crystal therapy techniques allows the reader to grow in confidence and develop a personal approach to the use of crystals for healing.

Crystals and Stones: A Complete Guide to Their Healing Properties helps readers to incorporate the healing power of stones into daily life. Aimed at both beginners and experts, the book showcases nearly 200 crystals and stones, describing their impact on human beings' physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual states. The book begins with historical background and practical considerations, such as how stones work and how to clean and recharge their energy. The relationship of stones to chakras is explored, as are practices such as channeling via certain powerful crystals. The heart of the book is an A to Z guide covering everything from amber to zoisite that explains which stones are most effective for particular medical conditions, emotional and energy blockages, and spiritual impasses. Stones and crystals have been important tools for health and spiritual transformation for millennia. This book shows modern readers how to best utilize those tools. “If we could follow the step by step transformation of coal into diamond, we would discover what enabled Prince Siddhartha to 'awaken' and become this Being of Light known to this day as the Buddha.”—from the book