When and Why should I cleanse my crystals ?
Many people use crystals for spiritual practices - to calm the mind, to heal the body, and to soother the soul.
But you may have noticed over time that if the stones used to feel light to the touch, you already feel them quite heavy and as if they are “burning” in your hands. This is a sure sign that their energy needs to be renewed.
The cleansing process is necessary before using any crystal for healing or spiritual work because it purifies its energy, and that makes it much more powerful and effective.
When and why should I cleanse my crystals?
When you buy a new crystal
It is a good idea to purify it because you will never know how many hands it went through before it reached yours - and that means multiple sources of human energy. It is very unlikely that any of those people have something against you in particular, however, your crystals can pick up any negativity on the road to your house.
When stones or crystals need cleaning, they often lose their luster and become hazy and heavy - If your crystal doesn't feel as cold to touch, or as light to carry as when you first got it if you experience issues with connecting to it or it seems as if isn't not working for you anymore - it most probably needs a cleanse.
When stones and crystals are used for healing, they perceive the vibrations of the people they come in contact with and may be affected by illness or negativity. If you used your favorite stones to get rid of a toxic habit or to banish disease, then make sure you cleanse it before using it for any other purposes. Never wear an uncleansed stone after any healing ritual.
When you have worn them for a long time (within a month at least) - Crystals accumulate energy over time. Take a minute or two to renew them at least once a month for better results. The best time for crystal cleansing is during the full moon.
When someone has touched/carried your crystal - Make sure that only you wear, touch, and use your crystals, as they connect easily, and having more than one owner can cause them to not work properly, especially in spiritual practices. If someone wore or touched your crystal - even if it was a friend or family member - make sure to cleanse it as soon as possible.
When there were guests in your home - Consider your crystals as very strong magnets for human energy and mood swings. If there was a huge party or celebration at your home - give them a spiritual bath so they don't catch the chaotic energy of multiple individuals.
When you have experienced a severe drama, scandal or something unpleasant has happened to you - If you went through a very hard time, had a fight with a loved one, tough day at work, or anything bad happened to you while wearing a crystal, you need to take it off and cleanse it. This will protect you and your energy field or re-experiencing the unpleasant event and will help you feel at ease.