How to Cleanse and Charge Your Crystals for Optimal Energy Flow

In this post, we'll cover the basics of crystal cleansing and charging, and provide you with some simple options and methods to optimize their energy flow. Let's go!

Why Cleanse and Charge Your Crystals?

Crystals are natural energy conductors that absorb and transmute negative energy. When we handle crystals, we transfer our own energy to them, which can create an imbalance or blockage in their energy flow. Cleansing and charging your crystals removes any negative energy that they may have absorbed, and re-energizes them so that they can continue to work effectively.

How to Cleanse Your Crystals

There are several ways to cleanse your crystals, and it's important to choose the right method based on the type of crystal you have.

Here are some options:

Water: Many crystals can be cleansed with water. Simply hold your crystal under running water for a few minutes, or submerge it in a bowl of water for a few hours. However, be careful with certain crystals such as selenite, celestite, and malachite, as they can dissolve or lose their luster when exposed to water.

Salt: Salt is a powerful purifier and can be used to cleanse many crystals. You can bury your crystal in a bowl of salt for a few hours, or soak it in saltwater for a few minutes. However, avoid using salt on soft or porous crystals such as pyrite, fluorite, and calcite, as it can damage them.

Smoke: Burning sage, palo santo, or other herbs can create a purifying smoke that can cleanse your crystals. Hold your crystal in the smoke for a few minutes, or place it in a bowl near the burning herbs.

Sunlight or Moonlight: Placing your crystals in the sun or moonlight for a few hours can also cleanse them. However, be aware that some crystals, such as amethyst and rose quartz, can fade or lose their color in direct sunlight.

With all of these methods, we recommend including positive affirmations and prayer to set your intentions.

How to Charge Your Crystals

Once your crystals are cleansed, it's time to “charge" them with some positive energy.

Here are some options:

Moonlight: Placing your crystals in the light of the full moon is a powerful way to charge them. If possible, leave them outside overnight, or place them on a windowsill where they can receive the moon's energy.

Sunlight: Placing your crystals in the sunlight for a few hours can also charge them. However, be aware that some crystals, such as amethyst and rose quartz, can fade or lose their color in direct sunlight.

Earth: Burying your crystals in the earth for a few hours can also charge them with natural energy.

Intentions: You can also charge your crystals with your own intentions. Hold your crystal in your hand, and visualize positive white and golden light energy flowing into it. Repeat a positive affirmation or prayer while holding your crystal.

Bonus: Using a selenite charging plate or bowl is also an excellent way to cleanse and charge your smaller crystals on a daily basis. Not only does it provide a safe and organized space to keep them together, but it also enhances their energy flow with the powerful purifying energy.

Final Thoughts

Cleansing and charging your crystals is an important practice for maintaining their effectiveness and optimizing their energy flow. Remember to choose the right method based on the type of crystal you have, and always handle your crystals with care and respect.

By incorporating these practices into your routine, you'll be able to keep that good energy flowing and get the most out of these beautiful tools.