💎Cryptomania? More like CRYSTALMANIA! 🔮

Steemers and friends!

By now I'm sure we have all heard of the existential benefits associated with crystals of various sorts. If though, you have not, then I hope you embrace any curiosities you may be experiencing... this stuff is super interesting.

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https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.pinterest.com/amp/pin/196399233727281069/
For those who think I may be teasing, here is a common example... yup, crystal benefits.

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So, above we see a general attitude towards crystals, along with the type of benefits one can expect to associate with them.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.pinterest.com/amp/pin/402720391664511623/

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In a series of posts, I hope I can enlighten all of you with some crystal insight... maybe I can even inspire some of you to possess your own crystals?! It is my goal to cover an array of crystals and their lore, along with how one can use them as aid in meditation. There is a lot to learn about these crystalline solids, so hold on to your hats, we're diving right in!

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Obsidian
http://hibiscusmooncrystalacademy.com/difference-black-obsidian-onyx/
Obsidian is a natural formation of volcanic glass. It is composed of various minerals, mainly basalt. Others include andesite, rhyolite, and trachyte, each contributing its own characteristic to the overall finished look of your obsidian sample, some may look grey, reddish brown, or blue, all with that desired gloss black overtone.

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There you have it... another rock, Beautiful in its nature alone. While that, yes, obsidian possesses so much untapped potential!

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Healing Properties
Various crystals are believed to hold potential beyond what meets the naked eye. Cultures around the world have made this connection since the dawn of man, making you wonder what all the fuss is about.
I chose obsidian for my first write up given its strength and simplicity. It is solid and heavy. Though glassy in appearance, its strength need not be tested, for anything up against it is in for a wild ride. Obsidian serves as a shield, or better yet, a counter weapon. This is because the crystal is believed to possess truth enhancing powers. It urges growth by exposing everything in its glossy surface - there are no secrets when eye to eye with obsidian. Be strong and face what it shows. It is this nature that allows it to be conducive to growth and development. Meditation with your obsidian present provides a deep soul cleansing experience by bringing to light all unpleasant truths, so you can cultivate from them what is needed to overcome anything standing in your pathway to self actualization.

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Chakra Points

http://rocksandrunes.net/Chakras_ep_47.html

Attached above is a model showing where to focus your energy for meditation. Given the obsidian crystals psychic nature, one would prioritize synchronizing these energies with their third eye chakra. It is said that when you meditate with complete focus on your third eye and an obsidian stone pressed to your forehead, you are able to distinguish underlying truths. Through spirit consultation, extract all of the information present, and decide how to overcome. Because the stone reflects in it the truth, it will be hard for you to lie to yourself under its effects. Don't fight this. This is where you can show off your strength, embellished with new mental clarity, and develope an attack... as I said before, it makes an excellent counter weapon for negative energy. One must simply be strong enough to face what it is they are dealing with.
When synchronized with your crown chakra, onsidian, being solid and heavy, acts as an anchor, fastening your body and spirit. Before meditation moves to the third eye chakra, I personally recommend synchronizing it with your crown chakra first. This will make sure your body and spirit are ready to function as one unstoppable unit.

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Given its ability to synchronize body and spirit, I almost always have my obsidian charm bracelet on my person.
It keeps me at peace, knowing I've got the strength and spirit to face what ever the universe is sending forth.

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There you have it... The ins and outs of obsidian and its psychic nature. My beginner advice for anyone learning to incorporate stones with their meditation is to learn the stones behaviors, and then apply it where relevant given the provided chakra map. There is no wrong way as long as you are honest and your intentions are pure. Obsidian will keep you safe, where you give it your faith.
In the future I will write about other stones.

Thank you all so much for reading, and if you have any suggestions for me I'd love to hear them! Otherwise, I will select my next favorite and continue that way. Please use comments to discuss your practices, ask questions, and spread love!
Happy steeming and practice your meditations regularly (:

Zachariah