Tourmaline is a powerful healing crystal, linking spiritual energy with physical matter. It can be found in a range of colors, from green tourmaline to black, each with its own individual characteristics. All of the colors of tourmaline share the innate properties of this stone. Whether using in metaphysical work, or wearing tourmaline jewelry, this gemstone is a unique and beneficial treasure for all who practice or are interested in the power of crystals.
Fundamental Tourmaline Properties
Tourmaline crystals can be found in a range of sizes and colors, yet they all share a hexagonal shape, with distinct striations. It is along these physical channels that electrical light flows, making this metaphysical stone a potent tool in energy work. An experienced healer can use a tourmaline crystal wand to re-balance the pathways of subtle energy in the body, the meridian system, or to connect the healing energy of two other stones in a crystal layout. The inherent structure provides for the intense tourmaline properties.
The most fundamental property of tourmaline is its ability to transform dense energy into lighter energy. It disperses the negative and replaces it with the positive. It purifies, balances, and transforms, having a remarkably beneficial impact on its surroundings. It raises the vibration of energy and protects. Place this metaphysical crystal anywhere healing, compassionate energy is due — in the garden, a child's room, even the workplace. Wear tourmaline jewelry to attract all of the positive benefits of this stone.
Metaphysical Benefits of Tourmaline Crystals
Tourmaline stones have many useful properties for metaphysical work. For the chakra system, they have a cleansing and balancing effect. For the aura, they clear away blocked and negative energies. They have been traditionally used in shamanic practices as a protective stone.
As tourmaline transmutes what is dense into what is light, it has the ability to bring clarity to problems. It allows an individual to develop a deeper awareness of self, and external relationships. Meditating with this crystal inspires compassion and tolerance.
For the mind, a tourmaline crystal has a balancing effect. By harmonizing left brain and right brain thoughts, it encourages a state of calm and peace, ideal for the problems of everyday life, as well as for times of deep thought and learning. By connecting with a higher, spiritual energy, tourmaline assists the mind in expanding, letting go of the menial so growth can take place.
Healing Properties of Tourmaline Stones
For the physical body, tourmaline crystals are wonderful for releasing tension and stress. By resetting the meridian system, they will help the body reach a state that is capable of healing, unfettered by blocked, stagnant energy. They also help to increase energy.
Although crystal healing should not be a substitute for regular medical care, a session with a professional crystal healer, or even personal meditation or use of this stone can be greatly beneficial. A gem elixir is effective. A pendant, ring, or other piece of jewelry made from tourmaline can be worn, or the stone can be placed as appropriate on the body. As with all healing and metaphysical crystals, be sure to cleanse and recharge upon receiving the stone, and on a regular basis to periodically eliminate unwanted energies from the crystal.
Sources:
Hall, Judy. "The Crystal Bible: A Definitive Guide to Crystals." (Godsfield Press, 2003).
Raphaell, Katrina. "Crystal Healing: The Therapeutic Application of Crystals and Stones." (Aurora Press, 1987).
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