Smoky quartz is one of the most effective grounding crystals, making it a superb stone to use when ending a crystal healing session, visualisation or meditation. Smoky quartz obtains its color from natural radiation from the earth. This process is easily duplicated by man made techniques so it is important to source natural smoky quartz from reputable sources.
Using Smoky Quartz for Physical Health
Smoky quartz is an excellent grounding stone and was often worn by soldiers in the past, including Celtic warriors who believed it gave them strength in battle. Physically, it is said to be particularly useful with:
- Relieving pain
- Cramps
- Back problems
- Sexual energy
- Strengthening the nerves
- Stammering
- Protecting against radiation
- Legs, knees and ankles
- Hands and feet
- Abdomen
- Assimilation of minerals and liquid within the body
- Headaches
- Reproductive system
- Energy and vitality
Using Smoky Quartz for Mental Clarity
Like amethyst, smoky quartz is a sobering stone. Uses include:
- Realistic thoughts
- Concentration
- Survival instinct
- Sober consideration
- Separating thoughts from feelings
- Maintaining mental ability
- Relieving negative thought patterns
- Boosting intuition
Given the above qualities smoky quartz is useful in many situations including clearing away negative thoughts before meditation or avoiding spending too much money.
Using Smoky Quartz for Emotional Healing
Smoky quartz is considered excellent for dealing with stress. It is:
- Grounding
- A relaxant
- A stress reducer
- An aid in resisting stress in the first place
- An aid in dealing with grief and depression
Using Smoky Quartz for Spiritual Development
Smoky quartz is said to speed up the laws of karma, meaning that positive energies sent out will be returned more quickly. As a grounding stone it is perfect for use in meditation and visualisation, and also helps to interpret dreams.
Due to its ability to combat stress and deal with loss, smoky quartz is good for helping to “get on with life” even during hard times. It also teaches how to let go of what no longer serves its purpose, and detoxifies on a spiritual as well as physical level, replacing negative energy with positive vibrations.
It is excellent for use in Reiki or spiritual healing, as it helps to channel energy through the hands. It is associated with the base and earth chakras, and astrologically is associated with Sagittarius and Capricorn.
Using Smoky Quartz for Healing
As a grounding stone, smoky quartz is perfect for using at the end of any session which may cause the person to feel “spaced out” or disconnected from the physical plane. This can include healing sessions, meditations, rituals, ceremonies and spell work.
This stone is particularly effective when placed on the base chakra but can also be used under the pillow, worn as a pendant or held in the hands. It is suitable for wearing as a pendant for long periods of time, and can also be placed over an area of pain for relief. Pointed crystals can be used to draw out negative energy by placing on the body with the point facing away.
A crystal ball made of smoky quartz is an excellent divinatory tool as it aids scrying and intuition. In Alpine countries, the stone was considered protection against bad luck, so might also be carried in the pocket to carry on this belief.
Smoky Quartz is a powerful source of healing, positive and sobering energy, and protection. Using it in every day life can help the user move through life in a positive, energetic and healthy state.
Sources:
Gienger, Michael. "Crystal Power, Crystal Healing: The Complete Handbook". Blandford, 1998.
Hall, Judy. "Crystal Bible, The". Godsfield Press, 2003.
Permintt, Philip. "Crystal Healer, The". Cico Books, 2007
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