Healing Crystals for First Aid

The Healing Crystal First Aid ManualA Practical A to Z of Home Therapies

An easy-to-use A-Z guide for treating many common ailments andillnesses with the help of crystal therapy.

Based upon on many years of research by the author and hispractical experience of crystal therapy, it provides helpful anduseful advice for using crystals for healing in your own home.

This book is not intended as a substitute for seeing your doctoror alternative practitioner, it serves as a complement to theirskills and many will find it indispensable.

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A quick guide to Seashells and their healing powers for everyone.This ancient Hawaiian wisdom is simple to understand and easyto put into practice. Included for your easy reference are photo-graphs of Seashells and relevant descriptions to help you identifythem. Most of the Seashells featured can be found on shores allover the world, and many are available for sale. This colourfulbook will immediately transport you to the beach!

Daya Sarai ChocronThe Healing Power of SeashellsPaperback, 96 pagesISBN 978-1-84409-068-6

This book reveals the long- standing significance, high regardand use in therapy and healing of stones, crystals and gems –from the earliest civilizations such as Mesopotamia and AncientEgypt, through the classical world of Greece and Rome and intomedieval European cultures. In addition, there is a comprehen-sive Appendix, in which minerals and crystals are listed with theirrespective mineralogical, historical, astrological and healingproperties.

Andreas Guhr, Jörg NaglerCrystal Power: Mythology and HistoryThe Mystery, Magic and Healing Properties

of Crystals, Stones and Gems160 pages, full colour throughout

ISBN 978-1-84409-085-3

There are two types of angels: those with wings, and those withleaves. For thousands of years, those seeking advice or want-ing to give thanks to Mother Nature have walked the ancientpaths into the sacred grove. Because today sacred groves havebe come scarcer, and venerable old trees in tranquil spots arehard to find when we need them, Earthdancer is pleased topresent this tree oracle to bring the tree angels closer to us allonce more.

Fred Hageneder, Anne HengThe Tree Angel Oracle36 colour cards (95 x 133 mm) plus book, 112 pagesISBN 978-1-84409-078-5

All the important information about 430 healing gemstones in a neatpocket-book! Michael Gienger, known for his popular introductorywork ‘Crystal Power, Crystal Healing’, here presents a comprehensivedirectory of all the gemstones currently in use. In a clear, concise andprecise style, with pictures accompanying the text, the authordescribes the characteristics and healing functions of each crystal.

Michael GiengerHealing CrystalsThe A - Z Guide to 430 GemstonesPaperback, 96 pagesISBN 978-1-84409-067-9

This book introduces a spectrum of massage possibilities usinghealing crystals. The techniques have been developed andrefined by experts, and this wisdom is conveyed in simple anddirect language, enhanced by photos. Any interested amateurwill be amazed at the wealth of new therapeutic possibilities thatopen up when employing the healing power of crystals.

Michael GiengerCrystal Massage for Health and Healing

112 Pages, full colour throughoutISBN 978-1-84409-077-8

The heart of the Aurum Manus® therapy is the unique massagetechnique developed by author Ricky Welch. Using warmed oilsand small spheres of elected crystals, vital points and energymeridians on the body are stimulated in specific combinations –and the results are truly amazing! It is the first therapy that hasbeen found to help tinnitus and migraine patients attain perma-nent relief from their symptoms.

Ricky WelchAurum Manus The “Golden Hands” Method of Crystal-based Holistic Massage Paperback 144 pagesISBN 978-1-84409-086-0

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Crystal shapes: a summary

Cabochon Facetted gemstone Doughnut Disc Triangle

Rock crystalsKristalle

Slice Section Tumbled crystal

Polished Pendants Ear-olives

Necklaces Decorative/Jewellery

Raw aggregate Dense aggregate ClumpGrainy aggregate

Lens Rosette OctahedronSun

Fragments Beads

Raw Crystals

Cubic(Garnet Pyrope)

Hexagonal (Aquamarine)

Tetragonal crystal (Zircon)

Trigonal crystal(Rock crystal)

Generator crystal Herkimer Diamond

Crystal cluster Druse pieceDruse Geode

Sphere Egg Pyramid Baroque Crystal Set stone

Using Crystals: a summaryAmethyst water after Hildegard von Bingen: Hang a piece of amethyst druse in water vapour for approx 30 minutes, creating condensation on the crystal, so that thewater drips back into the boiling water. Afterwards, lay the amethyst in water at a temperature of circa 45° C, and remove after cooling. Carrying in one’s pocket: A common application, which is particularly effective ifthe crystal is occasionally held in the hand.Crystals laid under the pillow/around the bed: encourage special healing effectswhile sleeping.Dual application of essences and crystals: Increasing the effect with simultaneousinternal and external application.Ear olives: Longish, oval crystals, which can be placed in the outer part of the ear.Energetic treatment: Guiding the flow of bodily fluids and the energy flow by layingconductive crystals on the body, or by moving the crystals, or groups of crystals,(for example, pieces of amethyst druse) across the body.Fixing: fixing crystals to the body with sticking plaster. Gem essences and gem water are created through laying crystals in water or alcohol, as well as with special preparations. They serve for taking internally or forrubbing in externally.Healing crystals ointments salves: can be created by mixing gem essences withan ointment base consisting of one part beeswax and four to five parts jojoba oil (10drops of essence for 10g ointment base).Holding in the hand: Application that works via the reflexology zones of the hand.Holding in the mouth: A strong effect through a localized effect on the mouth andmucous membranes, as well as through information transmission via the saliva.Holding on: Holding healing crystals on certain parts of the body.Massaging: Moving healing crystals across the skin.Placing crystals in one’s surroundings: Influencing the atmosphere of a roomwith healing crystals; affects certain areas of life.Placing healing crystals in pockets or clothing.Placing on the body: placing healing crystals on the body without fixing them.Preparations with water, wine or oil through condensation of water vapour(see above), placing or simmering crystals in the liquid, serve as a means of internalapplication of healing crystals. Spending time in a stone circle: sitting or lying in a circle of crystals.Tying on: tying healing crystals to the body with a bandage.Wearing: Hanging healing crystals about one’s person in the form of bracelets,chains, pendants, drilled tumbled stones crystals or jewellery.

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First Edition 2006

Michael GiengerThe Healing Crystal First Aid Manual

This English edition © 2006 Earthdancer BooksEnglish translation © 2006 Bjorn MieritzEditing of the translated text by Astrid Mick, Carol Shaw and Stuart Booth.

Originally published in German as Die Heilsteine Hausapotheke

World copyright © Neue Erde GmbH, Saarbruecken, GermanyOriginal German Text copyright © Michael Gienger 1999

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reprintedor reproduced or utilised in any form or by any electronic,mechanical, or other means, now known or hereafter invented, including photocopying and recording, or in any information storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher.

Cover photography: Christopher Cornwell, GB; Ines BlerschCover and book design: Dragon Design UK Ltd.Typeset in Garamond CondensedPrinted and bound in Hong Kong

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Published by Earthdancer Books, an imprint of:Findhorn Press, 305a The Park, Forres IV36 3TE, Scottland.www.earthdancerbooks.comwww.findhornpress.com

Publisher’s noteThe information in this volume has been compiled according to the best of our knowledgeand belief, and the healing properties of the crystals have been tested many times over.Bearing in mind that different people react in different ways, neither the publisher nor theauthor can give a guarantee for the effectiveness or safety of use in individual cases. In thecase of serious health problems please consult your doctor or naturopath.


Dedication

This book is dedicated to all of those whose contributionsand experience have made possible its publication.

It is also my way of thanking all involved and repayingall the generous help and support I had from them during its research and writing.

Bernhard BruderWolfgang DeiPetra Endres

Erwin EngelhardtErik Fey

Dagmar FleckRainer Fromm

Monika GrundmannWalter von Holst

Klaus HüserAnnette JakobiDieter Jakobi

Ulla Lietmeyer

Elke LißnerIngrid Melcher

Inge MoserAndrea Müller

Gabriele NeugebauerWalter PanterUrsula Pantze

Gudrun PeukertPetra Pick

Francoise SchwabRainer StrebelBirgitta Zerluth

Michelle Zeuner-Mayer


The A to Z of Crystal First Aid . . . . . . . . . . 34Abscesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Abrasions, Scrapes and Grazes . . . . . . . . 36Acidification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Acne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Allergies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Ametropia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Arm and Leg Pains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Arteriosclerosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Asthma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Athlete’s Foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Back Pain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Bedsores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Bed Wetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Bites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Bladder Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Blisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Bloatedness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Blood Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Borellia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Breast-feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Broken Bones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Bruising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Bronchitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Cancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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Contents

Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Part 1 An Introduction to Crystal Healing

The Art of Crystal Healing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Methodology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Using this Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Practical Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Cleansing and Recharging Crystals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Self-treatment – or Professional Help? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Part 2 Practical Crystal Healing


Carpal Tunnel Syndrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Cataracts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Cellulite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Childbirth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Circulation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Colds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Cold Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Concentration Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Constipation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Conjunctivitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Contusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Coughs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Cramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Cysts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Dandruff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Defective Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Depression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Dermatitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Detoxification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Diabetes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Diarrhoea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Ear Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Energy Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Eye Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Eye Strain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Fatigue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Fear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Fertility Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Fever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107Financial Worries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Flu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Foot Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Forgetfulness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Fungal Infections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Gall Bladder and Gallstones . . . . . . . . . 113Ganglia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Glaucoma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Goitre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Graves Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Grazes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Grief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Growing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Gout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Gum Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Haemorrhoids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Hay Fever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Headaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128Head Colds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Hearing Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Hearing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Heartburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Heart Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134Herpes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Hoarseness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Homesickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Housemaid’s Knee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Hyperactivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Hypermetropia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Iodine Deficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Immune System Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Impotence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152Indigestion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Inflammation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Influenza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Insect Bites and Stings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Intestinal Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156Iron Deficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Itching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164Joint Pains and Problems . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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Knee Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167Kidney Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168Lack of Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170Lactation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170Learning Difficulties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171Leg Ulcers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173Libido . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175Liver Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175Long Sight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177Loss of Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177Lumbago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178Lyme Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Lymphatic Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Melancholia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Menopausal Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183Meniscus Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183Menstruation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183Middle Ear Inflammation . . . . . . . . . . . 184Migraine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186Minor Bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Mouth Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187Muscle Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188Muscle Injuries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190Muscle Weakness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191Myopia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191Nausea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Neck Pain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Nerve Pains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194Nervousness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194Neuralgia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195Neurodermitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197Nightmares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197Nosebleeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198Numbness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

Nystagmus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199Obesity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Oedemas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201Osteoporosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203Pain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204Periodontosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206Period Pains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206Piles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208Prostate Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209Psoriasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210Psychic Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212Revitalisation and Regeneration . . . . . . 214Rheumatism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215Rocky Mountain Fever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218RSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Sadness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Scars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Sea Sickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219Sexual Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Short Sight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Sickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Sight Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Sinusitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Skin Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225Sleeping Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226Slipped Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230Snoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231Sore Throat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231Speech Difficulties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231Sprains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231Squinting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232Stings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

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Making Home Remedy Kits . . . . . . . . . . 276The Travel Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277The Small Home Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279The Large Home Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281Crystal Forms and Signatures . . . . . . . . 284Healing Crystals A to Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289Agate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290Amazonite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292Amber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292Amethyst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292Antimonite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Apatite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Apophyllite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Aquamarine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Aragonite (with banding) . . . . . . . . . . . 294

Aventurine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Biotite-lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Bronzite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294Calcite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296Carnelian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296Chalcedony, Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296Chalcedony, Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296Chrysoberyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296Chrysocolla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Chrysoprase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Citrine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Diaspor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Dioptase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298Dumortierite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298

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Stomach Ache . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Stomach Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237Stress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238Strokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Stuttering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Sunburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243Sunstroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244Synovitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245Teeth Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247Teething Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Tennis Elbow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248Temperature Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250Throat Pains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252Thrush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255Thyroid Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255Tick Bites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Tinnitus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260Tiredness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260Tonsillitis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261Toothache . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262Tooth Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263Travel Sickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Varicose Veins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Vision Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265Voice Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265Vomiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265Warts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266Weakness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267Weather Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267Weight Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268Wounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270Worry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271


Emerald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300Epidote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300Fire Opal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300Fluorite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300Garnet Pyrope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300Haematite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Heliotrope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Jet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Kunzite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Landscape Jasper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Lapis lazuli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Larimar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302Lavender Jade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Magnesite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Malachite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Mookaite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Moon Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Moss Agate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Moss Agate, Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Nephrite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306Noble Opal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306Obsidian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306Ocean Jasper (Ocean Agate) . . . . . . . . . 308Peridot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Petrified Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Prase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308

Pyrites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Rhodochrosite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Rhodonite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Rock Crystal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Rose Quartz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Ruby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Rutile Quartz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Sard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Sardonyx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Serpentine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Smoky Quartz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Sodalite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Sugilite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Thulite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tiger’s Eye (Gold Quartz) . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tiger Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Topaz, Imperial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tourmaline, Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tourmaline, Dravite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tourmaline, Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314Tourmaline, Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Tourmaline, Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Tourmaline, Watermelon . . . . . . . . . . . 316Turquoise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Zircon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Zoisite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

Appendices

Bibliography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318Other References and Research . . . . . . . 318Useful Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319About Cairn Elen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320

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Preface

The analysis, diagnosis and treatment ofpatients using crystal healing have devel-oped and advanced very rapidly since thebook Crystal Power, Crystal Healing wasfirst published in Germany (as Stein-heilkunde) in 1995.

Crystal healing is a natural therapy thatis clearly structured and easy to implement.This book offers mineralogical explana-tions for the established healing effectsshown to exist within certain crystals. As aresult it is a therapy, which has beenadopted by many alternative practitioners.Against the background of experience thathas accumulated since the publication ofCrystal Power, Crystal Healing/ Stein-heilkunde, it is now possible to summarisein a single handbook a wide range of practi-cal applications that have been tried andtested in real, everyday situations.

So, this new handbook contains theessence of all this experience. Furthermore,it is structured in such a way that readerscan use it to improve their health and usethe treatments described in order to relieveand possibly heal a whole range of com-plaints without professional help.

However, it must be stressed at the outsetthat any handbook like this should not be –and indeed cannot be – a substitute foreither one’s doctor or alternative practi-tioner. Even a “simple” stomach pain orhead ache can have different causes whichrequire professional medical help – unlessone can be absolutely certain that the headache is caused by tension or that the stom-ach pain is caused by unwise eating (e. g.too much “fast food”).

It is, however, extremely important totake responsibility for one’s own health. Youdo not need to visit the doctor every timeyou have cold. Moreover, hugely increasingexpenses in the health sector also make it apriority that we take better care of our ownbodies and well-being.

The increasing resistance of diseases toantibiotics and other types of medication iscontinuing to limit their use to emergenciesonly – which is another excellent argumentfor us to treat diseases with alternativemethods. In this context, crystals are partic-ularly good for daily use; and it is perfectlyvalid to say this as we are dealing, to a largeextent, with a treatment that has no adverse

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effects and is non-toxic – provided youapply the crystals in a responsibly correctway. Another advantage of such therapy isthat germs and viruses do not become resis-tant to this alternative method – and this initself one of the reasons for the great successnow being achieved by the use of healingwith crystals.

Another important aim of this handbookis to identify those crystals, among the enor-mous range of those available (some booksmention up to 700), which actually makesense for anyone to purchase or acquire fordaily use. So, as a good standby, you shouldalways have to hand the following “firstaid” crystals: Rhodonite for healing woundsor easing insect bites, Heliotrope for coldsand inflammations, Pyrites for mostpainful conditions.

As with many other treatments, there arecertain “classics” among the crystals,whose effectiveness has been proven inthousands of cases. There are also specialcrystals that only appear to be effective withcertain individuals and in specific situa-tions. If no clear distinctions were madehere, as a layperson one would often beoverwhelmed when trying to find the “rightcrystal” – but this book offers clarity andsafety when choosing that crystal.

I have stressed later – in the final sectionof Part 1 – the need for a complementaryapproach combining the information inthis book and the involvement of profes-sional medical help. In writing Crystal

Healing First Aid, I have no intention ofencouraging anybody to do everything “allby oneself”. Just as it is harmful to handover all responsibility to omniscient special-ists, so it is also dangerous to let ambitionand pride lead to ignorance of symptomsand other physical and emotional warningsigns. “It will be O.K.…” is sometimes allright, but not always. In addition, some-times it is important, at certain moments ofone’s life, to admit to oneself, “I need help”.Sometimes, it is this self-knowledge that isthe first step towards an improvement of thesituation.

Therefore, I would like to make the fol-lowing request to all doctors and alternativepractitioners who read this book: allow yourpatients, who have also read the book, theopportunity to actively participate in theirhealing process! This book’s explanationsin connection with specific illnesses andcomplaints can contribute to a betterunderstanding of one’s own situation, andone will, therefore, be able better to supportone’s own healing process using crystals.

In the years following publication ofCrystal Power, Crystal Healing, it has onlybeen possible to compile Crystal HealingFirst Aid through the willing cooperationbetween many scientists and alternativepractitioners. I am particularly grateful toparticipants from the Cairn Elen Networkwho, along with myself, collected all theexperience contained in this book. Withoutthis cooperation and the exchange of expe-

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rience within the network this book wouldnever have seen the light of the day. Eventhough already cited in the dedication, Iwould once again like to express my heart-felt thanks to all members of the Cairn ElenNetwork – and in particular, to RainerStrebel, an alternative practitioner inSchorndorf, for having proof-read this bookand for his many brilliant references toalternative treatments; also to MichelleZeuner-Mayer for having laid out the thirdpart of this book so meticulously!

Likewise, I would like to thank AndreasLentz of the Neue Erde publishing house forhis commitment to the subject. I ampleased that my book is being published byNeue Erde/Earthdancer, where books arepublished because of their content andwhere it is natural that an equal relation-ship exists between the publishing houseand the author – a rare phenomenon intoday’s “media-business” style of the majorpublishing houses world-wide. I would also

like to thank Fred Hageneder of DragonDesign for his extraordinarily positive coop-eration over the graphic presentation andthe layout, just as I would like to thank InesBlersch for the photographs that not onlymake the crystals and their qualities visible,but also appear to allow one almost to“feel” them.

Finally, I would like to extend my thanksto Astrid Mick, Carol Shaw and Stuart Boothfor their wonderful work in editing thistranslation into English for publicationthereby ensuring that my intentions andwords as the author remain faithful to theoriginal – no easy task when translating.

However, enough of the preliminaries: Ipresent to you Healing Crystals First Aid,which, I hope will contribute to the powersof the gems, minerals and the crystals beingused to heal and so contribute to the well-being of us all.

Michael GiengerTübingen

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Part 1

An Introduction to Crystal Healing


The Art of Crystal Healing

Traditions derived from the ancients andfrom archaeological discoveries in India,Chaldaea, Mesopotamia, Egypt and ancientGreece indicate that the art of crystal heal-ing has existed within humankind from itsvery beginnings. For several thousand years,the art of crystal healing has always beenseen as a natural part of medicine, a tradi-tion that continued in the West until theRenaissance.

With the beginning of the Age ofEnlightenment, which began at the end ofthe 17th century, however, this method ofhealing went into a temporary decline. TheAge of Enlightenment incorporated a phi-losophy that emphasised rational thinkingand which was highly critical of traditions.Those aspects, along with the newly emerg-ing natural sciences, considered the healingpower of the crystals to be simply supersti-tion. In practice even though it was knownthat there was no lack of success with this“old” method, the real problem for the newthinkers was that it was impossible toexplain scientifically the process of crystalhealing. Neither the early knowledge ofchemistry nor the mechanically-orientatedstudy of physics had any understanding of

molecular structure and associated ener-getic fields.

Things are different today. Following thedevelopments in modern science and asso-ciated fields of study, it is clear that all bod-ies (living beings and inanimate objects)exchange forms of energy with their sur-roundings. Light, heat, and other kinds ofradiated electromagnetic energy areabsorbed, transformed and released againin this way. Unfortunately, it is mostly thenegative phenomena, such as nuclearradiation damage, atmospheric pollution,electromagnetic/radiation effects and soforth that tend to be the preoccupying con-cern regarding the connection betweenenergetic interaction and health. Never -theless, there are certainly also positive andhealing effects, including those originatingfrom crystals.

Crystals do also resonate with their ownenergy signatures. Depending on the min-eral, they display a measurable oscillationacross the entire range of the electromag-netic spectrum. Even if the energy levels ofcrystals are of relatively low intensity, theystill have a discernably great impactbecause their magnetic resonance is both

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harmonic and continuous. By way of com-parison, imagine a vibrating guitar string,which might be barely audible if it vibratesfreely in space. Nevertheless, it can makethe body of the guitar resonate. Correspond-ingly, the weak electromagnetic vibrationfrom crystals may cause strong reactions inthe human organism.

However, other than in the case ofradioactive minerals, crystals do not havetheir own source of such energy. Instead,they transform received light and heat into“radiation”. It has been scientificallyproven that the nuclei of human body cellsemit light impulses that are used for inter-nal communication between cells and forcoordinating tissues and organs (see MarcoBischof Biophotone – Das Licht inunseren Zellen / Biophotons – the Light inOur Cells, Verlag Zweitausendunseins,Frankfurt, 1995). These so-called biopho-tons are apparently affected by the electro-magnetic resonance of crystals, althoughthe exact mechanism still has to beexplored. Spontaneous changes of brainwaves that occur when gemstones areapplied to the body do at least confirm thatsome effect is taking place (see also theAppendix).

When the electromagnetic field of a crys-tal comes into contact with the humanorganism, it influences the following: • energy flow through the meridians

(energy pathways of the body)• the activity of the chakras

• the stimulation of electrical nerveimpulses

• the activity of the hormonal glands (as areactin to electromagnetic stimulation)

• metabolism of cells, tissue and theorgans (as the exchange of matterthrough the cell membranes is stimu-lated electromagnetically)In principle, the electro-magnetic field

of a crystal affects all areas. However, it isonly effective where it meets similar fre-quencies (e. g. because it is the same min-eral) or a similar energy structure. Thisphenomenon is called “resonance” (Latinresonare). At the point of contact with thebody, an echo is generated, where similarsubstances, particles or structures of thebody can oscillate harmonically with thefrequencies entering through the crystals.Not only physical parts of the body are stim-ulated in this way, but also the correspond-ing emotional, mental and spiritual planes.The art of crystal healing is therefore aholistic science.

(As another illustration of how theenergy levels in crystals can be made toresonate and then enhanced by applyinghigher levels of electromagnetic energy,consider the phenomenon of lasers, wherecrystals are used extensively to create high-energy coherent light sources by beingstimulated by outside energy sources undercontrolled conditions.)

The healing effect of a crystal is causedprecisely by the constancy and regularity of

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its energy vibrations. Chaotic, confused fre-quencies inside our bodies can be har-monised, when they are “tuned” by thecrystal. Harmonically attuned oscillationsand rhythms within us will also consumeless energy than those that are erratic andconfused. Just as a whole orchestra can bedominated by a stable flute melody, the

entire symphony of one’s body can beattuned to a single crystal’s oscillation.

Therefore, the natural qualities of acrystal reflect the principles that apply tobody, soul and spirit. (See also CrystalPower, Crystal Healing, Cassell, London/Sterling, New York, 1968).

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Methodology

How can crystals best be used for physical,emotional and mental healing? Modernmethods of crystal healing take advantageof four different methodologies, i. e. fourapproaches which, in practice, complementand enhance each other.

The Intuitive MethodThis detects the healing effects and thepractical applications of crystals by follow-ing what can best be described as an ”innerfeeling”. Using both intuition and trainedpowers of observation, very subtle changescan be perceived as soon as a healing crystalis touched on, placed on or worn on thebody. If you can sense and then follow thepositive, strengthening reactions, when per-forming these actions, you will be able todetect the correct crystal without any theo-retical knowledge. Spontaneous personalfeelings like, “the crystal speaks to me”, or“I suddenly noticed it”, “I felt attracted byit”, etc. are all expressions relating to thepreviously described resonance between thebody and a crystal. So, refrain from dismiss-ing such reactions as accidental or ”coinci-dence” and, instead, subject them to furtherinvestigation.

The Energy Method This deals precisely with such further explo-rations. By the means of dowsing measure-ments, where divining rods or pendulumsare used and by the means of kinesiologicalmuscle testing (‘kinesiology’ – the study ofthe mechanics and anatomy of humanmuscles), the subjective feelings describedabove can then be made more objective –which organ, which energy pathway(meridian), or which other physical, emo-tional or mental function responds to thiscrystal can be tested quite accurately. In thisway, individual reactions to a specific heal-ing crystal can be very quickly verified.

The Analytical Method Another method whereby not only the effectof specific healing crystals on the individualis investigated, but, basic principles can alsobe identified, by the comparison of manyindividual effects in research groups. It hasbeen stated as fact that both the geologicalformation of a crystal, its molecular struc-ture, the minerals it contains and its coloureach contribute independently to its healingeffect (In this context see also Crystal Power,Crystal Healing as previously sited).

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With the knowledge obtained from theseprinciples, it is possible to identify the exacthealing crystal for a specific human beingin a particular state of health or life situa-tion.

Using a combination of these first threemethods, in which the intuitive type of crys-tal healing appears to correspond to theemotional aspect, the energy type to thephysical aspect (and that of the organism),and the analytical type to the mental (logi-cal-rational), a great deal of knowledge wascollected during the nineteen-nineties inthis alternative field. Alternative treatmentcentres, where both doctors and alternativepractitioners began to apply crystal therapy,were particularly important for this process.This led to a realization that specific crystalscould be applied often, occasionally, or onlyrarely.

This treasury of practical experienceformed the basis of a fourth method of crys-tal healing.

The Empirical Method This is built on experience from the otherthree methods and focuses on those practi-cal applications that have been confirmedrepeatedly in treatment practice. Here, noindividual method or theory stands alone inits practical effectiveness. In effect, after aninterruption of over two to three hundredyears, a valuable tradition is being revivedand redeveloped – and the circle of peoplewho are contributing their experience isbecoming ever larger.

The concept of “crystal healing first aid”was created in this way. The experiences andresults that have been repeatedly confirmedin practice have now been brought togetherin this volume. By using this information,added practical applications are now avail-able for preventive and healing purposes byanyone on an everyday basis.

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Using this Book

Healing Crystal First Aid is a first–everattempt to present a simple and intelligibleoverview and listing of more than 130 ill-nesses, ailments, physical and emotionalproblems, accompanied by a clear descrip-tion of how they can be treated and curedwith crystals. Throughout, ailments, com-plaints and conditions are arranged alpha-betically for quick and easy access and eachone is set out in the following uniformmanner:• name of the ailment, etc.• general description of the illness or the

emotional problem • listing of crystals that are suitable for

healing• methods of use/practical applications of

the crystals in therapyAn overall holistic viewpoint is always

emphasised. As a result, for physical dis-eases, reference is also made to any possiblepsychosomatic causes or emotional roots ofthe problem, the resolution of which cansometimes be the real cure of the actual dis-ease on a causal level.

The introductory explanations for eachillness or complaint make the book verymuch more than a mere reference work;

they also fulfill the requirements of a practi-cal handbook which provides for the furtherpossibility of a more profound understand-ing and healing of a specific condition. Thebetter we understand the physical and emo-tional processes within us, the more we willbe able to influence them positively.Because of this wherever it makes sense todo so, the book not only names the healingcrystals, but also suggests other comple-mentary home remedies.

In describing the crystals, great care hasbeen taken to emphasise the different char-acteristics of their effects. It is important toknow precisely which crystal has the besteffect upon application in any given situa-tion. This precise distinction is often lostwhen the descriptions of effects are subordi-nated under the headings of the individualcrystal – a common practice in the litera-ture until now. When the arrangement ismade according to illnesses and emotionalcomplaints, these differentiations becomethe essential element. The same goes for thedifferent practical applications. Manyoptions exist, of which those chosen haveproved to be the best and most effectivepractice.

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Practical Applications

The aim of the different methods of use is tomake the crystals work as efficient basispossible.

Sometimes, it is necessary to confine theapplication to a limited area, so that itbecomes preferable to place or wear a crys-tal on a particular part of the body. If anoverall effect on the whole body is desired, itoften makes more sense to spend time in acircle of crystals for longer periods, or totake a gem essence. A wide range of practi-cal applications has been developed in thelight of all these different requirements.

If a crystal is placed or held on specificparts of the body, a localised effect is usuallyobtained. In this way, a specific organ canbe stimulated or calmed, while othersremain unaffected. The crystals can also befixed with adhesive plaster, placed inside abandage, or even fixed into specific articlesof clothing (e. g. shoes).

Additional practical applications includecrystal massage of specific parts of the bodyusing tumbled stones, the application of“ear olives” (small crystals that are groundto an oblong, oval shape that can be fixedin the outer ear) and the application ofcrystal ointments. The latter is made by

mixing gem essences with an ointmentbase, which consists of 1 part bee’s wax to 4-5 parts of jojoba oil (usually 10 drops ofessence are mixed with 10 g of ointment).

A local effect can also be obtained if onecarries healing crystals in the form ofbracelets, necklaces or pendants worn on avery specific area (e. g. over the heart, overthe thymus gland, etc). On the other hand,necklaces or bracelets worn uninterruptedlyfor long periods will, in turn, have a generaleffect on the whole organism. Their effect isthen spread through the blood, nerves andthe energy pathways to the whole body.

Crystals held in the hand have a similarblanket effect, as there is a connection to thewhole body via the reflex zones of the hand.Carrying a crystal in a trouser pocket hassimilar value, as one can hold the crystal inone’s hand from time to time. An overalleffect is always needed where a physicalproblem is not limited to a certain part ofthe body, i. e. where the whole connectivetissue, the lymph or the blood system isaffected.

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obtained when crystals are placed on a workdesk or in one’s home. The advantage isthat only a part of one’s life is affected by aspecific crystal. Crystals placed under thepillow – or arranged in a circle, forexample, around the bed – are goodexamples of this kind of application, as isthe idea of generally spending time sittingor lying, inside a circle of crystals (raw ortumbled stones). As the size of the crystalsand the diameter determine the effect, onecan adapt these to accommodate personalrequirements.

Furthermore, the whole body can beaffected by taking gem water or a gemessence. Whereas external applicationhas a rather localised effect (e. g. by rubbingthe gem essences into the skin), this canhave a much wider effect. Gem water ismade by placing crystals in water for aperiod of time ranging from a few hours toa number of days. Gem essences, on theother hand, are made by placing crystals inwater or alcohol for a longer period, or bymeans of special procedures that differ fromone producer to the other.

Hildegard von Bingen’s Amethyst WaterThe famous abbess and healer known asHildegard von Bingen lived in 12th century.In her pioneering work on crystal therapyentitled Lapis Lapidarum, she wrote abouther use of crystals in treatments and heal-ing; and her methods remain just as valid

and applicable today, for they really do work.Most widely used of her tried and testedtreatments is her famous Amethyst Water.

This treatment remains important andis described here specifically because of itsspecial preparation and its widely recom-mended use throughout the book. In orderto prepare this healing water, hang up aclean, purified piece of an Amethyst druseover a pot of boiling water, so that the steamcan condense on the pointed Amethyst crys-tals and drip back into the pot. After abouthalf-an-hour, turned off the heat, so thatthe water slowly cools. Once the water feelsjust warm to the hand, the Amethyst druseis taken down and placed in the water untilthe liquid reaches room temperature. Thiswater is very soft, cleansing and good fortaking care of the skin in a gentle way. Itcan be used for personal hygiene withoutadding soap or any other kind of cosmeticor alcoholic agent.

The simultaneous application of gemwater or gem essences, together with locallyapplied crystals, has a mutually fortifyingeffect. The double application of water/essence and crystals also focuses the inter-nal effect of the water/essence on a specificarea and so has a very powerful effect.

A slightly weaker effect is obtained whencrystals are placed in the mouth (which isalso recommended by Hildegard von Bin-gen). While the crystal has a localised effecton the mouth, teeth, and mucous mem-branes, etc. via a transfer of information to

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the saliva, a kind of gem essence with ahealing effect on the whole body is pro-duced. Naturally, one must always refrainfrom using toxic crystals and only apply thisprocedure to the crystals and cases describedin these pages (mostly in the form ofsmooth tumbled stones).

Finally, mention must be made here ofspecial energy treatments with crystals. Inthese examples, the conductive abilities ofcertain crystals (e. g. Tourmaline and RockCrystal) are exploited in order to stimulateand guide the flow of energy and liquidswithin the body, and to further the regener-ation and conductive ability of the nerves.When crystals are arranged in specific waysupon the body, pains, complaints in nervesand joints (caused by inadequate circula-tion or scars) and functional disorders ofthe large intestine can be treated. The rele-vant treatments are mentioned under theappropriate ailment.

A method of stroking with pieces ofAmethyst druses in order to relieve tensionand lower the blood pressure also belongsamong these treatments. The pieces are notplaced on the body, but instead are movedcalmly, but firmly over the body along cer-tain paths or lines. In this way, the flow ofenergy and liquids in the body can be con-trolled over large areas.

At this point, it must be stressed oncemore that the practical applications

described for the individual conditions, etc.should not be regarded dogmatically as theonly treatment, but rather as representingsome tried and tested possibilities. If youdiscover a new, practical application thatseems more meaningful than the onesdescribed, or if you have an idea for a newmethod, then why not go ahead and try itout? However, in so doing, always remem-ber any restrictions that are listed ormentioned for specific crystals, especiallythose that might be toxic under certain cir-cumstances.

It now merely remains to give one morepractical warning:

NEVER take pulverised minerals internally!

Many healing crystals are toxic if theyare supplied to the body as a physical sub-stance. The effects of the crystals describedin this book are not chemical, but comeabout through a transmission of the crys-tal’s own internal “information”. Crystalhealing is therefore an information-ther-apy, rather like homeopathy, Bach flowerremedies or aromatherapy. The outer, prac-tical applications of the crystals and theconsumption of gem water, gem essences orpreparations that do not contain the actualsubstances, or only in extremely dilutedform, are sufficient in themselves to obtainthe necessary healing effects.

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While applying healing crystals, one occa-sionally discovers that they either becomeineffective, their effect changes, or theyactually feel downright unpleasant. Thereason for this is that crystals not onlytransmit energetic information, but alsoabsorb it. In particular, in the case ofintense healing processes “disease informa-tion” can be absorbed. This, after sometime, may then overshadow the crystal’sinherent “healing information”.

Therefore, prior to beginning, the crys-tals being applied should be “cleansed” ofelectrical charges after use. In particular,with direct body contact, many crystalsabsorb an electrostatic charge. The mostextreme case occurs with the use of Amber,which can become quite hot after a coupleof minutes application. The best method ofdischarging the static charge is to hold thecrystal under running water for 10-20seconds.

The absorbed information, however,still remains stored in the crystal after the

discharge. Without further cleansing, theinformation will still be active during thenext treatment. In order to delete this infor-mation, the crystal can be placed eitherinside an Amethyst druse or on a piece of anAmethyst druse. Amethyst has a strong, fieryradiation caused by its finely distributediron atoms and energy concentration; crys-tals that are energised in this way are freedof the absorbed information. As a rule, thisprocess takes about a day. If the crystal hasonly been applied for at short time, an hourwill be sufficient; however, it will not beharmed if you allow it to remain in theAmethyst druse for a longer time.

As the intensity of a crystal’s effectivenessis connected with the absorbed energy, thecleansed crystals can be recharged in one’shand or in sunlight (morning or evening).The absorbed heat energy intensifies thecrystal’s effect. In many cases, however,such recharging is unnecessary as the crys-tal has already been warmed up and stimu-lated by body contact.

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Cleansing and Recharging Crystals


The treatment of an illness on one’s ownand without professional assistance is acontroversial issue. On the one hand, ouroverburdened health services and authori-ties are demanding that we assume greaterresponsibility for our own health. On theother hand, reports of complications arisingthrough lack of professional help are adeterrent to acting on one’s own.

Sick people find themselves faced withthe following dilemma: should they nowassume responsibility for their own recov-ery; or should they leave it to their doctor oralternative practitioner?

The answer is simple: the best way is toassume responsibility and also to get pro-fessional help. This increases the certaintyof a proper diagnosis of any illness (Greek:diagnose – to distinguish; to perceive). Atthe same time, it is always good idea to par-ticipate actively in the ensuing healingprocess.

One has to work on the positive changesof one’s own life circumstances, and toexploit all possibilities of healing in accor-dance with professional advice. However,this process requires an ongoing dialogue.

A dialogue about the practical applica-tions of crystals is most successful whenboth parties, i. e. the patient and the doc-tor/alternative practitioner, enjoy practi-cally the same level of knowledge.

Consequently, this book is intended forboth these parties. It provides detaileddescriptions of different pathological situa-tions and conditions, while, at the sametime, having been written in such a waythat it can be read and used by the lay -person without too much effort.

The use of difficult words or medical jar-gon has been largely omitted, and wherenecessarily included, they are immediatelyexplained. In this way it is hoped to revive agenuine dialogue (Greek: dialogos – “con-versation between two”) between the doc-tor/alternative practitioner, on one side, andthe patient, on the other.

This is important as so often such con-versations are hampered simply by the useof different terminologies and, in particular,by not having properly defined, understoodtechnical terms. When mutual understand-ing is achieved, and when you are able tocommunicate in a common language, con-

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Self-treatment – or Professional Help?


fidence can be estab lished. Thus, if one’soptions and limitations in connection withthe treatment of illnesses and emotional

suffering have become clearer through thestudy of this book, then it will have fulfilledits purpose.

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Part 2

Practical Crystal Healing


The A to Z of Crystal First Aid

The following pages describe practicalapplications of healing crystals in connec-tion with a wide range of some 160 specificillnesses, ailments, conditions, emotionalproblems and maintenance of a healthybody. Each entry is structured in the sameway as described earlier in “Using thisBook”

It is important to take in all the infor-mation within an entry before any treat-ment is begun! This also applies to anyexaminations by a doctor, an alternativepractitioner – and for therapeutic consulta-tions and assistance, in cases of emotionalproblems.

When looking at the possible emotionalcauses of physical conditions, it is often verydifficult to generalise about such connec-tions in order to make a holistic evaluation.Indeed, it can be extremely difficult – evenbe impossible, on occasion – as the emer-gence of a specific pathological picture isunique in every case. There may be manydifferent causes leading to a specific condi-tion. As a result, any suggested causesdescribed in the following pages representonly qualified suggestions, or are presentedas an incentive to start thinking about

whether similar situations or experiencesexist in the actual case (or vice versa, ofcourse!). So, if you do indeed end up with abetter understanding of why you are suffer-ing from a specific illness, or repeatedly suf-fer from it, then examine this informationmore closely. Conversely, if you experience asense of confusion, or feel that something isnot right, then ignore it.

The term “emotional” (in this context)refers to unconscious reactions that takeplace without the awareness of our day-to-day consciousness. The cause of these reac-tions may be related to specific goals andintentions, to emotional backgrounds (pre-vious experience), or to mental attitudes(convictions, opinions). However, these canall be summed up as being “emotional”.After all, as a rule, they are all unconscious,in one way or another, and can only beunderstood or revealed after serious thoughtspecific self-enquiry about them.

As long as a reaction or a mechanism isnot investigated consciously, it cannot bechanged! That is also the reason why manythings happen to us all the time (they slippass our conscious awareness) and repeat-edly trigger unconscious mechanisms and

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physical illnesses. Conscious problems, onthe other hand, far more rarely lead to ill-nesses. Exceptions to this are cases wherethe conscious and the unconscious arecombined: Conscious problems involve allof our attention in order that unconsciousproblems can carry on undisturbed. Yet,generally, consciousness-raising is a processwith a curative effect – in particularbecause we want to change conditions weare conscious about.

Putting all this together, trying to createa simple formula understandable to all, onearrives at the following concept: if we areunable to change something, even thoughwe would like to, then an important factorstill remains unconscious. This is wheretherapeutic help may be necessary. The sug-gestions given in the individual entrieswhich follow may also be a key to con-sciousness-raising; but always keep in mindthe above recommendation: do not worrytoo much if a specific reference neithermakes sense nor causes a definite “a-ha!”revelatory experience.

There may also be causes other thanthose mentioned. The best practical appli-

cation is always the one given in the entry,along with the description of the individualcrystals and their effects. The referencesgiven are based on practical experience, butshould still only to be regarded as sugges-tions or possibilities. Even then, there areoften several ways to arrive at the same con-clusion or outcome. Therefore, in order tofacilitate an overview of possible symptomsand treatments, cover flaps can be foldedout to give “at a glance” all the practicalapplications mentioned (inside the rearcover flap) and the types of crystal to use(inside back cover flap). Simply allow thosetwo pages to remain opened out, while youare looking up something in Part 2 or inPart 3 of the book.

Overall, It is hoped the next chaptersmay help you become well or contribute toyour staying well. Furthermore, I would bevery happy to receive feedback from yourexperiences with the healing effects of crys-tals. Please send your questions anddescriptions of experiences to Edition CairnElen or to Steinheilkunde eV. (addresses asin the Appendix). All such correspondencewill be answered in due course.

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Abscesses

Abscesses are pus-engorged swellings of theskin. They are the result of the body’s nat-ural way of bringing to the surface deadcells and toxic substances. Sometimes, theyare accompanied by a raised temperaturethis is an integral part of the body’s healingprocess.

Since abscesses can be the outer sign ofsome deep-rooted, inner inflammatory con-dition, always seek professional medicaladvice, especially for abscesses that appearalong with fever symptoms. Further, in thecases of large abscesses there is also thedanger of sepsis (blood poisoning).

If abscesses appear repeatedly, or partic-ularly during in periods of anxiety or severeemotional upset, it may help to think aboutwhat it is in your life that you are findinghard to cope with, are having a hard timegetting on with or is really bothering you somuch that you would prefer to pretend it isnot there, i. e. to “reject” it. Any help in solv-ing or coping with such problems canreduce the tendency towards abscesses.

A tried and tested home remedy for anabscess is the application of a cold herbalpoultices – in addition to following crystaltherapy.

Amethyst helps the body to break downtoxic waste from inflammation, so that theabscesses soon shrink and disappear.

Place a tumbled stone, a section/slice, ora whole crystal on the body; apply Hildegard

von Bingen’s Amethyst Water (page 25) tothe affected spot; or take gem essence (3-7drops, 3 times daily), in order to reduce thetendency towards abscesses.

Heliotrope helps when abscesses sud-denly appear and are accompanied by arapidly developing fever. A crystal with yel-low spots (a pus-signature) is especiallyeffective. Place tumbled stones or section/slices on the abscesses or take gem essence(3-9 drops, 3 times daily)

Whilst Heliotrope can be applied as animmediate measure, seek professional helpimmediately.

Ocean Jasper stimulates the dissipationof abscesses and, in general, reduces anyinherent tendency toward their formation.Crystals with many small brown spheressurrounded by a green colour are particu-larly effective.

In acute cases, place a tumbled stone ora flat section/slice on the affected area.Ocean Jasper can be worn as a bracelet,necklace or pendant for a longer period (upto several months). Alternatively, take asgem water (200–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Abrasions, Scrapes and Grazes

Abrasions are generally injuries of an areaof the skin caused by contact or scrapingagainst rough surfaces. Whilst they mayoften only bleed a little, more annoyingly

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they can produce an extremely uncomfort-able, burning pain, where the sensitivenerve endings in the skin have been dam-aged. In addition, and especially with anabrasion where dirt has entered the area,there is real danger of infection and pusformation. The minimal bleeding is insuffi-cient to wash away dirt and germs. As aresult abrasions should always be treatedrapidly with medical disinfectants beforecovering the wound – although any largeareas of abrasion may require treatment bya professional medical doctor.

See also: Burns; Cuts; InjuriesAs with cuts, it is possible to use the

‘repeat’ process for a faster improvement ofthe condition and the healing, if onebecomes fully conscious and aware of theincident that caused the abrasion.

Repeat the events which led to the abra-sion once again – exactly as it took place, atthe place of the incident and as quickly aspossible after the incident (of course, with-out hurting oneself again!). Sometimes it isnecessary to repeat the whole thing a coupleof times, until the pain suddenly increasesand then decreases. This is the stage atwhich to stop. This is a consciousness-rais-ing exercise that focuses the attention ofyour life energy upon the affected spot andthus furthers the healing process.

Obsidian can be used if the aboveprocess is not possible one can take a pol-ished piece in one hand, or place it close tothe wound in order to dissolve the state of

shock in the cells. One can also rinse thewound with diluted gem essence (10 dropsin 100 ml of clean water) or gem water ofObsidian before applying a plaster or abandage.

Rhodonite or Mookaite are useful as asupplement in the form of a tumbled stoneor a slice on the skin next to the abrasion,or taken as gem essence (5-9 drops) or gemwater (100 ml). Necklaces or pendants ofRhodonite or Mookaite also support thehealing process.

Acidification

Although popularly supposed to be princi-pally associated with the stomach, when itis called acidosis, acidification is a moreuniversal process caused by an excess ofacid in the body, resulting from an unbal-anced diet or some form of metabolic upset.The process of digesting food and metabolicprocesses within our bodies leads to the for-mation of acids and alkalis (or bases) in thebody fluids. As long as this continues in thenormal and natural way, there is an overallchemical balance – in that the alkalis neu-tralise the acids.

However, if the ratio of acid to alkaliveers significantly in either direction, so tospeak, there is a chemical imbalance. Thiswhen the body employs it natural and auto-matic buffer mechanisms, usually in theform of various phosphate compounds and

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other mineral salts, that combine with anysuperfluous acids and bases to re-har-monise the system. This chemically neutralsituation is particularly important for thecirculation – though only approximately asblood operates optimally when it is slightlyalkaline.

If there is a constant surplus of acid, thebody starts to use mineral salts from itsdeposits in the bones and the teeth in orderto neutralise this acid. The consequence isthat the bones and teeth become damagedin the long term. Also, the resulting com-pounds of acids and mineral salts are, ineffect, toxins and waste products that can-not always be excreted adequately via thekidneys.

Our body’s solution is to shift such wasteto some part of us where the least damageoccurs. This is the connective tissue, thebody’s “waste dump”, in effect (see alsoDetoxification).

Obviously, this is never a situation orcondition that can carry on for long withoutsignificant consequences. Whilst only theconnective tissue is affected initially byunwanted accumulations of acid and tox-ins, other parts of us begin to show thesigns. The impurities affect the skin as dan-druff; eczema and skin diseases; theintestines are affected with resulting diar-rhoea; constipation; the airways (whichalways have a tendency toward infection)become blocked; the blood vessels havedeposits and exhibit a dangerous tendency

towards bursting and disturbances in bloodcirculation; and other organs will soonshow their own adverse reaction.

Emotional downs and depression canalso be made worse by such “acidification”of the body. Indeed, it can be postulated thatmost common diseases in modern societyare associated or connected in some way oranother with the condition.

The process of acidification occurs mostfrequently within those of us living in urbanindustrialised societies and with nutritionrich or high in animal products (particu-larly proteins and fats) along with heavyconsumption of coffee, alcohol, nicotineand sweets. I would describe these last as“the four sins” associated with the processof acidification).

All of the above is compounded andexacerbated by the enormous pressure “toachieve” in our society. Aspects of livingsuch as hectic activity, a disrupted lifestyle,stress, lack of sleep, irritation and environ-mental pollution all contribute to acidi -fication – emotionally as well as physically.Leisure time, tranquillity, meditation andrelaxation are weapons we can use to coun-teract the process; each will contribute to areduced amount of acid in the body. Inaddition, we should al find more time forsuch activities.

A de-acidifying diet, sleep and restora-tion are immediate measures to take inorder to fight acidification, for any form ofcrystal therapy and applying crystals would

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be meaningless without this support. Fur-ther, it is worth adopting a beneficial type ofdiet, agreed with and under supervision of adoctor or an alternative practitioner, whoshould also be able to advise on other de-acidifying measures – especially if someaction has to be taken rather quickly. Theoverall regimen ought then to become therule, with coffee, alcohol, nicotine and con-fectionary the exception.

Diaspor and Turquoise will bothencourage de-acidification. Both crystalsstimulate a reduction of acid within theblood and body tissue and also promote thecleansing process therein. Emotionally,both have a harmonising effect and reducestress.

Place or carry a Diaspor crystal on thestomach, or wear Turquoise as a bracelet,necklace or pendant with direct body con-tact for a lengthy period. As an alternative,take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily),or gem water (100–200 ml taken in smallsips over the course of the day).

Acne

The term covers a number of different skindiseases that accompany accumulations offatty tissue, inflamed swellings and pus-filled pustules. The most common case isAcne vulgaris (also called Acne juvenilis,which often starts to appear at puberty and,as a rule, disappears before the age of thirty.

Acne in puberty is triggered by hormonalchanges, but is also exacerbated by a fattydiet, sweets, coffee and nicotine. It is oftenjust as harmful to cover acne with cosmet-ics, as it is to clean the skin excessively with(often commercially promoted) soap oralcoholic solutions. Therefore, if you wantto reduce the number of pimples, eat foodlow in fats and exercise some sense in thenumber of chocolate bars, etc. you eat anduse only skin-care products that are free ofsoap and alcohol, e. g. Amethyst water asbelow).

However, crystal therapy only makessense if accompanied and complemented bythe simultaneous implementation of sensi-ble nutrition and gentle skin care

Amethyst cleanses the skin. Hildegardvon Bingen’s Amethyst Water (see page 25)is particularly recommended

Chrysoprase stimulates detoxificationand excretion of toxins and thus relievesskin problems. Place a polished or rawstone regularly on the liver every night

Otherwise, wear it as a bracelet, necklaceor pendant for a long period. Alternatively,take it as gem essence (5 drops, 3 timesdaily), or as gem water (10 ml, 3 timesdaily).

Moonstone regulates and harmoniseshormonal changes during puberty. Wear itas a pendant or – even better – as a neck-lace or bracelet for several months.

Rhodonite prevents the formation ofscars from open spots and pimples, if placed

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on the affected area in the form of a flat,tumbled stone, or a section/slice.

If you wear it as a bracelet, necklace, orpendant for a longer period, it will also pre-vent emotional stress that acne can cause.

Allergies

An allergy is an acquired hypersensitivity tospecific substances in ones environmentand immediate surroundings. An allergytends to develop as a result of repeated expo-sure to the irritant and can manifest itself inseveral ways, as follows:• skin eruption• inflammation of the skin (dermatitis,

eczema)• swelling of the mucous membranes and

secretions from them (hay fever)• impairment of respiratory passages

(allergic bronchial asthma)• anaphylactic shock, in extreme cases,

with rapidly falling blood pressure, lead-ing to unconsciousness – a truly life-threatening situation.In addition to the last condition, how-

ever, ANY case of severe allergic reactionmerits the summoning of an ambulance oremergency medical attention immediately!

A tendency towards allergy developsrapidly as our organism is increasinglyloaded with toxic substances that can beneither used nor excreted. Environmentalpollution and hypersensitivity toward spe-

cific foods play an important part, of course.Other factors include stress, as well as insuf-ficient rest and sleep, all of these inhibit thebody’s opportunity for regeneration and itbecomes overstressed; and an “allergic”reaction is the result.

Healthy eating, toxin-free living (in sofar at this is possible today!), use of onlynatural medicines and – importantly, I feel– a reduction in direct and indirect expo-sure to any form or electromagnetic radia-tion (pollution from such modern technol-ogy as TV, computer monitors, microwaveovens, telephone masts, etc.) is helpful.

In particular, diet should be examinedprofessionally and, if necessary, be exam-ined specifically with regard to the personalthreshold of tolerance. Furthermore, rest,adequate sleep and detoxification on a reg-ular basis (e. g. intestinal cleansing andfasting under professional medical supervi-sion) may help in the necessary renewal ofthe body. Finally, focus your attention onwhat you may be allergic to emotionally.

See also: Asthma; Hay FeverSelf-help treatment strategies for aller-

gies have limited scope. However, in mildcases, such as hay fever, crystals can be a bighelp. In more problematical cases, seek pro-fessional medical advice – and ALWAYS insevere conditions or life-endangering situa-tions such as anaphylactic shock

Aquamarine helps with many allergies,in particular, when they are intensified bypsychological or emotional pressures. It can

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be used in cases of respiratory reactions(anything from hay fever to bronchialasthma) and in cases of violent, acute cir-culation problems. Emotionally, Aquama-rine brings ease and relaxation.

Amber helps with allergies that mainlyaffect the skin and the mucous membranes.In any case, it should be applied when pro-nounced aversion to specific contact can beidentified.

Blue Lace Agate stimulates lymph flowand ensures a rapid decrease of allergicreactions. It helps cleanse the body and thusheals the starting point of the allergic state.Furthermore, it eases the ability to handleconflict and promotes the correct emotionalreactions, so that you no longer react aller-gically toward specific situations.

Chrysoprase helps with allergies thatoccur after intoxication (or adverse reac-tions to certain medication), or those thatare the result of an inappropriate diet. It alsoalleviates any allergy that is a by-product ofgrief, jealousy, and loss of peace of mind.

Landscape Jasper helps with all aller-gies as it cleanses the tissues that have beenpolluted by toxins and waste substances. Itrelieves nervousness and calms states ofexcitement. It also helps with stress and, atthe same time, strengthens willpower andthe ability to ”hold your own”.

Ocean Jasper, especially withgreen/white inclusions or transparent areasof pure Chalcedony, helps cleanse the bodyand regulate the immune system. It reduces

allergic reactions quickly and, in the longrun, reduces any intrinsic tendency towardallergies.

For all the above crystals, wear as abracelet, necklace or pendant for a longperiod. Alternatively, take gem essence as asupplement (3-7 drops, 3 times daily); orgem water (200–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day) for a longerperiod.

Ametropia

Ametropia, or defective vision, is causedchiefly by a deformation of the eyeball,which produces a blurred image on theretina (the eye’s “screen”, where imagesformed by the lens in the eye are focusedand then interpreted by the brain via theoptic nerve) at certain distances.

In cases of short-sightedness – myopia– the eyeball is too long, and the focal pointof the eye’s lens is situated “in front” of thephysical location of retina, as it were speak.Only objects that are close by can be seen atall sharply.

In cases of long-sightedness – hyper-metropia – the eyeball is too short and sothe eye’s lens focus images at a point that issomewhere behind the retina, so to speak.Only relatively distant objects can be seensharply.

Other causes of ametropia can bechanges in the refractive/focusing ability in

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the eye’s lens or in the cornea (e. g. in casesof diabetes or an incipient cataract) or aloss of flexibility of the lens (age-relatedlong-sightedness).

In the most usual and common cases ofametropia, the underlying deformation ofthe eyeball is often regarded as “hereditary”and consequently as “unchangeable”.However, this is a false assumption. Whilstthere can be some predisposition, the degreeto which it can develop into ametropia canactually be influenced. In this context, it isworth noting that deformation of the nor-mally quite flexible eyeball is often con-nected with some malfunction of the eyemuscles – either being used too little orhave become shortened. The tension in themuscles causes or increases the deforma-tion of the eyeball and, in the worst cases, agradual deterioration. Yet our eye musclescan be relaxed loosened and be trained, sothat the deformation is reduced and theametropia decreases. There is an extensiveliterature about such eye exercises, semi-nars and schools, where the person’s visionis trained and where training programmesare provided. Positive results can also beobtained by wearing grid glasses, whichbreak our vision habits.

Apart from this, ametropia may alsohave psychological causes. If we do notwant to accept a particular point of view, wewill automatically avoid the correspondingphysical attitude, e. g. eye positions.

As a consequence, certain eye muscles

are not used as much as they should be andbecome shortened. This lack of “stretching”or exercise can result in ametropia. Thisapplies to everyone; and it can be demon-strated with a simple exercise as describedbelow.

Try rolling your eyes in the maximumpossible circle. Can you roll them regularlywithout stopping or suddenly breaking offand skipping part of the circular motionon? Not usually, in most cases.

Next, identify a specific point where youare looking every time the rolling of the eyesstops or skips on. Turn your eyes in thatdirection.

Now, in most cases, the angle is uncom-fortable to maintain; sometimes, it is evenconnected with distinct physical discomfortor dizziness.

Normally, this is a way tin which wenever use or move our eyes. If there is somereason or need to look into that direction,we always prefer to turn our whole head.The precise nature of discomfort that resultsin adopting this awkward perspective variesfrom one individual to the other. Neverthe-less, in specific eye therapies and exercises,it can often be that previously uncomfort-able eye positions will become easier toadopt and that any associated ametropiamay sometimes also be reduced.

Moreover, the connections between eyemovement, eye musculature and ametropiashow why working at a desk computer or alaptop, with long and concentrated focus on

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the screen can have an aggravating effecton ametropia. It is even possible that use ofincorrect eyeglasses or spectacles can havean effect – and with smaller spectaclelenses, we prefer to turn the head instead ofthe eye, which shortens the eye muscleseven more. All these factors limit the move-ment of the eye. So, walking (withoutglasses, if possible), where one consciouslychanges between looking at objects bothnearby or far away (and in as many direc-tions as possible), may provide a goodcounterbalance.

See also: Cataracts; Eye Problems;Squinting

Crystal therapy can always be combinedwith eye exercises in cases of ametropia.This results in much faster improvement.The crystals actually make many exerciseseasier, while first and foremost stabilisingthe success of these exercises. The effect canbe confirmed quite clearly during thepauses between exercises.

Aquamarine and Emerald both belongto the Beryl group of minerals and the useof Beryl in cases of ametropia has beenknown since antiquity. (There is, for exam-ple, the story of a cut Emerald being famousfor having helped the Roman emperor Neroto improve his sight). The crystals relax thesurroundings of the eyes and give the eyemusculature the correct tone. Apart fromthat, they have a positive effect on the asso-ciated nerves. Aquamarine and Emeraldalso have an emotional effect, as they

broaden one’s inner sight and mental hori-zon.

Place small crystals or tumbled stonesdirectly on the eyes or wear a necklace or apendant. Alternatively, you can take gemessence (5-9 drops, 3 to 5 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day.

Rock Crystal and Amethyst can alsohave a positive effect on ametropia. Thisgoes for Amethyst, in particular. After that,Rock Crystal, Aquamarine and Emerald canbe placed (carefully!) directly on the eyes.

Agate may also be used where ametropiais not caused by a deformation of the eye-ball, but by a change of the refraction in thelens and the cornea. In particular, Agateslices or thin sections, with Rock Crystal inthe centre, often show good results, if theyare placed on the eye for a quarter of anhour (preferably in the evening).

Arm and Leg Pains

Pains in the legs and arms are most com-monly experienced as the side effects ofcolds, flu and other feverish illnesses. Theyare caused by anti-bodies produced by thebody’s own immune response, as well as bymetabolic and waste products of bacteria.In turn, these cause a reduction in the sup-ply of nutrients with a resulting irritation ofthe tissues nerve endings, disrupted bloodcirculation and an accumulation of lymph

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fluid. Usually, such pains are not a severe ordangerous symptom, and, as a rule, willdisappear again quite naturally. Neverthe-less, they can be quite unpleasant at thetime.

See also: Joint Pain; PainBanded Chalcedony, Magnesite and

Amber in combination have proved to bevery effective in reducing such pains. Chal-cedony encourages lymph flow whilst Mag-nesite relaxes and soothes the pain. Ambersupports the metabolism and promotes thesupply of energy to the tissues.

Moss Agate, Ocean Jasper or Sar-donyx also show good results when worn asankle and arm bracelets. All three are mem-bers of the Chalcedony group of mineralsand so help with the overall healing processand the purification and regeneration of thebody. They also prevent relapses and theircleansing effect is apparent by the rapidrelief they provide from leg and arm pains.

Arteriosclerosis

Arteriosclerosis is a process of thickening ofthe arterial walls, initially by proteins andcoagulated blood and, later by fatty sub-stances (e. g. cholesterol) and calciumdeposits. The blood circulation in certainorgans, particularly the heart and the brain,is thereby considerably reduced. In addi-tion, there is a danger of spontaneousthromboses, i. e. a total blockage of the ves-

sels, by coagulated blood. In turn, this maycause heart failure or an embolism.

Arteriosclerosis begins slowly and insidi-ously. Initial symptoms are: calf pains whenyou walk (indicating poor circulation);cold, colourless and bluish limbs; suddenheart pains; decreased physical capacity,memory and concentration problems;dizziness; headaches; sleep disturbances;irritability; easily recognised emotionalproblems.

A diet omitting animal protein is anindispensable part of treatment for arte-riosclerosis. Furthermore, the diet shouldalso include food rich in vitamins (particu-larly vitamins C and E), adequate exercise,sleep, and time for overall regeneration.Treatment should always be carried outunder professional medical supervision as awide range of background ailments andconditions can cause arteriosclerosis.

Three crystals in particular have turnedout to have a positive effect in its treatment.

Aventurine furthers detoxification andthereby prevents deposits in the walls of thearteries. In addition to that, it preventsinflammatory states and coagulated bloodin the blood vessels and thus reduces thedanger from deposits, which can cause nar-rowing of the blood vessels.

Wear it as a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant for a long period. Also, try taking gemessence (3 drops, 3 times daily), or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sipsduring the course of the day).

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Diamond breaks down deposits in theblood vessels. Place small, raw diamondsfor a day in 200–300 ml of water and drinkthe water over the course of the followingday.

Heliotrope prevents further deposits inthe blood vessels. It is particularly effectivewhen blood vessels are inflamed.

Wear it as a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant for a long period. Also, take it as gemessence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily), or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day).

Asthma

The term ”asthma” (from the Greek azein:“to breathe hard”), in its widest sense, cov-ers several types of severe breathing diffi-culty, ranging from chest tightness to severebreathlessness. Each condition has a differ-ent background, such as heart asthma,asthmatic bronchitis, etc.

In its more specific sense, i. e. bronchialasthma, it is considered to be an allergy andcan sometimes because by a number of sup-pressed skin diseases; and it is this type ofasthma, which is dealt with here.

Bronchial asthma is characterised bydifficulties in exhaling, as the smallbronchial muscles becomes tightened whenbreathing out, the mucous membranesswell and an excess of thick, transparent“goo” is secreted. This causes a severe case

of breathlessness. If it persists, it is a defi-nite emergency and an ambulance oremergency medical services should becalled!

In this state, air that should be exhaledis held back, and this impedes inhalation.This causes a lack of oxygen, which, inturn, leads to deterioration in basic lungand heart functioning, with immediateimpact on the circulation. During theasthma attack, the latter effect shows up inthe form of cold hands and feet and bluishlips, with a considerable danger of latercomplications through damage to the heart.

Bronchial asthma is notable in that it iscaused by allergy, but displays clear psycho-somatic characteristics. So, an asthmaticattack is not only caused by allergy-provok-ing phenomena such as pollen, house dust,flour, mould fungi spores, chemicals, butalso by cigarette smoke, fog, physical strain,anxiety, fear and other stressful situations.

Consequently, one has to investigateboth the physical and the emotional causesof asthmatic attacks. Worry and anxiety cancause chest tightness and impede the nat-ural rhythm of breathing

Because asthmatic attacks may alsobecome life threatening, a professionalshould supervise any kind of treatmentmedically. In addition, and as complimen-tary aids, crystals therapy can relieve attacksand can reduce their occurrence.

Apophyllite is the best crystal to use incases of acute asthmatic attack. It has a

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relaxing effect upon bronchial spasm,works as an expectorant and thus soothesbreathlessness very quickly. Both Green andClear variants have this effect. Green Tour-maline, however, has turned out to be themost reliable.

Rutile Quartz is the second best choiceof crystal. Strictly speaking, it is better suitedto the therapeutic treatment of asthmaticbronchitis – but, as the two diseases aresimilar, it also shows beneficial effects incases of bronchial asthma. This holds truein the long term, particularly.

Tiger’s Eye and Turquoise relieve asth-matic attacks. The form of Tiger’s Eyeknown as Gold Quartz is especially recom-mended for the treatment of acute attacks.

For all of the crystals mentioned above,particularly in acute cases, press a crystalhard against the chest.

Between the attacks, wear Rutile Quartzin the form of a necklace or pendant on thechest. Apophyllite can be fixed with a plasteror placed in a trouser pocket, as it is usuallyonly available in the form of a crystalcluster.

Athlete’s Foot

With cases of athlete’s foot, most causes areoften thought of as being external, e. g. thedanger of fungal infection in public swim-ming baths or bad footwear. It is true thatgood foot hygiene and shoes without ‘exces-

sive humidity’ lessen the risk of sufferingfrom athlete’s foot. However, even with thiscomplaint, the internal environment of ourbodily fluids is a much more importantfactor.

Fungal infections in particular can onlygain a foothold in skin, mucous mem-branes or tissues if there are already largeamounts of toxic substances in the body.The disinfectants and so forth that are usedin swimming pools can, therefore, be down-right harmful. A thorough cleansing withskin-friendly remedies is much more sensi-ble as prevention and treatment. (See also:Fungal Infections)

However, a long-term solution can onlybe ensured through thorough detoxification(see Detoxification). Effective home reme-dies such as ointment of tea tree oil in a10% solution, or the crystals cited below,only help relieve annoying symptoms. Theiruse, of course, remains fully justified; butwithout a diet and further detoxifyingprecautions, one cannot obtain a permanentcure.

Chrysoprase and Smoky Quartz incombination has turned out to be an effec-tive remedy for relieving athlete’s foot as thedetoxifying Chrysoprase and the solubleSmoky Quartz complement each other in asignificant way.

First, take gem essence of Chrysoprase(5-7 drops, three times daily) or gem water(20–100 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day). At the same time, regu-

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larly place a tumbled stone on the affectedspot. After two or three days, start wearing anecklace or a pendant of Smoky Quartz.This treatment needs to be carried out forseveral weeks, but will then show results.Apparently the detoxifying Chrysoprase andthe dissolving Smoky Quartz complementeach other in a meaningful way.

Back Pain

Back pain can have many differentcauses. If only temporary, then its cause isusually tension in the back musculature,which, in turn, is caused by strain, poor sit-ting posture or lack of physical exercise.Apart from that, spinal problems, inflam-mation, and side effects of other internalailments or even emotional stress can alllead to back pain.

In connection with the latter, feelings ofguilt often can often become transformedinto shoulder pains. In addition, pressure toperform in a job and emotional conflict canalso emerge as pain in the upper part of theback (around the chest vertebrae). Similarpains in the mid-to-lower back can becaused by financial worries, whilst sexualproblems and emotional distress can showup as pains around the sacrum and the coc-cyx.

However, these are only some of the pos-sible causes. In principle, any kind of stressor concern may result in similar aches and

pains, as the back and spine are synony-mous with a sense of both physical and psy-chological “straightness” of attitude.

See also: Lumbago; Joint Pain; SlippedDisc

When treating back problems, the physi-cal and the emotional causes both requireequal attention. A treatment that consistssolely in dealing with the symptoms – say,through massage or crystal therapy – willonly supply relief for a very short time if thereal emotional or psychological causesremain untreated. Thus, a professionalmedical examination is always to be recom-mended for any form of persistent back pain– along with other forms of therapy if severemotional strain is involved.

Kunzite is helpful for back pain that iscaused by the trapped nerves resulting froma slipped disc or sciatica. It relieves the painand relaxes the affected area; and it is onlywhen the area is fully relaxed that massageor chiropractic treatment can take placewithout damaging side effects. Emotionally,Kunzite furthers commitment and humility,and at the same time being true to oneself.That is exactly what the spine stands for, asit must both support and remain flexible.

Place a crystal or a tumbled stonedirectly upon the aching area – or, as analternative, take gem essence (5-9 drops, 3times daily) or gem water (100–200 mltaken in sips over the course of the day).

Magnesite is helpful in relieving tensionin the upper part of the back and the neck,

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especially when the pain results from feel-ings of being under pressure or where anyfuture confrontations are anticipated. Itinduces patience and increases the ability towithstand any type of mental or emotionalstrain.

Wear a bracelet, a necklace or a pendanton the back for the best effect. Alternatively,take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3-5 timesdaily) or gem water (200–300 ml taken insips over the course of the day).

Smoky Quartz is helpful with all typesof back problems. It relieves tensed musclesand assists with achieving a better posture.Further, it increases greatly the ability towithstand pressures and strains by inducinga sense of calmness, even under great stress.Worn for longer periods, it also reduces anyinherent tendency to becoming stressed.

Place a crystal or a tumbled stone on theaching spot; or wear as a necklace or a pen-dant. As an alternative, take gem essence(5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Ruby is helpful first and foremost withproblems in the lower part of the back – thelumber region, sacrum and coccyx. Itinduces courage and strength when facedwith complex worries and has also beenshow to help many people with sexual prob-lems and anxieties.

Place or fix a crystal, a slice or a tum-bled stone on the sacrum – or wear as anecklace or a pendant over the hip.

Emerald is helpful for people with backproblems that can occur at those timeswhen there is sense of having ‘lost one’sbearings’ or when suffering some injustice,feelings of disharmony, a sense of failure, orgeneral fatigue and inability to bounceback. It can also be applied when any typeof inflammation plays a role, even if theaffected area has only an indirect influenceon the back (e. g. inflammation in theintestines or other organs).

Place (or fix) a crystal, a section/slice ora tumbled stone on the tender spot. As analternative, take gem essence (3-7 drops,3-5 times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in sips over the course of the day)

Black Tourmaline relieves all kinds ofback pain and helps with stress and emo-tional burdens of any kind. Place or fix acrystal on the aching spot – with the pointdownwards for the most effective outcome.If an actual Tourmaline crystal is not avail-able, then a suitable alternative can be sec-tion/slices or tumbled stones.

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Fig. 1: Pain treatment with Black Tourma-

line and Obsidian (Apache’s Tear).


Obsidian when used with Tourmalineis particularly helpful with pain that radi-ates from a clearly identifiable point.

Place a small piece of tumbled Obsidian(the so-called “Apache’s Tear” form is best)on the aching spot. Place four Tourmalinecrystals around it, pointing outwards. TheObsidian helps to relieve the pain, while theTourmaline crystals drain off excess energy.

Bedsores

Bedsores are painful damage to areas ofskin, caused by pressure and disrupted cir-culation, which, in a progressed state, mayalso reach deeper seated tissue layers, evenas deep as the bones. They are prevalent inpatients who have to remain in bed for longperiods and who are no longer able to turnaround by themselves.

If the condition progresses without treat-ment ever deeper-lying tissue layers becomeaffected, penetrating even as deep as thebones in truly sever cases. Bedsores are usu-ally classifies by a four-stage progression inwhich the overall process affects tissue,which is inadequately supplied with nutri-ents and begins to die The so called firstdegree involves localised reddening of theskin and tissue; the second degree includesthe formation of blisters; then progresses tothe deep open wounds of third degree soresand finally, bone marrow inflammation asfourth degree bedsores.

Even the first-degree stage can often beworse than it seems at first glance! Some-times, a bedsore can extend deep into thesurrounding fat and muscle tissue.

Additional, aggravating factors associ-ated with bedsores include being overweight(too much body pressure); underweight (toolittle natural padding), a tendency towardsaccumulation of fluid (oedema), moisture,high temperature, lying in the wrong posi-tion, anaemia and diabetes.

In order to prevent bedsores, and to treata first-degree case, consistent pressure reliefis necessary; with the position in which thepatient lying in is changed at least every twohours and actual physical exercise if at allpossible. Depending on which areas of thebody are affected, special air-filled rubberrings can be placed in the bed for thepatient to lie on, along with the use of spe-cial mattresses. Bed sheets should besmooth and wrinkle-free and there shouldalso be thorough skin-care (no creams,which may clog up the pores) (see SkinCare), a balanced diet rich in vitamins andenzymes, and consumption of clean water(gentle detoxification). In cases of inconti-nence, ensure that the person affected is notlying on soggy bedding for too long. Profes-sional assistance in the form of a doctor,alternative practitioner or nurse should besought in all cases of incipient bedsores, thesooner the better. If the bedsores havealready exceeded the first degree, medicaltreatment is imperative!

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Depending upon on the severity andextent, healing of bedsores can be supportedby a number of crystals. This supplemen-tary treatment, however, presupposesaccompanying professional medical treat-ment. An old home remedy, which hasproved to be effective, recommends that abowl of spring water and a raw egg beplaced under the bed for prophylaxis andtreatment of bedsores. The result is evenbetter, using pure water and organic eggs,instead of tap water and battery-farmedeggs. It may sound odd, and rather quaint;but try it anyway. It cannot do any harm.

Amethyst aids skin care in cases of bed-sores, especially when Hildegard von Bin-gen’s Amethyst Water is used (see page 25and Skin Care) for cleansing the affectedareas (only up to first degree cases), or thewater may be taken internally (10 ml, up to3 times a day, but not more!)

Carnelian, Garnet Pyrope and RoseQuartz improve the blood circulation in theaffected area and reduce the risk of bed-sores. However, they should not be used incases of raised temperature or when there isalready infection present (as they may havea contradictory effect).

Rhodonite and Mookaite are, however,the most important crystals to use in con-nection with bedsores. As crystals that fur-ther the healing of wounds, they also stimu-late the healing process of the bedsores.However, please note that any open wounds(as in third degree sores) should be cleaned

regularly and carefully during this process.Emerald can be applied as a supple-

ment, if the bone is already affected, as itimpedes inflammation of the bone marrowand relieves pain.

For all of these, place raw or tumbledcrystals around the bed, or place thembetween the bed frame and the mattress.Also, if necessary, wear as a bracelet or anecklace, as long as this does not increasethe risk of creating bedsores, or problems ofthe lying posture.

One of the simplest measures though isto take gem essence internally (3-7 drops, 3times daily), or gem water (100–200 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday.

Bed Wetting

As a general rule, bed wetting during thenight, particularly in children, has no phys-ical cause. Rather, it tends to be emotionalin origin, with the principle underlying rea-sons being fear, personal loss, jealousy (ofyounger siblings) or the child’s perceivedinsecurity (e. g. after major changes in fam-ily or surroundings). In addition, one ven-tures to suggest that natural earth radiationfields and electromagnetic pollution mayalso lead to an emptying of the bladder dur-ing sleep. In fact, all of these causes shouldbe investigated and clarified if the problempersists.

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In contrast, adult incontinence, i. e.involuntary urination, is caused by weak-ened bladder control. This, in turn, may becaused by bladder infections and illnesses,prolapsed pelvic organs, nervous distur-bances, prostate enlargement or a weaknessof the pelvic floor muscles. Further causes,though tending to be more obscure in iden-tification, may sometimes be chronic fear,insecurity or the feeling of losing control ofyour life (or a part of it). Any professionalmedical examination should thereforeinclude both the latter aspect and physio-logical causes.

Amazonite helps with bed-wetting thatis associated with grief, a sense of failure orstrong revulsion. Very restless children, whotend to develop faster intellectually thanthey do emotionally, also respond positivelyto Amazonite therapy in this context.

Chrysoprase stops bed-wetting veryquickly, particularly with children. It re -lieves the feeling of jealousy or lack of careand allows the child to rediscover its ownsecurity. As Chalcedony mineral, it alsostrengthens the bladder.

Citrine is particularly helpful withincontinence which is caused by a weakbladder or pelvic floor musculature. Inaddition, it boosts self-confidence and helpsone regain control of one’s own life.

Heliotrope helps with incontinencecause by serious worries, a feeling of loss ofcontrol over one’s own life or in inconti-nence occurring after bladder infections

and related illnesses.For all of the above, wear the crystal as a

bracelet, necklace or a pendant. Alterna-tively, or as well, place a crystal directly overthe bladder area – taping it in place withsticking plaster. If required,

If none of these have any effect, orbecause the bed-wetting is caused by a blad-der infection – or by a weak bladder – tryusing crystals described below under Blad-der Problems.

Bitessee Insect Bites and Stings

Bladder Problems

Bladder problems can be categorsied in twoways. One is a weak bladder with a tendencyto infections, frequent urination and possi-bly incontinence. The other is a bladderwith an infection that withholds of urine.

A weak bladder is often caused by a gen-eral lack of basic energy, often in associa-tion with fear and difficulties in life. Here,the control of one’s own immediate situa-tion, or specific parts of one’s life, threatento slip out of personal control. The resultcan often be an inflamed bladder withretention of urine. In effect, the latter is akind of backlash, whereby you try, throughexaggerated means, to get things undercontrol.

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Of course, an inflamed bladder may alsobe caused by disease, though any existingweakness will exacerbate the condition.

All bladder infections should be treatedprofessionally. Any advance of an infection,through the urethra to the kidneys, maywell cause dangerous complications.

Agate with a bladder signature – and, inparticular, with a pink spot in the middle –is particularly good for treating chronic andacute bladder infections. Furthermore, itenhances emotional stability, so that crisesand problems can be solved more easily.

Place a polished crystal, section/slice,over the pubic bone – or wear it there as apendant.

Aquamarine helps with a weak bladder,any frequent need to urinate and withincontinency. It helps both regain control ofthe bladder function and of any otherlifestyle problems.

Wear it as a bracelet, necklace or a pen-dant for a long period, although it does nothave direct body contact. Alternatively, takeit as gem essence (3-7 drops, 3 times daily)

Garnet Pyrope, however, is the “num-ber one” crystal for treating a weak bladderand any accompanying tendency to infec-tion. Furthermore, it helps in dealing withdifficult life situations.

Place it as a crystal or a polished crystalover the pubic bone.

Heliotrope also helps in treating acutebladder infections, as they usually need tobe cured by bed rest. However, do not rely on

Heliotrope alone – but if used, place a sec-tion/slice or polished crystal over the pubicbone and stay in bed.

Nephrite or Blue Chalcedony helpswith alleviating urine retention. Both crys-tals remove the need to retain everything,and also help one remain emotionally“fluid

Place a tumbled stone over the pubicbone. Alternatively, wear it as a bracelet,necklace or pendant for a long period; ortake as gem essence (3-7 drops, 3 timesdaily)

Ocean Jasper helps both with a weakbladder, acute inflammation there and withurine retention. Its effect can best bedescribed as regulating the bladder func-tion. In severe cases, it helps emotionallyand assists in the creating of a sense ofhope, optimism, joie de vivre and renewedpower – so that life becomes much easier.

Place a tumbled stone on the upper partof the pubic bone – or wear as a necklace,pendant or gem crystal for a long period.

Bleedingsee Minor Bleeding

Blisters

Blisters manifest as a consequence ofmechanical pressure or rubbing (e. g. tightshoes or unaccustomed handling of tools).

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Fast healing can be achieved using crystals.Blisters should not be lanced, as there couldbe a risk of infection. Further known house-hold remedies for blisters are Bach’s RescueRemedy (drops onto the blister) or comfreyleaves placed inside the shoes where theyrub.

Agate (containing an appropriate signa-ture), Amethyst, Blue Chalcedony andOcean Jasper will heal blisters that havenot been pricked. The body will reabsorb thefluid in the blisters and the damaged skinlayer will be renewed. The Blue Chalcedonyand Ocean Jasper can be applied first to helpdrain the fluid. Then Agate is applied tostimulate the replacement of dead skin lay-ers. Finally, Amethyst is applied in order toalleviate possible tenderness of the affectedspot. If you only have one of the above crys-tals to hand, any of the crystals can also beapplied on its own.

Rhodonite is best for open or burst blis-ters. It relieves any pain and assists fasterhealing of the open and tender spot.

Blue Tourmaline is particularly goodfor stimulating re-absorption of water fromthe blister. It will even prevent the formationof blisters if you place it on spots that havepreviously been exposed to pressure. Gemessence applied to the spot will have thesame effect.

Place (or fix with sticking plaster) atumbled stone or a flat slice or section of thecrystal on the affected spot. Then, applydrops of special gem essence for effective

external treatment. When using amethyst,also use Hildegard von Bingen’s AmethystWater (see page 25) on the blister.

Essences containing ethyl alcohol(ethanol) must be diluted (10 drops per 100ml of water) if they are used for treatment ofopen blisters.

Bloatedness

A rather colloquial term, “bloatedness” or“feeling bloated”, is the name we tend touse for the sensation that we experience as aconsequence of increased formation ofintestinal gas, This can be caused by certainfoods (beans, cabbage, etc.), or because thenormal release of the gasses is impeded byconstipation. One might feel bloated forlonger periods if the intestinal flora is out ofbalance or if there are other digestive prob-lems.

Occasionally, even “mentally indi-gestible” situations or problems may alsocause bloatedness. Furthermore, a lack ofexercise, in particular together with seden-tary work, is also a cause. So regular exer-cise (e. g. visits to the gym and regularwalks), stomach massage, a careful combi-nation of certain foods (along with eatingsuch things as fennel and drinking carawaytea) are among proven home remedies.

Agate also relieves bloatedness, as it reg-ulates and harmonises the intestinal flora.Section/slices or tumbled stones, withinclusions of uniform curving bands, can

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be placed on the stomach for rapid results.In addition, Agate also brings about a vitaland necessary emotional stability needed inorder to tackle and “digest” any uncomfort-able issues. Most effective, however, areAgates worn as a necklace or pendants forlong periods.

Emerald relieves any kind of feeling ofbloatedness. Take it as gem essence beforemeals (5-7 drops, 3 times daily). Alterna-tively, it can be used as crystals or tumbledstones arranged in the shape of a largehorseshoe on the stomach, to follow exter-nally the course of the colon. Other wise,wear it as a necklace or a pendant for alonger period

Black Tourmaline is particularly help-ful, if bloatedness accompanies consti -pation. Use it as above for Emerald. Whenforming a horseshoe of Tourmaline crys-

tals, take care that they point in the samedirection as the flow of waste matterthrough the colon, i. e. upwards on the rightside of the stomach, across the stomachand, finally, turning downwards on the leftside of the stomach.

Blood Circulation

As a rule, problems with the circulationonly arise if the flow of blood is impaired.Usually, the supply of blood to the tissuesvaries in different parts of the body, depend-ing on the needs of those parts of our organ-ism. Where increased activity is required,the circulation is stepped up; where activityis reduced, blood circulation is sloweddown. A really drastic reduction of bloodcirculation only takes place in emergencyconditions, when the body needs to securethe blood supply for the most important ofour organs (brain, heart, liver and kidneys)and, as a precaution, restricts the flow to the”less important” organs and parts of thebody. Examples of such emergency situa-tions may be loss of blood, a high fever, ordangerous situations. Traditional ChineseMedicine calls this regulating system the“triple-warmer”.

If the triple-warmer is impaired or inter-rupted in any way, the emergency mecha-nism may kick in, even when it is notrequired. Among other things, this canresult in chronically cold hands and feet.

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Fig. 2: Tourmaline crystal rods placed on

the stomach in the form of a horseshoe.


Apart from this, the circulation of bloodmay be disturbed by low blood pressure, aweak heart, or by the narrowing and block-ing of blood vessels (arteriosclerosis). Mal-nutrition (too much fat and animal pro-tein), smoking, and certain types ofmedicines (always read the description andinstructions on all drug and medicationpackaging) can result in such narrowing.Therefore, a regime of detoxification and achange to a healthier diet are some of themost important precautions in dealing withany problems with blood circulation.

Slight disturbances of the blood circula-tion manifest themselves as a feeling ofcoldness, limbs that have “fallen asleep” orfeel tingly, increasing feelings of great tired-ness, pain that appears when one feels anx-ious, and under certain circumstances, feel-ings of dizziness. Continuous disturbancesof the blood circulation may become dan-gerous. They can result in damage to theorgans and tissues (see Leg Ulcers). There-fore, the crystals, which are mentioned here,are only intended for use in cases of minordisturbances of the blood circulation. Incases of repeated disturbances, or those oflonger duration, professional advice shouldbe sought without fail.

Garnet Pyrope is the most importantcrystal both for cases of general or localisedcirculation problems. The Garnet fortifiesthe triple warmer and ensures that energy isspread evenly throughout the body. In thisway, it helps with cases of rapid onset of

tiredness, feelings of coldness and painscaused by general stress.

Place a crystal or a polished crystal onthe affected areas to obtain localisedimprovement of the circulation. In cases ofgenerally reduced blood circulation, prefer-ably wear necklaces or pendants or takegem essence (3-5 drops, 5 times daily).

Obsidian helps particularly with chron-ically cold hands and feet, when parts of thebody have “fallen asleep”, and even in casesof hardening of the arteries in the legscaused by smoking.

Preferably hold a crystal in your hand,place one (cabochon) in your shoe, orplace/fix it on areas of the body with badblood circulation.

Rhodocrosite stimulates the blood cir-culation. Also, like Garnet, it has a positiveeffect on the blood circulation. Compared toGarnet, the effect is much faster andRhodocrosite should never be applied ifthere is a tendency to high blood pressure.

Wear a necklace or a pendant on thebody or take gem essence in small doses (3drops, 3 times daily are sufficient)

Rose Quartz is well suited in cases oflocalised disturbances of the blood circula-tion. For coldness, prickling feelings, orsensations of the affected part “going tosleep”, massage the general area with rosequartz balls spheres or polished crystals.

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Blood Pressure

The blood pressure in the arteries is causedby two factors: the quantity of bloodpumped out by the heart into the arterialsystem and the resistance to its flow causedby the elasticity and the condition of thewalls of the blood vessels and the blood’sown fluidity. Narrowed arteries and “vis-cous” blood can lead to an increase inblood pressure, while dilated, slack arteriesand “easily flowing” blood lead todecreased blood pressure. Normally, bloodpressure rises with physical exertion, fasterbreathing, stress, or dangerous situations.Blood pressure tends to drop when you arecalm, relaxed (in particular, when lyingdown or under the influence of narcotics)or when taking certain medications.

However, blood pressure that is persis-tently too high or too low can cause prob-lems – some of them quite serious. Highblood pressure – called hypertension – ma -nifests as tiredness, headaches, and reducedenergy levels Furthermore, under certainconditions, it can result in heart and/or kid-ney problems, or in nervous illness.

In order to eliminate those instanceswhere such symptoms are caused by a seri-ous disease of the internal organs, and toavoid further serious complications, highblood pressure should only be treated pro-fessionally.

So, always consult your doctor if you

experience any signs of high blood pressure.Symptoms of low blood pressure include

tiredness, weakness, dizziness, pale or coldskin and a fast but weak pulse. There mightalso be a tendency to faint or have “blackouts”, or even become unconsciousness.Like high blood pressure, professional med-ical help should be sought as soon as possi-ble in order to clarify the causes.

Changes in blood pressure can be asymptom of many different emotionalstates, which makes it almost impossible togive any real general advice. Indeed, theonly help in determining any individualbackground cause may be by simply observ-ing an apparent connection between highblood pressure and tension, stress or excite-ment – and any equivalent connectionbetween low blood pressure and lack ofenergy, unconsciousness and sluggishness.One might have to ask oneself questionsabout personal or related life issues, or any-thing at all which might be causing thesesymptoms to appear?

Many crystals either raise or lower bloodpressure. Nevertheless, their practical appli-cation only makes sense if physical andemotional root causes are clarified at thesame time.

A diet free of animal proteins, regularfasting and other detoxifying measures (seeDetoxification) should, in any case, accom-pany the treatment of any blood pressurecondition that is too high or too low.

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High Blood PressureHere are some crystals that can be used inconjunction with the medical advice andtreatment obtained professionally.

Amethyst quickly lowers blood pressure.Using a druse of the crystal the size of asaucer, make gentle stroking movements(as if it were a brush) – without touchingthe body – from the forehead over the top ofthe head, the back of the neck, the back,and the legs and arms respectively, towardsthe floor (see Fig. 3). Should the person’sblood pressure fall too rapidly, and symp-toms of dizziness or similar are experi-enced, the pressure can be stabilised with anequalising movement over the body (overthe central axis of the body, starting frombelow in front – over the head and down theback – see Fig. 4). This treatment will pro-vide a comfortable and relaxing effect, bothphysically and emotionally.

Blue Chalcedony lowers blood pressurein the long term. It is less suited for short-term alleviation, but more so for a long-termstabilisation of “normal” blood pressure.

Lapis lazuli has a very fast loweringeffect on blood pressure as long as does notcontain traces of Pyrites (Fool’s Gold)! Bestsuited is blue-white spotted Lapis lazuli withCalcite, which is particularly appropriatefor lowering acute high blood pressure. Itshould only be applied for a short while.

Sodalite also has a rapid lowering effecton blood pressure and, contrary to Lapis

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Fig. 4: Equalising trace of crystal for

stabilising blood pressure.

Fig. 3: Lowering of blood pressure withpieces of Amethyst druses.


Lazuli, can be applied for a longer period oftime.

Low Blood PressureSimilarly, and complementing normalmedical treatment, the following can proveeffective.

Fire Opal provides rapid relief for toolow blood pressure and can, therefore, helpduring sudden attacks of dizziness orunconsciousness, e. g. when “everythinggoes black” when you stand up.

Hematite stabilises blood pressure dur-ing phases of persistently low blood pressureor weakness, e. g. when the body is experi-encing rapid growth, or when one is livingthrough a difficult life phase.

Rhodocrosite causes the blood vesselsto contract, and raising blood pressure. Itshould only be applied for a short time forlow blood pressure. This is caused, forexample, by a lack of sleep.

Ruby generally raises blood pressureand stabilises it within the normal range.

Take a pair of the crystals mentionedabove in your hands in order to achieve arapid change of blood pressure via the cir-culation meridian (one of the twelve mainenergy pathways of the body).

Wear bracelets, necklaces or pendants(on the chest), or take gem essence (3-5drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(100–200 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day) for long-term treatment.

Borelliasee Tick Bites

Breast-feeding

The main reason for problems arising dur-ing breast-feeding is usually a lack of peaceand quiet and/or insufficient rest for thenursing mother. Such conditions or cir-cumstances prevent her from focusing fullyupon the feeding baby. Quietness is particu-larly important at the early stages of breast-feeding phase, when everything still seemsnew and there is, as yet, no familiar routine.In addition, for the actual process of milkproduction, peace and quiet and a protec-tive, secure atmosphere should never beunderestimated (see also: Lactation).

Once any immediate problems with lac-tation are overcome – particularly the firstflow of milk and any inflammation of thebreast – there can still be further problemsin breast-feeding. For example, there maystill be some feeling of pain when the milkfirst starts flowing, as the milk ducts leadingfrom the individual milk glands to the nip-ples are initially still relatively narrow dur-ing the early stages, making it difficult forthe milk to flow easily. In this case, theapplication of poultices of quark-type freshwhite cheese, firm massaging and use of thecrystals mentioned below may help.

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fine cracks and fissures of the nipples. Thiscan be partially prevented in advance by aninvigorating massage of the nipples(pulling and pushing) during pregnancy.However, if inflammation does occur whilstnursing, nipple shields can help preventfurther aggravation. Quark poultices willalso bring relief and the crystals describedbelow have also demonstrated extraordi-nary results in healing nipple inflamma-tion.

A disturbed emotional relationshipbetween the mother and the baby is some-thing that is often blamed for problems withbreast-feeding. However, this has to berejected most empathically at the outset.Not only is this assumption wrong in nearlyevery case, it is particularly unhelpful inthat it is a concept that, under certain cir-cumstances, can in itself serve to create realfeelings of guilt in the mother.

Obviously it is only natural that the babybe breast fed by the mother. In most cases,where there are problems, it is well worthlooking at the mother’s own “emotionalnurturing”. For instance, a breast inflam-mation is more likely to occur where themother is spending too much time takingcare of others and neglecting herself. Fur-thermore, it is the actual stress and strainscaused by childbirth and the often enor-mous changes of life within the family thatare equally responsible for problems withbreast-feeding. Undue worries and concernsfor others should therefore be avoided by the

nursing mother (Chalcedony can help here– see below) and be replaced by a concen-tration on her own well-being as far as pos-sible.

Chalcedony, particularly the light blue,pink or white one without stripes, is the bestcrystal for all types of problems duringbreast-feeding. It relieves inflammation ofthe breast, stimulates milk production,eases the first flow into the milk ducts andalso provides the necessary inner peace thatis best for breast-feeding. After all, it is notfor nothing that white Chalcedony is com-monly called “milk crystal”. It has beenapplied for centuries in order to stimulatemilk production and ease breast-feeding.

All the varieties of Chalcedony referred tocan be worn as necklaces or pendants onthe breast.

Broken Bones

Once broken bones have been set and fixedwith a splint, crystals can support the heal-ing process. However, before such applica-tion, always ensure that the fracture reallyhas been set properly.

Apatite, in particular, stimulates thehealing of broken bones – so effectively, infact, that if it is used when the bone has notbeen set properly deformations may occurthat, in turn, can lead to long lasting prob-lems. Therefore, use Apatite ONLY when theX-rays have established that the bones are

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fully in the right position and this has beenconfirmed medically

Because Apatite furthers the healing ofbroken bones to such a degree, the partsgrow together again almost twice as fast asusual. This is thought to be due to the factthat Apatite is chemically a form of calciumphosphate, and so is very similar to humanbone composition, enabling it to trigger theappropriate growth impulse.

Calcite also furthers the healing of bro-ken bones, though not as intensely or effec-tively as Apatite. It stimulates the calciummetabolism, which, in turn, has a positiveinfluence on bone growth.

For both Apatite and Calcite, place oraffix a tumbled stone or a crystal as close tothe fracture as possible. Unfortunately, inmany cases, a plaster cast is generally in theway, even though this too has a healingchemical make up largely of calcium.Therefore, taking gem essence is recom-mended as an additional treatment (5-9drops, 5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

The same goes for pain relieving crystalsand crystals that heal bruising, injured tis-sues and nerves.

Kunzite, Obsidian or Sugilite are addi-tional crystals that encourage the healingprocess of the bone and which can aid inpain relief

Rhodonite helps heal bruising and con-tusions.

Tourmaline should be applied if injuryto nerves is also suspected with symptoms ofnumbness or temporary paralysis.

Bruising

Bruises are formed when blood vessels aredamaged or torn and blood flows into theconnective tissue, muscles or limbs. Thecauses are usually severe blows, disloca-tions, sprains, broken bones, or (morerarely) simple pressure points made on thebody. The skin covering a bruise appearsbluish at first; then, later on, a greenish-yel-low, as the red colouring agent of the blood– haemoglobin – is broken down. Bruisesgenerally disappear after a couple of weeks– but the time can be reduced with a suit-able treatment. Standard household reme-dies for this include the application of acold poultices and arnica cream to the skin,along with taking homeopathic arnicapreparations orally. (See also: Contusions)

Rhodonite and Obsidian crystals, inparticular, expedite fast recovery from bruis-ing and they provide pain relief and so helpovercome the shock experienced frompainful injuries.

Place or fix (with sticking plaster) a flat,tumbled mineral or a slice/section onto theaffected spot. If necessary, place it inside anyexisting bandaging there.

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taken in sips during the course of the day)may also be helpful.

Bronchitis

Bronchitis is an infectious disease of thebronchia, often developing as a complica-tion from the common cold. It affects thetwo main branches of the trachea and theirancillary branches leading to the lungs. Thecomplication of the original illness is oftencaused by clogging of the tissues with toxicsubstances, e. g. those from dairy products.Nowadays, many cows are raised for massproduction of milk and dairy products. As aresult, their the milk, now lacking enzymesbut with a high content of antibioticresidues and other harmful substances, canonly be humanly digested only with someconsiderable difficulty. This, in turn, leadsto a clogging of our tissues. Such “pollu-tion” curbs the activities of the naturalimmune system and so increases our sus-ceptibility to infection.

A simple, common cold can develop rel-atively easily into bronchitis. It manifestsitself first as a cough, producing phlegm(particularly in the morning), a raised tem-perature, and general weakness and, occa-sionally, chest pains or breathlessness.Although an attack of bronchitis will nor-mally resolve itself naturally during thecourse of several days, professional medicaladvice should always be sought to prevent

the disease from spreading unnoticed and –finally – affecting the lungs. Many house-hold remedies have proved to be very effec-tive when it comes to supporting the heal-ing process. Hot poultices of potato, goosegrease, or onion, in particular, are tried andtested folk-style remedies for fast relief.

Bronchitis should be treated with greatcare, as it may become chronic if you havehad recurrent bouts. The emotional back-ground of the illness should also be takeninto account. As with other illnesses of thecommon cold variety, personal interactionwith other people and one’s environmentalso play a part. Furthermore, especially inthe case of bronchitis, there may be issues ofsadness and grieving involved for some suf-ferers – along with a deeper effect of anyhidden fears that one may be harbouring.The crystals described below are also effec-tive in alleviating these effects

Apophyllite may rapidly relieve acutebronchitis, aid with complete recovery fromthe illness and stimulate regeneration of themucous membranes. It also helps with shy-ness, anxiety, feelings of apprehension,tightness in the chest and insecurity.

Ocean Jasper helps with both acute andchronic bronchitis. It relieves coughs andbreathlessness, regulates raised tempera-tures and prevents dangerously high tem-peratures. It also strengthens the will torecover and lends hope and an optimisticoutlook.

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and chronic bronchitis. Opaque crystalscontaining many Rutile threads are mosteffective. Emotionally, Rutile Quartz has amood-lightening and anti-depressanteffect. It dissolves hidden [unconscious]fears and helps sustain hope and the will torecovery in the case of stubborn diseases.

Emerald helps with acute bronchitis, inparticular where it has developed veryrapidly from a cold. It slows down an accel-erated course of an illness, in this way, pre-venting further complications. Further-more, Emerald supports a fast and totalrecovery. You can generally apply Emeraldwhen an attack of bronchitis is declining, sothat it can be completely cured and notbecome chronic.

With Apophyllite, place or tape a crystal,or small group of crystals, directly onto thebronchial area.

For Ocean Jasper, Rutile Quartz andEmerald, place, or tape if necessary, a pol-ished crystal on the bronchial area, andwear a necklace, or a pendant for a longerperiod. Gem essence can also be takeninternally (5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) orgem water (100–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Burns

Burns are what we call the painful damageto the tissue caused by a localised exposureto temperatures of more than 50 degrees

centigrade (about 120 degrees Fahrenheit).Naked flames, hot gasses, steam, heatedfluids and objects can lead to burns orscalding – as can also exposure to electricalpower and radiation (ultraviolet, X-ray,microwaves and radioactivity).

Burns are categorised under fourdegrees, depending on the depth and thescope of the damage.

A first-degree burn is characterised bypainful skin that is reddish and swollen fora couple of days.

A second-degree burn causes blisters andcan, if extensive, lead to the formation ofscars. Under no circumstances should suchblisters be damaged, burst or opened, as thedanger of infections and the formation ofscars are greatly increased.

With third-degree burns, entire areas ofskin are destroyed. Ironically, these areasare often more or less painless, as the nerveendings themselves have also beendestroyed. Such burns only heal very slowly,from the periphery toward the centre, andleave distinctive scars. Skin transplants areusually required in order to support thehealing process.

In cases of fourth degree burns, theunderlying tissue is damaged, too. Fullrecovery is impossible, in most cases, imply-ing permanent damage.

All serious burns or scalds require theimmediate attendance and treatment of adoctor or emergency medical services.

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involves placing and keeping the affectedarea under cold, running water until theinitial severe pain is reduced or ceases. Incases where hot liquids cause scalding, thewet clothes should be removed at once. Afterthat, cover the burned or scalded area witha sterile burn bandage or pad and ensurethe wound is seen by a doctor. Treatment oflarge-area burns ought also to involvedrinking lots of fluid (about 1 litre of watermixed up with 3 g salt), in order to offsetthe loss of liquid from the wound and toprevent shock from the burn.

In cases of first-degree burns, or smallsecond-degree burns but with no blisters,many home remedies, such as irradiationwith orange light application, treating withjuice from the Aloe Vera plant, oil from St.John’s Wort, or etheric oil from wild moun-tain lavender (only for closed blisters!) mayspeed up the healing process.

Blue Tourmaline can be applied incases of second-degree burns, as it furthersthe regeneration of the skin without leavingscars. Take gem essence (at the beginning,5-7 drops every 15 minutes; later on, 3-7drops every hour; after the second day,3-7 drops, 3 times daily). Also, if possible,bathe the burned area with cold water thatcontains gem essence (20 drops in 1 litre ofwater).

Gem water can be applied in the sameway (drink up to 2 litres in sips over thecourse of the day). The wound can also bebathed with this water, in cases of larger

burns, before a compress is applied.Rhodonite should be applied sub -

sequently – or, in cases of first-degreeburns, immediately – so that the woundcan heal completely. Just as with Blue Tour-maline, it is applied both internally andexternally. With small burns, moistening apolished crystal and holding it on theburned spot may be sufficient.

Cancer

The overall and common term “cancer” isused to describe malignant diseases involv-ing tumour formations. If not treated thor-oughly and professionally, most end fatally.

Tumours occur because of the unre-strained growth of the body’s own tissue.Unlike cancerous forms, so-called “benign”tumours remain largely disassociated fromthe surrounding tissue and only “crowd itout”. In other words, they do not invadeinto the surrounding tissue or blood vesselsand, therefore, only become a problem ifthey occur in adverse locations (e. g. thebrain). In contrast, malignant tumoursbreak through into other tissues and vessels,destroy them and – in addition – generatemetastases. These are offshoot tumours,which spread through the lymphatic andblood systems and via other vital bodychannels. It is these tumours and theireffects that are generally referred to ascancer.

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When the malignant tumours are gener-ated, the nature of the original cells andtheir metabolism also changes. In thehuman organism, every cell is different andspecific, i. e. it develops according to its owntask and has its own special functions. Ifsuch a cell becomes cancerous, it thenbecomes a non-specific, one-cell organism.It takes on the metabolic process of all one-cell organisms that live without oxygen andadopts the typical one-cell survival pro-gramme that seems deeply rooted in ourgenes. In other words, its function andbehaviour is simply that of “reproduction,reproduction, and reproduction”. The cellleaves its previous “home” tissue – akin toits “social group” hitherto – and com-mences dividing wildly. Thus, the malig-nant tumours begin to grow and spreadrapidly.

So, what are the factors that make cellsfeel so threatened that they relapse into thearchaic one-cell pattern of survival? Cer-tainly, they include chemicals that attackthe normal genetic inheritance of the cell.Called carcinogens in general, they caninclude pesticides, fertilisers, food colour-ings and additives, heavy metals, asbestosfibres, etc. In fact, a huge range exists andcan even include some medicines. Othersinclude cigarette smoke, excessive alcohol,hormonal additives in meat and drinkingwater, some viruses, long-lasting inflam-matory conditions. Especially causal is theeffect of radiation, whether in the form of X-

rays, technological radiation and othertypes of radioactivity, or even naturalradioactivity in certain regions. Indeed, it isworth stating that an investigation of theplace where one lives, works or sleeps isalways recommended whenever cancer hasbeen diagnosed!

However, it is not only such external riskfactors that can lead to the formation oftumours. There are also a number of inter-nal (endogenous) contributory factors.Cancer can also be caused by parasites. Intruth, most people live with many forms ofparasite in their system without even know-ing and without their necessarily causingproblems. Yet, if the efficiency of theimmune system has deteriorated as a resultof continuous stress, chronic inflammatoryconditions, toxification or other factors, itcan no longer cope with some types of para-sites, which then start attacking specificcells. This continues at an increasing rate(i. e. by being absorbed by the cells), andcells try to manage the situation throughfaster division. At first glance, this process ofdivision seems beneficial, as it reduces thenumber of parasites per cell by half; but itcreates a situation of initial conflict and socan have a truly fatal outcomes

There has been a long and heartfeltdebate about the causes of cancer in thecontext of the overall condition of thehuman body, life style, and so forth. It is adiscussion that continues to this day, as it isless easy to identify causes, which are not

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obviously external (as explained above).Nevertheless, there can surely be little doubtthat the continuous stress of modern lifehas a “burn-out” effect on our adrenalineproduction. In turn, this leads to a weaken-ing of the immune system and creates toxicbuild-up as a result and with one’s ownmetabolic products sometimes also playingan important role.

There are serious schools of thought thatcontinuous high consumption of sugar andwheat flour in particular will, at somepoint, lead to the consequence that theexisting amount of sugar can no longer bemetabolically processed. Consequently, thebody’s sugar storage capacity is exhausted.This problem, which can also cause the so-called age-related diabetes (see Diabetes),can also lead to cell division at an increasedrate as well as to cells adapting to the sugar-consuming metabolism. Once again, thiscan be fatal for eventual survival.

As mentioned elsewhere (see Detoxifica-tion), our connective tissue in particular isan intermediary “storage space”, wheresubstances that cannot be excreted, arestored “temporarily”. Unfortunately, these“stores” increasingly become final reposito-ries because of our modern nutrition andlife habits, i. e. they become blocked withever more amounts of waste products. Even-tually, they suffer from lack of oxygen andnutrients and can no longer get rid of thetoxic waste products. The effect is that thestores eventually starve and suffocate in

their own waste! It is no wonder then thatone or the other cell eventually “panics”,goes its own way and activates its emer-gency survival programme. Its faith in thecommunity of the organism is lost, its needfor air, water and nutrients are apparentlyno longer being met – so it is as though thecell decides to take the matter into its ownhands!

I am convinced that the reduction ofstress, a diet with a reduced consumption ofsugar, wheat flour and animal protein anddetoxification and metabolic regulationare, therefore, most important measures totake. Further, in the context of externalcauses such as radiation and pollution, Irecommend strongly examining where onesleeps, lives and works – and changing anyof these factors if you are sufficiently con-cerned or worried.

Of course, I am aware that advocatingsuch a philosophy can certainly involvesome very disturbing questions. For exam-ple, what about your nutrition? Does yourdiet include organic, energising, easilydigestible, vital food – as opposed to merelyfilling, so-called “fast food”, manufacturedwith too many additives and chemicals?What do we drink? Good water – or what Iwould term a liquid that is full of uselesssubstances such as sugar, alcohol, artificialaromatic substances and stimulants? Howdo we treat our body? How much rest, sleep,care, and beneficial activities do we offer it?How much strain and effort do we demand

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from it? How many unpleasant situationsand discomforts do we expect it to put upwith? And so on…

I am convinced that these are questionsthat we should ask ourselves much moreoften than is the case. At the very least,becoming ill in any form – but especiallywith cancer – must surely raise questionsabout one’s entire lifestyle. So, whilst nutri-tion, sleep and time for regeneration are thebasic pillars of life, any condition thataffects these pillars will very quickly throwup questions about our work, spare time,life rhythms, habits and vices, stress, desiresand frustrations.

I believe that we have to ask questionsabout how we really live our lives. Is it aspart of a community, of nature and of thewhole of the cosmos? Or do we behave as amere individual, as if we were unconnectedwith the rest of the world? So, in questionsabout our health, are we not, therefore,faced with much bigger questions aboutourselves, our homes and families, aboutour inclinations and interests, beliefs, con-victions, philosophy of life, hopes andyearnings, joie-de-vivre, the meaning oflife, and our overall goals, successes andfailures? After all, these things have animpact on us as holistic beings, with aspirit, soul, mind and a body with its finelyadjusted internal teamwork right down tothe individual cell and its efforts to survive.

Thus, I am adamant that the asbestosfibre, pack of cigarettes, or even our genes

cannot to be wholly to blame if we developcancer. Rather, I consider that any cancer isthe consequence of an individual, multi-facetted development, which takes as itsstarting point our physical, emotional andmental state. Not everyone can or will agreewith this statement, but I sincerely feel thatit is not the cell itself that is the “evil”,which must be fought by radiotherapy, bychemotherapy, with is often highly adverseside-effects, and by the oncologist surgeonwielding a scalpel. A cancer cell is, on thecontrary, the victim of a derailed organiza-tion in the body! The body’s tissue, lymph,blood, digestion, detoxification, excretionand regenerative ability must all be helpedas quickly as possible, so that one-cell sur-vival programmes in the body becomesuperfluous.

So what does this mean concretely? I canonly note here some purely personal obser-vations and conclusion. So, these consider-ations are nothing other than just that, andare thus not based upon any conventionalmedical profession or expertise. Neverthe-less, I think it valid to cite here three obser-vations I have made in all the people I knowwho have survived cancer – and who todayenjoy optimal health:

1. They submitted to a radical physicalhealth cure. Holistic treatments were car-ried out consistently; the body was detoxi-fied; the metabolism was reorganised toinclude consideration of improved nutritionand care, tissue de-acidification, colon

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therapy; drainage of toxic substances,homeopathic therapy.

2. Their outlook became more “life-friendly”. Harmful habits were abandoned,regeneration (sleep and rest), strengtheningand training (sport and exercise) became apart of their daily life; and their life rhythmsbecame more structured. In addition livingareas, especially for sleeping, living andworking, were thoroughly examined forradiation and negative biological influ-ences – and all the necessary changes wereactually carried out!

3. Conflicts were resolved through coun-selling or therapy; important and unimpor-tant issues of life were identified, this wasoften connected with changes at work,socially and in relationships; original lifegoals were re-evaluated – and, last but notleast, lifestyles were adjusted according todesires for happiness and the fulfilment ofwishes.

Of course, there cannot be any guaran-tees, especially with something as invasiveas cancer and depending upon the type ofcancer and its spread within the humanorganism. Nevertheless, as with all ailmentsand illnesses, changes in the way of life andenvironment, resolution of emotional andmental conflicts must all be positive stepsfor anyone. (The latter – resolution of con-flict – is particularly important, as it isoften overlooked! Yet, it is known even intraditional medical science that long-term,smouldering conflicts are the psychological

seedbed for long-term smouldering con-flicts in the body. And who can say that theconsequence of this may well not be that acell decides, at one time or the other, tosurvive by becoming “egoistical”?)

Becoming ill with cancer demands thatwe change our life. Thus, whilst relyingupon the latest advances in medical science,undergoing an operation, having radiationtreatment and chemotherapy to treat thecancer, we then continue with life, sup-ported by competent and professionaladvice – but now also with the extra help ofwhatever alternative natural and thera -peutic measures used in order to obtain aholistic cure.

Cancer is no longer a death sentence!Take as your role model all those peoplewho have overcome it and who today enjoythe best of health! Their paths to successcan be the guiding principle on how onecan cope with cancer oneself.

It is in this light that I recommend thefollowing crystals be used. Obviously, nocrystal or associated therapy can cure can-cer. Rather, within the framework of anindividually tailored holistic therapy, whichincludes body, mind and soul, crystals canmake a valuable contribution to overallwell being; and this has to be beneficial inany circumstances and for everyone.

Noble Opal reminds one of one’s origi-nal goals, the colourful, creative ideas ofone’s life dream. In this way, it will touch ona key point from which many conflicts

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arise, e. g. how do I really want to live mylife? In reminding oneself of this, the neces-sary changes become self-evident. Opal alsohelps one regain enthusiasm and joie-de-vivre, and the most importantly the moti-vation to become sound and healthy onceagain. On a physical level, it ensures thattissues and lymph are cleansed, therebyimproving the supply of nutrients to thecells and the removal of waste substancesfrom them.

Wear a bracelet, a necklace or a pendantwith body contact, or place it in your sur-roundings, so that it can be seen and it is, atthe same time, close to the body. Also, takegem essence (3-9 drops, 3-7 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Ocean Jasper is the healing crystalassociated with tumours as many of its vari-eties have the signature of individual cellsor the “ball-and-cluster-like” signature ofcell communities. As a type of Chalcedony,it also stimulates the cleansing of the tissuesand lymphatic system, as well as being adetoxifier, having an anti-inflammatoryeffect and strengthening the immune sys-tem. It furthers the regeneration of cells andtissue and regulates the metabolism. In thisway, it works as an optimal “re-organiser”.

Emotionally, it provides hope, thecourage to live, and the desire for a newbeginning. Under its influence, changes donot become a burdensome, necessary duty,but instead a new opportunity to be happy.

It improves sleep and the power of regenera-tion and speeds up many healing processes.

A circle of crystals placed around the bedwill be especially supportive in this way.Orange Jasper can be worn in the form of abracelet, a necklace or a pendant. It can betaken internally in the form of either gemessence (3-9 drops, 3-7 times daily) or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Green Tourmaline contains the metal-lic elements chromium and vanadium,which creates a strongly detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and regenerative effect. Themetal vanadium is especially powerful inthe processes of degeneration and, in thiscase – in accordance with the principle“like heals like” – it neutralises destructiveprocesses.

As Tourmaline also improves the ener-getic processes and the information flowwithin the body, affected cells can be inte-grated within the organism once more.Additionally, it also furthers the dissolvingof emotional conflicts and leads to a morepositive attitude, improving general joie-de-vivre so that regeneration can occur.Finally, it also helps one to find one’s bear-ings in new phases of life, and brings for-gotten goals back into the light.

It is most effective if worn as a bracelet,necklace or pendant. It can also be taken asgem essence (3-9 drops, 3-7 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day). It is also possi-

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ble to place a slice/section of Green Tour-maline in front of a strong torch and topoint the beam at the affected areas. Thisaction will transmit the healing informa-tion of the crystal to the correct location.

The latter treatment has a very intenseeffect and should therefore only be in -creased slowly (3 times 5 minute sessionson the first day, 3 times 10 minute sessionson the second day, and so on).

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The carpal tunnel is located in the wrists, onthe underside of the carpal bones and ten-dons. The flexible sinews of the fingers andthe forearm nerve, which control the mus-cles of the ball of the thumb, all runthrough the carpal tunnel. The carpal tun-nel can become narrowed because ofchronic inflammation in the wrist, orbecause of damage from a sprain or unduestrain or twisting. As a result, the forearmnerve becomes trapped in the carpal tunnel.This, in turn, leads to feelings of coldness ornumbness in the fingers – especially in theindex and middle finger. There are thenproblems with gripping or holding objects,particularly first thing in the morning.

In addition, the patient may also sufferpains in the arm at night – which canreach right up to the shoulder – along withpains and prickling in the hand. Althoughmassaging or shaking the hand gently may

bring relief, this will not be sufficient in thelong run. If carpal tunnel syndrome occursover an extended period, the muscles of thethumb will shrink considerably.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is often causedby inflammation, particularly in cases ofrheumatism. Another cause is wrist sprain,e. g. adopting an awkward body positionwhilst writing or using the hand. It can alsobe caused by displaced body equilibrium inconnection with spine problems.

A holistic professional diagnosis shouldbe obtained – as conventional medical sci-ence still believes in the existence of carpaltunnel syndrome without any known cause!Naturally, if the cause is more of arheumatic nature, a course of detoxifica-tion is important (see also Detoxificationand Rheumatism); but if the cause is of amore ergonomic nature, a holistic bodytherapy is recommended (e. g. cranio-sacraltherapy).

Of course, crystals can be helpful in bothcases: Amazonite and Green Tourmalineare the most important healing crystals forcarpal tunnel syndrome. They help bothwith the causes – which are a consequenceof an inflammatory state – and with theconsequences of overstraining. As a feldsparrich in lead, Amazonite helps with manykinds of tissue shrinkage and Green Tour-maline stimulates the regeneration of thesquashed nerve.

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tion and/or rheumatism are the back-ground cause. In addition, they are detoxi-fying crystals, which means that the syn-drome’s real causes are also dealt with.

Amber, Dumortierite, Lavender Jadeand Sugilite help with the consequences ofboth sprains and bad body postures – bothof which cause the symptomatic mechani-cal narrowing of the carpal tunnel.Dumortierite is especially good in this case,as it has a rapid pain-relieving effect andgets rid of bad posture habits. It also rebal-ances the whole body along with providingemotional ease.

In each case, wear a bracelet directly onthe wrist or affix a flat, raw or tumbledstone with a linen bandage or similar bind-ing.

It is also possible to take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Cataracts

A cataract is a blurring of the eye’s lens. Itcan be caused by a gradual deposition of thebody’s waste substances (a form oftenreferred to as age-determined), metabolicdiseases (e. g. diabetes), prenatal infections,or the consequences of injuries, radiation,heat, blinding (lightning), poisoning andother eye diseases. A cataract leads to adecreased ability to focus sharply and an

increasing deterioration of vision that canprogress all the way to total blindness.

In mainstream medicine, cataracts aretreated by an operation in which the lens ofthe eye is partially or even totally removedand replaced by a lens-implant, contactlens or cataract eye glasses.

In alternative medicine, in which theapplication of healing crystals also plays apart, there are precautions one can takethat can bring to a halt the usually progres-sive continuation of blurring – or can atleast can reduce the speed of this deteriora-tion process. In such treatments, detoxifica-tion, metabolic regulation – as well astreatment of the causal diseases or injuries– are highest on the agenda.

See also: Acidification; Detoxification;Diabetes; Eye Problems; Liver Health; Lym-phatic Health; Sight Problems; ThyroidProblems

Rock Crystal has been applied for cen-turies in cases of cataracts. It helps particu-larly in the early stages, where the lensstarts to become blurred. One places either asmall crystal or a tumbled stone directly onthe closed eyes. The clear, bright, so-termed‘Herkimer’ Diamonds are especially suited.

Diamonds themselves can also be help-ful in the later stages. Their best effect canbe obtained when the cataract is a result ofdeposition of waste body substances Takegem essence (3-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml daily, taken insmall sips over the course of the day). A

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gemstone can also be placed directly on theeyes, or between the eyebrows on the so-called “third eye”.

Obsidian also helps, in particular withthe consequences of injuries, when it shouldbe applied as fast as possible. Depending onthe type of injury, place a flat crystal directlyon the eye, or use a segment of obsidianover the eye but without direct contact.Some further curative effect can even beobtained by the calm and relaxed contem-plation of a mirror-like polished section ofthis mineral.

Emerald helps with a cataract resultingfrom a metabolic problem. (In the broadestsense, poisoning and previous infectionsalso belong in this category.) Place the crys-tals (preferably simultaneously) on the eyesand on the liver. Also wear a necklace or apendant and take gem essence (5-9 drops,3-5 times daily) or gem water (200–300 ml,taken in small sips over the course of theday).

Cellulite

Cellulite is the physical evidence of a struc-tural change of the subcutaneous tissue,where fat deposits are formed which resultsin irregularities on the surface of the skin(“orange peel” skin). These skin changeshave nothing to do with the true medicalcondition of cellulitis, an inflammation inthe skin cell tissue. Cellulite, the cause of

which is often incorrectly referred to andascribed as being age-related, is caused (asare many diseases of the skin and tissues)by waste deposits and accumulation oflymph. The breakdown of such waste de -posits and toxins is furthered by many crys-tals, e. g. Blue Chalcedony and Chryso -prase. (See also: Detoxification)

Furthermore, exercise, healthy nutri-tion, massaging the skin and showeringwith alternating hot and cold water all helpalleviate this condition. Until now, however,only two crystals have turned out to be suit-able for a true regeneration of skin that isaffected by cellulite.

Ocean Jasper stimulates regenerationand reorganization of the tissues afterintensive detoxifying cures. It can, there-fore, be applied as “preparation” beforeusing Brown Tourmaline (Dravite), if thelatter does not have an immediate effect.

Take gem water (200–300 ml taken insips during the course of the day).

Dravite Tourmaline, which is rich inmagnesium, furthers the cleansing and thedetoxification of the connective tissue anddeeper layers of skin and their structuralregeneration. The cellulite’s fat deposits aredissolved in this way, and the small dentsand bumps on the surface of the skin disap-pear.

To this end, Dravite Tourmaline shouldbe applied in two ways. On the one hand,take gem essence orally (3-5 drops, 3 timesdaily) or gem water (200–300 ml taken in

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sips during the course of the day), whichgenerally cleanses the skin and tissues. Onthe other hand, Dravite crystals or tumbledstones are placed on the affected areas of thebody. This will focus the effect on thoseareas.

Childbirth

Birth is a complex physical activity involv-ing a wide range of emotional and psycho-logical experiences consisting of a numberof demanding phases. As a consequence, awide range of crystals is required in order to

support the mother or the child – especiallyin the case of any difficulties.

However, it should not be forgotten thatin spite of the effort and pain, childbirth isan entirely natural phenomenon and notsomething to be considered a medical“problem”.

So, the use of crystals should remain inthe background and they should only beapplied when they are really needed. Thefollowing table summarises and sets out allthose crystals that support birth. In present-ing the information in this way, it is hopedthat it will become easier to select the rightcrystal and to apply it correctly.

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Before and During BirthCrystal Effect Practical applications

Carnelian

Magnesite

Chrysocolla

Heliotrope

Biotite-Lens

Malachite

Gives power and courage beforethe birthHas a relaxing effect and re -moves resistance or birth crisesHas a relaxing effect helps dilationProtects against infections

Brings on labour; has a relaxingeffect; encourages an easy birthStimulates the contractions andrelieves pain

Wear as a necklace or a pendant

Wear as a necklace or a pendant or if necessary takegem essence (7 drops)Wear as a necklace or a pendant or if necessary takegem essence (7 drops)Take gem essence (if required, 5-7 drops every twohours)Hold in the hand. Place on the pubic bone in orderto support contractions.Hold in the hand. Place above the pubic bone inorder to support contractions. To relieve pains, ifnecessary, also take gem essence (7 drops).

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Immediately After the BirthCrystal Effect Practical applications

Kunzite

Blue Tour-malineEpidote

TopazBlue or pinkChalcedony

Aids acceptance of the child-and-mother roleIn cases of grief or emotionalcrisesRegeneration when exhausted

Helps find one’s identityFurthers milk production.

Wear as a necklace or a pendant

Wear as a necklace or a pendant or, if necessary takegem essence (3-5 drops)Wear as a necklace or a pendant or if necessary takegem essence (5 drops)Wear as a necklace or a pendantWear as a necklace or a pendant.

Later Post-natalCrystal Effect Practical applications

Agate

Rhodonite

Pink Agate

MoonstoneMookaite

Helps the uterus return to nor-mal size and conditionHeals scratches or cuts

For any kind of inflammation

Helps with the hormonal changesStabilises physical health

Place a tumbled stone with uterus signature on thebodyFirst take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily).Later, when all bleeding has stopped, place a tumbled crystal in briefs.Place a tumbled stone with a signature that lookslike the inflamed spot on the bodyWear as a necklace or a pendantWear as a necklace or a pendant

ChildrenCrystal Effect Practical applications

Amethyst

RutileQuartzCalcite

Aquamarine

CitrineEmerald orPeridot

Eases the child’s “arrival” intoour worldHelps to overcome birth trau-masFor stable development

Soothes eczema in cases ofhypersensitivityFor digestive problemsStimulates the break down ofbilirubin. Apply Peridot only forcases with very strong yellowdiscolouration of skin

Place a tumbled crystal or small crystal in thechild’s bed.Place a tumbled crystal or small crystal in thechild’s bed.Place a tumbled crystal or small crystal in thechild’s bed.Place a tumbled crystal or small crystal in the diaper.Place a tumbled crystal or small crystal in the diaper.Place a tumbled crystal (Peridot) or small crystal(Emerald) in the diaper.


Circulation Problems

Circulation problems occur when the flowof blood through any of the veins and arter-ies is partially or completely impeded. Thiscan be caused by heart problems; high orlow blood pressure (e. g. during preg-nancy), hormonal changes (e. g. during themenopause), infectious diseases, and gen-eral weakness in the autonomic nervoussystem or blocked or imperfectly function-ing blood vessels. The latter is particularlyimportant, for whilst the heart’s action con-tributes to the transportation of the blood,adequate elasticity, tension and cooperationof the muscular arteries are also essentialfor proper circulation The arteries transportblood pumped from the heart by the meansof a circular contraction of their muscles(see also Blood Circulation)

Chinese medicine formulates the con-nection between the heart and circulationvery clearly, as follows:The heart is the emperor who provides the

toneThe circulation is his first civil servantwho does the work – and woe to theemperor whose civil servants are idle!

A thorough investigation of weak circu-lation will usually reveal specific phenom-ena such as such as deposits in the bloodvessels and their walls, a narrowing orenlargement (varicose veins) and inflam-matory states – which are a consequence oftissues containing toxic deposits. Detoxi -

fication is therefore absolutely necessary inorder to prevent circulatory problems (seeDetoxification). A diet without animal pro-tein and general nutrition rich in vitamins(especially C and E), sufficient physicalexercise, rest, sleep, and time for regenera-tion are all good preventative measures.

Circulation problems often occur as sud-den changes in blood pressure and pulserate. This, in turn, causes inner unrest,tiredness, pallor, dizziness, fits of uncon-sciousness, cold sweats, shaking limbs and– in extreme cases – circulatory collapse. Asimmediate first aid, raise the feet above thehead and apply cold water to revive the per-son; but professional medical advice orassistance should be sought in all cases, inorder to identify the cause.

The problem can also often be causedemotionally by stress and difficult situa-tions. Obstacles or resistance to one’s innerwishes and intentions appear to be reflectedin fluctuations of blood pressure. The feel-ing of failure, total overburdening and lackof energy often exist side-by-side with circu-latory problems, and are often caused bylack of enjoyment and enthusiasm. Thus, achange of direction is often needed, in orderthat personal aims and goals can be redis-covered – and with this an associated newenthusiasm for life, which is still the bestmedicine for the circulation!

Many crystals described elsewhere (seeBlood Pressure; Heart Problems) can alsobe applied in order to stimulate or calm the

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circulation. The following are therefore thecrystals that really can stabilise the circu -lation and have a possible effect.

Garnet Pyrope is best for stabilising thecirculation. It helps rapidly with circulatoryproblems, can prevent circulatory collapse(if applied in time), and, as a metabolismstimulating crystal, it can also further thecleansing of and improves the vitality of theblood vessels.

Emotionally it helps to overcome resis-tance, mobilises essential energy reservesand assists with perseverance.

Haematite and Tiger Iron help withweakness, dizziness and brief attacks ofunconsciousness – especially if they occurin the morning, when one rises too quickly,or due to pregnancy.

Emotionally, both crystals help one tobecome dynamic and full of life. EspeciallyTiger Iron which rapidly removes tirednessand lack of strength.

Ruby stimulates the circulation andhelps with tiredness, pallor, dizziness, coldsweats and shaking limbs. It also preventscirculatory collapse, if applied in time.

Emotionally, it enhances passion andenthusiasm – not just temporally, but alsoas long-lasting fervour.

For all of the of the crystals mentionedabove, wear a necklace or a pendant abovethe hip in such a way, that at least one of thecrystals is hanging over the pubic bone.

Garnet Pyrope, Ruby or tumbled stonesof Haematite and Tiger Iron can also be

placed or stuck on (with sticking plaster)the pubic bone on a regular basis. It is alsopossible to take gem essence internally, butonly in small quantities (2-4 drops, 2 timesdaily). The same goes for gem water (100–200 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day.)

Colds

The so-called common cold manifest itselfwith the classic symptoms of a cough, headcolds and hoarseness, all of which are oftencharacterised as flu infections althoughthey do not have much in common withgenuine influenza.

See also: Flu; Head ColdsAs the name indicates, a cold can, on

occasion, be traced back to exposure to cold.Such exposure can actually weaken theimmune defence structures in the mucousmembranes of the airways. On the otherhand, it can only really spread throughouta body that has already been stressed (bytoxins or waste etc).

In most cases however, a cold is a formof virus in which the tissues and cells areinfected with waste substances that makethe virus spread and thus hamper the activ-ity of the immune system. Colds can be pre-vented by generally “toughening up” thebody. This includes regular exercise in freshair (in all kinds of weather!), sleeping withan open window, ending one’s daily shower

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with cold water, and with regular detoxifica-tion. In particular, dairy products should beabandoned as they increase the tendency togetting a cold, a sore throat, bronchitis, andsinusitis (see the relevant chapters).

Further protection can also obtained byrinsing the mouth and teeth with organic,cold-pressed sunflower oil for 10 to 20 min-utes every day. Do not swallow the oilunder any circumstances; but spit it outafterwards and rinse the mouth thoroughlywith tepid water! This oil absorbs toxic sub-stances and waste, and supports the healingof colds.

Direct cooling down of the airways (e. g.if you breathe through your mouth), indi-rect cooling of the whole body (because ofinadequate clothing) and cold feet can playa role in triggering the effects of a cold. Coldfeet especially cause a reflex decrease in theblood circulation in the mucous mem-branes of the nose. Therefore, colds tend tooccur particularly during cold and wet tran-sitional phases and, to a lesser degree, in adry and cold winter. In summer, it is mainlycold drinks that have an internal coolingdown effect and cold draughts which playan important role in so-called “summercolds”.

However, as stated earlier, a cold is actu-ally a viral disease. Viruses that are alreadyin the mucous membranes, or that havebeen inhaled, exploit the actual weakness ofthe immune system and where they canpropagate very suddenly. Typically, this

leads to catarrh, an inflammation of themucous membranes.

As the immune system becomes evenmore burdened, there will often also be asubsequent influx of bacteria, which canlead to inflammation and the formation ofpus. Fever, in connection with a cold, is animportant part of the body’s defence me -chanism and should not be suppressed tooearly, in order to avoid complications. Anyof the following parts of the body and ad -ditional symptoms can be regarded as acomplication of a cold:• the nose – head colds• the throat– cough, hoarseness• the bronchia – deep cough, breathing

difficulties• the lungs – weakness, lack of appetite,

high fever, night sweats, breathlessness• the heart – acute heart problems• the sinuses – aching that is intensified

by pressure and leaning forward• the middle ear – earache, fever• the meninges – headache, vomiting,

suddenly rising fever, shivering, dis-turbed consciousnessA simple cold, cough or hoarseness can

be treated quite easily with crystals. How-ever, if the symptoms persist and seem toprogress to other parts of the body, e. g.towards the sinuses or the bronchia, adoctor or an alternative practitioner shouldbe consulted. Even here, though, crystalscan be applied to complement the profes-sional approach, using safe monitoring and

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treatment over the course of the illness anda successful cure. In most cases, however, acure proceeds by reversing the process ordirection of the original causes or origins

As with so many other ailments, it is justas important with a cold to consider anyemotional background to the illness – per-sonal relationships, ones lifestyle and en -vironment, grief or depression (especially incases of bronchitis).

The same crystals that are used with coldsymptoms can also be applied to deal withany associated emotional problems.

Heliotrope can be applied at the begin-ning of a cold, when the first sensations offeverishness, head cold or soreness in thethroat are experienced.

It should be placed immediately on thethymus gland (between heart and throat),in the form of a tumbled stone or a thin sec-tion or taken in the form of gem essence(5-10 drops every hour); or take as gemwater (100–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day. Necklaces or a pen-dant can also be effective.

Heliotrope works by initially backing upthe body’s non-specific immune reactionthat attacks all foreign bodies in the sameway. This defence mechanism is normallysuccessful in warding off infection and soforth – but where it fails, a disease willprogress. Parallel to its physical effect,Heliotrope also increases the ability todefend oneself on an emotional level.

However, if the cold is in its full-blown

form, Heliotrope becomes ineffective as thebody’s attempt at limiting infection has beenovercome.

Sardonyx should be then be used ifthere are feverish symptoms.

Red Chalcedony is the alternative ifthere is no fever,

Both forms encourage the feverish hightemperature, which the body needs natu-rally in order to hold the disease in check, atleast, until it has been identified and neu-tralised by the specific immune defence. Infact, a high temperature should never belowered too early when you have a cold,only if it reaches life-threatening levels of41°C (105°F), or more, should you shouldintervene.

The crystals can also be applied until theillness has reached its climax and the feverdrops again. (By the way, the crystals helpone emotionally to confront unpleasantthings and to overcome difficult situations).A sign that the illness has been overcome isthat the limbs, and the hands and feet inparticular, suddenly become hot, after theyhave been cold, in spite of the high temper-ature. This indicates that the body is tryingto get rid of the heat. In order to assist inlowering the fever, cold compresses can nowbe wrapped around the calves.

Blue Chalcedony, Moss Agate orOcean Jasper can also be applied alongwith the cold compress as each of themstimulates the lymph flow. In this way thecleansing of the infected areas can be

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completed. Emotionally, they are also use-ful for encouraging feelings of relief and forpromoting general detoxification.

Blue Chalcedony can be applied if thefever falls rapidly, whilst Moss Agate orOcean Jasper can be used if the temperaturefalls gradually. Occasionally, though, it mayalso rise again through the actual process ofdetoxification. The selected crystal shouldbe applied until the temperature has fallento a normal level of about 37°C (99 °F).During this period, bed rest is advised inorder to ensure a cure.

When the fever has subsided and asymptom-free state has been attained, applyBrown Chalcedony for another week or twoin order to avoid a relapse or complications,as this crystal helps support the immunesystem over a longer period. Furthermore,emotionally, it heightens one’s powers ofobservation.

(As an aside, at the end of such an ill-ness. it always advisable to take one extraday off for full recovery before going back tobusiness as usual. This “extra” day wasonce part of any doctor’s standard recom-mendation. However, in today’s ever-morecomplex world, it is usually ignored, asalmost every one has major commitments.Nevertheless skipping that extra day off isone of the most common causes of a relapsewith complications, or even of a muchmore severe illness.)

Epidote and Zoisite can help if therestill is a definite feeling of weakness after a

cold. These crystals are regenerative in effectand Epidote particularly can be combinedwith the Chalcedony already mentioned.

Hold a tumbled stone in the hand orplace/fix it on the thymus gland (betweenthe heart and the throat). It is just as effec-tive to wear a necklace or a pendant and totake gem essence (5-7 drops at least threetimes daily up to a maximum dose of oncean hour depending on the intensity of theillness. Also, try gem water (200–500 ml) insmall sips over the course of the day.

Cold Feet

Chronically cold feet are caused by inade-quate blood circulation which, in turn, iscaused by narrowing of the blood vessels(see also Arteriosclerosis) or an imbalanceof the “triple warmer” – the system that isresponsible for an equalised energy balancein our bodies (see also Blood, Circulation).

It should be noted here that althoughthe triple warmer is connected with the ringfinger and that silver rings that are worn onthis part of the body have a cooling effect,they should NEVER be worn in cases of coldfeet, as they may decrease the effect of thehealing crystals listed below.

Further, no one should expect miraclesfrom the crystals mentioned. After all, anyinappropriate footwear or a temperature of-20 °C (-4 °F) will naturally result in coldfeet, even if one fills up one’s boots with

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crystals! However, crystals can be a greathelp if feet will not warm up even after hav-ing been in a heated room or a bed.

Garnet Pyrope stimulates the generalenergy distribution for this condition. Itstrengthens the triple warmer and, there-fore, in the long run, also provides for betterblood circulation in the feet and a constantsupply of heat to them.

Wear a necklace or a small pendant withbody contact or put a small tumbled stoneor a small crystal into the socks/stockings.Take gem essence (3-5 drops, 5 times daily).

Obsidian heats up chronic cold feet veryquickly.

Place a small tumbled crystal into thesock/stocking or a flat cabochon into theshoe.

If cold feet are the only problem, do nottake as a gem essence, as Obsidian has a far-reaching effect on other parts of the body.However, gem essence from both crystalscan be combined in an ointment (put 10drops of essence into 10g of ointment base),which is then rubbed into the affected spot.For the ointment base, use a mixture of onepart of beeswax and 4-5 parts of jojoba oil.This ointment will help even in minor casesof frostnip.

Concentration Problems

Problems with concentration are quitecommon and need no special treatment –

apart from rest and recreation, especially ifyou are tired, stressed or have not slept forseveral nights. So, do not even attempt toapply crystal therapy as a first option; rathersee to it that you get enough sleep andrecreation.

If concentration problems continue tooccur, even if you have had adequate sleepand free time or if the condition becomes apermanent one, crystal treatment can thenbe initiated.

Psychologically, concentration problemsare usually identified as being either con-centration impairment, which is innate, orlack of concentration, which is the conse-quence of an unprocessed flood of informa-tion. Crystal use is helpful in both cate-gories.

However, whilst it is important to haveconfidence in the effect of crystals, there isalso a need to eliminate the circumstancesor factors that lead to concentration prob-lems. Overall, the treatment should intro-duce a positive atmosphere that will im -prove concentration and so it is importantat the outset to be consistent and ensurecompletion of tasks or assignments, etc. Ifnot, any accumulation of loose ends leadsonce again to a lack of concentration,distraction or even confusion. The positivesteps might advisably include a radicalreduction in any such things as backgroundnoise, excessive TV viewing, alcohol intake,drugs use, strip lighting and any othernegative or distracting ambience.

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Recommended positive activities includespending time outside and being aware ofthe natural world – listening consciously tothe wind, water and sounds of animals –walking in the dark and being aware ofsilence. In addition meditation and exercisesuch as yoga or Tai Chi will assist, as willartistic occupations. Last but not least,ensure that you sleep for longer periodsthan was previously the norm.

All of the above, if these changes are car-ried out, without any severe achievement-orientated approach, they can then becomea natural part of ones life. The results maywell be surprising, with a sudden enhancedability to concentrate!

Chrysoberyl helps maintain concentra-tion in cases of stress, tension, tiredness ordifficult long-term circumstances. It helpswith both poor concentration and lack ofconcentration. In particular, it is valuablein helping children who have problems inschool as a result of achievement demands.Chrysoberyl assists in maintaining emo-tional and mental focus, whilst still beingable to develop new ideas, visions and opin-ions. In other words, it makes us more con-scious of our own thoughts and actions.

Diamond furthers a logical way ofthinking, perseverance and self-awareness.It helps avoid becoming distracted andspeeds up the rapid processing of receivedinformation and sensations. In this way, itaffords better control of inner feelings andmoods. Diamond improves concentration

from a position of inner strength, enablingspecific and required concentration on newtasks.

Fluorite helps to create order and toconcentrate the attention when there is dis-traction caused by any “loose ends” orunfinished matters. It enables concentra-tion to be focussed on the present matters inhand, avoiding the aforementioned distrac-tion that continue to occupy the mind –such as uncompleted homework, lessonassignments, overspill task brought homefrom work, etc., things not fully understoodat the time and anything skipped over dur-ing lessons, briefings, meetings and thelike. Fluorite helps one to identify all ofthese and is, as a result, useful and, there-fore, also a good crystal for all learning sit-uations (see also Learning Problems).

For all three crystals, wear as a necklace,or a pendant for a longer period of time. Asalternatively, take as a gem essence (3-5drops, twice daily) or gem water (taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Constipation

Constipation is the delayed emptying of theintestine and bowel, which is then oftenhampered by hard stools. As a purely tempo -rary condition, it can be caused by con -stipating food, changes in eating habits (forexample, during journeys) or a heavy lossof fluid.

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Continuous constipation, however, isoften caused by a lack of exercise, regularsuppression (or delay) of visits to the toiletand a diet that is too low in fibre. It also hasemotional causes – such as having appar-ently insoluble problems, difficulties inmaking decisions and involvement in wor-rying situations from which there seems noreal escape.

A lack of appetite and/or a feeling ofhaving over eaten often accompany consti-pation. This can become dangerous if theintestine is “sealed” and not emptied forany length of time.

If constipation coincides with palenessof complexion, colic, nausea, a distended orbloated stomach and a rapid deteriorationof general health, seek a doctor’s adviceimmediately.

Otherwise, constipation can normally betreated by drinking lots of fluids, or usingan enema or mild laxative as necessary.

However, as an overall remedy, cleansingthe large intestine is strongly recommend ed.This can be done through diet and colontherapy, adopting a fibre-rich diet and exer-cise on a regular basis (e. g. daily walks).

Whatever else, it is important to addressand solve any of the problems or conditionsdescribed above so as to ensure relief fromconstipation.

If necessary, this can be with the help ofa therapist if the causes are emotional orpsychological; with a doctor or alternativepractitioner, if clearly physical.

Furthermore, the following crystals mayalso help.

Calcite (Orange and Green) togetherwith Amber – for example, as a necklace ora pendant – aids intestinal function andhelps ease constipation.

Rutile Quartz can be applied if consti-pation and diarrhoea seem to be alternateconditions.

Pink Moss Agate helps with stubborn,chronic constipation – especially if the in -tes tine has already lost it normal actionbecause of overlong (several years) or heavydosages of laxatives. Here, Pink Moss Agatecan sometimes achieve what might seem likesmall miracles, because of its cleansing,lymph stimulating and detoxifying qualities.

Place a crystal in water for one day andthen drink this over the course of the follow-ing day. Also, a polished stone or crystal canalso be placed or fixed on the stomach, orworn as a necklace or pendant.

Black Tourmaline eases constipationthat occurs on journeys, in other changedpersonal circumstances or arising from eat-ing too much constipating food. It stimu-lates intestinal activity and quickly helpsrestore the overall status quo. In usingBlack Tourmaline, either on the body orcarried in a trouser pocket, always ensurethat the crystal is pointing downwards, onthe left side of the abdomen (where thelarge intestine travels downwards).

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abdomen, pointing clockwise and followingthe course of the large intestine (see Fig. 5).The crystals should point upwards on theright side of the abdomen, go to the left overthe abdomen and then point downwards onthe left side.

Less complicated, but also effective, isthe wearing of necklaces or pendants – andtaking gem essence (3-7 drops, 3 timesdaily), or gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Conjunctivitis

Red eyes, swollen eyes, increased secretion(sticky eyes), a burning and itching feeling,a sensation of having a foreign body lodgedin the eye and light sensitivity may all be

signs of conjunctivitis.This can be caused by reduced tear flow,

foreign bodies in the eye, vapour and gasses,ultraviolet radiation, allergic reactions andinfections. If conjunctivitis manifestsrepeatedly, there may be a connection witha heavy accumulation of toxins and wastematter in the tissues, a weak liver and angeror disappointment about things we cannot“bear” to look at. In order to relieve inflam-mation, one should drink lots of fluids (notcoffee) and eat food that is rich in vitamins.

See also: Eye ProblemsAgates that contain an eye signature,

particularly those with naturally redcolours, relieve all kinds of conjunctivitis.Place either small section/slices or tumbledstones on the closed eyelids.

Blue Chalcedony helps particularlywith reddish, burning eyes that secrete aninsufficient amount of fluid. As Chalcedonyalso stimulates the lymph flow and detoxifi-cation, necklaces or pendants of Blue LaceAgate worn for a longer period also helpsreduce a general tendency towards conjunc-tivitis.

Heliotrope is particularly helpful withconjunctivitis, where there is a heavy secre-tion, i. e. with sticky eyes and strong itching.Place a polished crystal or a flat section/slice directly on the closed eyelids.

Ocean Jasper helps with very stubbornconjunctivitis that is otherwise treatment-resistant. As it has a very strong detoxifyingeffect, strengthens the immune system and

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Fig. 5: Arrangement of Tourmaline crystals

or crystal rods when treating constipation.


stimulates the lymph flow, it also helpsreduce the tendency towards conjunctivitis.

Place a polished crystal or a flat sec-tion/slice on the eyes; or wear it around theneck in the form of a necklace or a pendant.

Emerald is particularly helpful withconjunctivitis that develops simultaneouslywith, or is caused by, infected airways.

Place small crystals or tumbled stoneson the eyes or place a tumbled stone in themouth. Alternatively, take either gemessence (5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily), or gemwater (100–300 ml taken in small sips dur-ing the course of the day). Emerald waterthat has been slightly warmed can also beused to bathe the affected area.

Contusions

A contusion is compressed or squashed tis-sue caused by a blunt impact, such as ablow or a fall. It can affect the skin, subcu-taneous tissue, muscles, periosteum orbones. Contusions are often connected tosevere tension pains and can cause subcuta-neous bleeding. (See also: Bruising)

Because it leads to a kind of “shock” ona cellular level, an awareness of whatcaused the actual contusion can in itselflead to a distinct improvement in the condi-tion.

For this purpose, go through the wholeevent once more – exactly as it happened,where it happened and as quickly a possible

after the incident (of course without hurt-ing oneself again!). If one has fallen down,take up the exact position once more.Sometimes it is necessary to repeat therespective movement sequence severaltimes, until the pain from the blow brieflyincreases and then decreases. This is themoment to stop. This process of raisingone’s consciousness focuses one’s attentionand one’s life energy on the affected spotand thus accelerates the healing process.

Afterwards the damaged spot can betreated with cold arnica poultices, internalhomeopathic arnica remedies or with thefollowing crystals,

Amethyst provides for the rapid relief ofany residual pain and helps dissipate anytension that may have arisen because of theblow. If it is applied immediately, majorswelling is prevented so that only minorbruising will result.

Prase helps when immediate treatmenthas not been possible. It relieves pain andreduces swelling. It also speeds up therenewal of affected tissue.

Rhodonite is especially useful to allevi-ate bruising more quickly. It has a pain-relieving effect and helps dissipate anyshock resulting from painful contusions.Another advantage is that it is just as effec-tive in both short and long treatment

For all three of the above, place a flattumbled stone or a section/slice on theaffected spot, securing it there with stickingplaster or inside a bandage. Alternatively, or

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in addition, take gem essence (if necessary,5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Coughs

A cough is simply a sudden, albeit some-what noisy, expulsion of air. In most causes,we cough in order to free the throat ofmucus, foreign bodies or other sources ofirritation. A cough can be triggered byinflammations of the throat, the larynx orthe bronchi, as well as by irritating gasses,smoke, dust or ingesting food into the air-ways (“going down the wrong way”). How-ever, a cough can sometimes have an emo-tional cause, such as nervousness andtension. (See also: Colds; Bronchitis; Flu)

As long as a cough is cleansing the air-ways by loosening mucus, it should not besuppressed. Rather, it is the underlying ill-ness or irritation that should be treated andthis alone will often make the cough disap-pear. However, if coughing is so heavy orcontinuous that it becomes disproportion-ately annoying – for example, when pre-venting or interrupting normal sleep – itshould be relieved in some way. Classichousehold and folk-based remedies, such asonion poultices, can actually be quite effec-tive, as can the following crystals.

Aquamarine relieves coughs causedmainly by allergies, colds, nervousness and

stress. In particular, it is helpful when thereseems to be no involuntary cough-provok-ing irritation, but coughing continues as aneed for clearing the airways.

Chalcedony and Noble Opal providerapid relief from all kinds of coughs,including the so-called “smoker’s cough”or a cough resulting from some emotionalcause. Both crystals encourage expectora-tion, especially when this otherwise provesdifficult, and they relax the throat andchest.

Fluorite helps particularly with dry, irri-table coughs, whether they are caused byexternal irritants (gasses, dust, smoke) or inconnection with a cold.

Moss Agate and Ocean Jasper help firstand foremost to relieve continuous cough-ing attacks. They help both with smoker’scough and with colds, especially when thelatter seems to linger or when the healingprocess is extremely slow.

Rutile Quartz relieves coughs connectedwith bronchitis. It also helps to relieve tight-ness in the chest and alleviates breathingdifficulties, relaxing the bronchia and thechest.

For all the above, place a polished crys-tal or section on the chest and also wear as anecklace or a pendant on the throat orchest. Take gem essence if required (5-7drops, every hour) or gem water (200–300ml taken in small sips over the course of theday).

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Cramp

Cramp, especially in the calf muscles, canbe very painful, but it usually occurs only inone leg at any time. It may result from asudden lack of magnesium (caused by, forexample, night-time urination or duringpregnancy). More rarely, it is caused by alack of calcium and potassium, by anexcess of acid in the body; by a large andsudden fluid loss (e. g. diarrhoea), shockand resulting upsets in circulation (forexample swimming in cold water).

Recommended therapies include hotbaths, massage (for blood circulation andthe metabolism) and use of magnesium-based crystals.

Magnesite and Serpentine, as crystalsrich in magnesium, seem to achieve thebest results. They can be placed against thecalf for relief or worn in the form ofbracelets, necklaces, or pendants with directbody contact, in order to increase the mag-nesium metabolism. In addition, they helpnot only in cases of cramp, but also have ageneral alleviating effect, supporting thebody’s metabolism and, to a minor degree,blood circulation.

Cuts

Small cuts can heal within a couple of min-utes using healing crystals.

Rhodonite or Mookaite as tumbled

stones or in the form of a section/slice,moistened with one’s own saliva if neces-sary, are pressed, directly onto the point ofbleeding. In fact, clean, minor cuts some-times heal so quickly that a plaster will notbe needed.

In cases of larger cuts, one should applythe necessary first aid and make a bandage.After that, it is recommended to repeat theaccident using the same cutting instrumentbut without the actual contact. In so doing,the “cell shock” caused by the injury is dis-sipated. This has all to be carried outexactly as it took place, where it took placeand as quickly as possible after the incident.Whilst no further injury must be caused (forexample, lightly holding the offendingknife close to, but not touching, the cut) itmight still be necessary to repeat the exer-cise a couple of times – until the pain sud-denly increases, after which it decreases.This is the point to stop.

The exercise is one of con scious ness-raising and which directs our attention and,consequently, our life energy, towards theaffected spot to further the healing process.

Obsidian can also help if the above isnot possible. Hold a tumbled piece of Obsid-ian in the hand or place it close to the cut,in order to dissipate the “cell shock”. Afterthis, place a tumbled stone or a slice ofRhodonite or Mookaite on the injured spot.One can also take gem essence (5-9 drops)or gem water (100–200 ml taken in smallsips over the course of the day); or carry a

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necklace or a pendant of Rhodonite orMookaite.

Cysts

Cysts are cavities in the tissue, comprisingone or more chambers and containingfluid. They can occur in many organs,including the kidneys, liver, lungs, glands,mucous sacs, ovaries, etc. In very manycases, they remain harmless and so requireno therapy, unless they are caused by dis-eases (e. g. parasitic attack)

However, a cyst can sometimes be detri-mental to the normal functioning of aneighbouring organ, through direct pres-sure or partial displacement. In these cases,the cyst should be examined by a doctor;and if it proves impossible to shrink in anyother way, it will have to be removed surgi-cally.

See also: GangliaMany people live with cysts for a long

time without even noticing them. They areoften discovered by accident and should notcause either worries or fear. Most cysts arebenign and can appear and then disappearagain.

Problems with the supply of tissue nutri-ents or the removal of waste seem to favourthe formation of cysts. Thus, detoxificationand regulation of the metabolism also playan important part in shrinking a cyst (seeDetoxification). Further, benign cysts are

not aggressive, unlike cancerous tumours.Holistic therapy recognises a connection

between cysts and so-called “encapsulated”pain from former injuries that cannot beresolved emotionally or psychologically andso manifest themselves physically. In thiscase, the answer is that if the correspondingproblems are resolved in some way (evenby therapy), then the related cysts will alsodisappear.

Agates with a relevant internal signa-ture (e. g. Water Agate) have a positive effectupon many cysts.

Ocean Jasper is equally effective, as ithas a structure similar to the cavities incells or tissues.

As chalcedonies, they both further thesupply of the tissue with nutrients and oxy-gen and the removal of waste and othermetabolic products. This speeds up andeases the shrinking of cysts. Ocean Jasper isespecially valuable as it also supports theresolution of emotional conflicts andstrengthens against potential diseases.

Place slices/sections or flat polishedcrystals of the above as close as possible tothe location of the cysts, fixing them inplace with sticking plaster if necessary. As asupplementary application, wear the crystalas a bracelet, necklace, pendant, or a gemcrystal, on the body; or create a circle ofcrystals around the bed (this is more effec-tive for Ocean Jasper).

If necessary, also take gem essence(5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily), or gem water

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(200–300 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day).

Dandruff

Dandruff is caused by metabolic and excre-tory disturbances and consists of the flakesor platelet-like skin cells that are easilyloosened or cast off. It usually occurs as aresult of dry skin, particularly on the head,but can also occur in connection with skindiseases with a defective keratin formation(psoriasis, seborrhoea, etc). Because of itsunderlying causes, colonic therapy anddetoxification (see Detoxification) are mea-sures that can really help on a fundamentallevel.

Further relief in cases of dandruff for-mation on the scalp can be obtained withthe help of the following crystals:

Aventurine detoxifies and regulates theskin’s supply of nutrients and the removalof waste substances. It thus has a direct linkto the skin (see also Sunburn) and dan-druff; especially the form containing silver-coloured Fuchsite mica inclusions that pro-vide a clear signature corresponding todandruff.

Wear it as a necklace or a pendant, itis also possible to rinse the hair withgem water. Alternatively, take gem essence(5-7 drops, 3 times daily), or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Amethyst helps in the form of Hildegardvon Bingen’s Amethyst Water (see page 25)to relieve dandruff formation. After a gentlehair wash, rinse thoroughly and let the hairdry naturally, preferably in the open air.

Antimonite is also helpful in preventingheavy dandruff formation. Place Antimoniteinto some clean water for a day and thenadd sulphur essence at 20 drops per litre ofwater. Apply this as a hair rinse at least oncea day.

Defective Vision; see Ametropia; Eye problems; Eye Strain

Depression

Being depressed means feeling downheartedor dejected. These definitions are veryimportant in realistically understanding theterm “depression”, as there can be no expe-rience of depression without dejection, oreven feelings of repression and suppression.Accepted medical science distinguishesbetween endogenous (inner, and possiblyunrecognisable, genetic causes), andacquired causes (physical diseases, personalloss, conflicts, crises, failures, or humilia-tions). However, it can be argued that med-ical science overlooks the fact that there is a“dejection factor” at the beginning of, orbefore, every case of depression. Such a statecan arise from many circumstances, but the

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most common tend to be as follows:• other people – parents, teachers, work

superiors, partners, etc.• general social, family and personal situ-

ations – loss of job, problems with per-sonal relationships, separation, loss etc.

• other life circumstances and health –diseases, disabilities, obstacles, etc.

• lifestyle and personal attitudes – toonarrow minded a philosophy, antipa-thetic moral attitudes, seemingly life-threatening stances, etc.This “dejection factor” is often ignored,

as depression does not normally developspontaneously, rather it emerges gradually.Thus, the original cause may often lie far inone’s past. Sometimes, depression can betriggered or activated again when experi-encing a situation or meeting a person sim-ilar to those in the original, causal situa-tion. This leads to the totally wrongconclusion that a feeling of depression hasdeveloped without a recognizable cause.When this happens to us, the worst thingabout is that such a diagnosis aggravatesthe affected person’s feelings of hopelessnessand impotence. Further, in today’s profes-sional, so-called, “therapy treatment” withits tranquillising psychoactive drugs, every-thing is intensified once more. This canindeed be a truly vicious circle!

Real help can only be given for depres-sion by discovering the dejection factor andfinding an appropriate solution – either bylearning to live with it, or by liberating one-

self from it. During this process, some out-side therapeutic help is usually necessary, asthe depression itself impairs our ability tothink clearly and to solve our own prob-lems. However, any depression can be curedusing therapy without the involvement ofany psychoactive drugs, given the thera-pist’s knowledge of depression. There isalways the proviso, of course, that one dis-plays the necessary openness needed inorder to throw light on all aspects of one’slife. Then, together with the skill of the ther-apist, the dejection factors can be identified.

Crystals can be of help precisely at thisjuncture, as they encourage openness, theability to think, create the right mood, theability to confront unpleasant things, andthe willingness to work on oneself. Ratherlike taking a walk in sunlight, or using St.John’s Wort preparations (but please noticethat St. John’s Wort makes the skin hyper-sensitive to sunlight!), the following crystalsdo not replace the essential therapy neededfor depression, but make it easier to gothrough the process.

Amazonite helps with severe despon-dency and feelings of impotence, especiallyif one feels a victim of some overwhelmingfate. It encourages a healthy belief in lifeand stimulates the concept of taking one’sfate in one’s own hands.

Citrine helps against depression causedby overwhelming outside influences andwhenever there are feelings of having hadenough of everything.

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Dumortierite makes it easier to copewith depressive situations. It is especiallyimportant, however, for helping one to talkabout the feelings of depression and itscauses. This makes it one of the mostimportant crystals to accompany any formof therapy.

Opal brings joie-de-vivre in hopelesscircumstances – and, in particular, whenany kind of physical or mental activityseems incredibly difficult, totally meaning-less and joyless. It brings hope and moti-vates us to take care of oneself and one’slife.

Rutile Quartz helps one to be open toany helpful influences from outside duringa depression. It lifts the spirits and makes usready to talk and admit fear and weaknesses– things that are usually kept strictly underwraps. Quite simply, Rutile Quartz is a“sunbeam” in the midst of deepest hope-lessness.

Golden Topaz helps with all depression,no matter what the cause. It strengthensself-confidence and the ability to expressoneself. It also enables you to regain controlof those parts of life that you might believeare lost. It helps with living one’s own lifeand sticking to one’s own ideas, wishes andideals.

Wear the above crystals on the body forlong periods, in particular on the solarplexus. Necklaces, pendants, tumbledstones with a hole bored through them, andornamental crystals are all suitable.

Gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily)or gem water (200–300 ml) taken in sipsduring the course of the day.

See also: Melancholia

Dermatitis

Dermatitis – more correctly called neuroer-matitis – is a chronic inflammatory skindisease with eczema-like lesions. The con-dition often starts on the cheeks, and thenspreads over the elbow joints, the hollows inthe backs of the knees, the buttocks, neckand face and – finally – to the whole body.

Because perspiration and the normaloperation of the sebaceous glands areimpaired, the skin becomes very dry andirritated, producing skin flakes and dan-druff. Painful itching attacks are experi-enced (especially during the night). Der-matitis is often connected with otherallergic problems and the best cures areusually obtained when the condition istreated consistently as an allergic reaction(see also Allergies; Hay Fever; BronchialAsthma).

In all cases it is important to try and findout what might be causing any stress,whether this stress results from actual sub-stances, radiation effects, food allergies – ora combination of these problems. In addi-tion, try to reduce any overall emotionalpressures, conflicts and fears – if necessary,with the help of a therapist.

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In cases involving children, any seem-ing “loss of security” is also a very impor-tant factor. It may even have its originsbefore birth, at a time when the mothermay have had worries during pregnancy, forexample if going through a divorce, fearsfor the future, and so forth. In order toensure feelings of security in infancy, eventraditional medical science advises breast-feeding for as long as possible, if one’s childhas dermatitis.

Detoxification regimes, such as colontherapy, and healthy, toxin-free nutritionare other important measures to take inorder to avoid stress and the conditions thatcan be a cause of dermatitis. Regular breaksfrom oppressive urban environments – inthe country, mountains or at the seaside –can also have a healing effect.

Dermatitis should only be self-treated inassociation with an alternative practitioneras I consider traditional medical science isunable to offer any treatment other thancortisone or antihistamines. I have seenindividually targeted homeopathic andalternative therapies show good results,especially when regular energy clearingprocedures, and technological checks of themedication combinations were involved. Itis only within this sort of regimen that heal-ing crystals should be used.

Amethyst is especially helpful to dealwith itching. This is very important in casesof dermatitis, as areas that have beenscratched raw often are exposed to second -

ary infections (staphylococci and similar).Amethyst also contributes to the cleansingand healing of the skin Hildegard von Bin-gen’s Amethyst water (see page 25) is espe-cially effective (see Skin Care).

Aquamarine is useful in dealing withdermatitis, particularly in association withhay fever, asthma or other kinds of allergies– and when the symptoms are aggravatedby increased lifestyle demands and overallstress. Emotionally it helps deal with thesestresses and encourages a lightening of atti-tude and relaxation.

Chrysoprase is the most effective crystalin cases of dermatitis, as it detoxifies thesystem very effectively. This is especiallyimportant if a large amount of cortisonehas already been prescribed and applied.Additionally, Chrysoprase helps identify thepotential emotional causes of disease, suchas grief, jealousy or feelings of a loss ofsecurity. In so doing, it helps to resolveinternal conflicts or crises with one’s sur-roundings.

Emerald assists as a remedy for der-matitis. As a mineral in structure akin toAquamarine, it can also be applied for treat-ing many allergies; and, like Chrysoprase, itfurthers detoxification. However, Emerald isparticularly effective in the cleansing of theintestine – this is often very important withcases of dermatitis.

Emotionally, Emerald helps with a lossof bearings; also with perplexity, confusionand despair. It brings the new hope and the

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strength that is needed in order to endurewhat seems to be unbearable.

Ocean Jasper with a predominantlygreen signature helps with dermatitis. Italso contributes to cleansing the body, har-monising the immune system and to clari-fying conflicts. Beside that, it brings newhope and the will to be cured in connectionwith very stubborn and continuous diseases.Ocean Jasper prevents further infections e. g.herpes viruses, to which one is particularlysensitive in cases of dermatitis.

Wear a bracelet, a necklace or a pendantof any of the above. Also, take as a supple-ment or as an alternative, as gem essence(3-9 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml) taken in small sips over thecourse of the day for a longer period.

Detoxification

Detoxification has nowadays come to beregarded as one of the most important fac-tors in the cure of many diseases, particu-larly as we are subjected more and more todenatured food, toxic substances, radiationand stress to a much higher degree than inprevious times. Overeating, particularlywith a high content of animal protein (inparticular cows’ milk; see below) also leadsto similar “pollution”.

This harmful bombardment forces ourbodies to work extra hard in order to stayhealthy. Further, it tends to transform sys-

tematically our connective tissues, in partic-ular, into a regular “waste disposal site”.This occurs because all the substances thatour bodies cannot adequately transform orexcrete will be deposited temporarily withinour connective tissues. In principle, this is asensible and useful process, as such sub-stances actually only remain there untilthey are released later – so that during arest and recuperation phase they are thenexcreted.

Too much stress, a general lack of recre-ation and too little sleep, all combine toprevent many of us living in the westernisedindustrial nations from obtaining thesebeneficial rest periods. In this way, the tis-sues become a kind of “memory store” ofthe absent metabolic processes, and thebody reacts with evermore sensitively to itsincreasing pollution by substances that arealready present to excess in the tissues. Theresult can be hypersensitivity, acidification,allergies, a tendency to infections, meta-bolic and blood circulation problems, anddiseases of the heart and circulation. Manyof these phenomena are the desperateattempts by the body to defend itself, todigest and to excrete.

Alternative practitioners are noticing adistinct decrease in the number of “nor-mal” illness such as common colds with astrong immune reaction (fever, cough,mucous secretion etc). Instead, there seemsto be a distinct increase in the number of“creeping” and chronic illnesses, such as

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stuffy noses and blocked sinuses that last forweeks and continuous irritating coughs. Inaddition, whilst there may now be a lack ofany accompanying fever, the condition anda general feeling of weakness are lasting forweeks. As an alternative practitioner onceput it, all this is due to the fact that, “we areoverloaded with toxins right up to the eye-balls”.

So, detoxification is an extremelyimportant term and will often be mentionedin these pages as being central to healing.There are many ways of detoxifying the tis-sues, of which the following have been triedout successfully:• annual cures using spring herbs• regular curative fasting• diet, especially reduction of animal pro-

teins• salt baths (e. g. with natural, high-qual-

ity, unprocessed salt)• sauna treatment• intestinal cleansing• drinking plenty of good quality water• wholesome nutrition based on organic

foodIn particular, one ought to give up, or at

least avoid, cow’s milk. Nowadays, cow’smilk lacks the normal enzymes and tends,for example to contain numerous antibi-otics. This milk is only partially digested byour digestive system, which leads to deposi-tion of the bovine drugs within the humanbody.

Furthermore, it is a good idea to exercise

restraint with any use of painkillers, sleep-ing pills, powerful medicines, alcohol,tobacco, drugs, coffee and sweets.

Finally, the mental aspects of detoxifica-tion also need to be addressed, i. e. process-ing and releasing of incidents and situa-tions that “poison” our lives: problems,conflicts, anger, loss, grief, guilt, bad con-science etc., for which therapeutic help maybe required.

Having agreed on all the methods fordetoxification of the body with a doctor oran alternative practitioner, when poisonoustoxic substances and “waste’ are releasedfrom the tissues, the body must be in a posi-tion to excrete them! Otherwise, theincreased “pollution” will actually leadstraight to some form of illness. The dietshould be adapted to the individual circum-stances. The latest dietary craze or trendydiet in the latest magazine will rarely fulfilthis purpose.

Crystals are able to support the processesof detoxification in two ways: firstly, theysupport the purification of the tissues ofwastes and toxins; and secondly, becausethey encourage the excretion of these sub-stances respectively through the liver andthe kidneys, the intestine and the skin.Chrysoprase and Green Tourmaline areideal in this context, as they are supportiveon both fronts.

Chrysoprase is the optimal crystal fordetoxification. As a nickel-containing min-eral, it helps purify the tissues of polluting

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substances and (as a Green Chalcedony)excretes these via the lymph system, liverand kidneys. Mentally, it also liberates usfrom strain, grief, worries, etc.

Blue Chalcedony improves the elimi-nation of toxic substances and waste via thelymph system and their excretion throughthe kidneys. It should be the crystal ofchoice in cases of acute illness, during theperiod when further polluting substancesare not to be released from the tissues.Moreover, Blue Chalcedony is always a sen-sible choice when the level of excretionthrough the skin (foul smelling sweat) andthe intestine (diarrhoea) is too high. As anancient Chinese saying puts it:What the kidneys do not excrete,

is excreted by the intestine.What the intestine does not excrete,

is excreted by the skin.What the skin does not excrete will kill us.Emotionally, Blue Chalcedony is helpful forstress, depressing conflicts and grief. Itoffers lightness and confidence and enablessome freedom of discussion about any suchworries.

Ocean Jasper is a type of Chalcedonythat improves the discharge of waste andtoxic substances whilst, at the same time,furthering a gentle, continuous detoxifica-tion of the tissues. Therefore, it can beapplied optimally both for acute diseasesand prophylactic cleansing diets. Crystalsthat are predominantly green in colour arethe most suitable.

Peridot on the other hand, stimulatesfirst and foremost the purification of the tis-sues, eliminating waste and toxic sub-stances and their processing through theliver. Peridot has a very strong effect and sosometimes causes violent physical reactionsand emotional outpourings of any accumu-lated annoyances and deep-rooted frustra-tions. Consequently, it should only beapplied by the physically and mentallystable who want to detoxify thoroughly.

Green Tourmaline helps principallywith degenerative processes in the tissues,the nerves or the joints that are caused bythe deposition of waste products. This crys-tal also furthers both purification and theexcretion of these substances. Emotionally,Green Tourmaline encourages patience, anopen mind, honesty and sincerity.

Wear as a bracelet, a necklace, a polishedcrystal with a hole, or a pendant for longperiods and place or fix a crystal (tourma-line), a polished stone or a segment on theliver in the evening. It is also possible totake gem essence (3-7 drops, 3 times daily),or gem water (100–300 ml taken in sipsduring the course of the day; with Chryso-prase, however, only 20–100 ml).

Diabetes

There are two basic types of the conditionreferred to under the general term of “dia-betes”.

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Type 1 diabetes is the form that is nor-mally understood by “diabetes” (medically,it is called diabetes mellitus, form the Latin“honey-sweet flow”), is an intrinsic condi-tion characterised by high blood sugar lev-els and sugar in the urine. Diabetes mellitusmanifests mostly (but not always – see age-related diabetes below) as a result of a lackof insulin, a hormone produced in the pan-creas (in the Islets of Langerhans). Insulinis responsible for the cells absorption ofsugar as glucose and the formation of thestarch-like substance glycogen from theexcess sugar. This is normally then stored inthe liver and the muscles. However, if thereis a lack of insulin in the body, sugar levelsin the blood rise, until the kidneys no longerretain the sugar and excrete it in the urine.This leads to increased loss of fluid andminerals.

The lack of absorption of sugar into thecells and the subsequent loss of fluids andsalts cause a weakening of the blood circu-lation and the muscles, accompanied by ageneral decrease in energy levels. Initially,typical symptoms are increased thirst, dry-ness of the skin and the mucous mem-branes, frequent urination (including dur-ing the night), tiredness and loss of weight– and all this in spite of hunger, and anincreased consumption of food. At a laterstage, there may be itching, skin com-plaints, lack of appetite, slower healing ofwounds, eyesight trouble and sexual prob-lems. If the disease is not treated, or when

there is a sudden onset, metabolic problemssuch as nausea, stomach ache, increasedrespiration, dizziness, and mental disorien-tation right through to unconsciousness(diabetic coma), and collapse of the heartand the blood circulation may also occur.

A slower course of the disease is morecommon, however, and with inadequatetreatment this may result in gradual dam-age that become apparent later on. Alongwith this, changes in the composition of theblood and its degree of viscosity cause highblood pressure and diseases of the blood ves-sels (e. g. arteriosclerosis), which, in turn,lead to other symptoms.

Type 2 diabetes, or “late onset” (age-related) diabetes, has to be considered sepa-rately. In this type of diabetes, both the levelof insulin and blood sugar levels are high.High levels of blood sugar are not caused bya lack of insulin, but by the defectiveabsorption of sugar/glucose by the bodycells. Causes of this type of diabetes mayinclude a clogging of the tissues, this iscaused by (among other things) the con-sumption of too much animal protein.This, in turn, may cause problems withinthe blood vessels and with the supply ofnutrients to the cells. The latter need con-stant supplies of nutrients – hence the highlevel of insulin – but do not receive theready store of sugars. Quite simply, thisoccurs because “access is blocked”. Type 2diabetes can, therefore, actually be curedcompletely with a healthy diet that is devoid

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of animal protein, accompanied by thor-ough detoxification (see Detoxification).

Nevertheless, all kinds of diabetes shouldalways be treated under professional andqualified medical guidance. The right bal-ance of therapeutic measures is absolutelyessential and, if necessary, a supply ofinsulin and a special diet. Crystals that areable to stimulate or further the productionand effects of insulin – and, if necessary,detoxify and cleanse the tissues, or relievethe above-mentioned symptoms and sideeffects – can be applied as a supplement.

In order to access the psychologicalbackground of the disease, one should bearin mind that diseases of the pancreas aresometimes caused by a feeling of not beingable to understand certain things, i. e. ex -periences and life situations, in particularpersonal loss. This unfulfilled wish to under -stand often creates mistrust and bitterness,i. e. one loses “the sweetness of life” (thesugar). Of course, this is not always thecase, but in many instances, an examina-tion of such circumstances has lead tounexpected improvement in many suffers.

Amber helps with diabetes, especiallywhen excess weight or obesity and continu-ous frustration with oneself are connectedwith the disease, or are evident at the sametime. Amber furthers a feeling of freedomfrom care and enhances a move to having ahappy attitude overall.

Chalcedony stimulates the productionof insulin in the early stages of diabetes and

the cleansing of the tissues in Type 2 dia-betes. Furthermore, it helps relieve many ofthe accompanying symptoms, such as dis-turbances in the balance of body fluids, skincomplaints and the mucous membranes,high blood pressure and impaired vision. Italso helps us understand and solve the con-flicts that have caused the disease. Blue andPink Chalcedony are best suited for this.

Citrine stimulates the production ofinsulin, thereby helping with all symptomsand effects of the disease. Citrine improvesan existing sense of well being and helps“sweeten” one’s life.

Ocean Jasper stimulates the productionof insulin, the cleansing and regenerationof the tissues and regulates the balance offluids. It can, therefore, be applied for bothtypes of diabetes. Furthermore, it stimulatesthe recognition and solution of conflictsthat are causing the condition.

Place or tape each of the crystals men-tioned above on the pancreas, regularly andover a long period. Apply raw or tumbledstones and flat sections or segments.

If necessary, take gem essence (3-5 drops,3 times daily) or gem water (100–300 ml)taken in sips during the course of the day.

Diarrhoea

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re-absorption or over-secretion of fluids intothe colon. It can have many causes. Distur-bances within the self-cleansing mecha-nisms of the intestine, infections, inflam-mations, problems with the digestion of orallergies to certain foods, toxification, ahyper-active thyroid gland and variouskinds of digestive disturbances are onlysome of the possible physical causes. More-over, there may also be nervous complaints,feelings of guilt, fear, excitement, or emo-tional and mental confusion. Diarrhoeathat lasts for longer periods should nottherefore be ignored, but be investigated bya doctor or an alternative practitioner,before further complications can occurcaused by a continuous lack of fluid andsalts (electrolytes) in the system.

In order to prevent matters from goingthis far, diarrhoea can be relieved by eatingbananas, blueberries or grated, raw apples(use a shredder made of glass). Heilerde (afine healing clay rich in minerals thatsoothes stomach problems), charcoal tablets,plenty of liquid and replacement of the lostelectrolytes (e. g. by taking high quality saltand proprietary remedies will also help sta-bilise the intestine again. The crystals men-tioned below also have a relieving effect. Inorder to ensure a complete cure, however,the physical or emotional causes must alsobe identified and treated.

Amethyst furthers water re-absorptionin the colon and is therefore particularlyhelpful in less severe cases of chronic diar-

rhoea. It is also very helpful when grief andconfusion accompany the diarrhoea.

Wear a necklace or a pendant for longerperiods or regularly place a crystal or a pol-ished crystal on the stomach every morn-ing. It is also recommended to takeAmethyst as gem essence (2-5 drops, 3 timesdaily) and as Hildegard von Bingen’sAmethyst Water (see page 25), but no morethan one liqueur glass daily.

Dumortierite helps with diarrhoea thatis caused by problems with certain foods,minor cases of toxification, or problemsthat accompany fear or continuous emo-tional discomfort. Use in the same way asAmethyst.

Jet relieves all forms of diarrhoea.In acute cases, place a crystal on the

stomach and one in the mouth at the sametime. However, for continuous treatment,wear a necklace or a pendant while alsotaking gem essence (3-7 drops, 3-5 timesdaily).

Serpentine helps when diarrhoea andconstipation alternate, or when there aredigestive problems with cramp-like pains.

Place a polished stone on the stomachwhen necessary; or wear a necklace or apendant for longer periods. Alternately, takegem essence (3-7 drops daily).

Ear Problemssee Middle Ear Infections; Hearing Problems

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Energy Losssee Tiredness

Eye Problems

There are many kinds of eye problems aswell as actual diseases These range in formfrom innate sight defects (short and longsightedness, weak sightedness, nystagmus,squinting) through acquired problems (ageconditioned long sightedness, tired eyes,increasing ametropia, blurred eyes and oth-ers), to diseases or the result of diseases(inflammation, glaucoma, cataract,detachment of the retina etc.). Despite of allthe different backgrounds and connectionsbetween our sight organs, nerve system,blood circulation, fluid balance and mus-culature, the same crystals can be used timeand again in order to treat nearly all casesof eye problems.

See also: Ametropia; Cataracts; Conjunc-tivitis; Eye Strain; Nystagmus; Sight Prob-lems; Squinting

In principle, appropriate home andworkplace lighting is very important, espe-cially if you suffer from an eye disease thatis becoming progressively worse. It is betterto use flicker-free “daylight” lamps (i. e.with a full light spectrum and not strip orfluorescent lighting), to take plenty of liq-uid (preferably non-carbonated, acid-free,good quality water), adopt a diet rich in vit-amins and minerals (particularly vitamin

A, selenium, and high quality salt), boostyour liver function (see Liver Health) andensure that you get sufficient sleep. All thesefactors will always be beneficial in effect.However, if you simply cannot avoid work-ing for long periods in front of a computerscreen, or in artificial light, it is importantto take regularly outdoor walks in order totry and restore some overall balance tointense working conditions.

Of course, emotionally and psychologi-cally, many eye diseases are often connectedto the fact that we can neither see, nor wantto see, certain things; or are trying to avoida certain point of view, etc. Nevertheless, it israre to obtain any resolution to this state ofaffairs and so fretting away over what youdo not want to see is pointless. After all, if weknew what the problem was, no doubt wewould see! Instead, far more effective is tomake a general effort to gain new perspec-tives and points of view. Try to adopt abroadened horizon, with more toleranceand understanding, in order to try and gaina new sense of spiritual freedom. In thisway, a new and different point of view mayalso have a positive influence on your eyesand vision.

Of course, with many eye and sightproblems, there is a complexity of interact-ing causes, i. e. genetic or inherited factors,lifestyle, diet and nutrition, eye-strain,stress, ailments such as allergies, emotionalupsets, and so on. Usually, there is also aclose connection with the state of the liver

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and the eyes (see Detoxification; LiverHealth).

As a general rule, the most effective solu-tion is one in which all possibilities are con-sidered – ideally with an experienced con-sultant, therapist, doctor or alternative

practitioner – treatment is then applied thatis appropriate to the individual case.

If this is done and combined with cer-tain exercises, you can obtain improve-ments even with seemingly innate eye prob-lems (and even with those that often are

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(a) both sides, 3-4 times, repeating

(b) both sides with several variations and repetitions

(c) both sides, 1-3 times, repeat alternating

Fig. 6: Treating eye problems with Amethyst.


regarded as incurable). Extensive literatureis available on such eye exercises and aboutcentres with courses for improving the sight.However, crystal therapy can also have asupportive and complementary effect, help-ing to, relieve problems and stabilise thecondition once an improvement has beenachieved.

Agate, especially when containinginclusions of an eye signature, is always thefirst choice of crystal for organic eye prob-lems. For dry, burning eyes, Agate of a blue-grey natural colour is best; with inflamma-tion in the tissue or in the inner eye, use thepink natural form, (if possible, a crystalthat includes a signature resembling thechoroid, the area of small blood vessels atthe rear of the eye); and for retinal diseases,a detached retina or changes in the refrac-tion of the lens and cornea, use Agate with aRock Crystal centre. Tumbled stones or sec-tion/slices should be placed on the eyes reg-ularly for a quarter of an hour (at night forthe best effect).

Amethyst relieves many eye diseases thatare connected with eyestrain or nervousproblems, such as tired eyes, nystagmus,ametropia, reduced sight, squinting, etc.

First, relax the whole head withAmethyst in the form of a piece of a drusethe size of a hand. Use it to stroke the headas if using a brush, but without touchingthe head. Move the crystal with even strokesfrom the forehead, over the head and upperrear of the neck downwards (see Fig. 6).

Four or five parallel strokes like this areneeded from the line of the parting to theear; then three or four times on both sides.After that, massage the area around the eyesgently with a light, polished Amethyst,applying circular movements. Finally,stroke the area around the eyes, movingoutwards in a radial movement, touchingthe skin very gently with the crystal.

This procedure can also be carried outprior to placing other crystals on the eyes aspart of a further treatment (e. g. Rock Crys-tal, Aquamarine, Emerald or Sardonyx).

Polished Amethyst can also be placedon eyes that are pressure-sensitive, watery,or where the sight is blurred. A compressmoistened in Hildegard von Bingen’s Ame -thyst Water (see page 25) may also helpwhen placed on the eyes.

Aquamarine belongs to the Beryl groupof minerals, which are among the mostimportant crystals for healing eye problems.They relax the area around the eyes andimprove muscle tone. In addition, all formsof Beryl have a positive influence upon thenerves; Aquamarine itself is applied particu-larly in treating nystagmus, ametropia,squinting and weak sightedness and whenother eye conditions have deteriorated afterstrenuous work. It is also among the mostimportant crystals for eye diseases caused byallergies. Spiritually and emotionally,Aquamarine also aids in the broadening ofones horizons.

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stone on the eyelids; or wear as a necklaceor pendant. Alternatively, take either gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips dur-ing the course of the day), or gem essence(5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily). It is often helpsto rinse the eyes with Aquamarine water.

Rock Crystal has been used for cen-turies in cases of cataracts and other dis-eases that blur the vision. In addition, RockCrystal can have an improving effect onshort and long sightedness and squinting.

Place a small crystal or a tumbled stonedirectly on the closed eyelids. The brightlyshining “Herkimer Diamonds” are particu-larly suitable forms to use. Treatment withRock Crystal seems to be especially effectiveif complimented by the Amethyst treatmentdescribed above.

Blue Chalcedony helps with reddened,burning eyes and also with conjunctivitis.As Chalcedony stimulates lymph flow anddetoxification of the tissues, it is oftenapplied in cases of glaucoma, blurred visionand infections of the retina and thechoroids.

Crystals can be placed upon the eyelidsor worn as a necklace or pendant of BlueLace Agate. Also, try taking as gem essence(5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily), or gem water(200–300 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day).

Chrysoprase, as a Chalcedony that isrich in nickel, has a similar effect to BlueChalcedony. However, it also helps withrapid detoxification, which often has a posi-

tive effect on eye diseases. Unlike manyother detoxifying crystals, it is often best toplace it directly over the liver, as the latterhas its own inner energy connection to theeyes.

Diamond reduces the deposition of tox-ins in the eye. It is most effective if taken asgem essence (3-7 drops, 3-5 times daily), orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsduring the course of the day).

Diamond also has a direct effect on theoptic nerve and the sight centre of the brain.This makes it an important crystal in casesof weakened vision, cataracts, clouding ofthe vitreous humor in the eye itself. It canbe placed directly on the closed eyes, orbetween the eyebrows (on the so-called“third eye”), as a supplement to taking asgem water or essence.

Dioptase is applied in anthroposophicmedicine and as eye drops for eye pain,burning and reddened sore eyes.

Place a crystal or a crystal cluster on theclosed eyelids. Alternatively, take gemessence (3-5 drops, 3 times daily). Besidethat, Dioptase has a positive effect on theliver and can be placed directly on the liverin cases of weak sightedness.

Emerald, like Aquamarine, belongs tothe Beryl family of minerals. It is one of themost important crystals for treatingametropia, squinting and tired eyes. Itrelaxes the area around the eyes, stimulatesthe nerve function and has a positive influ-ence on the eye musculature. In addition,

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Emerald helps alleviates instances of poi-soning or toxins, improves the metabolism,fights infections and reduces inflammation(e. g. associated with glaucoma, blurredvision, cataracts, wakened sight, etc.). It isparticularly effective with eye diseases thatare caused by inflammation of the airways.

Spiritually, Emerald has a “broadening”effect on any existing narrow point of viewor limited horizons.

Place small crystals or tumbled stonesdirectly on the eyelids and the liver (prefer-ably at the same time). In addition, wear asa necklace or a pendant. Finally, also takeas gem water (200–300 ml taken in smallsips during the course of the day), or gemessence (5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily).

Emerald water is good for eye rinsing, too.Noble Opal improves and regulates

lymph flow and so helps, just alike Chal-cedony, in treating inflammation of the eye,glaucoma, blurred vision, and with infec-tions and diseases of both the retina and thechoroid. It is applied as for Chalcedony.

Ocean Jasper is also a Chalcedony,which regulates the fluid balance of the eyeand simultaneously strengthens the body’simmune defence system. It is, therefore,used for inflammation of the connective tis-sue and in the inner eye, as well as for theresulting conditions of glaucoma, loss ofvision, and damage to the retina or choroid.Ocean Jasper can also be used to treatblurred vision and a crystal containing aneye signature is especially effective.

Place a tumbled stone on the eyelid.Alternatively, wear as a necklace or a pen-dant around the neck. Alternatively, place acrystal on the liver; or take gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day).

Sardonyx is one of the best crystals fortreating the eyes. This is due to the fact thatits constituent part of Chalcedony (the lightareas) furthers fluid regulation, its Onyxcontent (black areas) aids detoxificationand the Sard (red areas) improves the bloodcirculation. Thus, it also helps with nystag-mus, ametropia, squinting, reduced sight,sight problems in twilight conditions, dis-eases of the retina or the choroid, dis -turbances of the sight nerves and the sightcentre.

Place a raw or a tumbled stone directlyon the eyes. Alternatively, take gem essence(3-7 drops, 5 times daily), or gem water(200–300 ml) taken in small sips duringthe course of the day.

Sodalite is another very good crystal forthe fluid regulation in connection with theeyes – both externally for dry eyes and forany lack of internal eye fluids. Conse-quently, it has a strong, preventive effectwith many choroid and retinal problems(e. g. a detached retina).

Place a tumbled stone on the eyelids andtake gem water (200–300 ml taken in smallsips during the course of the day). In addi-tion, wear as a necklace, pendant or gemcrystal around the neck.

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Tourmaline, with its different colouredvarieties (Blue, Pink, Green and Water-melon) helps especially with eye nerveproblems or eye diseases caused by injury(squinting, reduced vision, etc.).

Place either crystals or tumbled stonesdirectly on the eyelids; or take as gem wateror gem essence (dosage as outlined abovefor Emerald).

See also Nystagmus, Eye Problems; EyeStrain; Ametropia, Glaucoma, Cataracts;Squinting

Eye Strain

Tired and strained eyes are very commonnowadays with increased TV viewing, work-ing with computer monitors and in artifi-cial light. A feeling of pressure around theeyes, mild pain, a burning sensation, redskin, dryness, blurred sight and temporarilyreduced vision during reading are typicalsymptoms in this context. In order to avoidlong-term damage, ensure that your diet isrich in vitamin A, drink plenty of pure waterand always solve the problem at a causallevel. More efficient light sources, shieldingof monitor screens, etc., naturally makemore sense than just applying the followingcrystals.

See also: Ametropia; Eye Problems; SightProblems; Squinting

Agates as small section/slices or tum-bled stones, especially those containing

eye-signatures, can be placed upon the eye-lids in cases of dry or burning eyes.

Amethyst is effective with pressure-sensitive, watery eyes and blurred sight (seeSight Problems). Place either tumbledstones or compresses moistened with Hilde-gard von Bingen’s Amethyst Water (see page25) on the eyes.

Aquamarine as tumbled stones or crys-tals can be placed on closed eyelids aftertiring work, especially if an already existingeye disease has worsened. Rinsing the eyeswith Aquamarine water also brings aboutfast relief.

Dioptase helps soothe painful, burningand reddish eyes. There are commerciallyavailable Dioptase eye drops for this pur-pose. You can also place crystals or crystalclusters on closed eyelids.

Emerald relieves tired eyes, especially ifit is of a beautiful Emerald green colour.You can also place a crystal or a tumbledstone on closed eyelids.

Exhaustion

Exhaustion occurs because of excessivestrain or – looked at differently – through alack of recovery from an illness. It signifiesthat one’s available energy resources aretotally used up.

If exhaustion occurs without any appar-ent cause and within an otherwise normal,healthy state, then one’s energy must have

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already been decreased by some other fac-tors, e. g. some undetected physical illnessor emotional burden. Such exhaustion“without apparent cause” does neverthelesshave a cause and it should be investigatedwithout fail – consulting a doctor or alter-native practitioners if necessary.

See also: TirednessCrystals can also be applied in order to

overcome exhaustion and help one“bounce back” faster. For short-termexhaustion, which is caused by physicalstrain, an old home remedy can be applied,which is closely connected to the crystaltherapy – a pinch of table salt on the tip ofthe tongue!

Bronzite helps with exhaustion that iscaused by the “energy-robbing” stress ofevery-day life. As a mineral rich in both ironand magnesium, Bronzite is active exter-nally whilst simultaneously calming inter-nally. It is especially helpful when no actualrecovery seems in sight for a quite longtime.

Epidote helps one to recover after anextreme effort and severe illnesses. It is par-ticularly suitable when feeling totallydrained and incapable of performing eventhe smallest activity.

Garnet Pyrope helps in maintaining apositive attitude in difficult times, whenthere seems little hope of change but whereit is vital to continue doing what has to bedone. It mobilises energy reserves in pre-cisely the right amounts, and so that they

are longer lasting. It also stimulates themetabolism, regeneration and reconstruc-tion processes within the body.

Rhodochrosite has a rapid animatingand stimulating effect and helps overcomeexhaustion quickly. However, it should notbe applied for too long a period, as energyreserves are used up quickly under its influ-ence – and, ironically, an even greater lossof energy occurs.

Ocean Jasper helps in particular whenexhaustion is caused by either internalinflammation or chronic illness. It furthersthe healing of these conditions, improvesthe removal of waste and toxic substancesthat have been produced in this connection,and revives the metabolism. In this way, itprovides a new source of physical energy.On the emotional front, it also helps oneemerge from a feeling of resignation, periodsof despondency and other negative states –and therefore brings hope, confidence,vitality and drive.

Tiger Iron creates new energy in casesof weakness and exhaustion as it boosts theiron metabolism. It has a slow, but lasting,strengthening effect. Other than beingavoided in cases of inflammatory diseaseshave caused exhaustion, it is quite aptlycalled “the tiger in the tank”.

Zoisite (like Epidote) helps regenerateand recover after severe illnesses. The mostsuitable crystals are Zoisite minerals thatcontain Ruby.

All the crystals mentioned can be worn

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for body contact in the form of bracelets,necklaces or pendants. Alternatively, theycan be taken internally in the form of gemessence (5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) andgem water (100–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Whilst Rhodochrosite should be re -moved fairly soon, all the other crystals canbe worn or applied for longer periods.

Fatiguesee Tiredness

Fear

Fear is an emotion common to all of us andis experienced as a state of anxiety, alert-ness, and awareness in dangerous situa-tions. It is a natural, basic reaction thatserves to enables us to act quickly. This is allconnected with the instinctive, automaticand natural secretion of adrenaline fromglands into the body – as a result of which,our general readiness for action isincreased. So, rather than being a negativeemotion, fear is actually appropriate andessential for survival, sharpening the sensesand providing an immediate focus on whatis happening.

However, a fearful response is not reallyappropriate when there is no acute danger.Nevertheless, many people live in a perma-nent state of fear of possible dangers. On the

one hand, this condition is based upon awide range of past experiences. On the otherhand, it can also be fostered by a dailystream of negative information with whichthe mass media supplies us so abundantly.It is in this latter case that fear has a clearlynegative effect. In other words, we canbelieve that we are in a dangerous situationeven when this is not the case. The result isthat we can end up acting inappropriatelymost of the time. Indeed, in extreme cases,this can even result in compulsive behav-iour or disturbing physical symptoms, e. g.excitement, anxiety, palpitations, difficul-ties in breathing, and so forth.

However, lesser kinds and degrees of fearcan be overcome. If you can determine justwhat makes you afraid – even if this is afear of the unknown – you can then face upto it and confront it. Nevertheless, this allhas to relate to something that you recog-nise.

In the condition referred to these days as“panic attacks”, or in cases where there isno apparent cause for fear, the previouslydescribed course of action cannot reallyapply. Here, fear is the result of having expe-rienced a range of different situations thathave led to a “passive” way of life – onecharacterised by excessive caution. In suchcases, the past has to be confronted and (bymeans of therapy if necessary), a way has tobe found that will dissipate the impairmentthat is a psychological state caused by previ-ous negative experiences. In the long term,

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this is the only way in which irrationalattacks of fear be cured. In effecting such aresolution, complementary therapeuticprocess also requires a certain degree ofmotivation and ability in order to confrontsuch difficult issues.

To summarise, chronic and irrationalattacks of fear can only be resolved throughraising self-awareness – if necessary, withthe additional help of a therapist. Crystaltherapy cannot achieve thus alone, but willease the process by increasing ones innerability to confront difficult issues. Indeed,the supportive nature and effects of crystalcan be very helpful with the process.

Amazonite helps with suddenly occur-ring attacks of fear. It is particularly goodwhenever there is a feeling of being the vic-tim of some overwhelming fate. Amazonitestimulates self-determination and an over-all trust in life.

Dumortierite helps with minor attacksof fear. It communicates feelings of relax-ation and ease and makes it possible to seestresses and strains in a less threatening andintimidating light.

Rhodonite helps in dealing with fearthat arises in connection with fatalities, per-sonal loss, injuries, violence, acute dangeror death. It relieves any excessive, thoughirrational, attacks of fear, typical signs ofwhich are a need for protection or talking agreat deal about present fears, yet withoutexperiencing any relief.

Rutile Quartz helps with fear that

exposes your own faults, inadequacies orharmful acts. It also helps when there is afeeling of losing control, or of suppressingfear and maybe withdrawing into yourself.

Sugilite helps with any kind of fear, evenin its strong and irrational forms. It pro-vides the courage needed to confrontunpleasant feelings or situations and makesit easier to recognise unconscious causes ofthat fear. Furthermore, Sugilite helps toresolve conflicts, but without any feelings ofhaving been unduly compromised, so thatany insights gained can also be translatedinto positive action.

Wear any of these crystals for longerperiods in the form of bracelets, necklacesor pendants. Whilst fear will usually not dis-appear suddenly, given time, the effects inhealing effect of these crystals and a sense ofgreater awareness will be become apparent.

Fertility Problems

A few crystals are said – known, even – tostimulate fertility, i. e. the procreative capac-ity of men and the ability of women to con-ceive. The more certain you can be aboutthe cause of reduced fertility, the more pur-posefully and effectively these crystals canbe applied. But, as ever, the cause shouldalways first be clarified by a specialist ordoctor wherever practical.

Possible causes for female fertility prob-lems are functional disturbances in the

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ovaries, hormonal disturbances (of thepituitary gland and thyroid gland), blockedFallopian tubes (e. g. following inflamma-tion) or a disease of the uterus.

Some parallel causes of male fertilityinclude impotence, trouble with sperm pro-duction or difficulties with the sperm-con-ducting channel – such as inflammation ofthe testicles, the epididymis, prostate or theurethra.

In many cases, all of the above causescan be eliminated, and yet fertility stillappears impaired. Here, it may often behelpful to look for emotional and psycho-logical causes. An unconscious desire not tohave children can often have the sameobstructing effect as a strong but contrarydesire for children, combined with highpressure to “perform” the relevant genderroles. Personal problems within a partner-ship and/or sexuality may also frequentlybe a hindrance to reproduction.

Crystals can be a wonderful help withany impaired fertility that arise from bothorganic and emotional causes. However,they cannot provide a substitute for an opendialogue or a healing heart to heart inter-change between the affected partners. Incases of impaired fertility, a search forwhose “fault” it all is can be extremelydamaging within a relationship. In con-trast, mutual support between the partnersis definitely beneficial, whether the desire tohave children is fulfilled or not.

For MenOcean Jasper improves the procreativecapacity. It either leads to increased spermproduction or improved viability of thesperm. The precise background to theseprocesses has still not been clarified; but aspeedy fulfilment of the long-cherished wishto have children, has been confirmed manytimes over. Maybe this is not surprising as“fertility” is one of the emotional qualitiesof this life-affirming and life-supportingcrystal.

Thulite helps with impotence and infer-tility that have no clear cause. It furtherslust, sensuality and interest in sexuality.Physically, Thulite furthers regeneration ofthe genitals after an inflammation.

Zoisite is often even more effective. Itstimulates the formation of sperm andregeneration of the genitals after inflam-mations. It can help with all causes ofimpaired fertility. Particularly effective areZoisite crystals containing Ruby.

For WomenChrysoprase helps with impaired fertilitythat is not a result of any organic damagethat might have been caused by previous ill-nesses, medication, or hormonal contracep-tive aids. Chrysoprase can also help clarifythe situation within a partnership, assistinghonest discussion and opening up bothpartners emotionally to help each otherwith their wish for a child. This is especiallyuseful when conflicts between the partners

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relate directly to the desire for children.(Chrysoprase is, of course, also useful formen in connection with this context.)

Moonstone helps with infertility causedby hormonal disturbances and unidentifiedemotional tensions between the partners. IfMoonstone is worn for a longer period andthe curtains in the bedroom are not drawnat night during that time, the hormonalsystem may – under certain circumstances– readjust to the Moon’s cycle, so that thereis a possibility of conceiving at the fullMoon.

Rose Quartz helps with organically-caused infertility. It improves blood circula-tion in the genitals and assists in theirregeneration after an illness. It thus helpsovercome many disturbances. Emotionallyand psychologically, Rose Quartz furtherswarmth and romance between partners.

Golden Topaz is the most successfulcrystal for infertility, no matter what thecause. It helps with functional disturbancesin the ovaries, hormonal disturbances andorganically-caused blockages. Emotionally,it encourages happiness, security, sexualself-confidence, self-determination and self-realisation within the partnership.

With all of the above, wear a necklace ora pendant with direct body contact, prefer-ably on the abdomen. Also, take gemessence (3-5 drops, three times daily) orgem water (50–200 ml taken in small sipsduring the course of the day).

Fever

Fever is a defence mechanism of the humanorganism, in which the body temperature israised to values above 37.5 °C (99.5 °F).This also increases the metabolic rate alongwith acceleration of the pulse and breathingrate. Accompanying phenomena are lack ofappetite, dullness, dizziness, headache, andrestlessness and – in extreme instances –feverish hallucinations or delirium. In mostcases, the occurrence of fever serves to sup-port the body’s immune defence system andit’s cleansing us of toxic substances andwaste products. Therefore, as a rule, fevershould not be suppressed, unless it reaches41 °C (106 °F) or more and thus becomeslife threatening. Too rapid a suppression offever often impedes a thorough cure and somay lead to a relapse and transform anacute illness into chronic one.

With a harmless course of the fever,fever-lowering remedies should not beimplemented until the peak has beenpassed and the fever curve is on a downwardcourse. The patient should be able to feelthe change between a rising and a fallingtemperature.

In order to promote temperature rise,the body concentrates its own energy withinthe main torso of the body – so that theextremities, in particular hands and feet,are chilly to the touch. The skin andmuscles may even remain chilly, trembleand shiver. In order to lessen the fever

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symptoms, the energy is spread over theskin and into the body’s extremities, whereit is dispersed and released more easily. Thisthen makes hands and feet become warmer,the general feeling of the fever is increasedand perspiration begins in order to cool thebody down. This lowering of the fever tem-perature can now be enhanced by coldcompresses wrapped around the calves

Alternative therapy advice is that thesecompresses will have an even better effect ifyou add Bach Flower Rescue Remedy, ethe-real eucalyptus oil and gem essence fromMoss Agate to the water.

Conventionally, the recommendation isto rest, preferably staying in bed and drink-ing plenty of water or tea (herbal if possi-ble) in order to offset the loss of liquidcaused by the perspiration that accompa-nies any high temperature. Depending onthe underlying illness, fever-stimulation orfever-lowering remedies must be coordi-nated with a doctor or the alternative practi-tioner – most particularly with a truly hightemperatures or fever lasting for a longtime.

This is the stage where crystal therapycan now assist the healing process as manyhave a fever-stimulating or fever-loweringeffect.

Fever-stimulating crystals may beapplied in order to raise fever, but only ifthat is necessary for the recovery processand the following selection have all provedto be reliable and to have a measurable

effect as fever-stimulating crystals.Carnelian has a strong fever-stimulat-

ing effect without actually raising the tem-perature too much. Apply it if there is seemsto be a general tendency of no increase inthe fever temperature.

Ruby has an even stronger fever-stimu-lating effect than Carnelian. It can beapplied whenever fever stimulation is vitalfor the healing process to be initiated.

Sard only stimulates fever slightly. It canbe applied in a complementary role in orderto start the healing process and if there isalready a slightly raised temperature thatthen remains constant.

Crystals with an observed effect in reduc-ing fever are as follows:

Rock Crystal can be applied in the formof the so-called “generator crystal”, in orderto reduce the fever and lower a dangerouslyhigh temperature as fast as possible. Strokethe space around the patient with thelargest pointed surface of the crystal, usinggentle motions from above and downwardsover the forehead, face, neck, body, arms

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Fig. 7: Use of the Generator Crystal


and legs. If you do not have a generator tohand, you can carry out the same exercisewith a broad tumbled Rock Crystal.

Blue Chalcedony, Moss Agate andOcean Jasper lower temperature and canbe applied when the fever has passed itspeak. Blue Chalcedony helps with an easy,fast reduction, while Moss Agate and OceanJasper help with a slower lowering, or if thetemperature curve goes up and down.

Chrysocolla has a lowering effectdependent on the actual course of the fever.So, it can be applied at any time and is espe-cially recommended in cases of emergencyor extremely high temperatures.

Hold a tumbled crystal in the hand orput it on the thymus gland (between theheart and throat) or wear a necklace or apendant directly on the body. Also try gemessence (5-10 drops) as required, from threetimes daily to once an hour.

Financial Worries

There is a suggestion, as yet totallyunproved, that the best way to relieve finan-cial worries is to gaze, in a contemplativeframe of mind, upon one’s own diamondsin the safe! However, this author’s assump-tion is that it only works if the diamondshave been fully paid for! (See also: Worry.)

Dumortierite, the “take-it-easy-crystal”is a better choice in more normal circum-stances.

Opal can also help in cases of hardshipand worries – even if its application doesnot lead to a cure of the root cause of theproblem.

Flu

Flu – being the commonly used, shortenedform of influenza – is often equated withthe common cold or related illnesses. How-ever, it is a virus-based disease that spreadsepidemic-like through infection. Its symp-toms appear rather like those of the com-mon cold, but are usually much moreaggressive. The sufferer very soon has afever-like state, with a high temperature of39-40 degrees Celsius (about 100 Fahren-heit), accompanied by shivering, the feelingof having been knocked out, pains in thehead, the eyes, the chest, the back and thejoints – and sometimes conjunctivitis, nau-sea (children also often have stomach andintestinal problems), blister-like eczemaand reddened skin. Later, inflammationsfollow in the tonsils and the airways, with adry cough and hoarseness, a slow pulse andfalling blood pressure. Never underestimatea bout of genuine flu. One should stay inbed under medical supervision in order tocure it and avoid further complications!

As with colds, any kind of continuationof the illness into the inner parts of the bodyshould be regarded as a complication. Suchcomplications can lead to:

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• Pneumonia (weakness, lack of appetite,high fever, night sweat, breathlessness)

• Heart and circulation problems (dis-turbed heart rhythm, heart injury, col-lapse of the circulation)

• Sinusitis (pain that feels worse whennasal pressure is applied, or if one bendsforwards)

• Inflammation of the middle ear (ear-ache)

• Cerebrospinal meningitis or encephalitis(head ache, vomiting, further tempera-ture increase, shivering, loss of con-sciousness, hallucinations)

• Stomach and intestinal illnesses (in -flammation, serious cases of diarrhoea)

• Liver and spleen swelling• Kidney damage

Symptoms such as weakness and prob-lems with the heart and circulation maycontinue up to one month after abatementof the actual case of flu.

The intensity of the flu and the increaseddanger of complications (compared to acommon cold) demand a more carefulapplication of crystals. It is also helpful torinse the mouth and teeth with organic,cold-pressed sunflower oil for 10 to 20 min-utes every day. In this way, waste and toxicsubstances, which impede the immune sys-tem, are drawn out of the tissue. However,the oil should NOT be swallowed under anycircumstance!

Heliotrope can be applied at the begin-ning of a bout of flu as the body’s first

non-specific immune reaction is strength-ened by it. In many cases, it succeeds inwarding off the virus before it can spread ona larger scale. Parallel to its physical effect,Heliotrope also furthers our mental andpsychological ability to ward off infection orseriously limit the effects.

Place or fix a polished crystal or a flatsection on the thymus gland (between heartand throat). Take gem essence (5-10 dropsper hour) or gem water (up to one litretaken in sips over the course of the day).The wearing a necklace or a pendant ofHeliotrope has also proved to be effective.

Moss Agate, however, should be used ifthe flu actually breaks out, with a raisedtemperature and all the above symptoms. Itis important that the flow of lymph and thecontinuous cleansing of the areas affectedby the disease be kept going, as toxic sub-stances that have accumulated after the dis-ease, in particular, can lead to the compli-cations mentioned above. Use Moss Agate –which also represents emotional cleansingand relief, should therefore be applied untilthe illness has clearly abated.

Chalcedony can then be applied as areplacement for the Moss Agate and in orderto continue detoxification via the lymphchannels at a more slowly, thus removingstress from the whole organism. Chal-cedony furthermore brings some light reliefemotionally and psychologically, that beingone of its typical properties! Apply it untiltemperatures have fallen to a normal level.

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Nevertheless, one should stay in bed untilfully cured. In other words, at least onesymptom-free day of rest and regenerationis essential before daily activities areresumed. Nowadays, this vital day of restand recuperation, previously a basic recom-mendation of nearly all doctors, is all toooften skipped. Therefore, it worth bearingmind that missing out that extra day ofrecuperation often causes a relapse withcomplications and an even more severebout of flu.

Emerald should be applied for at leastone week when the fever has abated finallyand a symptom-free state has beenachieved. It will prevent relapses and com-plications – and also helps to continue thedetoxification process, to keep the immunesystem stable and, eventually, re-establishesthe body’s overall harmony.

Epidote or Zoisite can be applied inorder to overcome the typical weakness andexhaustion after a bout of flu. Epidote isespecially regenerative and can be com-bined together with Blue Chalcedony in thelast phase of the illness. If the flu affects theheart and circulation, you can apply PinkChalcedony which re-establishes full healthparticularly on this area.

To use Moss Agate, Blue Chalcedony,Emerald, Epidote and Zoisite, hold a tum-bled stone in one hand or put it on the thy-mus gland (between heart and throat). Youcan also fix it there with a first-aid stickingplaster. In addition, you might wear a neck-

lace or a pendant with body contact and/ortake gem essence (5-7 drops if required,from 3 times daily up to once an hour).

Foot Problems

Feet that have become tired as a result ofstanding for at long time, or that hurt insome other way, can be refreshed with crys-tals and proven remedies such as cold rose-mary foot-baths. However, there is nothingbetter than physical exercise, which re-establishes the overall harmony of the body.Take a walk in comfortable shoes or – evenbetter – without any footwear at all. Thereis little use in applying crystal therapy alonewithout exercising at the same time.

Blue Chalcedony has a cooling effectand relieves pain quickly. It also ensuresthat any retained fluid is drained.

Place a crystal into a little water for atleast 24 hours and use the water for a foot-bath.

Alternatively, massage the feet with atumbled stone. Gem essence can also be usedfor a footbath (30 drops in 5 litres of water).

Magnesite has a refreshing effect ontired feet, as is releases tension.

Use a tumbled stone for foot massage; ortake as gem essence (5-7 drops once); orplace a necklace around the ankles whileputting up one’s feet for a short while. If youwant to test the effect for yourself, wrap theMagnesite necklace around only one ankle.

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A distinct difference in the feet will becomeapparent after only 10 minutes.

Moss Agate and Ocean Jasper, asChalcedony variants, likewise have a cool-ing and relieving effect, as they eliminateaccumulations of fluid. Apart from this,they have an even more activating, stimu-lating and refreshing effect than Chal-cedony itself. They are applied in the sameway as Chalcedony (see above).

ForgetfulnessSee Memory Problems

Fungal Infections

Fungal infections generally affect the skin(including hair and nails), the mucousmembranes, the colon and the lungs. How-ever, fungal spores from outside the bodycan only “take root” and spread if they findan appropriate environment – the right“breeding ground”, as it were. No fungusreally has much of a chance to survive in ahealthy human organism, unless its bodytissue is already heavily laden with toxicdeposits and waste substances. When thishappens, our body will try to excrete suchcontaminants by other means – throughthe skin, the mucous membranes, the intes-tine and the lungs. All become weakened bythis process and this constitutes an environ-ment in which the fungi can thrive.

See also: Athlete’s FootThere appears to be a connection

between heavy metals and fungal infec-tions. Most heavy metals (e. g. mercury,cadmium, etc,) are normally highly detri-mental to the body, thus there are somecases where fungal infection is not actuallybad for us. In these cases, fungi help bindthe heavy metals and thus make it easier forthe body to deal with them, resulting in lessdamage. However, the fungal infection is initself a drain on the system, producing itsown, injurious metabolic products.

There is then a state of trying to “castout the demon with the devil”, so to speak,as it becomes clear that it is not just the fun-gal infection that has to be counteractedand removed. If it is only the fungi that aredealt with, the problems they have causedare simply replaced by the problems causedby the toxic presence of the heavy metals.Therefore, it is important that all waste andtoxic deposits are removed from the tissue.After all, if the tissue is in an unhealthystate, it is the very thing that makes a fun-gal attack possible in the first place.

In contrast, healthy, detoxified tissueoffers no food value to invasive fungi, whichwill then disappear completely by a naturalprocess. It is pretty clear then that a diet lowin or without animal protein, along withcolon therapy and further detoxifying reme-dies (see Detoxification) are highly impor-tant measures to take in order to avoid fun-gal infections.

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Household remedies which seem torelieve fungal infections, include tea treeoil. However, this should only by appliedexternally, e. g. in a 10% solution and/or asan ointment. In addition, the followingcrystals can also be used in full confidencein all cases of severe infection, althoughtheir use is only complementary, as theycannot alone ensure a lasting cure.

Chrysoprase and Smoky Quartz incombination are the most efficient remedyagainst fungal infections. It is thought thatthe detoxifying Chrysoprase and the dissolv-ing Smoky Quartz provide beneficial com-plementary effects.

Firstly, take Chrysoprase in the form ofgem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily) orgem water (20 – 50 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day). At the sametime, wear it in the form of a bracelet, anecklace or a pendant (in cases of localisedinfections, place a tumbled stone on theaffected spot). After two days, apply in addi-tion Smoky Quartz, to be worn continu-ously as a necklace or pendant. This treat-ment should continue for several weeks, butwill then produce good results

Ocean Jasper or Agates containingwithin them signatures of a localised fungalinfection can provide soothing relief. Pri-marily, they contribute to the relief from theconsequences of fungal infections, such asinflammation, diarrhoea, etc. They stimu-late the metabolism and aid in furtherdetoxification of the tissue. However, they

are by no means as effective as Chrysopraseand should be applied mainly in cases oflocalised, external fungal infections (e. g.on skin, nails, etc.)

Place a tumbled stone or a section/sliceonto the affected spot. Alternatively, takegem essence (3-7 drops, 3 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Fluorite is very effective if the mucousmembranes are also subject to fungalattack (e. g. thrush), as it generally stimu-lates the cleansing and regeneration ofmucous membranes. It can often be appliedsuccessfully when the combination ofChrysoprase and Smoky Quartz appears tohave no effect.

Wear as a bracelet, necklace or pendant,or take gem essence or gem water (dosageas above, for Agate). In an emergency, placea tumbled stone into the mouth for a while– taking great care not to swallow the stoneinadvertently!

Gall Bladder and Gallstones

Nearly all problems with the gall bladderare often not recognised specifically ordirectly as such. Nausea, which is triggeredby secreted gall, can originate from thestomach or the pancreas; and dull pains inthe upper part of the stomach may alsooriginate from either the stomach or theintestine. Only the symptom of acute gall

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bladder colic is unambiguous that it is evi-dent immediately for what it is.

Gall bladder problems more often mani-fest themselves indirectly, e. g. as painsbetween the right scapula (shoulder blade)and the spine, as a one-sided headache oras a decreased ability to digest fats and gen-eral distaste for fatty food. Thus, alwaysconsult a doctor or an alternative practi-tioner at the slightest suspicion of gall blad-der problems in order to clarify the causes.

Bile itself is produced in the liver andcontains – beside water and salts – the galldye (bilirubin), which has been derivedfrom disintegrated red blood corpuscles,bile acids, cholesterol, lecithin, and otherfat-soluble substances. All must be excretedfrom the body (along with drugs, a range ofhormones and various metabolism prod-ucts). The bile fluid is then accumulated inthe gall bladder and, when necessary, flowson into the duodenum. There, it serves thedigestion of fats, breaking down fats in thefood into tiny particles. These themselvesare then acted on by adipolytic enzymes andcan at last be absorbed into the blood.

Apart from that, bile contributes in twoways to the cleansing and detoxification ofthe body: Firstly, it carries fat-soluble wastesand toxic substances from the liver into theintestine (see above). Secondly, it also dis-solves similar substances in the intestine, sothat they can then be excreted. The bileitself is so precious that only 10% of it isreleased with the stool 90% being re -

absorbed in the colon and transported to theliver for recycling.

Gall bladder problems may arise whenan already weakened gall bladder is over-worked (e. g. because of food that containstoo much fat); when there is an inflamma-tion; or when gallstones have been formed.Such stones irritate the gall bladder or thegall channels, respectively. In the worstcase, they can even cause a blockage.

Similar problems may also arise whenthe gall bladder is under too much pressurethrough emotional strain or suppressedanger. Basically, an attempt (possibly afailed one) to control one’s emotions or dealwith those of others may thus lead to gallbladder problems.

Looking at gallstones specifically, theyoccur when the composition of the gallfluid is not optimal because of an inappro-priate diet, (e. g. not enough fruit and veg-etables that are rich in enzymes, too muchdenatured food, etc.), metabolic problems,an overworked liver or the emotional prob-lems described above. Then, not all of thesubstances remain dissolved, but bindtogether instead and become crystallised.Fortunately, the crystallisation process canbe reversed in some cases as when the gallfluid regains its correct composition, thestones may then re-dissolve.

Gall stones are responsible almost exclu-sively for the most violent and acute gallbladder problems, called gall colics Theseare very severe cramp-like pains in the right

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upper and central part of the stomach(pains that also radiate into the spine andthe right shoulder), restlessness, nausea,vomiting, cold sweats, painful pressure inthe upper part of the stomach and defensivetension. They are also sometimes accompa-nied by a fever and collapse of the circula-tion. Depending on the intensity and gravityof the problems, seek medical adviceimmediately or go directly to hospital. Onthe way, amber or other crystals can beapplied, but otherwise do not hesitate!

Healing crystals serve as an accompany-ing therapy to medical help; but only applythem after securing a professional diagno-sis, and as a supplement to the prescriptionof a doctor or alternative practitioner.

Amber is the most important crystal forgall bladder problems. It has a pain-reliev-ing effect for colic and will improve thecomposition of the gall fluid, dissolvingmany gall stones. Emotionally, it helps withthe consequences of grief and fears. Theseaffect not only t the stomach, but some-times also the gall bladder – in particular,in cases of helplessness, impotence andaggression caused by the latter and that isdirected inwardly against oneself.

Chrysocolla helps with both inflamma-tion of the gall bladder accompanied by ahigh fever, and with the consequences ofviolent emotions or suppressed anger.

Chrysoprase helps with accumulationsin the gall system, with nausea caused byan irritated or overloaded gall bladder and,

with any latent aggression resulting from atroublesome conscience or unresolved con-flicts.

Dumortierite relieves cramps, painsand nausea caused by gall bladder prob-lems. Furthermore, as the “take-it-easy-crystal”, it helps alleviate possible diseasesources, such as strain, suppressed anger,exaggerated control etc.

Emerald helps with colic, as well as withinflammations, that are a consequence ofstress, or (perceived) injustice. Emerald isalso a helpful crystal for any gall bladderproblems that seem to appear when otherpeople (members of the family, subordi-nates, colleagues etc), start to ‘get on yournerves”.

Heliotrope is applied for acute inflam-mations of the gall bladder and system.Emotionally, it helps with general irritabil-ity caused by too many interruptions andother external influences.

Magnesite relieves gall bladder colicand also helps dissolve some gallstones.Furthermore, it helps with nausea accom-panying severe emotional strain, excite-ment and stress.

Malachite helps with gall bladder colicand releases suppressed feelings, repressedirritations, anger and aggressions. There-fore, it is particularly good when gall blad-der problems occur as a consequence ofsuch suppression and external psychologi-cal and emotional pressures. It helps oneavoid unnecessary argument, but also

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enables us to tackle the unavoidable onesboth courageously and emphatically.

Ocean Jasper with a predominantlygreen colour helps with acute and chronicinflammations of the gall bladder and withthe consequences of strain, unresolved con-flicts, lack of recovery and disturbed sleep.

Peridot supports the long-term regula-tion of the gall fluid, so that gallstones areno longer formed. In order to reduce exist-ing tendencies of gall stone formation, itshould be applied regularly for severalmonths. It can be placed in something likehigh quality sunflower oil, which is laterused for salad dressings, etc. As this Peridotoil detoxifies very gently and improves themetabolism, the whole family can partici-pate in this “cure”.

For all the above, place or fix a crystaldirectly over the gall bladder; or wear abracelet, a necklace, or a pendant on thebody. You can also take gem essence (3-7drops, three times daily), or gem water(100–200 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of a day.

Ganglia

A ganglion is a non-malignant abscess,which, in most cases, appears on the back ofthe hand, the foot or in the hollow of theknee. It is a form of cyst or protuberance ofthe internal skin tissue of a joint, sinew orthe tendon sheaths. It has a gel-like content

and is caused by degeneration of the con-nective tissue.

In general, although it may beunsightly, the visible, taut, elastic bulge thatis a ganglion causes no problems, but it cancause undue pressure, pain and sense dis-turbances if a nerve is trapped by the gan-glion.

Seemingly, ganglia are caused by aninterplay and interaction of different fac-tors. All the way from overstrained joints orsinews, through bad posture, to misalignedvertebrae. Additional causes can be an inad-equate supply to and/or cleansing of theconnective tissue – as a result of accumula-tions of toxins and waste, post-injury defectsin blood vessels, general stress or metabolicproblems.

See also: CystsThe traditional medical treatment for a

ganglion is physical exercises, in order tostrengthen the musculature; or surgicalremoval.

Alternative treatments tend to be morecomprehensive (see Detoxification) in orderto improve the supply of essential nutrientsto the tissue. Any such treatment is bestcomplemented by therapeutic corrections toposture and the spinal column (e. g. cranio-sacral therapy, osteopathy, Dorn-Breussmethod, etc.).

It is worth considering other factors too.It is a fact that a ganglion mostly occursbetween the ages of 20 and 30, precisely thatphase of life when there is still the youthful

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ambition and drive but also the start ofother commitments (house, family, job,business, etc.). Therefore, whilst still fed bythat early youthful energy, we still believewe can accomplish everything througheffort and sheer will power. However, thisincreasing tension between two aspects oflife is the precise recipe that can cause aganglion to appear. Always take intoaccount – the pressure, effort, and emo-tional and psychological stresses – whendealing with a ganglion.

Based on all of the above it becomes pos-sible to influence the shrinking of the gan-glion with herbal applications of comfreyand rue, homeopathic remedies or crystals.

Fluorite is by far the best healing crystalfor treating ganglia. Also called “calciumfluoricum” in homeopathy, Fluorite regu-lates the supply of energy to the tissue andaids removal of toxins and waste. Beingcomposed of calcium and fluorine, itinduces a more relaxed, open and flexibleattitude. As a mineral with a natural cubiccrystal configuration, it boosts our capacityto become more flexible emotionally, espe-cially if we end up with heavy commitmentstoo early in life. Its calcium content alsohelps with rebuilding of joint and sinewtissue.

Apatite is the second choice. As a crystalof calcium phosphate, it has a wide range ofinfluence on bones, joints, sinews and mus-cles. In homeopathy, Apatite is referred to as“calcium fluoricum” and with its hexago-

nal crystal configuration; it encourages an“upright” or “straight” attitude, both men-tally and physically. Beside that, being alsoa phosphate, it helps in the development ofthe energy we all need for the tasks of life.Whilst relieving stress and worry, Apatitesimultaneously strengthens the muscula-ture. In turn, this eases any strain on sinewsand joints. Finally, Apatite also improves thesupply of tissue nutrients as a direct result ofits calcium content, and also furthersrebuilding of joint substance and sinews.

Place slices/sections of crystals, or flattumbled stones, as close as possible to theganglion, fixing them there with a stickingplaster or bandage. It is also possible towear the crystals as bracelets, necklaces, orpendants – in which case, this should beworn twenty-four hours a day for the besteffect.

As a supplementary treatment, or as analternative, take as gem essence (3-9 drops,every hour), or gem water (100–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday). Both fluids can also be rubbed intothe affected skin.

Amazonite, Chrysocolla, OceanJasper and Green Tourmaline are alsorecommended although work with them inthis context is till in its early stages. (See:Joint Pains; Synovitis; Tennis Elbow)

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Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the result of a high inner pres-sure in the eye. This curbs the blood circula-tion in the optic nerve head, thereby reduc-ing the field of vision. In the worst case, itleads to permanent damage of the sightnerve and to blindness. It can have manycauses; blocked channels that drain fluidfrom the eye, diseases of the heart and cir-culation, severe nearsightedness, severelyhardened eye muscles, chronic inflamma-tions in the inner eye, and formation ofcysts among others.

Glaucoma often develops rather slowlyand insidiously. However, sometimes therecan be an acute attack, which is oftenaccompanied by considerable pain, severereddening, an enlarged pupil and palpablyhardened eyeball. In this case, a specialistor doctor should be consulted immediately.

Raised pressure in the inner eye fluid(the aqueous humour), is the common fac-tor in all cases of glaucoma, this can betreated immediately. Traditionally, the pres-sure is regulated by the use of medication

and surgical procedures. Nevertheless, glau-coma can also be dealt with by means ofalternative treatments and the applicationof crystals.

In addition to these measures, oneshould first and foremost also treat thecausal factors or those likely to lead to aprogression of the disease – such as regula-tion of fluid in the eye (which is improvedsignificantly through detoxification), innertensions (fear, stress, etc.), heart diseases,circulation problems and, of course, anyother eye complaints.

Chalcedony and Noble Opal improvethe regulation of the fluid in the eye as wellas overall lymph flow. Provided that a ther-apy addressing the causes is initiated at thesame time, both have an immediate reliev-ing effect and can be applied for longerperiods leading to a permanent improve-ment.

Chrysoprase, like Chalcedony is rich inthe metal nickel. It has the same effect asChalcedony and Opal, but is also a strongaid in detoxification, which always has apositive impact on glaucoma. Contrary to

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Fig. 8: Sardonyx that has been polished especially for healing eye complaints.

Onyx (black)

Sard (brown)

Chalcedony (grey)

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the other mentioned crystals, it is often bet-ter to place it on the liver, which has a closeholistic energy connection with the eyes.

Ocean Jasper is also a Chalcedony andso regulates the fluid balance and, at thesame time, relieves inflammatory states.Consequently, it can also be applied foracute attacks of glaucoma, when the innereye is inflamed simultaneously.

Sardonyx is also one of the best crystalsfor use in cases of glaucoma. It improvesfluid regulation because of its Chalcedony(light areas) content, encourages detoxifi-cation via its Onyx (red areas) content andthe blood circulation due to Sard (redareas). This combination of different vari-eties of Chalcedony also leads to improve-ments on a causal level. Particularly goodresults may be obtained with Sardonyx,which has a natural eye signature, or withcrystals that are ground like a cabochon. Inthat form, the black Onyx is in the centre ofconvexity, like a pupil, which again is sur-rounded by Sard (like the iris), which againis surrounded by the grey chalcedony corre-sponding to the eyeball (see Fig. 8).

In most cases, unpolished or tumbledstones are placed on the eyes (except forChrysoprase) and either gem essence (3-7drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(100–300 ml, taken in small sips over thecourse of the day) is taken with Chryso-prase, however, 20–50 ml is the correctamount to take.

All of these crystals mentioned are

Chalcedonies or akin to Chalcedony (NobleOpal), so their use and application can alsobe combined and, for example, be worn inthe form of a necklace.

Goitresee Thyroid Problems

Graves Diseasesee Thyroid Problems

Grazessee Abrasions

Grief

Grief is the emotion that occurs with of theloss of a loved one, loss of security or impor-tant possessions, broken relationships,rejection, unrequited love, disappointments,being ignored (in particular with children),a feeling that one has not understood some-thing specific, or that one is being misun-derstood.

Put another way, in principle, a state ofgrief is bound to exist when we can nolonger reach, touch or hold on to somebodyor something precious to us, or be in touchwith them any more

Tears bring about the fastest relief and, asfar as is possible, should never be suppressed.

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However, one of the greatest helps in con-necting with grief is an attentive, unobtru-sive listener – someone to whom one cantalk about everything that is causing thesuffering. This way, it becomes easier toidentify the true causes of what is reallyhurting. Even if the painful circumstancesdo not change as a result, the feelings ofgrief should then be less overwhelming.Talking it through seems to take away someof the “enormity” of the emotion, therebyonce more creating “space” for the everydayaspects of life.

See also: StressCrystals can support the process of over-

coming grief in many ways. They help tearsto flow freely, aid in accepting theinevitable, assist in talking to others aboutthe grief, or to just enable the rediscovery ofwhat otherwise makes one happy. In sum-mary, the following crystals can helpchange our state of health and stimulate usto regain control of our life.

Amethyst helps one to overcome griefthat occurs with loss, particularly that ofloved ones. It encourages a degree of objec-tivity, to recognise the meaning or signifi-cance of events and to find comfort in thisunderstanding.

Noble Opal makes it easier to come toterms with grief and to let go of a fixationwith its cause – so that it becomes easier torefocus on other areas of life. Nobel Opalmakes it possible to find beauty and en -joyment in life once again, and to find

happiness therein.Dumortierite makes it possible to talk

openly and honestly with other peopleabout grief, deep sadness and fears. In thisway, it brings relief, comfort and helps oneto re-establish courage, a confidence in thefuture and other people – and to regain anew, positive attitude towards life.

Jet helps one to overcome the blows offate and to pass through deep grief, in par-ticular when the latter is also associatedwith feelings of guilt. Beside that, it helpsalleviate the inner, useless se elf-pity – thespurious self-justification, blaming otherpeople, and explaining away things – andto accept the inevitable, reopening oneselfto real life.

Rhodonite helps to overcome the kindof grief that seems to imprison us and notlet go of emotional pain. It takes away thefeeling of martyrdom, ideas of having beentreated unfairly, and aids wholehearted for-giveness of others. Thus, Rhodonite lifts thespirits, brings about a new readiness for lifeand helps one out of seemingly hopeless sit-uations.

Blue Tourmaline eases the ability to cryfreely, thus bringing great relief, particu-larly if one has not been able to cry foryears. Beside that, it can help unburden theheart by talking about the grief.

Hold a crystal (Amethyst, Tourmaline),a raw stone (Noble Opal, Jet), or a tumbledstone in the hand; or wear as a necklace orpendant for a longer period of time.

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Growing Problems

Disruption or disturbances in the naturalgrowth rate and condition of children canhave many causes. These range from a psy-chological or emotional basis of simply“not wanting to grow up”, through physio-logical or inherited development retar -dation, to lack of nutrition or consequencesof illness. Each has to be considered asmore than one factor may be relevant withevery single case.

Emotional growth obstacles can occuras the aftermath of a severe disease, or bysome trauma through which the child isseverely and semi-permanently stressed orfeels subject to some undue responsibility. Aresulting decision, conscious or subcon-scious, might then be made “not to growup,” or not to become a grown up – andthis can actually lead to a slowing or evencessation, of the body’s natural growthprocess. If this happens, it is important toidentify the serious incident or set of cir-cumstances that lie at the root of the prob-lem. If necessary, this can be done withtherapeutic assistance, or talking it throughunder methodical supervision, in order thatthe child’s psychological decision can beretracted.

Crystal therapy is a valuable ancillarytreatment in the above.

Larimar helps create a feeling of open-ness and assists in changing firm decisions.

Rhodonite will help in the healing of

the effects of any traumatic experiences.A lack of the appropriate mental stimuli

(e. g. isolation, too little contact with thereal world or with nature, too much viewingof the “virtual reality’’ of computer gamesor television and not enough social contact)may play a role in growth disturbance.

If this is the case, it is important toencourage as much positive outside contactas possible for the child (e. g., play activitywith other kids, helping other children,caring for pets and wild animals andbeing aware of nature). Beside that, it is im -portant to build emotional security bymeans of activities that stimulate the devel-oping senses and the emotions – socially,intellectually and physically (fewer com-puter games!).

There are several crystals that can beapplied in order to boost this process.

Agate will encourage contact and asense of protection.

Chrysoprase and Golden Topaz help toenhance feelings of safety, openness, andself-awareness.

Tourmaline in all of its varieties aids thenatural process of overall development.

Inhibited and disturbed growth anddevelopment arising from a physiologicalcause s often regarded as irresolvable. How-ever, it can still be extremely stressful, espe-cially when the unfortunate child also feelsinferior compared with its surroundings,siblings or friends, or if he or she is nottreated appropriately.

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However, what is sometimes seen as apredisposition to restrict growth can alsorepresent mere “possibilities”, which can beactivated or balanced. In this case, there areseveral crystals that stimulate growth wheredevelopment appears to be impeded.

Apatite speeds up growth and is alsoincluded in homeopathic remedies to “buildup” calcium in the bones.

Calcite, is another calcium-based min-eral, also furthers body development and isalso used like Apatite in homeopathy “cal-cium carbonicum”.

In contrast to slow or restricted growth isthe phenomena of growth being too rapid,or occurring in what are often referred to assudden growth spurts. Associated problemshere are usually pains in the bones, joints,back, ribs, etc.,

Aragonite, another calcium-containingmineral, often called “onyx marble”, willhelp with a re-harmonisation of growth

Fluorite may also help in pain reliefand with normal growth regulation.

Hormonal disturbances, especially alack of the growth hormone somatropine inthe pituitary gland or of insulin (as in dia-betic conditions) and hormones of the thy-roid gland can also lead to growth distur-bances. Crystal therapy is helpful in suchcircumstances.

Aquamarine and Moonstone are goodfor treating the pituitary and thyroid glands.

Citrine or Ocean Jasper and Tourma-line (multicoloured forms) help with

insulin-related conditions and help inachieving a proper hormonal balance inthe body (see also: Diabetes).

It is worth noting here that traditionalChinese medicine identifies metabolic dis-eases and liver inefficiently or malfunction(see Liver Health) as a loss of body energy inthe form of a weakening of what it alludesto as the element “wood” – which is alsoanalogous to the body’s growth and devel-opment.

All growth problems arising from theseconditions should be examined and clari-fied by a doctor, or an alternative practi-tioner (especially one who works withacupuncture or Traditional Chinese Medi-cine – see above).

In this context, crystal therapy will assistand complement any treatment.

Amazonite will assist in cases of reducedgrowth caused by metabolic problems in theliver.

Dioptase furthers the body’s naturalgrowth or “building up” processes.

Emerald furthers growth and regulatesthe metabolism.

As mentioned previously, the effects ofchronic diseases can also impede growth.Here, there are so many possible causes(e. g. rheumatic diseases, heart defects, kid-ney break down, inherited diseases, skeletaldefects, poor digestion in the intestine, inef-ficient breakdown of nutrients, etc.) thatspecific causes need to be clarified andtreated professionally.

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Provided that such a treatment is carriedout on a causal level, one can then alsoapply crystal therapy.

Emerald is useful for the after effects ofchronic inflammatory conditions such asrheumatism.

Epidote and Zoisite are important,overall regeneration crystals.

Finally, it is unfortunate that in modernwesternised society, under-nourishment stillhas to be taken into account as a recurringcause of growth disruption. Whilst it can beconsidered almost a crime that true malnu-trition is still rife throughout much of theworld, it remains relatively rare in our partof the world – but only relatively!

Unfortunately – almost as much dam-age can be caused by the wrong diet or byunbalanced nutrition, than by a seriousneed of food. Apart from a lack of vitaminsand minerals, sugar (as the so called “cal-cium thief”), is also often implicated ingrowth problems. Despite a growing aware-ness of the damage it causes in recent years,sugar is still consumed by children in theform of sweets and soft fizzy drinks at fartoo high a level.

Osteoporosis and associated develop-mental disruptions are being identified inyoung people today. In such cases, ofcourse, only a proper whole-food diet, witha reduced sugar content will help.

Apatite, Aragonite, Calcite and Fluo-rite are all recommended. In addition,being a cubic crystal, configuration Fluorite

helps one “let go” of detrimental habits.Wear the crystals as a raw or a tumbled

stone, or as a bracelet, necklace or pendant24 hours a day. As a supplement, or as analternative, take gem essence (3-9 drops,every hour), or gem water (100–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Gout

Gout is caused by problems with the body’suric acid metabolism. When too little uricacid is secreted by the kidneys, uric acidsalts are deposited in joints, in mucousbags, in the skin or in the inner organs.These deposits often remain unnoticed,until an infection, injury, hypothermia,excessive alcohol consumption or stronglyacid-forming food triggers an attack, ofgout pain in a joint. Such painful attacksoccur typically at night or early in themorning and can result in a raised temper-ature, a racing heart, general feelings ofbeing unwell, problems with the joint(s)and severe pain and sensitivity to touch.

As a rule, only one joint is affected by thefirst attack. In most cases, this will be thebasic joint of the big toe, the foot or theknee joint, or the basic joint of the thumb.There may be long periods without prob-lems after the attack. This should not leadone to believe that new uric salt deposits arenot being created. Indeed, new attacks may

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only occur after several months, even occur-ring in parts of the body previously un -affected. If the gout becomes chronic, knotsand abscesses are generated, which grad -ually become stiff. If there are similardeposits in the kidneys, there can also beinflammation, high blood pressure and –in the worst case – kidney failure.

Gout can only be healed through aconsistent diet, which contains few animalproteins and very little alcohol. Further-more, one should undergo a thoroughdetoxification (see Detoxification), takeplenty of fluid (tea or water!), plenty of restand enough sleep. In acute cases, theaffected joint should be kept still and cooledwith compresses. However, regular, butmoderate, physical exercise – such as walk-ing – is necessary between the attacks. Ofcourse, all these measures should be carriedout under the supervision of a doctor or analternative practitioner.

Crystals and other remedies can supportsuch measures – and, indeed, withoutthem, the crystals will have no lasting effect!As gout is a disease that is very aggressive,it is also helpful to consider if there areareas of one’s life, where anger, impatienceor aggression remain unexpressed, beingbottled up and so ‘gnaw’ away at you inside.If this is the case, therapeutic help can alsoindirectly contribute towards relief.

Amber has a relieving effect on acuterheumatic attacks, pain, and sensitivity to

touch, raised temperatures and inflamma-tion. Raw or polished amber helps relievedamage following acute gout and should,therefore be placed on the tender or painfulareas as quickly as possible. It furthers acalm mood and a sunny outlook, andthereby helps to relieve the rheumaticattack, physically as well as emotionally.

In order to relieve symptoms that followan attack, place a raw or a polished crystalon the tender areas as quickly as possibleand wear a necklace or a pendant with bodycontact. Also, take gem essence (4-6 dropsevery half hour) or gem water (300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Chrysoprase can be placed on the ten-der area together with Amber when anattack of rheumatism occurs. Besides that itcan be worn even when there is no pain, inthe form of a necklace or a pendant withbody contact.

You can also take gem essence (3 drops,3 times daily) or gem water (20-50 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday). In this way it furthers detoxification ofthe tissues and helps heal the body of thegout. Emotionally, it helps bring grief andsuppressed anger into one’s awareness andeven helps one to ‘let go’ of these things. Itis one of the few crystals that can help withjealousy.

Diamond has a relieving effect on therheumatic attacks of chronic gout, if it is

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applied properly. Place small raw diamondsinto 100 ml of water or (diluted) white winefor this purpose for at least 24 hours. Drinkthe water, or the wine, over the course of thefollowing day, while the next batch is madeready (Hildegard von Bingen’s recipe). Carryon for several months, until all rheumaticsymptoms have vanished.

Diamonds bring order and clarity, with-out compromise, into one’s life; theycleanse and remove what we do not needand thus help us to discover even the mosthidden causes of disease – and then eradi-cate them.

Fluorite helps dissolve uric acid crystalsin joints in cases of advanced problems. Itmakes one conscious of suppressed feelingsand helps one emotionally to release oldburdens.

Place Fluorite on the tender areas whilstalso taking gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 timesdaily), in order to focus the effect. It canalso be worn in form of a necklace or a pen-dant with body contact for longer periods oftime.

Gum Disease

Bleeding and inflammation in the gums isoften caused by metabolic upsets, which, inturn, are caused by tissue becoming full oftoxins and waste matter. A lack of vitamins(especially vitamin C) or hormonal changes

at puberty or the menopause can also be acause.

Of course, this assumes that there is oth-erwise good dental hygiene and that anygum problems are not caused by actualinjuries or lack of such hygiene (see Detoxi-fication).

Periodontosis is a form of gum diseasewhere actual shrinking of the gums occursthat is caused directly by inflammation.Again this can be the result of a defectivesupply of nutrients or toxification of thegums. As with all serious oral problems,consult a dentist as soon as possible andbefore the teeth become loose.

Apart from the above, the most effectivetreatment for gum disease is to rinse themouth and the teeth regularly with organic,cold pressed sunflower oil, for some 10 to 20minutes a day. Under no circumstancesswallow the oil but spit it out afterwardsand rinse thoroughly with tepid water!

The oil absorbs toxic and waste sub-stances. In addition, the rinsing will pro-duce a rapid improvement in a very shorttime.

Jet, Amber and Rhodonite are particu-larly helpful in dealing with bleeding andinflammation in the gums and with peri-odontosis.

Place a tumbled stone in the mouth,take gem essence (3-5 drops, 3-5 timesdaily), or gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

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Haemorrhoids

Haemorrhoids are bulging, sometimesknot-like, expansions of the network ofblood vessels above the rectal muscle. Theyare caused by weak connective tissue, whichhas, in turn, been caused by chronic consti-pation and pushing hard during a bowelmovement, a lifestyle that includes sittingdown a lot, or in connection with preg-nancy. Haemorrhoids first manifest them-selves as an itching, stabbing pain orbright-red blood in the stools. Later, thesemay also be cracks in the skin, as a result ofpermanent inflammatory states, abscessesand the occurrence of extremely painfulthromboses in the affected veins. In suchcases, seek immediate help from a doctor.

To avoid letting matters get that far,haemorrhoids should be encouraged toshrink as soon as possible. For this purpose,exercise such as regular walks, a diet rich infibre and – if necessary – treatment of theintestines to prevent constipation are allrecommended.

Agate in various forms but with a veinsignature is particularly recommended foruse in connection with haemorrhoids.These can be agates with circular, concen-tric rings (so-called Eye-Agates) that resem-ble cross sections of veins or the MexicanCrazy Lace Agates with red markings,which, so to speak, visually display theentire network of veins in the rectal area

perfectly. Agates can be affixed above therectum or worn in one’s underwear for anexternal application. For an internal appli-cation, one can drink water, in which thecrystals have been placed for one or twodays.

Amethyst may help relieve the itchinessand can be worn in one’s underwear or beapplied externally in the form of Hildegardvon Bingen’s Amethyst Water (see page 25)

Heliotrope is advised when there isinflammation. It is best to apply it bothexternally and internally. Externally: placea tumbled stone in one’s underwear orapply gem water.

Internally: Take gem essence (3-7 drops,3-5 times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of the day.

Rhodonite is applied in the same way asHeliotrope where minor bleeding occurs. Itfurthers both the healing of the wound andshrinkage of the haemorrhoids.

Hay Fever

Hay fever is an allergic reaction to certaintypes of flower, grass and tree pollen. Itoccurs at the flowering time of the specificplants to which the sufferer is allergic and isresult of irritation of the mucous mem-branes of the upper respiratory tract(sinuses). Typical symptoms are swellingand inflammation of the nasal mucous

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membranes, attacks of violent sneezing, arunny nose, painful sinuses – along withan itching, burning and watering of theeyes. Severe cases may even produce a hightemperature and irritation of the mucousmembranes of the mouth, throat, or even ofthe bronchia – as well as asthma attacks.

Most cases of hay fever can be treatedsuccessfully with healing crystals – although,as with all other types of allergies, a regimeof thorough detoxification is also recom-mended as a supportive measure.

Diet is also an important factor here andit is advisable to have a doctor, specialist oralternative practitioner test for possible foodallergies. In addition, rest and the rightamount of sleep will encourage overallregeneration.

Finally, in many cases, it is always worthconsidering the emotional side of things asa contributary cause.

In addition to therapy using the crystalsdescribed below, black caraway seed oil hasalso proved to be a great help in treatingcases of hay fever. Take a teaspoon of the oilthree times daily, or according to require-ments.

See also: Allergies; AsthmaAquamarine is the first crystal of choice

for treating hay fever as it is most com-monly used for allergies that show seriousreactions in the respiratory system. For suf-ferers of hay fever, Aquamarine should beapplied before the beginning of and during

the entire pollen season. Emotionally,Aquamarine encourages a sense of lightnessand a relaxed attitude, especially whenthere is a feeling of having to fend off toomany annoying and irksome externalinfluences.

Landscape Jasper is also a great help intreating hay fever. It cleanses the tissues oftoxins and waste metabolic products, and soshould be used for at least a month beforethe onset of pollen distribution. LandscapeJasper has a calming effect in cases of ner-vousness and excitement and helps toreduce stress.

Ocean Jasper with a green and whitemarkings, or with clearly visible inclusionsof pure Chalcedony (the transparent parts),is also helpful in cleansing the body andregulating the body’s immune system. Itreduces any tendency to allergies and sohelps with hay fever, if employed earlyenough. It also encourages a new, positiveattitude towards springtime and to natureand all other areas of life which otherwisemight be associated with the worry – even adread – of another annual bout of hayfever.

These crystals should be initially worn asa bracelet, necklace, or pendant, as a drilledand polished stone or as a piece of jewellery.When the pollen season begins, also takethem internally as gem essences (5-7 drops,5 times daily) or gem water (200–300mltaken in sips during the course of the day).

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Headaches

Headaches are in general a sign of stress,tension, overtiredness, or various kinds ofillnesses. (After all, a big problem is oftenreferred to as a “major headache”) Theycan originate from the muscles, blood ves-sels, nerves or the brain’s membranes. Ifthere is no obvious external cause (such asa blow to the head, etc.) the causes are usu-ally inflammation, blood pressure or otherchanges in the composition of the body’sfluids.

Any one of these can arise from one ofthe following, or from any combination:• Tension, particularly because of bad

posture (tension of the back and theback of the neck when driving) or eye-strain (reading in bad light, working forlong periods in front of a computermonitor)

• Feverish illnesses (colds; flu; sinusitis;conjunctivitis; cerebrospinal meningitisor encephalitis, etc.)

• Hormonal changes (e. g. before men-struation)

• Changes in the blood pressure (bloodcirculation disturbances in the brain,high blood pressure, falling blood pres-sure in connection with migraine).

• Metabolic and digestive disturbances(hunger, feelings of “an empty stomach”,or low blood sugar)

• Hypersensitivity in connection withchanging weather (e. g. in connection

with hot autumnal winds, poor air qual-ity with lowered oxygen content, etc.)

• Problems with the cervical spinal col-umn

• Nervous and emotional causes (majorproblems, things on one’s mind)

• Severe general diseases (e. g. kidneyproblems)In all practicality, such a wide range of

causes means that a doctor should examineany one with a headache that lasts for morethan 24 hours.

One part of any headache cure is toremove earrings, hair slides hair bands andnecklaces. Then, stroke the forehead gentlywith the fingers or fingernails, over the headand towards the back of the neck. Thisshould be complemented by other activitiesand treatments: taking physical exercise infresh air; applying cold compresses to theforehead and/or the back of the neck; hav-ing a foot massage; taking alternate hotand cold showers or baths.

The combination of calming and stimu-lating essential oils in an aroma lamp (e. g.lavender-lemon grass) will also help.

Se also: Migraine.Any application of crystal treatment

must depend on the diagnosed cause. Aheadache that occurs only once, and thecause of which is well known (tensionheadache, migraine, seasonal headache,etc.) will have its specific remedial treat-ment. However, the following have allproved be helpful.

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Amethyst is very beneficial for tensionheadaches having their origin in eyestrainand from tension in the back of the neck orthe spine (see above listing).

Take a druse the size of a saucer and, aswith brush, without touching the body, strokefrom the forehead over the top of the head tothe back of the neck (see Fig. 9). If you make4-5 parallel strokes from the front hairline tothe ear, on both sides repeat this 3-4 times,the headache will, in most cases, disappear.

Rock Crystal in the form of small“Herkimer Diamonds” will relieveheadaches without any obvious causes –and all types of headaches that occur as aconsequence of blood pressure changes,hypersensitivity to changes in the weather,or of general disease.

Make an isosceles (three-equal sided)triangle of three small Herkimer Diamondspointing upwards and outwards on the fore-head. As a rule, the headache will thendecrease in intensity, even within a couple

of minutes. If necessary, vary the size of thetriangle.

Amber helps alleviate headaches thatare caused by hormonal changes (e. g.premenstrual tension and so forth), bymetabolic and digestive problems, or bynervous or emotional causes. Wear a neck-lace (for best results) or a pendant withdirect body contact. Alternatively, take gemessence (7-10 drops when required) or gemwater, if essence is unavailable.

Emerald helps with headaches asso -ciated with inflammation and feverish ill-nesses. In such cases, place or affix a crystalor a polished gem on the forehead; or weara necklace (as the best choice) with directbody contact – or a pendant for a longerperiod.

As an alternative, take gem essence (3-9drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Magnesite and Rhodonite are helpfulwith all headaches. In a glass of water, mixthe gem essence from of the crystals withBach flower rescue remedy. Drink this overthe course of the day along with lots of other(non-alcoholic) fluids.

Smoky Quartz, like Amethyst, relievestension headaches. Most effective is to wearit as a necklace, preferably of amber (whyamber?) beads. It has a permanent reliev-ing effect on the specific causal tension andcan, therefore, also be worn along withAmethyst after treatment.

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Fig. 9: Treatment with an

Amethyst for tension headaches.


Head Colds

A head cold is an acute or chronic inflam-mation of the nasal mucous membranesand sinuses, which is accompanied byincreased secretions from the nose, sneez-ing, and a runny or stuffy nose. It is mainlyprovoked by viral infections. Infection andcold temperatures “catching a chill”, arethe external factors that cause a head cold.Internal factors are the accumulation oflymph and tissues laden with toxins andwaste, especially because of cow’s milk[dairy] products, which make the spread ofviruses possible. Milk cows are nowadayskept in a way that is, targeted towards massproduction of milk this means it is difficultfor our bodies to digest their milk, this inturn leads to the above-mentioned pollu-tion of the tissues. The factors that lead toproblems with dairy produce are, amongothers, lack of enzymes and residues ofmedicines and other harmful substances.This pollution of the body impedes theactivity of the immune system and, in thisway, opens the floodgates to disease andgerms.

See also Colds; Flu; SinusitisThe same precautions generally applied

against colds should be taken to prevent ahead cold – regular physical exercise infresh air (in all kinds of weather), sleepingat night with an open window, ending anybath with a cold shower, foregoing dairyproducts, colonic therapy and regular

detoxification (see Detoxification). In addi-tion, rinsing the mouth and teeth withorganic cold-pressed sunflower oil for 10 to20 minutes every day is effective. Under nocircumstances swallow the oil; but moveit around the teeth and spit it out after-wards, then rinse thoroughly with tepidwater!

Crystals that have a generally healingeffect on colds can also be applied againsthead colds. Two of them, in particular, haveproved to have an outstanding effect.

Heliotrope is most effective againstacute head colds, especially when addi-tional bacterial infections have caused theformation of heavy mucus.

Place a flat tumbled stone orsection/slice at the right and left sides of thenose and below the nose, or place in themouth. It also helps to take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily, or when required), orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Emerald is helpful with chronic headcolds, those that drag on, and when thenose fails to start running in order to clearthe infection. It hinders inflammation ofthe mucous membranes in the nose andhalts its progress to the sinuses and relievesalready manifesting sinusitis (see Sinusitis).

Emotionally, Emerald brings greaterclarity of thought and orientation in anyconfusing life situations that cause loss ofperspective, a condition that often manifestsitself physically through a stuffy nose.

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Place one Emerald on the bridge of thenose, another under the nose and/or a thirdone in the mouth. Also, take gem essence(5-9 drops, 3 times daily or when required)or gem water (200–300 ml taken in sipsover the course of the day).

Hearing Loss

Sudden loss of, or severely diminished hear-ing, tends only to occur in one ear,although it can lead to sudden deafness. Itsdirect cause is almost certainly disturbancesin blood circulation of the inner ear, which,in themselves, may have various causes.These include deposits in blood vessels,cramp in blood vessels, and any problemswith the neck or spinal column. (See also:Hearing Problems.)

On the other hand, many cases of a sud-den loss of hearing cannot be explainedadequately. However, there are certain mea-sures that can be adopted immediately.Drink lots of clear fluids and, if necessarymake and drink herbal infusions in order toalleviate the condition as quickly as possi-ble, so that the acute loss of hearing doesnot become permanent hardness of hear-ing, or deafness. Above all, though, a doctorshould treat any acute loss of the hearingimmediately.

Hardness of hearing – a gradual deterio-ration of hearing – can occur as a result ofinfections in the middle ear, viral infections

and disease of the hearing nerves such asshingles, or degenerative processes (so-called age-dependent hardness of hearing,which is probably caused by chronicallyimpaired circulation). Deposits in the bloodvessels may also be responsible. (See also:Middle Ear Infections.)

All types of ear problems have in com-mon the important part played by the circu-lation. Any upsets with blood flow are, inturn, connected with infections, depositionof toxins in the tissues and deposits in theblood vessels. Detoxification cures are,therefore, very important as preventivemeasures (see Detoxification).

For immediate treatment, however, crys-tal therapy that aids the circulation andprevents inflammation is a good stand by.The following can be applied on the way tothe doctor or as a supplement to the result-ing treatment. – Although one shouldrefrain from self-treating without adequateknowledge.

Sardonyx is the most important crystalfor all kinds of ear problems. It helps inmany cases, from increasingly impairedhearing, through to hardness of hearing. Ifit is applied immediately, it may also help,quickly and efficiently, in cases of a suddenloss of hearing. Its wide-ranging effect isprobably due to the fact that it stimulatesboth blood and lymph flow.

In acute cases, place or hold a tumbledstone or a section/slice on the affected ear.In addition, take gem essence as a supple-

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ment (to begin with, 15 drops, later on 5-7drops, 3-5 times daily); or drink gem water(up to 1 litre over the course over the day).

Garnet Pyrope is best as second choicein connection with ear problems. It helpswith both blood circulation and repair of aninfected inner ear. In cases of a sudden lossof hearing, hold or place a tumbled stone ora crystal, directly on the affected ear – orwear it as a necklace or pendant

It is also helpful to take gem essence(3-7 drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Heliotrope helps above all with noisesin the ear (tinnitus) and impairment of thehearing, in particular when infections andinflammation have preceded the problem,or are still present.

Apply the so-called ear-olive, which iscarefully introduced into the outer ear.These ear-olives have a little eye in one end,to which a small string is attached, whichcan be used to draw it out of the ear again.

Rhodonite, Ocean Jasper, Turquoiseand Black Tourmaline also sometimeshave a positive effect on noises in the ear(tinnitus) and gradual impairment of hear-ing right through to definite hardness ofhearing. This may be caused by animprovement in the blood circulation(Rhodonite), stimulation of the lymph flowand detoxification (Ocean Jasper), relieffrom acidification and poisoning(Turquoise), or by an improved energy sup-

ply to the ear (Tourmaline).Place a tumbled stone or a slice/section

of Rhodonite, Ocean Jasper, Turquoise orBlack Tourmaline on the ear or wear as anecklace or a pendant. Alternatively, takegem essence (3-9 drops, 3 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Hearing Problems

Apart from inflammation (see Middle EarInfections) noises in the ears, sudden loss ofthe hearing and acquired hardness of hear-ing are amongst the most frequent ear andhearing problems.

Noises in the ear – generally called tin-nitus – are usually experienced as a contin-ual ringing, humming, roaring or buzzingin the ear – especially at night or when thesurroundings are quiet. It is a highly irritat-ing problem and causes great discomfort onthe sufferer.

Tinnitus was previously consideredmostly to be the result of ear diseases.Nowadays, it appears increasingly that ithas no single identifiable cause – althoughblood circulation problems or damage tothe hearing nerves can definitely contributeto the condition, which has also beenobserved in connection with acidaemia andpoisoning. Nevertheless, both traditionalmedical and alternative practices stillremain more or less perplexed

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Of course, like so many other ailments,noises in the ears can have an emotionalorigin. It could be even, literally, thatthings, which sound annoying – situationsthat one might describe in exasperation as“a constant yakking in the ear” – or thatone does not want to hear can be a cause.However, such connections are still highlyspeculative.

Some crystal have proved helpful indealing with tinnitus – but as there are stillmysteries surrounding the origins of thesenoises, it is not possible to state clearlywhich specific crystal will be the most effec-tive. It can often be a simple case of trialand error, with the following being recom-mended. (See also Hearing Loss.)

Garnet Pyrope helps with both bloodcirculation and repair of an infection of theinner ear.

In cases of a sudden loss of the hearing,hold or place a tumbled stone, or a crystal,directly on the affected ear – or wear it as anecklace or pendant in cases of noises in theear.

It is also helpful to take gem essence(3-7 drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Heliotrope helps with noises in the ear,especially when infections and inflamma-tion have preceded the problem, or are stillpresent.

Heliotrope can be applied in the form ofso-called “ear-olive”, which is carefully

introduced into the outer ear. These aresmall smooth pieces of the crystal, which asmall eyehole pierced at one end, to which asmall thread is attached. An ear-olive isintroduced with great care and only shal-lowly into the outer ear, using the attachedthread to draw it out of the ear again aftertreatment.

Rhodonite, Ocean Jasper, Turquoiseand Black Tourmaline can also have apositive effect on tinnitus that may becaused by circulation problems. Rhodonitecan cause an improvement in the blood cir-culation and stimulate lymph flow OceanJasper will also assist in a similar way withdetoxification, whilst Turquoise can bringrelief from acidification and poisoning andTourmaline improves the overall energysupply to the ear.

Place a tumbled stone or a slice/sectionof Rhodonite, Ocean Jasper, Turquoise orBlack Tourmaline on the ear or wear as anecklace or pendant. Alternatively, take gemessence (3-9 drops, 3 times daily) or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Heartburn

Heartburn occurs, when acidic stomachcontents flow back up into the oesophagus.This leads to a burning or rasping sensa-tion, which goes all the way up to thethroat. It is caused by acidification and

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over-extension of the stomach, especiallyafter eating fatty, very sweet, or acidic foods.Sometimes, heartburn occurs as a conse-quence of a too low a stomach acid content,which then causes a fermentation of thestomach contents. Persistent heartburn canlead to inflammation in the mucous mem-branes of the throat.

A suitable diet is clearly the best remedyfor heartburn on causal level. Such a dietshould include limited consumption ofmeat, meat-based products, eggs, cheeseand milk and avoiding coffee, tobacco,sweets and alcohol.

Kaolin, a type of clay rich in mineralsthat relieve stomach problems, and thejuice of half a lemon in a glass of water canrelieve acute heartburn.

Diaspor, Magnesite and Turquoisehave been shown to have good results inrelieving heartburn, with Diaspor being themost effective of the three.

Place a crystal (Diaspor) or a tumbledstone (Magnesite or Turquoise) on the stom -ach; or wear as a bracelet, necklace or apendant. Alternatively, take as gem es sence(3-7 drops) or gem water (50–100 ml takenin small sips over the course of the day).

Heart Problems

Heart problems are usually experienced bythe onset of palpitations, painful twinges,and general feelings of unease or oppres-

sion, pains, burning sensations, fear andbreathlessness. All can be caused by inflam-mations, arteriosclerosis, a weak heart orother cardiac diseases that must be treatedimmediately in order to avoid permanentdamage to the heart or an acute threat tolife.

The first step must always be to seek adoctor or a reliable and qualified alternativepractitioner. In cases of even more seriousproblems, call the emergency medical ser-vices IMMEDIATELY. Only later, after theprofessional examination, should any mea-sures be taken that involve the beneficialeffect of healing crystals.

Crystals should only be applied in addi-tion to medication and applications pre-scribed by a doctor. Such crystal use is com-plementary and supportive in andcontributing to a normalisation of heartfunction.

The heart provides the basic rhythm ofthe human organism and through the cir-culation; it ensures the supply of blood toall cells, tissues and organs. However, it isnot the only organ that is involved with thepumping of blood around the body. Withoutthe active involvement of the musculararteries, it would not be able by itself topush the total and required volume of bloodthrough the whole system of veins andarteries. Without the integrated mechanismof the whole human body, it would be overwhelmed in the long run. This is wherecrystals with a beneficial effect on the heart

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also help the circulation and general effi-ciency of blood vessels.

Traditional Chinese medicine expressesthis connection between the heart and thecirculation very clearly, with its symbolismof the ancient imperial state:

The heart is the Emperor who sets the tone;the circulation is his highest civil servant,

who does the work– and woe betide the Emperor whose

civil servants are idle!

Unfortunately, modern western medi-cine often has the effect of over-stimulatingthe heart when the circulation is seemingly“idle”, but is perfectly normal and routine.This is a mistake. Over the short or longterm, it can in itself cause heart problems.On the other hand, rather than using mod-ern treatments “off the shelf”, as it were, ifone looks for the causes for the reducedblood circulation, there are usually con-tributing circumstances. These can includedeposits of toxins and waste products in theblood vessels and their walls; also, a nar-rowing, widening or inflamed state thathave their roots in tissues that have becomepolluted with toxins and waste products.Detoxification is therefore extremely impor-tant, in order to prevent heart problems (seeDetoxification).

Specifically, in cases of coronary attacks,the connection between deposits of toxinsand arteriosclerosis is clearly evident. Pre-

ventive precautions are therefore more orless the same as those applied in cases ofarteriosclerosis. In other words, adopt astrict diet, without animal proteins but richin vitamins (particularly vitamins C andE). At the same time, it is vital to take suffi-cient physical exercise – and ensure youhave plenty of rest, sleep and time for regen-eration.

It is now accepted generally that tension,stress, emotional problems and – above all,an overall lack of joie-de-vivre – are harm-ful to the heart. Therefore, it is alsoextremely important to maintain a positiveattitude and beneficial lifestyle. It is alwaysfar better to get on with things, whetherhobbies, personal ambitions, family life andhaving friends, rather than giving up on toomany facets of life and forever postponingthem until later. In summary, “later”should always begin now!

Crystals can support the heart in threeways. They can act preventively by support-ing the detoxification process and therebythe circulation; they can relieve acute prob-lems; and they can have a positive emo-tional input. All of the following are effec-tive at these three levels.

Aventurine enhances the detoxificationprocess within the body tissue, especially inpreventing the formation of deposits in thecoronary arteries that supply blood to theheart muscle. Emotionally, Aventurine alsoencourages relaxation, regeneration andrecuperation.

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Pink Chalcedony relieves symptoms ofa “racing heart”, an accelerated heart rate,and strengthens the heart itself. It relievesinflammation in an around the heart, par-ticularly in the case of a persistent cold orbout of flu. It supports the processes ofcleansing and detoxification and thusincreases the flow of blood. In this way, itclearly eases the work of the heart. Emo-tionally, Pink Chalcedony encourages kind-ness, cordiality, inner peace, understandingand helpfulness. It also helps in cases ofheart neuroses and heart problems withoutany apparent organic cause but that arisebecause of any fears about the heart.

Heliotrope relieves inflammation andprevents the further narrowing and forma-tion of deposits in blood vessels. It can alsobe applied as a preventative for coronariesand in the case of any apparent heart attack(i. e. sudden and severe heart pains), and asan emergency crystal (whilst waiting for adoctor in an emergency). In such circum-stances, one should hold a polishedHeliotrope section or a flat, tumbled stoneover the heart until the crystal fells warm tothe touch, i. e. as per body heat. Thenexchange it for a new, cool crystal.Heliotrope helps to deal with the unforeseensituation and to maintain necessary controland alleviate feelings of fear or panic.

Rose Quartz helps with disturbances ofthe heart rhythm. An irregular heartbeat isoften connected with an irregular rhythm oflife. Consequently, Rose Quartz reintroduces

recognition of such fundamental require-ments as rest, sleep, recreation, nutrition,closeness, protection and a sense of security.In this way one’s lifestyle changes can oftenbe automatically beneficial to the heart.

Rutile Quartz helps any fears that onemay have about the heart. It has a relievingeffect on feelings of constriction and oppres-sion and helps one find a new sense of joie-de-vivre. On the inner by reinforcingimportant wishes, goals and visions. RutileQuartz is an anti-depressive and so has arelieving effect in cases of deep grief.

Sard strengthens the heart. It improvesthe circulation and blood supply, helps witha weak heart and any irregularities of heartrhythm. Sard also stabilises the heart’sfunction in any cases of strain and long-lasting stress It also helps when “we takesomething too much to heart”, are too “soft-hearted” or even suffer from a “brokenheart”.

Watermelon Tourmaline helps with allkind of heart problems. It enhancespatience, loving and tender emotions,relieves fears and prevents any detrimentalover-excitement. Place a polished section onthe heart (attaching with adhesive plaster)for use as a prophylaxis. In acute cases,wear it in the form of a necklace or a pen-dant.

Overall, for all of the above, place a tum-bled stone or polished section in the generalarea of the heart. In addition, you can weara necklace or a pendant with direct body

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contact over the heart, and/or take gemessence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily) or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Herpes

Infection by the herpes virus may lead to awhole range of diseases such as shingles,conjunctivitis, infections of the genitals, etc.This book cannot really cover these ill-nesses, as they should always and only betreated professionally. Consequently, thisentry is confined solely with the small lipblisters that are caused by the Herpes sim-plex virus.

There can often be a relatively longperiod between transmission of the infec-tion and a visible outbreak. The outbreakcan be triggered by such diverse causes asthe ultra-violet radiation of strong sunlight, colds, seemingly small injuries(cracked lips caused by dry air, etc.), over-consumption of alcohol, exhaustion orgeneral stress. The symptoms are an initialfeeling of tightness on the lips, together withslight itching. This develops gradually andbecomes a burning sensation, before theblister itself appears. Initially, such blistersare reddish and painful to the touch. Aftersome time, the blister cracks, leaking a yel-lowish serum. Finally the blister starts dry-ing out and eventually heals.

Unfortunately, anyone who has already

experienced herpes has a high probability ofgetting it again. Alas, in most cases, it can-not be totally eradicated, as the virusremains dormant within the system untilone of the triggers mentioned above causesthe formation of a new lip blister. These arenot the signs of a severe illness, but areextremely unpleasant nonetheless. As theyattack the lips in particular, and are there-fore highly visible, they are also extremelyunattractive. For this reason alone, it is agood idea to take immediate action at thefirst feeling of discomfort around the lips.

The best remedy for herpes is an extractof lemon balm leaves (Melissa officinalis),which is applied to the affected spot imme-diately upon the first feeling of any tight-ness or soreness. Essential oils of myrrh andtea tree oil have the same healing effect.

Chrysoprase is the crystal with the bestoverall effect. Place it in your mouth, like asweet (using a tumbled stone) while, at thesame time, regularly moistening theaffected spot with the crystal; the faster youstart such treatment, the better.

Lapis lazuli can be used in addition, asa supplement or if you do not have access toChrysoprase It can be placed directly on theaffected area, as either a raw or polishedstone. First and foremost, it will relieve theburning sensation.

Rhodonite can be applied if the blistersare open. It supports the healing process butalso prevents the formation of the smallreddish scars.

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You can also take gem essence preparedwith the crystals mentioned (2-3 drops perhour). If you apply alcoholic preparations,be careful they not to come into direct con-tact with the blisters.

Gem water, on the other hand, can bothbe applied externally and internally(200–300 ml daily, taken in small sips overthe course of the day); with Chrysoprase,however, take only 20–50 ml).

Hoarseness

Hoarseness is a coarsening or partial loss ofthe voice which is caused either by an infec-tion of the upper respiratory tract (seeColds) or an overuse of one’s voice. Emo-tional causes such as excitement, stagefright, last-minute nerves, difficulties inuncomfortable situations, or suppressedanger, can also lead to hoarseness. (Seealso: Throat Problems)

Amazonite is helpful with hoarsenessdue to voice strain of any form, when onehas “a lump in one’s throat”, or when onecannot express grief, distress, unhappinessor “bare one’s soul”.

Aquamarine is particularly effective,when hoarseness occurs in connection withallergic reactions, excitement, nerves or inconnection with periods of stress. It helps toassert oneself verbally and thus to be heard.

Blue Chalcedony can be used in casesof hoarseness caused by respiratory infec-

tions or by great stress causing voice strain.It also helps in expressing oneself, and soonce had the nickname “stone of the speak-ers” for several centuries.

Lapis lazuli is a good choice whenhoarseness occurs as a result of suppressedanger or difficulties in speaking aboutunpleasant matters. Furthermore, it helpswhen the voice has become hoarse – oreven loss of voice – because it has beenstrained.

Sodalite helps with long-term hoarse-ness when something unspoken gets “stuckin the throat”. It also encourages theimmediate and conscious statements at theappropriate time

For all the above, place or affix a pol-ished crystal or section, or a crystal on thethroat, or wear a necklace, or a pendantwith body contact close to the throat. Alsotry gem essence (3-7 drops, 3 times daily) orgem water (200–300 ml, taken in smallsips over the course of the day.)

Homesickness

Homesickness is a strong yearning for oneshome, an uncomfortable and often oppres-sive feeling which occurs together with astrong desire to see once more some famil-iar surroundings and faces, connected withwhatever we feel to be “home” or “ournative soil”. When we suffer homesickness,we might even experience feelings akin to

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grief – a sign that we have lost what we arefamiliar with – a sense of heartbreak, lossof appetite, lack of interest in present sur-roundings, feelings of loneliness – andmany other accompanying phenomena.Indeed, because homesickness is mainlyemotional and psychological in character,extreme cases can even assume a psychoso-matic character and can lead to real ill-nesses.

Homesickness has a double effect uponus. On the one hand, we miss our familiarsurroundings (depending on the reason,duration and the conditions of the separa-tion), while, at the same time, we find it dif-ficult for to adapt to current, unfamiliarsurroundings. Consequently, it can some-times be helpful to have around you some-thing familiar, something that “carriesinformation” about one’s home; but thatcan also enable us to try and “tune in” tonew surroundings. It follows therefore thatcrystals can fit the bill for both theserequirements.

Minerals that occur naturally in the soilof where we consider to be home, and withwhich we can feel deeply connected to insome way or another, can constitute a kindof “home spirit” for us. Using crystals orunpolished stones of these minerals, we cancreate a form of energy field by arrangingthem around our bed, placing them in thecorners of a living space or bedroom, or justcarrying them around with us. By so doing,we can create a form of spiritual atmo -

sphere akin to being at home, even if itpurely in one’s mind. Thereby, we carry ourhome in our heart and so can lessen thefeeling of loss and alienation that constitutehomesickness. Some very beneficial effectshave been obtained by people, homesickand far away from home, say, it in a foreigncountry, and who regularly used the follow-ing crystals.

Chrysoprase is very effective for home-sickness. Basically, it has the effect of help-ing us develop feelings of inner peace andsecurity, so that we can feel the sentimentsof actually becoming part of ones “nativesoil”, no matter where we are. It is a partic-ularly good in helping children, who havebee separated from their parents, e. g. at aholiday camp, a school retreat, or the like. Apendant that can be worn around the neck,and also be held in the hand, can be a greathelp in such cases, when one is really down-hearted.

Amber has a similar effect, especially ifit is a piece that one has already worn, orbeen carried or worn by someone we knowwell, for a long time. As amber is excellentfor storing information, it helps capture“home vibrations”, this, as well as its typi-cally carefree-cheerful properties make it aperfect personal anti-homesickness crystal.

Apart from these, other crystals too canprovide inner peace and be helpful for alle-viating homesickness.

Agate can provide inner peace, securityand protection.

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Amethyst can be worn or carried to over-come the worries associated with homesick-ness.

Dumortierite will help with any form ofworry or stress as a result of its well-known“take-it-easy” properties.

Lavender Jade and Serpentine willcontribute to creating inner peace.

Overall, of the above, the best results sofar have been obtained with the Chrysopraseand Amber as “homeland” crystals.

For the second aspect of homesickness,using crystals to help adapt to new sur-roundings, cordiality and contact betweenpeople is far the best answer. It is self evidentthat such interaction is essential if onewants to achieve better contact with currentcircumstances and surroundings and soovercome the feeling of being a stranger.However, there can often be situations wherecultural differences, local customs, physicalsurroundings, language, climate, life styleand overall ethos can seem very unfamiliarto us if away from home or when abroad.For many people, however willing, this iswhen it is helpful to engage consciouslywith the unfamiliar and to absorb what onemight term its “earth information”. Drinklocal water if known to be safe; eat localfood prepared in traditional ways; try tast-ing the local beverages and drinks; andfamiliarise oneself as much as possible withthe landscape and natural history of theplace. In this way, one can become familiarwith the new surroundings on many differ-

ent levels – and the feeling of being astranger will relatively easy to change to oneof becoming acquainted with everyday life,customs, and so forth. Then, a far bettertime can be experienced and enjoyed verysoon after being immersed in our new sur-roundings.

Quite simply it can even be a help to pickup a stone from any new surroundings –preferably in a beautiful or pleasant spotwhere you feel comfortable and so have pos-itive associations with – and then carry itabout on a daily basis. Believe it or not, thiscan also help with accessing the way ofthinking of the region or country and itspeople. (But take care that your chosen‘stone’ does not happen to be a gemstonefrom a local mine, or an archaeologicalfind – in some countries this could causeyou quite a few problems!)

Petrified Wood is one form of crystalthat helps one ‘take root’ rapidly in newsurroundings. These minerals occur as asmall piece of fossilised tree, of which thereare many kinds. It is best to choose a raw ora tumbled stone or a cut and polished sec-tion that feels comfortable and helpful toyou. Bracelets, necklaces or pendants canalso be worn and so enable you to enter intoa ‘personal relationship’ with them and theland.

Noble Opal (curiosity), Fire Opal(enthusiasm), Mookaite (variety/newexperiences) Pink Chalcedony (cordialencounters) along with any other form of

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Opal are some other crystals that can helpin opening the mind and spirit to new sur-roundings and assist in a positive approachto new surroundings.

In practical terms, it is best to wear themas a bracelet, a necklace or a pendant withdirect body contact.

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Hyperactivity

The increasingly cited “Attention DeficitHyperactivity Disorder” (ADHD) and hyper-kinetic syndrome are different terms for aphenomenon in children and young adultsthat is receiving considerable attentionthese days but that is difficult to under-stand. For reasons that are explained belowand that I as the author hope will soon beobvious, it is easer initially to use just theterm “hyperactivity”.

Hyperactivity has been increasinglyidentified over the years and is now under-stood to be a complex condition that caninclude such symptoms as unrest of thebody’s motor mechanisms, concentrationdisorders and impulsive actions. Yet, thatdefinition itself already shows how difficultit can be in practice to make a distinctionbetween a pathological condition and thenormal behaviour of a lively child. It seems

as if more and more teachers at schools andkindergartens confront parents with thisunqualified diagnosis of “hyperactivity”,simply because they cannot cope with thechild concerned. But even the medical pro-fession itself and other specialists stress thatthat one should not apply the term “patho-logical hyperactive” carelessly or irrespon -sibly.

It is not so surprising therefore that crit-ics of such ‘rushed’ assessments thereforequite rightly refers to the fact that at least90% of the children, who are characterisedas “pathologically hyperactive”, are actu-ally totally “normal” children by today’sstandards. Therefore, it is against that back-ground and on that basis that I will firstconcentrate on “general hyperactivity” –even if, in the end, some cases may be trulypathological.

The general observation is that nowa-days many children in westernised, modernsociety are more restless, lack concentrationand have more problems in social areas.There are many possible reasons for this,and I must apologise, in advance, if Iappear to dwell at some length on socialpolitics, but the problems of our childrenare, to a greater extent, of a societal nature,rather than individual ones.

In particular, I would like to draw atten-tion to five essential points, categorisedbelow, which I believe, sincerely, are themain factors that contribute to such “gen-eral hyperactivity”.

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1. Rapid over-stimulationThe modern media to which our childrenare now exposed (and even overwhelmed),but with which they so like to interact,expose all of us to optical and acoustic stim-ulation of extraordinarily high intensityand at very high speed. This goes for com-puter games, music videos, children’s filmsand other associated phenomena. If youcompare the modern, electronic-basedmedia with that of an earlier age, there isclearly a tremendous difference. Modernchildren become accustomed to this speedof presenting information and stimuli –and they adapt to it. In other words, theybecome restless, nervous, without muchconcentration and easily distracted. In fact,I venture to say that they represent to themarket in general the “ideal future humanbeing”, easily manipulated by advertise-ments and (usually) consumer-based trivialinformation – and that is exactly what isintended!

2. Reduced experience,inconsistency and disparityWithin the general media especially, there isnow a huge reduction in direct life experi-ence. This is accompanied by a disparitybetween real life and what the media pre-sents. A child at play in the open air canenjoy and use the full range of its senses,motor skills and creativity. This form ofactivity, through direct involvement andexperience, leads to sensory satisfaction –

and, finally, to healthy tiredness. In con-trast, children who are over-exposed to tele-vision viewing or occupied for most of theirtime with computer games of one form oranother become considerably limited andrestricted when it comes to using theirmotor skills and direct experience via all thesenses. To this, then add the minimal men-tal effort involved in watching the screen,that is paralleled physically only throughthe movements of the fingers. Yet, simul -taneously, on a sensory level, there is abombardment of contrasting stimulation –but limited solely to visual and acousticimpressions – which has to be digested.

Unsurprisingly, the basic consequencesare basically a “stressed out” child, lackingreal-life experiences, and who is thus onlyable release its inner tensions and burdensthrough uncontrolled (and sometimestotally hysterical) behaviour. Which is whythe unfortunate kid is then put back in frontof the “goggle-box” again, because theever-manic screen keeps child “so nice andquiet”. Irony upon irony, one might say, if itwere not far more important than a meresocial observation.

3. Out-of-step developmentIn addition to all of the above, today’s chil-dren develop physically and intellectuallyfaster than they do emotionally and socially.Whilst the factors I have listed as 1 and 2above certainly contribute to this phenome-non, intellectual development is also stimu-

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lated by the way the modern media presentthemselves.

Neither emotional development (whichpresupposes the full development of thesenses and creative play), nor social devel-opment (which can only be nurturedthrough the immediate, physical contact,that takes place between people), are stimu-lated by the mass media.

Coupled with the above, I think there arecontributory factors of an environmentaland dietary nature. There have certainlybeen serious scientific suggestions that theever-rising residues of drugs and hormonesin the water supply might be linked to ear-lier sexual maturity! Further, the generalmodern diet is packed with huge amountsof sugar, animal protein, phosphates, acids,etc. As a result, it contains more and moreof what I might most easily term as being“accelerating-components”, whilst “sub-stance-providing” ones, such as vitamins,minerals, enzymes and basic compoundsare more or less lacking. Such an unbal-anced mix and disharmony of the vital ele-ments of life create a continuous potentialfor frustration and inner conflict for theentire period of our development, fromchildhood, through youth and even on intoto adult life.

4. Goal-orientated upbringingIn my view, the climax of all of these imbal-ances and disharmony, however, is found inthe modern upbringing of children in west-

ern society. Increasingly, through officialpolicies and social pressures, intellectualdevelopment is pushed at earlier and earlierstages in a child’s education with a constantdesire for ever-higher levels of achievement.The goal seems not so much to be for thepersonal and overall enhancement of indi-viduals and society, but the creation of alabour force with a high level of achieve-ment that can be exploited for as long aspossible. More and more we are “licked intoshape” to fit the requirements at every levelof our modern and ever more inhumanindustry. Accordingly, the education isadapted to requirements that range fromthe need for an elite to the basic and acqui-escently mundane.

I suggest that it is exactly for this pur-pose, that intellectual disparity is neededand, as a result, emotional developmentand social maturity in general will take adownward curve. In many cases, an earlyalienation from the parents through full-time child-care in large groups further con-tributes to this downward curve. This is inno way meant to blame parents who,because of economic need, have little otherchoice. The blame should be directedtowards the market-based policies of societywhich are, thereby, so often deepening thegap between rich and poor. It may seem anirony in the twenty-first century to cite sucha phenomena. Yet it is a fact that that manyfamilies only can survive with two full-timewage earners. The result of these develop-

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ments and tendencies is that we see moreand more hyperactive children, more andmore depressed and suicidal teenagers, andmore and more unhappy adults. Surely, ourbiggest sin of omission is that we do notsubordinate all our modern achievementsto the larger goal of providing a happy life?Our children are bound to become “hyper-active”, if they are to cope with a worldfilled with the waste and mountains of debt,which they will undoubtedly inherit.

5. A modern collective subconscious –our zeitgeistFactors such as over-stimulation of thesenses at exorbitant speed, reduction ofdirect life experience, disparity with reality,disharmony in development and goal-ori-entated upbringing all combine to createwhat is often call a “morphogenetic field”,the zeitgeist (a valuable German termmeaning “spirit of the times”) whichshapes our modern times. Morphogeneticfields have been explained as being “thedeveloping and evolving mental fields com-mon to all, which influence our formationand behaviour”.

That is not necessarily an easy conceptto grasp. So, imagine there is a pool ofinformation, where all human experiencesare collected and stored, which are then atthe disposal of all so that one can learn andcontinue developing. But this is not a newidea; previously it was referred to as the“Akashic Archives” or “the Akashic Record”,

as a way of describing the collective subcon-scious.

What is even more interesting is that thepresence of morphogenetic fields can beproven empirically in behavioural research!For example, when many people learnsomething quite specific, even if they livegeographically miles apart from each otherand have so have never been in contact, itwill becomes increasingly easier for theirsuccessors to learn the same thing. Thisprinciple is evident very widely in the devel-opment of humans, animals, and plantsand even in cases of non-organic develop-ment processes (a multitude of examples ofthis type can be found in books by RupertSheldrake). According to this principle,morphogenetic fields are the true explan -ation of our system’s motor-driving evo -lution.

Consequently, this means that the col-lected experiences of a generation, its over-all psyche, intellectual, emotional andsocial achievements, all flow into the mor-phogenetic field. From there, they have animpact on the development of followinggenerations. Indeed, we create that veryzeitgeist ourselves, through our childrengrowing up and developing. Everything thatwe create on an emotional, spiritual andpsychological level is also passed on to ourdescendants!

I have gone into such detail and back-ground on this, as I am sure that this is alsothe reason why our children today are

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affected in their development by the afore-mentioned high- speed flood of informa-tion, reduction of experience, etc., whiletheir parents are still trying to find newpaths in order to support and raise theirfamily. However, the zeitgeist, the morpho-genetic influence, is like a maelstrom. Inessence, it cannot be avoided and so wemust learn to deal with it – for whether welike it or not, our children are born into afield full of unrest, rapid impulses, diver-sions, disharmony and tensions. In otherwords, what we term “hyperactivity” isnothing other than our own self-createdzeitgeist.

Against this background, it is thereforeimportant to consider the following inrespect of hyperactivity in children:

a) there are children who, as a conse-quence of a tranquillity that is rooted intheir very essence, are affected to a muchlesser extent by this zeitgeist; thus cannottruly be considered hyperactive.

b) there are children who show a clearresonance with this zeitgeist and thereforebecome very lively and active – but alsojumpy, impulsive and restless; this is a dis-play of normal hyperactivity.

c) there are children, whose predisposi-tion and constitution resonates so stronglywith the ruling zeitgeist that they suffer adistinct deterioration in their quality of lifeas a consequence of this experience; thiscan indeed be hyperactivity considered as“pathological”.

Against this background one has to askwhat our attitude towards hyperactivity isgoing to be.

What can we do then?Firstly, we have to accept that it exists, as

times have definitely changed, compared to20, 40 or 60 years ago! We cannot live in thepast or use its outdated perceptions.

Then, we must remind ourselves thathyperactivity is basically not a pathologicalcondition, but simply the ‘zeitgeist’. Suchchildren are not ill; and, the most impor-tant thing, albeit almost a truism, is that welove them and that is the greatest help thatwe can give them.

Apart from that, we can ensure that ourchildren can spend as much time as possi-ble accumulating meaningful sensoryexperiences, in a holistic sense, and engag-ing in creative play and activities. Theseinclude safe but free play, romping about inorder to experience the joy of having heapsof energy. There has to be the consciousexperiencing and encouragement of physi-cal agility or of any artistic and musical tal-ent, so as to learn how to control differenthuman energies. Direct contact with andexperience of the natural world and one’ssurroundings – seeing and knowing ani-mals, plants, stones and the elements – alsoplay an important part in this process.

If all the human senses really participatein the day-to-day experience and if thingsthat have been created with one’s ownhands can also be touched or experienced,

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then the soul can grow and develop. Posi-tive contact with parents, brothers and sis-ters, peers, adults and other living beings,also assist in the development of necessarysocial skills.

Giving a child the opportunity for sharedgames and projects – in whatever “ safehaven” is available, where it can play withpeers without exaggerated adult control – isfar better than simply loading it with a widerange of toys. Give your child a “nest’ whileit is small; then a playground and a safeplace, when it is at toddler age. Later, pro-vide understanding, interest and support,when it first goes to school; then, above all,have an open ear, when the child becomes ateenager. Even if you get an earful of com-plaints (which is almost inevitable!), it isimportant that you remain open to whatthey have to say.

So, give your child a supportive sense oforder that it can trust and rely upon alongwith a regular, daily rhythm of life. Regularsleep, regular and preferably shared meal-times, and regular bedtimes are part of sucha pattern – plus some spare time, duringwhich you can give your child your atten-tion. Such a routine is the best possiblebasis for a child’s emotional and inner sta-bility. Indeed, much more can be said, butthat is somewhat beyond the scope of thisbook.

Encourage your child’s natural positiveinclinations as far as possible. As parents,we often have to strike a difficult balance.

On the one hand, it is important to keep onmotivating the child to persist in a learningsituation until real success is experienced(e. g. when learning to play a new instru-ment). On the other hand, it remains vitalnot to force a child into doing something itno longer wants to do. Yet, even when truemotivation is clearly important as a counterto the short-lived zeitgeist, the child’swishes, preferences and inclinations shouldbe given a higher priority than parentalambitions!

We can also emphasise consciously themain points or features in the choice of thechild’s educational direction. A woodland orgreen-based playgroup, for example, offer-ing a natural experience of the seasons pro-duces far more input to the senses and cre-ative potential than does a house or totallyindoor centre, be it ever so well equipped.The same goes for the policy and facilities ofschools, within budget limitations andunavoidable constraints.

Finally, it is also extremely important forparents to support life goals expressed bytheir children. It may be a truism, but wecan only find real emotional and mentalhappiness, when allowed to develop ourown lives. This has to be achieved withinourselves and not by having to follow exter-nal edicts, no matter how well intentionedthey might be. Thus, the most difficult andyet most rewarding development in anyadult-child-relationship is its transforma-tion into a friendship – and one based upon

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equality between the (by now) young adultsand older ones.

However, even with such an overall andencompassing encouragement during thedevelopment of our children, there are stillbound to be some hyperactive phases. Evenwith the best of intentions by the caringadults, children can become restless, loseconcentration, fail to persevere, haveextreme mood changes, become aggressive,experience difficulties socially, etc. As a con-sequence, they can rob us of many a night’ssleep through worry and causing a greatdeal of perplexity. In the end, though, chil-dren have their own will and well-developedobstinacy. Maybe it is lucky that it is not aseasy to “train” them, as many psychologistsstill believe!

One thing we can be sure about, never-theless, is that the helpful measures out-lined below will work much better, on abasis of loving, gentle encouragement, thanif we leave the development and theupbringing of our children to television,computers, electronic games and so forth.So, whilst it remains extremely importantthat they become familiar with modernmedia and technology, this should happen,wherever possible, within a larger frame-work – one that offers many other, benefi-cial and positive experiences and possibili-ties for overall, sound development.

So, looking again more directly athyperactivity, it becomes extreme or even“pathological” mainly in cases where there

is already some predisposition or innercause, as well as when influenced by factorspreviously described and that intensify suchbehaviour.

Within the framework of crystal healingthe basic human constitution is closely con-nected with the actual physical molecularstructure of the minerals – the crystal lat-tice itself. So, in that context and in cases ofhyperactive phenomena, four basic crystalconfigurations need to be identified:

The triclinic arrangement, whichequates with great openness and sensitivity,but also as associations distractedness, con-fusion and lack of concentration.

Its polar opposite, the hexagonal, whichrepresents goal orientation, concentrationand rapid development.

Rhombic’ structures, characterised bysociability, affability, empathy and adapt-ability.

Trigonal configurations, which repre-sents constancy, simplicity, inner peace andcontentedness.

All of the crystals mentioned belowbelong to these four main crystal configura-tions and can therefore, in addition to theirsymptomatic indications, be effective on aconstitutional level.

Homeopathy suggests and offers the fol-lowing remedies:• agaricus (fly agaric)• calcium phosphoricum (Apatite)• stramonium (thorn-apple)• tarantula hispanica (tarantula)

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• tuberculinum (tuberculosis bacteria)• veratrum album (hellebore).

Of course, these are not all the remediesthat are readily available. However, it isinteresting that a lone crystal appears amidthe above-listed poisonous (and partly alsohallucinogenic) plant and animal reme-dies. This is Apatite, which is, in fact, rec-ommended for crystal healing (see below).Homeopathic remedies should only ever betaken after consulting a traditionalhomoeopath, a radiesthetically-aware orknowledgeable physician, or alternativepractitioner has carried out kinesiologicaltests.

Nutrition and diet are also extremelyimportant in this overall context and themain recommendation is to have a childtested professionally for food allergies. Espe-cially sugar (sweets and all confectionery),phosphates (as ingredients in proprietaryand commercially sold sausage and coldcuts, tinned foods, soft drinks and sweets),stimulants such as caffeine (cola drinks,coffee, black tea), artificial colours orflavour substances (e. g. the sweeteneraspartame in so-called “diet drinks”), cow’smilk products, eggs, tomatoes, and evenwheat, should be examined (the once-for-gotten grain called spelt is a good substitutefor the latter).

If there are signs of food allergy amongthese or other foods, a changed and appro-priate diet is strongly recommended.

In addition, professional tests for elec-

tromagnetic pollution and heavy metal poi-soning should be carried out. The presenceof these metals (lead, mercury, cadmium,etc.) can be detected either radiestheticallyor kinesiologically and be eliminated bysuitable remedies (see Detoxification); andharmful electromagnetic fields should beexcluded with help from natural or techni-cal radiation.

Finally, Bach flower remedies have a rolehere. Very often, they have been shown tohave a very positive effect on hyperactivechildren. Especially recommended are:• Impatiens – for restlessness• Scleranthus (one year old tuber) – for

erratic indecision• Wild Oat – for loss of orientation or

changeability.Generally speaking, the Bach flower

essences can be chosen intuitively – by let-ting the children pick them at random –and their accuracy and the spontaneouseffect are often quite amazing. Crystals areoften very effective when used in combina-tion with Bach flower essences, as they sta-bilise permanently the rapid, and occasion-ally short-term, effect of the latter (seeDetoxification).

Amazonite is one of the most importantcrystals for treating hyperactivity. As triclinicfeldspar, with traces of lead, Amazonitehelps maintain attention and concentrationfor long periods. Amazonite also balancesthe mind and soul, thoughts, feelings,willpower and intuition. It helps hyperactive

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children acquire an inner calm and toutilise the positive results of this veryrapidly. In this way, better self-controlresults and immediate impulses are nolonger blindly worked off. Instead, they arerecognised but are expressed in a more nor-mal way or even withheld. Amazonite helpsone find a “mental foothold” and to counterthe challenges of life with a degree of trust.

Apatite helps with hyperactivity which ismuch exaggerated or when the child is veryirritable and aggressive. As a hexagonalphosphate, it helps to channel superfluousenergy into controlled paths, to recogniseboundaries and to accept them. It assists inopenness and an outgoing nature and thusimproves social adaptability. Apatite is alsorecommended when there is a distinct con-nection between nutrition and hyperactivephenomena. It has a regulating effect uponthe metabolism and therefore helps reduceany consequences of a diet that is notadhered to.

Aquamarine helps with severe motorunrest, i. e. when children are constantly“running on adrenaline”, have poor con-centration and are easily distracted. As ahexagonal, ring-shaped silicate, containingaluminium and beryllium, it regulates thenerve and brain functions and encourageshormonal balance – especially in respect ofthe pituitary and thyroid glands. Addition-ally, Aquamarine encourages perseverance,growth and development, and improveslearning abilities.

Chrysoberyl helps with extreme hyper-activity. This can be defined as children whoseem to be almost removed from their per-ception and behaviour, display severe atten-tion-seeking behaviour and, have severelearning difficulties and social problems atschool. It is a good choice when one has thefeeling of being unable to reach childreneven when talking with them. As a rhombicmineral, Chrysoberyl improves contact withreality, as well as the conscious ability tomaintain attention and connection withone’s surroundings. Because of its alu-minium and beryllium content,Chrysoberyl also has a nerve-regulatingeffect. In fact, EEG examinations show thatChrysoberyl helps balance the two halves ofthe brain. It breaks down stress frequenciesthere and revitalises inactive brain areas ormissing ranges of brain rhythms. In turnthis improves concentration and overallachievement, as well as regulating extrememood swings, irrational fears and lack ofself-control. It can also help with impair-ment of the senses, loss of speech or mem-ory, with reading and writing difficulties,and if the child rapidly runs out of steamwhen under stress.

Tourmaline may help with hyperactivityas it furthers a holistic and harmoniousdevelopment of one’s whole self. Multi-coloured tourmalines, in which blueIndigolith, pink Rubellite and greenMeredith appear together, can be applied tothis end. If only single-coloured tourma-

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lines are available, the blue form Indigolithhas proven to be the most effective. As a trig-onal ring silicate, Tourmaline helps onefind inner quiet, firmness and peace. Itreduces inner tensions and helps with self-focus and trust. It furthers awareness,empathy, helpfulness and the realisation ofthe consequences of one’s actions. As min-eral containing boron, it also improves self-control. In addition, the coloured Tourma-lines have a calming effect on the nervesbecause of their lithium content. Thus,Tourmaline brings harmony into one’s lifeexperience, sensory perception and actions.

For all the above, wear as a necklace orpendant on the thymus gland – and prefer-ably place a crystal on the forehead for 10minutes once or twice daily. If it is uncom-fortable to wear the crystal on the chest orthe throat, a bracelet can be worn (usuallyon the right arm). In addition, take as gemessence (3-5 drops, 3 times daily) or gemwater (100–200 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day). As ever, though,Chrysoberyl should preferably be taken insmaller doses.

Hypermetropiasee Ametropia

Iodine Deficiencysee Thyroid Problems

Immune System Health

Bouts of infections and illnesses that seemto recur at short intervals indicate a weak-ened immune system. It makes sense, there-fore, to strengthen one’s immune system inorder to avoid infections and similar kind ofillness wherever possible.

Naturally, a detoxification programmewill be required (see Detoxification), as tis-sue already clogged with toxic waste speedsthe spread of disease and makes it harderfor the immune system to respond properly.A good nutritional base of organic food andregular cleansing cures (fasting and the useof spring herbs) are highly effective meth-ods. In additional, rinsing the mouth andthe teeth with organic, cold-pressed sun-flower oil for 10-20 minutes every day alsoprovides good protection. Toxic waste andfood debris are concentrated by the oil,which cleanses the mouth, gums, teeth andairways. In so doing it helps prevent colds,etc. However, do NOT swallow the oil underany circumstances!

Beside this, it is very important toincrease the body’s overall basic resistance.Only a properly trained immune system willmaintain its ability to react to attack.Proven every-day and traditional remediesinclude a number that are clear commonsense; physical exercise in fresh air (in allkinds of weather!), sleeping with an openwindow and taking alternate hot and coldbaths. For those who do not have physically

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demanding work, it is important to allowthe body to perspire in the fresh air fromtime to time. This can take the form of bikerides, walking, hiking tours, the moresstrenuous forms of gardening, choppingwood, etc. It is also well worth consideringalternative exercise techniques such asyoga, Tai Chi and similar routines in theopen air – as well as a regular tapping ofthe thymus gland (on the breastbone,between the heart and throat). All of theseare equally effective in strengthening theimmune system.

Of course, lower levels of overall stressand emotional tension also help... There isa direct connection with one’s emotionalcondition and immune system. Any crisispoint in life – such as the pains of old age,grief, fear, conflicts and problems – shouldbe resolved wherever this is feasible, if nec-essary with the help of a therapist.

When there seem to be “somethinggoing about” and many friends, family andcolleagues are succumbing, or when thereis an actual epidemic, protect yourself andyour immune system by taking Echinacea-based remedies that are readily availablefrom health stores and alternative treat-ment outlets.

Crystals can also support and help bothfor protection against illness and for regen-eration of the immune system after a severeillness.

Chrysocolla strengthens the immunesystem, as it cleanses the tissues and the

lymphatic system. It can be applied preven-tively, if one has a strong tendency towardsinfections, or in order to speed up the heal-ing process during the disease. It also helpsin achieving greater emotional stability incases of stress, indecision and so forth.

Epidote helps to rebuild the immunedefence system after a severe illness and tonormalise the body functions. It can beapplied, in particular, if one is still feelingvery weak some time after an illness. It isalso useful for anyone seemingly prone toinfection. Emotionally, it helps in cases ofstress and in dealing with painful experi-ences. It eases the overcoming of frustra-tion, grief and self-pity and thus improvesthe emotional constitution.

Heliotrope helps especially at thebeginning stages of an illness or when suf-fering from inflammation. In both cases, itsupports the immune system by neutralis-ing the cause of infection and so helps limitthe disease. Emotionally, Heliotrope alsofurthers psychological self-protection andhelps to ward off any unwanted influences.

Ocean Jasper is one of the best crystalsfor strengthening the immune system. Itfurthers detoxification of the tissues, thelymph flow and the immune system’s abil-ity to react to infection. It can be appliedboth preventively, when there is a high riskof getting infected, and during all phases ofinfection from viruses or bacteria. It is par-ticularly helpful with stubborn or verydebilitating illnesses, where it brings in new

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energy and a new impetus to the healingprocess.

For all these crystals, wear as a necklaceor pendant. It is also possible to take gemessence (3-5 drops, twice daily, and moreoften if required) or gem water (taken insmall sips during the course of the day).

See also: Lymphatic System Health

Impotence

The term impotence covers in men theapparent impairment of sexual activity. It isusually applied to any general lack of abil-ity to practise sex because of an insufficient,or lack of erection of the penis. But it some-times also covers an inability to ejaculate,failure to achieve orgasm, or climaxing toosoon (premature ejaculation). Its causescan be physical or emotional.

From a physical point of view, sexualproblems of this nature may occur becauseof congenital or accidental damage to thepenis and the testicles, as well as from prob-lems with the blood vessels (arterial block-age), the metabolism (diabetes mellitus),the nerves (disease or damage to the spinalcolumn) or hormonal balance. Generalstates of weakness, chronic poisoning (e. g.by lead, arsenic or hydrocarbons), and theadverse side effects of some medication,drugs and alcohol, may all contributetoward lowering potency. In all these casesand wherever possible, treatment on a

causal level is necessary. Sometimes, intemporary states of impotence, all one hasto do is to avoid the impairing factor, suchas an excess of “Dutch courage”!

More often, however, the problems havean emotional cause. Competitive pressure,fear of high expectations in sexual perfor-mance, the dread of a resulting sense offailure and negative attitudes toward one’spartner may all play their part. In addition,an “anti-sex” upbringing (with associatedfeelings of guilt), fear of venereal disease,possibilities of an unwanted pregnancy andsheer, normal stress and bad moods can allcontribute to the scenarios of “nothingworks”, or to “it was all over too quickly”.In such cases, only an open dialogue be -tween the partners can help, communicat-ing one’s wishes, fears and difficulties inorder to secure the mutual support providedthrough openness and trust. Should this notbe possible, or it produces no apparent suc-cess, therapeutic help may be necessary.

The following crystals will only be ableto help overcome minor problems; the big-ger ones must be treated at a causal level.

Fire Opal helps with impotence andfailure to achieve orgasm, but should not beconsidered in cases of premature ejacula-tion! It encourages erotic feelings and sex-ual attraction, removing inhibitions of act-ing out one’s lust. Quite simply, it helps tomake sex fun again, so that it becomesspontaneous and impulsive, with anaccompanying elimination of any negative

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thoughts, bad moods, feelings of guilt andother types of inhibition.

Ruby helps with the types of impotencethat arise from emotional causes and gen-eral feelings of weakness. It encourages anactive sex life and brings a renewed passioninto what seems to have become boring andevery day. Furthermore, it makes it easier toforget any imagined pressure from sexualcompetition, removes the fear arising fromover-expectations or possible failure and –overall – makes one comfortable and joyfulabout sex.

Thulite encourages lust, sensuality andsexual arousal. It encourages the fulfilmentof sexual wishes and fantasies. It also helpsto overcome any deep-rooted blockagescaused by negative experiences, anupbringing that was off-putting towardssex, feelings of guilt, pressure from compe-tition, fear and bad moods. Thulite helps inachieving a relaxed, natural attitudetowards sex and makes it possible to giveoneself fully to one’s partner – enablingmen particular to “just let go” for once.

All these crystals can be worn as abracelet, necklace or pendant for any lengthof time. As an alternative, for short but reg-ular periods, place an unpolished stone(Fire Opal, Thulite) a crystal (Ruby), ortumbled stones regularly on the pubic bone.Experience indicates that the time to do thisfor the best results is the early evening, say,from 7 to 9 pm.

Another well-known and recommended

technique is to create a permanent circle ofThulite (raw or tumbled) all around thebed.

Indigestionsee Heartburn

Inflammation

An inflammation is a non-specific, locallylimited defence reaction to a harmful irri -tation. This irritation can be caused by anyof the following:• mechanical (rubbing, pressure)• chemical (acids, strong alkalis, toxins)• physical (heat, cold, radiation)• allergic reaction• the body itself (tumours, dying skin tis-

sue, infectious product of metabolism)• external attack (parasites, diseases,

germs, wounds)An inflamed area will nearly always

display at least one of the following foursymptoms:• redness• heat• swelling• aching

In order to prevent further spread of theinflammation into the skin tissue, lym-phatic system and blood stream, theaffected limb should be kept as immobile aspossible. Then, consult a doctor or an alter-

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native practitioner in order to clarify thecauses, to choose the right treatment and toavoid complications!

Crystals can be applied to relieve inflam-mation because they do not interfere withother treatments and may, in some cases,prevent the need to take more powerfulmedicines such as cortisone.

Agate crystals which display an“inflammation signature” of pink spotsimbedded within shades of grey or brownare especially suited for treatment – espe-cially if the signature resembles the actualinflammation to be treated.

Place, fix, or wear these Agates, in theform of a thin section or a tumbled stone, asclosely as possible to the focus of theinflammation.

Emerald can also be applied in cases ofstubborn, chronic inflammations.

In cases of an externally visible inflam-mation, place or fix a tumbled stone or acrystal on the inflamed spot. In cases ofinternal inflammation, wear as a bracelet,necklace or pendant with skin contact. Takegem essence (3-5 drops, 5-9 times daily) orgem water (100–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Heliotrope is nevertheless the firstchoice in cases of inflammation. It encour-ages and supports a rapid, successfulimmune reaction, so that the inflammatorycondition can quickly be reversed in a nat-ural way. Heliotrope containing yellow spotsis particularly suitable.

If the inflammation is clearly visible,place or fix a polished stone or a thin sec-tion on the inflamed area. In cases of inter-nal inflammation, wear bracelets, neck-laces, or pendants for longer periods. As anadditional method, or as an alternative,take gem essence (3-9 drops, every hour), orgem water (100–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Ocean Jasper is particularly suitable forinflammations that typically proceed unno-ticed (without severe pains, swellings etc.)but that have either a weakening effect orrun the risk of damage in the long term. Itis a great help in particular in cases of inter-nal, hidden inflammations (eyes, liver,intestine etc.).

Place a thin section or a flat polishedcrystal on the affected spot; or wear as abracelet, necklace or pendant. Also, takegem essence (3-5 drops, 5-9 times daily) orgem water (100–300 ml taken in sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Influenzasee Flu

Insect Bites and Stings

There is a general a distinction betweeninsect bites – such as those from mosqui-toes, blackflies, horseflies, lice, fleas orbedbugs, as opposed to the stings of bees,

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wasps, hornets, bees and scorpions.It must be noted at the outset that some

people are seriously allergic to such bitesand stings, and so may react severely andadversely. In such cases, professional med-ical help f a professional kind MUST beobtained as soon as possible

Other than that, and outside of the des-ignated and advised malaria-prone regionsof the world, mosquito and other insectbites are usually not truly dangerous, evenwhen appearing in larger numbers. Theyappear as small red spots or swellings thatitch a lot and can be painful. However, theycan be cured relatively quickly by placingslices of raw onion (or the crystals listedbelow) on the affected areas.

As indicated above, bites of this kind areonly a problem if infections are transmittedat the same time and cause a feverish illness(e. g. malaria, elephantitis or sleeping sick-ness in the tropics) these should ALWAYS betreated immediately by a doctor.

Stings from bees, wasps, hornets or scor-pions cause severe reddening and the for-mation of painful swellings. However, thereis only an acute danger if one has sufferedmany such stings (about 30 for childrenand 60 for adults) or in the oral cavity(danger of suffocation in case of throatoedemas) or in the lymph and blood flow ofthe head.

However, as already alluded to, bee andother stings are at their most dangerous inconnection with insect poison allergies,

which can trigger extreme swelling, nettlerash, throat oedemas, real allergic reactionsand even anaphylactic shock. In such cases,it must be stressed once again that oneshould call the emergency physician imme-diately! Until such help is on the scene, theaffected person should be made to lie downand keep calm; the upper part of the bodyshould be raised slightly. A moist, cold com-press and draining (see below) can some-times decrease or postpone the effect of thepoison.

The same applies to scorpion stings. Inthe European Mediterranean region, scor-pion stings are comparable to bees when itcomes to their toxicity. However, they aremuch more dangerous in the North AfricanMediterranean lands and in tropical coun-tries. When in any doubt at all, a doctorshould be called for safety reasons. (Andalways shake out your shoes in the morningbefore wearing them!)

An active draining technique is the mostefficient first aid method if stung. It shouldbe carried out immediately, the sooner thebetter. This is how it works.

Someone assisting the patient placeshis/her left index and middle finger on thesting and the victim drinks, preferably with-out interruption, up to one litre of water(and at least half a litre). In this way, theinsect poison is neutralised energetically.Even if it still remains in the tissue, it nolonger has any effect. If the technique isapplied immediately, there will be no pain

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or swelling at all. Although this remedyseems almost incredible, it really does works– and, above all, is a boon when helpingchildren who have been stung.

Apart from this, the juice from the leavesof lancet plantain (fresh leaves that arechewed or crushed) can be applied, or takea homeopathic sting remedy. Both willbring relief.

Crystal remedies for bites and stingsinclude a number of minerals, Rhodoniteis probably the best. However the otherslisted below have specific applications too.

Amethyst and Rock Crystal have acooling effect and relieve swelling and itch-ing in all cases of insect bites or stings. Nat-ural crystal forms, rather than polishedstones, help best. Allow the points to touchthe location gently. If there is no naturalcrystal handy, polished crystals can also beplaced on the bite, or gem essence can betaken (see below).

Chrysoprase helps neutralise and breakdown the toxin from the insect’s sting. It isparticularly recommended if some time haselapsed since sustaining the insect attack,but when there is still itching.

Heliotrope helps particularly with mos-quitoes, stable horseflies, blackflies lice,fleas and bedbugs bites that result ininflammation.

Prase is particularly helpful for painfuland severely swollen insect bites. It relievesthe symptoms and helps neutralise and

break down the toxin that has beenabsorbed.

Rhodonite is the best crystal for allkinds of insect bites and stings. It relievesitching and swelling and helps the bodyneutralise absorbed poison or toxin. If it isapplied immediately, there may well bescarcely any reaction at all to the bite orsting.

In every case, place or affix a tumbledstone or a polished section directly on thesite of the sting or bite. Dab undiluted gemessence on the bite and take it as a supple-ment if required (5-7 drops, 3–5 timesdaily) or as gem water (100–200ml takenin small sips over the course of the day).

Intestinal Problems

Intestinal problems are very common andcan produce a wide range of symptoms. Infact, often only an examination by a med-ical professional can distinguish betweenproblems of the stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver and other associated organs.

Pains and nausea in the stomach area,recurring diarrhoea and constipation, evena permanent sensation of bloatedness, oritching in the anus, should all make any-one consult either their doctor or an alter-native practitioner of choice. As an organ ofdigestion and excretion, the intestine isextremely important for ones physical

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health as a whole. Nearly all naturopathsagree that a healthy intestine makes ahealthy person – and, indeed, an infected ormalfunctioning intestine can poison thewhole body system.

The intestine consists of two parts: thefirst being the approximately 4- metre longsmall intestine, which serves digestion andabsorption, and the second the 1.2 - 1.4metre long colon, which, first and foremost,reabsorbs water and other important sub-stances (e. g. bile) and excretes everythingelse that is indigestible. In the intestine, pre-digested food from the stomach is broughttogether [mixed] with digestive secretionsfrom the pancreas and with bile, whichserves to digest fats. Furthermore, about 400species of bacteria and some species ofyeasts, the so-called intestinal flora, partici-pate in the process of digestion. Transporta-tion of food and the whole digestive processare driven forward through peristalsis, thecontraction of the intestinal musculature,which proceeds in a wave-like motion. Thebody’s immune system is also active withinthe intestine in order to fend off anypathogens that have entered the body withthe food. Thousands of lymph nodes are thebases for the immune cells, which guardthe intestine wall and provide us withimmune protection. The mucous mem-branes of the intestine also play an impor-tant part in the absorption of nutrients andreabsorption of important substances. In

the folds, villi and inversions of thesemucous membranes, an active transporta-tion mechanism ensures that – ideally – wewill only absorb what our body needs, whileeverything else is moved on to the colon andtransported to the “exit”.

However, the human organism is com-plex and surprisingly interconnected. As aresult, emotional influences can often affectphysical well being, especially when consid-ering the digestive process. Indeed, they canimpair our body’s ability to distinguishbetween what our overall organism needsand what should be eliminated. Emotionalstrain, fear, stress, conflicts and difficultiesin making decisions can sometimes alsolead to “wrong decisions” in the absorptionprocesses –seemingly unconnected with ourphysical self. Emotional burdens, depres-sion, a bad conscience, feelings of guilt orany feelings of being generally ill at easywith life can often accompany colonic prob-lems.

A complicated connection and natural“cooperation” between a whole range ofthings is necessary in order to ensure thatour intestine functions optimally.

It all begins with the composition of ourfood, whether what we eat is healthily var-ied or one-sided, well balanced or otherwise,healthy and organic or ready-made, etc.Whatever our diet, its composition andquality will affect directly the efficiency andquality of the digestive secretions and of

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bile. It also affects the composition of theintestinal flora – meaning, whether or notthe right or wrong intestinal bacteria arepresent – as well as the active or slackenedquality of peristalsis, the adequacy of theimmune system and, finally, the optimalfunction of the mucous membranes. Ifeverything is in order – and the intestine issupplying us with the optimum amount ofnutrients – the result will be high-qualityblood. It is no surprise then that good bloodquality means decent health and a subse-quently satisfactory quality of life!

However, if things are not in order, suchas the diet having insufficient amounts ofthe necessary vitamins and minerals, nutri-ent deficiency problems can arise. In turn,this may then interfere with many of ourinternal functions and may even lead topoisoning. This latter condition is caused byintestinal flora that has become inefficientdue to fermentation and putrefaction. Such“poisoning” seriously damages manyorgans, especially the liver, and may leaddirectly to several diseases. So, it is morethan a truism to say that: a healthy intes-tine makes for a healthy human!

Intestinal problems that can be allevi-ated by the use of healing crystals includethe following conditions: wind, constipationand diarrhoea (see also main entry),inflammation and infection, disturbancesof the intestinal flora, fungal infections,internal bleeding, ulcers, reduced nutrient

absorption, the side effects of drugs such asantibiotics, and sluggish intestine. Theymay also assist in treating the effects of con-ditions such as irritable bowel syndromeand others that are emotionally triggered byfear, stress or conflict. Nevertheless, all suchconditions and problems should be subjectto professional medical diagnosis as well, inorder to exclude any serious complicationssuch as appendicitis, tumours, intestinalblockage, dangerous infectious diseases orparasites.

Furthermore, it is only worthwhile usingcrystals within and as a part of a widerframework of comprehensive medical treat-ment. Depending on any given situation, itmay be necessary to include herbal, biologi-cal or homeopathic remedies, along withenzyme and nutrient supplements andcolonic irrigation. Algae can also prove use-ful in binding and thereby isolating toxicsubstances and inappropriate intestinalbacteria. In addition, do not forget exercise,especially for cases of a sluggish intestine orconstipation. Finally, there is the obviousneed for a suitable diet (without cow’s milk)with plenty of fresh water. All of these mea-sures should be coordinated with the help ofnaturopath or alternative practitioner.

As individual crystals can be applied indifferent ways and for different intestinalproblems, these are summarised in the fol-lowing table.

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Crystal Effect Practical applications

Agate

Amethyst

Amber

Biotite-lenses

Calcite

Carnelian

Chrysoprase

Disturbance of the intestinalflora, with wind and diarrhoea(grey to yellow-brown naturalcolour), inflammation (pinknatural colour), strain, feelinggenerally run down

Diarrhoea, slight nausea, windand itching anus. Effects ofgrief, confusion, guilty con-science and feelings of guilt.

Digestive disturbances, nausea,inflammation, abscesses, gallbladder problems. Grief and fear

Feeling of pressure on the stom-ach, constipation, sluggishintestine. Stress when makingdifficult decisions

Digestive problems, reducedabsorption of nutrients, sluggishintestine, disturbance of theintestinal flora, wind, constipa-tion, diarrhoea. Lack of exer-cise, insecurity and difficulty inmaking decisions.

Reduced absorption of nutri-ents, bleeding, sluggish intes-tine. Effects of unsolved con-flicts and problems.

Disturbance of the intestinalflora, fungal infections (whereit is used in combination withSmoky Quartz), itching anus.Effects of liver and gall bladderproblems or antibiotics, sup-ports detoxification of the intes-tine. Effect of a guilty con-science, loss of security, jealousyand love worries

A crystal with appropriate signature is placed on theaffected area.Wear bracelets, necklaces, or pen-dants.Take gem water or gem essence.

Place a crystal on the stomach or wear it on thebody.Take gem essence (2-5 drops, 3 times daily) ormaximum of one liqueur glass daily of Hildegardvon Bingen’s Amethyst Water (page 25)

Place the crystals on the affected areas. Wear a crys-tal with skin contact.Take gem essence or gemwater.

Place crystals on the affected areas. Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact.

Place crystals on the affected areas. Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact. A long-term treatment is touse Calcite water (up to 1 litre daily) made of crys-tals with different colours.

Place crystals on the affected areas Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact Take gem essence or gemwater

Place crystals on the affected areas. Or wear a crystalwith direct skin contact. Low doses of gem essence(3-5 drops, 3 tines daily) or gem water (20 – 50 ml).For fungal infections, after two or three days, wearSmoky Quartz.

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Dumortierite

Emerald

Fluorite

Hematite

Heliotrope

Jet

Nausea, vomiting and diar-rhoea, effects of a bad diet andof chemical additives in food,food allergy, travel sickness.Effects of grief, fear, insecurity,depression, despair and stress.

Wind, constipation, infections,inflammation (acute andchronic), abscesses, cramps, dis-turbances of the intestinal flora,side effect of drugs, diarrhoea,and gall bladder problems.Effects of confusion, conflicts,strain and injustice.

Abscesses, infected mucousmembranes, fungal infections,itching of the anus, sometimesalso because of food allergy.Effects of stress, strain, or sup-pressed feelings.

Bleeding, sluggish intestine,reduced absorption of nutrientsin the intestine.Do not use for infections! Stressand strain, in difficult life situa-tions

Intestinal infections, nausea,vomiting (only effective underspecific circumstances), infec-tion, abscesses. Feelings of lackof control of one’s own life.

Diarrhoea with or without nau-sea, digestive disturbances, dis-turbances of intestinal flora,abscesses, difficult life situa-tions, the effects of grief anddepression.

Place crystals on the affected areas.Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact.Take gem essence or gemwater

Place crystals on the affected areas or wear them onthe body. Take gem essence or gem water.

Place crystals on the affected areas. Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact. Take gem essence or gemwater.

Place crystals (preferably a Hematite with kidneysignature-red glass head) on the affected areas

Place crystals on the affected areas. Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact.Take gem essence or gemwater.

Place one crystal on the stomach and one in themouth at the same time.Take gem essence or gemwater.

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Landscape-Jasper

Magnesite

Mookaite

Moss Agate,pink

Ocean Jasper

Peridot

Digestive disturbances, foodallergy, nausea, disturbances ofthe intestinal flora (supportsdetoxification), sluggish intes-tine. Effects of environmentalpollution, difficult and long-lasting life style changes

Nausea (migraine), tensions inthe intestinal musculature,cramps, digestion problems,reduced absorption of nutrients.Effects of great inner tension,nervousness and stress

Digestive disturbances, foodallergies, reduced nutrientabsorption, disturbances ofintestinal flora, sluggish intes-tine, constipation, and bleeding.Effects of overwork, monotony,problems and any stressful emo-tional experiences.

Nausea, sluggish intestine, con-stipation, intestinal inflamma-tion. Effects of feelings of guiltor feelings of disgust, anger, orrevenge.

Nausea, unexpected infections,gall bladder problems, effects ofdrugs, sluggish intestine, consti-pation, food allergies, fungalinfections, itching anus. Stress,strain, unsolved conflicts, non-recovery, sleep disturbances.

Digestive disturbances (in con-nection with gall bladder prob-lems), fungal infections, para-site attacks. Helps detoxificationof the intestine, and with a badconscience and feelings of guilt.

Place crystals on the affected areas Wear a crystalwith direct skin contact Take gem essence or gemwater

Place crystals on the affected areas Take gem essenceor gem water Wear a necklace or a bracelet for along period of time

Place a crystal on the stomach, or wear it on thebody. Take gem essence or gem water

Place a crystal on the stomach, or wear it on thebody. Take gem essence or gem water

Place crystals on the affected areas or wear them onthe body.Take gem essence or gem water.

Place a crystal on the body. Place a crystal in saladoil, then take the oil with food later on.

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Rhodonite

Sardonyx

Serpentine

SmokyQuartz

Goldentopaz

DraviteTourmaline

Black Tour-maline

Abscesses, bleeding, wounds,itching anus. Also effects ofemotional wounds.

Digestive disturbances, reducedabsorption of nutrients, foodallergy, late effects of infectionsor drugs, disturbance of theintestinal flora, sluggish intes-tine. Effects of severe exhaustionand of feelings of despondencyand meaninglessness.

Tension in the intestinal mus-culature, alternating diarrhoeaand constipation. Effects ofsevere inner strain, nervousnessor stress.

Sluggish intestine, digestive dis-turbances, fungal infections (inconnection with Chrysoprase).Effects of strain, stress, and ten-sion.

Nausea, lack of appetite, diges-tive problems, reduced absorp-tion of nutrients. Effects ofexhaustion, depression, insecu-rity, nervousness and last-minute-nerves

Digestive problems, food aller-gies, nausea, disturbance of theintestinal flora, sluggish intes-tine, constipation, wind, diar-rhoea. Effects of self-reproach,loneliness, rejection, and socialproblems

Wind, constipation, disturbanceof the intestinal flora, feelings ofdistension Effects of inner ten-sions and negative attitudetowards life, feeling of lack ofprotection.

Place crystals on the affected areas. Take gemessence or gem water.

Place crystals on the affected areas or wear them onthe body. Take gem essence or gem water.

Place crystals on the affected areas.Take gem essenceor gem water. Wear crystals in the form of necklacesor bracelets for long periods of time.

Place or wear a crystal on the body.For fungal infec-tions, use Chrysoprase by first taking in the form ofgem essence or gem water (see above). After twodays, also wear Smoky Quartz all the time in theform of bracelets, necklaces or pendants.

Place crystals on the upper part of the stomach orwear them on the body. Take gem essence or gemwater.

Place crystals on the stomach or wear them on thebody. Take gem essence or gem water.

Place a crystal in the left trouser-pocket or place iton the body. Place it on the colon.Take gem essence or gem water.


For most intestinal problems, gem essencesshould tend to be taken in relatively highdoses (5-9 drops, 3-7 times daily, except forChrysoprase). In contrast, gem watershould be taken in lower doses (50 – 200ml taken in sips during the course of theday), especially when absorption is impededby nausea. Apart from that, the appropriatecrystals can be placed on the stomach areain the form of individual crystals, or as rawand tumbled stones. For problems of thecolon in particular, follow the physicalcourse of the colon, when placing the crys-tals on the body (see Fig. 10). Wearingbracelets, necklaces and pendants of thecrystal will also have a supportive effect.

For other healing crystals and referencesto intestinal problems, see also StomachAche; Wind; Diarrhoea; Vomiting; Haemor-rhoids; Cancer; Fungal Infections; TravelSickness; Nausea; Constipation.

Iron Deficiency

Lack of iron in the body is typically charac-terised by weakness, paleness, tiredness andheadaches. It occurs either because ofbleeding (e. g. hidden bleeding in the stom-ach and the intestine region, heavy men-strual bleeding etc), or when there are highrequirements of iron, such as during preg-nancy, in cases of inflammations, wherethere is insufficient absorption of iron(unbalanced or one-sided nutrition), adeficient iron metabolism (e. g. in the liver)and disturbances of iron absorption in theintestine.

This latter condition, in particular, playsan important role in regulating the overalliron metabolism, as the intestine is a verysensitive organ. Its absorption mechanismsare easily, and negatively, affected by stress,tensions and any overall feelings of adiminishing quality of life.

With this problem, an increased supplyof iron in the food will help only minimally(for example, by eating beetroot and takingherbal juice extracts), as the iron passesthrough the intestine “unabsorbed”. On theother hand, crystals with high iron contentstimulate the intestine to absorb iron andwill therefore go perfectly well with foodthat is rich in iron.

Haematite and Tiger Iron are crystalswith a high content of iron. They improveiron absorption and the role of iron in themetabolism. In this way, they energise and

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Fig. 10: Arrangement of healing crystals

following the course of the colon.


vitalise and improve the supply of oxygen tothe organism. Headaches, which typicallyoccur together with a feeling of weakness,will also disappear.

Wear a necklace or a pendant with bodycontact; or take gem essence (3-9 drops,3 times daily, when required).

For pronounced weakness, both wearingthe crystals and taking gem essence is a verygood idea.

As Hematite and Tiger Iron both stimu-late inflammation, a doctor or an alterna-tive practitioner should clarify the causes ofthe lack of iron. However, neither of thecrystals should be applied in cases of innerinflammation.

Heliotrope helps with lack of ironcaused by internal inflammatory conditions(e. g. when diagnosed as such by a doctor oran alternative practitioner as being causedby low blood pressure). In this case, neitherHematite nor Tiger Iron should be applieduntil the inflammation has definitely beeneliminated.

Wear a necklace or a pendant on thebody and/or take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3times daily).

Itching

Itching is a slight burning sensation orprickling feeling on skin or mucous mem-branes. It nearly always induces an invol-

untarily – or, sometimes, even compelling– desire to scratch oneself. However, whenone does this, the result is nearly alwaysthat the itching feeling actually increases.

Itches can be caused mechanically,chemically (e. g. insect stings or bites) orphysically (burning, radiation), inflamma-tion, skin diseases, hormonal disturbances,and diseases of the blood or metabolism. Ona causal level, treatment is more importantthan on the symptomatic level. However,there is a risk of scratched skin leading toinflammation. Further, because severe itch-ing can almost drive one crazy, it sometimesmakes sense to relieve the sensation imme-diately and directly. If the old saying “don’tscratch, wash” proves ineffective, try apply-ing the following two crystals.

Amethyst relieves itching caused byinfections and skin diseases when placed onthe itch.

However, with large areas of itching,apply Hildegard von Bingen’s AmethystWater (see page 25). In extreme cases, alsotake gem essence (5-7 drops, if required)

Amber relieves itching caused bymechanical (injury), or by physical (burn-ings, radiation), hormonal disturbancesand diseases of the blood and metabolism.

Place a raw or a tumbled stone directlyon the itching areas or wear a necklace or apendant with body contact for a longperiod. In extreme cases, also take gemessence (5-7 drops, when required).

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Joint Pains and Problems

Usually, joint problems first become obviousas bending and stretching pains. They arecaused either by mechanical action (seealso Sprains), inflammation (see also:Arthritis), or some degenerative phenom-ena (see Arthrosis).

Arthritis can be caused by an inflamma-tion of the mucous membrane fold arounda bone joint, but the presence of too muchuric acid and the concurrent complications(see Rheumatism and Gout) also play animportant role. Arthrosis, on the otherhand, can be an indirect consequence ofarthritis, either through emotional stress, ordirectly through deposits of toxins. Jointproblems should only be treated in con-junction with a doctor or an alternativepractitioner, in order to avoid further dam-age and worsening pain.

Joint problems can result in severerestriction of physical mobility. Whilst suchimmobility can also be connected withmental immobility, problems resultingfrom enforced lifestyle change, this is, ofcourse, not always the case. Yet, wheneverthere is such a connection, it is important tobe aware and to highlight such issues.

Thereafter, two things are important fora successful cure: regular detoxificationand unrestricted circulation to the body’sextremities. In this way, any inflammationcan be healed and joints regenerated. The

following crystals will to support both theserequirements.

Apatite, especially in its blue and greenforms, helps with arthrosis and regeneratesdamaged cartilage. (Interestingly, its chem-ical composition is close to that of humanbone and cartilage.) It also relieves theinflammation associated with arthritis.Emotionally, it encourages a happier mood,flexibility of attitude and the positive aspectsof a varied life.

Place (or fix with a bandage) a tumbledstone on the joint. Also, take gem essence(5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day)

Rock Crystal cleanses the joints andhelps with both arthritis and arthrosis. Itrelieves pain and swelling and can supplyboth the energy needed for the healingprocess or drain any excess energy. Depend-ing on the specific requirements in eachcase, an unpolished crystal can be placedon the body in two different ways. If a sup-ply of energy is needed, the crystal should beplaced on that side of the joint closest to thetorso, but pointing towards the joint (seeFig. 11). However, if there is a need to drawaway superfluous energy, place the crystalon that side of the joint, which faces thearm or leg, but pointing away from thejoint. When in doubt as to which is needed,try a brief test of about a minute, using eachmethod, one after the other.

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Garnet Pyrope helps supply the jointswith energy and blood, relieving pressurepains in particular and also helps both witharthritis and arthrosis.

Wear as a necklace or pendant with bodycontact – although it is not necessary toplace it near the joint to obtain the benefi-cial effect. Also, take as gem essence (3-5drops, 5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day.)

Garnet Pyrope crystals primarily helprelieve pain in connection with joint prob-lems. But they also cleanse the joint and, inthis way, improve the effects of other crys-tals. They are placed either directly on thepainful joint or put into a small cotton bag,which then is fixed on the joint with a ban-dage. Direct contact of the Pyrite with per-spiration should not be allowed for toolong, in order to avoid skin irritationscaused by iron sulphide compounds.

Green Tourmaline is the most effectivecrystal for arthritis. Place a crystal along thebody axis or on the joints or alongside theextremities. This stimulates the energy flowthat is needed for healing through the joint.Furthermore it relieves inflammation andprevents the formation of degenerativedamage (arthrosis). If you have no crystalhandy, a tumbled stone can be put on thejoint. Or take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3-5times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday). Emotionally, Green Tourmaline alsoassists in creating open-mindedness, with aflexible and cheerful outlook.

Other types of joint pain manifest them-selves as accompanying symptoms of colds,flu and other types of feverish illnesses. Theyare the result of the interaction with thebody’s own defence mechanism with themetabolic products and residues frombacteria. The interaction causes a reducedsupply of nourishment with a resultingirri tation of tissues and nerve endings, dis-turbances in blood circulation and anaccumulation of lymph fluid in the joints.

Whilst joint pains are not a threateningsymptom in themselves and are normallyonly temporary, nevertheless, they can bevery uncomfortable.

Blue Chalcedony, Magnesite andAmber worn as ankle and wrist braceletsare effective in relieving joint pains well.Blue Chalcedony stimulates the lymph flow;Magnesite stimulates relaxation and pain

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Fig. 11: Application of Rock Crystal

for joint problems.

conducting energy in

conducting energy out


relief; and Amber stimulates the metabo-lism and the tissues’ supply of energy.

Moss Agate, Ocean Jasper or Sar-donyx, worn as ankle and wrist braceletshave also yielded good results. All three ofthem belong to the Chalcedony family and,therefore, help bring total healing from dis-ease, stimulate detoxification, regeneratethe body and prevent relapses.

See also: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome;Meniscus Problems; Tenosynovitis (TSV);Tennis Elbow

Knee Problems

Just like other joint problems, those with theknee can be mechanical (dislocation andsprain), inflammation (arthritis) or degen-erative phenomena (arthrosis). In cases ofinflammatory processes such as arthritis,infections in the synovial membranes play amajor role. In addition, the presence andconsequences in the joint of too much uricacid are rheumatism and gout. Arthrosis,on the other hand, occurs as a consequenceof inflammation, toxic waste depositionand overstraining.

Because of the connection between men-tal and physical attitudes, many knee prob-lems can be associated with factors such asambition, assertiveness, perseverance, pride,devotion and humility. Even if the problemappears to be pathological, such underlyingcauses should at least be investigated.

In order to cushion and protect itselfagainst certain types of strain or injury, theknee joint consists of two fibrous cartilagediscs between the femur (thigh bone) andthe tibia (shin bone). These discs are calledthe inner and outer meniscus. Suddenmovements or twists of the bent knee (e. g.during sport or similar activity) or occu -pational pressure on the knee over manyyears (e. g. with floor layers and miners –and, of course, the traditionally eponymous“housemaid’s knee”), cause damage andeven tearing of these cartilage discs andmay also lead, as a consequence, to severeknee problems.

When knee problems occur, the jointshould immediately upon the advice andinstructions from a doctor or an alternativepractitioner. This is essential in order toavoid any permanent damage and addi-tional, even stronger, pain. Once the causehas been clarified, crystals can provide anexcellent help together with medically pre-scribed measures. As with general jointproblems, two things are important here:regular detoxification; and a good energeticcare of the legs, so that inflammation israpidly cured and the knees or the menisci,respectively, can be regenerated. (See also:Detoxification; Joint Problems)

Apatite helps with arthrosis in the kneejoints. It assists in the regeneration of dam-aged cartilage substance, as its chemicalcomposition is identical to that of humanbone and cartilage. Thus, Apatite can even

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help cure damage in the menisci. The blueand green varieties of Apatite also relievearthritis. Emotionally, Apatite helps to makeus lively and flexible.

Place or bind a tumbled stone on theknee joint. Alternatively, or as a supplement,take gem essence (5-9 drops, 3-5 timesdaily) or gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Aragonite is particularly helpful fordamage to the menisci. It relieves pain andstimulates the regeneration of the affectedcartilage disc. Aragonite-Calcite stones soldcommercially as “Onyx-marble” are alsovery suitable as they contain about 80%Aragonite. Emotionally, Aragonite helpswith stress and strain, particularly whenfeelings of not being able to cope crop upwith certain tasks or situations.

Place a tumbled stone on the knee jointor fix it with a bandage; or take gem essence(5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily); or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Biotite-lenses help with sprains, arthro-sis, gout and rheumatic knee problems.They help dissolve deposits in the knees andregenerate cartilage and the menisci. Forthe latter, it is best to combine Biotite withApatite and Aragonite. Emotionally, Biotite-lenses also furthers flexibility and adapt-ability without compromising beliefs. Placethem on the knee, or bind them there with abandage.

Dioptase placed over the liver also sup-ports healing of the menisci, as it has anenergetic connection with the liver.

Pyrites relieve pain in connection withknee problems. Additionally, they alsocleanse the joint and improve the effect ofthe other crystals. Place them either directlyon the tender knee or fix them to the kneeafter wrapping them cotton cloth. Note,however, that it is best to avoid contactbetween Pyrites and perspiration over longperiods, as iron sulphide compounds thatmake up Pyrites can irritate the skin.

Pink Tourmaline helps with knee prob-lems, as it stimulates the energy flowthrough the joint that is needed for healing.It relieves inflammation in cases of arthritisand prevents the formation of arthrosis.Pink Tourmaline furthers commitment tosomething, desire for enterprise and flexi-bility. So, it better than Green Tourmaline,which would otherwise be a first choice forjoint problems.

Place or bind a crystal or polished stonelengthwise on the knee. As an alternatively,take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3-5 timesdaily) or gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Kidney Health

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essential functions for the well being of ourwhole organism, maintaining our wholefluid balance of minerals, acids/ bases,nutrients, vitamins and hormones. Theyhave to excrete toxic substances and wasteproducts (e. g. uric acid) but, at the sametime, retain water and other vital sub-stances.

In essence, the kidneys are large filteringorgans, where complicated secretion andreabsorption processes take place. Distur-bances in the kidney function that are aconsequence of pain-relieving drugs orother kinds of strong medicines, can leadeither to a large loss of water, minerals andnutrients, or to an accumulation of toxinsand waste products in the body. Both canhave serious consequences – or may evenbecome lethal – if they are either nottreated, or are treated in the wrong way.

Because of their serious nature, it is notappropriate for this book to deal with truekidney diseases. Any pains in or near thekidneys (which are sometimes accompa-nied by a raised temperature, shivering andcloudy urine) should be examined andtreated immediately by a doctor or an alter-native practitioner. Indeed, never instigateany arbitrary treatment without the neces-sary professional knowledge!

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, ourcentral energy reserve, our life force, or chi,is regarded as being linked directly with thekidneys. So, put more conventionally, the

health of the kidneys is connected directly tothe well being of the whole, thus it makesgreat sense to strengthen and support thekidney functions. In so doing, the kidneys’efficiency is maintained in their process ofdetoxification during general diseases (flu,colds and mild infections) or in cases of lowor high urine excretion. The most impor-tant thing one can do is to drink good,clean water, without any additives such assugar, flavouring or stimulants!

There can also be an emotional basis tokidney problems – although the overallcauses vary from person to person. It canoften be that difficulties in communication,within a partnership, career or general liv-ing – along with the suppression of emo-tions, feeling that one is a victim, generalfear or desperation – can all contribute to aweakening of the kidney function. Whenthese types of contributory factors are recog-nised, their elimination (with the help of atherapist, if required) can spare one frommany kidney diseases. Just as the kidneysare responsible for a harmonised fluid bal-ance, they are also connected emotionallyand mentally to mental equilibrium andharmony. Consequently, crystal therapy canalso help in this context with maintaininghealthy kidneys and preventing complica-tions.

Chalcedony, Chrysoprase and OceanJasper improve the flow of body fluids andtheir overall quality. This helps alleviate stress

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on the kidneys, but only after an initialphase of increased secretion. These specificcrystals should, therefore, be applied as aprecaution rather than for acute situations– and always drink of lots of water!

Wear as a bracelet, necklace or pendanton the body. Alternatively, take gem essence(3-5 drops, 3 times daily) respectively; orgem water (100–200 ml [Chrysoprase only20-50 ml] taken in small sips over thecourse of the day.)

Jadeite and Nephrite have been knownfor many centuries to heal the kidneys andactually were named because of their prop-erties in this context: Spanish: pietra deijada “loin stone”; Latin: lapis nephriticus“kidney stone”. Both strengthen the kidneysfunction in a similar manner and, if theyare applied regularly, they can also preventthe formation of deposits in the uric chan-nels that can lead to kidney stones. Theyalso help one obtain emotional balance andharmony.

Take as gem essence (3-5 drops, 3 timesdaily) or gem water (100–200 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day); andplace tumbled stones on the area over bothkidneys. As Green Jadeite is very rare andexpensive, the violet-coloured Lavender Jadeis an acceptable and effective alternative.

Peridot strengthens the excretory func-tions of the kidneys. It assists in the releaseof toxins and waste substances and so helpswith urine flow. Emotionally, Peridot helps

one recognise personal aspects in one’s lifethat weaken the kidneys, and helps in con-fronting them.

Place a small tumbled stone in sun-flower oil and use it as part of a salad dress-ing.

Serpentine, like Jadeite and Nephrite,supports all kidney functions. Place a tum-bled stone, sections or slices, on the areaover both kidneys – or wear as a bracelet,necklace, or pendant for a long period.

Also, take as gem essence (3-7 drops, 3times daily) or gem water (100–200 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Lack of Energysee Tiredness

Lactation Problems

Human milk is generated in the femalebreast in 15 to 20 different small glandlobes, which are embedded in fatty connec-tive tissue. During pregnancy an increasedsecretion of sex hormones causes theseglands to mature and after childbirth, stim-ulated by a hormone from the pituitarygland, they begin producing milk. Anotherhormone, activated by the suckling of theinfant, then continues to ensure the furtherproduction of milk.

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During its production, breast milk isstored in the individual glands and thenflows through fine channels, the milk ducts,out into the nipple. At the beginning,breastfeeding can be difficult due to a lowmilk flow; but this can be eased throughappropriate massage.

Milk generation at too low a flow rate isoften connected to stress and readjustmentproblems after childbirth. A protected envi-ronment and secure atmosphere for motherand child can reduce the external problems,whilst relaxation and meditation help fromwithin.

See also BreastfeedingChalcedony, in several varieties, stimu-

lates the lactation process as well as bring-ing the necessary calmness needed whenbreastfeeding. Light Blue, White and PinkChalcedony, without bands, are the typesbest suited here. They consist of silicic acid,which has flown through fine channels intocavities, where they have crystallised asChalcedony.

The crystals were therefore generated ina similar process to the production ofhuman milk. Perhaps, then, it is no sur-prise that White Chalcedony, commonlycalled “Milk Stone”, has been recognisedfor several hundred years as an aid to lacta-tion at the start of the breastfeeding.

It is most effective in this context whenworn as a necklace or pendant on thebreast.

Learning Difficulties

Learning is the human ability to absorb,sort, evaluate and apply information.Learning is a part of our daily life. “Younever stop learning”, is possibly a trite say-ing, but an accurate one. Learning is deci-sive in achieving new skills and improvingone’s life. A failure to understand or fullycomprehend – e. g. repeatedly forgetting orignoring important connections, or feelingthat learning something new is “a pain” orsource of frustration – can lead directly to asense of foolishness, feeling stupid and evenof being treated unfairly. Psychologicallyand emotionally, there is almost nothingworse than the feeling that there is some-thing important we do not know, somethingwe cannot do or knowledge and informa-tion that we cannot acquire. Therefore, theability to learn, and to carry on learning, isthe key to success, competence and self-respect.

Our ability to learn depends on ourintelligence and our so-called “ability tothink”. Thinking can also be defined as the“ability to recognise and to evaluate”; andour increased intelligence is in direct pro-portion to our ability to recognise and eval-uate similarities, connections and differ-ences.

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time! Further, intelligence has nothing todo with education or the amount of accu-mulated information. Rather, it is the abil-ity to gain new knowledge – learn fromexperience, observe life’s changes, assimi-late information – and then to apply it.

In the first place, the above processesmean that any obstructing issues must berecognised and removed. Typical of suchthings are: distraction, alcohol, drugs, lackof interest, psychological pressure, hunger,lack of concentration, misunderstandings,tiredness, pain, worries, stress, concernabout unfinished projects and plans, con-stant brooding, despair, all kinds of emo-tional “downs”, as well as physical diseases.

See also: Memory Problems; Concentra-tion Problems; Nervousness; Stress

In addition, three other factors also playan important role – overestimating one’sabilities, bad habits and suppression ofideas. This has long been recognised:“Knowing that you do not know anything”was how Socrates put it. Such an attituderemains the starting point of any learningprocess, just as the idea that you knoweverything in advance is the biggest impedi-ment.

Further, whilst there are still many argu-ments about all aspects of education, surelyanother factor in blocking the learningprocess arises, ironically, from techniquesthat have been (and still are) used in thevery process of institutional education andlearning. One example is simple learning

by rote. Whist this method makes it possibleto store information, word for word, it doesso without any proper understanding of themeaning – accumulating knowledge with-out any intrinsic value. It creates some verybad habits in connection with the learningprocess, often leading directly to a form ofclosed circuit “thinking”, when empty ideasor phrases are repeated, parrot-fashion,instead of voicing one’s own real thoughts.This is something employed ruthlessly byadvertising and some aspects of manipula-tive popular culture. Yet, better learningtechniques often reveal an unknown poten-tial and prove that nobody is actually bornstupid. One merely requires a valid meansof learning in order to “make it” – throughwhatever circumstances! Every humanbeing is basically intelligent and, therefore,is able to acquire the knowledge and theexperience that he or she needs.

Crystals can be a real support in all ofthis – although no crystal will ever do ourthinking for us! Nevertheless, the applica-tion of crystal therapy can help overcomemany limitations and thereby further ournatural abilities. Specifically, crystals can beof great service in overcoming problemsassociated with concentration, confusion,and lack of imagination or poor memoryskills.

Amazonite is helpful wherever learningis inhibited by serious inner unrest. It isespecially efficient when feeling under-challenged, a condition where boredom

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and lack of interest drown any true motiva-tion and often then open the floodgates toall kinds of distractions. Amazonite helpsthe mind to remain fully aware andfocussed.

Blue Chalcedony stimulates a mentalopenness to new ideas. It assists in under-standing what has to be learned and to thenconvert acquired knowledge into valid andpractical applications. As it simultaneouslyalso furthers articulation, it helps with theapplication of newly learned skills oracquired knowledge. In this way, it tends tobe the crystal of choice for helping with anykind of test.

Chrysoberyl helps with learning prob-lems whenever learning programmes aresuppressing rather than encouraging one’spotential and where a fear of failure pre-dominates. It also helps with learning disci-pline, consistently and systematically. It isparticularly recommended whenever pres-sure and stress seem to place a limit uponone’s learning ability.

Fluorite helps eliminate any stubbornadherence to limited thinking and poorlearning habits. In this, it furthers a positivemental attitude that makes sorting andevaluating information much easier. It fur-thers the ability to think, improves percep-tion and is, therefore, an excellent learningaid when substantial amounts of newknowledge have to be processed.

Lapis lazuli enhances the ongoing will-ingness to learn something new, an accep-

tance that one does not know everythingand the ability to absorb evaluate andunderstand information. It stimulates ourability to think more clearly, so that manyinsights and recognitions are possiblewithin a short time. Lapis lazuli also fur-thers the ability to discriminate intelli-gently, and aids in honesty and sincerity.Finally, since time immemorial, it hasrightly been called the “crystal of wisdom”.

All of the aforementioned can be worn asa necklace or pendant with body contact forlonger periods. You can also make anarrangement of unpolished or polishedstones (spheres, pyramids, sections/slices,etc.) at your place of work.

Leg Ulcers

Ulcers develop on the legs and feet when thebody tissue there lacks its normal supply ofnutrients. As many as 85% of all leg ulcersare a direct result of this and the associatedover-accumulation of blood in the veins.More rarely, thy can also be caused by areduced blood flow in the arteries. In bothtypes, the cells and tissues die without thevital nutrition they require, so ulcers gener-ally tend to occur in the lower leg. Further,they can only really be cured if the underly-ing, true causes are identified and thentreated. Even then, they are very slow tocure, causing considerable distress to thosewho suffer from the problem.

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As far as general precautions go by wayof prevention, the most important is thor-ough removal of toxins (see Detoxifica-tion). This usually improves the nutrientsupply to the cells and tissues and elimi-nates the damaging accumulation of toxicsubstances. A further help is adopting ahealthy diet that is rich in vitamins andminerals (if necessary, with appropriate vit-amin and nutritional supplements) andreducing one’s consumption of animal pro-tein. The latter is deposited in the humanbody as an important building block of tis-sue. However, as modern Westernisedlifestyle is oversupplied as never before byfood high in animal protein, too much of itis nowadays being stored in our bodies. Theeffect is akin to that of the ever-greater pol-lution of our environment by toxic waste.This means that the body prepares itselffor a poor supply of oxygen and of othernutrients.

So, to summarise, a diet without animalprotein is strongly recommended as part ofthe treatment of leg ulcers – and avoidingpork and any kind of sausage meat, in par-ticular, contributes greatly to a faster cure.

On the emotional and psychological sideof things, it is important also to recognisethat frustration, stress, anxiety and an over-all feeling of being run down may also con-tribute to blockages or impaired circula-tion. It can be a vicious circle, in fact, ifconcerns of this type are then exacerbatedby the formation of leg ulcers. Conse-

quently, it is just as important to reduceoverall levels of worry and stress (if possi-ble), as it is to eat properly, etc. If necessary,seek the help of a therapist in order to con-front ongoing and persistent worry, seriousissues, obligation, a fear of failure and iden-tifying sensible life goals.

Physically, when treating a leg ulcer, it isimportant to clean the area thoroughly andregularly. This can be done using acamomile infusion, or a 0.9% solution ofcommon salt. Such thorough cleansing isvery important and should – initially, atleast – be performed by a medical profes-sional, doctor, alternative practitioner ornurse. Then, once they have shown you thecorrect procedures, it is something youshould be able to tackle by yourself –though not too often, as the wound secretesenzymes, which are beneficial to the cure.As a consequence, bandages should only bechanged every two days at the earliest,unless there is a burning sensation or asmell which signifies the presence of bacte-ria. This latter condition should be dis-cussed with the doctor treating the leg, andthe area surrounding the wounds cleansedwith oil and healing ointments (from alter-native or natural medicine practice).

Physical exercise is also necessary inorder to neutralise the underlying accumu-lated toxins and disruption of the circula-tion. When seated, raising the feet also pro-vides immediate relief. However, whenstanding again, slackened blood vessels

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immediately expand again. It is, therefore,important to wear support stockings orcompression bandages when first walking.

Crystals can assist and support the heal-ing of wounds (Mookaite, Rhodonite), aswell as boosting nutrient supply to the tis-sues (Lace Agate, Hematite, Carnelian,Ocean Jasper).

Rhodonite and Mookaite can be addedto the cleansing fluid used in the form ofgem essence (10 drops for 100 ml), be wornin the form of ankle bracelets or be placedinside a bandage close to the wound (butonly using a very flat crystal). Mookaiteitself also supports a better supply of tissuenutrients, while Rhodonite helps the veryslow healing process. Additionally, if wornon the body in the form of a necklace orpendant, they will also stimulate an aware-ness of any emotional causes and thus alsoencourage psychological healing.

Lace Agate (with a vessel signature)and Carnelian have a supportive effect onthe blood vessels in the surrounding tissueand on the blood flow within them. Apartfrom that, they aid the supply of nutrientsand limitation of toxic substances. Theyalso help to cope with frustration, stress andfeelings of weakness.

Haematite enhances blood flow andblood quality. Thus, it helps both speed upthe circulation and improves the supply. Inaddition, Haematite also boost thewillpower needed to speed the cure and pro-vides the inner strength to cope with it all.

Ocean Jasper also improves the supplyof nutrition and the elimination of toxins.It also stimulates the body’s immune systemand self-healing forces, thereby speeding upthe healing process. It is especially effectiveif it contains cell, vessel or wound signa-tures. Emotionally, Ocean Jasper also pro-motes a new sense of new optimism andjoie-de-vivre, which is also important dur-ing the long healing process.

For Lace Agate, Hematite, Carnelian andOcean Jasper, wear as ankle bracelets (ifpossible).

Alternatively, take as gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day), or gem essence (3-5drops, 5-10 times daily). The dosage shouldbe rather low to begin with, but then can beincreased rapidly over the next three days,maintained for several weeks, and finally bereduced gradually once again.

Libidosee Sexual Problems

Liver Health

The liver, together with its function ofcleansing, construction and storage, is theorgan of regeneration in our organism. Itcontributes considerably to the detoxifica-tion process and it produces our essentialproteins. It also acts as a store of many vital

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substances, such as the red blood corpusclesand the starch-like, energy-storing sub-stance glycogen. The consequence of aweakened liver is a weakened total organ-ism (“tiredness is the pain of the liver”)with lowered resistance to infection andother symptoms indicative of insufficientdetoxification and regeneration.

It is clear therefore, that maintaining ahealthy liver not only leads to better physi-cal harmony, but also to improved emo-tional states and general equilibrium. Thefollowing crystals can have a positive influ-ence on this process.

Amazonite helps with specific metabolicdisturbances in the liver, when specific sub-stances can neither be built up nor brokendown. Above all, it should be applied whenliver efficiency decreases suddenly withoutapparent cause, or becomes irregular (apossible sign being a drop in performancein the early afternoon).

Chrysoprase is the number-one choicein connection with the liver. It stimulates allliver functions and furthers the cleansingand regeneration of the organ itself. Apartfrom that, it has also proved to be especiallygood for detoxification.

Dioptase has a refreshing effect on theliver. This copper silicate is most effective ifplaced directly over the liver. It stimulatesthe cleansing function of the liver, aidingthe organ itself, as well as processes that aredriven by the liver metabolism and by theliver energy in other parts of the body (e. g.

in the eyes, the spinal discs and themenisci).

Emerald furthers the healing andregeneration in cases of liver disease. It hasan anti-inflammatory effect and, at thesame time, a cleansing and strengtheningeffect on basic liver function.

Epidote stimulates and supports thebuilding and storage processes in the liver.It is, therefore, mainly a recuperation andregeneration crystal to be used after ill-nesses or after a long and difficult period.

Malachite stimulates the liver and, inparticular, helps with nausea that can betraced back to disturbances in liver func-tion. It has a detoxifying effect and helpswith afflictions caused by problems withuric acid metabolism (see Rheumatism,Gout).

Ocean Jasper strengthens the buildingand storage, as well as detoxifying functionsof the liver. It helps with liver diseases (alsowith inflammatory states), and stimulatesthe organ’s own cleansing processes. It isespecially helpful when the liver has beenunder strain for some time because of mal-nutrition, alcohol abuse or impaired diges-tion in the intestine.

Zircon furthers the detoxifying func-tions of the liver and cell regeneration inconnection with liver diseases. It can beapplied in particular when there is pain inand swelling of the liver.

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every night; or, if easier use sticking plasterto affix it to the area for a longer period oftime. The crystals can be applied in this wayevery time a process of physical or an emo-tional regeneration seems to be needed. It isalso possible to take gem essence (3-5drops, 3 times daily) or gem water (50–100ml taken in small sips over the course of theday).

Long Sightsee Ametropia

Loss of Voice

Loss of voice can be caused by hoarseness,by straining the vocal cords, inflammationof the larynx and disturbances in the actualnerves within the vocal cords. Emotionalcauses, such as loss of speech associatedwith sudden, unexpected, shocking and/ortraumatic incidents, may also play a part.Always seek the advice of a doctor in order toclarify the causes and avoid serious or evenincurable results such as persistent mute-ness.

See also: Hearing Loss; HoarsenessChalcedony can help with loss of voice

caused by infections and inflammation ofthe airways or larynx. Hildegard von Bingenreferred to it as the “speaker’s crystal” it stillremains effective with all problems in thelarynx and vocal cords.

Chrysoberyl helps in cases of voice losscaused by brain or nerve disturbance. As acrystal containing the metallic elementberyllium, it helps remove many kinds ofnerve blockages and thereby re-activatescorresponding areas of the brain.

Unlike similar crystals, it should not beworn at the neck, but only placed on theforehead, 2 – 3 times daily for about 15minutes.

Lapis lazuli and Sodalite have proved tobe very useful when loss of voice is causedby hoarseness, nerve disturbances caused bypent-up anger, shocking experience or prob -lems that are connected with the difficultyin talking about of something disagreeable.

Lapis lazuli, in particular, brings backthe voice very quickly. It also helps physi-cally in raising the voice and emotionally inspeaking one’s mind – the latter especiallywhere there seems to be a need to be heardin order to avoid an injustice or to disclosethe truth.

Sodalite helps raise consciousness andawareness of the moment when somethingreally has to be said immediately andensuring there are no further “blockages”or inhibitions in speaking out.

The best sequence, therefore for thesetwo crystals is Lapis Lazuli for acute cases,followed by Sodalite in order to prevent arelapse.

Larimar helps with a weakened voicethat rapidly loses strength and energy; andit also prevents any recurring loss of voice.

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Apart from that, Larimar makes it easier tocommunicate something that has not yetbeen said, but needs to be.

However, it has a gentler and more “cau-tious” effect than Lapis lazuli and is alsoproving to be particularly helpful with feel-ings of being overwhelmed by a situation inwhich the throat “tightens up” and thatseems to paralyse all speech, thought oractivity.

For all of these, except Chrysoberyl,place a slice/section, tumbled or a raw stoneon the throat or were in the form of a neck-lace or pendant.

Lumbago

Lumbago is a pain that occurs suddenly inthe spine or in the back’s lumbar region.Immediately, it causes a tension within themuscles, a hardening of the spinal muscu-lature and a crooked spinal posture. Theassociated pains are generally so severe thatone can hardly move at all. The causes maybe overall “wear and tear” of the spinal col-umn, a slipped disk or a blockage in theflexibility of the small vertebrae. Lumbagois mostly triggered by unaccustomed orexcessive strain of the back, as well as bydraughts or damp conditions.

In self-treatment of lumbago, pain reliefcomes as one’s first priority, as treatment ona causal level cannot begin before thetensed muscles have been relieved. So, it is

very important to take care and, if neces-sary, stay in bed and keep warm. When thepain decreases, seeing a doctor or qualifiedphysiotherapist, or having a recommendedmassage can help.

As a support, crystals have turned out tobe particularly valuable for relieving thepain of lumbago and for rapidly re-estab-lishing mobility.

Pyrites are the first choice of crystal forpain relief. They should be placed on theaffected area in a cotton bag and bewrapped warm pieces of cloth – or, even bet-ter, in warmed fur. The cotton bag is neces-sary in order to avoid direct contact betweenthe Pyrites and skin and sweat, as the latterdissolves iron sulphide (the chemical com-ponent of pyrites), which could otherwiselead to skin irritation.

Kunzite and Sugilite also have a painrelieving effect, but usually work moreslowly than Pyrites. Both crystals can beplaced directly on the affected area in theform of a crystal (Kunzite) or a tumbledstone. Take gem essence at the same time(5-7 drops, every half hour).

Tourmaline, particularly Pink Tourma-line and Watermelon Tourmaline, stimu-late a re-establishment of mobility. Applythe crystals as polished sections or Tourma-line crystals on the affected area. Alterna-tively, fix them there with adhesive plasterswhen the pain is decreasing. The bestmethod is to affix the crystals parallel to thespinal column.

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Lyme Diseasesee Tick Bites

Lymphatic Health

Lymph is the fluid that drains from the bodyand is absorbed by a fine system of vesselsand, in turn, is conducted back to the bloodcirculation via larger lymph vessels. Thelymphatic system thus consists of these ves-sels, which contain so-called lymph nodes,and ensures that no toxic substances,harmful bacteria, or damaged or deadwhite blood corpuscles can return to theblood supply. It is the specific function ofthe lymph nodes to carry out this process offiltering and detoxification. At the sametime, they form the operational base for thehuman immune system. As a result, thewhole lymphatic system is vital for thecleansing and the drainage of the tissues, aswell as for the immune defence mecha-nism. This double function makes it obvi-ous why detoxification and care of theimmune defence system are so closely con-nected. When our tissues are overloadedwith deposited toxins and waste substances,the quality and free-flowing nature oflymph are both decreased. The fluidbecomes more viscous and the immunereactions are delayed and weakened.

Stimulation and maintenance of ahealthy lymphatic system facilitates thedrainage of fluid and toxic substances. It

cleanses the tissues and the lymph fluiditself, improving both flow and the effective-ness of the immune function of the system.Therefore, any swelling of the lymph nodesthat occurs as a result of inflammation andinfections, reduces more rapidly. In addi-tion, hypersensitivity to specific foods, acidi-fication, allergy and any predispositiontowards infections are alleviated – alongwith any disturbances of the metabolism, ofcirculation or heart. Above all, maintaininga healthy and functioning lymph systemsremains especially important in supportingthe detoxification processes, and in connec-tion with colds, infections and inflamma-tions.

The following have been found to assistin this overall process.

Chalcedony stimulates lymph flow andthe removal of fluid accumulations in thetissues (the oedemas). In this way, it sup-ports detoxification and speeds up theshrinking of swollen lymph nodes afterinfections and inflammation. As a result italso helps with alleviating the effects ofmost types of feverish diseases (see alsoColds; Fevers; Flu).

Moss Agate furthers the cleansing of thetissues and lymph and helps particularlywith very stubborn or persistent infectionsand diseases.

Noble Opal also stimulates the lymphflow. However, it has a stronger stimulatingeffect on the functions of the immune sys-tem, and so, in some cases, is preferable to

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use instead of Chalcedony – especially incases of swollen lymph nodes, infectionsand inflammations.

Ocean Jasper stimulates the lymphflow and helps oedemas shrink back to anormal state. It is especially helpful withaccumulations of lymph and stimulates thecontraction of the lymph nodes – even incases of chronic infections and inflamma-tion. It has a stronger cleansing effect thanMoss Agate and has a greater strengtheningeffect on the immune system than hasNoble Opal. Its use should certainly be con-sidered in all cases where there is a persis-tent condition and slow, difficult healing.

For all the above, wear a bracelet, anecklace or a pendant with body contact fora longer period. With oedemas place aslice/section, or a raw or tumbled stonedirectly on the affected spot. Alternatively,take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3-5 timesdaily), or gem water (200–300 ml) taken insmall sips during the course of the day).

Melancholia

Feelings of constant sadness, worry; misery;general mild depression or even despair – ifpersistent – can be best summarised underthis heading.

Sadness is a vague term, but if weinclude the above in various forms andcombinations, it is nearly always caused by

suffering, difficulties and circumstancesthat make one feel unhappy and that do notseem changeable in the foreseeable future.It is distinguishable from acute personalloss (see Grief), which, as a rule, is due to aspecific incident, e. g. a death, a brokenrelationship, rejection etc. Constant sadnessdevelops over a longer period; sometimesbecause of a couple of consecutive inci-dents, – so called “chronic sadness”.

Another typical sign of constant sadnessis a clinging to the past, which is seen eitheras the “good old days”, “everything was bet-ter in the past” or as the time when all thebad things started. However, the past cannotbe changed now, despite feelings that maybeone’s parents, a former partner, anemployer, the War, etc. are to be blamed foreverything!

Sadness is characterised by emotionaldifficulties, unhappy life circumstances anda persistent dwelling in the past. Indeed, allthree components are usually present. Incontrast to direct grief – where talkingabout events and associated feelings, andthen allowing tears to flow brings relief –talking about sadness and worries, often ina rambling way, merely tends to make thesituation worse. Because the suffering hasbeen going on for such a long time, manyexplanations tend to have arisen or beencreated in the mind of the sufferer, andwhich cover up the really painful memo-ries. Furthermore, if you believe that you

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cannot change anything about the causesof your current situation, the future canlook black indeed.

You can only relieve such constant emo-tions when you recognise that you can actu-ally change your life! This will need toinvolve looking more closely at painful andsad incidents from the past – if necessary,with the help of a therapist. However, thegoal must be to refrain from blaming any-one (and this also includes oneself) for pastincidents and to begin to be an active co-creator of one’s own life, by assuming totalresponsibility for oneself. If this change canbe made, there will definitely be hope for thefuture.

See also DepressionConsciously working on oneself possibly

with the help from a therapist may be nec-essary. Nevertheless, crystals can, however,support and ease this work in many areas.

Amethyst relieves sadness and helps oneconfront the relevant incidents from thepast. Amethyst makes the consciousness-raising about key incidents easier and helpsone to stop blaming other people. In thisway the process of clarification is sustainedand inner peace is attained.

Chrysoprase helps with feelings of lone-liness, hopelessness and of being lost. Itsupports the search for ones own truth andbrings about self-confidence and security.In this way, Chrysoprase relieves even jeal-ousy and lovesickness. Chrysoprase makes it

possible to look at one’s own life with all itsblows dealt by fate from a “higher perspec-tive”. Thus, it helps create the broader view,which puts many things into a new contextand reveals the deeper meaning or thecauses of painful or unhappy experiences.

Citrine helps one to release one’s atten-tion from previous incidents and to direct it,instead, towards the future. This offers bet-ter control over one’s life in the “here andnow”, along with security and self-confi-dence. Through such positive changes, onecan then forget and let go of many incidentsthat were previously believed (spuriously) tobe important and be rid of their persistentinfluence. Citrine relieves despair byencouraging a growing optimism.

Dumortierite helps one to take thingsless seriously (hence it being called the“take-it-easy” crystal). Dumortierite makesit possible to look at unpleasant incidentsfrom the past in a new way, to confrontthem with self-confidence and to talk aboutthem more easily. It is therefore a good sup-port in conversation therapies. It furthers apositive attitude towards life.

Noble Opal quickly draws one’s atten-tion to the present and guides it to the posi-tive and brighter sides of life. Boulder-Opalsin particular have turned out to be effectiveas they contain veins of Noble Opal in amother rock rich in iron, with its associatedadditional strengthening effect. Noble Opalchanges powers of observation, so that

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attention is increasingly drawn to personalstrengths and talents as well as to happyincidents – with a new and better percep-tion of life.

Wear a necklace or a pendant of theabove, with direct body contact, for a longerperiod and/or carry a tumbled stone or acrystal in your pocket.

Memory Problems

A bad memory, or a gradually decreasingability to remember, is often accepted asbeing an inevitable process or somethingthat is inherent. With increasing age, inparticular, it seems to be impossible to im -prove the memory. Quite simply, this iswrong!

Totally independent of one’s age, thereare a number of ways of refreshing thememory function. Foremost among theseself-administered methods is memory train-ing. This can be done by such exercises aslearning poems by heart, playing memorygames, deleting programmed numbers inthe telephone or fax machine, going shop-ping without a list, etc. These exercisesshould begin with a low degree of difficultyand then gradually be stepped up. Further-more, any kind of ordering activity is help-ful – even tidying up at home and at work,systematic sorting and filing papers, etc. Allunfinished activities that are properlybrought to an end 100% then help release

mental storage capacity and improve one’smemory. Just and try it!

In addition, specific crystals can beapplied in order to fortify one’s memory.However, they are much more effectivewhen the above training exercises are alsocarried out.

Amazonite improves the memory wheninternal unrest and distraction cause lack ofconcentration. Amazonite is, therefore, par-ticularly helpful with children, who havedifficulties with structure at school, such aslarge classes, ex-cathedra teaching, sittingstill, etc. Consequently, they have a veryselective memory, recording interesting (tothem!) things perfectly, and other thingsnot at all.

Chrysoberyl strengthens one’s memoryand is especially helpful in stressful situa-tions, or when one feels too stressed toremain in control and think clearly. It isespecially good when there is a tendencycon stantly to forget the most importantthings.

Diamond helps to reconstruct incidentsand, in this way to create, a coherent mem-ory. You can always apply it when you havethe feeling that you know something – butjust cannot quite retrieve it from yourmemory.

Fluorite helps to create internal andexternal order. It strengthens mainly theshort- and middle-term memory and so isgreat help when studying.

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one to recall events or something learned along time ago that is deeply buried.

Wear a necklace or pendant (if avail-able), or place or fix a rough stone, a crystalor a tumbled stone regularly on the fore-head. Also take gem essence (2-4 drops,twice daily) or gem water (50–100 ml takenin small sips during the course of the day).

Menopausal Problems

The menopause tends to take up some10 to15 years of a woman’s life, during whichhormone production within the ovaries de -clines significantly. These hormonal changes,caused by a decreased generation of oestro-gen, can cause problems that are almostalways very specific and directly personal.

Irregular bleeding often occurs justbefore the menopause, along with the infa-mous “hot flushes” and reddening of theskin. There may also be heavy perspiration,followed by shivering, a disturbed heartrhythm, dizziness and prickling sensationsin the upper limbs (a result of disrupted cir-culation).

Beside that, there may be lack of sleep;nervousness; increased irritability; reducedlevels of performance; states of fear anddepression. Sometimes there may be meta-bolic disturbances; weight gain; increase inblood pressure; and osteoporosis (see rele-vant chapters).

All these problems are all the more pro-

nounced, the faster the oestrogen levels fall.Doctors, therefore, usually administeroestrogen. Alternative practitioners go theopposite way. They ensure that the conse-quences of the hormonal change are offsetby a conscious, natural way of life: balanceddiet; avoidance of alcohol, nicotine, andcaffeine; regular physical exercise, gym,swimming; and contrast baths. All of thesemeasures may offset the above-mentionedproblems.

Moonstone can be an additional help.It delays and harmonises the oestrogendrop, so that the change – over takes placewith considerably fewer problems.

Practical application:Wear as a bracelet, necklace or pendant

for longer periods (necklaces are best)Blue Chalcedony or Ocean Jasper is

especially useful in acute occurrences suchas hot flushes, dizziness, irritability andsleeplessness.

Wear them as a bracelet, necklace orpendant. As an alternative, take gemessence (5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily), or gemwater (100–200ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Meniscus Problemssee Knee Problems

Menstruation Problemssee Period Pains

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Middle Ear Inflammation

Middle ear inflammation is often caused bya cold or flu that has not been totally cured.As a result of the persisting infection, bacte-ria pass through the connection betweenthe throat and the middle ear. Apart frominappropriate treatment of the disease(working instead of staying in bed) it can becaused by heavily polluted tissue. If this isthe case, neither the immune nor the lymphsystem can fully cope with the diseasegerms, they are neither able to drain offtoxic substances, generated as a conse-quence of inflammation and infections, norto excrete them by via the normal routethrough the kidneys. This can be caused byheavy consumption of dairy produce, espe-cially cow’s milk. Modern mass rearingmethods of milk cows involves a consider-able use of antibiotics to the extent thatsuch milk can only be digested with diffi-culty so building up antibiotic resistance inthe body leading to the pollution and infec-tion of body tissues.

If the body’s normal healing process isimpeded in this way, it tends to find someform of “emergency exit” through the ear.In this process, pus and toxic substances areexcreted via the middle ear, building upuntil the eardrum splits and the resultingfluid escapes by running out through theear. This is not only highly unpleasant forthe infected person, it is also dangerous asthe middle ear then provides an open and

relatively easy access to the brain for diseasebacteria, germs and other infections. Theresult can then be life-threatening cere-brospinal meningitis or encephalitis.

It is my earnest recommendation thatdairy products from cow’s milk ought to beavoided if at all possible. In addition, thereshould also be a regular programme ofdetoxifying and any of case of heavy coldsand flu treated being seriously (see the rele-vant chapters), e. g. by staying in bed, thestandard advice of the family doctor in theold days. (See also Colds; Flu).

Rinsing the mouth and teeth withorganically produced, cold-pressed sun-flower oil for some 10 to 20 minutes everyday can provide further protection againstsuch infection. This oil absorbs from the tis-sues any toxic and poisonous substancesthat might obstruct the function of theimmune system. But do not swallow theoil under any circumstances; spit it outafterwards and rinse thoroughly with tepidwater!

However, if the middle ear has indeedbecome infected and inflammation hasalready developed, with accompanyingpain, fever and reduction of hearing, seekadvice from a doctor or an alternative prac-titioner as soon as possible in order to avoidany further complications.

If the infection causes severe earache –which, annoyingly and frustratingly, oftenseems to occur late at night when it almostimpossible or impractical to seek any

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immediate professional help – an effectivebut quaint “folk remedy” for relief involvesplacing small bags of raw onion on the ear.

You can also apply an ointment madeup of 10 drops of gem essence mixed with10 drops of Bach “Rescue Remedy” and 10grams of a basis that consists of 1 partbeeswax and 4-5 parts jojoba oil. The oint-ment is applied around the ear and it helpsrelieve pains quickly.

As ever, crystal therapy can complementand supplement the above treatments andprecautions.

Heliotrope is the most effective crystalfor dealing with middle ear inflammation.Small polished pieces of the crystal thathave been drilled through with a small eye-hole and a thread attached securely areknown as “ear olives” These can be intro-duced into the outer ear carefully and leftthere until relief is obtained before drawingthem out slowly by the attached thread.Great care should always be taken in thisapplication and ear olives placed only in theouter ear.

A related method is to place a tumbledstone or a section/slice of Heliotrope overthe ear itself.

Alternatively, take gem essence (initially,some 3-5 drops every 15 minutes, then every30 minutes and finally around once anhour and at least 3-5 times daily); or drinkgem water (up to 1 litre taken in small sipsover the course of the day.)

Ocean Jasper can be used if Heliotrope

is found to have no effect, or if it has notbeen applied in time to take effect. OceanJasper has a very strong detoxifying effectand apart from that also stimulates thelymph flow and strengthens the immunesystem. In this way the organism quicklysucceeds in curing a middle ear inflamma-tion.

If worn in the form of a bracelet, neck-lace, or pendant for a reasonable period, itought not then need to be complemented byany proprietary “cures” for colds or otherinfections and it will also protect the wearerwho shows any tendency towards recurringmiddle ear infection

For acute problems it can also be takenin the form of gem essence or gem water(the dosage being as above for Heliotrope).

Sardonyx also helps the healingprocess, especially in cases resulting in sucheffects as a reduced hearing.

Place an uncut or tumbled stone uponthe ear; or wear as a necklace or pendant.Alternatively, take gem essence (5-7 drops,3 times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday)

Emerald helps with chronic middle earinflammation, which, while seeming lesspainful, is identified by period heavy fluidsecretion and the onset of hearing diffi -culties.

In such cases, place an Emerald crystalor a tumbled stone over the ear; or wear as anecklace or pendant.

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Alternatively, take gem essence (5-7drops, 3 times daily or gem water (200–300ml taken in small sips over the course of theday).

Migraine

Migraine is a very strong headache, most ofthe time, it affects only one side of the headand starts with a flickering before the eyesand sight disturbances, often accompaniedby nausea and vomiting.

The pain itself is often rhythmic, throb-bing and beating and is intensified by noiseand light. A sufferer might also start sweat-ing heavily, have palpitations, cramp, stom-ach ache, diarrhoea, sense disturbance andparalysis phenomenon.

Migraine results mainly from distur-bances of the brain’s blood circulation andblood vessels. These undergo rapid contrac-tion and expansion, affecting the brain’shypersensitive nerves. This is experienced asthe aforementioned unbearable pain andassociated phenomena.

However, migraine can also be caused bythe Earth’s natural radiation or by electro-magnetic pollution (e. g. microwave com-munication, power lines, radio clocks),metabolism problems in the liver, the gallbladder or the pancreas, and accumulatedlymph or hormonal disturbances. Food,drink and tobacco (red wine, chocolate,cheese), climatic or hormonal changes

(e. g. during the menstrual cycle) can alsotrigger migraine fits.

In addition to all of the above, migraineis one of those afflictions that occur whenone is totally stressed, unhappy, worn out,restricted by a strong sense of duty but witha crying need for relaxation. Migraines ofthis type often occur at exactly the momentwhen relaxation ought to be possible (oftencalled “weekend migraine”).

In order to reduce the number ofmigraine attacks, it is advisable to makerelaxation, meditation and exercise a regu-lar feature and part of one’s life – and oncein a while to detach oneself from onesduties. In this way, one does not necessarilyhave to pay the price of a strong headachefor the right to peace and recreation.

Rhodocrosite is the first choice foracute migraine. Firstly, locate the medullaoblongata, the place under the back of thehead where the spinal column passesthrough into the brain through an openingin the skull. It is relatively easy to find, asthe spot is pressure sensitive. Then, placethe Rhodocrosite crystal there and themigraine will ease off after a short time.

Emotionally, Rhodocrosite also helpsone to recognise personal needs and toassert them. Wear as a necklace or pendantfor this purpose.

Magnesite and Amethyst relievemigraine and reduce the tendency towardsattacks if they are applied for lengthy peri-ods. Amethyst helps first and foremost with

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migraines that occur in connection withclimatic changes and during times of greatpersonal changes. Magnesite is more help-ful with migraines that are nutrition-induced or which recur regularly.

For both crystals, wear as a bracelet,necklace (the most effective) or pendant.

Ocean Jasper helps with migraine con-nected to metabolic disturbance, accumu-lations of lymph or detoxification. There isalso a connection in this context withmigraine that occurs shortly before men-struation. This is a result of the body re -leasing poisons and toxic substances at anincreased rate in order to exploit the men-strual flow for the excretion of these sub-stances.

Strangely, it is not necessary to wearOcean Jasper especially close to the head orthe neck in order to make it help withmigraine. Crystals kept in a trouser pocketor around the bed have proved helpful helpin many cases.

Minor Bleeding

Minor bleeding that is caused by cuts,scratches, scrapes, grazes or other similarkinds of injuries, can easily be healed withcrystals. Obviously, standard first-aid mea-sures should be applied as an initial priorityand any further loss of blood needs to beprevented after more severe injuries.

Carnelian, Mookaite, Snowflake

Obsidian, and Rhodonite all help stopminor bleeding. In addition, Mookaite andRhodonite also support further recovery,with Rhodonite being regarded as by far thebest. With the help of Rhodonite, small cutsand scratches are healed within a few sec-onds, so that an adhesive plaster is often noteven needed.

The crystals mentioned above can bepressed directly on the wound in the case ofminor lesions. Apply either uncut or tum-bled stones, or slices/sections. Of course, inall cases, they should be cleansed andwashed thoroughly beforehand. As a rule,bleeding will cease after a couple of min-utes. Apply diluted gem essence (10 dropsdissolved in 100 ml of water) or gem waterfor scrapes or grazes.

Mouth Problems

Problems in the mouth – such as furring,mouth ulcers, blisters on the tongue,inflammations of the mucous membranes,bad breath, plaque on the teeth and bleed-ing gums – are usually connected with dis-eases or infection of the airways, problemsof digestion, metabolic disturbances, lack oforal hygiene or toxin-affected tissues (seealso Detoxification).

The most effective treatment is garglingor rinsing the mouth and teeth withorganic, cold-pressed sunflower oil for 10 to20 minutes every day. This oil draws out

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from the body tissue the toxins and poisonswhich obstruct the work of the immune sys-tem. Under no circumstances should theoil be swallowed; spit it out afterwards andrinse the mouth thoroughly with lukewarmwater! A definite, noticeable improvementof the above mentioned symptoms shouldbe apparent after doing this just a couple oftimes.

Jet helps especially with oral furring,blisters, ulcers, general mouth inflamma-tion, bad breath or bleeding gums.

Emotionally, Jet helps one to overcomeany withdrawal and the reserve that mayhave arisen as a result of bad luck or suffer-ing, enabling one to “open up” once more.This is connected with the mouth becausethe mouth features so strongly in humanexpressions of openness and interaction –such as eating, speaking, kissing, etc.

Chrysoprase and Smoky Quartz incombination, will, however, be more effec-tive than Jet in cases of oral fungal infec-tions (see also Fungal Infections).

Ocean Jasper is another importantcrystal in this context. It aids open-minded-ness and conflict resolution. Besides that, itis also very effective with infected airways,inflammation and metabolic upsets. It hasa detoxifying effect and stimulates thelymph flow, to the extent that mouth prob-lems disappear rapidly.

For both Ocean Jasper and Jet, place atumbled stone in the mouth; or wear as anecklace or pendant for a reasonable period

of time. Alternatively, take gem essence (3-5drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day).

Muscle Tension

Muscle tension can be caused physically bybad body posture, pain, inflammation,overwork (especially if not part of a dailynorm). Emotionally, any involuntary ten-sion resulting from mental pressure or anx-iety can also produce tenseness in muscles,as will intense concentration over unusu-ally long periods, for example, driving a carat high speed for several hours may alsolead to muscle tension.

In fact, such emotional and psychologi-cal states are not for nothing described asone being “tense”, or “strung out”, inappropriate circumstances or when antici-pating an event or a need to take importantsteps to change something.

See also: Cramp; Joint Pains; MuscleInjuries; Muscle Weakness

Crystals that are of help with tension notonly have a relaxing effect on the muscles,they also promote emotional relaxation.Believe it or not, their effect on the musclesis so profound that even displaced vertebraesometimes fall into place, or at least can berepositioned correctly much more easily, viathe crystals’ relaxing properties.

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used in the form of a druse the size of asaucer to stroke the body, as if using abrush, but without touching the body. Thedruse should be moved from the forehead,over the scalp, neck, back and the legs; thenover the arms and downward to the floor(see Fig 12). Areas of the body, which areregarded as especially tense, can be treatedin this way several times.

If the blood pressure falls very quicklybecause of the treatment, creating feeling ofdizziness, then this has too be stabilised bymeans of a “compensating” movement ofthe crystal over the body. In other words, thestroking should be applied to the body’saxis, starting at the front, passing over thehead and downward along the back (seeFig. 13).

If Amethyst is worn in the form of anecklace, it will also relieve muscle tensionand will help with the identification andnegation of the emotional and mentalcauses of tension.

Magnesite has a relaxing effect on thewhole muscle system. It helps overcomefear and grief and thus also brings aboutthe required relaxation.

Place a tumbled stone on the affectedareas or wear as a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant. Alternatively, take gem essence (3-7drops, 3 times daily), or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

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Fig. 13: Compensating movement

to stabilise the blood pressure.


hands and allow yourself a couple of min-utes rest. Alternatively or as a complemen-tary treatment, place a crystal or a tumbledstone on affected muscles. If used in crystalform, ensure they point downward towardthe feet or the hands.

Smoky Quartz also helps one to remainrelaxed in trying times and reduces anyinnate tendency to become stressed. For thispurpose, it can be worn as a bracelet, neck-lace or pendant.

Tourmaline crystals (in particular thesmall, narrow ones) of any kind help withtension. Emotionally, Tourmaline enhancesa sense of mental flexibility and agility.

Place the crystals along the body axis oralong the joints, pointing downwards. Inthis way, the energy flow is stimulated in theaffected areas. In instances where the jointshave also become stiffened by stress, wear thecrystals as a bracelet, necklace or pendant.

Muscle Injuries

Muscular problems can range from achingand pulled muscles to actual tears in mus-cle fibre. All can be caused by undue strainon the muscles, or – in cases of severeinjury – by sudden, excessive demands onan already taut muscle (e. g. stretching,squeezing and twisting).

Aching muscles can be best defined asbeing experienced as only temporary pain

and/or stiffness. Such aches are caused bymetabolic products of the muscles workingwithout sufficient oxygen (with a resultingproduction of lactic acid) and inflamma-tion and swellings on any small tears in themuscle fibres after extreme exertion. A hotbath (alkaline based) and physical exerciseoffer the best treatment for this type of painrelief.

Pulled muscles are caused by strain onindividual muscle fibres. The symptoms areexperienced as localised pressure and painwhen moving the limb, very occasionallyaccompanied by slight bleeding. Trulysevere pain may mean that there are majortears in muscle fibres. The application of acold arnica poultice or compress shouldalleviate the pain.

The most serious form of muscularinjury is full muscle rupture. Here, a sub-stantial mass of fibres, or even whole mus-cles, are torn apart. This leads to stabbingpains, along with severe bruising, swellingand a substantial reduction of use or move-ment in the affected area. Treatment requiresthat the affected limb remains motionlessalong with the application of a cold arnicapoultice. If necessary, in very severe cases, thetorn muscles may even require stitches.

With the exception of merely achingmuscles, any other form of muscular injuryshould be examined by a doctor – especiallyif a pulled muscle is suspected.

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helpful in all the above types of tears in themuscle fibres, as muscular injury nearlyalways results from such lesions.

Rhodonite is probably the best crystal touse. It relieves pain, swelling, and bruisingand speeds up the healing process.

Place or tape a tumbled stone or aslice/section on the affected muscle; or keepit in place with a bandage.

As a supplement, take gem essence (tobegin with, once an hour; later some 5-9drops, 3-4 times daily) or plenty of gemwater (up to 1 litre, taken during the courseof the whole day).

Muscle Weakness

The signs of muscle weakness are that themuscles perform less well, become tiredmuch too fast, and that there is an increas-ing lack of energy during strenuous work.These problems can be caused by overbur-dening, infections, bad nutrition or lackingjoie-de-vivre and, more seldomly, throughautoimmune diseases. In order to excludethese possibilities in connection with a con-tinuous weakness of the muscles, oneshould be examined by a doctor or alterna-tive practitioner. Any emotional cause, orlack of joie-de-vivre, should also bechecked out by a therapist. When treatingweak muscles the greatest natural therapysuccesses are obtained if one can rediscover

the aims and goals, which previously awokeone’s enthusiasm which have been gradu-ally forgotten, and one begins to enjoy themanew. Enthusiasm is always the factorwhich helps best, when weakness has to beovercome, and new strength is to be found.

Garnet Pyrope and Rhodonite in com-bination is helpful in connection with weakmuscles. Garnet Pyrope mobilises theenergy reserves and stimulates the metabo-lism, circulation and muscle regeneration.Rhodonite is particularly helpful with infec-tions and autoimmune diseases, as it regu-lates and normalises the immune system.

Emotionally, Rhodonite helps one to letgo of lingering, hurtful feelings and pain,while Garnet Pyrope supports one’s focus onnew goals that arouse one’s enthusiasm.

Hold Garnet Pyrope in each hand (as atumbled stone or a crystal) and placeRhodonite on the thymus gland. The besttime to do this is late morning. A Garnetnecklace with a Rhodonite pendant, whichhangs over the thymus gland, is also suit-able, or you can wear as a bracelet, necklaceor a pendant with body contact for a longerperiod.

Take gem essence (3-5 drops, 3 timesdaily) or gem water (200–300 taken insmall sips during the course of the day).

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Nausea

Nausea is not an illness, but a sensationthat is itself a symptom of several differentillnesses or functional disturbances of theinternal organs. For example, it can becaused by the following: over-eating andirritation of the stomach (e. g. alcohol);stomach or intestinal diseases; variouskinds of inflammation; poisoning; nerveand brain diseases; travel sickness; sunstroke; migraine.

Apart from the above, nausea can alsobe caused by unpleasant experiences,smells, disgust, grief etc. – in principle,therefore, by anything, the mere thought ofwhich makes one feel bad.

See also: Stomach Problems; VomitingAs nausea is an extremely non-specific

symptom, it is best left to a doctor or analternative practitioner to clarify its causes– as long as it is not caused by self-evidentexcessive consumption of alcohol or badfood.

Treatment at causal level is, of course,the first priority. Nevertheless, finding someinitial relief in order to avoid any unneces-sary discomfort is perfectly sensible andadvisable.

Here are some crystals suitable for allevi-ating nausea.

Antimonite is good for all stomachproblems with nausea and vomiting.

Aquamarine works best for nausea,which is a consequence of problems with

the pancreas or general stress and anxiety.Amber eases nausea arising from stom-

ach, pancreas and gall problems.Dumortierite relieves all types of nau-

sea and the feeling of wanting to be sick.Make it your first port of call, if ever indoubt.

Heliotrope and Pink Moss Agate arethe crystals to use with nausea arising fromintestinal infections.

Magnesite for nausea caused bymigraine or gall bladder problems.

Ocean Jasper for problems with theliver, gall bladder, intestine and pancreas orfor nausea caused by worries, stress, anxietyor unresolved conflicts.

Turquoise can be applied for nauseacaused by a wide range of stomach prob-lems, including, vomiting or heartburn.

For all of the above, hold a tumbledstone, or place a flat slice/section, on thestomach. Or wear as a necklace or pendant,with direct body contact for the best results.Alternatively, take gem essence (8-12 dropsin 100 ml water) or gem water.

Neck Pain

Neck pain nearly always results from ten-sion due to a range of causes; for exampleincorrect posture, dislocated vertebrae,unfamiliar/new working postures and anyinvoluntary strain of the neck muscles inconnection with strain, emotional tension

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or stress. Even such activities as concentrat-ing hard for rather long periods – for exam-ple, driving a car rather fast and/or for longdistances – may cause neck tension.

Emotionally, the same effect can be theresult of worries about any business, or any-thing causing worry that makes one feeluncomfortable and that gradually seems tobecome becomes ever more pressing orurgent.

Crystals are helpful with neck tensionand have a relaxing effect on both musclesand emotions. They can be so effective thateven dislocated vertebrae may sometimesslip back into place all by themselves – or,at least, prove easier to manipulate (only bya professional!) back into place.

Amethyst releases neck tension bymeans of a few calm stroking movements,from the back of the head and downwardsover the neck, with a druse the size of a

saucer. Use the druse as if it were a brush,but without actually touching the skin (seeFig. 14).

Make four or five parallel strokes fromthe centre of the head to the ear, and theneck tension will often disappear veryquickly, especially if the treatment isrepeated 3-4 times on both sides.

Amethyst worn in the form of a necklacewill also help with easing the tension and itis also useful in enabling one to recogniseand eliminate any emotional causes of thetension.

Amber, Magnesite and Smoky Quartz,especially if worn in the form of necklaces,can also relieve neck tension. They have arelaxing effect, physically and emotionally,so that it becomes possible to remainrelaxed and calm, even in stressful situa-tions.

Rhodonite, together with Magnesiteand Bach’s Rescue Remedy, are anothergreat help in cases of neck tension.

Place the gem essence from the two crys-tals, together with the Bach remedy, (3-5drops of each) into a glass of water, anddrink this during the course of the day.Apart from that, one should take copiousquantities of liquid. This combination willhelp the sufferer to let go of any fears andworries and so bring about a complemen-tary emotional release.

Tourmaline in all forms helps relieveneck tension, especially in the form of smallcrystals rods. Place or affix them in some

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both sides, 3-4 times, repeating

Fig. 14: Amethyst treatment in cases

of neck tension.


way onto the back of the head, pointingdownwards. In this way, the energy flow inthe rear of the head is stimulated, which, inturn, furthers relaxation and flexibility.Emotionally, the crystal enhances opennessand mobility.

Nerve Painssee Neuralgia

Nervousness

Nervousness is best described as any form ofemotional tension. In other words, feelingsof unrest, haste, clumsiness, hypersensitiv-ity, irritability, disharmony, hyper-activityand impatience. As a rule, insecurity, pres-sure, fear, stress, excessive demands or unre-solved conflicts are hidden behind such“nervousness”. Any commonly ascribedstate-of-nerves – such as stage fright – isoften easier to overcome than true, basicnervousness. The latter lasts for a long time,and its true causes can remain unknown –often only be solved permanently with thehelp of a professional therapist.

Meditation is excellent in assisting thecalming process, as are physical activitiesand exercises such as Tai Chi, yoga or formsof autogenic training.

Many crystals – indeed, too many to listhere – have an alleviating effect, calmingnervousness and encouraging a relaxed

attitude. Consequently, only the most effec-tive and specific crystals are listed here.

Aventurine furthers inner peace,patience and relaxation in connection withstress and insecurity. It also helps particu-larly with irritability, over-sensitivity and asense of emotional disharmony.

Amber brings freedom from cares andencourages a relaxed attitude, strengthensconfidence and self-confidence – particu-larly when nervousness causes stomachache.

Chrysoberyl relieves any form of ner-vousness that causes excessive haste andclumsiness. It is also very helpful in over-coming fears, and when one feels that toohigh a demand is being made and whenone is under any kind of pressure.

Dumortierite helps one take thingsmuch more easily and relieves feelings offear and insecurity. It is helpful in copingwith heavy emotional burdens, obsessivebehaviour and with problem solving.

Larimar is effective in cases of mood-induced nervousness or when one mightsense that a “disaster” is approaching (onethat other people have no inkling of). Lari-mar can enhance sensitivity to such subtleperceptions, but enables one to preserve asense of inner peace and to deal more easilywith the situation.

Magnesite eases nervousness thatoccurs alongside severe restlessness andhectic behaviour such as hyperactivity. Itinduces relaxation, calmness and helps in

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coping with anxiety, hypersensitivity andirritability.

Golden Topaz is the best crystal for last-minute nerves such as stage fright or beforean important interview, examination, etc. Ithelps one feel secure and self-confident,strengthens the ability to express oneselfand helps in facing up to public appear-ances in a relaxed way.

Hold a crystal (Chrysoberyl or GoldenTopaz), or a raw or tumbled stone (Amberor Magnesite) in the hand for immediateeffect; or wear as a bracelet, necklace orpendant for a longer period.

Alternatively, take gem essence (3-7drops, 3 times daily), or gem water(100–200 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day).

Neuralgia

Nerve pains can occur as a consequence of atrapped nerve, pressure on or a squeezing ofthe nerves (e. g. as a result of conditionssuch as a slipped disc), by infection, poorcirculation, poisoning and as a conse-quence of other diseases. Overall, nervepains are categorised as neuralgia, neuritisand nerve degeneration

The chief symptoms of true neuralgiaare sudden attacks of drawing, cutting,stabbing or boring pains – although thenerves themselves display neither anatomi-cal changes nor functional failure.

The more serious inflammatory state ofneuritis, depending on which nerves aredirectly affected, occurs together with pain,disturbances of sensation, paralysis phe-nomena and other functional disturbances.

In contrast, degeneration phenomenaare often painless, although they are gener-ally accompanied by signs of functional dis-turbance or failure. They are often responsi-ble for numbness or partial paralysis.

Injuries of many kinds can also causesevere pains (e. g. in case of trapped nerves)and irritation. In the most extreme cases offully severed nerves, there can be completefunctional failure of a limb or specificareas.

In all cases of nerve pain, one shouldalways consult a doctor or an alternativepractitioner, in order to clarify the exactcause and to initiate relevant measures.Injured or inflamed nerves may, under cer-tain circumstances, continue to react sensi-tively and painfully to the smallest irrita-tions for a long time. However, it issomething of a myth that nerve cells cannotbe regenerated. On the contrary, nerves canindeed be regenerated, and can even betotally healed – and crystal therapy is agreat help in this process.

Nerve problems can also be connecteddirectly to emotional problems, inner con-flicts, and any form of stress. Therefore, itmakes sense to think seriously about what is“getting on one’s nerves”, and to identifyany worries or problems that are preying on

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one’s mind. Of course, such issues have tobe tackled on an emotional level and, ifnecessary, with the help of a therapist. How-ever, as with nerve pain from direct physicalcauses actual crystals can also be helpful.

Larimar is very helpful with neuralgiathat occurs suddenly and unexpectedly, orwhere no recognizable pattern of attackscan be established. In addition, it helpsorganically sound but previously trappednerves to regain their function after theactual cause has been eliminated but wherefunction remains impaired.

Emotionally, Larimar helps to overcomeover-sensitivity and panic attacks, particu-larly at times of dramatic change.

It is best to place a slice/section or atumbled stone on the affected areas or onthe areas where the nerves emerge. As analternative, take gem essence (3-7 drops, 3times daily) or gem water (100–200 mltaken in small sips during the course of theday).

Lavender Jade relieves recurring nerveinflammation and neuralgia after previousinflammatory states. Emotionally, itenhances a sense of harmony and innerpeace.

Place a tumbled stone on the affectedspot, or wear as a necklace or pendant for alonger period. Alternatively, take gemessence (5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gemwater (100–200 ml taken in small sips dur-ing the course of the day).

Kunzite and Sugilite also help withnerve pain of any kind, be it neuralgia or asa result of injury and its efficacy is only sur-passed by Lavender-Jade in cases of aninflammatory state.

Emotionally, Kunzite and Sugilite helpneutralise tension and improve one’s mood.Kunzite helps primarily when compliance,humility and acceptance are necessary (e. g.in order to accept things that cannot bechanged, without resistance), while Sugilitebacks one up so that one can stick to one’spoint of view and initiate the necessarychanges.

Their use and application are asdescribed above for Lavender Jade.

Tourmaline assists in the regenerationof injured and degenerated nerves. GreenTourmaline in particular is most effective incases of degenerative phenomena, whilstPink Tourmaline is better for treatingactual nerve injuries. Water Melon Tourma-line, which contains a core of pink and acoating of Green Tourmaline, is also a goodchoice – though if none of these specificvarieties of Tourmaline are to hand, otherforms can also be substituted to good effect.

Tourmaline is a dynamic, vibrant andvitalising crystal, helping to harmonise thebody, soul, spirit and intellect as a whole.

Place or affix Tourmaline crystals (orsmall crystal rods) along the body axis oralong the axes of the individual joints. Thecrystals should always point away from the

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head and towards the hands and feet. Inthis way, pain can be relieved and anydisturbing sensation, numbness – and,sometimes, even paralysis – can be healed.

If no crystals or small rods are available,slices/sections and tumbled stones can alsobe placed on the affected spot, or bracelets, anecklace or pendant can be worn.

Also, take gem essence (3-7 drops, sev-eral times a day) or gem water (100–200ml taken in small sips during the course ofthe day).

Neurodermitissee Dermatitis

Nightmares

Nightmares are dreams that cause fear andare often accompanied by tossing back andforth whilst asleep, severe tension and heavyperspiration – when you wake up bathed insweat. They are caused either by the uncon-scious processing of unresolved conflicts,emotions or impressions from previousexperience; or by stories, literature, radio orTV, etc.

A remedy for nightmares, on a causallevel, may be the clarification of any suchconflicts and past experiences – and maybean avoidance of further stimulatingimages! In addition, therapeutic help may

be needed – especially when the specificcontents of dreams remain a worry whenawake.

In addition, crystal therapy can help indealing with nightmares.

Agate in the form of a section/slicebeneath the pillow makes sleep deeper,calmer and more recuperative. Dream con-tent also becomes more pleasant. If theAgate contains Rock Crystal, dreams can beremembered more easily, enabling one torelate more directly and cogently to theircontents.

Amazonite relieves nightmares thatoccur in stressful periods of life and wherethere is a very clear and obvious connectionto immediate daily situations. Extrememoodiness during the day and very troubledsleep at night are further indications for theuse of this crystal.

First wear Amazonite around the clock,in the form of a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant. Later, when matters seem improved,wear it only during the daytime!

Chrysoprase helps with almost all typesof nightmares, in particular with anyincluding repeated themes or content. It isparticularly effective with children, whomay wake up at night, seeming disturbedand unable to orient themselves – even infamiliar home surroundings and unable onoccasions even to recognise either their par-ents, sisters and brothers. Chrysoprase liber-ates the brain from worrying and threaten-

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ing images and lessens the fear of fallingasleep again and having the same dreamafter waking up.

Place a tumbled stone of Chrysopraseunder the pillow; or wear it as a pendant,necklace or pendant.

Ocean Jasper brings calming sleep withrenewed energy and pleasant dreams. How-ever, there may be a temporary worseningduring the first few nights of its applicationand is caused by the processing off the innerconflict. If you can withstand this effect, itmay be advantageous to go through thephase, as Ocean Jasper strengthens the abil-ity to manage conflicts.

It is best to wear it as a bracelet, neck-lace, or pendant during the day and arrangeit as a circle of raw or tumbled stones aroundthe bed at night.

Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds occur because of lesions in themucous membranes of the nose. The mostcommon cause is a blow on the nose, oreven blowing one’s nose too vigorously. Dryinflammatory states or adenoids can alsocause nosebleeds. Apart from that, nose-bleeds can be a symptom of problems suchas high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis,blood coagulation problems, infectious dis-eases (such as diphtheria, measles, ortyphoid fever) and lack of vitamins K and C.

(It is worth noting that during puberty

and adolescence, nosebleeds can also occurspontaneously, although the medial causeis still unknown.)

If nosebleeds are a result of one of thespecific problems identified above, theyshould always be treated professionally.However, bleeding can normally be stoppedby lying down and placing a cold compresson the nose and another at the back of theneck.

The following crystals can also beapplied to ease nosebleeds.

Carnelian is recommended for regularlyoccurring nosebleeds and should be appliedaccording to Hildegard von Bingen’s advice,where a crystal (raw or polished) is placedinto heated (if required, simmering) whitewine. This is then taken during the courseof the day. The tendency towards nosebleedswill dissipate after a short time with thistreatment.

Rhodonite will stop acute nosebleeds,no matter what the cause. Simply place asection/slice, or a tumbled stone, on eachside of the nose.

Taking gem essence (5-9 drops) or gemwater (100–200 ml) will also staunch theflow of blood.

Numbness

Numbness can occur in specific areas of thebody because of inefficient or lack of bloodcirculation, damaged nerves, or a general

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lack of energy supply. To be safe, oneshould, therefore, have the condition exam-ined by a doctor, or by an alternative practi-tioner, in order to identify the exact causesand take suitable measures to alleviate theproblem.

Crystals may also be of service here.Rock Crystal helps with general numb-

ness. Place naturally grown crystals on thebody in such a way that they point towardsthe numb area. In this way, the affected spotand tissue receive energy, stimulating itstransformation in the cells and in the meta-bolic process.

Pyrope Garnet helps with localised cir-culation problems and improves the distrib-ution of energy in the whole organism.

Wear as a necklace or pendant, or placea raw or a polished crystal on the affectedareas at regular intervals.

Tourmalines, particularly the pink vari-ety or Watermelon Tourmaline, are the bestof all crystals to apply in cases of numbness.They enhance the energy supply and theblood circulation of the affected are andeven help regenerate trapped or damagednerves.

Place a Tourmaline crystal, or pieces ofcrystal, along the axis of the body or thejoints (they can also be fixed there withsticking plaster). They should always pointaway from the head and towards theaffected area. If no crystals are available ofthe type mentioned above, other kinds oftourmaline can also be applied.

Also, wear as a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant; or take gem essence as a supplement(3-7 drops, 3 times daily), or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Nystagmus

Nystagmus is an involuntary movement orquivering of the eye, usually horizontally.As a symptom of a disease, however, it canbe accompanied by severely impaired sight,disturbance of the eye muscles, poor circu-lation, damage to the cerebellum andaffected balance.

Extended periods of eyestrain, due toinadequate lighting conditions, can alsocause nystagmus (one recognised as anoccupational disease such as “miner’s nys-tagmus”). However, this form is curable –so with any of the above symptoms imme -diate professional medical clarification isrecommended.

Ideally, a holistic cure should be soughtand in this connection, all the obvious fac-tors come into play, i. e. plenty of fresh puredrinking water, getting plenty of sleep,reducing stress levels and muscle tension.Then in this context, the appropriate treat-ment for the specific complaint can begin(see Eye Problems; Cataracts; etc.).

Amethyst relieves nystagmus that isaccompanied by severe muscle tension ornervous problems. A special treatment using

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pieces of Amethyst druse and tumbledstones is the best form of crystal therapy (seeEye Problems.)

Aquamarine helps particularly withnystagmus associated with severelyimpaired vision and with nerve and eyemuscle problems.

Smoky Quartz helps particularly withnystagmus connected with stress, worry andanxiety – or when an existing condition isbeing made significantly worse by thesetypes of concern.

Sardonyx is the most suitable crystaloverall for nystagmus, however, as it has analleviating effect on all the causes alreadydescribed. It will also be an additional helpif the sense of balance is also affected.

All of the above can be placed on the eye-lids in the form of small crystals, or raw ortumbled stones.

Alternatively, they can be taken as gemessence (5-7 drops, 3 daily), or gem water(100–200 ml taken in small sips during thecourse of the day).

A combined treatment using several ofthe crystals has also been shown to havegood results.

Start first with the Amethyst treatment(see Eye Problem). Next, hold two pieces ofSmoky Quartz in the hands. Finally, placesmall pieces of Sardonyx or Aquamarinedirectly over the closed eyes. Ideally, thisshould be repeated every day preferably – orat least twice a week.

Obesitysee Weight Problems

Oedemas

Oedemas are accumulations of fluid in tis-sue, skin, mucous membranes, lymphaticvessels, or in organs such as the lungs orbrain. They occur when the flow of lym-phatic fluid from the blood into the tissuesis a greater than the reverse process. As wellas resulting directly from disturbances inthe outflow from the lymphatic vessels,oedemas can also occur as a result of thedeposition of toxins in the tissues, highblood pressure associated with a weak heart,weakened kidneys, general metabolic prob-lems and any damage to the blood vesselsresulting from allergies, inflammation orpoisoning. The occurrence of oedemasshows the possibility of heart or kidney dis-ease and so should always be checked by adoctor or an alternative practitioner. (Seealso Lymphatic Health.)

In addition to treatment at causal level(in consultation with the doctor or alterna-tive practitioner), it is beneficial to stimu-late the lymph flow in order to drain the tis-sues and ensure an adequate diet. As well asgood lymph drainage, two crystals are rec-ommended to support such treatment.

Blue Lace Agate stimulates the lymphflow and thus furthers draining and re -

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direction of the tissue fluids back into theblood circulation. It also helps dissolve tox-ins deposited in tissues and accumulationsin the lymphatic system, thus eases thedraining of oedemas.

Ocean Jasper is a Chalcedony variety,which, because of imbedded iron com-pounds, also stimulates detoxification andenhances the immune system. It has a sim-ilar effect to Blue Lace Agate and so is evenmore effective at a causal level.

Place a tumbled stone or a section/sliceof Ocean Jasper on the affected area, wherethere is an obvious indication of fluid accu-mulation. For prolonged treatment, lymphflow can be improved and stimulated bywearing Ocean Jasper as a bracelet, neck-lace or pendant.

As a supplement, take gem essence (5-9drops, 3 times 5 daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in sips over the courseof the day).

Operations

Whilst a vital part of medical practice, inthe context of crystal healing and associatedtherapies, operations should be regarded asinjuries to the body (see also Wounds).

However, unless undertaken in a totalemergency, most operations are somethingwe know about in advance and so there areother considerations to bear in mind. For

example, extraction of teeth, removal ofadenoids and warts, as well as surgery of theinner organs, are all forms of operation.Consequently, it is not the nature of theintervention that matters in itself, rather itis the very fact that an intervention of or inthe body is being carried out which has aninjurious effect – so it is very important thatthe body is prepared for any form of opera-tion or surgery.

Before the operation: Basically, it allstarts with the right mental attitude. Pre-pare your body; well in advance of the timethat the operation is to take place. Find aquiet, comfortable spot and imagine thatyou are able, in your thoughts, to talk withyour body, as if it were a person, Greet it andthank it for its good services. After all, youreally do have a lot to thank your body forand it is part of your overall being. Tell itwhat actual operation is going to be per-formed and why. Do this in simple terms, asif you were talking to a sensible child. Youcan even ask its opinion.

The outcome will become self-evidentduring this inner conversation. Of course,such things as fear, worries and concern willcrop up, and under no circumstancesshould you ignore or even devalue suchtrepidation. Rather than trying to pass offfears by saying, for example, “it’s not thatbad!”, just acknowledge and accept themand confirm that you now know all aboutthese reservations. Simply go ahead and ask

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your body how best you can support it, sothat it can accept the operation and over-come it successfully. Moreover, do not besurprised by the apparent answers, for theycan often be very specific – “get plenty ofsleep”, “take vitamin C”, “ eat a steak”, etc.– and are definitely worth taking very seri-ously. Even if you feel truly ridiculous aboutsuch a conversation, it is still worthwhile –and more than once. It never hurts to havea few more similar conversations. You mayeven find out what is truly good for you buthas hitherto remained hidden inside. Insummary, you only need to ask.

Apart from this mental preparation –which has already been proved medically tocontribute to vastly improved benefits andthe success of operations and their outcome– there are still a couple of other precau-tions that can help. The timing of anysurgery is very important. If at all possible(notwithstanding the ongoing pressuresand difficult scheduling experienced byhealth services), use a lunar calendar andtry to ensure that this is the time that theoperation to will take place. Why? Becausethe Moon’s precise position is very impor-tant for quicker and easier healing. In addi-tion, wound healing is improved by areduced consumption of animal protein (inparticular dairy products) about four weeksbefore the operation, particularly if accom-panied by a gentle programme of cleansing(see also Detoxification).

Chrysoprase can be used for this pur-

pose, as it also relieves worries and fearsabout the operation.

Dumortierite, Rhodonite or Sugilitecan also be applied to lessen any sense offear – Rhodonite or Sugilite especially if thefear becomes very intense.

All four of the above can be worn asbracelets, necklaces or pendants during theweeks preceding the operation. It is almostcertain that they will need to be removedduring the operation (including dentaltreatment) and this request should be com-plied with readily. Indeed, they should notbe worn under any surgical procedures asthey may cause any anaesthetic to be muchless effective – or not work at all!

After the operation: In the firstinstance, it is best to apply all the alternativerescue remedies such as Arnica (as a home-opathic treatment, and if at all possible andreasonable, as a poultice), then Bach Res-cue Remedy.

Obsidian then provides additional help,if a tumbled Obsidian is held in the hand,or placed close to the operation wound, inorder to dissolve shock from the injury on acellular level.

Rhodonite or Mookaite can then beapplied by placing a tumbled stone or sec-tion/slice of on the spot. Bracelets, neck-laces or pendants, of Rhodonite or Mookaitewill support the wound healing.

Beside that, if possible, take gem essence(5-9 drops dissolved in some water, everyhour).

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However, do NOT use Rhodonite orMookaite if post-operational wounds aredraining pus or are of a type that may notheal immediately. Instead, continue withObsidian, which relieves and improves thehealing process, but does not speed it updetrimentally.

Apatite can be used in a similar wayafter bones have been re-set, or after anytype of bone operations, as it speeds up there-fusion of the bones quite remarkably.

After any operation, it is a good idea tocontinue with a diet of reduced animal pro-tein, until the wounds have healed well andbefore undergoing any reinstitution ofdetoxification measures.

Sardonyx is then suitable as it continuesany part of the healing processes that maybe incomplete and starts detoxificationslowly and gently.

Chrysoprase may follow, but only aftera week, in order to neutralise the medica-tion and residues of the anaesthetic.

Both Sardonyx and Chrysopase areapplied either externally to the body, or aretaken in the form of gem essence (3-5drops, 3 times daily) or gem water (Sar-donyx about 100 ml, Chrysoprase about 20ml daily).

Sugilite is also recommended for painrelief after operations. It is either placed offixed on the painful or tender areas, or wornin the form of a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is caused by a reduction ofbone mass and bone structure, causingbones to break more easily and even result-ing in spontaneous fractures, under certaincircumstances. Basically, it results from adisruption or cessation of the normal regen-eration of bone so that the amount of newlygenerated bone mass does not correspond tothe amount already broken down or degen-erated. Although the basic mineral compo-sition of the bones does not change, there isan overall loss of substance and strength.

The loss of substance is often connectedwith changes in metabolism or in hor-monal balance. Women are especiallyprone to the condition as it is usually thehormonal changes, which occur during themenopause, along with reduced activity inthe sexual glands and higher thyroid activ-ity that result in osteoporosis. A lack or defi-ciency of calcium and vitamin D, plus cer-tain types of medication (such ascortisone), can also be major factors, whenbody tissue has an excess of toxic deposits.Overall metabolism is thus impeded, andtogether with insufficient physical exercise,this also can contribute to osteoporosis.

Detoxification, which includes a dietwithout animal protein but rich in calciumand vitamin D, and appropriate physicalexercise, are therefore the crucial factors inavoiding the onset of osteoporosis. Crystalstoo can be especially effective; especially

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those with significant calcium content suchas Apatite, Aragonite, Calcite and Fluorite,all stimulate the body’s calcium metabo-lism and encourage bone growth andhealth.

Apatite, as calcium phosphate is there-fore the chief one of the four to be recom-mended, its chemical composition beingsimilar to that of bone fibre. Its healingeffect is particularly evident with fractures,where it stimulates the regeneration of newbone.

Fluorite is calcium fluoride and alsoenhances generation of new bone sub-stance.

Calcite and Aragonite are forms of cal-cium carbonates and encourage absorptionof calcium in the intestine. In turn, themetabolism then supplies the calcium tothe body and so encourages the strengthen-ing of the skeleton

All four crystals complement each otherperfectly well and can also be appliedtogether. Wear them as a necklace or pen-dant for a longer period, with direct bodycontact. In addition, take gem essence (3-5drops, 3 times daily)

Pain

Injuries, inflammations, and damagednerves can cause physical pain. The purposeof pain is twofold; firstly, to direct the mind’sattention towards the affected area of the

body in order to avoid further damage; andsecondly (especially) to initiate measuresthat lead to healing and improvement.

Thus, simply taking pain-killing drugsis akin to removing the brake lights orinternal warnings on one’s car. However, ifone understands the signal and solves theproblems on causal level – with the help ofa doctor or an alternative practitioner whennecessary – pain-relieving measures can bea definite help of course. Nevertheless, it isbest to employ remedies, which have noadverse side effects – healing crystals ther-apy, for example.

Beside that, there is another immediatetreatment that does not involve crystals, butwhich relieves pain caused by externalinjuries such as cuts, scratches, abrasions,blows, strains, dislocations, sprains etc. Thismethod involves “re-enacting” the wholeincident of the injury’s cause and is a con-sciousness-raising method that directs ourattention, and consequently our life energy,towards the affected area and thus furthersthe healing process. One repeats the injuryexactly as it took place, where it took placeand as quickly as possible after the incident.Of course, all this is done without hurtingoneself again and sometimes requiresrepeating a couple of times. The pain sud-denly increases, after which it decreases oreven vanishes; this is the point at which oneshould stop.

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which a pain occurs, and where it is felt,there is a selection of crystals for use largelyin connection with specific pains.

Rock Crystal can relieve pain veryquickly. Take two crystals the length of afinger and place them pointing towards theaching spot, but so that their tips are alsopointing diametrically opposite each other(see Fig. 15). In most cases, there is a spon-taneous and initial increase in the pain,which then diminishes and gradually stops.

Pain is an accumulation of energy, sothis method supplies even more energy,until the blockage is dissipated – explain-ing why, at first, the pain becomes worsebefore it fades away. This method is mostefficient with pains that are caused byinjuries, tension, nerves, muscle cramp, etc.In cases of stomach pain, however, avoidthis treatment as the initial increase in paincan become too extreme.

Double-pointed Rock Crystals, especiallythe bright “Herkimer Diamonds”, can alsobe used, when arranged in a trianglearound the tender spot they have a similarpain relieving effect.

Kunzite helps particularly with easingnerve pain, whether actual neuralgia orfrom a pinched or injured nerves. Typicalsigns are drawing, dragging gnawing andradiating pains (e. g. as in cases of sciatica).

Malachite relieves cramp and pains inthe inner organs, in particular in thefemale reproductive system. As a result, italso applied in cases of menstruation prob-lems and during the birth process (see also:Childbirth; Period Pains), Typical symp-toms for applying Malachite are, therefore,cramp-like pains.

Pyrites relieve all types of pains in prin-ciple, except certain types of headache, andare particularly effective in cases of severepain, such as lumbago or severe joint pain.

Rhodonite helps particularly with paincaused by external injuries such a cuts,abrasions, blows, dislocations, sprains, andduring the healing of wounds. Typical ofthese are burning, sharp, stabbing andgnawing pains.

Sugilite relieves severe nerve pain andtoothache. Its effect is somewhat slowerthan Kunzite but, on the other hand, it isstronger. Typical indications for the applica-tion of Sugilite are severe twinges, acute andthrobbing pains.

Black Tourmaline, together with

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Fig. 15: Application of Rock Crystal

in case of pain.


Obsidian, helps to relieve sharp, acute andpressure pains – and especially with easilydetectable tension pain.

Place a little tumbled Obsidian (its“Apache’s Tear” form is the best) directly onto the tender spot and place four Tourma-line rods, pointing outwards, around it. TheObsidian dissolves the pain whilst the Tour-maline drains away the excess energy.

Zircon helps particularly with crampand diffuse pain in larger areas, in particu-larly for pains of the inner organs (seePeriod Pains). Otherwise, dull, twinges,cramp-like and gnawing pains are typicalindications for the beneficial use of Zircon.

For all of the above, except Rock Crystalplaced or tape them on the aching area.They can be in the form of actual crystals(Kunzite, Zircon), raw stones (Pyrites),tumbled stones (Kunzite, Malachite,Rhodonite, Sugilite) or sections/slices(Malachite, Rhodonite). For safety reasons,place the Pyrites inside a cotton bag before

it is placed on the skin as iron sulphide inthe Pyrites can react with perspiration andcause skin irritation.

Periodontosissee Gum Disease

Period Pains

For many females, menstruation is oftenaccompanied by pains, weakness, chargedemotional states or other forms of discom-forts. These problems can be caused by hor-monal disturbances such as irregularities inthe individual hormonal cycles, problemsassociated with the mucous membrane ofthe uterus, heavy bleeding and so forth

Of course, there are also emotionalproblems and reasons. Among these can bea general psychological “rejection” of themenstruation process and cycle itself.Women have even been known, on occa-sions, to refer to it all as “uncomfortable,annoying and unclean”. The truth andexpertise varies as widely as the actualnumber of females in the world, one can besure of problems. But to some degree orother there can also be problems with apartner or family, with sex, feelings aboutoverall femininity and womanliness, reli-gious and ideological attitudes, etc.

Therefore, strong and repeated menstru-ation problems – so called “period pains”

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Fig. 16: Treatment of pain with

Black Tourmaline and “Apache’s Tear”.


along with their emotional causes shouldbe discussed with therapists, midwives orexperienced women. As mentioned already,each case is always an individual one, need-ing an individual solution.

So, there can be many causes – includ-ing a possible association with the lunarcycle and consequent interaction betweenthe Moon and menstruation cycles. What-ever the causes, symptoms and effects canall be relieved with the following crystals.

Agates containing a “uterus signature”relieve unusually heavy bleeding and pro-vide emotional strength and stability. Agatealso supports the desire for rest and with-drawal; and it helps create the space neces-sary for this need.

Place Agate sections or slices containingan appropriate signature directly on thebody over uterus.

Biotite-Lenses help from the point atwhich discomfort first appears, all the waythrough to feelings of strong pain. Suchpain may be experienced some time beforethe menstruation, often becoming worse,before subsiding with the actual onset of aperiod. Biotit-lenses relieve such problemsand cause a faster and easier commence-ment of menstruation.

Lapis lazuli extends the menstruationcycle if it regularly starts too early. Emotion-ally, it also helps the sufferer to cope withany problems occurring with a partner or inthe family. In so doing, it assists in open dis-cussions of the problems.

It is best to wear Lapis lazuli as a neck-lace or a pendant.

Malachite relieves cramp pains, precipi-tates the start of any delayed bleeding andregulates the emotions. It can be used withboth extended but light bleeding and forshort, heavy bleeding.

Emotionally, Malachite assists in anyproblems associated with one’s sexuality orfemininity. It can bring out into the openmany repressed feelings and experienceswith which one has not yet come to terms.In so doing, it helps identify those issuesthat are best talked over with a person inwhom one has full confidence.

In practical applications, one can placea tumbled or polished stone on the areaover the uterus – or take gem essence (7-9drops when necessary)

Moonstone helps bring the menstrua-tion cycle into line with the lunar cycle, sothat the ovulation takes place at full Moonand the menstruation starts at new Moon(unless personal predispositions conflictwith this). Through this harmony of exte-rior and interior rhythms, tensions are bro-ken down and menstruation is greatlyeased. (It is also worth noting in this con-text that Moonstone also aids fertility.)

Emotionally, Moonstone helps a womanaccept her femininity and to live with it withenjoyment.

You can place a tumbled stone in yourbed or wear as a necklace or pendant forseveral lunar cycles.

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Tiger Iron helps with feelings of weak-ness and lack of energy during menstrua-tion. Emotionally, it also enhances strength,perseverance and resoluteness.

Place a triangle of Tiger Iron pointingdownwards on the sacrum. However, inextreme cases, supplement this with gemessence (5-7 drops, 5 times daily) or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Zircon helps with strong cramps andpains, and in particular when menstruationseems delayed and for stimulation ifexpected menstruation does not occur.Emotionally, it helps one to “let go” andovercome personal loss or dependence.

Place a Zircon crystal (preferably a dou-ble terminated form) on the area over theuterus, where it has a very strong effect. Inview of its effectiveness, applications shouldnot really exceed half-an-hour.

Pilessee Haemorrhoids

Pregnancy

In pregnancy, the initial hormonalchanges, and later physical changes, maycause a number of problems and areas ofdiscomfort. However, for the most part, theseshould not be regarded as any kind of “ill-ness”.

Sometimes, though, there is a need forsupport or relief and crystal therapy can bevery helpful. In order to summarise all theconditions and applications during preg-nancy, the information is presented here inthe form of a table:

(See also: Childbirth)

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Kunzite

Amber

Chrysocolla

Dumortierite

Moon Stone

GarnetPyrope

Acceptance of pregnancy andthe mother role

In cases of worries and existen-tial fear

In case of emotional crises

Against nausea and vomitingand for patience and ease.

In order to ease the hormonalchanges

In order to ease the metabolicchanges

Wear as a necklace or pendant. Take gem essence (5 drops)




Take gem essence (5 drops)

Wear as a necklace or pendant

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Prostate Problems

The prostate is the male sexual gland aboutthe size of a walnut and located near theurethra and underneath the bladder. Thetwo sperm ducts leading from the testicles tothe urethra pass by the prostate, the func-tion of which is primarily to release analkaline secretion during ejaculation. Thisis needed in order to neutralise any acidicurine residue and, in this way, to secure themobility of the sperm-containing semen.

With increasing age, enlargement of theprostate may occur because of hormonalchanges and can often lead to considerableproblems, particularly if the urethrabecomes increasingly narrow.

In the first stages, it often causes diffi-culties in emptying of the bladder (stimula-tion stage). Then, in the second stage, theresulting enlarged bladder cannot be emp-tied sufficiently, which can lead to the riskof inflammation from urine residue.Finally, in the third stage, the elasticity ofthe bladder is totally lost. This leads to acondition termed overflow incontinence,where urine is released constantly, drop bydrop – but with accumulated urine remain-ing within the urethra that can damage thekidneys – an extremely dangerous situa-tion.

Screening is now available for reducedprostate function where a doctor or practi-tioner is able to motor blood and urine

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Agate (Water

Agate or Uterus

Agate)

Pink Tourmaline

Hematite,Tiger Iron

Rhodo -crosite

Blue LaceAgate

Agate (Eye Agate or

Lace Agate)

Furthers the growth and thefunction of the uterus and protects the unborn child

For stability and contact withthe unborn child

Against lethargy, tiredness andlack of iron

Stimulates the blood circulationin cases of exhaustion

Drains oedemas (accumula-tions of fluid) in the body

Prevents varicose veins andhelps the blood vessels to regenerate

Carry a tumbled stone, which can be placed on thestomach in the evening

Wear as a necklace or pendant

Wear as a necklace or pendant at first. Take as a supplement gem essence (5 drops) later

Wear as a necklace or pendant for a short time

Place a tumbled stone on the affected areas and take gem essence (5-7 drops). Wear if necessary as a necklace or pendant

Place a tumbled stone on the affected areas. If necessary, wear as a necklace or pendant


levels of PSA (prostate specific antigen) andit recommended for all men over the age of50 even where there are no immediatesymptoms.

In some cases the emotional factor ofsexual insecurity also contributes toprostate problems. For example, in the sec-ond half of a man’s life, changes in partner-ships, feelings of, or actual, reduced abilityto achieve things or deep discussions aboutsubjects such as the meaning of life anddeath often cause changes in self-image. Inturn, such readjustments can have an influ-ence on one’s sexuality and so the functionof the sexual organs, including the prostate,may well be affected. Thus, in addition toscreening, trying to identify any such psy-chological and emotional background – ifnecessary, with the help of a therapist – canbe of great assistance. Of course, havingone’s sexual needs fulfilled, as one getsolder, also seems to be one of the best reme-dies against an enlarged prostate!

Agates or Ocean Jasper with an eye sig-nature (concentric rings), as well as tubularcrystals of Agates, can be applied at the earlystages of the enlargement process. Placing asection/slice or a tumbled stone over thebase of the penis has been shown to preventfurther enlargement, or even to reverse theprocess.

Zoisite can be applied at all stages of thecondition and may contribute to the rever-sal of the process. It is also helpful for clari-fying emotional problems, as it also sup-

ports the retention and sense of one’s ownvalue and self-confidence during any aged-based changes in one’s sex life.

Ruby helps one to overcome sexual inse-curity, especially in combination withZoisite.

For Zoisite and Ruby, place a tumbledstone regularly on the base of the penis –although it is also helpful to wear them as anecklace or a pendant. In addition, takegem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily).

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a non-contagious skin diseasethat is characterised by flat, irregularlyshaped, sharply delimited and partiallyitchy, reddish areas. These are covered withflakes of silver coloured dry skin cells thatare easily scratched away. However theexposed, fresh skin is subject to spot-likebleeding. The elbows and the knee joints,the chest and the back, the hairy scalp andthe fingernails are all especially susceptibleareas.

Psoriasis tends to follow a chronic,phase-based pattern of spreading and inabout 4-5% of cases is accompanied bychronic inflammation (Arthritis psoriaca),which causes very painful swellings of thejoints, particularly in the fingers and toes.

Infections, damage to the skin, meta-bolic disturbances and hormonal changes(e. g. at the beginning of menstruation or

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during and after pregnancy) appear toencourage or intensify the outbreak orspread of the disease.

The reddish patches occur because thereis a high level of renewal and detachment ofthe skin in its upper layer. All this points to adisturbed cell metabolism, which, in turn,is caused by tissue that is impaired by anaccumulation of toxic waste deposits andthat is under-supplied with nutrients (seeDetoxification).

However, this alone does not explain thestubborn persistence of the disease, whichresists both conventional and alternativetreatments. It seems as if emotional causesalso play a role here, something aboutwhich there has been much speculation.

When we take into account that skin isthe largest human organ in direct contactwith our environment, along with the factthat many internal processes are mirroredin the health of skin, it seems unlikely thatthere is any one single cause for psoriasis.Therefore, it has to be assumed that theemotional element of the cause of psoriasisis different in each case and from one indi-vidual to the other. Nonetheless, its onecommon characteristic remains its stub-born persistence!

So, the question arises as to whetherthere may be a particular and high degreeof stubbornness in our lives, thoughts, feel-ings and actions? Or, to put it another way,which changes do we resist most stub-bornly? As the maintenance of a healthy

state equates with the ability to change one-self, the onset of disease can often meanresistance to change – and, in this case, aparticularly stubborn resistance.

Obviously, questioning oneself in thisway can lead to some totally different areasof one’s life. Yet, interestingly enough, thistype of insight (e. g. into overall therapeuticmethods and practices) have been shown toclarify and identify such areas of resistanceand have already led to real improvementin many cases of psoriasis.

A holistic, alternative treatment of psori-asis should, therefore, also include alreadyidentified and as yet undiscovered emo-tional or psychological causes. On the phys-ical level, detoxification is the most impor-tant procedure, and this is where crystaltherapy can play its part.

Chrysoprase has turned out to be one ofthe most effective crystals in this respect

Aventurine and Green Zoisite are thenext best choice, as both are especially suit-able because of inclusions within the crys-tals of a silvery platelet signature.

Antimonite, however, is the most impor-tant treatment for psoriasis. It is a chemicalcompound the two interesting elementsantimony and sulphur.

The latter is known to be cleansing ele-ment with profound effects and is appliedboth in traditional medicine, in order tobind toxic substances, and in homeopathyfor the holistic cleansing and solution ofstubborn processes. (The traditional dosing

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with brimstone and treacle is a case inpoint, where ‘brimstone’ is the old name forsulphur.) Its further strength is evident in itsability to combine with antimony, an ele-ment, which usually displays considerable“unwillingness’ to form compounds.

Antimony is diamagnetic, i. e. it does notorientate itself to the Earth’s magnetic field,but, instead, always takes up a position atright angles to the field. As already noted, itis only very ‘reluctantly’ bound – exceptwith sulphur. It even has explosive modifiedforms and expands physically upon solidifi-cation from its liquid sate (rather like icefrom water). As Antimonite, its most com-mon natural form is that of needle-shaped,radial aggregates. These seem to point in alldirections, as if it were trying to express aneed to escape from everything. It is asthough it represents a stubborn reluctanceto be bound in any sort of conventionalframework. This is a characteristic whichone often meets in connection with psoria-sis – for where else should this display ofresistance against a framework or restrictiveshell show up than in the skin. After all, ourskin is indeed our ‘shell’!

Antimonite is applied primarily in theform of gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 timesdaily), or as gem water (100–200 ml takenin small sips over the course of the day).

It can also be applied externally, where apiece of Antimonite is immersed in cleanwater for a whole day before 20 drops of sul-phur essence are added per litre of this

water. The affected spots should be moist-ened with this liquid several times a day.

Psychic Protection

Feeling the need for protection arises whenconflicts, arguments, negative situations,apparent coercion, contrary influence andthe actions of others or unfortunate experi-ences have such an overwhelming effectthat one’s own energies do to not appearadequate to handle it all. Problems of per-sonal space in large crowds, as well as tech-nological, radiation or electromagneticinfluences and pollution may also result infeelings of an increased need for protection.

So, whilst protection may be necessary atcertain moments or specific times, it is byno means a long-term solution. Instead, itis more important to find a solution toproblems or conflicts at a causal level. Thisinvolves working on increasing personalstability; resolution of conflicts and of nega-tive external influences and can be achievedby staying calm whilst still expressing one’sown point of view in an open-minded man-ner. At the same time, it also means acquir-ing knowledge of any physical or spiritualconnections, in order that one has a greatercontrol over areas of conflict and no longerfeels like a victim of external circumstances.

This “internal protection” can only begained through personal, individual energyand abilities. However, under certain cir-

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cumstances, this may have to be developedthrough instruction and with the help of atherapist. Until it has been developed, crys-tal therapy can also help protect againstexternal influences, although used as thesole remedy, they tend to have rather aweakening effect in the long term.

Crystals in therapy are never intended tocreate dependence. In this context espe-cially, a distinction has to be made betweenthe “shielding crystals” – those that protectagainst external influence – and the onesthat have a strengthening effect, and helpone obtain stability and develop one’s ownskills. The real, overall goal is always to endthe need for any kind of remedy once ther-apy is completed – and this includes the usecrystals as much as any another form ofhelp.

Agate encourages the development ofone’s own abilities and strengths. In partic-ular, Agates with concentric rings (so-calledEye Agate) further inner concentration andcentring. This leads to a higher degree ofstability in dealing with external influenceand helps maintain a point of view duringarguments. So, Agates help build internalprotection using one’s own energies.

Obsidian used in the form of a tumbledor polished stone, acting as a mirror toreflect negative mental and technologicalpollution or influences of all kinds. Place itclose to windows and locations where theinfluence is felt or suspected to be. Point inthe direction of the source of the power

(according to one’s feelings or after takingactual scientific measurements). However,do not wear Obsidian on the body as it canhave the effect of creating feelings of innerturmoil and disquiet!

Serpentine has a protective effect in sit-uations where you might feel uncomfort-able, in crowds and in cases of verbalaggression or psychic attacks. It createsexternal protection – but should not beworn for too long, as it sometimes makesone too compliant and ready to compro-mise (“for the sake of a quiet time”). It isbest worn as a pendant or necklace or, ifrequired, held in the hand as a tumbledstone. Alternatively, place it on the solarplexus, the throat or the kidneys, dependingupon where the external threat is felt.

Turquoise also provides an initial exter-nal protection. However, it then providesinner protection as it dissipates any tenden-cies to “give in” and enhances strength andcourage to take matters into one’s ownhands. In this way it is has a more compre-hensive effect than Serpentine.

Turquoise works best as a pendant or anecklace worn on the solar plexus, thoughnot for too long in order to avoid it becom-ing too much of a habit.

Black Tourmaline helps in making aperson less susceptible to negative externalinfluences, whether physical, emotional orpsychological, thus avoiding direct resis-tance and simply allowing energetic andspiritual effects to flow through. It removes

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obstacles in the body’s energy pathways andalso creates internal protection by inducinga state of unassailability

Wear it either as a necklace or pendant.If in an actual crystalline form, ensure thatthe pendant points downwards, or carry it ina pocket, again with the point downwards.

Revitalisation / Regeneration

Revitalisation – or “regeneration” (Latin:regenerati “rebirth”) – is a return to anoriginal, healthy and harmonious state ofwell being. Physically, regeneration meansrenewal or rejuvenation of our cells, tissueand organs. Emotionally, it means a returnof strength and abilities and an improve-ment of the general mood.

Regeneration is an ongoing, dailynecessity, for both mind and body, after thehardships, trials and tribulations of the day.Of course, sleep provides us with our mostimportant period of such regeneration It isthe mental equivalent of food digestion,whereby the daily input into our senses andbrain – and the subsequent processing ofdaily impressions, experiences and infor-mation that remain incomplete or unre-solved whilst awake – can be finished,sometimes in the form of a dream.

If this form of essential regeneration andemotional relaxation is there every day, onecan remain vital, healthy and rejuvenatedand not feel “worn out”. (See also Sleep

Disturbance.)Second only to this is any form of valid

and positive emotional recreation. If weneglect the daily renewal process or carry itout only inadequately, then the mind andbody will, sooner or later, demand longerbreaks and periods of rest. Thus, taking abreak or a holiday can be the real alterna-tive to becoming ill and feeling worse andworse. During such holidays, sport andphysical exercise can have a real recre-ational effect – as long as there is no seriouscompetitive pressure and personal enjoy-ment and limitations are respected.

If getting away is impractical or there isfinancial difficult, one should at the veryleast rest and relax, concentrating on per-sonal well being and avoiding excessivephysical and emotional strain.

Everyone has periods in his or her life ofheavy stress and pressure. There may beconflicts that are hard to resolve, seriousphysical illness or injuries, problems in per-sonal relationships, study or at work, etc.Naturally, all these demand extra amountsof time for recreation if they are to be heldin check and not to have a detrimentaleffect.

Yet, all this cannot be taken for granted.For example, the resumption of old habitsat the end of an illness will often cause animmediate relapse. During or after an ill-ness, avoid any emotional stress, severepressure or activities that cause lastingtiredness or exhaustion, always give in to

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the feelings and need for physical and emo-tional regeneration. Healthy food that isrich in vitamins, daily walks, relaxingbaths, sufficient sleep and time on one’sown are all very important in this revitalisa-tion process.

Crystals that speed up the regenerationand revitalisation processes can be very sup-portive – although without the applicationof the above programmes of self-healing,they cannot by themselves bring about afull recovery and their use alone will onlyhave a short-term effect.

Epidote helps revitalisation after timesof great strain and/or severe illnesses. It is aparticularly good choice for feelings of totalexhaustion or an inability for even the sim-plest activity. Emotionally, it helps one toregain a sense of a healthy and happy exis-tence and to revitalise forgotten ambitions,goals and ideals. In this way, feelings ofcourage, strength and confidence for thefuture will return.

Ocean Jasper detoxifies and (throughstimulation of lymph flow) boosts the nutri-ent supply to the body tissue along with theremoval of toxic waste. In this way, it con-tributes to basic cell renewal and physicalrevival. In addition, it fortifies liver functionand so provides both physical and energeticimprovement. In parallel, it also strength-ens emotional renewal and brings new hopeand courage and has even been described asthe “crystal bringing with it the energy ofwaking up on a spring day”.

Rutile Quartz furthers cellular renewaland thus also the regeneration power in theall cells and organs. In addition, it bringshope during very difficult periods, wheneverything seems dark and hard to take. Ithelps one to “think big” and to view thetrue situation from a more subjective pointof view. A resulting, but simple, change inattitude often serves to bring about a newsense of strength and confidence in thefuture.

Zoisite, especially forms containingRuby, encourages regeneration during sleepof cells and tissue after an inflammation orsevere illness. It enhances recovery from anyexhausting, strength-draining efforts orexperiences.

For all of the above wear as a bracelet,necklace or pendant. They may all be usedto complement and enhance the effect ofother relevant crystals during the overallhealing process. Additionally, or alter -natively, take as gem essence (5-9 drops,3 times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Rheumatism

Rheumatism is a broad term that coverspainful changes and/or functional distur-bances in the joints and sinews, muscles orin the connective tissue. In the former, it ismore correctly termed rheumatoid arthritis

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and in the latter, soft-tissue rheumatism.However, both types involve a chronicinflammatory processes connected withdeterioration of the autoimmune processes,excessive protein intake and acidification(uric acid accumulation). Consequently, adiet free of or low in animal protein andregular detoxifying measures are precondi-tions for a cure. (See also: Detoxification)

Rheumatoid arthritis often developsintermittently with joints on the hands andfeet being particularly affected. It beginswith painful inflammations in the innerpart of the joint, with synovitis and inflam-mation of the joint’s mucous membranes,leading to severe stiffness and pain. Follow-ing this, there may even be direct damage tocartilage and bones, which further limitsand hinders movement. Then, as the dis-ease progresses, other joints and even thespine may also be affected.

The fact that the condition first affectsperipheral parts of the body indicates thatour organism is trying to keep the causes asfar as possible away from central, vitalorgans such as the liver, spleen, lymphnodes and the heart. In order to preventsuch a spread, one should undergo profes-sional medical treatment where furthermeasures can be initiated to de-acidify andcleanse the affected tissues.

Emotionally, rheumatism often goeshand in hand with feelings of frustration,bearing a grudge, suppressed annoyance oranger or any sort of thing that can lead to a

sense of bitterness – the psychologicalequivalent of physical acidification. Long,unhappy periods, particularly if one’smobility and freedom are limited, seem toincrease the physical symptoms of rheuma-tism. In such circumstances, any way of re -moving such mental barriers is a positivestep, if necessary, with the help of a therapist.

In applying crystal therapy as a part ofthe treatment of rheumatic illnesses, it hasbeen shown that those which have turnedout to be particularly effective have both adetoxifying, de-acidifying effect and thebeneficial property of creating harmony,emotional balance and freedom. So, theyshould, be employed not only during theacute phase of a rheumatic attack, but alsoas part of the long-term treatment, in orderto change the basic physical and emotionalenvironment of rheumatism.

Amber relieves both the pain and theunderlying inflammation of stiff joints andlimits the subsequent damage. Further-more, it encourages a calm and cheerfuldisposition, brings about a sense of freedomfrom care and helps in letting go any frus-trations and anger.

Place a raw or a tumbled piece of Amberon the tender areas; or wear a necklace orpendant with direct body contact. Also, takegem essence (in acute cases, 3-7 drops everyhalf hour; then later 3 times daily).

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causes of rheumatic disease. Emotionally, itbrings worries and suppressed annoyanceinto the open and so helps in their elimina-tion.

Place a tumbled crystal on the tender orpainful spots or wear as a necklace or pen-dant during periods when there are norheumatic problems. Alternatively, takegem essence (3-5 drops, 3 times daily).

Malachite relieves pain arising fromacute rheumatism, as it detoxifies and de-acidifies the affected areas very rapidly.Emotional causes, such as annoyance,anger and frustration are often brought intothe open very dramatically with Malachite.Nevertheless, such spontaneous outpour-ings can help to vent one’s anger in a fun-damental and complete way, so that, after-wards, there are only feelings of relief andfreedom.

Place a tumbled stone or a section/sliceon the tender areas. A short, intense painmay be experienced to begin with, but it willconsiderably shorten the total time thatpain is experienced.

As Malachite is particularly suitable inthe treatment of an acute attack, it com-bines well with the use of Turquoise.

Turquoise also has a pain-relieving anddetoxifying effect. It helps rheumatic prob-lems to dissipate gradually and contributesto a complete and long-term cure from thedisease. Turquoise neutralises acidificationand thus changes the body’s own long-termenvironment. Used in combination with

Malachite, it has a stronger effect in reduc-ing inflammation.

Turquoise also helps in dealing withfrustration, bitterness and extreme emo-tional ups and downs by inducing a sense ofbalance and inner, as well as outer, har-mony.

Place a tumbled crystal on the tenderareas in cases of acute problems or wear asa necklace or pendant during periods whenthere are no rheumatic problems. Alterna-tively, take gem essence (3-5 drops, 3 timesdaily).

Green Tourmaline is helpful, both inthe early and progressive stages of rheuma-tism. It detoxifies, de-acidifies, adjusts themetabolism, impedes inflammations,relieves pain and furthers the regenerationof affected joints, muscles, or organs.

Emotionally, Green Tourmaline is help-ful in dealing with sadness, frustration,long-lasting unhappiness, impatience andbitterness. It encourages us to find new per-spectives, to see life from new angles and todevelop a new interest in others and in oursurroundings and our own life.

It has a swift, pain-relieving and revital-ising effect, especially if a crystal or sectionis placed in front of a torch and the result-ing green-coloured beam is directed on tothe affected areas. Depending on require-ments, this treatment can be carried out 3-7times per day for 5-15 minutes.

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(5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily), or gem water(100–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Rocky Mountain Feversee Tick Bites

RSIsee Tennis Elbow

Sadnesssee Melancholia

Scars

Scars are formed as a natural process of theskin in order to substitute for lost or dam-aged tissue after injuries or inflammations.They consist of coarse, white connective tis-sue with many fibres, but with few cells andblood vessels. Scar tissue has much lesserelasticity and overall resilience than normalconnective skin tissue. Furthermore, it oftenhas a very deleterious effect on the bloodcirculation and supply of natural energy toneighbouring tissues and organs. This isespecially the case with scars that lie trans-versely to the body’s basic axis and fourlimbs. If nerve pathways have also beeninterrupted, this may cause problems withthe sense of touch, and numbness can occur.

Scars and resulting skin malformationsare often accepted as being unchangeablevisible features. However, this is not neces-sarily so. Even with quite old scars, theactual scar tissue can be partly changedinto a version that is much more efficientlysupplied with blood, nutrients and thebody’s energy.

Any scar, even if involving severednerves, can be healed with the help of crys-tals.

Chrysocolla is very effective in cases oflarge, lumpy scars, even if they are relativelyold. As a mineral rich in copper and silicicacid, it stimulates the regeneration of skinand tissue, so that they can be transformedinto a healthy form.

Place a polished section/slice on thescar, fixing it with sticking plaster ifrequired. Then, take either gem essence (3-5 drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(100–200 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day) at the same time.

Rhodonite helps particularly withtransforming the tissue of deep scars andfresh wounds. It improves blood circulationand encourages the formation of new cells– sometimes to the point that no scar formsat all.

Its application and use are as detailedabove for Chrysocolla – but it can also beworn in the form of a bracelet, necklace orpendant.

Tourmaline in particular can be appliedin order to stimulate the flow of energy

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through scars that have a blocking effect, toimprove the formation of nerves in the tis-sue and to heal cut nerves. The crystals orrods should always point away from thehead and towards the hands or the feet, inorder to stimulate the nerves (in cases ofnumbness etc.). In cases of a blocked flowof energy the point should point upwards onthe front of the body– but downwards onthe back (Fig. 17). All types of Tourmalinecan be applied for this kind of treatment.The most suitable ones, however, are water-melon tourmalines.

Sea Sicknesssee Travel Sickness

Sexual Problems

Sexuality is one of the basic human needsand a sexual relationship that is harmoniousand satisfying contributes substantially to ahappy loving relationship. If the needs anddesires of both partners can be lived openlyand with sensitivity there is hardly anythingthat creates more joy in life.

Unfortunately, for many reasons, sex isoften burdened with more problems thanwith actually creating happiness – andthere are a host of phenomena that areinvolved in causing such a contradictorysituation. An upbringing which is hostiletowards desire and the body, seeminglymeaningless moral principles, unpleasantexperiences, abuse, fears (including thoseof unwanted pregnancy), communicationproblems within relationships, conflictsbetween the two people in the partnership,inhibitions, pressure to perform, fear ofsexual failure, withholding fantasies andwishes, feelings of guilt and perpetualmyths (“men are only interested in onething”, “women never feel desire”, etc.) allimpede the joy of sex and turn it into abattleground or arena of conflict.

Therefore, the real solution to overcom-ing sexual problems is the need for clari -fication of the causes, which can be

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Front:Energy flow upwards

Back:Energy flow downwards

Fig. 17: Energy flow patterns in the body.


achieved through having an open dialoguewith one’s partner or with the assistance of atherapist.

See also: ImpotenceThe crystals listed below can, however,

serve in raising a desire for and a delight insex. As well as improving sexual activity,increasing pleasure and enjoyment, theyalso improve the physical and emotionalpreconditions for a truly fulfilled sexual life.

Fire Opal furthers erotic attraction, itencourages the unrestrained acting out ofone’s desires and brings pleasure in sex. Itmakes one spontaneous and impulsive andquickly dispels disturbing thoughts, badmoods, feelings of guilt and other inhibi-tions. It is also helpful with impotence andlack of orgasm – however, it should not beused if there is a tendency towards prema-ture ejaculation!

Garnet Pyrope helps one to overcomeinhibitions and taboos, in particular whenobsolete or seemingly meaningless moralviews lie at the root of the problem. It fur-thers an active, harmonious sexuality andis helpful with potency problems, frigidity,any sense of disgust and an antipathytowards sex.

Malachite is helpful with sexual prob-lems that are based on any unfortunate ornegative previous experiences. It will iden-tify any lingering fears and injuriousimages, bringing them to the light andhelping one to talk about them. In this way,it also supports therapeutic processes and

eliminates feelings of shyness and bashful-ness, helping to express and to act out sex-ual wishes and needs.

Rose Quartz furthers sensuality, romanceand tenderness – and helps to overcomesexual problems by enhancing empathyand openness with a partner. It alsoimproves circulation in the genitals andthereby increases a sense of sexual desire.

Ruby can bring a new passion into thegreyness of every day life making it easier tolet go of pressure to perform and alleviatefalse expectations and fears about failure. Itstimulates an active sexuality and bringsabout a comfortable well being and plea-surable feeling about sex.

Rutile Quartz encourages a fulfilledsexuality, where fear and feelings of guiltcreate problems. It helps particularly withsexual problems that are the consequenceof extreme tension, e. g., problems withpotency or premature ejaculation.

Serpentine furthers gentle, tender sex-ual activity and relieves stress, fear and ner-vousness. It also helps women who couldnot previously achieve orgasm because oftheir feelings of tension during sex.

Thulite improves desire, sensuality andsexuality. It furthers the acting out of one’sown wishes and fantasies and helps one toovercome any deeply-rooted blockagesresulting from previous negative experi-ences, an upbringing that is hostile towardssex, feelings of guilt, the pressure to per-form, outright fear and the detrimental

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effect of bad moods. It helps in attaining amore relaxed and natural attitude towardssex, and makes it possible for men in partic-ular, to “let themselves go” for once.

For all of these crystals, wear as a brace -let, necklace or pendant; or place a tumbledstone under the pillow. Besides that, a well-known and much appreciated ploy is tospend time in a circle of Thulite crystals(raw or tumbled) arranged around the bed!

Shock

In medical terms, “shock’ is used todescribe two different processes.

Firstly, there is shock to the circulation –an acute, life-threatening breakdown of theblood circulation. This can occur becauseof actual loss of blood or body fluids, abreakdown or collapse of the kidneys or theheart, chronic infections, severe lack ofblood sugar, extreme allergic reactions(anaphalactic shock) or severe injuries. Theobvious signs in cases of this type of a shockare skin pallor, cold sweats, nausea, a fastbut weak pulse, shivering and feelings ofcold, fear, restlessness and confusion. Afterimmediate first aid precautions – thestaunching of bleeding, for example –place the affected person in a supine posi-tion with the legs raised and call the emer-gency services as soon as possible. Avoidany panic or excitement and try to speakcalmly and quietly to the patient.

Secondly, there is psychological shock.This leads to an emotional disturbance,probably without severe physical injury, butwith symptoms similar to physically-induced shock. This is because it too leadsto disturbances of the circulation, with asubsequent lack of oxygen to the brain,shivering, fainting, hot flushes, confusion,disorientation, excitability or rigor. Oneshould take the same first aid precautionsas with physical shock, but there are addi-tional methods that can be applied torapidly relieve the effects of the shock. Thefirst of these precautions, after first aid, is tobring the person back to normal conscious-ness. The fact is that emotional shocks canlead to a situation where the affected personis still “stuck” in the frame of mind inwhich the incident of shock occurred. Theirconsciousness has therefore to be disassoci-ated from the incident and be directedtowards the present. This can best be donegently but by asking them to repeat whatyou have just said to them

The procedure may have to be repeated acouple of times, until the affected person is– often suddenly – able to repeat your lastwords, indicating a return to normal con-sciousness and the present and can then bespoken to calmly and answer coherently. Itis often then useful to continue with gentleinstructions such as: “Put your hands downand feel the ground”; and when this hasbeen competed successfully adding some-thing like: “Press the ground firmly!”

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Again, this must also be repeated a cou-ple of times, until one can tell that the per-son has fully “come to”. Bringing ashocked person “back to the present” andhelping then to be “grounded” can oftendissipate the effects of psychological shockalmost completely. In other words, byrestoring the patient’s outer order, the innerorder can then be restored further – forexample, by collecting objects that are lyingabout after an accident. Whatever else,though, always listen attentively when theyare talking about the shocking experience.

There are a couple of crystals that canalso be employed in order to alleviate statesof shock.

Obsidian will assist in the process ofrestoring a normal conscious or state ofmind if a tumbled stone is placed in thehand of the affected person. The most effec-tive form is actually Rainbow or BlackObsidian. In addition, if used as describedthe temporary state of psychological paraly-sis will dissolve suddenly and enable a nor-mal conversation to take place.

Rhodonite can then be used in order tofurther the recovery of normal conscious-ness. It can be either held it in the hand,taken as gem essence (7-9 drops), or as gemwater (100–200 ml taken in sips during thecourse of the day).

It is always worthwhile being ready forcases of shock by having a pre-preparedmixture of Obsidian and Rhodonite essencetogether with Bach Rescue Remedy. This

mixture can be kept at home, or in themedicine chest, and be taken immediatelyas required (7-9 drops).

Short Sightsee Ametropia; Sight Problems

Sicknesssee Vomiting

Sight Problems

Weak or impaired sight is typified by a verystrong reduction in the sharpness of vision.This can be caused either by a blurring ofthe lenses and by diseases in the retina orchoroids (the tissue layer behind the retinathat contains many blood vessels). Othercauses are a lack of, or impaired formation,of the so-called “yellow spot” (the pointupon the retina, where the eye is sharpest)and disturbances in the nerves or the sightcentre of the brain. In turn, the latter maybe connected with varying or unequalvision in the eyes or squinting.

Weakened sight is not really a disease initself. Rather it is a symptom of the conse-quence of many, often complex, causes.

See also: Ametropia; Cataracts; EyeProblems; Squinting

A central issue in all of this is the body’smetabolism. Increasing deposits of toxins

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and waste, together with infections, cause ablurring of the eye or the lens, diseases ofthe retina or infection and damage to thechoroid.

See also: Detoxification; Diabetes, LiverHealth; Lymphatic Health, Revitalisation,Thyroid Problems

As there is a close connection betweenthe eyes, efficient vision and a healthy liverfunction, treatment of the optic nerves, aswell as those of the retina, are also possibleusing homeopathy, along with a sensiblediet and drinking lots of clean water inorder to regularise the metabolism.

Agate crystal containing an eye signa-ture is particularly helpful in connectionwith diseases of the retina or choroids andany type of blurred vision. Agate sections/slices or a tumbled stone with central inclu-sions of Rock Crystal are particularly rec-ommended and should be placed on theeyes regularly for about 15 minutes(evenings are best).

Rock Crystal is particularly helpful inthe early stages of blurring. Place a smallcrystal or a tumbled stone directly on theclosed eyelids. The clear, bright so-termed“Herkimer Diamonds” are particularly suit-able.

Chalcedony and Noble Opal improvethe fluid regulation of the eye as well asbeing beneficial to the body’s overall lym-phatic system. As a result, they are thereforehelpful in cases of blurred vision as well aswith some diseases in the retina or choroid.

Chrysoberyl is helpful with weak sightand impaired vision, particularly if the lat-ter is caused by disturbances of the opticnerve or the sight centre of the brain. Placea crystal between the eyebrows (on the“third eye”) for about 15 minutes, 3 times aday.

Diamond reduces the accumulation oftoxins in the eye, particularly if taken in theform of gem essence (3-7 drops, 3-5 timesdaily) and gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day). Dia-mond likewise affects the optic nerve andthe sight centre of the brain, which makes itan important crystal with which to treatimpaired vision. A Diamond can be placeddirectly on the closed eyes or between theeyebrows (on the “third-eye”) as a supple-mentary treatment.

Dioptase has a positive effect on theeyes, primarily through the eyes connectionwith the liver. In cases of impaired vision,place a small crystal or a small group ofcrystals, directly onto the liver. Dioptase eyedrops applied at the same time heighten thebeneficial effect of the body’s metabolismon the eyes.

Emerald is also helpful in connectionwith metabolic problems. It also has a posi-tive effect on disturbances in the nerves, poi-soning and chronic as well as acute infec-tions. Place it regularly on the eyes and onthe liver, preferably at the same time. Besidethat, one can wear a necklace or pendant,or take gem essence (5-9 drops, 3-5 times

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daily) or gem water (200–300 ml taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Ocean Jasper has a similar effect toAgate in this context, especially when it alsocontains within its structure an eye signa-ture and/or if acute or previous infectionshave contributed to the impairment ofsight. In such cases, it can also be worn inthe form of a necklace or pendant, beplaced on the liver, or be taken in form ofgem essence (200–300 ml taken in smallsips over the course of the day).

Sardonyx, being a tri-coloured Chal-cedony and as an Agate-related mineral, isalso the best and most important crystal incases of weak sight and impaired vision. Itaffects all the affected areas (eye metabo-lism, the retina, the choroid, the nerves andthe brain) and will thus show exceptionalresults in some cases. It is best applied bothinternally and externally.

Place a raw or a tumbled stone directlyon the eyes and take either gem essence (5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Tourmaline, with its various colourvarieties (blue, pink, green and watermelon), is especially helpful, when im -paired vision is caused by nerve distur-bances or damage. Place either a crystal ora tumbled stone directly on the eyes or takegem essence or gem water (dosage as forEmerald).

Sinusitis

In most cases sinusitis, arises in connectionwith a cold, flu or inflamed dental roots inthe upper jaw. Occasionally, it may alsoarise as a result of injuries or blood infec-tions. Its symptoms consist of pulsing,throbbing pains in the sinus area and in theforehead. The pain is caused by pressure,particularly when bending forward, or by ahigh temperature and obstructed nasalbreathing (often only through one nostril).The resulting, unpleasant mucous from thenose is initially yellowish and pus-like,turning later to a greenish-yellow.

As a precaution, sinusitis should alwaysbe treated by a doctor or an alternative prac-titioner, in order to avoid further complica-tions and inflammation of the eyes, theoptic nerve or the cerebral membrane. It isimportant to prevent sinusitis from develop-ing into a chronic state, which, althoughshowing few direct symptoms, can lead to aheavy build up of mucous in the mem-branes such as the adenoids.

The emotional causes of sinusitis cansometimes be found in taxing situationsthat lead to confusion and loss of emotionalbearings. As mental clarity disappears, thenose becomes more and more “stuffed up”and exposed to inflammation. Looked atanother way, one has only to remember howthe ability to think is often diminished ineven the mildest cases of the common cold.

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Some relief may be obtained by rinsingthe mouth and teeth with organic, coldpressed sunflower oil for 10 to 20 minutesevery day. This oil absorbs toxic and poiso-nous substances, which results in a rapidimprovement of the situation. Do not swal-low the oil under any circumstances; spitit out afterwards and rinse thoroughly withlukewarm water!

See also Colds; FluEmerald has been shown to be the most

effective crystal for use with sinusitis. It re -lieves inflammation of the mucous mem-branes very quickly, un-blocks stuffy nosesand thus eases breathing through the nose.Furthermore, it also supports clarity ofthought and feeling, with a positive effect onthe nose and sinuses. As a rule, Emeraldpre vents the outbreak of chronic sinusitis,but also helps as part of a cure once it hasoccurred.

Heliotrope, Blue Chalcedony, MossAgate and Ocean Jasper may also con-tribute to relief from any cold and flu-likecondition and from sinusitis itself.Heliotrope is most effective at the beginningof the inflammation, i. e. with the first signsof yellowish mucous, with the initial pain,or when bending the head forward. Chal-cedony can then be used during the courseof the disease, in order to support thecleansing process via the lymph system. Ifthe condition is very stubborn and retreatsonly very slowly, apply Moss Agate and

Ocean Jasper.For all the above, place or affix a pol-

ished crystal or a section/slice on thesinuses or on the forehead. Their effect isalso enhanced if they are worn as a neck-lace or pendant

Additionally, take gem essence (depend-ing on the intensity of the disease, 5-7 dropsfrom 3 times daily up to a maximum ofonce an hour) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in sips during the course of the day).

Heliotrope can also be applied as anointment with a beneficial and rapid effect.Mix the gem essence with Bach RescueRemedy (10 drops of each in 10 g of oint-ment base (1 part beeswax and 4-5 parts ofjojoba oil). This ointment can then berubbed into the area over the sinuses andrelief obtained.

Skin Care

The skin may be affected internally or exter-nally by such things as an unhealthy envi-ronment, a poor indoor climate, pollutedair, radiation, toxic deposits in the tissues,intestinal disturbances or a range of differ-ent illnesses. This means that merely treat-ing disorders of the skin makes little sense.Indeed, it can even be harmful as, in certaincircumstances, suppressed skin symptomsmay often shift their effect to other organs,e. g. the body’s mucous membranes or the

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airways, and thus lead to a general deterio-ration of health. A regular course of detoxi-fication (see Detoxification) and – if neces-sary – colonic irrigation, is the mostimportant factor in enabling the skin toheal from inside.

On the other hand, gentle care can sup-port the skin in its natural secreting andcleansing function. As a result, unpleasantsymptoms can be relieved and the skin itselfremains intact and healthy. Skin care likethis has to be positive and not suppressive innature. It should be based upon furtheringits natural functions, leading to normalregeneration and self-healing.

Amethyst has turned out to be especiallybeneficial for cleansing and healing theskin. As elsewhere (see also: Abscesses; Acne;Blisters; Itching; Dandruff; Sun Stroke),Hildegard von Bingen’s Amethyst Water (seepage 25) is particularly effective. This gen-tle, but profoundly effective, water-basedpreparation should be used as the solecleansing agent for ones skin, i. e. withoutadditional use of soap, alcohol-basedcleansing agents or cosmetics.

It regenerates and cleanses all the skinlayers and makes oily skin, couperose (thevisible small blood vessels in the face), red-dish spots (rosacea), dandruff, eczema,abscesses, and excessive build-up of hardskin and calluses improve or even graduallydisappear.

Sleeping Problems

The experience of sleep disturbance mayinclude an inability to fall asleep, or sleep-ing uninterruptedly yet still feeling unrestedon waking; there may also be an increasedfeeling of tiredness of even a need for sleepduring the day. Apart from physical diseases(such as inflammation, cysts and “badnerves”), activities such as shift work, jet-lag, negative energy fields near the bed or inthe bedroom and various types of emotionalstress may also cause sleep disturbances.

Whilst physical diseases often cause anincreased need for sleep, in order that thebody has time for relaxation and regenera-tion, emotional stress and worries oftenhave the opposite effect. The result can bethat of experiencing a really hard time infalling asleep or having a full night’s sleep.It might feel, for example, as if one cannot,or does not want to, let go of the day’s eventsand incidents.

As long as sleep disturbances only occuroccasionally, or because of clearly under-standable and identifiable reasons (excite-ment over specific incidents), one need notworry. However, if they persist, or occurmore frequently, some remedy must befound.

Of course, obvious diseases and emo-tional problems should be treated at acausal level. However, it is recommended touse meditation as an immediate aid inseeking an improvement in sleeping.

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By employing some mentally relaxingexercises or taking an evening walk, whilststill maybe thinking over the day’s events,one can then also bring them to a close.

See also: NightmaresIn order to improve one’s sleep effec-

tively, it is important to be aware of the nat-ural sleep cycles. From dream research, it isknown that light sleep (called rapid eyemovement – or REM – sleep and which isfilled with dreams) and deep sleep, alter-nate during the night. Emotional and phys-ical regeneration also follow this same sleepcycle. In this way, toxins and waste productsare excreted from the tissue and theprocesses of renewal take place during peri-ods with deep sleep.

It can be seen therefore that if a phasewith deep sleep is interrupted, one feelsweary, downcast and unrested. On the otherhand, waking easily and normally at theend of a phase of deep sleep, one feels clearand has a feeling of being fully rested. So,wherever possible, one should arrange the

length of one’s sleep, so that one wakes upafter a phase of deep sleep; but how can onedo this?

The answer lies in the importance ofknowing the length of personal sleep phases– which are also the same as the body’s ownregeneration periods. This can be done bymeans of simple observation and recordingthe times when one awakes feeling restedand then calculating how much time haselapsed since one fell asleep. It is obviouspretty quickly that the periods of waking upfeeling rested are of a more or less constantlength of time. This is then regarded as awhole number resulting from the multiplesof one’s sleep cycle.

For example, if one wakes up after 5 hoursand 20 minutes, or after exactly 8 hours, thecommon divisor is 2 hours 40 minutes –this is the time of one regeneration phaseafter which you feel rested. You find multi-ples of these phases throughout your sleep:2 x 2 hours 40 minutes = 5 hours 20 min-utes; 3 x 2 hours 40 minutes = 8 hours.

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Waking time in a state of rest 4 h 40 min 7 h 9 h 40 min

Length of regeneration cycles 2 h 20 min 2 h 20 min 2 h 20 min 2 h 20 min

Waking time in a state of rest 5 h 7 h 30 min 10 h


Waking time in a state of rest 5 h 30 min 8 h 15 min 11 h


Fig 18: Regeneration cycles during sleep.


On the other hand if one wakes up restedafter 5 hours or 7 hours 30 minutes, thecommon divisor is 2 hours 30 minutes: thatis 2 x 2 hours 30 minutes = 5 hours; 3 x 2hours 30 minutes = 7 hours 30 minutes.This common divisor indicates the length ofa single regeneration phase during sleep.

As a rule, the regeneration cycles takebetween two and three hours. If one is emo-tionally and physically in good shape, theycan be somewhat shorter – but with dis-eases and heavy emotional problems, theymay be somewhat longer. Normally, thebody needs three of these regenerationcycles in order to “digest the remains of theday”. Thus, one generally has to assume anaverage time of eight hours in order to getenough sleep.

However, if one sleeps for one or twoextra cycles, the body will have the time tocarry out more regeneration work. This iswhy an illness often causes a need for moresleep.

When we sleep for longer, say, duringholidays, this brings emotional and physi-cal rejuvenation. On the other hand, if wesleep for less than these three phases, orcycles, every night, this will result inincreased deposits of toxins and waste. Thenone really gets “worn down”, lacking thebeneficial effects of the body’s essentialregeneration. Accommodating sleeprequirements according to the regenerationcycles is, therefore, a very important supportprogramme for body and soul. It helps not

only with sleep disturbances, but also with ahost of other problems (see Revitalisation).

To summarize, one can say that it isimportant to find the length of one’s ownregeneration cycles, preferably to ensureone has three of these cycles every nightduring sleep – and especially to set thealarm correctly, so that one wakes up in themorning exactly between two regenerationcycles. (Of course, this is only if a wake-upcall is still needed at all. The more preciselyone knows personal regeneration cycles, themore exactly one can predict and tell one-self when to wake up.)

This investigation and observation ofone’s own rhythms is much more importantand effective than any sleeping pills, barbi-turates or even “natural” alternative sleepinducing agents. If the above methods arecombined with others that help one fallasleep – meditation, relaxation, walks, etc.– the result will be sound sleep. In whichcase, use of the following crystals mightonly be necessary in exceptional cases,effective though they will prove to be onsuch occasions, assisting in the mentalrelaxation necessary in order to meet thephysical and emotional needs, when one isrested and ready for therapeutic, healingsleep

Agate is helpful in the form of a sec-tion/slice under the pillow. It helps induce adeeper, calmer and revitalising sleep. Fur-thermore, any dreams will be experiencedas being comfortable and unthreatening.

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Agate also assists if there is any tendencytowards waking up early and not being ableto fall asleep again.

Amethyst improves the quality of sleep,in cases where unfinished business causedisturbing or anxious dreams. Such dreamsare typical of an increased need for sleepand the simultaneous decreasing qualityand value of the sleep. Anything that we feelunable to tackle directly and that is putaside during the day then turns up at nightand is processed during sleep. In this way,the sleep is of a type that is simply “clearingout the junk” of the day, with incidents,worries and conflicts repeated several timesand often in different variations, until theyare “digested” and dealt with. Becausedreams like this are just as much mentalwork as is conscious daytime thought, thebrain’s resulting activity means that thesleep lacks the necessary depth for the vitalphysical and other forms of renewal andregeneration.

Initially, a bright, clear Amethyst crystal,or a tumbled stone under the pillow, willactually stimulate such “clearing out junk”dreams and so one may feel an initial dete-rioration as a result of this increased activityduring the dream-time. However, it is in thisway that many unfinished matters are dealtwith effectively and conclusively after a cou-ple of nights. Then, from this point on,sleep becomes deeper, more recreationaland the body’s regeneration cycles becomeshorter.

Wearing an Amethyst during the day, inthe form of a necklace or a pendant, raisesone’s awareness of the fact that many expe-riences and much information can be bestdealt with immediately, freeing sleep for itstrue purpose of revitalisation

Aventurine makes it particularly easy tofall asleep, because it helps in “letting go”of persistent cycles of disturbing thoughts,images and feelings. It brings with it thenecessary calmness and relaxation, so thatone can fall asleep peacefully.

Chrysoprase is helpful when it is diffi-cult to sleep through the night, or in deal-ing with nightmares, in particular withchildren, who wake up fretful in the middleof the night (see also Nightmares). It alsofrees the mind or worrying images and veryunpleasant feelings.

Ocean Jasper makes it easier to fallasleep and to sleep deeper. It also furthersnight time renewal, especially if one placesseveral raw or tumbled stones in a circlearound the bed.

Black Tourmaline improves sleep,bringing about rapid relaxation. It makes iteasier to fall asleep and also to sleepthrough until morning. It is also helpfulwhen electronic pollution disturbs one’ssleep pattern and there is no other way ofshielding or neutralisation.

For Aventurine, Chrysoprase and BlackTourmaline, place a tumbled stone underthe pillow or wear a necklace or a pendantwith body contact.

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Slipped Disc

The spine consists of vertebrae, each ofwhich is separated from its upper and lowerneighbour by a thin disc of ligament, a ringof connective tissue with a jelly-like coreand high water content and whose purposeis to keep the spine flexible. The vertebraethemselves can become worn and the inter-vening disc can loses fluid from out of thisjelly-like tissue and, with it, the intendedelasticity. Consequently, the vertebraebecome flatter and their flexibility isdecreased. This can then cause pain in theback (although not always necessarily).

In extreme cases, the ring of connectivetissue expands too much, or is actually tornor damaged. This makes the jelly-like sub-stance flow partly, or totally, into the spinalchannel, where the spinal nerves are situ-ated; and it is this that we call a slipped disc– or disc prolapse. Compression of nervescan result in truly severe pain, which theneither radiates sideways or into the joints ofthe body.

It is essential to consult a doctor or analternative practitioner as soon as possiblein order to obtain an accurate diagnosis. Inaddition, some crystals have turned out torelieve pain extremely effectively and to behelpful during the renewal of the damagedligaments. Of course, as with so many phys-ical conditions, there can often be a psycho-logical or emotional factor that causes the

problem. As ever, this is always something tobe taken into account.

Amazonite relieves stiffness and inflexi-bility as a result of its lead content (”likeheals like” as they say). Flexibility andmotion is important if the discs are toabsorb fluid and maintain their elasticity.In this way any further erosion is prevented.Amazonite also soothes when sudden painsstrike.

Aragonite with signature bands, being acalcium carbonate rich in water crystal, isprobably the number one choice in treatingcases of a slipped disc. It enhances therenewed absorption of water in “worn” liga-ments and renews their elasticity. Place oraffix either a section/slice or a tumbledstone on the affected spot. An Aragonite-Calcite-crystal, sold commercially underthe name, “Onyx-Marble”, has also beenshown to produce good results.

Dioptase helps with slipped discs. Fix acrystal or a crystal cluster on the liver asdiscs are energetically connected with theliver’s energy meridian. A combination ofDioptase placed over the liver and Aragoniteupon the discs also has a good effect.

Kunzite relieves the pain of pinchednerves. For a slipped disc, Kunzite can beplaced or fixed on the affected area togetherwith Aragonite, either in the form of a crys-tal or a tumbled stone.

Pyrites relieve the pain from a slippeddisc. However, as they contain sulphur and

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can react with sweat, and thus cause skinirritation, they should only be applied for ashort period. For any longer term uses, theycan be worn on the tender area if containedwithin a small, thinly woven cotton bag

Snoring

Snoring is the term we use for sounds pro-duced by breathing when asleep, especiallythose noises which occur when breathingthrough the mouth while lying on one’sback. Snoring is caused by the vibrations ofthe slackened soft palate and is furtherexacerbated by the tongue sliding back-wards, when the body is supine. Oralbreathing is usually a result of impededbreathing through the nose that is causedby adenoid swelling or a cold – and in chil-dren by tonsillitis.

Loud snoring is also associated withemotional tensions, which have consider-able effect on sleep. Sleeping on one’s side,stress reduction and relaxation beforefalling asleep – and the effective treatmentof colds and other diseases of the airways –are some of the most important measuresthat can be taken to prevent snoring.

Heliotrope, Ocean Jasper and Emer-ald can be applied to relieve snoring. Theyalso help with colds, tonsillitis and otherdiseases of the airways, and have a relaxingeffect on tension.

Wear them as a bracelet on each hand;or as a necklace or pendant during sleep forbest effect. Alternatively, take gem essence(5-9 drops before going to sleep), or gemwater (200 ml).

Sore Throatsee Throat Pains; Tonsillitis

Speech Difficultiessee Hoarseness: Loss of Voice; Stuttering

Sprains

A sprained joint is caused by sudden, violentand excessive movement beyond its normalrange of movement (e. g. twisting anankle). Tendons become overstretched ortorn apart. Sometimes, even the joint en -closure itself is damaged as well.

The usual result is very obvious swellingwith severe pain – sometimes with bruising.

As with all similar types of injury, it isalways valuable to initiate some form ofpain-relieving exercise as soon as possible –even if simply to ensure a full awareness ofthe injury and the circumstances thatcaused it.

One method involves repeating themotions, circumstances or sequence ofevents immediately after the incident – but

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of course, without repeating the actualinjury). If, for example, the foot was twisted,the last movement before the injury can berepeated (slowly) once more. It might evenbe necessary to repeat the whole incident acouple of times until the pain suddenlyincreases, but then decreases rapidly; andthis is the point at which to stop. This formof exercise focuses both attention and lifeenergy on the affected part of the body andthereby furthers the healing process.

Afterwards, the swelling can be relievedby a cooling arnica poultice and (if part ofone’s normal self-treatment) by takinghomeopathic Arnica and Bach RescueRemedy.

However, to be truly safe and reassured,see a doctor, in order to ascertain whether ornot the tendons and ligaments have merelybeen stretched, or whether they have beentorn apart and the whole joint has beenaffected.

Obsidian can be applied to sprains. UseObsidian immediately after the accident asit dissolves the pain and the state of shockinflicted on the cells. Place a tumbled stoneon the aching spot – particularly importantif the above consciousness-raising processcannot be carried out.

Rhodonite can then be used as a follow-up, being applied afterwards in order to healthe sprain and limit any possible bruising.

Place a tumbled stone or a section/sliceover the affected area or ensure there is oneit inside any supporting bandage.

As an alternative, place a necklacearound the joint; or take gem essence (5-9drops, initially every hour, then later 3 timesdaily), or gem water (up to 1 litre taken insmall sips over the course of the day).

Squinting

Squinting- also sometimes referred to asstrabismus or strabism – is a consequenceof a positional defect in one or both eyes.This results from the eyes being not quiteparallel when observing anything distantand thus one cannot quite focus on a spe-cific spot nearby. The overall condition isoften caused by disturbances in the eyemuscles and their associated nerves, alongwith errors of refraction or pronounced dif-ferences in the visual power of the eyes.

Deviations in eye position might only beoccur during tiredness or strain, etc. –which is termed latent squinting – whilstthe problem is present all the time in thecases of a permanent squint.

As squinting produces a double image,the brain suppresses the information fromthe weaker or squinting eye. This leads toreduced sharpness and acuity of sight and –sometimes – can cause progressively weak-ened vision. Consequently, squinting shouldalways be treated.

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covered), or the correction of refractionerrors by means of sight-improving mea-sures. Very pronounced anomalies in theeye muscles are also corrected physicallyusing surgery.

In the field of alternative medicine, it isalso recognised that squinting can oftenoccur together with the vertebrae being outof alignment or with bad posture. As a result,body therapeutic measures (e. g. cranio-sacral therapy; osteopathy; Dorn-Breussmethod, etc.) can sometimes cure squinting.

In children, squinting has sometimesbeen known to occur after vaccinations.Such instances can be treated with appro-priate cleansing measures (see Detoxifica-tion), or with homeopathic remedies, asthere is undoubtedly a close connectionbetween the eyes and the liver

In order to be sure that all of the possibleinteractions and causes are taken intoaccount, I strongly recommend that ahomeopathic or anthroposophic eye doctor,or an alternative practitioner, be consultedalongside any other type of squint therapy.

See also: Ametropia; Eye problems; SightProblems

Whilst crystal therapy may support suchmeasures within the framework of a holistictherapy, crystals should not be applied alone.

Aquamarine and Emerald are withoutdoubt the best crystals to use in connectionwith squinting they relax the area sur-rounding the eye, stimulate the nerve activ-ity and have a positive effect on the eye

musculature.Place small crystals or tumbled stones

on the eyes, or wear them as a necklace orpendant around the neck. Alternatively, takegem essence (5-9 drops, 3-5 times daily), orgem water (200–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Rock Crystal and Amethyst can have apositive influence on squinting. Amethystworks in particular in connection with thetreatment described in the chapter on “eyediseases”, in which one places Rock Crystal,Aquamarine, Emerald or Sardonyx directlyon the eyes.

Sardonyx is useful when squinting iscaused by a marked difference in thestrength of the eyes. It is applied like Aqua-marine or Emerald.

Tourmaline, with its different colourvarieties (blue, pink, green and watermelon) can also improve squinting, espe-cially when it is caused by nerve distur-bances or injuries. Again, it is used likeAquamarine or Emerald.

Stingssee Insect Bites and Stings

Stomach Ache

Stomach ache is an immediate symptom ofa whole range of problems. Practically anyorgan in the abdominal cavity – stomach,

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intestines, pancreas, kidneys, liver, bile,uterus, etc, – can be its cause.

Other causes might include such thingsas displaced vertebrae, emotional problems,grief, a gall bladder “racked with rage”,blows and falls, etc. Consequently, it is fartoo imprecise to refer simply to “pains inthe stomach”, if a specific treatment is to besuggested.

It is important to identify exactly wherethe pain is first noticed (that is, if it can belocated specifically at all), at what time ofday it occurs, what has been eaten soonbefore, the actual nature of the pain andwhat, if any, are its accompanying symp-toms (e. g. nausea, vomiting, perspirationattack, diarrhoea, etc.).

All this should be clarified by a doctor orby an alternative practitioner, in order toobtain an accurate diagnosis. As a stomachache can sometimes also have a dangerousor life-threatening cause, it should not beself-treated without having first had profes-sional help and NEVER if the pain is verystrong, manifests suddenly, or continues fora long time!

Once the underlying cause has beendetermined, crystal therapy can help bringabout relief to many kinds of stomach acheand – at the same time – contribute to acure on causal level. The many differentpossibilities of symptom and treatment aresummarised in the following table.

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Agate

Antimonite

Aquamarine

Amber

Stomach, intestine and uterusproblems (grey to yellow-brownnatural colour), also inflamma-tion (pink natural colour); feel-ings of being alone or overbur-dened

Stomach problems with nauseaand vomiting

Problems with the pancreas,gallstones, bile congestion, nau-sea in the late morning, allergicreaction to food; consequencesof stress, overburdening, orhasty consumption of food.

Stomach, intestines, pancreasand bile problems. Conse-quences of grief and fears

Place a crystal with a suitable signature on theaffected spot or wear it on the body

Place a crystal on the stomach, or take either gemwater or gem essence

Place a crystal on the left side of the upper stomach,or take either gem water or gem essence

Place a crystal on the affected spot, or wear it on thebody

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Biotite-Lens

Chrysocolla

Chrysoprase

Citrine

Diaspor

Emerald

Heliotrope

Magnesite

Malachite

Moss agate,pink

Unspecific feelings of pressure orbloated ness, menstrual problems;stomach ache when difficult deci-sions have to be taken

Liver, gall bladder and menstrualproblems; consequences of over-burdening, violent outbursts offeeling or suppressed anger

Liver and gall bladder problems,cramps; consequences of bad con-science or loss of security

Stomach problems, bloatedness,consequences of having eaten toomuch, grief, depression or fear ofconflict

Stomach problems, heartburn;dissatisfaction, disappointment

Liver, gall bladder an intestinalproblems, inflammation andcramps consequences of confu-sion, conflicts, strain and injustice

Intestinal infections, liver, gallbladder and bladder infections;lack of delimitation or control inone’s own life.

Cramp, migraines, gall bladderand stomach problems, heart-burn; strong emotional tension,nervousness, stress

Cramp-like stomach, gall bladderand abdominal pains (also men-strual pain); fear of every daymatters, inhibitions, repressedfeelings

Nausea, sluggish intestine, consti-pation, intestinal infection; feel-ings of guilt, disgust, grudges,anger or revenge

Place a crystal on the affected spot or wear it onthe body

Place a crystal on the upper right part of the stom-ach, take either gem essence or gem water or wearit on the body

Place a crystal on the affected area or wear it onthe body

Place a crystal on the affected area or wear it onthe body



Place a crystal on the affected spot or take either asgem essence or gem water

Place a crystal on the affected spot or take either asgem essence or gem water; wear as a necklace orbracelet

Place crystals on the affected areas

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Ocean Jasper

Rhodonite

Sardonyx

Serpentine

GoldenTopaz

Turquoise

Tourmaline,black

Zirconium

Liver and gall bladder problems(mostly green crystals), stom-ach and intestinal problems(mostly brown crystals), spleenand pancreas problems (mostlygrey-white crystals). Foodallergy, consequences of over-burdening, unresolved conflicts,lacking rest, bad sleep

Pains following punches, blowsor injuries. Consequences ofemotional wounds

Spleen pain, stitches in the leftside, long term consequencesafter infections, food allergy,despondency, consequences ofstrong overburdening

Kidney and intestinal problems,alternating diarrhoea and con-stipation; consequences of astrong inner tension, nervous-ness, and stress

Nausea, lack of appetite; depres-sion, nervousness, last-minute-nerves

Nausea, vomiting, heartburn;feeling of lack of protection orhelplessness

Constipation, feelings of bloat-edness; inner tension, negativeattitude towards life

Strong cramp-like pains fromthe stomach, gall bladder, liveror the uterus, menstrual pains;fear of personal loss, feelings ofpointlessness

Place a crystal on the affected spot; wear on the bodyor take as gem water

Place a crystal on the affected spot or take either asgem essence or gem water

Place a crystal on the left side or take either as gemessence or gem water

Place a crystal on the affected spots or take either asgem essence or gem water. Wear it in the form of anecklace or bracelet for a longer period

Place or wear a crystal on the solar plexus, or takeeither as gem essence or gem water

Place or wear a crystal on the stomach area, or takeeither as gem essence or gem water

Carry a crystal in your left trouser pocket; place it onthe intestine, or take either as gem essence or gemwater

Place a crystal on the affected spot


With stomach ache, the dosage of gemessences is typically high (5-9 drops, 3-7times daily); but for gem water typically low(50–200 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day), in particular wheningestion is impeded by nausea.

Stomach Problems

Symptomatically, most stomach problemsare difficult to distinguish symptomaticallyfrom diseases in the pancreas, the gall blad-der and the gall ways, the liver or the intes-tine. Nausea and vomiting are not auto-matically a sign that there is somethingwrong with the stomach (see also Vomiting).

Professional advice from a doctor or analternative practitioner should always besought for clarification of the real cause –especially when symptoms persist for rathera long time or occur at regular intervals.Consequently, the crystals described later inthis entry are only effective, when symptomssuch as a sore throat, feeling full or bloated,having no appetite, nervous tension – orsimply “having the collywobbles” due toworries and problems – are unambiguouslylinked to the stomach.

Just as our stomach is occupied physi-cally with the digestion of absorbed nutri-ents, it can, in the same way, also be associ-ated with our psychological and emotional“digestion” of experiences and informa-tion. Matters that might be described as

being “emotionally indigestible” can some-times cause the same problems as itemsthat are physically indigestible. This haslong been recognised in both folklore andcommon experience – to the extent thatcertain popular sayings illustrate thisclearly: “butterflies in the stomach”; havinga bad feeling in the “pit of one’s stomach”;“that makes me sick”, etc, etc.

So, as ever, physical and emotionalnutrition are interconnected. Healthy,organic food in a varied diet will providedifferent results than processed or “fast”food. Furthermore, why not consider staringout with a short meditation in order tomake the day different, rather than con-suming with breakfast the news of the daywith, all too often, its bulletins of humanand natural disasters?

Stomach problems should alwaysremind us of the fact that we should reviewour nutrition from a holistic perspective. Asa result, crystals which help in relievingstomach problems also help us find it easierto deal with things emotionally and makeus ready and able to digest “big stuff”. So,in summary, it makes little sense to use thefollowing crystals if there is no accompany-ing readiness or willingness to changelifestyle and – where the stomach is con-cerned specifically, changing dietary habits.

Agate that contains within its crystalform a “stomach signature” helps with allkinds of physical and emotional stomachproblems. It strengthens the mucous mem-

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brane of the stomach, relieves inflamma-tion and helps with feelings of bloatedness.Gently, it stimulates the stomach and hasan emotionally stabilising effect, so thateven uncomfortable matters do not “lie tooheavily” there.

Amber helps with nausea caused byinflammation such as gastritis, or withstomach ulcers. It also strengthens themucous membrane of the stomach. How-ever, is much more likely to help with lackof appetite or stomach problems caused by“nerves”, as, emotionally, Amber furthershappiness, cheerfulness and freedom fromcare.

Diaspor helps quickly with cases of sorethroat and too much acid in the stomach(acidosis). It relieves the type of nauseathat, typically, occurs after heavy or rushedeating.

Emotionally, it has a calming effect onfeelings of nervousness and fear – and ofguilt without any apparent cause.

Magnesite also helps with sore throats,excessive stomach acid or stomach cramps.It relieves hiccups and is calming in cases ofnervousness, anxiety and irritability.

Place a crystal (if Diaspor), or a tumbledstone/section slice (of any of the above) onthe stomach. Alternatively, you can wearthem as a necklace or pendant. Take as gemessence (5-7 drops, 3-5 times daily) or gemwater (100–200 ml taken in small sipsduring the course of the day).

Stress

Stress is usually caused by the feeling thatthere are too many loose ends still to be tiedup or situations to be resolved. These allcontribute to a sense of carrying a real emo-tional load, accompanied by a deep feelingof dissatisfaction. The resulting stress is adirect result of feeling that personal wishesand actions are being pushed aside con-stantly by ongoing obligations or influencesfrom other sources (often described as the“parent syndrome”). Added to this can be awide range of other external factors thathave a direct affect on emotional stability orgeneral quality of life – such as noise andother forms of pollution, direct physicaldanger and illness, emotional or personalconflicts, crises, personal loss, etc.

Stress is intrinsically an “internal” phe-nomenon. Nevertheless, external signs canbe very obvious. For example, in observingtwo individuals in similar situations, youmay often notice that one of them is alreadytotally “stressed” and on the brink of losingcontrol, while the other one is still totallyrelaxed. The tendency to allow oneself tobecome stressed is thus connected directlywith the ability to face the present andfuture – as it exist s, and as it may turn out.This does not mean one has to actually likethe present or the probable future; but itdoes mean that we have to able to face up tothings as they are. The more one dwells on

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the past and the unfinished things, or onunfulfilled wishes, then the less one is capa-ble of accepting the status quo. So, alreadyyou begin to feel stressed…

Yet, the problem is that we can neitherstop nor channel the influences to which weare exposed. Thus, we become so confusedthat all thoughts, feelings, actions and –soon after – our physical functions alsobecome thoroughly confused. The resultingsense of ineffectiveness and an inability totake any action only serves to make matterseven worse – and the vicious circle becomesa downward spiral.

The best remedy is to try to get a handleon all the loose ends and, in so doing, gainmore personal freedom – for rest, recre-ation and wish fulfilment. Sometimes, sim-ply just drawing up a list, where the tasksare arranged according to necessity andchronological order can be a great help.Then, as there emerges a general idea ofwhat has to be done “immediately”, “soon”and “later”, the burden of unfinished busi-ness is greatly reduced. It is no longer feelsas though everything is weighing you downat once. Instead, you can now make freetime and create some space in which to doone thing after another, systematically andfree of stress. When this way of working orliving becomes the norm, the freedom, atfirst merely temporary, becomes a perma-nent – and there is again much less stress.

In this way, you will notice that not only

will internal stress decrease, but that theinfluence and affect of external stresses willalso decrease. Of course, it is always moreproductive and beneficial to work in peaceand quiet than surrounded by in noise(“turn off that radio”), or in clean airinstead of the polluted atmosphere of a bigcity. However, the internal factors, theweight on the mind of anything unfinishedcan be several times greater than any exter-nal stress. For example, one can feelextremely uncomfortable in the most idyllicsetting, if one knows that the rent is overdueof that the bailiffs will be calling the nextday! Yet, in contrast with a meditative atti-tude, one can have an enjoyable time evenin the hurly-burly of the big city.

There can be no doubt; the solution tostress is to clean up and de-junk – on alllevels.

However, in addition, there are a num-ber of other ways to relieve feelings of stress.Together with plenty of sleep, daily walks,meditation exercises, Tai Chi, saline footbaths in the evening, any sensible relaxingor focussing activity will encourage stability,a balanced outlook and a much-reducedsusceptibility to problems arising from stress.

In cases of acute stress the followingcrystals will also help matters.

Aventurine helps when one is distractedand confused by creating a sense of distancefrom previous and future incidents andassisting in applying oneself fully and effec-

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tively to the present. Aventurine also bringsabout relaxation, regeneration and recre-ation and thus reduces the influences ofexternal stress factors.

Bronzite promotes liveliness and activ-ity whilst remaining calm internally. Thisenables one to become swift and effective,which helps in dealing with anything leftunfinished quickly and without stress. Itstrengthens the nervous system and helps inhaving a relaxed attitude in the face of con-flicts and extreme situations. It is also par-ticularly suitable when it proves hard tohave any enjoyable time on one’s own (“theparent syndrome”, see above), even in cir-cumstances when one really does have agreat need for peace and recreation.

Chrysocolla helps one keep a cool headwhen bombarded and overwhelmed by toomany simultaneous impressions or stimu-lations. It is particularly helpful in situa-tions of sudden stress or of rapid change.Chrysocolla helps one to stay neutral, calmand composed in all manner of conflictsand disputes.

Dumortierite enhances the ability to seeeverything with an easier and more relaxedattitude. It softens harshness and blindambition, and communicates courage andconfidence for future situations. Not fornothing is it often called the “take-it-easy-crystal”, for it is applied especially whenthere is a need to abandon patterns of com-pulsive behaviour, etc.

Magnesite has a relieving and relaxingeffect, when there is a danger of “losingone’s nerve”. It relieves stress, nervousness,anxiety, and irritation and encouragespatience.

Smoky Quartz is quite simply the “anti-stress” crystal. Simply hold two crystals ortumbled stones in the hands, and the stressand tension will disappear. If worn for alonger period, it increases the ability to copewith worries. Smoky quartz communicatesa sense of level-headedness and persever-ance, in order that any steps necessary canbe taken consistently after thorough consid-eration. Beside that, Smoky quartz can alsoreduce any tendency to be stressed andreduce any susceptibility to external stressfactors.

For all of these crystals, wear as abracelet, necklace or pendant for a lengthyperiod in order to bring about the best relieffrom stress. Alternatively, in more immedi-ate circumstances, take a large, polishedstone in the hand, when feeling particularlystressed.

Strokes

A stroke or aneurysm (historically called“apoplexy)” is, in effect, a cerebral throm-bosis, embolism or haemorrhage, a suddenmalfunction in the blood circulation in apart of the brain. This can cause uncon-

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sciousness, paralysis, sight disturbances orloss of speech. Weakness, sense disturbancesor paralysis in one side of the body, visualdisturbances (also double vision), speechdisturbances, dizziness, feelings of insecu-rity when walking and an abrupt onset of avery severe headache are some of the symp-toms which can often appear very suddenlyand quickly.

These phenomena can last a couple ofminutes or be permanent. If the attack isindeed merely a few minutes in durationand the effects last no more than 24 hourswith a seeming full recovery, the conditionis called a TIA (transient ischaemic attack)

Nevertheless, in these cases, call for theemergency medical services or a doctorimmediately! The faster a stroke is diag-nosed and the faster it is treated, the better.Only a few hours are available for somenecessary treatment (i. e. dissolving of bloodlots; see below)! Until the ambulancearrives, the affected person should be seatedor laid down comfortably and be freed ofany clothing that is too tight. The sufferershould not eat or drink anything, as there isa danger of suffocation in cases where thepatient slips into unconsciousness!

If the cause is a cerebral embolism, thearteries that supply the brain are blocked bya blood clot and so the affected areas of thebrain are under-supplied with blood. With acerebral haemorrhage, arteries in the brainburst.

In both cases, the origin is defectiveblood vessels, which are often caused byarteriosclerosis in connection with highblood pressure, diabetes, diseases in thewalls of the blood vessels (more rarely) orbecause of disturbances in the coagulation(blood-clotting) process.

For stroke prophylaxis, see also BloodPressure (high), Arteriosclerosis and Dia-betes.

In this context, traditional medicinetends to refer only to causes such as excessweight, lack of physical exercise, and smok-ing, too high consumption of alcohol orsevere emotional burdens. However, oftenforgotten are the need for general detoxifi-cation, a diet with the correct nutritionalvalue, and (especially) the damaging effecton the blood vessels of a high degree ofstored proteins. A balanced diet consisting ofhealthy organic food, or, if necessary, a dietwithout animal proteins, physical exerciseoutdoors, stress reduction and a regular de -toxi fication regime are thus the most im -portant prophylactic precautions in connec-tion with strokes. (See also: Detoxification)

Aventurine, Diamond and Heliotropeare the appropriate crystals to apply (seeArteriosclerosis).

Diamond in particular has proven itsworth after a stroke and traditional medicaltreatment (but, in some cases, during treat-ment) and Hildegard von Bingen wroteabout it some 850 years ago:

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“the person who suffers from gout, orhas had a stroke, the disease, which affectsone side of the body, so that one can nolonger move, should put a diamond intosome wine or water for a whole day anddrink this. In this way, the gout will leavehim, even if it is so strong that his joints feelas if they are threatening to tear apart. Theconsequences of a stroke can thus be alle -viated.”

So, Hildegard von Bingen had alreadyrecognised the connection between the con-sequences of toxins and waste products(gout) and strokes. However, wine is notnow recommended in the first weeks after astroke, though the Diamond water advisedby Hildegard von Bingen has shown itsworth in many cases. As a complement tothe above diet and any accompanying reha-bilitation measures such as physiotherapy,Diamond enhances the breakdown of bloodclots and – at the same time – it also assistsin the reorganisation of the brain, wherebyhealthy parts take over the functions of thedamaged sections.

Stuttering

Stuttering is a disturbance in the flow ofwords caused by a spasmodic inhibition ofspeech, as well as by multiple repetitions ofsounds, syllables and words. It is oftencaused by very strong tensions, which, inturn, are emotionally based in some way.

Stress, strain and conflicts, in particular,aggravate stuttering, while, in contrastinner stability, harmony and relaxationimproves the flow of speech.

Stuttering is much more common inchildren and young people than in adults.This is especially the case if the sufferers feelstressed at home, under parental and/orother pressure to achieve or to succeed, orsubject to forms of strongly controlled socialbehaviour.

However, these are far from being theonly causes. In many cases, these may evenbe the sufferer’s own ambitions or inhibi-tions, whilst in other cases it is often impos-sible to identify any cause whatsoever.

Interestingly enough, it is the self samecrystals that are helpful with stuttering,which also emphasise one’s character, anidentity of self, and which eliminate undueexternal influences. These are crystals thatenhance and stimulate courage and confi-dence. As Hildegard von Bingen expressed itin respect of Blue Chalcedony, they are thecrystals “which bring firmness and courageso that one can make a speech and expresselegantly what one wishes to say”. It is hardto find a better description even today of theconnection between our emotional stateand trouble-free speech.

Rock Crystal strengthens “what isalready present”, one’s own character andaims. It clarifies one’s thoughts, bringsfirmness and calmness. Thus it is also verysuccessful in connection with stuttering.

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Blue Chalcedony is the classic “orator’scrystal”, according to Hildegard von Bin-gen. It helps one express one’s self well andfluently, as it brings emotional ease and arelaxed attitude. This crystal makes it possi-ble to stay relaxed, so that spasmodic voiceinhibitions disappear.

Chrysoberyl is the best crystal for stut-tering. It helps one remain completelysober, clear and self-confident (the “mili-tary commander crystal”), even in thegreatest conflict and stress situations, i. e.especially during tests, fears of going toschool, pressure to perform or other bur-dening factors. Thus it also brings enor-mous improvement and progress in con-nection with stuttering.

It is best to wear all of the above in theform of necklaces (if Rock Crystal or Chal-cedony), pendants (if Chrysoberyl), or asdrilled, tumbled stones (if available) overlonger periods of time. When making aspeech or giving a talk, or some other pre-sentation, they can also be held in the handin the form of crystals (Rock Crystal,Chrysoberyl), or as tumbled stones (Chal-cedony).

All three are also very effective if taken asgem essence (3-7 drops, 3 times daily).

Sunburn

Sunburn is caused by over exposure ofunprotected skin to the sun’s short-wave

ultra-violet (UV) radiation. This conditioncan be even worse if there is also additionalexposure to these same sun’s rays reflectedfrom snow and ice surfaces

In its initial stages, sunburn causesinflamed, reddened skin that is painful andhas a sensation of tightness. Later, in theadvanced stages, painful blisters occur andthen the skin loosens. In cases where largerareas of skin are affected, phenomena verysimilar to those after burns can be observed.In which case, seek professional medicalassistance immediately.

Sunburn can be relieved by exposure toorange-coloured light, the application ofthe fresh, gel- like sap from the leaves ofAloe Vera and the oil from St. John’s Wort –with added immortelle and lavenderessences. It is also very important to drinklots of fluids.

The following crystals also have a reliev-ing effect – and even a prophylactic effect inthe case of Prase.

Amethyst helps with the healing of sun-burn in its initial stage of reddened skin. Itis best applied in the form of Hildegard vonBingen’s Amethyst Water (see page 25),treating the affected areas with this waterseveral times daily.

Aventurine is particularly helpful inrelieving pain arising from sunburn andspeeds up the healing process.

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tively, for external treatment, arrange a cir-cle of 8-12 tumbled stones around theaffected person.

Prase is, however, the best choice ofcrystal in connection with sunburn. For areduction of the skin’s sensitivity to lightand sunburn, place a Prase stone in themouth like a sweet, or wear as a necklace orpendant on the body.

For the actual healing of sunburn, placea section/slice or tumbled stone on theaffected area. Alternatively, take gemessence (5-7 drops, 5-7 times daily) or gemwater (up to 1 litre taken in sips over thecourse of the day).

Sunstroke

Sunstroke is an irritation of the membranesurrounding the brain, arising from long,intense exposure to the rays of the sun onthe unprotected head or neck. Its symptomsare severe headache, a red and hot head(though not always), lethargy, dizziness,breaking into a sweat, nausea, vomitingand – in extreme cases – a state of confu-sion.

In cases of sunstroke, always call a doc-tor!

However, immediate first aid involvesmoving the affected person into the shadeand lying them down with their torsoraised. Clothing should be loosened oropened to cool the patient and moist towels

should be applying cool the forehead andneck.

In addition, and/or until a doctorarrives, and after the patient has beenattended to, crystals can be applied to bringrelief.

Aventurine helps relieve sunstrokequickly, when the affected person is able tolie down again.

Arrange 5-9 tumbled stones in an arcaround the head for some time or until aninitial improvement is noticed. After that,move the stones gradually further and fur-ther away from the head, so that the arcbecomes ever larger (see Fig. 19). Carry onwith this procedure until the headache hasdecreased significantly. This treatment canbe repeated every hour if needed.

Apart from that, Aventurine can be wornin the form of a bracelet, necklace orpendant; or take gem essence (5-7 drops,

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Fig. 19: Treatment of sunstroke

with Aventurine.


5-7 times daily), or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Prase helps with sunstroke. Place a sliceor a tumbled stone on the head or wear as abracelet, necklace or pendant, but withdirect body contact.

Place a crystal in the mouth – but onlyif the person is conscious and monitor con-stantly! For example, when still in the sun,place a crystal in the mouth like a sweet. Itmay sound incredible; but this has beeneffective in many cases. Nonetheless, it is nosubstitute for a hat or any other kind of sunprotection in the long run.

Also, try gem essence (5-7 drops, 5-7times daily), or gem water (200–300 mltaken in small sips over the course of theday).

Smoky Quartz can be held in the handor placed on the head (in the form of a crys-tal or tumbled stone) in cases of sunstroke.It is also possible to wear it as a bracelet,necklace or pendant.

Synovitis

Synovitis is a painful inflammatory statethat occurs within the membranes sur-rounding the sinew of a joint. It is especiallyprevalent in long sinews such as those inthe forearm and is often caused by chronicor acute overuse of a limb (e. g. overstretch-ing or wrenching of the appropriate sinew).

However, it may also be caused by an infec-tion, or as the consequence of rheumaticconditions.

See also: Joint PainIn order to identify the cause, it is, as

ever, important to look into any possibleemotional causes of sinew problems. Forexample, any sense of feeling unfulfilled –partially or totally – can be a reason forsuch inflammation, especially if therearises any sense of one’s deepest wishesbecoming drowned in the everyday grind oflife.

Recognising this situation and accept-ing that there is a sense of being unfulfilled,and then turning it into a feeling of fulfil-ment, has often caused what might seemlike “miracles cures” of this condition.

Overall, the symptoms are that thesmooth movement and function of thesinew is impeded and creaking sounds canbe heard. However, synovitis caused byinfection creates accumulations of bothfluid and pus, which are associated with themost severe and painful outbreaks of thecondition. Consequently, whatever the cir-cumstances, synovitis should always beexamined by a doctor or an alternativepractitioner so that complications and last-ing effects can be avoided.

The affected area should be cooled andkept motionless with a splint or plaster castduring treatment. In traditional medicine,the ‘dry’ variety is mostly treated with corti-sone and the infectious variety with anti -

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biotics or by surgery. However, alternativemedicine involves the application of can-tharides plaster (which drains the skinarea), enzyme supplements, comfrey oint-ment or homeopathic remedies or oint-ments.

In addition, posture and its affects uponthe spinal column need to be considered,along with any blockages of neighbouringjoints. The latter have been shown to play arole in the condition, particularly in cases ofchronic, therapy-resistant cases of synovitis.

Luckily, there are crystals with an anti-inflammatory effect that can help relievethe pain and speed up the healing process.

Agates of a natural pink colouring thuscontaining within their structure aninflammation signature (e.g. a pink bandor strand) are especially suited for the treat-ment of synovitis. Agates also assist in help-ing with a realisation of personal wishesand ideas and also protect personal freespace.

Amazonite is particularly helpful withso-termed “dry synovitis” caused by severestress and which is therapy-resistant. Itshould also be applied when associatedpains increase or decrease without anyapparent reason. Amazonite also supportsone’s deepest yet suppressed yearnings.

Amber is helpful with “dry synovitis” orthe consequences of rheumatic diseases. Itrelieves pain and should, if necessary, bereplaced several times with a fresh, coolerpiece, if the first one becomes too hot.

Amber enhances a positive mood, elimi-nates worries, gives confidence for thefuture and helps one to await quietly thecorrect time for the fulfilment and activityneeded to fulfil any heart felt wishes.

Chrysocolla helps with all types of syno -vitis. Its compound of copper (the metal ofVenus), and silicia relieve infections andinflammation and contributes to the regen-eration of affected tissue. It also stimulateslife improvement

Heliotrope is particularly helpful withinfectious synovitis that may be accompa-nied by a raised temperature. It stimulatesthe ability to feel free from any externalinfluences that are constantly distracting.

Lavender Jade is helpful with suddenlyrecurring synovitis, especially cases occur-ring as a consequence of acute stress orstrain – as with, for example an over-stretched sinew. The sprain itself can betreated immediately with Rhodonite, butLavender Jade animates inner images anddreams and helps inner protection and therealisation of truth and spontaneity.

Ocean Jasper is helpful with infectious,long-lasting synovitis. It strengthens theimmune system, relieves the inflammation,lowers high temperatures and supplementsthe normal draining of fluid accumula-tions. Being a crystal that encourages thesolution of conflicts, it also helps whenobligations and professional necessitiesappear to be in conflict with any originallife goals.

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Emerald is helpful with very stubbornchronic cases of synovitis – no matter whatthe cause – as well as with rheumatic dis-eases. It has a fast pain-relieving effect andimpedes inflammation. It also helps findnew directions if or when one’s inner desiresseem to have been lost.

Green Tourmaline is helpful with acuteand chronic synovitis, no matter what thecause. It also has a rapid, pain-relievingeffect. In addition, it has a positive effectupon regeneration of any affected tissue.Emotionally, when life seems to consist ofnothing but effort and struggles, GreenTourmaline reopens the miraculous andwonderful side of existence, making it eas-ier not only to do things but to allow themsimply to happen.

For all of the above, place a section/sliceor a tumbled stone on the inflamed area oras close as possible to it. If necessary, hold inplace with sticking plaster, or use a ban-dage; alternatively wear as a bracelet, neck-lace or pendant around the clock.

In addition, or as an alternative, takegem essence (3-9 drops, every hour), orgem water (100–300 ml taken in small sipsover the course of the day).

Teeth Grinding

Grinding one’s teeth during sleep is the con-sequence of some form of emotional ten-sion (stress, anxiety, worries, conflicts, grief,

etc.), which persists into one’s sleep anddreams. The subconscious concern andworry about the problems causes consider-able tension in the jaw muscles. The teethare clenched and ground against each other– almost as if one were having to chewthrough a problem. The consequences ofthe grinding are toothache caused byinflammation in the root area (because ofthe pressure being applied) and subsequentneuralgia (see Nerve Pains; Neuralgia).

Because of its underlying causes – worry,anxiety, problems, etc, teeth grinding issomething that needs attention and oughtnot to be merely accepted. The basic tensionhas to be identified and addressed properlyand therapeutic help is often necessary

Jet relieves the jaw muscles and helpsreduce any inflammation that has occurredas a consequence of grinding one’s teeth.

Kunzite and Sugilite help to reduce anyemotional tension. Kunzite makes it easierto accept things that cannot be changedwhilst Sugilite assists in maintaining a reg-ular relaxed mood, in spite of problems andresistance. Both can alleviate nerve painthat often accompanies teeth grinding.

Magnesite relaxes the jaw muscles anddecreases any tendency to grind teeth dur-ing the night. It also has an emotionallysoothing and relaxing effect, as well asencouraging patience and increasing one’scapacity to deal with emotional stress.

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you go to sleep and place it under thepillow.

When the grinding causes actual pain,wear the crystal as necklace or pendant; andtake gem essence (5-9 drops), or gem water(200 ml) before going to bed.

Teething Problems

“They arrive with pain and leave with pain”goes an old saying on the subject of teeth.While we do have at least a chance to dosomething about avoiding the second partof the saying, we are, to a large extent,unable to influence the teething process inthe infant and small child. Teething is oftenconnected with pain, a temporary accumu-lation of lymph fluid, general discomfortwith accompanying sleep disturbance,raised temperature (often with reddened,hot cheeks) and diarrhoea.

Amber is traditionally applied forteething troubles and can be worn as pen-dant (using a large chunk), or as an amberbaby necklace (approximately 30 cm long).Both should be lose fitting and care must betaken to avoid the pendant or necklacebeing too tight. Overall, Amber relieves painand discomfort and draws away the heatcaused by erupting teeth.

Blue Chalcedony can be used withAmber in the same type of necklace to aneven better effect, as the latter dissipatesaccumulated lymph fluid and brings about

faster relief through a feeling of coolness.Because Amber is petrified resin, it

“stores” information and overall atmos-phere very well. The mother should, there-fore, wear the necklace for a while, beforeplacing around the child’s neck. In this way,the mother’s ‘”imprint” is transferred to thechild, which increases the mineral’s positiveeffect.

Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow is a term used to describe anaching and inflamed irritation of theperiosteum of the upper arm bone at theelbow joint. The problem is often caused bystraining sinews, which are attached thereat the bone protrusion. The condition canbe caused by unaccustomed or excessiveplaying of tennis – hence the name – or byany other regular activity of the elbow joint.It can also occur as a result of upper spinalproblems in the areas on a level with thechest, neck or the shoulder joint. In the lat-ter case, the condition tends to affect bothsides of the body.

See also: Joint PainsIn order to identify its exact cause, all

cases of tennis elbow should be examinedprofessionally.

In respect of self-help, the first measuresto be taken are rest and quiet. In acutecases, the area should also be kept cool –although, whilst seeming contradictory,

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cases of really chronic pain, require heattreatment.

Traditional medicine usually treats anyserious case of tennis elbow with cortisone –or even surgery, where the sinews attach-ment to the bones, is “nicked”, or even cutaway.

However, things do not have to be quitethat bad! Alternative medicine recommendsthe application of cooling herb poultices ofherbs as treatment, using preparations ofcomfrey and rue. Homeopathic remediesand body therapies (such as cranio-sacraltherapy, etc.) are also valuable, along withacupuncture and other treatments from tra-ditional Chinese medicine

For complementary crystal therapy, thefollowing minerals are recommended.

Amazonite relieves the inflammationand pain of tennis elbow, having a slow butvery strong effect. It can, therefore, be com-bined with Green Tourmaline (see below)initially, or with other pain-relieving crys-tals, such as Pyrite (see Pain).

Amazonite is particularly suitable fortreating chronic conditions, where it pre-vents the degeneration of the affected mus-cle. Being feldspar that is rich in lead, itshould be applied particularly when tenniselbow is experienced at time of stress oremotional frustration

Chrysocolla also helps with a persistentcondition, especially where there may beaffected tissue, caused by stress or strain. Asa compound of copper and silicic acid, the

crystal relieves inflammation and pain, andsupports tissue renewal. Chrysocolla alsohelps especially when tennis elbow is con-nected with the repetitive and monotonousactivities associated with certain manualjobs or activities – an overall conditionsometimes now referred to as RSI (repetitivestrain injury) and much associated withcomputer keyboard working.

Green Tourmaline helps with acuteand chronic problems. It has a fast pain-relieving effect, inhibits inflammation andalso stimulates the regeneration of affectedareas.

Emotionally, Green Tourmaline helpsespecially when one’s life seems full of anx-iety, stress and strain we and everythingseems like a fight requiring great effort.When things seem this way, we tend toneglect the better things in life far toomuch. However, treating this state of mindwith the crystal also leads to free-flowingphysical movements, rather than those of astressed nature and which cause or exacer-bate conditions like tennis elbow.

For all the of above, place a slice/sectionor a flat, tumbled stone as close as possibleto the elbow, fixing it there with stickingplaster or a bandage. If necessary, wear as abracelet, necklace or pendant around theclock.

As an alternative, take gem essence (3-9drops, every hour), or gem water (100–300ml taken in small sips over the course of theday).

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Temperature Sensitivity

Sensitivity to changing or certain tempera-tures can signify a number of things. Theseinclude: a personal predisposition or per-ceived bodily aversion; an excessively emo-tional attitude to heat or cold; a degree ofindividual imperviousness to a range oftemperatures; or a number of physicalcauses. The latter range from tiredness,through circulation, nerve or glandular dis-turbances (thyroid gland, adrenal gland),inflammatory states, infections, fever andfluid imbalance, to a wide variety of dis-eases.

If an infection or disease is the reason, itis important to determine the real cause.Indeed, any sudden occurrence of unusualand lasting sensitivity to temperature shouldbe examined and treated professionally.

Because of this, I cover here only non-specific sensitivity to temperature, i. e. oneswhich seem to occur regularly, as a generaltendency or which prove worrying orannoying at specific times. Examples of thiscondition are sensitivity toward heat thatbecomes extremely irksome and a problemduring a hot summer; or sensitivity towardcold, which makes the winter unbearable;or difficulties experienced during the damp-cold transitional months of the year. Allthese problems have one thing in common:they demonstrate our difficulties in adapt-ing, or a reduced ability to deal with, partic-ular aspects of our surroundings.

The physiological components of thehuman body that are stressed in such situa-tions are what traditional Chinese medicinecalls the “triple warmer”. This “triplewarmer” is the ability of our organism toregulate its own energy. It controls the dis-tribution of the vital life force in all of ourorgans and joints. It does this by regulatingblood circulation in the different parts ofthe body. It also controls our overall, basicmetabolism, as well as the specific energymetabolism of and within cells. Further, itbalances any localised lack or surplus ofenergy and raises or lowers body tempera-ture, depending on the requirements of ouroverall organism.

In order to strengthen the “triple-warmer”, physical exercise is needed to pro-mote and support good circulation. Anintake of plenty of fluids is also a great helpin ensuring an efficient and beneficialenergy distribution, assisting perspirationand subsequent cooling. Add to this plentyof fresh air, as the body needs a good supplyof oxygen as fuel. The body is also strength-ened by the means of rapid temperaturechanges (e. g. alternating hot and coldbaths/showers, sleeping with an open win-dow, temperature differences in the house,staying out in the open in all kinds ofweather, etc.). Thus, only if we “educate ourtriple warmer” will it be able to react ade-quately in future.

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here. The more we “withdraw” from thetraditional and natural influences of theseasons – with indoor heating, air condi-tioning and so forth – so, gradually, we willcome to dislike them. This is an attitudethat, for example, most children are not yetable to perceive or appreciate (“Why do Ihave to put on a pullover, just becausemummy or daddy are cold?”). So, spendmuch time outdoors as you can on a regu-lar basis – in all kinds of weather. Thisinduces a feeling of confidence and createsan ability and propensity to defy heat andcold, – and any previous sensitivity to tem-perature is enormously reduced!

However, if a tendency toward sensitivityto either heat or cold remains, certain crys-tals – with their corresponding properties ofcooling and regulating heat sensitivity –can be applied to great effect.

The following crystals are best for theircooling properties:

Amethyst has a cooling effect. It lowersthe circulation rate and assists with efficientperspiration. It also helps in letting go ofany tendency to complain or moan aboutthe weather or ‘this unbearable heat or cold’.

Aventurine and Prase both reduce sen-sitivity toward heat and also help overcomeany psychological resistance towards heatand direct sunlight (see also: Sunburn;Sunstroke).

Aquamarine regulates the functions ofthe thyroid gland and thus reduces any heatand energy overproduction in the cells.

Beside that, Aventurine brings about gen-eral feelings of ease and a relaxed attitude,which make it easier to cope with heat.

Rock Crystal, applied during hotweather, enhances a feeling coolness andeases perspiration. Stroking the head andthe joints with the crystal produces aninstant and a distinct cooling effect. Toachieve this, take a so-called “generatorcrystal” and allow its large, pointed surfaceto touch the skin, while moving it from thetop, downwards – or from the centre, out-wards – over the face, head and the hands(see Fig. 20). If necessary, also stroke theback, body and legs.

Chalcedony has a cooling effect andimproves adaptability to sudden climatechanges or those occurring during the tran-sitional seasons of spring or autumn.

Sodalite and Blue Tourmaline have adistinctly cooling effect and help in copingwith the heat. At the same time, theyregulate the circulation and bodily fluid

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Fig. 20: Generator Crystal


balance and thus dissipate internal heatenergy – which is actually what is makingthe external heat unbearable.

In contrast, the following crystals have awarming and beneficial effect in connec-tion with sensitivity to cold.

Fire Opal stimulates the circulation,makes one warm and active, and is there-fore very helpful when one feels chilly andinternally cold. Beside that, it stimulatesthose delightful “hot thoughts”…!

Garnet Pyrope stabilises the blood cir-culation and generally decreases sensitivityto the cold. Like Ruby, it contributes to over-coming the psychological resistance to frostand cold.

Carnelian stimulates the metabolismand the blood circulation gently but effi-ciently. As a variety of Chalcedony, it alsohelps principally during the transitionaltimes of spring and autumn.

Obsidian is one of the best crystals touse in cases of severe sensitivity to cold. Itstimulates the energy production of one’scells and improves the blood circulation. Inthis way, it is very helpful with cold handsand feet. For best effect, place a flat tumbledstone or a cabochon in the shoes or gloves.

Rhodochrosite brings heat to the wholebody. Its effect is very rapid in cases of sensi-tivity to cold arising from tiredness and lackof sleep. It mobilises the body’s naturalenergy reserves and produces a fresheningeffect (though it is best to remember that weare talking of our own energy reserves, and

that they always have to be renewed withsleep and good food).

Amber decreases any sensitivity to coldand helps one to feel comfortably warm,even during the winter (if adequatelydressed, of course). It raises the spirits, withan associated warming effect on the body.

Ruby stimulates the circulation and thedistribution of energy throughout the wholebody. Like Garnet, it helps with mildhypothermia and in changing one’s atti-tude toward frost and cold. As one of themost robust of crystals, it communicates thesensation that one can overcome anything.In this context, that is in not shrinkingfrom the cold.

For all the above, wear as a bracelet,necklace or pendant, while awake. In addi-tion, or as an alternative, take as gemessence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily), or as gemwater (100–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Throat Pains

Throat pains can be caused by straining thevoice, irritation (e. g. cigarette smoke),infections (diseases in the airways, sorethroat), and thyroid gland problems. Theycan also be caused by emotional stress(literally, a result of holding somethingback and the resulting tenseness of some-thing unspoken and “stuck in ourthroats”). Dislocated cervical vertebrae,

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tensed neck muscles, jaw tension and dislo-cations, abnormal occlusion or the conse-quences of problems with teeth are othercauses not as easily recognised.

There is also a connection with theintestines and the lymphatic system, as themucous membranes in the airways oftentake over the job of detoxification that theintestines or the lymph cannot cope withwhen overloaded. This situation can alsoarise as the result of allergies, especiallyfood allergies. So, intestinal cleansing (seeDetoxification) and a conscientiously fol-lowed diet (preferably with no sugar orcows’ milk and low intake of animal pro-tein) are helpful with acute throat pains,especially recurrent ones.

In all cases, a professional medical diag-nosis should also be made. It is not onlycolds that have a key role in respect of infec-tious diseases. In fact, there are others witha greater potential for real danger, such asdiphtheria, mumps, flu or glandular fever.Possible complications – includingabscesses, laryngitis, catarrh and acutemiddle ear inflammation, bronchitis orpneumonia – should be prevented at theearliest possible stage.

One general and helpful remedy forthroat pains is to rinse the mouth and theteeth with organic, cold-pressed sunfloweroil for some 10-20 minutes every day. Whenyou have finished, spit out the oil and rinseout thoroughly with tepid water. Do NOTswallow the oil under any circumstances!

When throat pain occurs with feverish,general symptoms (tiredness and listless-ness), the body is signalling its urgent needfor rest. However, even when this is not thecase, one should always take care of oneself.If need be, stay in bed whenever sufferingfrom a painful throat; there is a real chancethat it may become even worse. Finally,relief and recovery can also be obtained bygargling with sage and thyme tea.

Crystals can relieve acute throat symp-toms, and also help at a causal level. This isespecially the case when the problems occurrepeatedly. Then, vertebrae and neck mus-cles can also be treated with various treat-ments such as cranio-sacral therapy, osteo -pathy, the Dorn-Breuss Method and others.

See also: Neck Pain; TonsillitisAmazonite helps with painful throats

and hoarseness caused by jaw tensions orstraining the voice or when we “have alump in our throat”, because of beingunable to express grief, suffering, feelings ofunhappiness and an inability to unload ourtroubles.

Apophyllite helps when throat pain isconnected with shyness, fears, inner pres-sure, anxiety and insecurity. In these cases,it can also help prevent infections fromdeveloping into bronchitis.

Aquamarine helps with throat pains,dry coughs, hoarseness connected withallergies, thyroid gland problems, excite-ment and stress. It also helps one to assertoneself verbally.

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Chalcedony relieves throat pain, coughsand swallowing difficulties that may becaused by irritation from smoke, alcohol,etc. It also alleviates infections and diseasesof the airways, overloading of the lymphaticsystem, allergies and straining the voice. Itcan also play a part when something thatreally should be said up front to anotherperson, is suppressed and “blocks” thethroat. According to Hildegard von Bingen,it is also the crystal of “speakers”, and sohelps with hoarseness, laryngitis and vocalcord problems.

Chrysocolla helps with throat pain,with difficulty in swallowing, and when thethroat feels dry, rough and tender. It booststhe healing of swollen tonsils and the cureand regeneration of mucous membranes.As a detoxifying crystal, Chrysocolla alsohelps relieve the lymphatic system andstrengthen the immune system – both ofwhich are vitally important in preventingany recurrent throat pain.

Dumortierite helps with the conse-quences of jaw tension, abnormal occlusionor problems of the alimentary tract. Further,it helps when grief, fear or dejectednessmake the throat contract. It helps one openup and to unload the mind.

Noble Opal helps with throat pain,coughs and problems in swallowing thatare caused by excessive irritation, colds,infections and an overworked lymphaticsystem. Emotionally, it assists with the con-sequences of worries, grief and a general

lack of joie-de-vivre.Fluorite helps with a severely irritated,

raw and contracted throat – one which feelsas if it is burning – and with stubborn,barking and irritating coughs, problemswith swallowing and pains caused by stress,irritation, allergies, strains on the lym-phatic system and respiratory illnesses. Anyfeelings of personal restriction, as well ascrises and desperate situations can all indi-cate a need to apply Fluorite in connectionwith throat pain.

Heliotrope helps with the early stages ofa cold, problems in swallowing, tonsillitisand with suppressed, depressive or aggres-sive personal feelings or problems.

Lapis lazuli helps with throat pain thatis caused by suppressed anger or whensomething unspoken is “stuck in ourthroat”. Lapis lazuli makes it easier to“swallow” any uncomfortable truths or toexpress them vigorously. Apart from that, italso helps when a severe strain on the voiceleads to hoarseness or even loss of voice.

Larimar helps with chronic throat pain,hoarseness and loss of voice.

Moss Agate helps with throat pain andstubborn coughs that are associated withmucus and severe inflammation of a sorethroat, swollen lymph nodes etc.

Ocean Jasper, the green coloured vari-ety containing pure Chalcedony in the formof transparent, colourless spots is especiallyeffective.

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throat pain appears to be ‘moving down-wards’, i. e. down into the bronchi (see alsoBronchitis).

Sardonyx helps particularly with a less-ening of throat pain, but where some mid-dle-ear inflammation and similar compli-cations remain.

Emerald helps with throat pain withinflammation in connection with headcolds and common colds. It should, in par-ticular, be applied when the throat painthreatens to rise into the sinuses.

Sodalite helps with problems in thethroat, the larynx or the vocal cords, likeLapis Lazuli, when something that has notbeen expressed has got stuck in the throat.It furthers consciousness about the fact thatone should always say what has to be said,so that there will be no further blockages. Italso has a fever lowering effect in cases ofinfection and helps in particular with a verydry throat and continuous hoarseness.

The practical application is the same forall of the above and one should preferablywear a necklace or a pendant on the throat.If rapid relief is required, take either gemessence (5-7 drops, 5 times daily) or gemwater (200–300 ml taken in small sips overthe course of the day).

Raw crystals (Aquamarine and Emer-ald) or tumbled stones can also be put intothe mouth (for safety reasons NOT whileyou are lying down!).

Apophyllite is held in place with a scarfaround the neck, as it is mostly only avail-

able in the form of a crystal or cluster.See also: Bronchitis; Colds; Coughs;

Hoarseness; Thyroid Problems; Loss ofVoice.

Thrushsee Fungal Infections

Thyroid Problems

The thyroid is a hormonal gland, whichregulates the entire human energy metabo-lism of protein, carbohydrate and fat, aswell as controlling respiration and bloodcirculation. It does this chiefly by the secre-tion of two hormones that contain the ele-ment iodine. In addition, the thyroid glandregulates body growth, bone generation andoverall development throughout childhood,as well as the sexual requirements and theemotional state of adults.

In turn, the thyroid function is regulatedby the pituitary gland, which ensures that asuitable amount of hormones are produced.Consequently, any disturbances of the thy-roid gland function will have an effect onthe whole individual because of the many-sided effect of its hormones.

Thus, an over-active thyroid – whichcan be caused by high iodine levels, benevo-lent cysts in the gland, its acute inflamma-tion, impaired regulation by the pituitarygland, or Graves’ disease (an autoimmune

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ailment) – leads to increased irritability,nervousness and inner unrest. This syn-drome is accompanied by extreme anddebilitating tiredness, as well as by fears,tremors, raised body temperature, heavyperspiration, visual disturbances, tachycar-dia, sleep disturbances, negative attitudestowards sex, loss of body weight (in spite ofa good appetite), diarrhoea and goitre(swellings in the thyroid region of the neckand a bulging of the eyes).

Conversely, an under-active thyroidgland –which can be caused by extremelack of iodine, disturbances in the pituitarygland, chronic inflammation, malignantcysts, or side-effects from medicines –shows up as general physical weakness, lowtemperature, puffy appearance of the face,goitre, excess weight and dry, brittle skin,hair and nails. A reduced heart rate, aslowed down metabolism and a lowering ofemotional/mental processes also occur.

Overall, then, the consequences of thy-roid over- or under-activity show clearly howimportant it is that a balanced hormonalproduction occurs in this gland as the cen-tral regulator of our energy output, it is, –so to speak – the body’s “accelerator pedal”.Therefore, all diseases of the thyroid glandshould always be investigated and treatedby a doctor or an alternative practitioner.

Unfortunately, medical science remainsimprecise as to some causes of regulatorydisturbances in the pituitary gland – and

hence the thyroid – but a couple of crystalscan be beneficial.

Aquamarine is helpful with both highand low thyroid activity. Apparently, it har-monises the regulatory function of the pitu-itary gland,

Place a tumbled stone or a slice on theforehead, or wear a necklace or a pendant.Just as effective is to take gem essence (4-6drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(100–200 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

Rock Crystal likewise harmonises thefunction of the thyroid gland. However, thiscrystal seems to have a more direct effect, asit is most efficient, when it is placed or fixedin form of a tumbled stone on the throat, orwhen it is worn in the form of a pendant ora necklace.

Amber is especially helpful with anunder-active thyroid gland. It furthers theabsorption of iodine through the intestineand the iodine digestion within the thyroid.For this reason, it has been applied sinceancient times in cases goitre caused byiodine deficiency. Amber necklaces forbabies have the advantage in that theyencourage and support growth and develop-ment and, at the same time, have a painrelieving effect when the baby is teething.

Wear as a necklace or a pendant. As analternative, take gem essence (5-9 drops, 3times daily) or gem water (200–300 mltaken in sips over the course of the day).

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Blue Chalcedony and Ocean Jasperhelp primarily with an over-active thyroidgland and have a relieving effect on Graves’disease. They normalise the body tempera-ture, perspiration, visual disturbances, theheart rate, tremors, and help eliminate ner-vousness and fear.

Wear as a necklace or pendant, for besteffect; or, alternatively, take gem essence (5-7 drops, 3 times daily) or gem water(200–300 ml taken in sips over the courseof the day).

Lapis lazuli has a harmonising effect onboth over and under-active thyroid glands.As with Aquamarine, a harmonization ofthe pituitary gland is also achieved.

Place a tumbled stone or a section/sliceon the forehead, or wear as a necklace forgreater effect, or as a pendant at the throat.Alternatively, take gem essence (3-7 drops, 3times daily) or gem water (100–200 mltaken in sips over the course of the day).

Tick Bites

The tick is a blood-sucking member of thearachnid family but is only about the size ofa pin head with a flat, firm body, short legsand a sucker equipped with barbs. There areabout 850 species of tick worldwide. Ofthese, eight species that occur in Europeanand North American latitudes have a verybad reputation as carriers of the viral infec-

tions Rocky Mountain Fever, Meningealencephalitis (sometimes called CentralEuropean Brain Disease or CEBD) andLyme Disease (also called Borrelia or Borel-losis) which is caused by a spiral bacteria.

Ticks can attack many different kinds ofhosts, including humans and their rela-tively long average life expectancy of 2 to 4years makes them ideal carriers of manykinds of disease causing germs.

They can survive for months and yearswithout food, lurking in the small branchesof undergrowth, in the shrubbery of a park-ing lot, or in bracken and tall grass, whilethey wait for a host. As they need to protectthemselves against dehydration, they neverlive more than about 80 cm (about 30inches) above ground, i. e. never in trees, aswas previously believed. Potential hosts arerecognised by their body odours and theirbody heat. When the ticks receive such sig-nals, they allow themselves to be brushedoff the vegetation and then cling to the skinand hair of the host and find a suitableplace to bite. This search for a suitable spotmay take from a couple of hours to severaldays. This increases the chances of findingthe tick in good time, before it fastens itselfto the skin. Only one out of 100 to 500 ticksin the affected areas are carriers of theCEBD – but one in three ticks carries Lyme’sDisease.

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to the host. So, providing the tick is removedin good time, using specific tick tweezers,an infection can nearly always be avoided.

Therefore, it is well worth always carry-ing out a meticulous “tick check”, after beenout in woodland, tall grass, bracken or in ameadow. Refrain from applying oil or glueto kill the tick, as ticks, which are exposed tosuch treatment, are known to excrete thecontents of their stomach, including diseasegerms, into the blood of the host! Because ofthis and as the tick is hard to remove, beingattached to the skin, a common method ofremoval “in the field” used to be to applythe still hot head of an extinguished matchto the tick, which will then release its holdwithout the damage caused by pulling itaway with tweezers, etc.

Then, once the tick has been removed,the spot where one has been bitten can betreated with the ointment of the wild plant,dog’s mercury (Mercurialis perennis), inorder to reduce the danger of infection.

Crystals can also help the process.Heliotrope is probably the number once

choice for applying to the bite locationPrase is effective where the tick bite has

become reddenedRhodonite is good for particularly

painful bitesEmerald is recommended for use on an

infected biteFor all the above, place a flat

section/slice or a tumbled stone directly onthe bite, holding it in position by sticking

plaster or bandage. The relevant essence(5-9 drops), or gem water (100–200 ml),can be also taken as a supplement.

If there is any suspicion whatsoever thatCEBD, Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Feveror any other infection has been contracted(e. g. any strong, flu-like symptoms), seekout a doctor immediately for a full and pro-fessional investigation.

See also Insect Bites and StingsUnfortunately, when it comes to using

crystals for the direct treatment of thesesserious diseases, there is still work to bedone before any recommendations can bemade.

Crystals listed elsewhere (see Flu) canrelieve some of the associated problems, butthey cannot cure or help in the real healingof these diseases. Further, the traditionaltreatment of Lyme Disease with antibioticsis often not very effective either. Successfulrecovery can just as easily be obtainedthrough individual combinations of nat-ural remedies – although this shouldalways be overseen by a reputable alterna-tive practitioner. Indeed, herbal medicinehas recently enjoyed some success usingteasel tincture in the treatment of Lyme Dis-ease – though the jury is still out on thisparticular remedy.

Overall, a careful check remains the bestprophylaxis at present! And, if we do notwant to give up enjoying walks in woodsand meadows, there are still a couple ofways in which we can make ourselves much

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less “interesting” to ticks.Because they react to human body

odour, it is important to think about this inrelation to one’s metabolism and diet. Forthis reason, ticks never bother some peopleat all, whilst others seemed forever plaguedby them. A diet with a reduced consumptionof meat, sausage, and dairy products willreduce the odour of our sweat. Thoroughcleansing of the skin and tissues (see Detox-ification) will further this even more.

The milder body odour may also bemore easily covered by perfumes and scents,which make the ticks stay away. Ticks donot like garlic, for example (this applies toall blood-sucking creatures).

The same goes for strong essential oils,such as tea tree, eucalyptus, cedar, mint,lemon balm and cloves. A correspondingscent mixture can thus provide effectiveprotection.

As a further supplement, crystals thatchange the metabolism have already beentried out on animals with great success.

Amethyst is an important crystal intreating tick bites as it cleanses the skin (seeSkin Care) and thereby alters the secretionof sweat and the body odour. As a supple-mentary aid, carry a raw or a tumbled stone– or wear it as a bracelet, necklace or pen-dant on the body.

Finally, apply Hildegard von Bingen’sAmethyst Water (see page 25), both exter-nally (washing) and internally (10 ml asrequired).

Heliotrope, with its properties of “ward-ing off unwanted influence” seems to havean effect on ticks as well. It stimulates theimmune defences, improves lymph flow,aids detoxification of the metabolism andso alters perspiration rates and associatedand body odour.

Carry a raw stone; or wear it as or abracelet, necklace or pendant. If necessary,also take gem essence (5-9 drops, whenrequired), or gem water (100–200 ml takenin small sips over the course of the day.)

Amber has the same effect, as it regu-lates the digestion and metabolic processesand is helpful with skin diseases that are aconsequence of these problems. Amber hasbeen shown to have good results with ani-mals, used in the same way as Heliotrope.

Serpentine, in particular the varietyknown as Zebra Serpentine is very helpfulfor tick bites on both humans and animals.Applied like Heliotrope, it has also regulatesthe digestion and metabolism.

Black Tourmaline also helps to preventtick bites in humans and animals andreduces their probability. It also changesbody odour by means of improved metabo-lism, etc. as well as relieving the inner ten-sions that might cause the body to attractinsects and ticks.

Preferably wear it as a bracelet, neck-lace, pendant or a crystal on the body. Also,take gem essence (3-7 drops, whenrequired), or gem water (100–200 ml).

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Tinnitussee Hearing Problems

Tiredness

Tiredness, a lack of energy or feelings ofweakness after a long working day or after anight without sleep require no other specifictreatment than adequate rest and sleep.Nevertheless, if one is still tired and drainedafter a normal night’s sleep, the situationmerits further investigation.

Physical problems, such as an unrecog-nised inflammatory state or infection, irondeficiency, disturbed circulation; nervouscomplaints and so forth can all be a sourceof or lead to tiredness and weakness. How-ever, these conditions can also be caused bysevere emotional upsets, a real or imaginedsense of conflict and serious worries. Fur-thermore, the state of one’s liver is anotherthing to consider in this context – for weak-ened liver function is often considered byalternative medical thought as “tiredness isthe pain of the liver” (see Liver Health).

Nevertheless, any sudden onset of tired-ness, weariness and overall lassitude occur-ring without any apparent reason, shouldbe regarded as being serious and, if neces-sary, medical or other professional advicesought.

In the long run, of course, only treat-ment on a truly causal level can help alle -

viate the above. Nevertheless, it may be nec-essary to do something restore energy andvitality as quickly as possible. Crystal ther-apy can help in many ways here, especiallyduring difficult times, when e there seemsto be too much work and too little sleep.However, one should never try to “replace”sleep and rest solely by crystal influence forany long period. No crystal can actuallysupply true physical or mental strength(even if elsewhere in this book this termi-nology or description is used as a kind ofshorthand or for convenience of descrip-tion) as crystals simply stimulate naturalenergy reserves – and, in the end, even thesecan be depleted.

Apatite harnesses our natural energyreserves in times of persistent physical andemotional weakness or apathy. It has astrengthening and enlivening effect, espe-cially when there are phases of extremeactivity and lack of energy that seem toalternate in rapid succession. Apart fromthat, Apatite also enhances a healthyappetite and thus contributes to “stockingup“ energy reserves.

Fire Opal has a stimulating andencouraging effect that can be experiencedeven within a couple of minutes. It makesone feel dynamic and active, especially in“getting started” more quickly in the morn-ing. Not surprisingly, Fire Opal awakens thelatent “fires of enthusiasm” and makes itpossible to achieve a great deal within a very

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short time. However, it should only beemployed for a short period, so that energyreserves are not depleted too rapidly.

Garnet Pyrope helps stimulate energyreserves in states of tiredness, etc. whilstsimultaneously encouraging the body’sinnate regeneration processes. Thus, it alsoensures long-lasting stamina and courageof purpose in trying times. More mun-danely, but just as important, it helps inwhat has to be done every day, even if thereseems no hope of an immediate or speedyimprovement of a disagreeable situation.

Rhodocrosite has a rapid, encouragingand stimulating effect, helping to overcom-ing tiredness and the like within a relativelyshort time. However, it should not be usedfor too long, as energy reserves are depletedrapidly with its application, resulting infeelings of an even greater lack of energy.

Tiger Iron provides new strength, whenone is tired and weak, through stimulation ofthe iron metabolism. It works slowly; how-ever, it builds up continuously and shouldonly be avoided, if the exhaustion is causedby inflammation. Apart from that, its nick-name, “tiger in the tank”, is fully justified.

For all of the above, wear as a necklace,or pendant, with body contact. Fire Opaland Rhodocrosite should only be worn forshort periods; the others can be worn forlonger.

Alternatively, take gem essence (5 drops,3 times daily) or gem water (200–300 ml

taken in small sips during the course of theday).

Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is much more than a sore throat.It is a disease characterised by inflamma-tion, feverishness and problems in swallow-ing. Bed rest is necessary to cure the condi-tion and prevent any complications. Inaddition, I recommend avoiding the drink-ing of cow’s milk, as it has an adverse effecton the production of mucus in the throattissues (see Detoxification) and slows theprocess of recovery.

Proven home remedies include theapplication of hot, moist compresses for thethroat, gargling with sage and thyme tea, orwith essential sandalwood oil (mix 2-3drops with a teaspoon of honey in a glassand add hot water; drink once every hour).

As tonsillitis and any severe sore throatare acute illnesses, there may well be emo-tional causes. In order to get a handle onthe problem, it is worth posing questions,such as: “What is stuck in my throat?” or“What makes my throat seems to contract?”

It is important to clarify these causes inorder to avoid recurring bouts of infection.The following crystals are also useful forthis purpose.

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feel or see heavily swollen lymph nodes,but there is, at most, only a small amountof coating to be seen on the tonsils. Chal-cedony is also a good choice if you havecommunication problems during thecourse of the illness.

Chrysocolla helps with a throat thatfeels dry and rough. It stimulates theshrinking of swollen tonsils and the healingand regeneration of the mucous mem-branes. As a detoxifying crystal, it furtherhelps cure the causes of the disease (e. g. anoverworked lymph system or weakenedimmune system). This is particularlyimportant in recurrent cases.

Heliotrope helps particularly with sup-purating and heavily coated tonsils. It isalso beneficial with the effects of suppressedanger or conflicts. It has its most obviouseffect when applied immediately as soon asthroat pain begins.

Moss Agate and Ocean Jasper helpwith a “full-blown” sore throat and tonsilli-tis, where there is severe inflammation,pain and swollen lymph nodes, etc. Green-coloured crystals that also include purechalcedony in a transparent and colourlessform are particularly effective.

Emerald helps generally in cases of anytype of throat infection. However, it shoulddefinitely be applied when your upper respi-ratory passages are affected, in cases ofsinusitis, or if you feel you have lost yourway in life at the time when you are suffer-ing from a sore throat.

For all of the above, wear as a shortnecklace or pendant around your neck. Atthe same time, take gem essence (5-7 drops,3 times daily), or gem water (200–300 mltaken in sips during the course of the day).

Small crystals (Emerald) or tumbledstones can also be put directly into themouth. However, for safety reasons, NOTwhilst lying down.

Toothache

Toothache is the pain we feel when a soften-ing of the tooth, caused by caries (see ToothDisease) or decay, reaches further into thetooth and is close to the nerve, or when thetooth is affected by an inflammation in thearea of the nerve.

The worst type of toothache occurs whenthe nerve itself is dying. In such cases, smallpockets of gas form and then press on theremains of the still-sensitive nerve. Theresulting pain can truly be excruciating –although personal pain thresholds can varygreatly. Nevertheless, the purpose oftoothache is probably to prompt the suffererto see a dentist as soon as possible.

In order to alleviate the pain on the wayto the dentist or whilst awaiting treatment,there are some home remedies that can beused as painkillers. These include cloves(which have an anaesthetising effect whenthey are placed in the mouth) or tea treeoil.

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Crystal therapy too is applicable, andwhilst it is useful before dental work is car-ried out, it is more effective afterwards,when any lingering pain may have to berelieved quickly.

Kunzite and Sugilite are first and fore-most when it comes to controlling pain.Kunzite has a more rapid effect, (takingonly a couple of minutes to act; but theeffect fades just as quickly). Sugilite has aslower effect and can take up to an hourbefore it is effective. However, the pain relieflasts much longer than is the case withKunzite.

Place a tumbled stone of either of theabove in the mouth, or place it outside, onthe cheek, over the aching spot. If the painis really severe, it is also possible to takegem essence (5-9 drops), or gem water,when required.

Lavender Jade is, however, best usedinstead if the area around the nerve of thetooth is inflamed. It has both pain killingand inflammation reducing properties andis especially effective when combined withtea tree oil.

Rub the gums or the cheek with tea treeoil and place a section/slice, or a tumbledstone, on the aching spot. In addition, onecan also rinse the mouth with gem essence(10 drops into 100 ml of water) or gem water.

Tooth Disease

The most common disease to affect theteeth is dental caries, in which the teethbecome soft and brown and eventuallydecay. Whilst the exact process is not yetfully understood by medical science, what iscertain is that there is a connection withbacteria and carbohydrates (particularlysugar) in the mouth.

Consequently, it remains essential and ofvital importance to brush one’s teeth regu-larly – and to see the dentist immediately iftooth cavities appear.

However, even people who brush theirteeth regularly can sometimes contractcaries; while other people, in spite of inade-quate tooth care, still manage to havesound and healthy teeth. It seems unfair,but there may also be some internal factorat play here. Emotionally and psychologi-cally, our teeth are affected directly – as inour tendency to clench our teeth in order toendure and overcome problems, whenmaking difficult decisions and to maintaincontrol in trying situations. So, it can bethat the condition of one’s teeth is often theresult of other people’s actions, againstwhich it hard to defend oneself. Thus, ther-apeutic help with any conflict of this kindcan indeed have an indirect influence onthe teeth.

Apatite supports the solidity and healthof our teeth. As fluorine that contains cal-cium phosphate, its chemical composition

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is not unlike that of teeth, and so it seems tohave a favourable influence on them. Apartfrom that, Apatite furthers self-motivationand drive, enabling one to regain control oflife and live by one’s own choices.

Apatite is best to worn in the form of anecklace or pendant around the neck.

Travel Sickness

Travel sickness is a temporary disturbancecaused by swaying or turning movements,exposure to centrifugal force (drivingaround bends), the feeling of not havingsolid ground under one’s feet (sea traveland ferry journeys especially – as seasick-ness), or in connection with monotonousshaking (bus or train). It is caused by anirritation of the balance organ within theear and of the autonomous centres of thebrain stem. Emotionally, of course, it canalso arise via any tension associated withtravel nerves, fear of flying, etc.

Typical symptoms are fits of dizziness,sweating, skin pallor, nausea and vomiting.As a precaution, one can take soothingremedies, such as ginger tablets, which alsoreduce feelings of nausea. Two hours beforethe trip, take one tablet every hour. An alter-native is a homeopathic remedy calledcoculus, which is made from the seed of asoutheast Asian poppy. It can be taken in theform of 7 drops or as 5 small pills of coculusand sucrose/lactose (Coculus C30). The

Bach flower remedy scleranthus is alsohelpful.

Dumortierite (“the take-it-easy-crys-tal”), a mineral rich in boron, providesexcellent relief from feelings of nausea andfrom vomiting. It also encourages the nec-essary emotionally calmness and relaxationduring journeys.

Wear as a necklace or pendant the daybefore the journey (necklaces give the bestresults). Also, take gem essence as a supple-ment (5-7 drops) at the beginning of thejourney.

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are caused by expansions ofveins located immediately beneath theupper skin layers most typically occurringin the legs; they are a consequence of anaccumulation of blood that should bereturning via normal circulation to theheart.

This accumulation is caused by a weak-ening of the surrounding connective tissueor by the venous valves, which normallyreflux of the blood. Hormonal changes dur-ing pregnancy may also encourage thiscondition and the occurrence of varicoseveins. Otherwise, their development isencouraged by conditions such as beingoverweight, lacking in physical exercise andfrom too much standing or sitting over longperiods.

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There are emotionally linked causes,too, such as frustration, general stress orgeneral feelings of lack of energy.

Physical exercise, like taking walks orriding a bicycle, and weight reduction isgenerally recommended as major methodof prevention. The consumption of, orbathing in, horse chestnut extract is alsoclaimed to further the regeneration of theveins and to prevent further formation of avaricose condition.

However, any physical or surgical treat-ment ought to be accompanied by holisticcleansing (see Detoxification), whichstrengthens any weak connective tissuesand stabilises the walls of the veins.

On an emotional level, of course, it isalso important to determine just what iscausing any frustration and stress

Agates with a relevant configurationand composition will support the cleansingand stabilising process. Those with circular,concentric rings – the so-called Eye-Agates, which look like the cross section ofblood vessels – and Mexican Lace Agateswith red tracery, which look like varicoseveins, are particularly suitable. Inflamma-tions of the veins, which often occur as acomplication of varicose veins, can beavoided and cured with Pink Agates.

Emotionally, Agates also support protec-tion, safety, stability and perseverance.

Place or fix a crystal directly on the af -fected spot and/or take water, in which crys-tals have been placed for two previous days.

Vision Problemssee Ametropia

Voice Problemssee Hoarseness; Loss of Voice

Vomiting

Vomiting, the convulsive emptying of thestomach contents is not an illness in itself,but a symptom with a variety of causes. Inmost cases, the stomach tries through vom-iting to get rid of consumed substances thatare either harmful, or when the stomachcannot process them because of other ill-nesses or disturbance. Vomiting can be alsocaused by, among other things, the follow-ing; congestion and irritation of the stom-ach (e. g. because of alcohol), generalfeverish illnesses (particularly in children),stomach/intestinal illnesses, gall bladdercolic, metabolic diseases, various types ofinflammation, poisoning or migraine. Inaddition, unpleasant experiences, smells,disgust, shocking images or sights, etc. mayalso result in vomiting. Mental impressionswhich cannot be absorbed and digested canalso cause vomiting.

As long as vomiting provides relief andhelps to eliminate anything that cannot bedigested, it should by not be suppressed.However, nausea that continues when novomiting has been experienced for a long

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time, and nothing more can be brought up,can be relieved with healing crystals orother remedies. The cause of the vomitingshould, however, always be clarified with adoctor or an alternative practitioner espe-cially if there is no obvious cause, such asexcessive alcohol consumption or indi-gestible fast food.

Rock Crystal relieves vomiting that isaccompanied by strong nausea and unpro-ductive retching. Either hold a natural crys-tal in the hand, or hold it on the stomachpointing upwards.

Dumortierite relieves nausea and vom-iting and is particularly helpful when thereis nothing left to vomit up, yet there is noend to the vomiting reflex.

It is best to hold a tumbled stone or aflat section on the stomach, or to wear anecklace or a pendant on the body. Takinggem essence (8-12 drops in 50–100 mlwater) or gem water (50–100 ml) is alsohelpful.

Malachite stimulates the act of vomit-ing and can cause nausea. This can actu-ally be useful and particularly helpful whenit is really necessary to “get rid of” con-sumed liquids or food that is causing thesickness.

Place a tumbled Malachite stone in themouth for a short while, hold it on thestomach, or take gem essence (10 drops in100 ml water) or gem water (50–100 mltaken in sips during the course of the day).

Warts

Warts are benevolent, virus-based growthsthat show up in the form of unusual occur-rences of hard skin. They can be conta-gious, if a tendency toward formation ofwarts is present. Flat warts are soft, round,mall knots, which often occur in ratherlarge numbers, but only cause little discom-fort. As with verrucas and corns, they growwithin skin r calluses, like an embeddedthorn, deep into the tissue and can be verypainful if they are exposed to pressure.

Popular and home-based folk remediesfor their treatment include moistening thewart with one’s own urine (for severalweeks!); the use of oil of red thyme and teatree; fixing a clove of garlic with stickingplaster directly on the wart; rubbing thewart with the juice of half an onion at thetime of the waxing moon in Cancer, Scorpioor Pisces. (If you wish to follow this ideathrough, the onion must, afterwards, beburied deeply in the earth so that it cannever germinate, but will merely rot away.Gradually, as the onion rots away, the wartswill fall off.)

Amethyst, Heliotrope, Peridot andAmber have turned out to be the most suit-able minerals for removing warts, withPeridot demonstrating the best results.Amethyst is most effective as Hildegard vonBingen’s Amethyst Water.

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(Heliotrope) or a raw stone (Peridot) respect -ively, or a polished stone (Amber); or in theform of gem essence (for moistening).

Amethyst can also be applied externallyin the form of gem essence. An ointment ofPeridot essence and tea tree oil (10 drops ofeach in 10g of ointment base, which con-sists of 1 part bee’s wax and 4-5 parts jojobaoil) has also proved to be very effective.

Weaknesssee Tiredness

Weather Sensitivity

Sensitivity to changes in the weather is aheightened response to climatic changesthat can provoke distinct symptoms associ-ated with poor circulation, rheumatism,previous brain injuries, scars or emotionalupheaval. Changes in the barometric pres-sure, humidity and temperature; especiallyassociated with certain types of wind, e. g.the Fohn, Mistral, etc. in Europe, BlueNorthern and the Hawk in the USA; are allfactors that come into play here. In addi-tion, atmospheric electrical charges (beforea thunderstorm, or when two weather frontsmeet), can also produce similar effects –such as disturbed concentration, moodfluctuation, anxiety, discomfort, tiredness,sleep disturbances, headaches and pain inscars or old wounds.

It seems that our bodies have difficultyin adjusting their natural regulation mech-anisms when faced with these types ofatmospheric change.

See also: Sunburn; SunstrokeAgate is helpful, as it stabilises the blood

circulation and strengthens the naturalability to cope with emotional strain. Thusit helps counteract disturbances in concen-tration, discomfort, disrupted sleep,headaches and general anxiety.

Blue Lace Agate and Ocean Jasper areprobably even better to apply for sensitivityto changes in the weather. Because thesecrystals stimulate the flow of body fluidsand sooth the nerves, they help to cope witha whole range of external influences thatare caused by the weather. In particular,they can relieve pains of any kind, tiredness,and general discomfort.

Petrified Wood has a stabilising effect,physically as well as emotionally, which issimilar to that of Agate, and has a soothingeffect on the nerves. It helps with concentra-tion and alleviates moodiness, general dis-comfort; sleep disturbances and feelings ofanxiety.

Wear as a bracelet, necklace or pendantwith direct body contact.

In severe cases, take as gem essence (5-9drops when required), or gem water(200–300 ml taken in small sips over thecourse of the day).

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Weight Problems

A tendency towards excess weight is wide-spread nowadays in our modern, industri-alised and urban society. In rare cases, it iscaused by glandular disturbances (forexample, in the thyroid gland) or brain dis-ease (inflammation). However, the mostcommon cause, obvious as it may seem, is,quite simply over-eating – and this is theaspect addressed here.

The main foods which pile on the extrapounds are those rich in calories – forexample, sweets of all types – and so whenwe talk about nutrition, the main focusshould not only be on the main meals, butalso on those “snacks” in between, whichare often marketed (both cynically anderroneously) as “breaks to boost yourenergy”.

Quite simply, eating less remains thevery best way to get rid of that extra weight.So, all those television commercials andadvertisements that are trying to sell certainso-called “foods” (with the emphasis verymuch on “sell”), which supposedly makelayers of fat melt away without having togive up that daily cream bun, are a totalwaste of time and money. Such allegedremedies often have little or no effect andcan even be downright harmful to yourhealth. Therefore, we are left with diet as thekey to it all.

It is often difficult to change one’s diet –not because one may feel hungry under a

new one, but because of ingrained eatinghabits. Apart from simple eating, consump-tion of food has many other associationsand aspects, ranging from an enjoyablesocial activity, all the way to being a substi-tute for love. Consequently, in making a dietchange, keep in mind all of these extra con-notations. It is easier to replace a dailychocolate snack with an apple than withnothing at all. Be creative: change un -healthy eating habits for healthy ones – butmake the change step by step. Gradualchange is much better (and more effective)than plunging straight into a crash diet fora few weeks. What is the point of adoptingthe very latest fashionable or fad diet (andone comes along almost monthly, with allthe attendant hype) if any benefit, howevertediously won, then results in a relapse anda couple of days of “sinning” indulgence,spoiling all the effort.

There is another factor to consider; aswell as healthy and unhealthy nutrition,there is the concept of a healthy andunhealthy time to eat. For example, a richmeal is much harder to digest in theevening than in the morning or at noon.Not only is sleep negatively affected by a fullstomach, but food can become, quite liter-ally, lodged in the wrong place. There isquite a lot of sense in the old adage: “Break-fast like a king; lunch like a lord; dine like apauper!” Even the modern nutritionalresearch costing millions has proved unableto add anything significant to these words of

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wisdom. Yet, dinner in the evening remainsa feature of life for many, especially as asocial event.

So, if we eat healthy, whole food with ahigh nutritional value and do so at the righttime, and if we replace small indulgencesbetween meals with healthy little snacks,there ought to be little left to prevent low-key weight reduction. It is the very nature ofour genes, which dictates that we will notall end up with the shape of a Barbie doll ora truly handsome hunk. Those kinds ofgenes have quite simply not been “allo-cated” to 97% of the population. Teddybears are much more inviting and cuddlythan some anorexic fashion model!

Despite strict adherence to the above,there are three other important factors thatmay, still, create a tendency towards onebeing overweight.

First, there are the toxins embedded inbody fat, which the human organism sim-ply does want to be burdened with. This iswhere systematic detoxification, through aspecial diet and elimination process, super-vised by a doctor or an alternative practi-tioner, is required (see Detoxification).

Second, the fat layer might even be act-ing as an emotional shield, even if onlysubconsciously. In losing weight, onebecomes more “thin-skinned’, i. e. moresensitive, easier to attack and more vulnera-ble. There is a direct connection between thephysical and mental meanings of theexpression, in fact. In this case, try to deter-

mine if there are reasons behind a feeling ofneeding protection. If one feels safe, secureand stable emotionally, it may well be thatthe parallel, physical “buffer zone” willoften become superfluous (see also PsychicProtection).

Third, any emotional, psychological ormental state of not feeling “grounded” mayresult in translation to the physical condi-tion and lead to a weight gain. Simply put,an increase in physical weight provides the“mass” required to stand firmly on theground. It is something worth considering,with a view to bringing thoughts and feel-ings down to a realistic level. One has todevelop a sense of reality and drive in orderto feel grounded again. In many cases, ifthat happens, the inner and outer need forextra weight will also disappear.

As always, crystals can be helpful in thisprocess in many ways as they can help inchanging ingrained negative habits.

Fluorite, among others, is very effective.Simply replace that scrumptious creamgateau in the fridge with Fluorite..... But,joking aside, it really can help change one’seating habits.

Other crystals may stimulate the metab-olism, so that the tendency to put on “sparetyres” is reduced.

Magnetite is a good choice as it helpswith self-acceptance and also an acceptanceof change in general – important in takingon a new eating regime, etc. and attaininggoals. It also has a relieving and harmon -

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ising effect, reducing the feeling of a needfor protection, and thus helps dissipate whatcaused the overweight problem in the firstplace.

Ultimately, though, anything and every-thing to do with nutrition always havesomething to do with self-awareness. Comethe evening, it is very important to try andrecall exactly what has been eaten duringthe day.

Sodalite may help in remembering andcreating the essential awareness in such acontext. It is, after all, a crystal that aids increating the space and time in which to livelife according to one’s own wishes. Further-more, it also reduces the need for any otherform of “expansion’ – physical or other-wise.

With Fluorite, Magnesite and Sodalite,wear as a bracelet, necklace or pendant foras long as seems necessary to see theireffect.

Petrified Wood is another interestingmineral that should be considered in thiscontext. As a form of Chalcedony, it mayhelp with problems of being overweight,especially when there may be some psycho-logical basis, where aspirations and ideasare raised well beyond and above the realityof life. Fossil wood induces a feeling of secu-rity and of giving a solid basis, standingfirmly, with both feet on the ground – phys-ically and emotionally.

Try placing a slice or section of the fos-silised material on a chair and then sit on

it. Alternatively. Wear a piece as a bracelet,necklace or pendant – or place unpolishedpieces around the bed.

Wounds

The healing of wounds can be speeded upand improved considerably by crystal ther-apy. This applies equally to simple cuts,cracks, abrasions and other injuries, all theway to major surgical wounds after an oper-ation. The generation of unsightly scar tis-sues can either be avoided totally, or at leastpartly, depending on the specific case? Ofcourse, crystal treatment of large injuries,presupposes that first aid has been adminis-tered and the necessary measures (e. g.stitches for major wounds) have been per-formed professionally by a surgeon ordoctor.

The most important factor in connec-tion with wounds and injuries (after thenecessary first aid, of course) is ensuringthat one is fully aware of the incident oraccident. If necessary, repeat the sequenceof events– exactly as it took place, on thesame spot and as quickly as possible afterthe incident (without hurting oneselfagain!). Sometimes, it is necessary to repeatthe whole thing several times, until the painsuddenly increases –and then decreasesdramatically. This is the point at which tostop. Such consciousness-raising focusesour attention and associated life energy

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directly upon the affected spot – so, in turnfurthering the healing process.

If the above procedure is impractical, trycrystal therapy.

Obsidian in the form of a tumbledstone, is held in the hands, or placed it closeto the wound, so that the remaining state ofshock within the body cells can be dissi-pated.

Rhodonite and Mookaite can then beapplied by placing a tumbled stone, or asection/slice directly on the affected spot.Alternatively, wear them as a bracelet,necklace or pendant; or take as gem essence(5-9 drops), or gem water (up to 1 litre aday).

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Part 3

Home Remedy Kits


Making Home Remedy Kits

It is important to have to hand all of theremedies when they are needed. This appliesespecially to the kind of “medicine chest” ofhealing crystals that you can create foryourself, as the commercial availability ofspecific minerals and gemstones can subjectto considerable fluctuation. It can take days,weeks and sometimes even months, before aspecific healing crystal can been supplied –and that’s far too long to wait when there isan acute ailment to deal with!

Therefore, maintaining a sensibly thoughtout home remedy kit is well worth the while.They can prove to be very valuable assets.

However, two things should be kept inmind, when putting together the assortmentof healing crystals. Firstly, all of the crystalsin the remedy kit should be able to supple-ment each other, and in such a way that awide range of properties and applications ispossible. Of course, whist any such assort-ment should be created to suit personalneeds, it is worth looking at having threeseparate kits as follows:• The travel kit (24 healing crystals)• The small home kit (48 healing crys-

tals)• The large home kit (90 healing crystals)

The second point to remember is that inaddition to the assortment of individualtypes of crystals, one should ensure thatthose selected as the primarily choice oughtto be those that can be employed in as manydifferent ways as possible.

Ideally, they are best used in the form ofactual crystals, or as raw or tumbled stoneswith holes, which can be held in the hand,placed on the body or be worn as pendants.This is especially important for the “travelkit”, with its limitations of space andweight.

With some specific minerals, however,there are no real options. For example, cer-tain Amethyst-based treatments can only becarried out with the crystals in the form of adruse. This form of Amethyst can be used forcleansing other crystals, so a piece ofAmethyst druse is an essential part of allhome remedy kits.

The various physical forms that crystalscan take are depicted later in this section(see pages 284-288).

There is also a complete “A to Z” of allthe crystals mentioned in the book, alongwith colour photographs showing whichforms that are most commonly available.

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The Travel Kit

The travelling medicine chest contains 24crystals that can be applied for the mostimportant illnesses and ailments, etc. Theseinclude colds, fevers, headache, circulationproblems, menstruation problems, injuries,wound healing, toothache, etc. The selectedand listed crystals can, in addition, also beapplied for typical travel complaints, suchas, for example, travel sickness, nausea,vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, insectbites, sun burn, tension, etc.

In order to acquire a collection which takesup as little space as possible, it is recom-mended that you choose crystals that canmost easily be placed on the body, fixedthere with sticking plaster, be worn on astring, or be used for gem water production.In this way, every single crystal covers a widerange of practical applications.

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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsAmethyst Druse, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAmazonite Bracelet or (drilled) tumbled stoneApatite Crystal or (drilled) tumbled stoneAventurine (Drilled) tumbled stoneAmber Necklace or (drilled) tumbled stoneChalcedony with bands (Blue Lace Agate) (Drilled) tumbled stoneChrysoprase (Drilled) tumbled stoneDumortierite (Drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceEmerald (Drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceGarnet Pyrope (Drilled) tumbled stoneHeliotrope (Drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceKunzite Crystal or (drilled) tumbled stoneLavender Jade (Drilled) tumbled stoneMagnesite (Drilled) tumbled stone


To check what each of these looks like, seepages 289-317 under “Healing Crystals Ato Z”.

In cases of special needs the travel kitcontents can be supplemented with the fol-lowing:

Agate in the form of a section/slice, inconnection with digestive problems;Apophyllite in the form of a crystal or acrystal cluster against asthma attacks;Aquamarine in the form of a drilled crystal

or drilled tumbled stone; and as gemessence for treating allergies, especially hayfever; Blue or Pink Chalcedony withoutbands, in the form of a drilled tumbledstone, in order to support milk generationduring breastfeeding, which can be parti -cularly important on a journey; Hematite/Tiger Iron in the form of a drilled tumbledstone in cases of iron deficiency; Moon-stone especially on honeymoon.

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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsMalachite (Drilled) tumbled stoneObsidian (Apache’s Tear) Raw stone or (drilled) tumbled stoneOcean Jasper (Ocean Agate) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePrase (Drilled) tumbled stoneRhodochrosite Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stoneRhodonite (Drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSardonyx (Drilled) tumbled stoneTurquoise Raw stone or (drilled) tumbled stoneTourmaline, Blue Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Black Four small crystals, (drilled) tumbled stone


The Small Home Kit

The small medicine chest contains 48 crys-tals, for treating the most frequently occur-ring illnesses and conditions. It containsamong, other things, crystals for the treat-ment of acne, allergies, asthma, circulationproblems, inflammation, fevers, joint prob-lems, heart problems, coughs, headache,menstrual problems, migraine, nerve prob-lems, rheumatism, back pain, sleep disrup-

tion, stress, obesity, tension, warts, etc. Itincludes everything that is in the travel kit,of course.

The forms recommended in the followingtable are only suggestions and other alter-ative forms of the crystal or mineral can beseen below in “Healing Crystals A to Z”(pages 289-317).

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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsAgate (best with eye signature) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAmazonite Bracelet or (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAmethyst Druse, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence, necklaceApatite Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceApophyllite Crystal, crystal cluster Aquamarine Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAragonite with bands Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stoneAventurine Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceRock Crystal Generator crystal, (drilled) tumbled stoneAmber Raw unpolished stone, necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence Calcite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceCarnelian Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceChalcedony with bands (Blue Lace Agate) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceChrysocolla Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceChrysoprase Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceDumortierite Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence


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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsEmerald Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceEpidote Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceFluorite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, cut formsGarnet Pyrope Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklaceJet Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceHematite Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceHeliotrope Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceKunzite Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stoneLapis lazuli Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceLavender Jade (Drilled) tumbled stoneMagnesite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceMalachite Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklaceMoon Stone Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stoneMookaite Raw unpolished stone, Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceMoss Agate Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceNoble Opal Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem stone, gem essenceObsidian (Apache’s Tear) Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stoneObsidian (Snowflake) Cabochon, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceOcean Jasper (Ocean Agate) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePeridot Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePrase Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePyrite Sun Raw unpolished stoneRhodochrosite Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceRhodonite Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceSardonyx Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSmoky Quartz Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklaceSugilite Gem stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTopaz Imperial Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTurquoise Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Blue Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Black Four small crystals, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceZoisite Necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence


The Large Home Kit

The large medicine chest contains all the 90crystals, which are mentioned in the book.With these it is possible to treat all the 160illnesses, complaints and mental problemsdescribed in the book. This assortment con-tains the central range of crystals appliedfor treatment in crystal healing. Only in

special cases do they need to be comple-mented with further crystals.

The forms of individual crystals men-tioned below are chosen as a function ofhow often they are applied. For other formsof some of the crystals listed below, see pages289-317 under “Healing Crystals A to Z”.

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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsAgate Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAgate (eye signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (bladder signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (intestine signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (inflammation signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (uterus signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (vessel signature, Lace-Agate) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (skin signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (stomach signature) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAgate (water agate) Raw unpolished stone, tumbled stone, partly polished geodeAmazonite Bracelet, necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceAmethyst Druse, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceAntimonite Crystal, crystal cluster (to be put into water)Apatite Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceApophyllite Crystal, crystal clusterAquamarine Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceAragonite with bands Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneAventurine Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence


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Healing Crystal Recommended FormsAmber Raw unpolished stone, necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence Biotite-Lens Raw unpolished stone, drilled, if possibleBronzite Pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceCalcite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, pendant, gem essenceCarnelian Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, pendant, gem essenceChalcedony with bands (Blue Lace Agate) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceBlue chalcedony (unbanded) Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stonePink Chalcedony Raw unpolished stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceChrysoberyl Crystal, pendant, gem stone (cabochon etc.), gem essenceChrysocolla Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceChrysoprase Section/slice, pendant, necklace, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceCitrine Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceDiamond Raw unpolished stone, gem stone, gem essenceDiaspor Raw unpolished stone, crystalDioptase Crystal, small crystal cluster, gem essence, eye dropsDumortierite Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceEmerald Crystal, gem stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceEpidote Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceFire Opal Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceFluorite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, ground FormsGarnet Pyrope Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, pendant, necklace, gem essenceJet Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceHematite Raw unpolished stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceHeliotrope Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, ear-olive, gem essenceKunzite Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceLandscape Jasper Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceLapis lazuli Raw unpolished stone, Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone,

necklace, gem essenceLarimar Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceLavender Jade Pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceMagnesite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, Necklace, gem essenceMalachite Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceMoon Stone Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem stone, gem essenceMookaite Raw unpolished stone, section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence Moss Agate Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceNoble Opal Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem stone, gem essenceNephrite Pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceObsidian (Apache’s Tear) Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone


Healing Crystal Recommended FormsObsidian (Rainbow) Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, polished stoneObsidian (Snowflake) Cabochon, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceObsidian (black) Mirror (polished section/slice), pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceOcean Jasper (Ocean Agate) Section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, gem essencePeridot Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePetrified wood Raw unpolished stone, Section/slice, pendant,

(drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence Pink Moss Agate Pendant, (drilled) tumbled stonePrase Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essencePyrite Sun Raw unpolished stoneRhodochrosite Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceRhodonite Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceRock Crystal Generator crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceRock Crystal (Herkimer Diamonds) Three small double-ended crystalsRose Quartz Raw unpolished stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceRuby Crystal, cross Section, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceRutile Quartz Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSard Pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSardonyx Raw unpolished stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSerpentine Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSmoky Quartz Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essence Sodalite Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceSugilite Gem stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceThulite Raw unpolished stone, (drilled) tumbled stone, pendant, gem essenceTiger’s eye Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stoneTiger Iron Necklace, section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone,

gem stone (triangle), gem essenceTopaz Imperial Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceTurquoise Raw unpolished stone, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline Dravite Crystal, section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Blue Crystal, section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Red Crystal, Section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Black Four-six small crystals, section/slice, pendant,

(drilled) tumbled stone, necklace, gem essenceTourmaline, Green Crystal, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceTourmaline, Watermelon Crystal, section/slice, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essenceZircon Crystal, gem stone, gem essenceZoisite Necklace, pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gem essence

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Crystal Forms and Signatures

Not all healing crystals are available in allof their natural forms. The forms and sig-natures listed here are therefore intended asa general overview of the possible forms thatmight be suitable for one of the home rem-edy kits

To check other forms of a specific min-eral or stone, see pages 289-317 under“Healing Crystals A to Z”.

The term ‘form’ is used to describe thephysical appearance of a crystal in the kit. Itmakes little or no difference whether or notits form can be traced back to its state innatural deposits (a single crystal, druse, rawstone, etc.) or whether it is processed orenhanced in some way (tumbled stone, sec-tion/slice, necklace, etc.). In order to makethings as simple as possible, gem essencesare also included within this terminology.

The term ‘signature’, on the otherhand, describes the affinity between aninclusion, appearance or markings on acrystal with the similar appearance of somepart of the human anatomy and is attrib-uted with having an effect on that organ orbody part. Only naturally occurring charac-teristics can be legitimately ascribed in thisway as having a category of signatures.

Forms, which are the result of deliberatecutting, polishing and processing (forexample, creating a heart-shaped crystal)cannot be said to have a signature.

Signatures play an especially importantrole in Agates and Ocean Agates (OceanJasper), but other crystals too are ascribedwith having specific healing propertiesresulting from their signatures. For exam-ple: Amber is sometimes found containing askin signature, Pink Chalcedony with amucous membrane signature; Hematitewith a kidney and intestine signature;Heliotrope with a pus signature; Magnesiteand Malachite with a brain signature;Rhodochrosite with a vessel signature andRhodonite with a tissue signature.

Overall, one can summarise all of thisby saying that whenever the appearance of acrystal makes one think of something spe-cific in or on the body, there is probably aconnection between the crystal and theorgan or tissue it looks like. It would seemto be the case that it is no coincidence fornature to produces the same form in manysituations and locations.

Most healing crystals are used in one orother of the following described Forms.

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Raw stones are minerals and gems inthe form of rough pieces of stone or aggre-gates. Within this category belong Biotite-lenses, Chalcedony Rosettes, granular Dia-mond aggregates, Fluorite split-octahedrons,Pyrites, chunks of Rose Quartz, compactThulite or lumps of Turquoise.

Crystals are naturally occurring miner-als, whose form is characterised by evensurfaces and edges. For particular therapiesand treatments (e. g. lowering a high tem-

perature with generator rock crystals) spe-cific surface combinations are required onthe crystal.

Crystal clusters comprise several indi-vidual crystals as naturally occurring con-glomerates. They are used in this form forspecific treatments (e. g. clusters of Apo -phyllite or Dioptase).

Druses are cavities with in rock forma-tions but which are lined heavily with crys-tals. Pieces of druses are, in fact, fragments

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Fig. 21: Raw Crystals



Cubic (Garnet Pyrope)


Tetragonal crystal(Zircon)


Fig. 22: Crystals


from such an “inner lining” of crystalswithin a cavity. Amethyst, in particular, isusually applied in form of a druse or pieceof druse.

Geodes are, in effect, small druses onlya few centimetres in size. Agates are some-times applied in the form of geodes, in par-ticular the unbroken Water Agates

Section/slices are small slabs of crys-tals, which are cut on both sides and usu-ally highly polished. Agates, especially, areapplied in this form, as it clearly brings outthe signature of the stone. Mirrors are sec-tion/slices, which have been highly pol-ished. For the time being, only mirrorsmade of Obsidian are applied.

Cross-sections are thin section/slices,cut from crystals, whose external form still

manifests the original profile of the crystal.Tourmalines, especially, are often applied inthe form of cross sections.

Tumbled stones are irregularly shapedraw stones, which have been polished into around shape in tumbling machines and arereminiscent of Quartz pebbles that havebeen tumbled naturally in rivers. They arethe most commonly applied crystals in con-nection with crystal healing. When they areequipped with a drilled hole to thread themon leather or silk strings, they are calleddrilled tumbled stones; with a glued metaleye or a hanger [ring; loop] they are calledpendants.

Specially polished/ground stones canbe made into a wide range of shapes –including the classic ball, egg, and pyramid

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Fig. 23: Rock crystals Fig. 24: Crystal cluster

Generator crystal Herkimer Diamond (Apophyllite)

Fig. 25: Druse and Druse piece Fig. 26: Geode

Druse (Amethyst) Druse piece (Amethyst) (Agate)


forms. New shapes are constantly beingcreated, including so-called “free”, irregu-lar forms. In principle, any form can beapplied, as the inner quality of a crystal(origin, structure, minerals, and colour)will not change substantially, when theouter form is changed.

Pendants are raw stones, crystals, tum-bled stones or gem stones, which have beenmounted, or have a metal eye or a metalhanger, so that they can be carried on anecklace or a string.

Necklaces are raw or polished stones,balls or stones in other forms, which arethreaded on a string. In the field of crystalhealing, it is necklaces made of small frag-ments of crystal or round crystal beads thatare used most often.

Bracelets are raw or polished stones,which are threaded on elastic, so that they canbe worn on the wrist, or the ankle, if required.

Ear olives are small stones, that havebeen ground and polished in a long ovalshape (for example, Heliotrope) and whichcan be placed in the outer ear. They areequipped with a small metal eyelet, towhich a string is attached, so that they canbe removed again after use from the ear.

Gemstones have been especiallyground, cut and polished to be worn as jew-ellery. Gem cutting is highly skilled workand follows a wide range of patterns, eachwith its own style and name. The range ofpossible forms and working methods hasbeen considerably expanded during the lastfew of years.

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Fig. 27: Slice

(Agate)

Fig. 28: Section

(Tourmaline) ( Tourmaline)

Fig. 29: Tumbled crystal Fig. 30: Polished

Sphere Egg Pyramid


For crystal healing, several forms aregenerally used: cabochon (hemispherical);facetted (stones polished with many facets)stone; flat torroidal (like horizontal slicesfrom a ring doughnut); discs (round sec-tion/slices of stones but which have aslightly convex surface); and, occasionally,triangles.

In the description of treatments in thesepages, a gemstone can always be used inplace of the same mineral when the wear-ing of a pendant or tumbled stones is indi-cated. However, as a rule, raw stones andcrystals (and sometimes tumbled stones),

are used for the production of gem essencesand gem water, as well as for other specialpreparations in water (Amethyst), wine(carnelian), or oil (Peridot) (see page 25).Gem essences can also be used for prepara-tion of ointments (see page 24).

The above forms are summarised visu-ally in the inside rear cover, which can beleft folded out for easier identification of thecrystals, etc. mentioned in the treatmentscomprising Part 2 – or you can doublecheck under “Healing Crystals A to Z” onpages 289-317 – in order to be sure of theappearance of a specific form.

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Fig. 31: Pendants Fig. 32: Necklaces Fig. 33: Ear-olives

Baroque Crystal Set stone Fragments Beads


Fig. 34: Decorative/Jewellery


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Here are all of the 90 crystals recommendedin the treatments described in Part 2 – withdescriptions and colour photographs. Eachdescription consists of two main parts as fol-lows.

Forms: these first few lines indicate therange of forms of the respective crystal thatare commonly available for crystal healing.This is not necessarily complete, but, never-theless, it provides essential information onselection of crystal forms for a personalhome remedy kit.

Applications: the second section of eachdescription refers the main entries in Part 2,where use of the individual crystal is dis-cussed. However, do not use this sectionalone when choosing a crystal. Alwayscheck the actual entry in Part 2 for the spe-cific application in the treatment of ill-nesses and complaints. Only in this way can

the best selection be made and the correctapplication ensured.

For further information, see also CrystalPower, Crystal Healing, first published inEnglish by Cassell, London in 1998 andreprinted many times. This book gives com-prehensive descriptions of each crystal onthe basis of its spiritual, emotional, mentaland physical levels of effectiveness. OnlyBronzite, Diaspor, Jet, Pink Moss Agate, Sardand Ocean Jasper are absent from the bookas their therapeutic effects have only beenresearched very recently.

To summarise, please use this referencewhen seeking further detailed informationabout a specific crystal. The purpose of thefollowing summary is chiefly to assist infinding the specific crystals described inPart 2 and to help in creating your ownhome remedy kits.

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AgateForms: Section/slice, bracelet, necklace,pendant, (drilled) tumbled stone, gemstone doughnut, etc., gem essence. Gemessences made from Agates with specific sig-natures are still not available, though it isworth trying special types of Agate placed inwater – e. g. Agates with a vessel signaturein cases of haemorrhoids and varicoseveins.Applications: Nightmares, eye complaints(general), stomach pain and problems, legulcers, bloatedness, bladder problems, blis-ters, intestinal problems, ametropia, home-sickness, sleep problems, a need for protec-tion, weakened sight, pregnancy, synovitis,growth problems, weather sensitivity andcysts.Special signatures:

Agate with an eye signature has round,concentric circles or markings, similar inappearance to the human eye. As a result, itis used in connection with the following:tired eyes; eye complaints (general); con-junctivitis; ametropia; varicose veins;enlarged prostate; a need for protection;weak sightedness; pregnancy and cysts.

Agate with a bladder signature has amarking, which corresponds with the hol-low section of the bladder. This Agate is usedwith bladder problems, intestinal problemsand cysts.

Agate with an intestine signature (e. g.Mexican Fire Agates) contains curved bandsreminiscent in appearance of the intestines.

It is used in connection with stomach ache;bloatedness; intestinal problems; diarrhoeaand constipation.

Agate with an inflammation signa-ture has a natural pink colouring, embed-ded with signatures in shades of grey orbrown. It can be used in connection withinflammation, particularly, if it also dis-plays the signature of the affected organ.Warning: do not apply so-called “ApricotAgates”! These are artificially heated greyAgates, which tend to have an adverse effecton inflammation.

Agate with a uterus signature has amarking reminiscent of the form and struc-ture of the uterus. It is used in connectionwith: stomach ache; menstrual problems;as a pregnancy protection crystal; and fornormal retraction of the uterus after thebirth.

Agate with a blood vessel signature hasan appearance similar to the “eye Agates”above, displaying concentric circles remi-niscent of sections taken through blood ves-sels, or with markings looking like theactual course of blood vessels. This Agate isused in connection with ulcerated legs,haemorrhoids and varicose veins – espe-cially during pregnancy.

Agate with a skin signature containseither parallel bands – looking similar tothe structure of the skin, with cuticle, sclera,and sub cutis tissues – or markings whichcorrespond to typical skin complaints, such


Agate, tumbled crystal, Botswana, with ‘inflammation’ signature

Agate slice, Brazil, with ‘uterus’ signature

Agate geode, Brazil, with ‘bladder’ signature

Agate, partly polished, with ‘intestine’ signature (Fire Agate, Mexico)

Agate, tumbled crystals, Botswana, with various ‘skin’ signatures

Agate, tumbled crystal, with ‘organ’ signature (Lace Agate, Mexico)

Agate slice, Brazil, and tumbled crystal, Botswana, with ‘eye’ signature


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as rashes, inflammation or scars. It is usedin connection with these skin diseases andalso with intestinal problems, blisters andfungal infections.

Agate with a stomach signature has amarking, which corresponds to the curvedhollow organ of the stomach. Especiallysuited are the yellow-brown Agates, if possi-ble with a Rock Crystal nucleus. This Agateis used in connection with intestinal andstomach problems.

Water Agates are water-filled Agate geo-des, still containing fluid from the timewhen the Agate was actually formed! Thissignature is reminiscent of the uterus,which is filled with amniotic fluid duringpregnancy. So, it is used as a protective crys-tal for pregnant women, as well as in con-nection with bladder problems and cysts.

AmazoniteForms: Raw stone, section/slice, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence, gem water.Applications: nightmares, fear, slippeddisc, bed-wetting, depression, poor memory,painful throat, hoarseness, hyperactivity,carpal tunnel syndrome, improving liverfunction, learning problems, synovitis, ten-nis elbow, ganglia and growth problems.

AmberForms: Raw stone, section/slice, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: Allergy, stomach ache,intestinal problems, diabetes, gall bladderproblems, gout, pains in the extremities,homesickness, itching, carpal tunnel syn-drome, headaches, stomach problems, necktension, nervousness, rheumatism, thyroidgland problems, pregnancy, synovitis, sensi-tivity to temperature, nausea, constipation,warts, teething, gum disease and tick bites.

AmethystForms: Crystal, piece of a druse,section/slice, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem stone,gem essence, gem water (as per Hildegardvon Bingen).Applications: Abscesses, acne, tired eyes,eye diseases (general), nystagmus, blisters,high blood pressure, intestinal problems,diarrhoea, ametropia, birth, haemorrhoids,skin care, homesickness, insect bites, itch-ing, headaches, melancholia, migraine,neck tension, dermatitis, bruising, squint-ing, sleep problems, dandruff, sun burn,sensitivity to temperatures, grief, muscletension, warts, bedsores and tick bites.


Agate slice, Brazil, with ‘stomach’signature

Amazonite, raw crystal,Namibia

Amethyst, druse piece, Uruguay Amethyst crystal, Mexico

Water Agate,Brazil

Amber, East Prussia Amber, East Prussia


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AntimoniteForms: A crystal or a crystal cluster isplaced in water.Applications: stomach ache, dandruff, pso-riasis and nausea.

ApatiteForms: Crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem essenceand gem water.Applications: joint problems, hyperactivity,knee problems, broken bones, tiredness andweakness, operations, osteoporosis, ganglia,growth problems, teeth and dental diseases.

ApophylliteForms: Crystal, crystal cluster.Applications: asthma, bronchitis andpainful throats.

AquamarineForms: Crystal, crystal cluster, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: Allergy, tired eyes, eye dis-eases (general), nystagmus, stomach ache,bladder problems, ametropia, birth, painfulthroat, hoarseness, hay fever, coughs,hyperactivity, dermatitis, squinting, thyroidgland problems, sensitivity to temperatures,nausea and growth problems.

Aragonite (with banding) Forms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone (a mineral with 80% Aragonite is alsoavailable in the specialist trade as “Onyx-Marble”), gem essence and gem water.Applications: Slipped disc, knee andgrowth problems.

AventurineForms: (drilled) tumbled stone,section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone, gem essence, gem water.Applications: arteriosclerosis, heart prob-lems, nervousness, stroke, sleep problems,dandruff, psoriasis, sun burn, sun stroke,stress and temperature sensitivity.

Biotite-lensForms: Raw stone (lenses) sometimesdrilled or polished.Applications: stomach ache, intestinalproblems, birth, knee problems and men-strual problems.

BronziteForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: exhaustion and stress.


Aragonite slice, Germany Aventurine, raw crystal, Zimbabwe

Apophyllite crystal cluster, India

Aquamarine crystal,Pakistan

Antimonite crystal cluster, Romania Apatite crystal and tumbled crystal, Mexico

Biotite lens, Portugal Bronzite, tumbled crystal, Brazil


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CalciteForms: Raw stone (massive), (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,ball, gem essence and gem water.Applications: intestinal problems, birth,broken bones, osteoporosis, constipationand growth problems.

CarnelianForms: raw stone (lump), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemessence, gem water, raw or tumbled stoneswhich have been simmered in wine.Applications: leg ulcer, bleeding (slight),intestinal problems, colds, fever (rising),birth, nosebleed, temperature sensitivityand bedsores.

Chalcedony, BlueForms: Raw stone, section/slice, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone, ground and polished forms, gemessence, raw and tumbled stones that areplaced into waterApplications: Chalcedony with bands /Blue Lace Agate: eye diseases (general),bladder problems, blisters, high blood pres-sure, allergy, throat inflammation, con-junctivitis, detoxification, colds, fever (low-ering), tired feet, pains in the extremities,influenza, glaucoma, throat pain, hoarse-ness, coughs, learning problems, stimula-tion of the lymph system, sinusitis,strengthening of the kidneys, oedemas, thy-roid gland problems, weak sightedness,

pregnancy, loss of voice, stuttering, sensitiv-ity to temperature, weather sensitivity, andteething.Unbanded Chalcedony : Eye diseases(general), bladder problems, blisters, highblood pressure, diabetes, fever (lowering),birth, glaucoma, throat pain, learningproblems, milk generation, strengtheningof the kidneys, thyroid gland problems,weak sightedness, breast-feeding, loss ofvoice, menopausal problems, sensitivity totemperature and weather sensitivity.

Chalcedony, PinkForms: Raw stone, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem essence,raw and tumbled stones placed in water Applications: throat inflammation, dia-betes, detoxification, colds, birth, influenza,homesickness, hoarseness, heart problems,learning problems, stimulation of thelymph system, milk generation, oedemas,thyroid gland problems, breast-feeding andstuttering.

ChrysoberylForms: Raw stone, crystal, crystal cluster,tumbled stone (rare), bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: bad memory, hyperactivity,concentration problems, learning prob-lems, nervousness, weak sightedness, andloss of voice and stuttering.


Calcite crystal, Brazil

Banded Chalcedony, Brazil

Pink Chalcedony, USA (rosette) Pink Chalcedony, Turkey (tumbled crystal)

Blue Chalcedony without bands, Turkey

Carnelian, tumbled crystal, Botswana

Chrysoberyl crystal, Zimbabwe Chrysoberyl triplet, Brazil


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ChrysocollaForms: Raw stone (massive to compact),(drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: throat inflammation, stom-ach ache, fever (lowering), gall bladderproblems, birth, painful throat, strengthen-ing of the immune system, carpal tunnelsyndrome, scars, pregnancy, synovitis,stress, tennis elbow and ganglia.

ChrysopraseForms: Section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: acne, allergy, nightmares,eye diseases (general), stomach ache, bed-wetting, intestinal problems, detoxification,fertility, athlete’s foot, gall bladder prob-lems, gout, glaucoma, homesickness, her-pes, insect bites, cramp, sorrow, strengthen-ing of the liver, dermatitis, strengthening ofthe kidneys, operations, fungal infections,rheumatism, sleep problems, psoriasis andgrowth problems.

CitrineForms: crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gemessence and gem water.Applications: Stomach ache, bed-wetting,depression, diabetes, birth, sadness andgrowth problems.

DiamondForms: raw stone, crystal, pendant, gem-stone and gem essence.Applications: arteriosclerosis, eye diseases(general), bad memory, gout, cataract, con-centration problems, strokes and weakenedsight.

DiasporForms: raw stone, crystal.Applications: stomach ache, stomachproblems, heartburn and acidification.

DioptaseForms: crystal, crystal cluster, gem essence,gem water and eye dropsApplications: tired eyes, eye diseases (gen-eral), slipped disc, knee problems, strength-ening of the liver, weak sightedness andgrowth problems.

DumortieriteForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone,gem essence and gem water.Applications: fear, stomach ache, intestinalproblems, depression, diarrhoea, vomiting,gall bladder problems, painful throat,homesickness, carpal tunnel syndrome,sorrow, nervousness, operations, travel sick-ness, pregnancy, stress, grief and nausea.


Chrysoprase slice, Australia

Citrine crystal, Brazil

Chrysocolla, raw crystal Chrysocolla, partly polished

Diamond crystal, South Africa

Diaspor crystal, Turkey

Dioptase crystal, small cluster,NamibiaDumortierite, tumbled crystal,

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EmeraldForms: crystal, cross section, (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: throat inflammation, tiredeyes, eye diseases (general), stomach ache,conjunctivitis, bloatedness, bronchitis, intes -tinal problems, inflammation, ametropia,gall bladder problems, birth, influenza,painful throat, carpal tunnel syndrome,head ache, cramp, strengthening of theliver, middle ear inflammation, sinusitis,dermatitis, back pain, squinting, snoring,head cold, weak sightedness, synovitis,growth problems, bedsores and tick bites.

EpidoteForms: crystal (rarely), (drilled) tumbledstone, section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pen-dant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: colds, exhaustion, birth,influenza, strengthening of the immunesystem, strengthening of the liver, regenera-tion and growth problems.

Fire OpalForms: raw stone, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone(cabochon, facetted), gem essence and gemwater.Applications: Low blood pressure, home-sickness, tiredness and weakness, potencyproblems, sexuality and temperature sensi-tivity.

FluoriteForms: raw stone (octahedron), crystalcluster, (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, polished forms (spheres,pyramids etc.), gem essence, raw or tum-bled stones which are placed in water.Applications: Intestinal problems, painfulthroat, bad memory, gout, coughs, concen-tration problems, learning problems, osteo-porosis, fungal infection, ganglia, over-weight and growth problems.

Garnet PyropeForms: crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gemessence, gem water, and ointment.Applications: bladder problems, circula-tion problems, exhaustion, cold feet, jointproblems, circulation problems, tirednessand weakness, weak muscles, ear problems,pregnancy, sexuality problems, numbness,temperature sensitivity and bedsores.


Epidote, raw crystal (Unakite), USA

Fire Opal, raw crystal, Mexico

Fluorite crystal cluster, Black Forest, Germany

Emerald crystal,Brazil

Fluorite octahedrons, USA

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HaematiteForms: raw stone, (drilled) tumbled stone,section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: leg ulcers, low blood pres-sure, intestinal problems, iron deficiency,circulation problems and pregnancy.

HeliotropeForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, ear olive,gemstone, gem essence, gem water andointment.Applications: abscesses, throat inflamma-tion, arteriosclerosis, stomach ache, bed-wetting, conjunctivitis, bladder problems,intestinal problems, iron deficiency, inflam-mation, colds, gall bladder problems, birth,influenza, painful throat, haemorrhoids,heart problems, strengthening of theimmune system, insect bites, carpal tunnelsyndrome, middle ear inflammation,sinusitis, ear problems, stroke, snoring,head cold, synovitis, nausea, warts, tick pro-phylaxis.

JetForms: raw stone, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gemessence and gem water.Applications: intestinal problems, diar-rhoea, mouth problems, grief, teeth grind-ing and gum disease.

KunziteForms: crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem stone,gem essence, raw or tumbled stones whichhave been placed in water.Applications: slipped disc, birth, bad mem-ory, lumbago, nerve problems, back pain,pain, pregnancy, grinding teeth, toothache.

Landscape JasperForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gemstone (doughnut,disc), gem essence and gem water.Applications: allergy, intestinal problems,and hay fever.

Lapis lazuliForms: raw stone (massive to dense), crys-tal (rarely), (drilled) tumbled stone, sec-tion/slice, necklace, pendant, gemstone,polished forms (spheres, pyramids etc.),gem essence and gem water.Applications: high blood pressure, painfulthroat, hoarseness, herpes (lips), learningproblems, menstrual problems, thyroidgland problems, loss of voice.

LarimarForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, pendant, gem essence andgem water.Applications: painful throat, nerve prob-lems, nervousness, loss of voice, growthproblems.


Heliotrope, tumbled crystal, IndiaHematite, raw crystal, England

Jet, tumbled crystal,USA

Larimar, Dominican Republic

Lapis lazuli, crystal, Afghanistan Lapis lazuli, raw crystal, Afghanistan

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Lavender JadeForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: homesickness, carpal tunnelsyndrome, nerve problems, strengthening ofthe kidneys, synovitis and toothache.

MagnesiteForms: raw stone (lump), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone (doughnut, disc), gem essenceand gem water.Applications: stomach ache, intestinalproblems, tired feet, gall bladder problems,birth, pains in the extremities, headache,cramp, stomach problems, migraine, necktension, nervousness, back pain, heartburn,stress, nausea, overweight, muscle tension,cramp in the calves, grinding teeth, sprains.

MalachiteForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: stomach ache, vomiting, gallbladder problems, birth, cramp, strengthen-ing of the liver, menstrual problems,rheumatism, pain and sexual problems.

MookaiteForms: raw stone (massive), (drilled) tum-bled stone, section/slice, bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem essence and gem water.Applications: leg ulcers, light bleeding,intestinal problems, birth, homesickness,operations, cuts, abrasions, wound healingand bedsores.

Moon StoneForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gemstone (cabochon),gem essence and gem water.Applications: acne, fertility (women),birth, menstrual problems, pregnancy,growth problems and the menopause.

Moss AgateForms: (drilled) tumbled stone,section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: throat inflammation, colds,fever (lowering), tired feet, pains in extrem-ities, influenza, painful throat, coughs,stimulation of the lymph system, sinusitis.

Moss Agate, PinkForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, pendant,gem water.Applications: stomach ache, intestinalprob lems, nausea, and constipation.


Malachite clump, partly polished, Congo

Lavender Jade, Turkey Magnesite, tumbled crystal, Zimbabwe

Pink Moss Agate, tumbled crystal, India

Moonstone,raw crystal,India

Mookaite, raw crystal, Australia

Moss Agate, tumbled crystal,

India


NephriteForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gemessence and gem water.Applications: bladder problems, strength-ening of the kidneys.

Noble OpalForms: raw stone, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone(cabochon), gem essence and gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general),depression, painful throat, homesickness,coughs, cancer, sorrow, improving of thelymphatic system, weak sightedness andgrief.

ObsidianBlack Obsidian is regular black obsidianrich in foreign matter.Snowflake Obsidian has small, greyfeldspar aggregates, which are reminiscentof snowflakes or clouds or flowers.Rainbow Obsidian contains small waterblisters that reflect incidental light, andwhich, in turn, act as a prism and producethe colours of the spectrum.Apache’s Tear has a very high silicic acidcontent that makes it transparent.Forms: section/slice (mirror), (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone (cabochon, doughnut, disc, etc.),gem essence and gem water.

Applications(Black Obsidian): bruising, bleeding(slight), cataract, operations, cuts, shock,abrasions, need for protection (mirror),sprain, sensitivity to temperature, woundhealing, overstretched or torn ligaments.Snowflake Obsidian: bruising, bleeding(slight), circulation problems, cold feet,operations, cuts, shock, abrasions, sensitiv-ity to temperature, sprains, wound healing,overstretched or torn ligaments.Rainbow Obsidian: bruising, bleeding(slight), cataract, operations, cuts, shock,abrasions, sensitivity to temperature, sprains,wound healing, overstretched or torn liga-ments.Apache’s Tear: bleeding (slight), cataract,operations, back pain, pain, cuts, shock,abrasions, sprains, wound healing, over-stretched or torn ligaments.

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Black Obsidian, Mexico Snowflake Obsidian, Mexico

Nephrite, tumbled crystal, Russia

Noble Opal, Boulder Opal, Australia

Noble Opal, white Opal,Australia

Noble Opal, crystal opal, Australia Noble Opal, black opal, Australia

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Ocean Jasper (Ocean Agate)Forms: raw stone, section/slice, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: abscesses, allergies, night-mares, throat inflammation, eye diseases(general), stomach ache, leg ulcers, con-junctivitis, bladder problems, blisters, bron-chitis, cellulite, intestinal problems, dia-betes, detoxification, inflammations, colds,exhaustion, fever (lowering), fertility, tiredfeet, gall bladder problems, pains in theextremities, influenza, glaucoma, painfulthroat, hay fever, coughs, strengthening ofthe immune system, cancer, strengtheningof the liver, stimulation of the lymph sys-tem, migraine, middle ear inflammation,mouth problems, sinusitis, dermatitis,strengthening of the kidneys, oedemas, earproblems, fungal infections, enlargedprostate, regeneration, thyroid gland prob-lems, sleep problems, snoring, weak sight-edness, synovitis, nausea, growth problems,menopause, weather sensitivity, cysts.

PeridotForms: raw stone (grainy or massive),(drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem stone, gem essence, oint-ment, raw or tumbled stoned which havebeen placed in sun flower oil.Applications: intestinal problems, detoxifi-cation, gall bladder problems, birth,strengthening of the kidneys, warts.

Petrified WoodForms: raw stone, section/slice, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: homesickness, overweight,weather sensitivity.

PraseForms: crystal (rarely), (drilled) tumbledstone, section/slice, bracelet, necklace, pen-dant, gemstone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: insect bites, bruising, sun-burn, sunstroke and temperature sensitivity.

PyritesForms: raw stone (sun)Applications: slipped disc, joint problems,lumbago, knee problems, pain, tick prophy-laxis.


Prase crystals, Serifos, Greece

Pyrites in mother lode, USA

Ocean Agate (Ocean Jasper), Madagascar

Peridot, raw crystal, (Chrysolith), USA

Petrified Wood, raw crystal, Australia


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RhodochrositeForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: low blood pressure, circula-tion problems, exhaustion, migraine, tired-ness and weakness, pregnancy, sensitivity totemperature.

RhodoniteForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone (doughnut, disc), gem essence andgem water.Applications: acne, fear, stomach ache, legulcers, blisters, bruising, bleeding (slight),intestinal problems, haemorrhoids, herpes(lips), insect bites, headache, weak muscles,muscle injuries, neck tension, scars, nose-bleed, ear problems, operations, pain, cuts,shock, abrasions, grief, burns, sprains,growth problems, wound healing, bedsores,gum disease, overstretched or torn liga-ments, tick prophylaxis.

Rock CrystalForms: Crystal, crystal cluster, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem essence and gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general), vom-iting, ametropia, fever (lowering), jointproblems, cataract, insect bites, headache,squinting, thyroid gland problems, pain,weak sightedness, stuttering, numbness andtemperature sensitivity.

Special Forms:Generator crystals have an especially large,dominant surface at the point. The lattercan “draw off” heat in cases of fever or tem-perature sensitivity, if the skin is strokedwith it.Herkimer-Diamonds are small, bright andespecially clear, double-ended Rock Crys-tals. Three of them arranged in a triangleon an aching area have a relieving effect.

Rose QuartzForms: crystal cluster (rarely), massive rawstone, (drilled) tumbled stone, section/slice,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem stone, cutcorms (spheres), gem essence and gemwater.Applications: circulation problems, fertility(women), heart problems, sexual problemsand bedsores.

RubyForms: crystal, cross section, (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: low blood pressure, fever(raising), circulation problems, potencyproblems, back pain, sexual problems andtemperature sensitivity.


Rhodochrosite slice, Argentina Rhodonite slice, Australia

Rose Quartz crystal cluster, Brazil

Ruby crystal, India

Rock crystal cluster and Phantom Quartz, Brazil


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Rutile QuartzForms: crystal, crystal cluster (rarely),(drilled) tumbled stone, section/slice,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem stone,gem essence and gem water.Applications: fear, asthma, bronchitis,depression, athlete’s foot, birth, painfulthroat, heart problems, coughs, regenera-tion, sexual problems and constipation.

SardForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: Colds, fever (raising), heartproblems.

SardonyxForms: raw stone (massive), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemessence and gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general), nys-tagmus, stomach ache, intestinal problems,colds, pains in the extremities, glaucoma,painful throat, middle ear inflammation,ear problems, operations, squinting, weaksightedness.

SerpentineForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: stomach and intestinal prob-lems, diarrhoea, homesickness, strengthen-ing of the kidneys, need for protection, sex-ual problems, cramp in the calves and tickbites.

Smoky QuartzForms: crystal, crystal cluster, (drilled)tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gem essence and gem water.Applications: Nystagmus, intestinal prob-lems, athlete’s foot, headache, neck tension,fungal infection, back pain, sunstroke,stress, muscle tension.

SodaliteForms: raw stone (massive), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, cut forms (spheres, pyramids), gemessence, gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general), highblood pressure, painful throat, hoarseness,loss of voice, temperature sensitivity to tem-perature and obesity.


Serpentine, raw crystal, (Tauern green), AustriaSerpentine, raw crystal

(Silver Eye), Australia

Sodalite, raw crystal, Brazil

Sard, tumbled crystal, India

Sardonyx, raw crystal, India

Rutilated Quartz crystals, Brazil

Smoky Quartz crystal,Switzerland

Smoky Quartz,Switzerland


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SugiliteForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: fear, lumbago, carpal tunnelsyndrome, nerve problems, operations,pain, teeth grinding, toothache.

ThuliteForms: raw stone (grainy), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: fertility (men), potency andsexual problems.

Tiger’s Eye (Gold Quartz)Forms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant.Applications: asthma.

Tiger IronForms: section/slice, (drilled) tumbledstone, bracelet, necklace, pendant, gem-stone (doughnut, disc, triangle), gemessence and gem water.Applications: iron deficiency, exhaustion,circulation problems, menstrual problems,tiredness and weakness, pregnancy.

Topaz, ImperialForms: crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,bracelet, necklace, pendant, gemstone, gemessence and gem water.Applications: stomach ache, intestinalproblems, depression, fertility (women),childbirth, nervousness and growth prob-lems.

Tourmaline, Blue (Indigolith)Forms: crystal, section/slice, cross section,tumbled stone, pendant, bracelet, necklace,gem stone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general), blis-ters, birth, hyperactivity, neck tension, scars,squinting, weak sightedness, numbness,sensitivity to temperature, grief, burns,muscle tension, growth problems.

Tourmaline, DraviteForms: crystal, (drilled) tumbled stone,section/slice, cross section, pendant, neck-lace (rarely), gem essence and gem water.Applications: cellulite, intestinal problems,neck tension, scars, numbness, muscle ten-sion and, growth problems.

Tourmaline, BlackForms: crystal (especially thin crystalsticks), crystal cluster, section/slice, crosssection, (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gem stone, gem essenceand gem water.Applications: stomach ache, bloatedness,intestinal problems, neck tension, scars, ear


Tiger Iron, raw crys-tal, Australia

Tiger’s Eye, raw crystal, South Africa

Imperial Topaz crystal, Brazil

Thulite, raw crystal, Norway

Sugilite, raw crystal,South Africa

Tourmaline Dravite, NamibiaTourmaline Indigolith,

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problems, back pain, sleep problems, pain,need for protection, numbness, muscle ten-sion, constipation, growth problems, tickprophylaxis.

Tourmaline, GreenForms: crystal, section/slice, cross section,(drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: eye diseases (general), detox-ification, joint problems, hyperactivity,carpal tunnel syndrome, cancer, neck ten-sion, scars, nerve problems, rheumatism,squinting, weak sightedness, synovitis,numbness, tennis elbow, ganglia, muscletension, growth problems.

Tourmaline, RedForms: crystal, section/slice, cross section,(drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet, necklace,pendant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: eye diseases (general), lum-bago, hyperactivity, knee problems, necktension, scars, nerve problems, squinting,weak sightedness, pregnancy, numbness,muscle tension, growth problems.

Tourmaline, WatermelonWatermelon Tourmalines have a red centreand a green coating.Forms: crystal, section/slice, cross section,(drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet (rare),

necklace, pendant, gem stone, gem essenceand gem water.Applications: eye diseases (general), heartproblems, lumbago, neck tension, scars,nerve problems, squinting, weak sighted-ness, numbness, muscle tension, growthproblems.

TurquoiseForms: raw stone (lump), (drilled) tum-bled stone, bracelet, necklace, pendant,gemstone, gem essence and gem water.Applications: asthma, stomach ache,carpal tunnel syndrome, ear problems,rheumatism, a need for protection, heart-burn, nausea and acidification.

ZirconForms: crystal (mostly double terminated),pendant, gem stone, gem essence and gemwater.Applications: stomach ache, cramp,strengthening of the liver, menstrual prob-lems, pain.

ZoisiteForms: (drilled) tumbled stone, bracelet,necklace, pendant, gemstone, gem essenceand gem water.Applications: colds, exhaustion, fertility(men), influenza, enlarged prostate, regen-eration, psoriasis and growth problems.


Tourmaline Black, Brazil

Tourmaline, Rubellite withVerdelith, Brazil

Watermelon Tourmaline, crystal on Quartz, Afghanistan

Zircon crystal, Brazil Zoisite with Ruby, Tanzania

Turquoise, raw crystal, Arizona, USA


Other References and ResearchThe information and experience distilled into thepages of this book are based partly on as yetunpublished research by the following groups,societies and persons:

Cairn Elen Lebensschulen u. Steinheilkunde-NetzwerkExperiences and reworking from this book’s sug-gested treatments, etc.

Forschungsprojekt des Steinheilkunde e.V.Empirical research on the effectiveness of crystaltherapy (address see below)

Walter von Holst, Kornbergstr. 32, 70176,StuttgartHealing crystals for treatment of allergies, skindiseases; also some general research

Friedrich Pelz (Kontakt through Michael Gien-ger/Cairn Elen Lebensschule)Effects of healing crystals on brain waves’research results of more than 3000 EEG-mea-surements.

Heilpraktiker Rainer Strebel, Schulstr. 22,7361,4 SchorndorfComparisons of crystal healing, naturopathy andindividual therapy

Dr. med Manfred Kuhnle, Heinzlenstr. 1,72336, BalingenComparisons of biophysical medicine, homeopa-thy and traditional Chinese medicine.

BibliographyTitles selected by the author, along with a briefsummary of scope and contents.

Michael Gienger, Die Heilsteine der Hildegardvon Bingen, Neue Erde Verlag, Saarbrücken,2004.Hildegard von Bingen’s Book of the Crystalsfrom the twelfth century; transcribed and anno-tated by Michael Gienger. Old wisdom for usewith modern knowledge; a beautiful, practicalbook for the home about the art of crystal heal-ing; lots of unique recipes.

Michael Gienger, Crystal Power, Crystal Healing,Cassell Octopus 1998.

Michael Gienger, Healing Crystals – The A-ZGuide to 430 Gemstones, Findhorn Press, 2005.Small practical index and pocket-guide (only 98pages, in postcard format); includes the impor-tant information about the most common heal-ing crystals.

Michael Gienger, Crystal Massage for Healthand Healing, Findhorn Press, 2006.Massage with crystals; described by seven contrib-utors as the most agreeable, beautiful and effec-tive applications of crystal healing; includes tech-niques, methods and experiences with differentkinds of crystal massage.


Useful AddressesSeminars and information on crystal healing:

Cairn Elen LebensschulenRoßgumpenstr. 10D-72336 Balingen-ZillhausenGermanyTel.: +49 7071 / 36 47 19Fax: +49 7071 / 3 88 [email protected]

Research and consumer protection:

Steinheilkunde e.V., Sitz StuttgartForschungsprojekt SteinheilkundeUnterer Kirchberg 23/1D-88273 FronreuteGermanyTel.: +49 7505 / 95 64 51Fax: +49 7505 / 95 64 [email protected]

Authenticity testing of gemstones:

The Gemmological Associationand Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain27 Greville Street, London, EC1N 8TNUKTelephone: +44 (0)20 7404 3334Fax: +44 (0)20 7404 [email protected]

AGTA Gemological Testing Center18 East 48th Street, Suite 502New York, NY 10017USATel: 212-752-1717Fax: [email protected]

Institut für Edelstein Prüfung (EPI)Riesenwaldstr. 6D-77797 OhlsbachGermanyTel.: +49 7803/600808Fax: +49 7803/[email protected] www.epigem.de

General information on crystal healing:www.steinheilkunde.de


For further information and book catalogue contact:Findhorn Press, 305a The Park, Forres IV36 3TE, Scottland.

Earthdancer Books is an Imprint of Findhorn Press.

tel +44 (0)1309-690582 fax +44 (0)131 777 [email protected] www.earthdancer.co.uk www.findhornpress.com

Cairn ElenAfter Elen had accomplished her wandering through the world, she placed a Cairn atthe end of the Sarn Elen. Her path then led her back to the land between evening andmorning. From this Cairn originated all stones that direct the way at crossroads upuntil today.1

(From a Celtic myth)

‘Cairn Elen’* is the term used in Gaelic-speaking areas to refer to the ancient slab stones ontrack ways. They mark the spiritual paths, both the paths of the earth and that of knowledge.

These paths are increasingly falling into oblivion. Just as the old paths of the earth disappearunder the modern asphalt streets, so also does certain ancient wisdom disappear under thedata flood of modern information. For this reason, the desire and aim of the Edition Cairn Elenis to preserve ancient wisdom and link it with modern knowledge – for a flourishing future!

The Edition Cairn Elen in Neue Erde Verlag is published by Michael Gienger. The objective ofthe Edition is to present knowledge from research and tradition that has remained unpublishedup until now. Areas of focus are nature, naturopathy and health as well as consciousness andspiritual freedom.

Apart from current specialised literature, stories, fairytales, novels, lyric and artistic publica-tions will also be published within the scope of Edition Cairn Elen. The knowledge thus trans-mitted reaches out not only to the intellect but also to the heart.

Contact: Edition Cairn Elen, Anja & Michael Gienger, Fürststraße 13, 72072 Tübingen, Germany. Tel. +49 (0) 7071 36 47 20, Fax: +49 (0) 7071 38 [email protected], www.michael-gienger.de

1Celtic ‘cairn’ [pronounced: carn] = ‘Stone’ (usually placed as an intentional shaped heap of stones), ‘sarn’ = ‘Path’,‘Elen, Helen’ = ‘Goddess of the Roads’*Cairn Elen: in British ancient and contemporary Celtic culture, cairns are generally intentionally heaped piles ofstones, rather than an individual stone such as a boulder or standing stone.

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Crystal shapes: a summary


Rock crystalsKristalle

Slice Section Tumbled crystal

Polished Pendants Ear-olives

Necklaces Decorative/Jewellery



Fragments Beads

Raw Crystals

Cubic(Garnet Pyrope)


Tetragonal crystal (Zircon)


Generator crystal Herkimer Diamond

Crystal cluster Druse pieceDruse Geode

Sphere Egg Pyramid Baroque Crystal Set stone

Using Crystals: a summaryAmethyst water after Hildegard von Bingen: Hang a piece of amethyst druse in water vapour for approx 30 minutes, creating condensation on the crystal, so that thewater drips back into the boiling water. Afterwards, lay the amethyst in water at a temperature of circa 45° C, and remove after cooling. Carrying in one’s pocket: A common application, which is particularly effective ifthe crystal is occasionally held in the hand.Crystals laid under the pillow/around the bed: encourage special healing effectswhile sleeping.Dual application of essences and crystals: Increasing the effect with simultaneousinternal and external application.Ear olives: Longish, oval crystals, which can be placed in the outer part of the ear.Energetic treatment: Guiding the flow of bodily fluids and the energy flow by layingconductive crystals on the body, or by moving the crystals, or groups of crystals,(for example, pieces of amethyst druse) across the body.Fixing: fixing crystals to the body with sticking plaster. Gem essences and gem water are created through laying crystals in water or alcohol, as well as with special preparations. They serve for taking internally or forrubbing in externally.Healing crystals ointments salves: can be created by mixing gem essences withan ointment base consisting of one part beeswax and four to five parts jojoba oil (10drops of essence for 10g ointment base).Holding in the hand: Application that works via the reflexology zones of the hand.Holding in the mouth: A strong effect through a localized effect on the mouth andmucous membranes, as well as through information transmission via the saliva.Holding on: Holding healing crystals on certain parts of the body.Massaging: Moving healing crystals across the skin.Placing crystals in one’s surroundings: Influencing the atmosphere of a roomwith healing crystals; affects certain areas of life.Placing healing crystals in pockets or clothing.Placing on the body: placing healing crystals on the body without fixing them.Preparations with water, wine or oil through condensation of water vapour(see above), placing or simmering crystals in the liquid, serve as a means of internalapplication of healing crystals. Spending time in a stone circle: sitting or lying in a circle of crystals.Tying on: tying healing crystals to the body with a bandage.Wearing: Hanging healing crystals about one’s person in the form of bracelets,chains, pendants, drilled tumbled stones crystals or jewellery.

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