Crystals absorb energy from people, spaces, and situations. That’s why it's essential to cleanse and charge them regularly, especially if you wear them often. This guide helps you understand exactly how, when, and why to do it.
Step 1: Cleanse Your Crystals
Cleansing removes old, heavy, or negative energy that your crystal may have picked up.
When to Cleanse:
– When you first receive a new crystal
– After wearing it often
– After emotionally intense or stressful days
– At least once a week
Ways to Cleanse:
Running Water
Hold your crystal under cool, flowing water for one to two minutes.
Only suitable for water-safe crystals like quartz. Avoid soft stones like selenite.
Smoke Cleansing (Sage or Palo Santo)
Let the smoke surround your crystal for 30 to 60 seconds.
Ideal for clearing emotional or stagnant energy.
Full Moon Light
Place your crystal outside or on a windowsill overnight during a full moon.
Safe for all crystals and offers a gentle, natural cleanse.
Brown Rice
Bury your crystal in a bowl of dry brown rice for four to six hours.
The rice absorbs stuck energy. Be sure to discard the rice afterwards.
Hematite Stones (Discharging)
Place your crystal near hematite for two to four hours.
Hematite draws out blocked energy, perfect before charging.
Step 2: Charge Your Crystals
Charging fills your crystal with fresh, vibrant energy so it can support you again.
When to Charge:
– Right after cleansing
– When the crystal feels dull, heavy, or disconnected
– After an intense or emotional experience
– During a new moon or sunny day
Ways to Charge:
Sunlight
Leave your crystal in direct sunlight for one to two hours.
Great for energizing, but limit exposure for light sensitive stones like amethyst or rose quartz.
Earth
Place your crystal directly on the soil or bury it for four to six hours.
Helps it reconnect with grounding, stabilizing earth energy.
(Tip: Wrap it in cloth if burying outside.)
Crystal Clusters (Selenite, Amethyst, Clear Quartz)
Lay your crystal on a larger crystal cluster for six to twelve hours.
Selenite is especially powerful, it even cleanses other stones and never needs cleansing itself.
Quick Summary:
| Step | Method | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleanse | Running Water | 1–2 min | Fast cleanse for water-safe stones |
| Smoke (Sage/Palo Santo) | 30–60 sec | Gentle energy clearing | |
| Full Moon | Overnight | Soft and universal cleansing | |
| Brown Rice | 4–6 hrs | Pulling out stuck energy | |
| Hematite (Discharge) | 2–4 hrs | Resetting crystal energy | |
| Charge | Sunlight | 1–2 hrs | Strong, energizing power |
| Earth | 4–6 hrs | Grounding and healing | |
| Crystal Clusters | 6–12 hrs | Gentle recharging (selenite = top) |
Final Tip
The more love and attention you give your crystals, the more they’ll support you. Take a moment to connect with them, it only takes a few minutes.
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