Crystal Guidance

How to Cleanse & Recharge

To cleanse your crystals, start by setting your intention, then run them under running water to remove any residual energy. Natural springs, streams, and rivers are best. You can also immerse them in a glass bowl or cup of salt or use sage smoke for purification. For effective recharging, leave your crystals under moonlight or sunlight for a few hours to allow them to absorb positive energy. Always verify that your crystals are safe to be in water, salt, smoke, and sunlight before the cleansing process.

Chakras , Yoga & Crystals

Root Chakra, Yoga & Crystals

Introduction

Welcome to our Root Chakra Yoga practice. This practice will focus on grounding and stabilizing our energy with the support of crystals and crystal energy. The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is located at the base of the spine. It's name translates as 'root' or 'support'. We can feel that this energy center in our body may need tending to when we feel an excess or even low levels of anxiety of, fear and instability. Or perhaps we look at situations in ours lives and we are feeling uprooted and unsafe. In the physical body, root chakra imbalance can give us clues with imbalances in our legs, feets, bones or the large intestine. In this practice we will work with the energy of certain yoga poses, movement practices, breath and meditation combined WITH the energetic support of specific crystals known for their grounding properties. Often crystals chosen for grounding root chakra work have colors that remind us of the colors that would exists in the roots of the earth, like reds, blacks, browns and greys. On a vibrational level, grounding crystals often contain a significant amount of iron, which may contribute to their grounding properties. The iron within these crystals is thought to create a magnetic pull that resonates with the Earth's iron core, increasing their ability to anchor and stabilize energy. This magnetic connection helps draw down excess energy and promotes a sense of stability and groundedness. Today I am working with Black Tourmaline, but you can also work with many kinds of Jaspers, Obsidian, Garnet, or Hematite or other crystal you prefer for grounding.

Root Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 15 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

CrYSTALS

~ Black Tourmaline ~ Jaspers ~ Obsidian ~ Smoky Quartz ~ Hematite ~

~ Seated Pose/ Crystal Connection (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Sit comfortably on your mat with your legs crossed with your crystals in your hands on your lap.

~ Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth.

~ Feel the weight of the crystal and the support of the ground beneath you, anchoring you. Imagine the magnetic pull of the Earth drawing you down, grounding your energy.

~ Now open your eyes and set your crystal either directly behind your low back, so it can continue to work with the subtle vibrational energies in your body.

~ Or you can place it in front of you so you can connect with it more visually even using it as a point of focus, or drishti. I recommend trying one way this time, and next time you do this practice, the other way.

~ Sufi Grind (2-3 Mins) ~

~ Stay seated and begin making slow, circular movements with your torso.

~ Move in a clockwise direction, inhaling as you move forward and exhaling as you move back.

~ Focus on the grounding energy of your crystal, feeling its magnetic pull with each movement, drawing you deeper into the Earth.

~ Switch directions after 1.5 minutes, continuing to feel the stabilizing energy.

~ Child’s Pose (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Move into Child's Pose by sitting back on your heels, extending your arms forward, and resting your forehead on the mat.

~ Feel the front of your body, including your heart and organs, connecting to the magnetic pull of the Earth.

~ Breathe deeply, allowing the grounding energy to flow through your entire body, drawing down any excess energy.

~ Squat Pose (1 Min) ~

~ Stand with your feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, toes pointing outwards.

~ Slowly bend your knees and lower your hips into a squat.

~ If the full squat is too deep, modify by not lowering as much or using support like a block or a rolled-up towel under your heels.

~ Hold the crystal in your hands, bringing your palms together at your heart.

~ Focus on the grounding energy of the crystal and your connection to the Earth.

~ Closing Seated Pose (1-3 Mins) ~

~ Return to a seated position that is comfortable, and now take your crystal, holding it in your hands on your lap, feeling its weight.

~ Close your eyes, tuning into the crystal's energy, and repeating the words quietly or out loud. "I am safe" "I am grounded" "I am safe" "I am grounded" "I am safe" "I am grounded"

~ Take a few deep breaths, feeling the energy of the root chakra balanced and stable.

~ Thank your crystal for its support in grounding your energy, its iron content harmonizing with the Earth's core to anchor you.

~ Final Instructions ~

~ Move onto the next lesson in the series

~ Or if this is the end of your practice, if you can keep your crystal close by to connect you to the grounding energies and your set intentions

Sacral ChakraYoga & Crystals

Introduction

Welcome , This short practice will focus on working with tuning and harmonizing the energies of the sacral chakra with the support of crystals and crystal energy. The Sacral Chakra, or Svadhisthana, is located just below the navel. Its name translates as 'one's own abode' or 'one's own sweetness'. We can feel that this energy center in our body may need tending to when we experience an excess of guilt, shame, or emotional instability. Physical issues such as problems with the reproductive organs, kidneys, or lower abdomen can also indicate an imbalance in this chakra. Additionally, feeling creatively blocked or disconnected from pleasure can signal that our sacral chakra needs attention. In this practice, we will use yoga postures, movement practices, breath, and meditation with the energetic support of specific crystals known for their sacral chakra properties. Often, crystals chosen for sacral chakra work are colors that remind us of the warmth and passion such as oranges and reds. On a vibrational level, crystals for the sacral chakra often contain elements that resonate with energy of flow, and have an ability to promote fluidity and emotional balance. Today, I am working with Tiger's Eye. This is partly because of the flowing lines of solidified quartz that you can see in its veins, which help to smooth out and channel energy flow. I also like Tiger's Eye because visually it has what is called chatoyancy, that looks like the gleam in a cats eye, and inspires a more cat like instinctual and embodied energy. Other gemstone I personally like for sacral chakra work are Orange Calcite, Amber and Sunstone because of their fiery colors, but also even Moonstone and Labradorite, because even though they don't hold typical sacral chakra colors, their fluid lines and inner atomic structures have strong connections to the emotional body and an ability to work with transmutation of complexities in our lives.

Sacral Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 15 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

Crystals

~ Tiger’s Eye ~ Orange ~ Calcite ~ Amber ~ Sunstone ~ Citrine ~ Moonstone ~ Labradorite ~

~ Abdominal Breathing (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Lie on your back with your legs extended comfortably on the mat. Place your crystal on the sacral chakra area, just below the navel.

~Close your eyes taking a moment to feel the crystal on your sacral chakra, visualizing it as a supportive friend to help to bring balance into this energy system.

~ We will start with diaphragmatic breathing to flood and flush stagnant energies in our bodies.

~ Inhale deeply through your nose or mouth, expanding your belly like a balloon. Exhale fully, releasing all breath.

~ Inhale as fully as you can, taking in as much breath as possible through your nose or mouth, and then exhale fully, releasing all breath.

~ Now committ to this breath for 1 minute. Flushing your energy body with cleansing breath...imagining like youre sweeping out the cracks.

~ Now release hold of your crystal, and place it on the ground, nearby.

~ Bridge Pose (2-3 Mins) ~

~ Moving now into bridge pose to bring a focused toning energy into the sacral chakra. Bend your your knees, planting your feet on the ground hip distance apart and and walk your feet closer to your sit bones. They should be close enough that you can just barely reach down with your fingers and just barely touch your heels. Feet should be aligned, toes straight towards the end of your yoga mat.

~Plant the palms of your hands beside your hips, gently wiggle and tuck your shoulder blades in underneath you, and lift your hips towards the sky, creating a bridge shape with your body.

~Careful not to overtuck your neck and instead keep your cervical spine neutral, almost like you're holding a ball the size of a baseball between chin and chest.

~ Spend a moment here first exploring the space by tipping your pelvis in different directions, almost like there is a wide bowl of water sitting on your low belly and you are tilting and tipping the water over different edges.

~ Come to a balanced and neutral position of your pelvic bowl, imagining that the water in the bowl is now balanced and calm. Take 2-3 full length breaths here, imagining that you are creating a clear and stable channel for energy in this chakra.

~ Happy Baby Pose (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Gently release this posture, and we will move into happy baby to bring a softness into the sacral area, helping to create space for energies to move and to flush and clear energies held in the hip flexors.

~ Staying on your back, lift legs and feet and with knees bent deeply, gently grab the outer edges of your thighs ankles or outer feet. Gently pull them towards your armpits while keeping your knees bent.

~ Call your attention back to a deep and full breath, as you relax your lower back and hips. Imagine that each breath helps to soften your energy body, enhancing the flow of creativity and releasing tension from the sacral chakra.

~ Now releasing this pose and rolling onto one side, then press yourself onto hands and knees.

~ Intuitive Cirlces (on hands & knees) (1-3 Mins) ~

~ The energy of our sacral chakra is deeply connected to the fluid nature of our emotional bodies, the flow or creative and abundance.

~ Begin to make slow, intuitive circular movements with your torso. Move in any direction that feels natural and that is guided by the subtle cues of your intuitive knowing of where to go next, how deep and how long to stay.

~ As you flow, tune into your sacral chakra, for guidance, let it is energetically leading all movement from this intuitive space within you.

~ Closing Seated Pose (1-3 Mins) ~

~ Now return to a comfortable seated position.

~Hold your crystal in your hands, close your eyes and feel the crystals shape, textures and warmth. Imaging you can connect to the energies and vibrations it holds.

~ Close your eyes and repeat quietly or out loud 3 times each:

"I am creative."

“I am abundant”

“ I am in flow”

~Sitting for a moment in the energy of the sacral chakra. Imagine a glowing orange light radiating equally and in balance all directions around you.

~ Closing Instructions ~

~ Move onto the next lesson in the series

~Or if this is the end of your practice, if you can keep your crystal close by to connect you to the grounding energies and your set intentions

Solar Plexus Chakra Yoga & Crystals

Introduction

Welcome to Chakra Yoga with Crystals. This short practice will focus on energizing and balancing the Solar Plexus Chakra with the support of crystals and crystal energy. The Solar Plexus Chakra, or Manipura, is located in the upper abdomen. Its name translates as ‘city of jewels’ or ‘luminous gem.’ This energy center may need attention when we experience feelings of consistent anger and annoyance, control issues, apathy and only feeling moments of joy, or a lack of confidence or will power and discipline to make benefits choices. Physical signs of imbalance can include digestive issues, problems with the liver or pancreas, and a sense of powerlessness. In this practice, we will use specifically chosen yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation along with the energetic support of crystals that support harmony in the solar plexus chakra. I am working today with Citrine because it has a high vibrational frequency that supports our highest capacity for joy and high frequencies, a physical durability of quartz to help promote discipline and will. Often crystals chosen to support the solar plexus chakra include sunny golden yellow that inspire sunny, playful energies and confidence. Other crystals I like for the solar plexus are pyrite, yellow aventurine, honey calcite, bumblebee jasper and tigers eye.

Solar Plexus Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 20 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

Crystals

~ Citrine ~ Pyrite ~ Yellow Aventurine ~ Honey Calcite ~Bumblebee ~ Jasper ~ Tiger’s Eye ~

~ Standing/ Fire Breath (1-2 Mins) ~

~We begin this practice standing, to ignite our core strength, and clear energies in the solar plexus chakra with a pranayama or breath practice called Fire Breath.

~ Feet are hip width apart. Lift your crystal in both your hands and hold with straight arms above your head. This breath is done through your nose.

~ Take a deep breath in through your nose, filling your abdomen with air.

~And exhale in short rapid, strong breaths through your nose, pulling your navel in toward your spine as you exhale.

~ Continue for 50 - 100 rounds of this rapid breaths, focusing on your solar plexus and the energies of igniting this inner fire to burn away stagnant energy, resentments, self-doubt.

~ 5,4,3,2,1 and now come to a normal breath, bring your crystal to your solar plexus, close your eyes and imagine the strength and power within you being amplified and harmonized.

~ Spinal Rotations (1 Min) ~

~ Place your crystal onto the ground about 2 feet in front of you and come to standing, hip width apart, begin to rotate from side to side, letting your arms and hands flap even gently slapping against your side waist, to wake up and clear the vital organs.

~ Chair Pose (1 Min) ~

~ Now back to center, feet come together , bend your knees and lower into chair pose.

~ Extend your arms overhead, keeping your back straight and core engaged.

~ Fix your gaze and focus on your crystal, intending for its energies and yours can merge to strengthen your inner strength and confidence.

~ Warrior III (Both sides) (1 Min) ~

~ Rise back up to standing.

~From standing, shift your weight onto one leg and extend the other leg straight back, bringing your torso parallel to the floor.

~Extend your arms forward, holding your focus on your crystal.

~ Focus on balancing and drawing power from your solar plexus, calling in the crystal's energy for support and confidence.

~ Repeat on other side

~ Downward Dog (1 Min) ~

~ From Warrior III, step back into Downward Dog with your hands and feet pressing into the mat.

~ Grounding and energizing your hands and feet as you stretch and strengthen your sit bone up towards the sky.

~ Plank Pose (1 Min) ~

~ Release here, come to your knees and role out your wrists.

~ Now set up for Plank Pose, or what looks like the top of a push up, either on toes, or modified on knees.

~ Engage your core and commitment.

~Focus the power and tone your core, building your stability and confidence.

~ Side Plank (1-2 Mins) ~

~ From Plank Pose, lower to your knees, place your left hand into the center of your mat and rotate into side plank.

~ Stay on knees or extend your legs.

~ Reach your right arm to the sky. Lift your core away from the earth to activate the power of the solar plexus chakra.

~ Come back through center to reset, lower to knees. Now place your right hand into the center of your mat and rotate to side plank on the other side.

~ Stay on your knees or extend your legs. Left arm reaches and power up your core to keep your waist lifting towards the sky.

~ Release this posture and come to a position on your knees, preparing for a modified Camel Pose.

~ Camel Pose (Modified) (1 Min) ~

~ This posture encourages a shining energy that begins at the solar plexus and radiates up through the heart.

~ Kneel on the floor with your knees hip-width apart. Ensure your feet are pointing straight back. Toes can be tucked for more stability and grounding.

~ Now reach your arms around and place your hands on your lower back for support, keeping your fingers pointing downwards.

~ Keep a gentle engagement and grounding in your lower abdominal to protect your low back, and at the same time gently press your chest towards the sky.

~ Focus on your breath and the radiant energy of your solar plexus shining outwards and upwards.

~ Release this pose and we will complete this practice sitting comfortably once again holding your crystal in your hands directly on your solar plexus.

~ Seated Posture (2-3 Mins) ~

~ Close your eyes. Take a few deep breaths, tuning into the crystal’s vibrant energy. Repeat quietly or out loud 3 times:

“I am powerful.”

“I am joyful.”

“I am confident.”

~ Imagine the energy in your solar plexus chakra glowing like a radiant sun shining outwards in all directions.

~ Closing Instructions ~

~ Move onto the next lesson in the series or if this is the end of your practice, if you can keep your crystal close by to connect you to the grounding energies and your set intentions.

Heart Chakra Yoga & Crystals

Introduction

Heart Chakra Yoga with Crystals Welcome, this short yoga practice with crystal to focus on energizing and balancing the Heart Chakra. The Heart Chakra, or Anahata, is located at the center of the chest. Its name translates as 'unstruck' or 'unhurt.' This energy center may be calling for attention when we experience feelings of sadness, grief, jealousy, or an inability to forgive. Physical signs of imbalance can include respiratory issues, heart problems, and poor circulation. In this practice, we’ll use specifically chosen yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation with the energetic support of crystals that support harmony in the heart chakra. I am working today with Rose Quartz , because in terms of matters of the heart, it is one of the most powerful. It has a dual nature of both incredible strength which is often needed in matters of the heart and also qualities of lightness that is vital to keeping our hearts feeling 'unstruck' and still open to life. Crystals chosen for heart chakra work are often pinks or greens to connect to the vibrations of this energy center. Other crystals I like for the heart chakra are Green Aventurine, Rhodonite, Moss Agate, and Jade, to name a few.

Heart Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 20 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

Crystals

~ Rose Quartz ~ Green Aventurine ~ Rhodonite ~ Moss Agate ~ Emerald ~ Jade ~

~ Seated Meditation (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Sit comfortably on your mat with your legs crossed. Hold your crystal in both hands, placing it over your heart center.

~ Close your eyes and take a moment to connect with the crystal's energy, visualizing a warm, green light radiating from your heart.

~ Heart Tapping (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Sit comfortably with your spine straight. Use your fingertips to gently tap your heart center.

~ Continue tapping rhythmically, focusing on awakening and energizing your heart chakra.

~ Cow Face Pose (1 Min each side) ~

~ Sit with your legs crossed, then stack your right knee over your left knee, bringing your feet to the outside of your hips.

~ Reach your right arm up and over your head, bending the elbow to bring your hand down your back. Reach your left arm behind your back and try to clasp your hands together.

~ If you can't clasp your hands, use a strap or towel to bridge the gap. Lift your chest and breathe deeply.

~ This pose opens the chest and shoulders, encouraging the heart to expand and release emotional tension. Repeat on the other side

~ Thread the Needle (1 Min each side) ~

~ Transition to your hands and knees in a tabletop position.

~ Slide your right arm under your left arm, resting your right shoulder and temple on the mat.

~ Extend your left arm forward or rest it on your back. Breathe deeply into your upper back and shoulder.

~Repeat on the other side:

~ Transition back to your hands and knees.

~ Slide your left arm under your right arm, resting your left shoulder and temple on the mat.

~ Extend your right arm forward or rest it on your back. Breathe deeply into your upper back and shoulder.

~ Sphinx Pose (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Lie on your belly, bringing your forearms to the mat with elbows under your shoulders.

~ Press into your forearms, lifting your chest and gently arching your back.

~ Breathe deeply, feeling the gentle opening in your heart and chest.

~ Restorative Supported Heart Opening (2-4 Mins) ~

~ Transition to lay on your back with a bolster or a rolled-up blanket under your heart area to lift it gently.

~ Place your crystal on your heart center. Let your arms rest comfortably at your sides.

~ Close your eyes and focus on the crystal's energy, visualizing a warm, healing light spreading from your heart throughout your body.

~ Closing Pose~

~ Sit up comfortably, or stay laying down holding your crystal in your hands over your heart.

~ Close your eyes and repeat quietly or out loud 3 times:

"I am love."

"I am open."

"I am peace.”

~ Take a few deep breaths, feeling the energy of the heart chakra balanced and harmonious.

~ Closing Instructions ~

~ Move onto the next lesson in the series.

~ If this is the end of your practice you can keep your crystal close by to connect you to the energies and your set intentions.

Throat ChakraYoga & Crystals

Introduction

Welcome, this short practice will focus on energizing and balancing the Throat Chakra with the support of crystals and their unique vibrations. The Throat Chakra, or Vishuddha, is located at the throat. Its name translates as ‘purity’ or ‘purification.’ This energy center may be calling for attention when we experience difficulty in expressing ourselves, fear of speaking, or issues with communication. Physical signs of imbalance can include throat or thyroid problems, neck pain, and laryngitis. In this practice, we’ll use specifically chosen yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation with the energetic support of crystals that support harmony in the Throat Chakra. I am working today with Lapis Lazuli, because of its ability to enhance communication and self-expression while also providing a deep sense of peace. Lapis Lazuli can really connect us also to higher energies, so that the communication we do have is coming from the place of greatest frequency possible. Typically, crystals worked with for the throat chakra are blues and aquas...or really think oceanic colours, and their energies are often that that encourage flowing and expansive energy, as well as calm and soothing. Other crystals I like for the Throat Chakra are Aquamarine, Blue Lace Agate, Sodalite, Apatite and Amazonite.

Throat Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 20 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

Crystals

~ Lapis Lazuli ~ Sodalite ~ Amazonite ~ Blue Lace ~ Agate ~ Apatite ~ Aquamarine ~

~ Standing/ Hum (1 Min) ~

~ Begin in a comfortable standing position with your feet hip-width apart. Hold your crystal in your hand in front of your throat.

~ Take a deep breath in through your nose.

~ On the exhale, hum gently, feeling the vibration in your throat. This helps to clear and activate the Throat Chakra.

~ Continue for several breaths, focusing on the vibrational energy of your crystal and the sound.

~ Release and place your crystal on the ground close to you.

~ Goddess Pose / Ha Sound (1 Min) ~

~ From standing, step your feet wide apart and turn your toes out slightly. Bend your knees and lower your hips, coming into Goddess Pose.

~ Bring your arms up, bending at the elbows with palms facing forward.

~Inhale deeply through your nose.

~On the exhale, make a strong “HA” sound, releasing any tension in your throat. Continue like this, sounding HA - HA - HA - HA

~ By sounding in this deep squat we can work to clear energy stored even as deep as the hips, up and out through the vibration of sound.

~ Neck Rolls (1 Min) ~

~ Move to a seated or kneeling position. Slowly roll your neck in gentle half circles circles, first in one direction, then the other.

~ Breathe deeply and mindfully, releasing any tension in your neck and throat.

~Imagine that you are flossing the energy in your Throat Chakra as you move like this mindfully.

~ Seated Side Bend with Wide Legs (1 Min each side) ~

~ Now take your legs out to wide to the side.

~Place your left hand on the floor beside you.

~ Inhale, lift your right arm overhead.

~ Exhale, lean to the left, feeling the stretch along the right side of your body.

~ When you perform a side bend, you stretch the muscles along the sides of your torso. This action can help release tension in the intercostal muscles (between the ribs) and create more space for the lungs to expand fully. An improved lung capacity can enhance breath control and promote better vocal expression, which is key for a balanced Throat Chakra.

~ Repeat on the other side.

~Come back through center

~ Place your right hand on the floor beside you.

~ Inhale, lift your left arm overhead.

~Exhale, lean to the right, feeling the stretch along the left side of your body.

~ The Throat Chakra is closely linked to the flow of prana (life force energy) in the body. Seated Side Bend helps to stimulate the energy channels (nadis) along the sides of the torso.

~ Supine Windshield Washer (1-2 Min each side) ~

~ Lie on your back, and take your arms out long to the sides.

~ Walk your feet in close to your hips and begin a windshield wiper motion with the knees going one way and the head turning the other, to gently flush any tension in head, neck and spine.

~ Fish Pose (1 Min) ~

~ Lie on your back with your legs extended. Place your hands under your hips, palms down.

~Ensure your fingers point towards your feet and tuck your elbows close to your torso.

~Press your forearms and elbows into the ground, lifting your chest and gently dropping your head back, opening your throat.

~ Let the crown of your head rest lightly on the ground, creating a gentle arch in your upper back.

~ Breathe deeply, focusing on the expansion and openness in your Throat Chakra.

~ Inhale, feel your chest expand and your throat open.

~ Exhale, release any tension in your throat area.

~ Stay in the pose for 5-10 breaths

~ Gently lift your head and lower your chest to the ground.

~ Remove your hands from under your hips and rest in a neutral position, observing the effects of the pose.

~ Savasana & Affirmation ~

~ Now lay down and place your crystal on your throat if possible.

~ Close your eyes and take a moment to connect with the crystal's energy, visualizing a bright blue light radiating from your throat.

“I express myself clearly.”

“I express my highest truth”

~ Take a few deep breaths, feeling the energy of the Throat Chakra balanced and harmonious.

~ Closing Instructions ~

~ Move onto the next lesson in the series or if this is the end of your practice, if you can keep your crystal close by to connect you to the grounding energies and your set intentions.

Third Eye ChakraYoga & Crystals

Introduction

Welcome. This short practice will focus on energizing and balancing the Third Eye Chakra with the support of crystals and their unique vibrations. The Third Eye Chakra, or Ajna, is located between the eyebrows. Its name translates to "perceive" or "command." This energy center may be calling for attention when we experience difficulty in intuition, lack of clarity, or issues with vision and insight. Physical signs of imbalance can include headaches, vision problems, and sinus issues. In this practice, we’ll use specifically chosen yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation with the energetic support of crystals that support harmony in the Third Eye Chakra. I am working today with Amethyst because of its ability to enhance intuition and spiritual awareness while also providing a deep sense of calm. Amethyst can really connect us to higher energies, so that the insight we gain comes from the place of greatest clarity possible. Typically, crystals worked with for the Third Eye Chakra are purples and indigos, reflecting the deep, intuitive energies associated with this chakra. Other crystals I like for the Third Eye Chakra are Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Fluorite, and Labradorite.

Third Eye Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Approx 10 - 20 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

~ Amethyst ~ Labradorite ~ Moonstone ~ Lapis Lazuli ~ Fluorite ~ Sodalite ~

~ Alternate Nostril Breathing (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Find a comfortable seated position with a straight spine and relaxed shoulders. Hold your crystal in your left hand.

~ Close your right nostril with your right thumb.

~Inhale deeply through your left nostril.

~Close your left nostril with your right ring finger, release your right nostril, and exhale through the right nostril.

~ Inhale through the right nostril.

~ Close the right nostril, release the left nostril, and exhale through the left nostril.

~ Continue this pattern for 2 minutes, focusing on balancing the energy and enhancing clarity in your Third Eye Chakra.

~ Release and place your crystal somewhere nearby.

~ Dolphin Pose (1 Min) ~

Crystals

~ Move into Dolphin Pose from a kneeling position. Place your forearms on the ground with your shoulders stacked above your elbows.

~Tuck your toes and lift your hips towards the sky, forming an inverted "V" shape.

~ Press your forearms into the ground, keep your head off the floor, and gaze towards your feet.

~ Breathe deeply, focusing on the space between your eyebrows and the activation of your Third Eye Chakra.

~ Standing Forward Fold (1 Min) ~

~ Seated Forward Fold (1-2 Mins) ~

~ Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

~ Bend forward from the hips, letting your head hang heavy and your neck relax.

~Reach for your toes, shins, or place your hands on the ground.

~Breathe deeply, allowing gravity to release tension and enhance intuition and clarity.

~ Sit with your legs extended in front of you.

~ Inhale, lengthen your spine.

~Exhale, fold forward from the hips, reaching for your feet or shins. Let your head and neck relax.

~Breathe deeply, focusing on the expansion and openness in the Third Eye Chakra.

~ Seated Meditation (1-5 Mins) ~

~ Sit comfortably in a cross-legged position. Place your crystal in your hands and imagine it connecting intuitvely to your 3rd Eye Chakra.

~ Close your eyes and focus your attention on the space between your eyebrows.

~ Notice any sensation, vibrations, or colors that might be present.

~ Now imagine an indigo light in this energy center growing brighter and more expansive in all directions around you. Penetrating the space, and opening channels to intuitive and higher guidance.

~Stay here.

~ Affirmation ~

~ Repeat silently or out loud:

"I am intuitive and insightful"

"I am connected to my inner wisdom."

~In this space trusting the power of your intention mingle with the energies of your crystal to bring more balance and activation into your third eye.

~ Completing this practice to move on to the next, or else continuing your day, keeping your crystal close by to call on these energies of 3rd eye awareness.

~ Closing Instructions ~

Crown Chakra Yoga & Crystals

Welcome. This short practice will focus on energizing and balancing the Crown Chakra with the support of crystals and their unique vibrations. The Crown Chakra, or Sahasrara, is located at the top of the head. Its name translates to "thousand-petaled" or "lotus." This energy center may need attention when we experience feelings of disconnection, lack of purpose, or spiritual confusion. Physical signs of imbalance can include headaches, fatigue, and issues with mental clarity. In this practice, we’ll use specifically chosen yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation with the energetic support of crystals that promote harmony in the Crown Chakra. I am working today with Clear Quartz due to its ability to amplify energy and enhance spiritual connection, providing clarity and a deeper sense of consciousness. Clear Quartz can help align us with higher frequencies, supporting our spiritual growth and enlightenment. Typically, crystals used for the Crown Chakra are clear or violet, reflecting the high vibrational energies associated with this chakra. Other crystals I like for the Crown Chakra are Amethyst, Selenite, and Celestite.

Crown Chakra Yoga with Crystals

Introduction

Approx 10 - 20 Mins (depending on lengths you hold postures)

~ Clear Quartz ~ Amethyst ~ Lepidolite ~ Selenite ~ Celestite ~ Moonstone ~

~ Mountain Pose (1 Min) ~

~ Place your crystal in the space on the ground in front of you.

~ Stand with feet hip-width apart and weight evenly distributed. Open palms facing forward to receive energy.

~ Ground feet into the earth and lengthen the spine, reaching the top of your head towards the sky.

~ Invite a feeling of connection between your Crown Chakra and the vastness above, calling in clarity and awareness of your highest self.

~ Breathe deeply and evenly, envisioning a radiant light expanding from the top of your head.

~ Dancer Pose (1 Min Each Side) ~

Crystals

~ Reclining Lotus Pose (3-5 Mins) ~

~ Shift weight to one foot and lift the opposite foot towards your glutes, holding it with your hand. Extend the other arm forward or up, balancing on one leg.

~ The name of this pose in Sanskrit, is named after Nataraja, or the the Lord of the Dance. This pose symbolizes the dynamic and graceful flow of energy that dances within all of life.

~ Feel the balance and grace of the pose as a reflection of the dance of the universe, connecting you with the expansive energy of the Crown Chakra.

~ Repeat on other side

~ Shift weight to the other foot and lift the opposite foot towards your glutes, holding it with your hand. Extend the other arm forward or up, balancing on one leg.

~ As you hold, focus your gaze softly on the Clear Quartz in front of you. Visualize the light from the crystal merging with the energy of the pose, expanding and connecting with the Crown Chakra.

~ Release the posture and lay down on your mat

~ Place your crystal at the top of your mat, and now lie on your back with a bolster or blankets under your knees and lower back for support. Bring the soles of your feet together and let your knees fall out to the sides, using props as needed.

~ Place your hands gently on your abdomen or beside you.

~ Inhale deeply through your nose for a count of 4, filling your body with breath.

~Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of 8, releasing tension and clearing your mind.

~Again at your own speed, a 4 count in - breath, and an 8 count out breath.

~This particular breathing exercise, because of its pace, encourages the nervous system into a space of safety and relaxation.

~ The lotus pose, and also the lotus of the crown chakra symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and spiritual awakening, representing the blossoming of consciousness.

~ Visualize a lotus flower blooming at the top of your head, with each breath helping it to open and connect with higher consciousness.

~ Seated Meditation ~

~ Now gently release this posture and make your way to a seated position, where your spine is straight to allow for a smooth channel for higher energies. Hold your crystal in your hands if you like.

~Once again, tune into the space above your head, imagining it like an open portal for connection to your higher self. Repeat the following affirmations silently.

"I am divine."

"I am connected."

"I am spirit."

~ Imagine there is a glowing white energy at the crown chakra expanding in all directions equally, in balance and in harmony.

~ Closing Instructions ~

~ As you continue the rest of your day, keep your crystal close by to connect to the intentions and energies you have infused into its memory