The Power of Amethyst in crystal healing Therapy ?
Complementary and alternative medicine practitioners frequently use crystals to aid in
healing the mind and body.
One such crystal is the purple amethyst, which is thought to be powerful. While
ayurvedic and natural health practitioners may recommend using amethysts for
healing, not much scientific research supports their use.
Keep reading to find out about the potential healing properties of amethysts, plus
more about other crystals used for mental and physical healing.
Purported amethyst powers for
healing
Ayurvedic medicine practitioners, crystal healers, reiki practitioners, and other
alternative and complementary medicine practitioners may use amethysts for
the following purposes.
Physical health claims
According to online claims, amethysts are said to have several
physical healing properties, including:
• enhancing the immune system
• improving endocrine function
• improving the skin’s appearance
• promoting digestive health
• reducing headaches
• regulating hormones
These are all scientifically unproven claims, however. While some of these
benefits may be real, the scientific community views research as proof of
effectiveness — and in this case, there hasn’t been much of it.
Emotional and mental health claims
Amethysts have been the subject of legend and myth, including one about
mental health.
In Greek mythology, a titan named Rhea gave the god of wine, Dionysus, an
amethyst to help preserve his sanity. In fact, this myth led the ancient Romans
to believe that amethysts could keep them from getting drunk.
Today natural health practitioners don’t use amethysts for the same purpose
as the Romans, though some do use them in treating addiction.
Instead, amethysts are said to promote serenity and calm. Those who work
with crystals may use the gemstones as a way to help reduce your anxiety
and perceptions of pain.
Yet, scientists haven’t proven any of these claims regarding amethyst’s ability
to enhance mental health.
Metaphysical properties claim
Amethysts are reported to open a person’s third eye. The third eye is
considered to be a source of power and wisdom.
Crystal practitioners believe a person can use amethysts to enhance or
sharpen spiritual visions and enlightenment. Again, these are scientifically
unproven claims.
Metaphysical crystal practitioners may also believe that amethyst geodes or
crystals placed in your home will absorb negative energy and create an air of
tranquility in the space.
Plus, they claim that amethysts help block electromagnetic frequencies and
“geopathic stress” that can foster negativity. This is said to occur when
human-made objects disrupt the earth’s natural energy.
Amethyst uses
If you’d like to try out the reported healing benefits of amethysts for yourself,
here are a few ways you can incorporate them into your life:
• Carry a small amethyst crystal in your pocket or purse.
• Wear jewelry made from amethysts, such as a necklace, bracelet, or
ring.
• Place amethyst crystals or geodes in your home.
Alternative medicine practitioners may use amethysts and other crystals in
healing by placing them around the body. Or, they might place them on the
parts of the body associated with different chakras or energy paths.
Other ways to use crystals include:
• carrying them with you
• drinking from crystal-infused water bottles (best to purchase from a
trusted manufacturer)
• manifesting, such as holding the crystal and speaking a wish or hope
• meditating
• placing them in a bath (just make sure the crystal can be in water)