Archive for January, 2009

Using Healing Crystals and Feng Shui to Improve Your Life Style

Friday, January 30th, 2009
Groshan Fabiola asked:


FENG SHUI USING HEALING CRYSTAL CLEARING STONES & ‘I’ CHING COINS

Have you ever noticed how some spaces are filled with a sense of peace and calm, while others make you feel uneasy or sad, or anxious to leave? This is because spaces become saturated with the residual energy of everything that happens there.

Clearing your living or working environment of all chaotic, negative, and stale energy will result not only in an immediate and noticeable transformation of the ‘vibe’ of your space, but also in an increased sense of well-being for all of its inhabitants.

Space Clearing is a simple technique that effectively cleanses any space of this energy residue, resulting in a fresh, vibrant, and healthy environment. It is so important that you clearly understand that the power of the space clearing ritual arises from your clear and strong desire to enact change in your life. Your intention creates a field of energy that acts as a magnetic force for drawing your desires to you. What you focus on is what you will create. Space clearing is an exercise in getting clear about your intentions.

Crystals are a light cure and are able to radiate light into the home. Place clear quartz crystals near a window to admire the sparkle of light being emitted into the home. Crystals are able to break up chi in the home by illuminating it and dispersing the negative chi and replacing it with vibrant chi from the sun. The crystal is a medium to bring the sun into more areas of the home. Play with the crystal and you can see the little rainbows dance throughout the room.

Feng Shui crystals come in all sizes, colours and shapes, and you choose the correct colour for your intention. Feng Shui, is pronounced Fung Shway, and literally means ‘wind and waters’.

Traditional methods to enhance and distribute Chi energy

Here are the most common methods used to direct and balance chi. Experiment by placing different items in specific positions. Keep a diary of what you do and what effects and changes you notice in your daily life.

FISH BOWLS – are great to strengthen the WATER element to attract chi, wealth and prosperity. If you can’t have a live aquarium, try hanging a ‘water’ type painting. Especially important when there is no other view of water.

LIVING PLANTS - Pot plants and flowers enhance and energise the element of WOOD. Use them in corners of your living and dining room but not in the kitchen or bedroom. Look after your plants, keep them healthy and vigourous.

CANDLES AND LIGHTS – use these to energise the element of FIRE. Glaring lights are inauspicious whereas bright but subtle lights are favourable. Candles bring life and Yang energy to dead and dark corners. They are very good for balancing odd-shaped rooms.

CRYSTALS – are an ancient way of energising the EARTH element. Healing Crystals reflect the light helping to disperse chi into smaller, more beneficial proportions. Hang a glass bell in the rays of the rising sun for good fortune.

METAL CHIMES AND BELLS – are very good to energise the METAL element. Metal chimes connect with the wind and bring chi into a room or house. To moderate strong chi, hang near the entrance or window. Hollow chimes channel chi upwards.

To assist with CLEARING, carry 4 QUARTZ crystals with 3 ‘I’ Ching coins on a length of red ribbon to hang the coins for good luck.

To assist with GOOD FORTUNE, carry 4 JADE crystals with 3 ‘I’ Ching coins on a length of red ribbon to hang the coins for good luck.

To assist with GOOD HEALTH, carry 4 AVENTURINE crystals with 3 ‘I’ Ching coins on a length of red ribbon to hang the coins for good luck.

To assist with MEDITATION, carry 4 AMETHYST crystals with 3 ‘I’ Ching coins on a length of red ribbon to hang the coins for good luck.

To assist with ROMANCE AND LOVE, carry 4 ROSE QUARTZ crystals with 3 ‘I’ Ching coins on a length of red ribbon to hang the coins for good luck.

For more resources about Feng Shui or even about Healing Crystals or especially about I Ching Coins please review these pages.



Jay
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A Guide to Crystal Chandeliers

Friday, January 30th, 2009
Lightingshowplace.com asked:


Purchasing a crystal chandelier is similar to buying a diamond. Not all crystal is created equal. Crystal may be machine-cut, hand cut or molded. The cost of your chandelier can fluctuate drastically depending on the quality of crystal you choose. Most fixtures are available in four qualities of crystal.

Lights of Distinction - the Crystorama Lighting Group and James R. Moder are two of the largest manufacturers of Crystal Chandeliers.

Strass Crystal:

Strass Crystal is considered the finest in the world. Strass is manufactured by Swarovski AG in the Austrian Alps. Strass is an optically pure crystal, clear as spring water, totally free of flaws, unique in purity and brilliance. Strass crystal is characterized by razor-sharp cutting of facets (surfaces) with the lead content in excess of 30 percent. Cutting and polishing are done by machine to achieve perfect optical clarity. Strass crystals are treated with an invisible coating, which eliminates dust attraction and makes it easier to clean and maintain. Each crystal (over 12mm) has the distinct STRASS® laser engraved signature, identifying it as a genuine STRASS® Crystal .

Swarovski Spectra Crystal:

A passion for perfection has made Swarovski the world leader in the production of cut crystal. Swarovski & Co., manufacturer of Strass Crystal, has created a new alternative quality crystal. Swarovski has used advanced technology with olde world knowledge to produce a brilliant crystal with precision cutting and superior light reflection. This crystal type is designed for a crystal connoisseur demanding quality at an affordable price.

Imperial Crystal (Available only through James R Moder):

Imperial crystal dressed chandeliers contain brilliant crystals created by precision cutting sourced from Austria , Egypt , Turkey and the Czech Republic . The Imperial crystal is a combination of quality crystals to achieve a great look at an excellent price point.

Regal Crystal (James R Moder) / Majestic Wood Polish Crystal (Crystorama):

This crystal is cut by hand in two stages on an iron and then a sandstone wheel. Each crystal is then polished on a wood wheel with marble dust. These methods go back centuries. If you look closely you will notice faint traces of the wood-wheel attesting, the concentrated labor of the artisan. This is a mark of authenticity. Each piece is a unique and original masterpiece.

Italian Crystal:

Italian crystal also known as Venetian Crystal (from the glass-making regions in and around Venice ) is molded not cut. You will notice a rounding of edges that comes from fire polishing. Molded crystal, though never as brilliant as cut crystal has a subtle charm and is an exceptional value. It is an ideal budget crystal for heavily dressed chandeliers.



Brenda
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How to make a crystal smooth?

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
daisyyyyyx asked:


I have a science project where I have to grow an alum crystal. I’ve got the growing part fine; i grew it to be about the size of two golfballs put together. The problem is, my teacher grades on the shape and smoothness of the crystal. My crystal is big, but there are tiny litle crystals growing on the outside so it makes it look really ugly and rigid. Any tips on how i could fix that without ruining the whole crystal? Thanksss.

Veronica
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How can I tell the difference between genuine rock crystal beads and regular crystal beads?

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
pistol asked:


I am trying to purchase a rock crystal rosary and would like to know how to tell the difference. I heard that you could tell by how fast they warm up when you hold them but can’t remember the specifics.

Irene
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Understanding Crystals

Saturday, January 17th, 2009
Lynn Claridge asked:


I am sure you have heard of crystal healing, and you are probably thinking how they work, but you are not sure. Perhaps you are saying to yourself, it is just something made up or it is in someone’s imagination. Well, here is the science behind working with crystals that may just help you understand crystals and the power of the crystal.

Firstly, to start Understanding crystals you have to accept they are a unique part of life. They are used for many things, both spiritual and physical. For example, quartz crystals are commonly used in battery operated watches to keep time, silicon crystals are grown to make computer chips.

When you start to learn crystal healing you have to understand crystals are living vibrations of the Universe. A crystal frequency is a form of energy sent by one person through a crystal to another person; this causes the person who is unwell to go back to an energetic state of well-being.

When you understand crystal healing you can change your thoughts, emotions and actions. The idea many people have is that you have to remove negative thoughts and feelings. This is not true! What you really need to do is transform your thoughts by feeding them positive thoughts. For example, feed your anger with peace; feed your hate with love and so on. When you understand crystals you can do this very easily.

Once your thoughts are transformed, the feelings, actions and your ultimate experience is altered to reflect your new found reality, as opposed to your old reality. This is the understanding of crystals.

Working with crystals allows you to work on the physical, mental, emotional and negative part of the body. Crystal treatment directs the flow of energy to the part of the body that needs healing; bringing balance to the energy flow, ultimately to learn crystal healing is to understand how the crystals cleanse you of negative energy and alleviates your physical ailments.

When working with crystals you will find they heal everyday complaints, from headaches, migraines, menstrual cramps, stress, insomnia and the inability to concentrate. It is easy to understand how to enhance your surroundings and your work place with the power of crystals. They help ease tension calm the body and mind and they boost the energy levels. Once you learn crystal healing you will benefit your body in ways you can not image.

The power of the crystal is by its nature calming and relaxing. Painful conditions often seem to make the body tense. This pain can pervert the proper flow of healing energy, blood, oxygen and nutrients. When you understand crystal healing you can ease the pain and release blockages within your body. The crystals help stimulate the bodies own healing mechanism allowing it to work in the area of pain.

The power of the crystals will change your well-being and help your body with everyday stress. Do not take my word for it, try it yourself, you will be surprised by the results. I was and that’s why I took up crystal healing therapy.



Rosa
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What is the difference between nintendo ds lite white and crystal white?

Friday, January 9th, 2009
David S asked:


What is the difference between nintendo ds lite white and crystal white?

I’d like to know if the two colors are different and i have read on the web that the crystal white color is new. I am just wondering if these two are different colors then is the crystal white color in the U.S yet or only in japan. Also, i am having second thoughts about buying a DS Lite because i dont want to buy it and then find out there is another new system or program for the ds or sumthing like that. PLEASE HELP ME!
O yea i forgot to mention there is also a Nintendo DS Polar White. Is the nintendo polar white the same as the coral white and the crystal white or is all three colors different?

Susan

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How can you tell if its glass or crystal?

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
C’est Comme Un Rêve asked:


I bought a sphere (a simple ball…) but I don’t know if its glass or crystal.
I accidentally dropped it several times and it didn’t break, if that may help in deciding.

Micheal
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