What might our Boulderite readers want to read about today? What do I want to learn more about today? What might I know that I’d like to share and expand? While keeping in mind that our underlying modus operandi is to motivate, educate, and to promote positivism, we subject ourselves to few limitations. We are not interested in great controversy for this AboutBoulder world. Political argument and discussion, for example, have numerous sources representing widely divergent points of view. There is little gap that we are choosing to fill. However, basic curiosity and a desire to explore strange new worlds always has room for exploration!

The atomic arrangement of a quartz crystal illustrates its symmetry. It is composed of silicon atoms (Si) and oxygen (O) atoms in a very regular arrangement.

What do I want to explore today? What exploration might be of interest to my readers? Today I am interested in crystals. As a youngster I collected rocks, minerals, and the like. As an occasionally mature adult, I find that I’m interested in crystals as tools. The history of crystals as metaphysical tools is almost as old as rock! Created by great heat and pressure, or simply by dissolving too much of a salt in water making a “super-saturated” solution from which crystals can be grown on a string, crystals are beautiful, fascinating, and as I learn more, very useful. As tools to assist in everything from healing to purifying to meditation, crystals are long-used and have inspired the confidence of many.

I do NOT offer medical advice, am not a medical doctor, and proper Eastern and Western medicine should not be neglected.

However, the metaphysical can certainly supplement these more conventional practices. Since my latest interest in is crystals, I wanted to take a deeper look into the what and how of these sparkly gems of fascination.

Amongst those who employ crystals for various purposes, there seems to be general agreement about the properties of specific crystals for specific purposes. While one might be used for protection, another might be used to clarify thinking. What is most interesting is that they work regardless of whether or not you believe that they work. “Every day in every way, I’m getting better and better and better” is an affirmation of great facility. I believe that it works regardless of whether or not you believe the contents of the affirmation are accurate. While your conscious mind might have doubts, your subconscious is far more literal. Saying it does make it so. It is the same with using crystals. While confidence in your knowledge and focus in using crystals as tools can make them more effective, that understanding and study is not necessary. It is however quite useful and fascinating.

I’m selecting the quartz crystal as a starting point, since many perceive it as the most basic and important of the crystal tools. I think they look really cool also!

Quartz crystals are considered by many to be one of the most fundamental and versatile tools in metaphysical practices. They are often referred to as the “master healer” because they are believed to have the ability to amplify energy and intention, making them a go-to crystal for various spiritual and healing purposes. While some practitioners feel it important to point out that there are specific basic properties of quartz crystals which can be observed, measured, and applied, I see that as a possible distraction. The piezoelectric effect is a good example of quartz crystals at work in the “normal” world of physics, chemistry, electronics, and more.

Here are some common metaphysical uses of quartz crystals:

1. Energy Amplification: Quartz is thought to enhance and amplify energy. This makes it useful in practices like meditation, energy healing, and crystal grids. People often use quartz to boost the energy of other crystals or to strengthen their intentions.
2. Healing: Quartz is frequently used in healing practices. It’s believed to have the ability to cleanse and balance the body’s energy field, or aura, and to help harmonize the mind, body, and spirit. Some people place quartz crystals on specific areas of the body to facilitate healing.
3. Meditation and Clarity: Many practitioners use quartz during meditation to enhance clarity and focus. It’s thought to help clear the mind of distractions and allow for deeper contemplation and spiritual insight.
4. Protection: Quartz crystals are also used as protective stones. They are believed to create a protective shield around the user, deflecting negative energies and promoting a sense of safety.
5. Manifestation: Quartz is often used to manifest intentions. By holding or focusing on a quartz crystal while visualizing a specific goal or desire, people believe they can attract and manifest that intention more effectively.
6. Spiritual Growth: Quartz is associated with spiritual development. It is thought to enhance psychic abilities, open the third eye, and connect the user to higher consciousness or spiritual guides.Chakra Balancing: Clear quartz is particularly associated with the crown chakra, but it is also used to balance and align all the chakras. It is considered a versatile crystal that can clear energy blockages and promote overall energetic alignment.

Quartz is often considered the most basic and important crystal in metaphysical practices because of its wide range of uses and its reputed ability to work synergistically with other crystals. Its versatility makes it a foundational tool in crystal healing, meditation, and energy work. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, quartz crystals are often seen as an essential part of any metaphysical toolkit.

Next: so how do I use these things? Does size or price matter? Is bigger better? What specific practices are generally employed in working with quartz and with other crystals?

Lenny Lensworth Frieling

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Leonard Frieling Pen Of Justice

• Multi-published and syndicated blogger and author.
• University lectures at University. of Colorado, Boulder, Denver University Law School, Univ. of New Mexico, Las Vegas NM, and many other schools at all levels. Numerous lectures for the NORML Legal Committee
• Former Judge
• Media work, including episodes of Fox’s Power of Attorney, well in excess of many hundreds media interviews, appearances, articles, and podcasts, including co-hosting Time For Hemp for two years.
• Life Member, NORML Legal Committee, Distinguished Counsel Circle.
• Photographer of the Year, AboutBoulder 2023
• First Chair and Originator of the Colorado Bar Association’s Cannabis Law Committee, a National first.
• Previous Chair, Boulder Criminal Defense Bar (8 years)
• Twice chair Executive Counsel, Colorado Bar Association Criminal Law Section
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• Board Member Emeritus, Colorado NORML, and prior chair during legalization, as well as pre and post legalization
• Chair, Colorado NORML, 7 years including during the successful effort to legalize recreational pot in Colorado
• Senior Counsel Emeritus to the Boulder Law firm Dolan + Zimmerman LLP : (720)-610-0951
• Board member, Author, and Editor for Criminal Law Articles for the Colorado Lawyer, primary publication of the Colorado Bar Assoc. 7 Years, in addition to having 2 Colorado Lawyer cover photos, and numerous articles for the Colorado Lawyer monthly publication.
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