If you’re browsing the content here at Astrology Answers, there is an excellent chance that you’re already familiar with the incredible healing power of crystals. But did you know that there are myriad manners in which to work with crystals and that experimenting with your crystal healing process can actually enhance your results?
That’s because crystals, like all metaphysical tools, can be used in many ways and combined with other spiritual tools to amplify the healing and manifestation that accompanies these techniques.
Today, we’re going to talk about the magical healing and manifesting potential of crystal grids – especially when it comes to healing heartache and manifesting love and abundance.
But before we can teach you how to create your own crystal grid to boost your manifestation skills, let’s learn more about what a crystal grid is and does.
What is a Crystal Grid?
The term “crystal grid” might evoke a complicated crystals system, complete with ropes and pulleys. However, a crystal grid is simply an arrangement of crystals that aligns their energetic vibrations, allowing the crystals to work together to amplify one another’s healing potential.
Typically, these crystals are arranged into a sacred geometric shape, utilizing crystal healing powers in tandem with sacred geometry.
While there are crystal grid boards that provide a visual guide for placing your crystals, you can save money (that very thing you’re trying to manifest) by using your intuition to create your own shapes and patterns.
Combining the healing energy of crystals and your own intuition with the sacred geometric shapes that act as a Universal, energetic language of the soul creates more positivity and opportunity for healing than by working with crystals alone.
Learn more by reading: Crystal Grids & How to Use Them
Creating Your Crystal Grid
When it comes down to it, creating your crystal grid is all about following your intuition. This is an exercise in healing and manifesting and an exercise in learning to trust your own instincts.
That being said, crystal grids tend to follow a certain order, with there being a center stone, surrounding stones, stones that amplify other crystals’ energy, and important objects or items that speak to your soul.
Let’s take a look at the functions of each of these positions, as well as stones that we suggest considering for your crystal grid – especially when you want to manifest love and abundance into your life!
Center Stone
The center stone is typically the largest crystal of the bunch, and it acts as an energetic anchor for your intentions. If, for instance, you’re trying to attract more love into your life, the center stone would be a perfect opportunity to bust out your biggest chunk of rose quartz.
Other center stone ideas for manifesting love:
- Green Aventurine (amplifies abundance).
- Malachite (heals the Heart chakra).
- Rhodonite (heals heartache).
- Moonstone (promotes sensuality).
On the other hand, if you’re looking to manifest more abundance in your life, you’ll want to work with crystals like these:
- Citrine (the most powerful manifesting stone there is).
- Labradorite (the Stone of Magic).
- Pyrite or “Fool’s Gold”
- Green Jade (associated with wealth and harmony).
- Tiger’s Eye (protective).
Surrounding Stones
The surrounding stones are placed outside of your crystal grid’s center stone in the order of your choosing. These stones are like satellites that help project your intentions into the Universe. You can use as many crystals as you’d like, and you can use any stone that speaks to you.
However, you may want to include a few pyramid-shaped crystals for this position, as the shapes of a certain stone can affect its potency. Pyramid crystals are known for amplifying manifestation and attraction, making them perfect for your crystal grid.
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Amplification Stones
Placed in between and around the surrounding stones are the amplifying stones, which further project your intentions and energy into the Universe. You can also choose any stones that call to you for this step, or even forego it if you aren’t feeling complex or creative that day.
Small chunks of clear quartz are perfect for this step because clear quartz is a naturally amplifying, intensifying stone. Placing clear quartz within your crystal grid will magnify and strengthen the energy and potential of the other stones you’re working with.
Objects of Importance
When you’re manifesting, it’s important to project the most genuine, optimistic energy available to you – and including small items that speak to your spirit will help it flourish and join the manifestation party.
So, if there are any small trinkets that bring you joy and help balance your energy with their presence, place them throughout your grid in whatever manner speaks to you.
Activating Your Crystal Grid
For this step, you’ll need a clear quartz crystal wand.
Beginning at the outermost edge of your crystal grid, point your wand towards your crystals and make a circular motion that feels comfortable to you. Imagine your energy fusing with the energy of the crystals, both of which are floating into the ether and uniting with the energy of the Universe.
You can also wave your hand over your crystals in a circular motion if you do not have a crystal wand. The most important thing here is imagining that your energy, the crystals’ energy, and that of the Universe are melding and becoming one.
When to Create a Crystal Grid
The beauty of creating and working with crystal grids is that you can do it anytime – especially when you’re feeling creative. Think of your crystal grids as a temporary work of art that can be utilized, enjoyed, and then dismantled.
Each time you create a new crystal grid, you’ll enjoy a new, unique experience.
You can create a crystal grid each day to amplify your manifestation skills. Alternatively, you can create a crystal grid that you set on your altar for days or even weeks to ensure that your intentions have fully saturated the energy of the Universe!
Try a Crystal Grid for Love & Abundance!
Crystal grids are an excellent way to set your intentions and enhance your ability to attract the life you want. Working with your intuition and choosing specific crystals and shapes will allow you to customize your experience and manifest exactly what you want.
So, gather your stones, cleanse your aura, and let your instincts guide you. Your most magnetic crystal healing experience is just around the corner!
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