Fashion trends are the main engine of progress in the 21st century. Thanks to fashion, such concepts as tailoring, interior design, cosmetology, etc. have appeared. Medicine has not been left out: nutritionists, network doctors, IT doctors; perhaps they are not taken seriously now, but in the future they may become the norm. Such an ancient branch of traditional medicine as lithotherapy is often taken lightly. Officially, it is even called pseudoscience.
Despite the fact that lithotherapy has been known to mankind since Paleolithic times (people actively took advantage of the beneficial effects of stones on the body, using crystals in various branches of traditional medicine), many to this day are skeptical about this concept.
What is lithotherapy?
From the Greek lithos (stones), lithotherapy or stone healing is a gentle form of therapy in which stones and crystals are used to restore balance and harmonization to the body. This is an ancient practice of alternative medicine, originating from the East. It is based on treatment not only through the impact on the body of natural minerals and stones, but also clay, silt, and metals.
How do stones and minerals affect humans?
It is based on the energetic effect of minerals on the body, chakras and mind of a person, his psycho-emotional state.
Tibetan monks used about a hundred types of healing stones, making pyramids, massagers, and rosaries from them. They also widely used the method of charging water using minerals.
Chinese healers increased the level of vital energy Qi and achieved harmony in the energy of Yin and Yang by stimulating special points of the body with stones. In addition, stones and minerals are widely used in feng shui as one of the powerful means of harmonizing the energy space of a home.
Ayurvedic teaching recommends the use of stones to rejuvenate and charge human energy centers - chakras.
How can a stone have such a strong effect on the human body and the space around it? Modern lithotherapists explain the phenomenon through the theory of energy-information fields.
Important ! Every object has the ability to accumulate some energy vibrations. In stones this ability is most clearly expressed.
Stones and minerals accumulate unique vibrations near them that are capable of interacting with living organisms. Moreover, each stone has its own degree of resonance with the body and is capable of influencing the cellular and organ levels.
Classification of healing stones
Practicing lithotherapists divide different types of crystals according to the strength of their energy. And it is determined by the conditions of mineral formation: volcanic eruption, seabed, sedimentary processes.
On this basis, a mineralogical-energy scale has been developed:
- Energetically strong minerals - diamond, alexandrite, emerald, ruby, sapphire. This elite five is complemented by aquamarine, amethyst, garnet, selenite, tourmaline, and chrysolite.
- Average energy level in agates, malachite, rhodochrosite, rose quartz, carnelian, chalcedony.
- Opals and obsidian are endowed with soft energy.
Due to the peculiarities of energy, minerals of organic origin are collected in a separate cluster: amber, corals, pearls, jet, shungite.
Healing properties of stones
Rocks and minerals are complex geological formations formed under various conditions. Some rocks were formed under pressure and the direct influence of the Earth's magma, others were born closer to the surface. Based on such dissimilar conditions, they acquired unique properties. Depending on environmental conditions, it is customary to classify the energy of stones as follows:
Strong energy
It is possessed by stones that were born under the influence of strong, stormy, extreme natural phenomena. These include diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, amethysts, peridot, moonstone, tourmaline and others.
Diamond is a precious stone, one of the most powerful in terms of energy impact. It is believed that it enhances the state in which the person wearing it is. For example, if a person is prone to sad thoughts, then constantly wearing a diamond can provoke depression. This stone actively affects cognitive abilities and is used in the treatment of eye diseases.
Ruby affects the circulatory system and heart function. Indicated for anemia and low blood pressure.
Emerald is known as a powerful antiseptic and helps in treating wounds. Normalizes blood pressure and has a positive effect on cognitive functions - intelligence, attention, memory.
Medium energy
Such stones were formed in calmer natural conditions. These are agates, carnelians, flint, rose quartz, malachite.
Agate helps in the fight against addictions, harmonizes a person’s general condition, and relieves sadness and depression.
Carnelian has a beneficial effect on the immune system and the endocrine system.
Malachite treats allergies and skin diseases. Restores physical and emotional strength.
Weak energy
These are stones that formed closest to the surface of the earth: obsidian, aragonite, opal, etc.
Opal has a positive effect on the nervous system and helps with insomnia.
Obsidian normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, strengthens the immune system, and helps with colds.
Special energy
These are stones of organic origin and they have taken on the power due to which they were formed. These are stones such as amber, pearls, shungite, as well as all kinds of corals.
Shungite is a stone that can only be mined in Karelia. A powerful antiseptic, it perfectly treats allergic reactions, skin rashes and other dermatological ailments.
Amber is a biostimulant that has an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Pearls are used to normalize blood pressure, as well as harmonize the functioning of the nervous system.
We invite you to watch an interesting video “Properties of minerals and semi-precious stones”. Lecture by the strong, charismatic, intelligent isotericist Isset Kotelnikov. From the video you will learn how to choose the right stone jewelry and not buy a fake
Techniques
Based on the principle of carrying out the procedure and determining the appropriate product, there are 4 main methods:
Torsunov's technique
The treatment method developed by Dr. Torsunov absorbed the principles of Ayurveda.
Ayurveda is a branch of traditional medicine practiced in India.
In accordance with Torsunov’s principles, stones are selected based on the individual characteristics of the body, set in precious metal and continuously remain in contact with the patient’s body for a long time. This helps get rid of a huge number of diseases.
Peculiarities
Each stone corresponds to a specific planet in the solar system. The main criteria for choosing a nugget are its size, weight, density, color and appearance; the patient’s age, zodiac sign, date, time and place of birth are taken into account.
Indications
This option works best on people susceptible to the following diseases:
- Gastrointestinal diseases;
- Kidney and liver diseases;
- Migraine;
- Atherosclerosis, etc.
Contraindications
Does not work on people with conditions such as:
- Myopia or farsightedness, astigmatism;
- Hypertension;
- Diabetes;
- Tumors of a malignant nature.
Crystal therapy
Crystal therapy is based on the color characteristics of the nugget used. According to healers who practice this method, the aura of each person is painted in a certain color spectrum and in the presence of diseases of any kind, the aura can dim or change color. This phenomenon can be corrected by choosing the correct color combination.
Peculiarities
Stones with several faces - crystals - are endowed with greater power. They are believed to have an immediate effect on the patient. Ball-shaped varieties have a gradual, softer effect. Also useful are nuggets that have an asterism effect (star stones).
Indications
The method is universal, since a person’s aura, no matter what disease he is struggling with, will change its color, which means that in order to overcome the disease, it is enough to choose the right combination of healing crystals.
Surovikinsky techniques
There is an opinion that the Surovikino sandstones, which are located on the territory of the Surovikino mounds, are endowed with supernatural power that can cure any ailment. Stones located in sandstones remain warm even in the coldest time of the year. Tourists who have spent some time in this area note a general improvement in the body’s condition, talking about the disappearance of pain in joints and ligaments, a feeling of lightness and euphoria. The phenomenon of warm stones has not been fully studied; their history is still shrouded in mystery.
Stonetherapy
Stone therapy is a classic massage method of treating with warm stones. Since ancient times, basalt has been used in this procedure, but today more and more specialists prefer marble and jadeite. Marble is used during cold massage, and jadeite is used during hot procedures.
Peculiarities
Depending on the shape, massage stones are classified as:
- Ball;
- Cylinder;
- Pyramid;
- Crystals;
- Plates;
- Liquid.
Each of them serves specific purposes and affects the body differently.
Indications
First of all, this procedure helps to relax and relieve muscle tone. Hot ones stimulate the metabolic functions of the body, and cold ones slow down and stop inflammatory processes.
For those who suffer from chronic fatigue, depression, anxiety and are in a stressful state, such a massage is simply necessary.
How to choose a healing mineral?
It is very important to understand not only the general nature of the origin of stones, the minerals in which they were formed over billions of years, but also their “modern” history. A stone, like a “sponge,” absorbs the information in which it is located. The region where the stone was brought from, the environment in which it lay for centuries, is important. For example, if a stone lay in an area where wars had been going on for centuries and blood had been shed, then it is unlikely to be charged with positive energy.
A simple seller in a jewelry store is unlikely to tell you where the stone was brought from or what its history is.
He will also not say that only unprocessed stones have beneficial properties. Important!
In a specialized store, a specialist knows both about the nature of origin and the specific properties of a particular natural material. That is why only a professional lithotherapist can give competent advice on choosing a stone.
If this is not possible, you can choose a specific stone to work on any chakra:
Or choose a stone according to your zodiac sign:
Not all stones are useful
Having decided to work with stones on your own, you need to be aware that under the guise of healing, they often offer specimens that are harmful rather than beneficial or dangerous to health:
- Blue celestine is passed off as rock crystal. The latter contains strontium, which affects the bone marrow and internal organs.
- Green conicalcite containing arsenic is sold under the guise of green garnet. Using its powder is fatal.
- Natural opaque green zircon is radioactive.
These are just some examples, so material for lithotherapy should be purchased from trusted sellers. The online store “Kamnevedy” has a good reputation. His team, according to the information on the website, includes professional lithotherapists, that is, people who have undergone training. All products are guaranteed to be natural and of high quality; there is a section dedicated to lithotherapy.
Rules for working with crystals
A crystal is a shaped stone that can be used for energetic and healing work. The crystal has a top and 6 faces. When working with crystals, you need to adhere to a number of rules:
- We use only crystals without damage, chips or stains;
- Before use, the crystal must be “cleansed” of previous energy. To do this, put in a solution for about 24 hours: a liter of water and 1 glass of coarse sea salt;
- Crystals should be stored in soft natural fabric;
- If a person wants to receive energy from a crystal, he must hold it in his left hand in order to give his energy in his right.
Stones used in the treatment of arthrosis
Now sacred knowledge about the strong energy of stones is gradually returning, since, by studying the unique properties of different materials, scientists have become a scientific method to understand the specificity and individuality of organic and inorganic compounds. It turned out that for joint pathologies it is best to use the following minerals:
- Carnelian (bright red with white streaks) – eliminates swelling and helps thin the blood. This stone was found to be highly effective in eliminating headaches, and therefore carnelian self-massage is recommended for use in the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis.
- Amber - this mineral is considered especially effective for arthritis. Bracelets and rings made of uncut amber will help eliminate pain and inflammation in the hands, and a necklace will relieve unpleasant symptoms of pulmonary diseases and cervical osteochondrosis.
Tourists planning to visit the Baltic Sea should purchase bags of amber from local traders, which washes up on the seashore after a storm. These small pebbles have unique natural properties.
- Shungite - this unique rock is mined only in the northern region of Lake Onega, and is considered a universal healing agent. It is recommended to purify water with this stone, use it for cooking, and add it to the bath.
- Silicon - being the main structural element of the human body, it is very important for blood vessels, tendons and cartilage. Therefore, local application of silicon and oral consumption of powder based on it will improve the condition of the joints.
- Obsidian - local self-massage with this mineral will relieve muscle spasms and improve the functioning of joints - phalanges, knees, and hips.
It is believed that the pyramidal shape of the stone increases its healing power significantly, and therefore it is better to use such products for treatment. These sculptures can simply be placed near the computer, so working at the monitor will not cause severe fatigue.
Lithotherapy methods, how are minerals and stones used?
In lithotherapy, there are a number of stone treatment methods that can be used at home or by contacting a lithotherapist.
Healing water based on minerals
This is the simplest treatment with stones at home. The method consists of infusing ordinary water on certain stones, as a result of which it acquires beneficial properties. This water is otherwise called a mineral elixir and is already used for:
- ingestion and cooking;
- washing. The elixir improves trophism in the skin, heals wounds, and improves complexion.
- bathing. A bath of mineral elixir generally has a beneficial effect on the skin and the condition of the body.
- rinsing Relieves gum inflammation, heals microcracks.
- applying compresses.
Healing crystals
To receive the effect of a crystal, you need to hold it in your left hand, and to give out your energy - in your right.
For left-handers, the hands change accordingly. There are a number of techniques for working with crystals based on visualization and thought forms. For example, if a person is cold, he can take the crystal in his left hand and imagine how red warmth is softly and evenly distributed along the right side. If it’s hot, you need to imagine how blue energy circulates. To cheer up and improve your mood, you need to imagine yellow energy filling the body. The color violet will calm you down and give you a feeling of relaxation.
Stone massage balls
This method comes from Chinese practical medicine, in which banshee crystals were used for massage. The principle of the method is the impact of a stone ball on biologically active points of the body. This method is used by lithotherapists and specialists in reflexology and acupuncture.
Massage balls come in different sizes. There are both large balls and small balls that are convenient to roll independently in your hand. Since the palm contains many important active points, simply rolling small stone balls can quickly improve a person’s well-being.
Talisman stones
It is best to seek help from a lithotherapist in choosing a talisman stone. Sometimes talismans are selected according to the zodiac sign, and sometimes according to the individual characteristics of a person. But we should not forget that a stone can affect each person in its own way. That is why, after a competent consultation with a lithotherapist, you should listen to your “inner voice.”
Give yourself time and be alone with the stone, try to feel its energy, listen to the response of your soul. Often the most faithful adviser will be your own feeling of comfort or discomfort.
In the next video, Natalya Egoshina talks about talisman stones according to the signs of the Zodiac - these are special stone magical objects. They suit their owners according to their horoscope and date of birth. And in order for the talisman to suit a person, its choice should be treated with special attention
Lithotherapy in speech therapy
The use of stones and minerals is becoming increasingly common in the practice of specialists. For example, lithotherapy is also used in speech therapy. Handling stones, games, massage of hands and fingers - all this develops fine motor skills of the hands, and this in turn develops the speech apparatus in children.
Features of stone treatment, side effects and contraindications
When choosing medicinal minerals, two points must be taken into account:
- They must be mined in an environmentally friendly area.
- Proper processing is important. You should not drill or damage the integrity.
A full treatment process requires several sessions. Complex diseases will require a longer period of time.
The following side effects occur:
- Stomach upset.
- Loss of sensation.
- Headaches and dizziness.
- Negative emotions.
Most side effects are short-lived. They manifest themselves purely individually. It will be necessary to adjust the recovery plan.
Despite the fact that there is no evidence of a negative effect from stone treatment and they do not cause allergic reactions, healers advise using them responsibly. It is important to know your diagnosis accurately in order to use one or another stone.
As for massage, such treatment cannot be performed on pregnant women, diabetics, with varicose veins, as well as other patients for whom thermal procedures are prohibited. It is not recommended to resort to lithotherapy methods for hypertensive patients.
Books on lithotherapy
Koltova N.A. "Minerals"
The book provides an overview of various methods for determining the energetics of minerals. The healing properties of various minerals and various methods of using minerals for healing are described. A review of the literature on treatment with minerals is provided.
Balandin R.K. — “Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals” download: the_encyclopedia_of_gemstones
