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I have been writing through countless earth sojourns, and once I have put the research
notes aside, the writing itself is almost a mindless activity, the effortless result
of the whole brain intent. I now understand that the more I look at a crystal, even
in a forgetful way, the more it comes to life, expressing its hidden mysteries through
a subterranean dialogue, crystal-to-crystal. Not only is this work then more enjoyable,
more relaxing, there is greater awareness surfacing in interaction with the keyboard
and mouse; the electrical charge of the crystals blends harmoniously with the electrical
impulse of the PC, and also with that of my own holographic system! New practical
knowledge begins to emerge in little bytes, a shade here and a whisker there, as
amazing grace begins to imbue my work, my meditation and all life itself. At other
times, it happens with crystals sitting on my bed, under the pillow, or on the window
sill, while I am unconsciously plugged out of the here-and-now.
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This state of serenity begins to extend and encompass my being while watching infinite
crystal images on the world wide web, as though the Earth were whispering in my
ears through them all. And a mystic friend has her own method: She looks at the
images I send regularly, one at a time, and later gets messages about them in the
course of her deep meditations.
That is how she informs me that a particular large crystal cluster is full of Himalayan
energy, which surprises me, since I have picked it up from a Deccan quarry… until
I remember that I was grounded, immobilised with the monster crystal, waiting nearly
six long hours into the night for the car to pick me up at the back of beyond.
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I was fortunate at the time to be sitting right under a huge guru tree (Audumbar,
ficus racemosa) in front of a little open-air restaurant besides the highway. I
later understood that it was a blessed time of visitation of Shiva’s blessings,
attracted by the power of the sacred tree and magnified through the crystal, which
was sitting fully exposed on a table top in front of me. And the Himalayas, being
worshipped primarily as Shiva’s abode, resonating to the spiritual vibes of the
Lord of the Lords, naturally communicated the same exalted vibes to the Great White
Deccan mineral! “You are to keep this one for yourself,” urged the friend. I’m not
sure about that though, since currently, crystal grace seems to be overflowing in
my life.
The rough and tumble of crystals
An important note to remember is about the highly valued perfection of crystals
in the international market. Perfection has its own place in human affairs, especially
with an eye to ‘market value’, while the universe operates on the principle of openness
and exposure to weathering. This is witnessed in the grandeur of huge trees with
unique wind-swept silhouettes, or the awe-inspiring erosion sculptures of ancient
cliffs and canyons.
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Most crystal sellers take extra care to ensure that the crystals they ship are perfect
and undamaged, and rightly so. Perfect crystals, especially the highly polished
and faceted ones have their uses in channeling and in transmission of energy in
healing and metaphysical work. This is vital when amplified energy charge of the
crystals has to be focused and directed in a precise manner. Even natural crystals,
not shaped by the human hand, except in removal from the rock matrix, are valued
for their perfection, which contribtes to an aesthetic display.
On the other hand, many crystal sellers do in all honesty offer crystals that have
suffered some scratching and chipping due to unavoidable circumstances, often found
thus in their natural state in the quarries and mines. Such stones are spectacular
or unique in other respects, and their worth to genuine crystal lovers ought not
to be neglected. Such crystals often possess fairly powerful fields of vibrations,
with many uses in purifying the environment and also in metaphysical work.
Acceptance of their imperfection, and appreciation of the light and colour that
they nevertheless possess, gives rise to genuine compassion, a rare quality that
is cherished in the spiritual dimensions.
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The Japanese Zen principle of Wabi Sabi, or conscious
detachment from over-investment in perfection, is easy to recall when looking at
the barnacle-encrusted, scarred exteriors of the great oceanic whales. The debate
between lovers of pedigree pets and streetside waifs is not yet settled to satisfaction.
So also with crystals in healing and meditation, it is the wonderful asymmetry and
imperfection in shape, colour and structure that makes for gently unique powers
and properties. Who knows, for all that, it may be possible to strike a happy bargain
with the seller for an otherwise out-of-reach, perfect crystal.
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Many crystal sellers I know keep the imperfect crystals for themselves. So this
note is for the buyers: It is sensible to ask for perfect crystals, undamaged in
shipping, at the time of purchase. At the same time, once they are yours, crystals
that are chipped or scratched in handling, over the years, need not be discarded.
They continue to subtly influence our environs in positive ways!
It would be disappointing to treat all but the most expensive crystals as mere showpieces.
Especially with children, pets, and people who may be ill, occasional tumbles and
bumps do occur, and accidental damage must not be treated as a total heartbreak.
Perhaps this is an opportunity to cultivate detachment, and to explore newer facets
to using such crystals.
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In my work, the imperfect ones are full of rare surprises. I have rescued from construction
sites, quarries, blasting and stone crushing sites, many good specimens bearing
a few scratches and bumps. These are the old veterans of the crystal world, wizened
looking and full of wisdom and healing, with a gift of kindness and mature compassion.
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