SUMMARY: CLEANSING, CLEARING, CHARGING and PROGRAMMING
This is just a quick reminder on cleansing, clearing, charging and programming (as the title indicates). These are topics which I have discussed in detail in other posts. To expand on the knowledge, check out the different posts on cleansing, clearing, charging, and programming. There are also some relevant posts on crystalgenn, my other blog site.
Sometimes it seems daunting because all these names are similar and can be easily confused. It also may seem like each requires a fancy ritual in order to be effective. Not true.
Here’s a summary to help differentiate these terms. None of these processes need to be long and drawn out (unless fancy ritual blows your skirt up, then have at it!)
CLEANSING - A SUMMARY
Cleansing is simply ridding of previous energies.
EASIEST OPTION:
Cleansing can be accomplished as easily as snapping your fingers and saying CLEANSED.
OTHER OPTIONS:
running under smoke (sage/incense, etc) - intention to cleanse while resting on bed of dry salt or sacred herbs, etc.
WHEN TO DO IT:
when a new crystal comes into your home - anytime the energy feels stagnant - after periods of inattention before picking up to resume work.
CLEARING - A SUMMARY
Clearing is erasing prior Programming.
EASIEST OPTION:
Simply ask the crystal to release any prior programming.
OTHER OPTIONS:
hold under running water or sage smoke, intending prior programs being released - clap your hands and visualize the programs dissipating, etc.
WHEN TO DO IT:
when a new crystal comes into your home - any time you are about to program or re-program.
CHARGING - A SUMMARY
Charging is simply boosting the crystal’s energy (like charging a battery).
EASIEST OPTION:
Intend your crystal is charged when the moon is full (simply intend this to be so). You don't necessesarily have to take it out in the moonlight (unless you want to and you have a safe place to put it).
OTHER OPTIONS:
infuse with Reiki or other energy - place with or near another powerful stone, etc.
WHEN TO DO IT:
Once a month - or after heavy use - or after big workings.
PROGRAMMING - A SUMMARY
Programming is when you and the crystal get on the same page about what it is you are wanting to manifest.
EASIEST OPTION:
Have a powwow with your crystal (tell it your desired outcome) and ask if it is willing to help.
OTHER OPTIONS:
Write out your goal (program) and place beneath the crystal - create an elaborate ritual to convey the program (desire or goal), etc.
WHEN TO DO IT:
Before working with a crystal toward a certain goal.
SUMMARY: CLEANSING, CLEARING, CHARGING and PROGRAMMING
The main key, even if you rarely try cleansing, clearing, charging and programming is paying attention to your crystals, even if it is just a few seconds or minutes a day.
Paying attention is as simple as acknowledging the crystals’ loving service and expressing gratitude for their presence.
Consider these extra steps when working intimately with your Crystal Friends:
- Cleanse (if there has been some extra energy in the home).
- Clear (when you want to start a program or change a currently running program).
- Charge during a moon phase (which simply lets them know they are on your mind and when you are actively working with them).
- Program (when you want to work with a specific crystal toward a specific goal).
I hope this short update on CLEANSING, CLEARING, CHARGING and PROGRAMMING brings clarity and added meaning to these much used words.
Keep in mind, that these recommendations are not meant to be difficult endeavors. Working with crystals should be easy, enjoyable and effortless!
The only “rules” are the ones you create depending on your particular quirks and desires.
Some people thrive on lots of ritual and fanfare, others want no ritual at all and want the easiest, quickest result.
It is all up to you! The main goal is that you enjoy the time spent with your Crystal Friends!
