Grounding is a term often used in various spiritual topics and can be a necessary part of spiritual activities such as meditation, chakra balancing and energy healing. But grounding can also help you in nearly every aspect of your daily life. When your energy is grounded, your mind becomes more focused and attentive. Being grounded also helps create an inner calm so the higher energies can flow more freely. Some other ways that being grounded can benefit your life include:
- Allows you to be more easily in touch with your Higher Self
- Helps you live more fully in the moment
- Increases stability in your emotions and in your physical state
- Brings your healing abilities from the spiritual into the physical
Crystals and Stones for Grounding
One way to stay spiritually grounded in your daily life is through the use of crystals and stones. There are many from which to choose from, each with its own, unique energy.
Hematite- An iron oxide, magnetic stone. Hematite helps dissolve negative energy and transform it into positive energy.
Boji Stone- A gently grounding stone that helps bring balance. It's best to use Boji stones in pairs, one smooth rounded female and one square, crystallized male.
Green Flourite- An excellent stone for meditation, green flourite heightens spiritual perception as it keeps you grounded in reality.
Obsidian- A protective and soothing stone that helps bring focus and harmony. Black obsidian is one of the most common types of obsidian, but some other types include snowflake, rainbow, mahogany and silver sheen.
Black Tourmaline- Protects from negativity and helps bring greater balance.
Smoky Quartz- Helps bring peace of mind and harmony. Protects against negativity and helps alleviate stress.
Amber- Emotionally calming and centering. Helps keep the mind focused and transforms negative energy into positive.
Carnelian- A reddish-orange stone that helps you feel comfortable in your surroundings.
A good way to use your crystal or stone for grounding purposes, is to hold it in your hands and draw upon its calm, centering energy. You can also hold your crystal or keep it near you as you meditate, in order to get the benefit of its calming energy. If you wish to keep a grounding crystal with you for long periods of time, you can wear it on a pendant or keep in your pocket. A grounding crystal or stone can also be kept under your pillow as a way to help bring calm and restful sleep.
To find the grounding stone or crystal that's most suited for you, visit your local crystal or gemstone shop. Notice which crystals you are particularly drawn to and let your intuition guide you. There are also numerous online shops from which to purchase the crystal or stone that is right for you.
Further Reading:
Staying Spiritually Grounded in a Hectic World
