Obsidian – the Power of Obsidian and how to use it

obsidian – effectively shields against negative energies, promotes emotional healing, and enhances clarity and truth.

COLOR: black, black with snow effect, rarely green, yellow, red, blue (the color of impurities).
APPEARANCE: shiny, matte, glazed, of all sizes, sometimes oval
FREQUENCY: Some colors are easily accessible, others are rare, and some rocks blue-green color are  produced in glass
SOURCE: Mexico and around the world
CHEMICAL FORMULA:  mainly of SiO2 (70%) with additions of MgO and Fe3O4

obsidian characteristics 

• Obsidian is molten lava, which is rapidly cooled and has not crystallized. It works extremely quickly and with great force. It encourages the truth and reveals flaws, weaknesses, and blockages. Nothing can be hidden from this stone. It forces us to grow and gives us support while we do that. It should be handled with care and it is best to use it under the supervision of qualified therapists because it can draw out negative emotions and unpleasant truths. Provides deep healing of the soul.
• Obsidian is a stone that provides strong protection, educating a shield against negativity. Creates a grounding strap from the lower chakras to the center of the earth. It is useful for particularly vulnerable people. Sturdy commanding it blocks geopathogenic radiation and absorbs environmental pollution. A piece of obsidian put next to the bed or under the pillow can draw mental stress or tension. Because obsidian is so effective for absorbing negative energy, it is important to clean the stone under running water each time it is used.
• Spiritually, Obsidian revives the soul. Removes energy blockages and relaxes tension. This stone stimulates growth on all levels. It makes people explore the unknown, opening new horizons. Mentally, Obsidian brings clarity to the mind and clears confusion, and psychologically, Obsidian helps you realize who you are. Obsidian dissolves emotional blockages and traumas, bringing clarity to emotions. Encourages compassion and strength.

Obsidian HEALING EFFECTS

• Obsidian shows the cause of illness.  It detoxifies and dissolves blockages and tensions of physical and subtle bodies, including hardened arteries. Reduces pain from arthritis, joint problems, cramps and injuries. As elixir is useful in juice. Reduces pain and stops the bleeding, helping circulation. This stone warms the extremities. It can be used to reduce enlarged prostate.

 

How to Use Obsidian Crystal

An obsidian crystal is a powerful tool for healing, protection, and spiritual growth. Here’s a detailed guide on how to use it:

1. Meditation

Purpose: Grounding, protection, and deep spiritual healing. Duration: 10-30 minutes. Positioning: Hold the crystal in your hand or place it on your lap. Sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and take deep breaths. Visualize the obsidian absorbing any negative energy and grounding you.

2. Energy Clearing

Purpose: Remove negative energy from your space or aura.Duration: 5-10 minutes.Positioning: Sweep the crystal around your body or room in a circular motion. Focus on areas that feel heavy or tense. Imagine the crystal drawing out negativity and replacing it with positive energy.

3. Jewelry

Purpose: Continuous protection and grounding.Duration: All day.Positioning: Wear obsidian as a necklace, bracelet, or ring. Ensure the crystal touches your skin for optimal effect.

4. Crystal Grids

Purpose: Amplify intentions, protection, and manifestation.Duration: Varies (can be set up permanently or for specific rituals).Positioning: Place the obsidian crystal at strategic points in a grid formation. Combine with other crystals like clear quartz for amplification. Focus on your intention while setting up the grid.

5. Sleeping

Purpose: Protection during sleep, grounding dreams, and releasing subconscious blockages.Duration: Overnight.Positioning: Place an obsidian crystal under your pillow or beside your bed. Ensure it’s in a safe spot where it won’t be disturbed.

6. Bath Ritual

Purpose: Deep cleansing and purification.Duration: 20-30 minutes.Positioning: Place an obsidian crystal in your bathwater. Soak in the bath, visualizing the water and crystal cleansing your energy.

Tips for Using Obsidian Crystal:

• Cleansing: Regularly cleanse your obsidian crystal to maintain its effectiveness. You can cleanse it by running it under water, placing it in moonlight, or using sage smoke.
• Intention Setting: Always set a clear intention before using your obsidian crystal. This amplifies its effects and aligns it with your goals.
• Combination: You can combine obsidian with other crystals like amethyst for spiritual growth or rose quartz for emotional healing.

How to Clean Obsidian Crystal:

Cleaning your obsidian crystal regularly is essential to maintain its energy and effectiveness. Here are several methods to clean your obsidian crystal:

1. Water Cleansing Method: Hold the obsidian under running water.Duration: 1-2 minutes.Details: Use room temperature or cool water. Pat dry with a soft cloth.

2. Saltwater CleansingMethod: Soak the obsidian in a bowl of saltwater.Duration: 1-4 hours.Details: Use sea salt or Himalayan salt. Rinse the crystal with fresh water afterward. Pat dry with a soft cloth.

3. Smudging Method: Use smoke from sage, palo santo, or incense.Duration: 1-3 minutes.Details: Hold the obsidian in the smoke. Move the crystal through the smoke until you feel it’s cleansed.

4. Moonlight Cleansing Method: Place the obsidian under the moonlight.Duration: Overnight.Details: Best done during a full moon for maximum effect. Place the crystal on a natural surface like soil or a wooden plate.

5. Sound Cleansing Method: Use sound vibrations from a singing bowl, tuning fork, or bell.Duration: 3-5 minutes.Details: Place the obsidian in the vicinity of the sound. Allow the vibrations to envelop the crystal.

6. Earth Cleansing Method: Bury the obsidian in the earth.Duration: 24 hours.Details: Wrap the crystal in a natural cloth. Bury it in a safe, clean spot. Retrieve and rinse with water afterward.

7. Crystal Cleansing Method: Use other cleansing crystals like selenite or clear quartz.Duration: 6-12 hours.Details: Place the obsidian on or next to the cleansing crystal. Allow the energy of the cleansing crystal to purify the obsidian.

Tips for Cleaning Obsidian Crystal:

• Regularity: Clean your obsidian regularly, especially after intense healing sessions or exposure to negative energy.
• Intentions: While cleaning, set a clear intention for the crystal to release any accumulated negative energy.
• Gentleness: Be gentle with your obsidian, as it can be brittle. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.

 HEALING with Obsidian

Obsidian is a powerful healing stone known for its grounding and protective properties. Here’s how you can use obsidian for healing:

1. Grounding and Protection

Method: Carrying or Wearing Obsidian Obsidian helps ground you by connecting you to the earth’s energy. Carry an obsidian stone in your pocket or wear it as jewelry (necklace, bracelet, or ring). This provides continuous protection from negative energies and environmental stressors. Duration: All day.

2. Emotional Healing

Method: Meditative ReflectionDetails: During meditation, hold an obsidian crystal in your hand or place it on your heart chakra. Focus on releasing past traumas and emotional wounds. This stone helps bring hidden emotions and truths to the surface, allowing for deep emotional healing. Duration: 10-30 minutes.Positioning: Sitting or lying down comfortably, holding the crystal over the heart.

3. Mental Clarity and Focus

Method: Desk or Workspace Placement. Details: Place an obsidian crystal on your desk or in your workspace. It helps clear mental fog and enhance focus and concentration. This is particularly useful for tasks requiring mental clarity and precision.

Duration: While working or studying.

4. Spiritual Growth

Method: Chakra Balancing. Details: Place an obsidian stone on the root chakra (base of the spine) during meditation to balance and open the chakra. This promotes spiritual growth and a deeper connection to the earth. Duration: 15-20 minutes.Positioning: Lying down with the stone placed at the base of the spine.

5. Physical Healing

Method: Direct Application

Details: For physical ailments, place an obsidian stone directly on the affected area. Obsidian’s energy can help reduce pain and inflammation, and accelerate the healing process. Duration: 20-30 minutes.Positioning: Lying down with the stone placed on the specific body part.

6. Energy Clearing and Detoxification

Method: Crystal BathDetails: Add an obsidian crystal to your bathwater to help detoxify the body and cleanse your aura. Visualize the water washing away negativity and impurities as you soak. Duration: 20-30 minutes.Positioning: Ensure the crystal is safely placed in the water.

7. Enhanced Self-Awareness

Method: Journaling with Obsidian. Details: Hold an obsidian stone while journaling to enhance self-awareness and introspection. Obsidian helps uncover hidden truths and patterns, allowing for personal growth and self-discovery. Duration: 15-30 minutes. Positioning: Sitting comfortably with the crystal in hand.

Tips for Healing with Obsidian:

• Set Intentions: Clearly set your healing intentions before working with this stone. This amplifies the stone’s energy and aligns it with your healing goals.
• Regular Use: Incorporate obsidian into your daily routine for consistent healing benefits.
• Cleansing: Regularly cleanse your obsidian crystal to maintain its effectiveness. This removes accumulated negative energies and keeps the stone vibrant.

How to use Obsidian on Chakras

Obsidian is a powerful stone associated primarily with the root chakra, but it can also have beneficial effects on other chakras. Here’s how obsidian interacts with and supports each chakra:

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Location: Base of the spine. Role: Grounding, security, and survival instincts.

Obsidian’s Effect: This stone is highly effective for grounding and stabilizing the root chakra. It helps release fear, anxiety, and feelings of unworthiness, providing a sense of security and stability.  Place this stone at the base of your spine during meditation or carry it with you to stay grounded throughout the day.

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)While obsidian primarily grounds energy, it can also help clear blockages in the sacral chakra. This can enhance emotional healing and release negative patterns related to relationships and creativity.  Place this stone on the lower abdomen during meditation to release emotional blockages and stimulate creative energy.

Tips for Using Obsidian with Chakras:

Incorporate obsidian into your meditation practice by placing it on the relevant chakra points. Use obsidian in conjunction with other chakra stones to create a balanced energy flow throughout the body. Intention Setting: Set clear intentions for healing and balancing each chakra before starting your practice.Regular Cleansing: Keep your obsidian crystal cleansed to ensure it maintains its effectiveness in chakra work.

obsidian PRICES

We recommend :

Black Obsidian Raw Crystals, Large 1.25-2.0″ Healing Crystals Natural Rough Stones.

Many customers praise the high quality of the black obsidian crystals, noting their natural, rough appearance which is ideal for various uses such as tumbling, cabbing, and wire wrapping. A few customers mention that the size and shape of the crystals can vary significantly, which may not meet specific expectations for uniformity. Many users report positive experiences using the black obsidian for spiritual and healing purposes, such as grounding and protection.

INTERESTING FACTS 

 

 

• It is used even in prehistoric times for making tools for cutting, weapons, jewelry, mirrors, and masks. It is the only natural glass. Today obsidian scalpels are made for use in surgery because they are far sharper than the highest quality steel.
  
• Named after Obsiusu who discovered it in Ethiopia. The Aztecs were making ritual obsidian knives, eyes on the statues of the gods, and some sort of mirrors that are used in rituals. According to legend, the famous Dr. Dee, a magician-alchemist at the court of Elizabeth used such a mirror.
  
• Trade names for some various colored obsidian are: Apache tear is completely black obsidian. Snow Obsidian is black with light gray spots. Mahogany obsidian is red-gray-black or red and black. Rainbow obsidian iridescent colors of the rainbow is very rare
• Apache tear is completely black obsidian. For this stone says that these are tears of American Indian women who have shed for their men. Apache tears reduce deep grief, give an insight into the source of pain and forgiveness starts.
  
• Snow Obsidian is black with light gray spots. Replacing the Chinese yin and yang symbols represents the unity of opposites that make life. Increases immunity, helps cell regeneration, raises low blood pressure, and helps with rheumatism.
• Mahogany obsidian is red-gray-black or red and black. Develops quickness, concentration, and logical thinking. It is used as an elixir. It can be drunk in the morning on an empty stomach. Helps with allergies, inflammation, and intestinal fungal diseases, and protects the gastrointestinal tract. Mahogany Obsidian grounds protect, strengthen, and reinforce the weak aura. When worn on the body, relieves pain and improves circulation.
  
• Rainbow obsidian iridescent colors of the rainbow are very rare.